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Leica Announces the Leica X2 Digital Camera

Today, as part of their May 10 event, Leica has announced the Leica X2 in both Black and Silver. The press release:LEICA X2 – THE NEXT GENERATION OF THE LEICA COMPACT DIGITAL CAMERASolms, Germany (Ma...

Leica Akademie Workshops in Miami Next Month

Leica is doing a great job with the Leica Akademie North America program. I attended the M9 Weekend with Craig Semetko in December and had a fantastic time. This time around, Leica is offering two one-d...

Leica S2 Firmware Update Version 1.0.2.0 Now Available

Today, Leica has announced firmware update version 1.0.2.0 for the Leica S2. This update adds support for the new Leica Elmarit-S 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. Below is the official press release:Solms, Germany (December 19, 2011) – Leica Camera AG continues its co...

Leica D-Lux 5 Firmware Update Version 2.0

Today, Leica has announced Firmware Update Version 2.0 for the D-Lux 5 camera:Solms, Germany (December 16, 2011) - Leica Camera AG announces the release of a new firmware update for the Leica D-Lux 5. U...

Leica M9 Firmware Update Version 1.176

Today, Leica Camera introduced firmware version 1.176 for the Leica M9. This new firmware includes the following updates:1. Bug fixes:• Fix of a seldom-occurring error when initializing the SD-card....

Leica M9 Firmware Update Version 1.174

Today, Leica Camera introduced firmware version 1.174 for the Leica M9. This new firmware includes the following updates:1. Bug fixes: Leica Camera has become aware of customers experiencing compatibi...

Kodak Sells Image Sensor Solutions Division

Kodak announced today that it has sold its Image Sensor Solution division (ISS) to Platinum Equity for an undisclosed amount. Hopefully, under Platinum's new ownership, ISS will continue to produce its excellen...

Leica Introduces Elmarit-S 30mm f/2.8 ASPH

Today, Leica introduces the fifth S lens to the S-System, the Elmarit-S 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. With a 35mm equivalent of 24mm, this lens will offer an option for those looking for something a bit wider than the 35mm Summarit-S. Just a few millimeters longer than t...