Ed Templeton, the photographer, fine artist, and former professional skater who we have had in the magazine over the years (most recently, the February 2012 issue) was recently the subject of a Leica produced interview and video spotlight. And, because we are dealing with a Leica, its a bit on the classy side.

Obviously Leica is a sought after brand in the world of cameras, but hey, you never know what real quality control is going on in the making of process. Leica created this new video to show you, consumer and enthusiasts, the process behind making a Leica lens.

In the office this morning, we have had a few contributors talk about their tools of the trade, digital cameras, and although the Canon G9 and G11 were the consensus picks, but a little digital snapper, the Leica D-LUX 5, for example, was a applauded as a nice pick-up if you had $1,400 to spare.

If just to be cocky, pulling out a Leica camera attachment for your iPhone 4 before taking a snapshot at a party would definitely work. And what was a rumor seems to be confirmed by BlackDA that this i9 is to be released.