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Leica M-A (Typ 127) Completely Mechanical Rangefinder Announced

September 17, 2014 By Eric Reagan

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In the shadow of all the high resolution, 4K-shooting digital cameras being announced at Photokina 2014, the 35mm film Leica M-A (Typ 127) rangefinder is quite the change of pace.

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The new Leica M-A arrives 60 years after the first Leica M3 rangefinder was sold. The M-A is completely mechanical. There is no monitor or exposure metering. Accordingly, there is no need for batteries in the M-A.

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Your adjustments are limited to the mechanical operations of the camera – aperture, shutter speed and manual focus; along with your choice of lens and film selections.

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The Leica M-A is available in silver chrome or black chrome finishes. Each camera ships with Kodak Tri-X 400 black and white film.

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Leica M-A Key Specs

  • 35mm Film Rangefinder
  • Fully Mechanical Operation
  • 0.72x Bright Line Viewfinder
  • Selectable Image Field Frame Lines
  • Focal Plane Shutter: Up to 1/1000 Sec.
  • Flash Sync at 1/50 Sec.
  • Compatible with 16-135mm M-Mount Lenses
  • Rear ISO Reminder Dial
  • Chromed Brass Top and Bottom Covers

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The Leica M-A will be available in October for $4750. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Filed Under: Film, Leica Tagged With: Film, Leica, M-A, Photokina 2014, rangefinder

 

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