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YouTube Video VVVzX3J1bDJBZjQ5alByMnkxSlJjbVhnLmRWTXJvUGo2MkNB In this week’s Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas take a fresh look at the current Leica M11 digital M lineup, including the recently introduced M EV1. They’ll break down the differences between the various camera models, discuss the numerous improvements Leica has delivered through firmware updates, and explore where the M system stands in 2026.Following the overwhelming response to previous Leica SL Lens Guide episodes, we're once again turning to the community for images. If you’re shooting with a Leica M11-series camera, we would love to see your work. Selected submissions may be featured during the live show.Use the link below to submit your images:https://leicastoremiami.typeform.com/to/Vg4M6z20The Leica M system remains one of the most versatile photographic platforms available today, equally at home on the street, in architectural environments, and out in the landscape. We look forward to seeing and sharing the incredible images being created by the Red Dot Forum community.As always, feel free to send questions ahead of time by emailing questions@reddotforum.com, or join the live broadcast and ask in the chat.======================================Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.======================================Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.comNew Leica
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SL-System - https://lsm.to/SL-System
Q-System - https://lsm.to/Q-SystemUsed Leica
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Used M System - https://lsm.to/Used-M
Used SL System - https://lsm.to/Used-SL
Used Q System - https://lsm.to/Used-Q======================================Check out David’s personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlz======================================Sign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=TLtVgC&g=SAPuVd
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica Digital M Guide 2026
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In this week’s Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas take a fresh look at the current Leica M11 digital M lineup, including the recently introduced M EV1. They’ll break down the differences between the various camera models, discuss the numerous improvements Leica has delivered through firmware updates, and explore where the M system stands in 2026.Following the overwhelming response to previous Leica SL Lens Guide episodes, we're once again turning to the community for images. If you’re shooting with a Leica M11-series camera, we would love to see your work. Selected submissions may be featured during the live show.Use the link below to submit your images:https://leicastoremiami.typeform.com/to/Vg4M6z20The Leica M system remains one of the most versatile photographic platforms available today, equally at home on the street, in architectural environments, and out in the landscape. We look forward to seeing and sharing the incredible images being created by the Red Dot Forum community.As always, feel free to send questions ahead of time by emailing questions@reddotforum.com, or join the live broadcast and ask in the chat.======================================Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.======================================Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.comNew Leica
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M-System - https://lsm.to/M-System
SL-System - https://lsm.to/SL-System
Q-System - https://lsm.to/Q-SystemUsed Leica
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Used M System - https://lsm.to/Used-M
Used SL System - https://lsm.to/Used-SL
Used Q System - https://lsm.to/Used-Q======================================Check out David’s personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlz======================================Sign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=TLtVgC&g=SAPuVd
Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica Digital M Guide 2026
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In this week's Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas are back for another Ask Us Anything session. Instead of focusing on a single camera system, lens line or specific topics like we usually do, we're taking any and all questions. Ask us about Leica cameras and lenses, new and old, shooting and focusing techniques, or whatever you might be curious about that we can answer for you. Feel free to hit us up with questions beforehand by emailing questions@reddotforum.com, or ask us live in the chat.======================================Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.======================================Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.comNew Leica
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M-System - https://lsm.to/M-System
SL-System - https://lsm.to/SL-System
Q-System - https://lsm.to/Q-SystemUsed Leica
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Used M System - https://lsm.to/Used-M
Used SL System - https://lsm.to/Used-SL
Used Q System - https://lsm.to/Used-Q======================================Check out David’s personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlz======================================Sign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=TLtVgC&g=SAPuVdTimestamps
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0:00 Welcome & Ask Us Anything #94:04 Ask Us Anything Format & Ground Rules7:22 Leica Summaron-M Hood & Lens Design9:06 Leica M3 Viewfinder & Frame Lines10:12 Best Leica M Lens Kits
10:17 Low-Light Lens Recommendations
12:55 Lightweight Travel Lens Kit15:24 28mm Elmarit-M vs 35mm Summicron-M17:13 SL3 Firmware 4.0 & Autofocus Updates19:04 The Leica M240 Battery Situation21:43 Supporting Leica Stores & the Leica Community25:03 Depth of Field vs Exposure Compensation28:16 Rangefinder Parallax Explained30:18 Favorite Leica Cameras of All Time32:24 M240 vs SL2-S: Which Direction to Go?35:21 Leica Workshops & Photo Tour Galleries37:10 M11 Viewfinder Improvements Over M24038:20 Discontinued Leica Lenses39:25 Why David Doesn’t Shoot at f/1644:16 Who Should Buy the M11-D?47:23 Leica Crime Scene Photography Kit48:30 Preventing Lens Fungus & Haze50:00 M6 Meter Repair & Upgrades50:49 Are 60 Megapixels Too Much?56:37 What Camera Gear to Bring to Japan1:04:35 Rare Used Leica Gear Showcase1:10:16 KEH Trade-In Event & Workshop Updates1:12:51 EVF vs Optical Finder for Wide-Angle M Lenses1:14:46 Electronic Shutter Limitations1:16:07 Getting Hard-to-Find Leica Special Editions1:17:39 Zoom Lens Performance & Focal Length Myths1:18:24 Lens Hoods: When to Use Them1:19:35 Should You “Stealth” Your Leica?1:22:57 Leica CL 40mm Frame Lines1:23:58 28mm Summicron-M Versions Compared1:25:46 Leica Lens Recommendations Q&A1:27:12 User Profiles on the Q3 431:28:28 35 APO vs 35 Noctilux1:29:58 SL3 vs SL3-S for Photography1:32:24 Third-Party Leica Batteries1:33:02 Sharpest Leica M Lenses1:34:30 Memory Cards for Leica Cameras1:36:55 M6 Reissue vs Original M61:39:18 Leica Camera Repair & DIY Service1:40:13 M11 Multi-Resolution RAW Files1:42:11 Telephoto Lens Recommendations1:45:07 Is the Leica S System Still Relevant?1:49:15 50 APO vs 35 APO Summicron-M1:50:47 M11 vs SL3 Dynamic Range1:51:05 Leica Tele-Elmarit 90mm1:53:47 35 APO or 35 Noctilux?1:54:37 M Lenses on M Bodies vs SL Bodies1:56:22 Leica Q3 Repair Question1:57:03 M Lenses on Sony Cameras1:57:50 Best Leica Lens for Birds in Flight1:58:08 Leica Upgrade Recommendations2:00:23 Leica Monochrom & Infrared Photography2:00:54 Soccer Videography with Leica2:01:47 Vintage M Lens Profiles2:02:27 Favorite Leica Film Cameras2:03:09 Indoor Video Setup Recommendations2:03:54 Is 28mm the New Normal Lens?2:05:08 50mm Summilux Reissue vs Original2:06:20 Leica M8 in 20262:07:54 Looking Ahead to Episode 1002:10:44 Closing Remarks
Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Ask Us Anything - Round 9
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In this episode of Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas continue their comprehensive look at the Leica SL lens system. Picking up from Part 1 where they covered wide-angles up to 35mm, they'll be diving into the normal and telephoto range from 50mm to 400mm, discussing the strengths of each lens, how they compare to one another, and which ones might be right for your kit. Whether you're just getting into the SL system or looking to round out your collection, this is the episode for you.====================================================Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.====================================================Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.comWhere to buy:
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New SL Lenses - https://lsm.to/SL-Lenses
Used SL Lenses - https://lsm.to/Used-SL-Lenses====================================================Check out David's personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlzSign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: A Guide to Leica SL Lenses - Part 2 | 50mm and Telephotos
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Join Josh Lehrer for a special Red Dot Forum feature exploring the world of Leica watches with Henrik Ekdahl, Managing Director for Leica's watch and lifestyle division. In this in-depth conversation, they dive into Leica’s historic connection to watchmaking, from Ernst Leitz I’s early training in Switzerland to the mechanical DNA shared by Leica cameras and fine timepieces.Josh and Henrik discuss the philosophy behind Leica’s watch program, the development of the in-house hand-wound movements in the ZM 1 and ZM 2, and the design decisions that make these watches distinctly Leica without relying on gimmicks. They also take a close look at the ZM 11 and ZM 12, covering their automatic Swiss movements, dynamic dual-layer dials, case materials, sizing, quick-change strap and bracelet system, and the differences between the core models in the current lineup.Along the way, they talk about Leica’s long-term commitment to serious watchmaking, the crossover between Leica enthusiasts and watch collectors, and what makes these timepieces stand out in an increasingly crowded luxury watch world. Whether you are a dedicated watch enthusiast, a longtime Leica fan, or simply curious about why Leica entered high-end horology, this episode offers a fascinating look at the heritage, engineering, and design behind Leica watches.If you have questions about Leica watches, leave them in the comments. Henrik will be reading along, and Josh will be happy to pass along your questions as well.Shop Leica Watches at Leica Store Miami:
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Leica Watches: A Conversation with Henrik Ekdahl
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In this episode of Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas take a comprehensive look at the Leica SL lens system. From wide-angle to 35mm, and zooms vs. primes, they walk through the short end of the SL lineup, discussing the strengths of each lens, how they compare to one another, and which ones might be right for your kit. Whether you're just getting into the SL system or looking to round out your collection, this is the episode for you.====================================================CALL FOR SUBMISSIONSTo demonstrate the fantastic performance of Leica’s SL lenses, we’re turning to you for inspiration. If you have a few favorite photos taken with any Leica-made SL lens, we’d love the opportunity to feature them on this weekend’s episode.If you’re interested, please upload up to three images using the form below:https://leicastoremiami.typeform.com/sl-lens-guideBe sure to include your name and the lens used in the file name, and note that only one image per lens should be submitted. While we won’t be able to show every submitted image due to time constraints, only images submitted through the form will be considered. Images sent via email or any other method will not be eligible.Please submit files as high-quality JPGs in sRGB color space, ideally exported at around 90 quality in Lightroom. Images should be at least 2000 x 3000 pixels at 72 DPI or higher for optimal online viewing. We won’t be able to show low-resolution or heavily compressed images.Deadline: Saturday, March 28 at 1:00 PM ET.====================================================Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.====================================================Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.comWhere to buy:
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Used SL Lenses - https://lsm.to/Used-SL-Lenses====================================================Check out David's personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlzSign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: A Guide to Leica SL Lenses - Part 1 | Wide Angles and 35mm
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Join Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas for this episode of Red Dot Forum Camera Talk as they take an in-depth look at the groundbreaking, newly released Noctilux-M 35mm f/1.2 ASPH. Only slightly larger than the 35mm Summilux, delivering optical performance approaching the 35mm APO-Summicron, and featuring the fastest aperture ever offered on a 35mm M lens, the new 35mm Noctilux brings unmistakable Noctilux magic in a highly usable package.They’ll give a brief history of Noctilux lenses, discuss the technological innovations behind this high-speed reference-class optic, and explain where it fits within the current Leica M lineup. Naturally, Josh and David will explore how the new lens stacks up against the latest 35mm Summilux-M FLE and 35mm APO-Summicron-M, with their usual battery of detailed testing.Have questions? Email us ahead of time at questions@reddotforum.com, or ask live in the chat during the show.======================================Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.======================================Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.comNew Leica
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M-System - https://lsm.to/M-System
SL-System - https://lsm.to/SL-System
Q-System - https://lsm.to/Q-SystemUsed Leica
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Used M System - https://lsm.to/Used-M
Used SL System - https://lsm.to/Used-SL
Used Q System - https://lsm.to/Used-Q======================================Check out David’s personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlz======================================Sign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=TLtVgC&g=SAPuVd
Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica 35mm f/1.2 ASPH Noctilux Episode
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