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Leica R9 Body only 35mm Film Camera

Consumer Rating: Leica R9 Body only 35mm Film Camera Reviews and Ratings - Rating 5/5 See 1 review  |  Write a review at Epinions.com
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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... More
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. It becomes activated as soon as the camera is switched on and the shutter release is touched. You then have a clear overview of all the current settings. Among other data, it shows the number of exposed pictures, film speed, exposure correc... Minimize

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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. It becomes activated as soon as the camera is switched on and the shutter release is touched. You then have a clear overview of all the current settings. Among other data, it shows the number of exposed pictures, film speed, exposure correc...
 

Key Product Details

Lens Mount Leica R
Camera Type SLR (Single Lens Reflex)
Film Type  What is "Film Type"?
35mm
Battery Type Lithium Battery
 

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Average Rating: 5/5 stars 1 review | Write a review at Epinions.com
 

Epinions The Last of the LEICA Manual SLRs?

by  colonialpara, top reviewer in Electronics ,  Jul 1, 2005
Pros: Intuitive, well built. An engineering masterpiece.
Cons: No autofocus. Cost to buy. Expense of lenses.
The Bottom Line: When you care enough to use the very best (and MOST EXPENSIVE) choose LEICA!!!!
Review: The Leica R9 manual focus 35 mm SLR from the venerable German optics and camera company may be just that, the last in a long line of wonderful film cameras. Why do I say this? For more than one reason, really and they are: 1) the increasing ...
Author's Rating: 5/5 stars
Ease of Use: 4/5 stars
Durability: 4/5 stars
Photo Quality: 5/5 stars
Battery Life: 5/5 stars
 

Epinions It is pretty much understood...

by  uncle_steve_dt3000,  Feb 6, 2003
Review: It is pretty much understood by the photographic community that Leica is holding back in marketing a...
Author's Rating: 4/5 stars
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