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      Josh Lehrer
      August 21, 2014
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      David Farkas
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      David Farkas
      October 23, 2025
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      David Farkas
      October 3, 2025
      1
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      David Farkas
      August 21, 2025
      1
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      David Farkas
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      2
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      1
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      David Farkas
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      David Farkas
      May 13, 2023
      9
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      David Farkas
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      33
    • Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH Review: Single-Lens Setup in the Boundary Waters

      Kirsten Vignes
      March 3, 2020
      26
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      Kirsten Vignes
      August 11, 2019
      4
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      Victor Quintana
      May 19, 2019
      3
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      David Farkas
      March 4, 2019
      33
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      David Farkas
      February 21, 2021
      15
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      May 13, 2020
      68
    • Using M Lenses on the Leica CL:
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      Luis Mora
      August 2, 2018
      15
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      David Farkas
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      2
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      Luis Mora
      January 6, 2017
      14
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      Luis Mora
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      3
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      February 23, 2015
      7
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      8
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      85
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      16
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      Kirsten Vignes
      October 11, 2018
      5
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      Josh Lehrer
      July 27, 2018
      10
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      David Farkas
      May 25, 2018
      8
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      David Farkas
      December 3, 2018
      1
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      September 30, 2018
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      David Farkas
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      17
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      March 22, 2015
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      January 29, 2015
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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Introduces the LUX Grip for iPhone Photography 8 months, 4 weeks ago

    Today, Leica has announced the Leica LUX Grip, a MagSafe-compatible camera grip that enhances iPhone photography with a more tactile and precise shooting experience. This innovative accessory attaches […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica SL3-S Firmware v2.1.0 Enables Content Credentials 9 months, 2 weeks ago

    Along with the SL3-S announcement today, Leica has released a firmware update for the new camera. The v2.0.1 update enables the Leica Content Credentials feature on the SL3-S using the built-in hardware […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica SL3-S – 24MP BSI Sensor, 6K Open Gate, Advanced AF, Handheld 96MP Mutlishot, Content Credentials 9 months, 2 weeks ago

    Today, Leica has announced the SL3-S professional mirrorless camera. This new member of the SL family doesn't replace the existing SL3. Rather, the SL3-S complements it, offering enhanced video capabilities, […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, In Loving Memory of Constantine Manos (1934–2025) 9 months, 3 weeks ago

    It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of Constantine Manos, a brilliant photographer, dear friend, and an extraordinary soul. To those who knew him, he was not just a master of his craft but a warm, […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica SL2 and SL2-S Firmware v6.1.0 10 months, 3 weeks ago

    Today, Leica has released a firmware update for both the SL2 and SL2-S. Be aware that there are two different firmware files, one for each model. The firmware files are camera-specific and are not […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica SL3 Firmware Update v2.0.1 10 months, 3 weeks ago

    Today, Leica has released a major firmware update for the SL3. This firmware update introduces new features and a sweeping amount of notable improvements, both in features and performance. The UI has been further […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Firmware v2.2.0 for M11, M11-P, M11-D, M11 Mono 10 months, 3 weeks ago

    Today, Leica has released a firmware update for the M11 family of digital rangefinder cameras. The v2.2.0 update focuses mainly on adding functionality between the M11 platform and the Leica FOTOS app. The big […]

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      PhotoSchap replied 9 months ago

      Will downloading the current Leica firmware V2.2.0 update for the M11-P include also previous updates I may have neglected to download into my camera ?

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Firmware v3.0.0 for Q3 and Q3 43 10 months, 3 weeks ago

    Today, Leica has released a major firmware update for the Q3 family. With the version 3.0.0 update, Leica has added some meaningful improvements, performance enhancements and bug fixes. The big item for video […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Adds SL3 Option to CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Program 11 months ago

    Leica has updated the options for its CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Program to include the recently introduced SL3 mirrorless camera along with a bundled M-Adapter-L. As we previously reported, corroded CCD […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica M11 and Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH Introduced in Glossy Black Paint 11 months, 2 weeks ago

    Today, Leica has announced it will be offering the M11 digital rangefinder and re-issue Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH in a stunning glossy black paint finish. Neither the camera nor the lens is a limited […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Firmware v2.1.3 for M11, M11-P, M11-D, M11 Mono 1 year ago

    Today, Leica has released a firmware update for the M11 family of digital rangefinder cameras. The v2.1.3 update doesn't introduce any new features or improvements. Rather, similar to the previous release, this […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Firmware v2.0.5 for Q3 and Q3 43 1 year, 1 month ago

    Today, Leica has released a minor firmware update for the recently released Leica Q3 43. No new features, just a few bugfixes. As always, we recommend staying up to date on all firmware updates. Direct download […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Q3 43 – New Q3 with 43mm f/2 APO-Summicron ASPH lens 1 year, 1 month ago

    Today, Leica has announced a new variation of its popular third-generation Leica Q all-in-one full-frame digital camera. The new Leica Q3 43 takes the same technical prowess and design of the standard Q3, but […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica M11-D: Cutting Edge Digital with Analog Feel 1 year, 1 month ago

    Today, Leica has announced the Leica M11-D. Based on the latest M11-P digital rangefinder, the M11-D takes the analog aesthetic to a whole new level. With no LCD display and classic M styling, the camera could […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH & Leica Extender L 2.0x 1 year, 1 month ago

    Today, Leica has announced a new zoom lens addition to the SL-System lens lineup. The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH, priced at $3,295, offers photographers a constant fast aperture telephoto zoom […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica SL3 Firmware v1.1.9 Fixes Image Overwriting Bug 1 year, 3 months ago

    Today, Leica has released a critical firmware update for the SL3. This firmware update addresses a bug that Leica publicly acknowledged last week where images could be overwritten on the memory card following a […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica D-Lux 8 Compact Camera Officially Launched 1 year, 4 months ago

    Today, Leica is officially launching its long-awaited D-Lux 8 compact digital camera, after teasing some basic information at the end of May. We now have the full rundown of all the details on the new compact […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Price Increase Coming July 1, 2024 1 year, 4 months ago

    Today, Leica has announced an upcoming price increase going into effect July 1, 2024. Impacting a wide range of products, the increases are not uniform across the board. The amount will vary on a per-product […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Firmware v2.1.1 for M11, M11-P, M11 Monochrom 1 year, 5 months ago

    Today, Leica has released a firmware update for the M11 family of digital rangefinder cameras. The v2.1.1 update doesn't introduce any new features or improvements. Rather, this firmware addresses a few lingering […]

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      Empiricus replied 1 year, 3 months ago

      2.1.1 solved a lot of crashes for me. However, user profiles are unusable if you want to use exposure compensation. Select a profile and use any method wheel menu etc to adjust exposure compensation and the camera will switch back to the default profile. What is the point of a user profile if one can’t use exposure compensation?

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica D-Lux 8 Compact Camera Announced 1 year, 5 months ago

    Today, Leica has announced its long-awaited D-Lux 8 compact digital camera, with further details and the start of shipping scheduled for July 2, 2024. While we don't have yet have the full technical specs of the […]

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