The Leica M EV1 is the first M-system rangefinder to feature a built-in electronic viewfinder, with a 5.76M-dot OLED EVF at 0.76x magnification. It retains the 60MP BSI CMOS full-frame sensor and manual-focus heritage of the M11 series while adding modern framing conveniences.
Product released: October 23, 2025
Latest firmware version
Version 2.6.4, released September 8, 2026
Last checked for updates: Sep 16, 2026 00:01 UTC
What's new in version 2.6.4
NEW
• Lens Profile: Summicron-M 66 f/2
Important information regarding the use of SD cards
In rare cases, the use of UHS-I cards would result in some technical issues. Leica recom-
mends using UHS-II cards to generally avoid these issues, and to guarantee the best
possible performance for your camera.
LatestUpdate has tracked 2 versions of Leica M EV1 firmware, released between August 2, 2026 and September 8, 2026.
Version 2.6.4 - September 8, 2026: NEW • Lens Profile: Summicron-M 66 f/2 Important information regarding the use of SD cards In rare cases, the use of UHS-I cards would result in some technical…
Version 2.6.1 - August 2, 2026: NEW • The list of automatically recognizable Leica M lenses has been expanded: Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH. Important information regarding the use of SD cards In…
The Leica M EV1 is the first M-system rangefinder to feature a built-in electronic viewfinder, with a 5.76M-dot OLED EVF at 0.76x magnification. It retains the 60MP BSI CMOS full-frame sensor and manual-focus heritage of the M11 series while adding modern framing conveniences. It was originally released on October 23, 2025.
What is the latest firmware version of Leica M EV1?
The latest firmware version of Leica M EV1 is 2.6.4. It was released on September 8, 2026.
What changed in Leica M EV1 firmware version 2.6.4?
Leica M EV1 firmware version 2.6.4 includes the following changes: NEW
• Lens Profile: Summicron-M 66 f/2
Important information regarding the use of SD cards
In rare cases, the use of UHS-I cards would result in some technical issues. Leica recom-
mends using UHS-II cards to generally avoid these issues, and to guarantee the best
possible performance for your camera.
How do I update the Leica M EV1 firmware?
To update the Leica M EV1 firmware, download the latest version (2.6.4) from Leica's website. Follow Leica's installation instructions, which typically involve copying the firmware file to a memory card or connecting via USB. You can download the latest firmware from Leica's support page.
Where can I download the latest Leica M EV1 firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Leica M EV1 firmware (version 2.6.4) are on Leica's official release page: https://leica-camera.com/en-int/photography/cameras/m/m-ev1-black/downloads
How do I check for Leica M EV1 firmware updates?
You can track Leica M EV1 firmware updates automatically on LatestUpdate.io. We monitor Leica's releases and notify you when new firmware versions are available, so you never miss an update.
How often does Leica release firmware updates for Leica M EV1?
We have tracked 2 firmware versions of Leica M EV1. Leica releases updates to fix bugs, improve performance, and add new features. Track this product on LatestUpdate.io to be notified of future releases.
Is Leica M EV1 still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Leica M EV1 received a firmware update within the last month. The most recent version is 2.6.4.
Who makes Leica M EV1?
Leica M EV1 is manufactured by Leica. Visit the official product page for more information.