David Farkas, Author at Red Dot Forum

Leica ZM1 and ZM2 Watches: Made in Germany with Bespoke Movements

October 8, 2023

After showing off various mechanical watch prototypes at the Leitzpark III opening in 2018, Leica spent the next few years further developing and refining these designs, culminating with a limited release of t...

Leica Sofort 2: Hybrid Instant Camera

David Farkas

October 5, 2023

Today, Leica has announced the Sofort 2, a hybrid instant compact camera. Combining digital capture and analog output, the Leica Sofort 2 offers the fun and spontaneous aesthetic of the original Sofort introdu...

Firmware 1.3 for Leica Q3

David Farkas

September 29, 2023

Today, Leica has released a firmware update for the recently released Leica Q3. The firmware enhances the wireless connection to the Leica FOTOS app, improves on the Face and Body Detection AF mode algorithm, ...

Leica Cine 1: 4K Projector with Triple RGB Laser, 3000 Lumens, Dolby Vision HDR and Atmos Surround Sound

David Farkas

September 7, 2023

Leica has just launched its brand new Cine 1 Ultra-Short Throw 4K HDR Projector. Featuring the latest technology packed into a sleek, machined aluminum chassis, the Leica Cine 1 looks more like a piece of artw...

Save $1,500 on Leica SL2 Bundle Voucher Offer

David Farkas

September 4, 2023

Starting today and running until January 2024, Leica is offering a $1,500 voucher towards the purchase of a new SL2 Prime or Vario bundle. Combined with the nice bundle savings, this is an amazing deal for any...

Firmware Updates for Leica SL System Cameras

David Farkas

August 31, 2023

Today, Leica has released firmware updates for the full range of Leica SL System cameras. The latest SL2 and SL2-S receive updates to version 5.2.0 and the previous generation SL (Typ 601) gets a bump to versi...

Leica Firmware Master List

David Farkas

August 31, 2023

Leica has done an outstanding job of consistently rolling out new firmware for its lineup of digital cameras. And the updates haven't been just for current production. Previously produced cameras have continue...

Leica Adds SL2 Silver Edition Prime Lens Bundles

David Farkas

August 10, 2023

Today, Leica has announced two additional SL2 Silver Edition bundles, pairing the latest offering of the limited release SL2 in striking silver with either a 35 or 50mm Summicron-SL ASPH. These lightweight, fa...

Firmware v1.2 for Leica Q3

David Farkas

August 4, 2023

Today, Leica has released a firmware update for the newly released Leica Q3. The firmware fixes a freezing issue that some users were experiencing. While no new features are being introduced, it's always nice ...

ASTRODESIGN and Samyang Optics Join L-Mount Alliance

David Farkas

July 13, 2023

Today, Leica is announcing the addition of two new members to the L-Mount Alliance. Professional cine and broadcasting technology company ASTRODESIGN from Japan and South Korean photo and cine lens manufacture...

Leica SL2 Silver Edition

David Farkas

June 15, 2023

Today, Leica has announced a new special edition variant of the top-of-the-line SL2 professional mirrorless camera. Limited to just 1000 pieces worldwide, the SL2 Silver Edition features the same impressive sp...

Leica Q3 Introduced with 60MP BSI Sensor, Tilting Screen, Wireless Charging, 8K Video

David Farkas

May 25, 2023

Today, Leica has announced its highly anticipated third-generation Leica Q all-in-one full-frame digital camera. The new Leica Q3 stays true to the concept embodied in the popular Leica Q2, while adding some w...

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