Sony Japan: the RX1R III could be delayed because of high demand, while the camera is sitting in stock at Amazon

By PR admin | Published: July 25, 2025


Sony Japan issued a statement about the latest Sony RX1R III camera, indicating that becuase of the high demand, deliveries could be delayed:

"We began accepting orders for the RX1R III (DSC-RX1RM3) full-frame compact camera with integrated lens and related accessories on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. We have received many more orders than we expected, so it may take some time for your products to be delivered."

At the same the Sony RX1R III is sitting in stock at Amazon untouched (Sony RX1R III: is it worth the hype?):

Jared Polin rants about the RX1R III camera: “Sony, you are not Leica”

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New: Fujifilm X100VI “Slim Skin” case by Akaralabs

By PR admin | Published: July 25, 2025




Akaralabs released a new "Slim Skin" case for the Fujifilm X100VI camera:

  • Integrated Thumb Grip: Both versions include a built-in thumb grip to dramatically improve handling and stability
  • Sits Perfectly Flat: We removed the bottom mounting screw, so your camera sits flat on any surface without wobbling
  • Quick-Release Design: The case can be removed in seconds for access to the battery and SD card
  • Secure Attachment: Our in-house developed "push-fit" mount uses the camera's tripod thread to hold the case securely in place during use
  • Two different versions are available: gripped and non-gripped

Check the product page for additional informtion.


You can use promo code "LEICARUMORS" for a discount during checkout.

Akaralabs makes "Slim Skin" cases for several other camera models:

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Lomography announced three new Petzval Art lenses: 35mm f/2, 55mm f/1.7, and 80.5mm f/1.9 (RF/Z/E mount)

By PR admin | Published: July 23, 2025



Today, Lomography officially announced the previously reported Petzval Art lenses (check for pre-order options at Adorama):

Five new Petzval lenses were on display at the 2025 CP+ show (not officially announced yet)

  • Joseph Petzval 35mm f/2 - MSRP: 599 EUR/USD
  • Joseph Petzval 55mm f/1.7 - MSRP: 599 EUR/USD
  • Joseph Petzval 80.5mm f/1.9 - MSRP: 599 EUR/USD

Additional information on the new lenses:

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Insta360 Antigravity drone coming soon with a new “Sphere” accessory for attaching 360 camera

By PR admin | Published: July 23, 2025



Insta360 will soon announce their new Antigravity drone (previously reported here) - many of the social media accounts are already created:




A new "Insta360 Sphere" accessory also leaked online - you will be able to attach a 360 camera to the new Antigravity drone:


Insta360 already has a patent for the Antigravity drone:

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: July 23, 2025


Here is what else is new:

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The latest Summer cashback/savings offers in Europe

By PR admin | Published: July 23, 2025


The latest Summer cashback/savings offers in Europe can be found here at Foto Erhardt:

                    

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Expect more price increases on photo gear: the new US tariff on imports from Japan is now 15%

By PR admin | Published: July 23, 2025


After the initial suggestion for a 25% tariff, the Trump administration reached a new deal today that includes a 15% tariff on all products coming from Japan. The effective US tariff rate on Japanese imports before the announcement was approximately 2%, according to World Bank data. Please note that tariffs are not calculated based on the final selling price in the US, but rather on the import invoice/declared value price. Here is a list of some of the cameras and lenses currently made in Japan:

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Beware of scam: fake Hasselblad websites offer significant discounts on gear

By PR admin | Published: July 22, 2025


It seems that Leica is not the only company recently targeted in elaborate online scams that involved multiple fake websites and significant social media advertising campaigns (all on Meta's apps like Facebook and Instagram - both known for being a preferred social platform for scammers worldwide). I recently noticed the first fake Hasselblad website online - I will not link to the actual domain name, but you can see the URL in the screenshots below – I am sure there are more similar sites out there (click for larger view):


Here is a screenshot of the entire front page of the fake Hasselblad website:


Obviously, those deals are too good to be true. Use common sense and buy Hasselblad gear from one of our trusted sponsors:

More on the fake Leica websites:

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