The History of Leica vs Zeiss and the Battle of the Rangefinders
For several decades, there were two big names — both of which happened to be German — in the 35mm camera world that stood like skyscrapers among all companies. You’ve …
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‘One of the Most Remarkable’ Leica Camera Prototypes Ever Sells for Over $2.1 Million
Earlier this month, the Leitz Photographica Auction previewed some of the 423 lots that were for sale over the weekend in Vienna, Austria, including a rare Leica M prototype auction …
Rare Prototype Leica M Expected to Sell for Over $750,000 at Auction
Leica M prototype 423 lots comprising rare and exceptional pieces of photographic history will be up for auction at the 45th Leitz Photographica Auction on November 23 in Vienna. 2024 …
Iconic Nan Golden Photo Sells for $71K at Leitz Photographica Auction
‘Jimmy Paulette on David’s Bike’ by Nan Goldin | © Leitz Photographica Auction Leitz Photographica Auction, best known for selling rare cameras for six and seven-figure sums, also sells photographic …
Ultra-Rare Leica MP2 Black Paint Camera Sells For Nearly $1.7 Million
A rare 66-year-old Leica MP2 black paint camera has been sold for 1.56 million Euros, or nearly $1.68 million, at the 44th Leitz Photographica Auction in Wetzlar, Germany. Like other …
Upcoming Film Explores How Leica’s Founding Family Helped Jews in WWII
Like the Underground Railroad, the Leica Freedom Train was not a physical object or location but a monumental and dangerous effort to save people from persecution and even death. During …
Leica’s Leitz Phone 3 Pairs Big Sensor with New Modes, but is Japan-Only
Leica announced the Leitz Phone 3, it’s third smartphone that brings enhanced imaging, unique features, tons of photo modes, and more. Unfortunately for most of the world, the smartphone will …
Yul Brynner’s Leica MP Cameras Sell for More Than $3 Million
The 43rd Leitz Photographica Auction occurred over the weekend in Vienna, Austria, and some exceptional cameras and lenses sold for huge sums. Among the most valuable lots on offer were …
Yul Brynner’s Leica Cameras Headline 43rd Leitz Photographica Auction
Leica MP black paint no.59 ‘Yul Brynner’ (Lot 186) | 43rd Leitz Photographica Auction There are some very interesting lots in the upcoming 43rd Leitz Photographica Auction on November 25 …