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Thursday, May 16th, 2013

Colorware Customizable Service for Leica D-Lux 6

The classic design of the Leica has rarely needed a makeover over the years, that is possibly up until now. Colorware are now offering snap-happy customers an endless list of customizable color options for 10 different components that make up the…

Limited Edition Anniversary Leica X2 White

To commemorate the opening of the Daimaru Shinsaibashi Leica store, a new model, the Leica X2 White, is being released as a limited run of 100 units. Based on the popular silver body of the premium compact digital camera Leica…

Video: Leica – Revival of a Legend

“A Leica is forever,” the motto that once was the brand’s selling point nearly became the brands downfall. After failing to keep pace with the digital revolution, in 2004 the German company almost went bankrupt. Then investor Andreas Kaufmann stepped…

Finally We Can All Own a Leica… Lens Coffee Mug

It looks like German high end camera maker Leica is going into some fun accessories. This week they are introducing the lens coffee mugs. Of course they are made of ceramic and not plastic, staying true to their high quality…

Leica vs. the iPhone Era – Will Leica Survive?

If you have a passion for photography then you’re probably already familiar with Leica cameras. With technology growing exponentially by the day, can a camera that costs up to $20,000 survive the digital era? When asked what makes Leica’s technology different,…

Apple’s Jonathan Ive to Design Special Edition Leica M Camera

Apple’s Jonathan Ive to Design a 1-of-1 Leica M feature

At Leica’s special event last night, company owner Dr. Andreas Kaufmann revealed that they’ve got a very special limited edition version of the new Leica M camera planned — one that’s designed by legendary Apple designer Sir Jonathan Ive. This…

The world famous Leica M-series is joined by an all-new model called simply the Leica M. The monomental follow up to the M9 sees the German camera-smith’s first 24 Megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, and even more exciting for some, the camera can mount Leica’s…

Paul Smith for Leica X2 ‘Edition Paul Smith’

Today Leica Camera unveiled a special edition X2 Camera, designed by fashion designer Paul Smith. Limited to 1500 examples, the special release features an interpretation of Paul’s signature bright stripes. The top plate is finished in dazzling bright orange, the…

Leica D-Lux 6 Digital Camera – A First Look

Ahead of Photokina more and more cameras are getting leaked and with excitement we find out about some of the most anticipated devices to come out this year. Today we get a first look at the Leica D-Lux 6, which…

Jay Tsujimura Camera Jewelry

Here something interesting that we came across. Tokyo designer Jay Tsujimura presents a collection of handmade silver jewelry, made specifically to customize your favorite camera. The designer produced pieces for the hot shoe cover and the shutter cover, replacing the…

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Thursday, May 16th, 2013

Colorware Customizable Service for Leica D-Lux 6

Tuesday, March 12th, 2013

Limited Edition Anniversary Leica X2 White

Friday, January 4th, 2013

Video: Leica – Revival of a Legend

Thursday, December 20th, 2012

Finally We Can All Own a Leica… Lens Coffee Mug

Tuesday, November 27th, 2012

Leica vs. the iPhone Era – Will Leica Survive?

Tuesday, September 18th, 2012

Apple’s Jonathan Ive to Design Special Edition Leica M Camera

Leica M – Full-Frame Digital Rangefinder

Monday, September 17th, 2012

Paul Smith for Leica X2 ‘Edition Paul Smith’

Wednesday, September 12th, 2012

Leica D-Lux 6 Digital Camera – A First Look

Monday, August 13th, 2012

Jay Tsujimura Camera Jewelry