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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Going Wide: Leica Super-Vario-Elmar-T 11-23mm Lens Review 10 years, 5 months ago
At launch, the Leica T-system was available with two lenses: the Leica Vario-Elmar-T 18-56 f/3.5-5.6 ASPH (equivalent to a 28-85mm) and the Leica Summicron-T 23mm f/2 ASPH (equivalent to a 35mm) with the promise […] -
Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Extends on M (Typ 240) and M Lenses 10 years, 5 months ago
Today, Leica has announced that it is extending current promotions on the M (Typ 240) bodies and most M lenses until March 31, 2015. The promotions were originally set to expire on January 31, 2015. On M bodies, a $750 instant rebate is applied to the purchase and on most M lenses a $250 instant rebate is applied. For full details on the promotion, you can check out our original story on it here:
LEICA ANNOUNCES INSTANT SAVINGS VOUCHERS ON M (TYP 240) AND SELECT M LENSES
Please don't hesitate to contact Leica Store Miami anytime with questions, either via phone at 305-921-4433 or via email. The promotion now ends March 31, 2015.
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Announces Instant Savings on M Monochrom 10 years, 5 months ago
Today, Leica has announced an instant savings promotion of $750 on the Leica M Monochrom in both black and silver chrome. The savings are applied instantly to the purchase of a brand new Monochrom camera. The promotion ends March 31, 2015.
Please note this promotion only applies towards brand new Leica products purchased in the United States or Canada. The promotion is valid on the Leica M Monochrom in black or silver chrome. To participate in the promotion, simply purchase an applicable product and the voucher will be applied instantly.
Please don't hesitate to contact Leica Store Miami anytime with questions, either via phone at 305-921-4433 or via email. The promotion ends March 31, 2015.
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Announces Price Increases for 2015 10 years, 6 months ago
Leica Camera has announced new pricing on certain products for 2015. For all sport optics products, the new pricing is in effect immediately. For photography equipment, the new pricing goes into effect on February 1, 2015.
Below is a list of the photography equipment which will increase in price on February 1:
Item
Current Price
New Price
ChangeLeica M, Black Paint (Typ 240)
$6,500
$7,450
$950Leica M, Silver Chrome Paint (Typ 240)
$6,500
$7,450
$950Leica Traveller Tripod
$500
$535
$35Ever -ready case M/M-P (Typ 240) with small front, black
$390
$450
$60Ever-ready case M/M-P (Typ 240) with large front, black
$390
$450
$60Ever-ready case M/M-P (Typ 240) with small front, cognac
$390
$450
$60Ever-ready case M/M-P (Typ 240) with large front, cognac
$390
$450
$60Leica Ball Head 38
$375
$425
$50Leica R Adapter M
$310
$365
$55Protector, Leather, Stone Grey for Leica T
$140
$160
$20Adapter E49 to E67 for Universal polarizing filter M
$105
$130
$25Leica Snap T (Typ 701), Black
$79
$95
$16Leica Snap T (Typ 701), White
$79
$95
$16Leica Snap T (Typ 701), Melon-Yellow
$79
$95
$16Leica Snap T (Typ 701), Orange-Red
$79
$95
$16Neck Strap, Silicon, White
$79
$110
$31Neck Strap, Silicon, Melon-Yellow
$79
$110
$31Neck Strap, Silicon, Orange-Red
$79
$110
$31Neoprene Case M Black, w/small front
$65
$75
$10Neoprene Case M Black, w/large front
$65
$75
$10Soft Release Button, ‘Leica', 12mm, red
$65
$75
$10Soft Release Button, ‘Leica', 8mm, red
$65
$75
$10Soft Release Button, ‘Leica', 12mm, chrome
$65
$75
$10Soft Release Button, ‘Leica', 8mm, chrome
$65
$75
$10Soft Release Button, ‘M', 8mm, black
$65
$75
$10Adapter for 135mm lens (11889) for Pol. Filter (13356)
$50
$55
$5If you are on the fence about purchasing a new Leica M (Typ 240), do keep in mind that the the current promotion of $750 off a new M body will end on January 31, and the price will be increasing as well at the same time!
The new pricing on these sport optics items is in effect immediately:
Item
New Price
2014 Price
Change8 + 12 x 42 Duovid Black
$2,599
$2,499
$10010 + 15 x 50 Duovid Black
$2,899
$2,799
$1008 x 42 Ultravid BL/Black Leather
$1,899
$1,799
$10010 x 42 Ultravid BL/Black Leather
$1,999
$1,899
$1008 x 20 BCR/Black Ultravid Compact
$749
$729
$2010 x 25 BCR/Black Ultravid Compact
$799
$779
$208 x 20 BCL Ultravid w/Brown Leather Case
$849
$799
$5010 x 25 BCL Ultravid w/Brown Leather Case
$899
$849
$508 x 20 BCA Black w/Case
$499
$469
$3010 x 25 BCA Black w/Case
$529
$499
$30Silverline 8 x 42
$1,999
$1,899
$100Silverline 10 x 42
$2,099
$1,999
$100Televid Case/T65 Angled
$240
$220
$20Televid Case/T65 Straight
$240
$220
$20Televid Case/T82 Angled
$240
$220
$20Televid Case/T82 Straight
$240
$220
$20To take advantage of the current pricing on camera equipment, all orders must by placed by midnight (Eastern Time) on January 31, 2015. Also note that the $750 promotion on Leica M (Typ 240) bodies ends at the same time on January 31. If an item is out of stock but ordered before the increase goes into effect we will honor the pre-increase pricing.
Please feel free to call at 305-921-4433 or email us with any questions.
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Announces T Firmware Update 1.3 10 years, 6 months ago
Today, Leica Camera has announced a firmware update for the Leica T (Typ 701): version 1.3. The firmware update enhances functionality and improves performance along with changing a few menu settings.
The new […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Responds to Sensor Issue in M9, M9-P, M-E and M Monochrom 10 years, 7 months ago
Leica has issued an official statement regarding the sensor corrosion issue on the Truesense KAF-18500 sensor used in the M9, M9-P, M-E and M Monochrom. Basically, the issue is that if the coating on the cover […]
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Hats off to Leica for standing behind their products! The M9 entered into service 5 years ago, most companies (Canon, Nikon etc) would just turn their back after their standard one year warranty is up. I guess that is why we lay out the extra $ – for extra service and support from both Leica and their authorized dealers.
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David Farkas replied to the topic How is everyone liking the new site design? in the forum Announcements and Site Matters 10 years, 7 months ago
You are correct. In order to create a more modern and feature-rich site overall, we had to move away from our previous vBulletin software. As such, the forum functionality is a little more limited, but we have many more community-based features like the activity feed, member profiles with interest tags, friendships and user galleries. In the end,…[Read more]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica M Edition “Leica 60” Unboxing 10 years, 7 months ago
The Leica M Edition “Leica 60” became the darling of this past Photokina. Leica had the audacity to launch a digital camera with no LCD screen and no menus, epitomizing Leica's rallying cry of Das Wesentliche, the […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Compact Digital Camera Guide 10 years, 7 months ago
Take a look at the current lineup of compact digital cameras offered by Leica today and you will be presented with a number of tempting choices. It can be a challenge to figure out which camera will fit your needs […]
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Kirsten Vignes wrote a new post, Leica V-Lux (Typ 114) Review: The Swiss Army Knife of Cameras 10 years, 7 months ago
Leica Camera once again led the way at Photokina this past September with the announcement of several new, large-sensor compact cameras including: the Leica X (Typ 113), Leica X-E (Typ 112), Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) […]-
First, I'd suggest using Adobe Lightroom, not Apple Photos to process the RAWfiles from the V-Lux. Secondly, the Col Effects apply only to JPGs generated in camera, not to RAWfiles. If you are shooting RAW only, you wouldn't see the effects in the computer.
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Bill,
We always recommend shooting in RAW and processing in the latest version of Lightroom. LR5 is a bit long in the tooth. I'd suggest you subscribe to the Adobe CC Photography Plan which includes Lightroom Classic CC and Photoshop CC.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Help Us Make Red Dot Forum Better and Win a Leica Swag Bag 10 years, 7 months ago
We'd love to get your feedback on how you like Red Dot Forum, our new site design and our content. We also welcome your feedback on how we can make the site even better. Please take a couple of minutes to answer […] -
David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica X Edition Moncler Unboxing 10 years, 7 months ago
Leica Store Miami received its first delivery of the limited edition Leica X Edition Moncler today, so we had an opportunity to do a little special edition unboxing. Enjoy. Click on the thumbnails below to enter […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) now shipping in the USA 10 years, 7 months ago
The first batch of the highly anticipated Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has just started to ship in the United States. Leica Store Miami expects to have the cameras in stock tomorrow (Friday, November 21), so if you place a pre-order online today, your order will ship when the cameras arrive tomorrw. Unfortunately, there has been no word yet on when the accessories for the D-Lux will ship.
The D-Lux (Typ 109) offers some serious upgrades over the D-Lux 6 it replaces. With a 4/3 inch sensor that is 5 times larger, 4K video recording, solid metal chassis and body, a built-in 2.8 MP EVF and Wi-Fi, the new D-Lux is an amazing performer. We had a chance to play with one for a few days and everything from the feature set to the image quality was truly class-leading for a compact camera. This is a great opportunity to grab one before the holidays.
If you haven't already, you can read more about the new D-Lux from our previous posts:
Photokina 2014: Day 4 – Leica Compacts Get Upgraded with D-Lux (Typ 109) and V-Lux (Typ 114)
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Adobe Lightroom 5.7 Released with Support for New Leica Cameras 10 years, 7 months ago
Today, Adobe released the latest version of its popular image editing software, Lightroom 5.7. This update adds support for the following Leica Cameras:
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David Farkas replied to the topic Miami Skyline in the forum Images to Share 10 years, 7 months ago
Nice shot. I really like the second one.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, New Firmware Released For Leica M8, M9, M9-P, M-E, M Monochrom, M (Typ 240) and M-P (Typ 240) 10 years, 7 months ago
Leica has released updated firmware for all digital M camera models from the M8 to the M-P (Typ 240) in order to support the recently announced updated line of Summarit-M lenses. Hopefully, this means that the new lenses will start shipping soon.
To make the task of finding your correct firmware a little easier, we made a handy table with every model with a direct link to download the the corresponding firmware for each, along with instructions if you need them.
Camera Model
Firmware Version
InstructionsLeica M8
v2.024
InstructionsLeica M8.2
v2.024
InstructionsLeica M9
v1.202
InstructionsLeica M9-P
v1.202
InstructionsLeica M-E
v1.202
InstructionsLeica M Monochrom
v1.008
InstructionsLeica M (Typ 240)
v2.0.1.7
InstructionsLeica M-P (Typ 240)
v2.0.1.7
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Announces Promotions on M (Typ 240) and Select M Lenses 10 years, 7 months ago
Beginning Saturday, November 15, 2014 and running through January 31, 2015, Leica Camera is offering a $750 instant voucher towards the purchase of a brand new Leica M (Typ 240) in black or silver chrome, and a $250 instant voucher towards the purchase of nearly any brand new M-System lens, with the exception of the newly announced f/2.4 Summarits, Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH in Silver Chrome, Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH in Silver Chrome, and the APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH.
Please note this promotion only applies towards brand new Leica products purchased in the United States or Canada. The promotion is not valid on the Leica M-P (Typ 240) or Leica M Monochrom. To participate in the promotion, simply purchase an applicable product and the voucher will be applied instantly.
Please don't hesitate to contact Leica Store Miami anytime with questions, either via phone at 305-921-4433 or via email. The promotion ends January 31, 2015.
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Bob Levite wrote a new post, The Leica V-Lux (Typ 114): A versatile travel companion to my M Monochrom 10 years, 7 months ago
My primary camera is a Leica M Monochrom, but as a serious and frequent traveler I needed a versatile, all-around camera, capable of capturing color as a companion to the Monochrom, which only shoots in black and […]-
Hi John-
Thanks for your comment. Yes, the 1″ sensor produces great images in my opinion. Currently Leica Store Miami has a show of bird photography shot entirely with the V-Lux. Some of the images are 20×24 inches and are excellent. My only caution involves low light level performance. When traveling I take the V-Lux and a Q or Monochrom for low light situations.
I hope this helps.Bob
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Josh,
Thanks for a great review of a great lens.
I agree with you that it is an excellent choice for architecture and street photography.
I like you shots, and of course the required dog.
Letting you test the lens didn't slow up my getting the lens since I was driving across the west while you were testing.
The build and handling of this lens exceeded my expectations. The image quality also.
Jack
Josh,
You really know how to show off a lens. Well done. It looks like an exceptional lens, especially considering it is a wide zoom. Knowing Jack, he will get some great images with it.
Mark