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Leica Q3 43 Monochrom Confirmed, Plus Firmware and a New Pentax DSLR in Production
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Leica has confirmed the Q3 43 Monochrom is coming this fall, and has also released firmware updates for the D-Lux 8, SL2, SL2-S, and Q3. A separate report — unconfirmed — says a new Pentax DSLR is already in production, while Ricoh's Q1 financials credit the GR series for solid camera earnings.
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AUGUST 6, 2026Leica Q3 43 Monochrom Confirmed for Fall Release
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