I can finally share the exclusive first info about a new lens coming at the CP+ show: Sigma will launch the new 85mm f/1.2 L-mount AF Full Frame lens during the last week of February! This has been confirmed by trusted sources.
I don’t know if Sigma will also announce some other products but this one is a welcome addition to the L-mount lens range. A fast portrait prime lens will be appealing for many wedding and portrait photographers out there.
얼마전 나온다고 루머가 들리던 시그마 밝은 렌즈가 이녀석 아닐까 싶습니다.
생각해보니 조만간 CP+ 쇼가 열리는 군요. 2월말 행사장에서 새로운 85.2 렌즈가 등장하는 듯 합니다.
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Trusted sources told me Sigma will announce a new FAST lens in late February! It’s a Full Frame lens coming for both E and L-mount. Hope to get full specs soon. Stay tuned!
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Bloomberg reports that Blackstone could sell control of Leica Camera in a €1 billion deal. Rumors about a potential sale have been floating around since 2017:
The Core News Blackstone Inc. and the Kaufmann family (the majority owners) are considering the sale of a controlling stake in Leica Camera AG. The potential deal values the iconic German camera maker at approximately €1 billion ($1.1–1.2 billion).
Key details (published January 23, 2026):
Sellers: The private equity firm Blackstone, which acquired a ~45% stake in Leica in 2011, is looking to exit its investment. The Kaufmann family, which holds the majority stake, is also involved in the sale discussions but may choose to re-invest in the business following the transaction.
Potential Buyers: Discussions are reportedly underway with several bidders, including:
HSG (formerly Sequoia Capital China)
Altor Equity Partners (a private equity firm)
Status: The deliberations are described as being in the early stages, and there is no guarantee that a deal will be finalized.
Background & context:
This potential sale marks a significant valuation increase for Leica, which was valued closer to €700 million during previous sale rumors in 2017. Blackstone originally invested in 2011 to help the brand expand internationally, particularly into Asian markets. The company has since successfully transitioned from a niche manufacturer into a broader luxury brand.
FYI: Leica Camera sold 44% of the company to Blackstone for €130 million ($179 million) back in 2011:
라이카의 지분을 45% 가지고 있던 사모펀드 블랙스톤이 지분을 정리하려 한다는 뉴스네요.
잠정적 구매자에 사모펀드 하나와 중국쪽 자본이 있어 소위 짱깨화? 되는거 아니냐는 걱정도 있는 것 같은데,
이미 2011년 블랙스톤에 팔렸던 지분이 다시 정리되는 수준이라 결국 55% 의 라이카 자체 지분은 변동없지 않을까 싶습니다.
물론 중국 자본이 들어오면 영향은 받겠지만.. 그렇다고 뭐 난리칠 수준은 아닐 것 같은..
Here are a few more leaks of the previously reported Leica Noctilux M 35mm f/1.2 ASPH lens: it features an f/1.2 maximum aperture, 10 elements in 5 groups (including 3 aspherical elements and a floating element), a 50cm minimum focus distance, 49mm filter thread, 5cm length, and 416g weight. The official announcement is on January 29, 2026 (Leica usually makes announcements at 9 am EST).
Leica Noctilux M 35mm f/1.2 ASPH lens sample photos:
대부분의 정보가 나왔네요. 그런데 여전히 공식 출시? 는 아닙니다..ㅋㅋ
50cm 의 초점거리가 인상적이네요.
M-EV1 덕분에 70cm 보다 짧은 최소초점거리를 가진 렌즈들이 계속 나올 것 같습니다.
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https://leica-korea.com//media/leicakorea/0a4ef124-f041-4d67-8906-fa30cfc9417c/2026/01/image-14.png554560leicakoreahttps://leica-korea.com//media/leicakorea/0a4ef124-f041-4d67-8906-fa30cfc9417c/2025/12/logo_20250831-300x63.pngleicakorea2026-01-20 08:49:042026-01-20 08:50:021월 29일 출시될 새로운 녹티룩스 35mm f/1.2 렌즈는 €9,000 로 예상됨.
The previously reported Noctilux M 35mm f/1.2 lens is rumored to be announced on January 29th, 2026, which aligns with the pattern of new Leica products being released on Thursdays. Stay tuned for updates.
https://leica-korea.com//media/leicakorea/0a4ef124-f041-4d67-8906-fa30cfc9417c/2026/01/image-10.png554560leicakoreahttps://leica-korea.com//media/leicakorea/0a4ef124-f041-4d67-8906-fa30cfc9417c/2025/12/logo_20250831-300x63.pngleicakorea2026-01-14 20:14:162026-01-14 20:17:12새로운 Leica Noctilux M 35mm f/1.2 렌즈가 1월 29일 출시됩니다.