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  Kirsten Vignes
  June 18, 2025
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- Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70mm f/2.8 ASPH Compact Zoom Added to the SL Lineup
  David Farkas
  June 12, 2025
- Leica ZM 1 and ZM 2 Urban Green
  David Farkas
  May 28, 2025
- Leica Reduces Prices Following Tariff Rollback
  David Farkas
  May 19, 2025
- Leica Adds Analog M Options to CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Program
  David Farkas
  May 15, 2025
- Leica Firmware Update v3.1.1 for SL3 and SL3-S
  David Farkas
  May 9, 2025
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- Leica X Vario (Typ 107) Review: Looking Beyond the Specs
  David Farkas
  July 7, 2013
  22
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- Leica M11 Monochrom Review: Pure B&W Performance
  David Farkas
  May 13, 2023
  9
- Leica M11 Review: The Ultimate Digital M
  David Farkas
  January 13, 2022
  33
- Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH Review: Single-Lens Setup in the Boundary Waters
  Kirsten Vignes
  March 3, 2020
  26
- The Leica V-Lux 5: A Closer Look
  Kirsten Vignes
  August 11, 2019
  3
- The Everyday Backpack by Peak Design Review
  Victor Quintana
  May 19, 2019
  3
- Leica CL Review: The Perfect Travel Camera
  David Farkas
  March 4, 2019
  33
Field Tests
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- The Great Debate: CCD vs. CMOS - Part 3
  David Farkas
  March 9, 2015
  85
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- B&W ISO Showdown 2021: Leica Q2 Monochrom / M10 Monochrom / Q2 / M10-R
  David Farkas
  February 21, 2021
  15
- B&W ISO Showdown 2020: Leica M10 Monochrom vs. M Monochrom (Typ 246) vs. M10-P vs. SL2
  David Farkas
  May 13, 2020
  68
- Using M Lenses on the Leica CL:
  New City, New Camera, Familiar Glass
  Luis Mora
  August 2, 2018
  15
- Night Shooting with the Leica S (Typ 007)
  David Farkas
  January 9, 2018
  2
- Shooting the “New” Leica 28mm Summaron-M in Little Havana
  Luis Mora
  January 6, 2017
  14
- 24-90 Zoom vs. M Lenses on the Leica SL (Typ 601)
  Luis Mora
  September 12, 2016
  3
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- Nitecore USB Chargers for Leica Batteries Offer Maximum Flexibility
  Josh Lehrer
  July 27, 2018
  10
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- Leica Firmware Master List
  David Farkas
  August 31, 2023
  8
- Lightroom Presets for Leica Cameras
  David Farkas
  April 22, 2020
  84
- The Definitive Guide to Leica S Lenses
  David Farkas
  April 9, 2020
  16
- Leica Binoculars: The Ultimate Buying Guide
  Kirsten Vignes
  October 11, 2018
  5
- What to Wear: The Definitive Clothing Guide for Landscape Photography
  David Farkas
  May 25, 2018
  8
- Essential Filters for Landscape Photography
  David Farkas
  May 18, 2018
  9
Events
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- Photokina 2010: Day 2 - A look at other medium format offerings
  David Farkas
  September 24, 2010
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- Breakfast with Dr. Andreas Kaufmann
  David Farkas
  July 13, 2019
  4
- Photokina 2019 Cancelled | Next Show in 2020
  David Farkas
  December 3, 2018
  1
- Photokina 2018: Details on the L-Mount Alliance
  David Farkas
  September 30, 2018
  2
- Photokina 2018: The Leica CL and Future of APS-C
  David Farkas
  September 30, 2018
  17
- Photokina 2018: The Leica M-System
  David Farkas
  September 30, 2018
  2
- Photokina 2018: The Leica S3
  David Farkas
  September 30, 2018
  12
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- What's In Our Camera Bags
  Kirsten Vignes
  May 27, 2018
  1
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- Behind the Shot 2025
  Kirsten Vignes
  June 17, 2025
  2
- What’s in Our Camera Bags – 2024 Edition
  Kirsten Vignes
  June 6, 2024
- What’s in Our Camera Bags – 2021 Edition
  Kirsten Vignes
  May 16, 2021
  4
- What’s In Our Camera Bags – 2019 Edition
  Kirsten Vignes
  May 19, 2019
  2
- Exposing the Soul: Portraiture with the Leica M240
  Ricky Stern
  March 22, 2015
  4
- How to talk to Strangers: “The Couple”
  Adam Marelli
  December 8, 2014
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  October 20, 2011
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- Two Weeks in India with the Leica CL: Getting out of my Comfort Zone
  Kirsten Vignes
  May 27, 2018
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- Five Countries, One Camera: Travels with the Leica Q
  Kirsten Vignes
  March 23, 2016
  25
- Travels through Morocco with the Leica S
  Albert Knapp, MD
  March 10, 2016
  10
- Photographing the Atacama Desert with the Leica S (Typ 006)
  Albert Knapp, MD
  January 29, 2015
  3
- A Year with the Leica T (Typ 701)
  Jonathan Slack
  January 16, 2015
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- The Leica V-Lux (Typ 114): A versatile travel companion to my M Monochrom
  Bob Levite
  November 13, 2014
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Recap of the latest episode of Red Dot Forum Camer

Recap of the latest episode of Red Dot Forum Camera Talk - Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 ASPH.Watch the full episode on our YouTube Channel at the link in bio.#leica #leicastoremiami #reddotforum #rdfct

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Oftentimes, our staff gets asked what we like to photograph, so we’ve put together a little gallery of what we’ve been shooting lately.Read the stories “Behind the Shot” at www.reddotforum.com. Link in bio.Share Your “Behind the Shot” Image
We’d love to see YOUR favorite Leica shot too! Tag @leicastoremiami with the hashtag #leicastoremiamiBTSLeft to Right:• Peter Dooling - Leica Q3 “Young Monk in Bhutan”
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• @abkvisuals305 - Leica SL2-S “Gatklettur Sea Arch”
• @kirstencita - Leica M11 “Afternoon in Lisbon”
• @jalehrer7 - Leica Q3 43 “A GT3 in the Wild”
• @woods.bm - Leica M11 Monochrom “Toejam Backlot”

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This Father’s Day, capture the (𝘔)oments that matter.⁣⁣
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Today, Leica announced the Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–7

Today, Leica announced the Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70mm f/2.8 ASPH, a compact, constant-aperture zoom designed to offer a lighter, more accessible option in the SL lens lineup. With a versatile 28–70mm focal range and fast f/2.8 aperture throughout, this new lens looks to be perfect for travel, everyday carry and video work.Pre-Order Today
Link in bio.Weighing just 20oz (572g) and measuring only 4 inches (102mm) in length, the 28–70 is now the most compact and lightweight SL zoom available. Despite the smaller footprint, Leica hasn’t cut corners. The lens features all-metal construction, full weather and dust sealing, and an AquaDura® hydrophobic coating on external elements

Join Leica Store Miami’s next Kenya Photo Safari

Join Leica Store Miami’s next Kenya Photo Safari adventure!
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Join us next week - Thursday, 6/12 for a gallery o

Join us next week - Thursday, 6/12 for a gallery opening & artist talk with @jamiejohnsonphotography at our showroom in Coral Gables.⁣⁣⁣
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Today, Leica has announced the Leica ZM 1 and ZM 2

Today, Leica has announced the Leica ZM 1 and ZM 2 Urban Green watches. These limited production timepieces feature a distinctive new Fumé Noir dial that shifts from green-to-black, radiating from the center outward. Paired with the new stainless-steel Milanaise strap option, it reflects a harmony between natural beauty and urban sophistication. Pre-Order Today. Link in bio.

A few highlights from our current selection of Lei

A few highlights from our current selection of Leica Pre-Owned inventory.

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(Sold) Used Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH, black
Used Leica ZM 2 Monochrom
Used Leica Q (Typ 116), ‘Khaki’ Limited Edition
Used Leica M3 Double Stroke, silver (1956) - Recent DAG CLA
Used Leica M10-D, black chrome

Pink pancakes, heart lattes, and the Leica Q3 —

Pink pancakes, heart lattes, and the Leica Q3 — because moms deserve the sweet things. Happy Mother’s Day, moms!Find this Q3 available for sale, link in bio.

The Leica M11-P Safari, announced today, features

The Leica M11-P Safari, announced today, features a solid brass top plate and baseplate, finished in Leica’s iconic olive-green enamel paint with a matching olive-green leatherette and battery.

Accenting the rugged Safari green finish are silver controls and dials and the classic Leica script engraving on the top plate.Learn more & pre-order.Link in Bio.

We just added a couple new workshops to our calend

We just added a couple new workshops to our calendar this fall! Capture the Milky Way or Fall Colors here in the US Southwest, or, hop across the pond with us and explore Scotland’s Outer Hebrides and Highlands.LINK IN BIORECENTLY ADDED FALL WORKSHOPSSep. 28 - Oct. 4 • Leica Photo Adventure: Colorado Fall Colors
Only 3 Spots Left!October 18-27 • Leica Photo Adventure: Scotland, Hebrides & Highlands
Only 1 Spot Left!September 13-18 • Moab Astrophotography Workshop
Only 2 Spots Left!SPRING WORKSHOPSMay 28 - June 1 • Monument Valley Astrophotography Workshop
Only 1 Spot Left!June 17-29 • Leica Photo Adventure: Mongolia
Only 1 Spot Left!June 18-22 • NYC Street Photography Workshop  with Juan Reyes of the Miami Street Photography Festival

New video on Red Dot Forum! Leica Specialist Colin

New video on Red Dot Forum! Leica Specialist Colin McKinley explains how to customize the Auto ISO settings on your Leica camera to streamline your photographic process. As ISO performance has improved dramatically in recent years, it has become an essential part of the pro photographer’s toolkit. By allowing the camera to make the same decisions you would already be making, it frees you up to spend more time focusing on capturing the moment.Link in bio.
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Leica Camera has announced, due to recently impose

Leica Camera has announced, due to recently imposed tariffs, a price increase will go into effect starting May 1, 2025. The tariffs impact a broad range of products and retail pricing across much of the lineup.

All Leica items currently in stock at Leica Store Miami will be sold at today’s prices through the end of April. Orders placed before May 1 for in-stock items will be honored at current pricing. However, please note: out-of-stock items that arrive after May 1 will reflect the new, higher prices.

See you all in Charleston! Josh and David are head

See you all in Charleston! Josh and David are headed to the @leicasociety Spring Shoot this weekend to host their second-ever IN-PERSON Red Dot Forum Camera Talk Live.Leica Society International 2025 Spring Shoot
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Thursday - Saturday, April 24-26
Link in bio!This special presentation is exclusive to LSI and the only way to catch this “episode” is in-person at the Spring Shoot!Clips from the last and only ever time they hosted in-person at LSI’s Spring Shoot in Colorado back in 2022.

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