Leica MP .72 35mm Rangefinder Manual Focus Camera Body

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With the name MP, the new Leica rangefinder camera joins the line of reporter cameras that have been tailored specifically to the wishes of professional photographers. It is the purely mechanical alternative to the LEICA M7, whose electronically controlled shutter and aperture priority automatic exposure control offer more convenience and functions.

The camera concept of the LEICA MP is tailored to the craft of the photographer! Every component of the camera was analyzed and improved meticulously, and it embodies the essence of more than 50 years of experience in optics and mechanical design. The optimized rangefinder facilitates highly accurate focusing, even under difficult light conditions.

The MP is a 100% mechanical camera, the battery being necessary only to operate its internal light meter. All its operating elements are made of metal, so that it withstands heavy duty use under extreme conditions. Technical gadgetry is purposely limited to those features that truly contribute towards creating a better picture.

Extremely reliable performance
Viewfinder is always bright - even in low light
Large assortment of high performance lenses ranging from 21 to 135mm and speeds as fast as f/1
Quiet and vibration free
100% mechanical, all metal

(LMP72)

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

All-metal body with foldable rear panel.
Brass top plate and base plate, both chromium plated in silver or in black lacquer finish.
Tripod thread 1/4" in base plate.
Displays in the viewfinder (lower edge) LED symbol for battery status.
LED light balance with two triangular and one central circular LED for manual exposure setting.
Triangular LEDs show the required direction of rotation for compensation with aperture setting ring.
Fully Mechanical Camera
All Operating Elements Are Made of Metal

Leica MP .72 35mm Rangefinder Manual Focus Camera Body

Type 35mm interchangeable lens rangefinder camera

Lens Mount Leica M bayonet

Focus Modes Manual only

Exposure Modes Manual only

Exposure Metering TTL (Through-The-Lens) selective center-weighted

Metering Range EV -2 To EV 20 with f/1.0 lens At ISO 100

ISO Range 6 - 6400 (manually set)

Shutter Speed

1/1000 to 1 second
Bulb

PC Terminal Yes

Flash Mounting Hot shoe - X-sync up to 1/50th sec

Film Transport Manual (optional winder available)

Viewfinder .72x magnification. Bright-line frames for 28, 35, 50, 75, 90 and 135mm lenses automatically engaged with attachment of lens. Optional viewfinders for 21 and 24mm lenses mount in the flash shoe.

Viewfinder Info Over/under and correct exposure indication (LED Classic > 0 < manual metering, LED Battery status)

Diopter Correction Optional -3 to +3 available (attachable to existing eyepiece)

Self Timer No

Remote Control Possible with optional standard mechanical cable release

Multiple Exposure No

Power Source Two (2) SR44(76S) 1.55v Silver Battery or one (1) DL76 Lithium

Dimensions 5.4 x 3 x 1.5" (138 x 77 x 38mm) WxHxD

Weight 1.3 lb (600g), including batteries