Experience the essence of photography with a purely mechanical rangefinder camera designed for professionals. Enjoy precise focusing, even in low light, with a bright viewfinder. The camera's all-metal construction ensures durability, while limiting features to essentials enhances image quality. A wide range of high-performance lenses and quiet, vibration-free operation further elevate your photographic experience. A reliable choice for those who value craftsmanship and tradition in photography.
Features
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
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: A 100% Mechanical Camera
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
Specifications
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
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
In Stock
In our warehouse
Available for home delivery
Out of stock