Category: Leica

Rumors : Leica CL2 Specifications, Coming in 2021

Here are the first rumored specifications of the upcoming Leica CL2 mirrorless camera. The Leica CL is an APS-C mirrorless system camera announced by Leica Camera in November 2017. Now after a long period, the company is about to announce a new model in the name of Leica CL2.

This new Leica CL2 will replace the current CL model, which is currently on sale at Amazon, B&H, Adorama for $2,995 with 18mm Lens starter bundle. Check out the Leica CL2 Specifications below : Continue reading “Rumors : Leica CL2 Specifications, Coming in 2021”

Additional Coverage on Leica SL2-S Camera

Leica has announced the SL2-S, its third full-frame L-mount camera. Designed for stills and video, Leica SL2-S features a new 24mp BSI CMOS sensor, and 4K CINE video recording. Here is an additional coverage of the new Leica SL2-S camera including reviews, samples and hands-on videos.

Camerasize posted the size comparison between the Leica SL2 vs Leica SL2-S cameras. Leica also released “Henri” Cinematographer’s viewfinder for pairing the new SL2-S with PL, LPL lenses. Leica SL2-S initial review can be found at Dpreview. Of course as usual they have posted What you need to know about the Leica SL2-S and sample photos.

Leica SL2-S: $4,895 at B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “Additional Coverage on Leica SL2-S Camera”

Leica SL2-S Full-frame Mirrorless Camera Announced, Price $4,895

Leica has announced the new Leica SL2-S full-frame mirrorless camera, designed for both stills and video. The new Leica SL2-S is the company’s third full-frame L-mount camera, and is the most video-focused yet.

The camera features a 24mp BSI CMOS sensor, unlimited 4K CINE (10-bit) video recording, and a 4GB buffer to allow for longer continuous shooting at 25fps. There’s also built-in in-body image stabilisation, a multi-shot mode to allow 96mp images to be taken, and weather-sealing.

The US price is $4,895, and it is now available for pre-order at B&H. Continue reading “Leica SL2-S Full-frame Mirrorless Camera Announced, Price $4,895”

First Leica SL2-S Specifications Leaked, Price to be $4,895

First Leica SL2-S Specifications have been leaked on the web. The new Leica SL2-S camera is rumored to cost $4,895, $1,100 cheaper than the current Leica SL2. It will be a “small” version of the SL2 with a 24MP CMOS sensor.

The official announcement is expected by the end of the month. Here are the first specifications of the upcoming Leica SL2-S mirrorless camera: Continue reading “First Leica SL2-S Specifications Leaked, Price to be $4,895”

Leica Q2 Monochrom 47MP Full-Frame Camera

Leica has announced the new Q2 Monochrom, a full-frame compact camera with a dedicated black and white sensor. Monochrome version of the 47.3mp Leica Q2 features a newly developed full-frame 47.3 megapixel monochrome sensor, 4K video mode, fast 28mm F1.7 Summilux prime lens, precise autofocus and 3.68mp OLED viewfinder technology.

The camera has one-button cropping to 35, 50 and 75mm, with a drop in resolution with as you go. For those who want the unique look of black and white video, the Q2 Monochrom can capture both DCI and UHD 4K at up to 30p. The Q2 Monochrom is available now for $5995 at Adorama | B&H.

Key Features

  • New 47.3 MP full-frame monochrome CMOS sensor
  • No color array or low pass filter
  • Maestro II image processor
  • ISO range of 100-100,000
  • Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH lens
  • 4K video
  • Monochromatic engravings & matte black paint finish
  • Mid-grain leatherette (as featured on the M10 Monochrom)
  • Weather sealing
  • 3.68 megapixel OLED EVF
  • Download: brochure | sample photos

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Meyer Optik Gorlitz Trioplan 50mm f2.8 II Lens for Fuji X, Sony E, M43, and Leica L

Meyer Optik Gorlitz has unveiled the full-frame Trioplan 50mm f2.8 II, a versatile lens with special “soap bubble” bokeh. The developer claims, the lens has been redesigned from the ground up: a new mechanical design based on the Trioplan 100mm f2.8 II now offers photographers excellent controllability with a 50mm focal length.

Trioplan 50mm is manufactured for the most common modern camera mounts Canon EF, Nikon F, Fuji X, Sony E, Pentax K, M42, Micro Four Thirds, Leica M, and Leica L. Additionally, the 50 mm lens also features a movable front element, independent of the focusing action, which increases the maximum magnification to 1:4 for working with nearby subjects as close as 9.8″ away.

Price and availability

Meyer Optik Gorlitz Trioplan 50mm f2.8 II Lens for Fujifilm X, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, and Leica L mount is now available to pre-order via the Bhphotovideo.com for $899. Continue reading “Meyer Optik Gorlitz Trioplan 50mm f2.8 II Lens for Fuji X, Sony E, M43, and Leica L”

New Venus Optics Laowa 14mm f/4 FF RL Zero-D Lens for Mirrorless Cameras

Venus Optics released their new Laowa 14mm f/4 FF RL Zero-D Lens for several mirrorless mounts.

The new super compact Laowa 14mm f/4 FF RL lens is now available for Leica M, Leica L, Sony FE, Nikon Z, and Canon RF mounts.

The new Venus Optics Laowa 14mm f/4 FF RL Zero-D Lens is now in stock at Venus Optics, first 100 pre-orders will get a 100mm Magnetic Filter Holder System (Value: $149) for FREE. Venus Optics lenses are sold at Adorama and B&H.
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Venus Optics Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL Lens now Available for Pre-order

The new Venus Optics Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL lens is now available for pre-order at major US stores. The US price is $699 and available for Sony E, Leica L, Nikon Z and Leica M mounts.

Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL Lens for Sony E: $699 at B&H, Adorama.

Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL Lens for Nikon Z: $699 at B&H, Adorama.

Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL Lens for Leica L: $699 at B&H, Adorama.

From B&H: Continue reading “Venus Optics Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL Lens now Available for Pre-order”

New Venus Optics Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL Lens for Mirrorless Cameras

Venus Optics released their new Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL lens for several mirrorless mounts.

The new super compact Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL lens is now available for Sony E, Leica L, Nikon Z and Leica M mounts.

Price of the lens is between $699 – $799 and pre-orders are available at Adorama and B&HPhoto. Continue reading “New Venus Optics Laowa 11mm f/4.5 FF RL Lens for Mirrorless Cameras”

Laowa 9mm f/5.6 FF RL Lens Price, Specs and Availability

Available in Sony E, Nikon Z and Leica L mounts, the new Laowa 9mm f/5.6 FF RL Lens from Venus Optics is now available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama. The US price of the lens is $799.

The Widest Rectilinear lens for Full Frame cameras.

Designed for full frame cameras, the Laowa 9mm f/5.6 FF RL is currently the world’s widest rectilinear lens. The remarkable 135° angle of view allows you to capture landscape images with ease and realise formerly impossible shots. The lens includes 2 aspherical elements and 2 extra-low dispersion elements to suppress chromatic aberrations and distortion to the minimum. Despite the one-of-a-kind perspective, the lens itself is super compact (2.4″ / 6cm long) and weigh only 12.3 oz. / 350 g. It also features an extremely close focusing distance of 4.72″ / 12cm

Richard Wong released his Laowa 9mm f/5.6mm review and man is it wide. Below is a summary of his review: Continue reading “Laowa 9mm f/5.6 FF RL Lens Price, Specs and Availability”