Why is MAC not supporting the new .rw2 format

This format is used by both the newer Leica and Panasonic cameras for raw photos. Neither iPhoto or Aperture supports this format. It is discouraging as I just returned from a trip and my SD Cards are filled with pictures taken from my new camera and they are not recognized on my MAC with my current software programs. I have also read this format is not recognized by Adobe either. What is the deal?

It takes time for Apple to build in compatibility for these new formats. In the meantime you can probably use Adobe DNG Converter and Camera Raw 4.6 to convert the files to dng (digital negative) which iPhoto can read.
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto (iPhoto.Library for iPhoto 5 and earlier) database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've created an Automator workflow application (requires Tiger or later), iPhoto dB File Backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. It's compatible with iPhoto 6 and 7 libraries and Tiger and Leopard. Just put the application in the Dock and click on it whenever you want to backup the dB file. iPhoto does not have to be closed to run the application, just idle. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.
Note: There's now an Automator backup application for iPhoto 5 that will work with Tiger or Leopard.

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