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  1. Q & A #:1 Leica hype, the future of film, overrated cameras and giveaway - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    Q & A #:1 Leica hype, the future of film, overrated cameras and giveaway - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    In this exclusive Q&A video, Jo shares his expert insights on the allure of vintage camera lenses, discusses the timeless debate on the advantages and disadvantages of film cameras, and reveals his thoughts on some of the most iconic cameras ever made.  Read more ........

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  2. Leitz Leica M3 Black Paint Cameras and Lenses - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    Leitz Leica M3 Black Paint Cameras and Lenses - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    In this video I am going to present you three black paint Leica M3 cameras and three lenses:

    - Leitz Summilux 35mm f/1.4 „Steel Rim“ in black paint finish
    - Leitz Summilux 35mm f/1.4 „Steel Rim“ in chrome finish
    - Leitz Summicron 50mm f/2

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  3. 'One roll of film with the Leica Minilux' - Alexander Mailänder-Reautschnig

    'One roll of film with the Leica Minilux' - Alexander Mailänder-Reautschnig

    The Leica Minilux is a compact film camera that truly embodies the essence of classic photography. With its outstanding Summitar lens, robust build quality, and impressive image quality, it's hard not to appreciate this gem.

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  4. Wetzlar Camera Auctions - Leitz Telecron 1200 mm f/6.3 Prototype - October 07th 2023

    Wetzlar Camera Auctions - Leitz Telecron 1200 mm f/6.3 Prototype - October 07th 2023

    Leitz Telecron 1200 mm f/6.3 Prototype, 1971

    This super telephoto lens was projected for the Leicaflex System, but never went into commercial production – the lens is one of three existing prototypes – offered for sale in our upcoming auction on October 07th 2023 in Wetzlar!

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  5. Wetzlar Camera Auctions - Leica M4 Black Paint - October 07th 2023

    Wetzlar Camera Auctions - Leica M4 Black Paint - October 07th 2023

    Leica M4 black paint, 1967 – unusual specimen of a very early black paint camera, produced before the first official batch of black paint M4 – with Leicavit coupling and equipped with matching Leicavit MP in black lacquered finish and transitional early 6-element Summicron 50 mm f/2, still with coarse focusing knurl – offered for sale in our upcoming auction on October 07th 2023 in Wetzlar!

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  6. Leitz Leica M2 Black Paint Cameras and Lenses - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    Leitz Leica M2 Black Paint Cameras and Lenses - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare In this video I am going to present you three black paint Leica M2 cameras and three lenses: Leitz Summicron 35mm f/2 8-element Leitz Summicron 50mm f/2 Leitz Summilux 50mm f/1.4. Read more...
  7. Leica M Summilux 1.4/50mm - Pre ASPH. vs. ASPH. V1 vs. The NEW ASPH. V2 - Lens Comparison - Christian Doffing

    Leica M Summilux 1.4/50mm - Pre ASPH. vs. ASPH. V1 vs. The NEW ASPH. V2 - Lens Comparison - Christian Doffing

    The last two Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 (Pre ASPH. & ASPH.) compared with the NEW 50mm f/1.4 Aspherical Summilux with extended close focusing distance. If I had to choose between the two ASPH versions today, I would definitely go for the new Summilux.

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  8. Leitz Leicaflex 35mm SLR Cameras - Standard black paint - SL & SL2 - Video - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    Leitz Leicaflex 35mm SLR Cameras - Standard black paint - SL & SL2 - Video - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    Introduced in 1964, the Leicaflex was Leica's first 35mm SLR camera with a total production of around 37500 cameras of which only 1000 examples were made in black paint finish of the first version from serial number 1084001 - 1085000 (MK I) and 1000 examples of the second version from serial number 1168001 - 1169000 (MK II). The Leicaflex SL was produced from 1968 to 1974 from serial number 1173001 and ended at serial number 1375000 with a total production of around 71000 pieces.

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  9. Leitz Summilux 35mm f/1.4 Steel Rim - The Original Version for the Leica M2 - Video - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    Leitz Summilux 35mm f/1.4 Steel Rim - The Original Version for the Leica M2  - Video - Jo Geier - Mint & Rare

    The very first version of the famous „Steel Rim“ Summilux calculated by Dr. Walter Mandler (V1).

    Introduced in 1960 and produced until 1966 in chrome and black finish. A total of around 7.500 35mm Summilux V1 lenses have been produced. The first serial number is 1730001 and the last serial number was 2167700 (though earlier serial numbers of V2 are known to exist, mostly likely because of lens repairs).

     

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  10. The M files - Jörg-Peter Rau

    The M files - Jörg-Peter Rau

    Serious rangefinder photography - but affordable. Is that possible? If you look at the price development at Leica, doubts may arise. But there is, beyond the expensive Leica M system, much more to M Mount. A rather unique series explores this world: The M Files.

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