The Lecia M EV1 and Fujifilm X-T30 III Have Arrived

Plus, the next chapter of our forums is coming

View in Browser October 26th, 2025 The launch of Leica's new rangefinderless M, a.k.a. the Leica M EV1, and Fujifilm's updated X-T30 III were the biggest highlights in a week packed with new camera and lens announcements.  We published our initial reviews on both cameras and discussed the relatively minor upgrades of the X-T30 III in-depth in our DPReview Discussions video series.  We're also excited to announce that the migration to the next chapter of our forums will begin at the end of next week, and you can learn more about what's happening via our robust FAQ on the topic.  As always, thanks for reading and for being part of the wider DPReview community.  — Ben Highlights The Leica M EV1 is a rangefinderless M Leica's latest M does away with one of its defining features. Is the latest 'blind Leica' the future or a trip down a blind alley? The next chapter for the DPReview forums is coming soon. See what's changing. Our forums are about to get a big upgrade. Find out what's changing, when, and what you can expect. The DPReview team discusses the new Fujifilm X-T30 III This week, the DPReview team sat down to discuss the newly released Fujifilm X-T30 III, along with the company's new kit lens. Fujifilm X-T30 III adds fresh ingredients to familiar recipe Fujifilm has updated its X-T30 entry-level SLR-shaped mirrorless camera, bringing the latest processor and dial ethos. Falling for color: 20 standout shots from DPReview's October Editors' challenge With the last wisps of summer in the air and days getting shorter, we challenged you to show us what makes fall special. The 8 Best mirrorless cameras in 2025 'What's the best mirrorless camera?' We're glad you asked. Question of the Week: defective lenses happen – do you return, repair or live with it? In this edition of our Question of the Week series, we want to know how you handle bad copies of lenses. Cameras, jargon and meaning: a reflection on mirrorless Is the Leica M EV1 a mirrorless camera? Are all cameras mirrorless? Marketing jargon, shared meaning and the trouble with words. A guide to preventing and fixing noisy photos Dealing with noise in photographs can be frustrating. Here's how you can address it. News Updates Fujifilm's latest zoom goes unusually wide, but you'll probably have to wait to get it At first, the XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.3 OIS will just exist as a kit lens. Peak Design is solving one of its users' biggest annoyances Peak Design has unveiled a new Field Plate that doesn't require any tools, along with a new lineup of camera straps. Realme's latest phone comes with a heaping helping of Ricoh GR branding It has 28mm and 40mm equiv. modes, but with a catch. Red gives clue to Red Code / N-Raw puzzle Red gives a little more insight into the Red Raw / Nikon Raw distinction. CineD reveals some of what it means. From Hollywood to handmade: Jeff Bridges revives a panoramic film camera classic Jeff Bridges' company, SilverBridges, recently unveiled its first prototype of the WideluxX camera at a conference.   Further Reading   • Artist sues for co-author credit on Chris Levine's queen portraits - The Guardian   • Microsoft AI announces first image generator created in-house - The Verge   • How Lunar Photography Brought the Heavens Down to Earth - The New York Times   • Why Taking Photos of the Eiffel Tower at Night Breaks Copyright Law - Travel +  Leisure   Tamron's all-in-one zoom goes wider, gets closer Tamron has announced the 25-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2, an updated lens that goes wider than its predecessor. Ricoh is working on two exciting GR IV variants The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome and HDF are on their way. But no news on GR IVx plans, yet. This 85mm lens might be Viltrox's next Evo-lution Viltrox has a new lineup of lenses, with the compact and affordable AF 85mm F2.0 Evo FE the first to join. Aura promises print-like visuals from its cordless e-paper photo display Digital picture frame brand Aura has unveiled the Aura Ink, an e-paper digital frame that ditches the cord. 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards finalists: gorillas dance, lions sing and ducks smoke The finalists of the 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards have been announced, spotlighting silly moments with wildlife across the world. DPReview 276 5th Avenue, Suite 704 - 3126 New York, NY 10001 You received this email because you subscribed to the Digital Photography Review weekly newsletter. To update your preferences, click here. To unsubscribe, click here. Alternatively, log into dpreview and visit your user profile settings, uncheck the Newsletter Subscription checkbox, then click on Save changes. Click here to forward to a friend. If you're new to this newsletter, you can subscribe here.  Preferences |  Advertise | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell My Personal Information 2025 DPReview. All Rights Reserved.