Except for 1000 gold-plated models commemorating Oskar Barnack's birth centenary, the other approximately 16,000 made were finished in black chrome.
The classic series of Leica M (bayonet) cameras have a long history as one of the most popular camera systems in history. Many famous photos in the last century were taken with Leica rangefinder model cameras.
Model M4 is one of the most desired. It features a more modern look but retains the popular functions of the earlier models. Manufactured 1967 to 1975
Body type – Rangefinder
Body material – Metal available in black or silver
Compatible Lenses in bayonet mount – all M mount, plus screw mount with adapter
Shutter Speeds – 1 s to 1/1000, B
Viewfinder – Optical with bright lines to indicate the area for the particular lens installed. Indicates 35, 50, 90 and 135
Viewfinder frames preview – Yes
Flash Sync – 1/60 s
Film Advance – New faster winding
Meter – None, can be added to flash shoe
The classic series of Leica M (bayonet) cameras have a long history as one of the most popular camera systems in history. Many famous photos in the last century were taken with Leica rangefinder model cameras.
Model M4 is one of the most desired. It features a more modern look but retains the popular functions of the earlier models. Manufactured 1967 to 1975
Body type – Rangefinder
Body material – Metal available in black or silver
Compatible Lenses in bayonet mount – all M mount, plus screw mount with adapter
Shutter Speeds – 1 s to 1/1000, B
Viewfinder – Optical with bright lines to indicate the area for the particular lens installed. Indicates 35, 50, 90 and 135
Viewfinder frames preview – Yes
Flash Sync – 1/60 s
Film Advance – New faster winding
Meter – None, can be added to flash shoe
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