Leica R9 35mm Manual Focus SLR Anthracite Camera Body

Leica R9 35mm Manual Focus SLR Anthracite Camera Body

The LEICA R9 has been designed in such a way that it makes good sense for a photographer: it is not overloaded with technical features but carries everything which a photographer needs to control his/ her results. The basis philosophy is typical for Leica: you can operate the camera instinctively without moving your eyes from the viewfinder, where you have all important information permanently at sight.

Thanks to its R bayonet, the LEICA R9 is compatible with virtually all R lenses made since 1965. Nearly all current Leica R lenses are equipped with ROM contacts, which establish specific communication between camera and lens, leading to perfect exposures.

The illuminated display on the back cover, in addition to the viewfinder, is an information center on the LEICA R9. You then have a clear overview of all the current settings. It shows the number of exposed pictures, film speed, exposure correction settings and battery condition. You can also correct the exposure in the multi-pattern metering mode. An LCD exposure counter on the top of the camera is permanently visible as long as the camera is switched on.

Accurate exposure metering and control are prerequisites for successful photographs. The LEICA R9 features selective, integral and sophisticated multi-pattern exposure metering whose level can be changed by tenths of a step. The result is optimal harmonization with the various types of films. Metered value storage can be used with selective- and integral metering. The selected shutter speed and aperture combination is automatically stored when the shutter release button is pressed to the second pressure point. The various exposure modes enhance flexibility, quickness and not least, your creative freedom.

With the high-eyepoint viewfinder you no longer need to press your eye against the eyecup in order to see the image clearly all the way into its corners. Important parameters are displayed optimally in the viewfinder : Shutter speed, aperture, operating mode, exposure metering mode and the exposure counter. An important feature for time exposures : An integrated shutter prevents light from reaching the film through the eyepiece. Eyeglass wearers will be especially pleased with the diopter compensation range from -2 to +2 in half steps, enabling the photographer to focus and expose with or without using the eyeglasses.

The LEICA R9 provides you with three exposure options for flash photography. In addition to the fully automatic P mode and the selective flash mode F, it also features High Speed Synchronization. In combination with a HSS flash unit, it allows flash exposures with shutter speeds as high as 1/8000 s ! This enables you to make pleasing portraits even in daylight and at full aperture, without harsh contrasts.

Features

	Unsurpassed mechanical precision and ruggedness
	Unique ergonomic design and maximum operating convenience
	30 high-quality Leica-R-Lenses with focal lengths ranging from 16mm to 800mm
	Comprehensive Leica-R accessory range for every facet of SLR photography
	Compatibility of lenses for over than 30 years

Specifications

Camera Type	35mm SLR (Single-Lens Reflex)
Lens Mount	Leica R bayonet with added electrical contacts ; all Leica R lenses as well as earlier LEICAFLEX SL/SL2 lenses that have subsequently been fitted with the R control cam can be used.
Focus Type	Manual
Focus Modes	Manual
Focus Screen	5 models are available : Universal Screen (ground glass screen with microprism ring and wedge ; supplied with the camera) ; Uniform Ground Glass Screen ; Uniform Ground Glass Screen with Grid Divisions ; Microprism Screen ; Clear Glass Screen with Cross-Hairs.
Exposure Modes	Variable program, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Manual, TTL Flash & "F" Mode(for non-dedicated flash & studio lighting)
Exposure Metering	Selective Metering Multi-pattern metering: 6 fields Center-weighted integral metering Center-weighted integral TTL metering Selective TTL test flash exposure metering
Metering Range	EV -2 to 20 (with f/1.4 lens @ ISO 100)
ISO Range	25-500 (DX) 6-12800 in Manual setting
Exposure Bracketing	3 Frames in 1/2 or whole steps with optional motor drive
Exposure Compensation	±3 1/3 EV in 1/3 EV steps on SCA-3002 standard flash units or on the SCA-3501/3502M3 Adapter with TTL- and computer control in the m, A and T operating modes. Fixed -1 1/3 EV setting in the variable program automatic exposure control mode in normal light conditions ; additional manual corrections (±3 1/3 EV) are possible. On the LEICA SF 20 Flash Unit, ±3 EV corrections in 1/3 EV steps can be set in the TTL control mode, or 1 EV steps in the computer-controlled mode.
Shutter Speed	Manual settings : 16 s to 1/8000 s in half steps, B for time exposures of any duration, X = 1/250 s for flash synchronization. Automatic setting : stepless from 32 s to 1/8000 s with all operating modes.
Multiple Exposure	Yes
Self Timer	Two delay times : 2s or 12s
Built-in Flash	No
PC Terminal	Yes
Film Advance Modes	Manual Film Advance: by means of the rapid film advance lever or motorized film advance with the LEICA MOTOR-WINDER R8/R9 (2 frames per second) or the LEICA MOTOR-DRIVE R8/R9 (can be set for 4 1/2 or 2 frames per second, or single frame advance).
Viewfinder	Built-in, fixed pentaprism. Eyepiece : High-eyepoint viewfinder. Field: 23 x 25 mm, corresponds to 93 % of the image area (96 % vertical x 97 % horizontal), in conformance with the standardized 35 mm slide format. Magnification: 0.75 x with a 50 mm lens set at infinity and at 0 diopter correction.
Depth Of Field Preview	Yes
Diopter Correction	approx. ±2 diopters can be set Additional correction lenses of -3 to +3 diopters are available.
Remote Control	Integrated standard thread for cable releases.
Mirror Lock-Up	Yes
Power Source	Two 3 V lithium cells, type CR2
Dimensions	158 x 101 x 62 mm (6 1/4 x 4 x 2 7/16 in)
Weight	790 g (less than 28 oz)