Rounding up what’s new and exciting

Weather PotY now open for entries

This international competition is now in its sixth year, and has added a mobile phone category. Open until 29 June, the top prize is £500/$690, and up to five entries can be made per category. www.bit.ly/ dc243wpoty; free

Leica APO Summicron M 35 f/2 ASPH

The iconic brand’s most compact 35mm M-lens to date is designed to render detail sharp enough to future-proof it against the imaging sensors of tomorrow. uk.leica-camera.com; £6,700/$8,195

Employee ownership move for Park Cameras This leading UK retailer is now owned by its workforce. The firm has stores in London and West Sussex and has ambitious future plans, including growing its sales of pre-owned cameras and lenses. www.parkcameras.com