When it comes to cameras we have a pretty specific taste, which combines high quality and of course also design. Usually we stick to the Canon G line, Ricoh, Panasonic Lumix and in case money is not an issue you of course go for a Leica. Today the German company, maker of high end cameras, has announced the M9 and the X1. The M9 is the upgrade to the M8, which turned one of their most iconic cameras into a digital one. The X1 will be priced lower and unites lots of features in compact format. We always felt like there was a huge gap between the M9 and other cameras of its category and hopefully the X1 can close that gap, at least in terms of price. The M9 will go for around 7′000 USD and comes out in September. The Leica X1 will go for 2′000 USD and will only start shipping in January. Do the quality of the cameras, the design or the functionality justify the price? Probably not.

Take a detailed look at both the Leica M9 and the Leica X1, both beautiful pieces of hardware, both made in Germany,  after the jump.

The Leica C-Lux 3 digital camera comes in a special collaborative version with Parisian artist Andre and colette. The camerca comes in black and white and features an illustration by the artist on the front. Each colorway is limited to only 30 pieces and will be available soon in the colette online store.

More detailed images of the Leica x Andre x colette C-Lux 3 follow after the jump.

Leica has been come out with multiple interesting special edition versions of their popular cameras. The D-Lux 4 recently came in a Titantium Edition and the M8 in a White Edition and Safari Edition. Now they present the D-Lux 4 as well in a Safari Edition, featuring a military green case, with silver metal details and of course red Leica logo. The D-LUX 4 Safari Set will be delivered with a dedicated khaki-colored system case that matches the feel of the camera. The system case offers space for optional accessories like the handgrip, viewfinder or flash unit. It is made of water-resistant heavy duty material that is used in manufacturing in the automobile industry. The case also comes with a rain cape made of nylon. The camera will be released in August and will go for 995 USD. Via Dalephotoanddigital.

A while ago Leica released the limited Safari Edition of their flagship M8 model. In time for summer they will be releasing the white edition of the classic beauty. So far the price and release date have not been announced yet, but apparently numbers will be extremely limited on this one, according to Luxist.

We will keep you posted!

Leica has come out with a beautiful Safari limited edition version of their M8.2 camera model.

“It comes bundled with a 28mm F2.8 Summicron lens and a matching canvas and leather camera bag. The 10.3-million-pixel M8.2 is an updated version of the original M8, the firm’s first digital rangefinder camera, the prototype for which was auctioned off last summer. The Safari model features a matte green vulcanite finish body combined with brushed silver accents and a saddle leather strap.” Via Luxist.

Only 500 pieces of the Safari edition will be made and they go for 10′000 USD. Have a more detailed look at the Leica M8 Safari Edition after the jump.

It has just been confirmed that Leica will be releasing a limited edition version of their popular D-Lux 4 model. The camera will come in a titanium casing with matching Leica leather pouch. The technical specs are the same as for the regular D-Lux 4 and luckily it also seems like the price will be the same in the US. But there will only be 500 pieces of this precious machinery, so good luck finding one!

“The new LEICA M8.2 is an exciting upgrade of Leica Camera AG’s German-made M series digital rangefinder camera for professionals. Improving on important LEICA M8 attributes such as discretion, intuitive work and robustness , the new model retains the key characteristics of the Leica reportage camera such as the compact shape, the exceptional image quality in connection with Leica M lenses and the unique picture composition with the Leica rangefinder that show it to be a genuine M camera. The LEICA M8.2 complements the M8, and many elements of the M8.2 can be integrated into the M8 if desired. With this parallel marketing, Leica Camera AG is underlining yet again the full system compatibility and high value retention of its M series.” (via Image Insider).

We always loved the Leica M8 and now it has gotten even better. If you have some spare cash, than you should definitely consider it.