German iconic photography manufacturer Leica recently released their newest camera app for the iPhone: Leica LUX. This app allows you to replicate the look of specific prime lenses, including the Summilux-M 28 mm F/1.4 ASPH and the Noctilux-M 50 mm F/1.2 ASPH. Also, the app can emulate famous Leica film presets and color renderings with eleven built-in Leica Looks. So, let’s take a closer look at it! In December 2023, Leica bought Norwegian company Fjorden, which developed the Fjorden Grip and iPhone app. Leica had a plan in mind and bought Fjorden to try to enter the smartphone market. After six months of hard work and commitment, both teams are finally ready to launch their freemium app on the App Store: Leica LUX. The Leica LUX camera app. Image credit: Leica Leica LUX – features The Leica LUX is an iOS-only camera app with one clear goal: emulate and replicate what could’ve been created by a Leica camera. As with any camera app with such a claim, you’ll find an Auto mode, but you can also have complete manual control over your camera settings. However, the significant benefit of the LUX app lies in the Aperture Mode. The Aperture Mode lets you select legendary Leica lenses. Image credit: Leica According to Leica, the Aperture Mode allows you to “take pictures with the characteristic signatures of a range of classic Leica lenses.” At the moment, you have the choice between four lenses, including the Summilux-M 28mm and 35mm f/1.4 ASPH, the...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 12 June, 2024