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DxO has released updates for its OpticsPro, FilmPack and ViewPoint software that adds support for six new cameras as well as 50 additional camera/lens modules to the DxO Optics Module library. Most notable for Leica shooters, support for the Leica Q (Type 116) and Leica SL (Type 601) cameras.

Today, Leica Camera has officially announced the Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90–280mm f/2.8-4 that will be available from March 24, 2016 (shipping in April) for $6,395 USD. This fast telephoto zoom lens offers a range of focal lengths that follows on directly from the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24–90mm f/2.8–4 ASPH, which launched with the SL camera at the end of last year. Read more below for details and specs!

Today we have this little gem; a preview of the new and upcoming Leica Summilux-TL 35mm f/1.4 ASPH lens (posted by Leica Camera Korea)! The "TL" designation is relatively new, meaning that the lens will work on both the Leica T (Type 701) and Leica SL (Type 601) cameras. This lens was announced back in October 2015 alongside the Leica T (Type 701) firmware v1.4 release and will be available "Spring 2016" - or, soon! Read more below for additional info, photos and pre-order links!

Meet the Leica M (Type 240) camera designed exclusively for Mr Porter - a men's fashion house. With a bespoke textured-leather on its body to match the strap and a Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH lens, this special edition comes in a kit costing $11,950 USD. Read more below for details!

You can grab the awesome Leica M Monochrom for a whopping $2,451 USD off the regular price of $7,950 USD - for a total of only $5,499 USD (while supplies last) over at B&H Photo & Video. The new Leica M Monochrom (Type 246), a release we broke the story on - goes for the usual price of $7,450 USD also at B&H Photo & Video for comparison. Read more below for details and other deals!

Leica Camera released firmware update v1.5 for the Leica T (Type 701) camera. You can download it here along with the instructions and manual. Read more below for details!