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Leica M-P Correspondent by Lenny Kravitz for Kravitz Design
SKU: 799429107895 Mfg Code: 10789
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Leica Camera presents the LEICA M-P ‘CORRESPONDENT’ BY LENNY KRAVITZ FOR KRAVITZ DESIGN. This set was designed in collaboration with recording artist, Lenny Kravitz. Presented in a handmade classic case, the set comprises of a Leica M-P, Leica Summicron-M 35mm/f2 ASPH and Leica Summilux-M 50mm/f1.4 ASPH.
The collaboration with Lenny Kravitz was born out of the artist’s passion for photography. The first camera Kravitz used was his father’s Leicaflex which he received at age 21, as a gift from his father. The distinctive design of the LEICA M-P ‘CORRESPONDENT‘ BY LENNY KRAVITZ FOR KRAVITZ DESIGN is reminiscent of a beautifully aged Leicaflex. The finish of each camera and lens is individually handcrafted with the edges displaying a patina similar to equipment which has seen years of constant use.
The camera and case cladding, the outer side of the carrying strap and wrist loop are made of snake skin leather. The case is handcrafted in Germany with the metal parts of the case showing a patina similar to that of the camera and lenses.
Unique to this set, the Leica Summilux-M 50mm/f1.4 ASPH has the classic outer design of its predecessor from 1959 with its profiled distance setting ring and the optical design of the current model. The lens hood, front and rear caps and body cap are made of metal.
There are 125 sets available worldwide. The technical data of the camera and lenses are identical to the serial versions.
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Camera type: Compact digital view- and rangefinder system still and video camera Lens mount: Leica M bayonet with additional sensor for 6-bit coding Lens system: Leica M lenses, Leica R lenses with optional Leica R-Adapter M Top Cover: Milled brass top cover with integrated thumb rest Material: All-metal case made of die-cast magnesium; synthetic leather covering. Cap and base plate made of brass Image Sensor: LEICA MAX 24 MP CMOS Sensor Number of effective Pixels: 24 Million Pixels Sensitivity range: ISO 200 – ISO 6400, Pull 100 available, Auto ISO Imaging Platform: Integrated imaging circuit with Leica Maestro® Image processor Electronic Viewfinder: Optional available, can be used for Live View and Play functionality LCD Monitor: 3” TFT Display with 920.000 Pixels, scratch resistant display-cover made of sapphire glass Shutter: Dual type focal plane shutter for classic image exposure and Live view Shutter Speed: 1/4000s – 60s (in Bulb), 1/180s flash synchronization Burst rate: 3fps thanks to 2GB buffer size Self timer: 2s / 12s Storage Media:
SD / SDHC / SDXC Memory Cards Image File Format: DNG™ (RAW data uncompressed or lossless compressed), JPEG File Size: DNG approx. 20 Mbyte – approx. 30 Mbyte (compressed)/ 48.2 MByte (uncompressed), JPEG: Resolution and image content dependent Available JPG Resolutions: 5952px*3976px (24 MP), 4256px*2832px (12 MP)/ 2976px*1984px (6MP) / 1600px*1080px (1,7MP) Color Spaces: sRGB / Adobe®RGB White Balance: Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shadow / Tungsten / Fluorescent warm /Fluorescent cool / Flash / Manual (Greycard) / Kelvin 2000-13100 Other functions:
Film Modes, Saturation, Contrast, Sharpening
Movie Recording: Single frame video compression (Motion JPG), Quicktime format (mov) Movie resolution: 1080p, 720p, 640*480 (VGA) Movie sampling rate: 25 fps, 24 fps, 30 fps (VGA only) Microphone: Mono, stereo microphone adapter optional available Audio recording: Auto level adjustment, manual level adjustment (available while recording), concert preset Exposure Metering: In classic viewfinder mode: Through the Lens (TTL) metering, center weighted with variable aperture. In Live View and advanced viewfinder mode: Through the Lens (TTL) metering, center weighted, spot or multifield measuring. Center-weighted TTL metering for flash exposure with system conformant SCA-3000/2 standard flash units. Exposure setting: Manual shutter speed setting with direct dial, A-Mode with direct dial Exposure Modes: Automatic shutter speed (A-Mode), Manual Exposure (M-Mode) Compensation: -3 EV to +3 EV, 1/3 f-stops Exposure Bracketing: 3/5 frames, 0.5 / 1 / 2 / 3 f-stops Flash exposure metering: Control with center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering (with SCA-3501/3502 adapter, or SCA-3000 standard flash unit such as Leica SF24D/Leica SF 58). Hot shoe: SCA-3502 compatible hot shoe, with center contact Flash Synchronization: Optional triggered at first or second shutter curtain Flash Synch time: 1/180s Focusing Methods: Manual focus with optical rangefinder, Live View, 100% Live View Zoom, Live View focus peaking Optical Viewfinder: Large, light bright-line rangefinder with automatic parallax compensation, LED illuminated frame lines. Optical Viewfinder frame lines: Framelines size matches image sensor size at 2m focusing distance Optical Viewfinder correction: Eyepiece adjusted to -0,5 dpt. Corrective lenses from -3 to +3 dpt. available (optional) Magnification: 0.68x Optical Viewfinder Displays: In the viewfinder LED symbol for flash status (at bottom). Four-digit seven-segment LED digital display, brightness adapted to ambient conditions, for: Warning in case of exposure correction; display of automatic shutter speed in automatic mode; advisory indicating use of metering memory lock LED exposure monitor with two triangular and one central circular LED with manual exposure setting Rangefinder: Split or superimposed image range finder shown as a bright field in the center of the viewfinder image Rangefinder effective metering Basis: 47.1 mm (mechanical metering basis 69.25 mm x viewfinder magnification 0.68 times) Start up time: <1s Power Supply: Li-ion battery (included), 7.4V, 1800 mAh Horizon: Yes User Profiles: 4 Profiles, exportable Sensor cleaning: Dust detection, manual cleaning function Tripod Thread: A 1/4 (1/4") DIN made of stainless steel in base plate Dimensions: approx. 139 x 42 x 80 mm (5.5 x 1.7 x 3.1 in.) Weight: 680 g (23.9 oz) Operating Temperature: 0°C – 40°C Menu languages English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese Accessories Included Battery, Charger with power cables for EU and USA (different in some export markets), 12V charging cable, Carrying strap, Accessory port cover, Body cap Software licenses Adobe® Lightroom® New optional accessories: Electronic Viewfinder (EVF-2), Multifunctional Handgrip M, Handgrip M, SCA Adapter Set for Multi-functional Handgrip M, Power Adapter for Multi-functional Handgrip M, Finger loop for Multi-functional Handgrip M, Size S / M / L, Leica Microphone Adapter Set, Leica M-Adapter R, Ever-Ready Case M, Li-ion Battery BP-SCL2, Battery charger BC-SCL2 -
This super fast wide-angle lens has been a benchmark product since its launch. It is highly compact, and from maximum aperture on down it delivers outstanding picture quality. Its ultra-fine detail rendition yields pictures of extraordinary plasticity. Even under critical lighting situations, such as when shooting into the light, disturbing reflections and diffusion are largely eliminated. With its 75° wide angle, it captures a wide enough frame for lively reportage situations. The high aperture of f/2.0 enables creative selective focus to be employed even for wide-angle shots. And this lens is particularly recommended when shooting in difficult lighting conditions, such as at dusk or in dimly lit rooms with no flash.
Angle of view (diagonal, horizontal, vertical) 75°, 65°, 46° Optical design Number of lenses/groups 9 / 6 Focal length 28.5 mm Position of entrance pupil 12.8 mm (related to the first lens surface in light direction) Focusing range 0.7 m to infinity Distance setting Scales Combined meter/feet graduation Smallest object field 528 x 793 mm Largest reproduction ratio 1:22 Aperture Setting/Function With click-stops, half values available, manual diaphragm Lowest value 16 Bayonet Leica M quick-change bayonet with 6 bit lens identification bar code for digital M models Filter mount Internal thread for screw-on filters size E46 Lens hood separate, clip-on type, lockable Dimension and weight: Length 40.8 Largest diameter approx. 53 mm Weight approx. 270 g -
A combination of the know-how of Leica's engineers and the latest developments in manufacturing technology has resulted in this outstanding standard lens. It delivers high-contrast images, with high-resolution detail, even at its widest aperture, and down to its minimum focusing distance. This is made possible by a number of factors including the use of a floating element, special glass types with unique refraction properties, and elements with aspherical surfaces. The properties of this lens not only make it ideal for any photo situation demanding a handy all-rounder with the natural image angle of the 50 mm standard focal length, but also for available light situations, selective-focus shots, and even fine art photography - usually the preserve of much larger formats. Its wide-ranging versatility also makes it a top choice in assembling a Leica M lens outfit.
Angle of view (diagonal, horizontal, vertical) for 35 mm (24 x 36 mm) 47°, 40°, 27° for M8 digital (18 x 27 mm) 36°, 30°, 20°
corresponds to a focal length of approx. 67 mm with 35 mm-format
Optical design Number of lenses/groups 8 / 5 Focal length 51.6 mm Position of entrance pupil 25.7 mm (related to the first lens surface in light direction) Focusing range 0.7 m to infinity Distance setting Scales Combined meter/feet graduation Smallest object field 271 x 407 mm Largest reproduction ratio 1:11.3 Aperture Setting/Function With click-stops, half values available, manual diaphragm Lowest value 16 Bayonet Leica M quick-change bayonet with 6 bit lens identification bar code for digital M models Filter mount Non-rotating, internal thread for screw-on filters size E 46 Lens hood Built-in, telescopic, lockable Dimension and weight: Length 52.5 mm Largest diameter approx. 53.5 mm Weight approx. 335 g
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