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A perfect synthesis

The LEICA S2’s excellence is based not only on its high-resolution image sensor but also the unique S format and full range of features, such as autofocus, high-speed MAESTRO image processor, highly durable design and optimal size and ease-of-use for the professional photographer. The S2 achieves a perfect synthesis, combining the highest image quality in a camera with incomparable ease-of-use. It breaks new ground in every way, ensuring that photographers will enjoy perfect results from a camera that is truly easy to handle. The Leica S-system is the only professional camera system to make a clean break from legacy categories such as the “35mm” or “medium format” and was developed solely for the digital domain. This means the S2 has established its own format focused primarily on ease-of-use and optimal image quality - the Leica S format. This format pioneers the optimal quality of all components and embodies easy handling, giving photographers the creative scope they require. The decisive advantage of the LEICA S2 is the sum of its features: flexibility, durability and easy operation combined with industry-leading resolution and image quality. The S2 outperforms other camera systems in the medium-format category, setting a completely new standard for quality.

A unique image sensor design for unparalleled quality

The S2’s image sensor was developed especially for the S system by Kodak. With a resolution of 37.5 megapixels, the 30 x 45mm CCD sensor features an aspect ratio of 3:2 and an area nearly 60% larger than that of a traditional 35mm camera, resulting in stunning image quality. In the interest of preserving image sharpness, the camera disregards the standard low-pass filter. Instead, Moiré effects are detected and eliminated by the camera's internal signal processing, thus taking full advantage of the system's high-resolution lenses. A special micro-lens pattern allows complete capture of angled light rays on the image periphery for optimal use of available light. With a sensitivity of up to ISO 1250, low-noise images can be captured under limited lighting conditions.

Compact design and familiar feel

The LEICA S2 has the look and feel of traditional 35mm SLR cameras, preserving the handling qualities that have long been appreciated by professional photographers. The integration of electronic components and the very latest design methods have made the S2 remarkably smaller than other medium-format cameras. The number of controls was kept to a bare minimum without limiting the camera’s many features and options. Operation of the S2 becomes intuitive after minimal operation of the camera. The result is a finely balanced camera with a pleasant weight that allows photographers to work fluidly and spontaneously.

The size and weight are far lower than comparable medium-format systems in a camera that features a high-resolution CCD as well as high-speed operation. The LEICA S2 is not only the right choice for the studio, but also for working on location and capturing images without the use of a tripod.

Faster results with a high-speed system

The S2’s high-speed MAESTRO image processor chip and supplemental camera control processor deliver exceptional processing power. Fast signal processing by the MAESTRO chip allows up to 1.5 images per second at maximum resolution. The powerful MAESTRO dual processor allows high-quality JPEG files to be created in the camera, the only medium-format to have this feature. The LEICA S2 has slots for both Compact Flash and SD, with an option for saving RAW format Adobe DNG data onto Compact Flash and JPEG to the SD card, simultaneously. This allows for easy image viewing on the camera while streamlining post-processing. Using Adobe DNG for raw imaging data gives photographers the ultimate flexibility because this open-source data format is supported by almost all major graphic-editing and workflow solutions. Leica supplies the universal Adobe Lightroom workflow solution as part of the camera’s equipment. Leica’s proprietary Image Shuttle software allows all of the S2 features to be controlled remotely from a computer, and image files are written directly onto the hard drive for immediate processing. An HDMI interface allows images to be presented and checked directly on monitors, television sets, and projectors.

Reference-class lenses

The highest priority during development of the Leica S lenses was image quality. Their sophisticated design features special grades of glass and aspherical surfaces rarely found in optics of this size. In addition, lenses manufactured to extremely narrow tolerances, with each lens centered by hand, guarantees superior quality and optical performance. The maximum performance of each lens is available even at full aperture setting, or when shooting from a distance or capturing close-up images. Vignetting, distortion and chromatic aberrations have been reduced to the point of imperceptibility, eliminating the need for quality-degrading image corrections and simplifying digital post-processing considerably. The newly developed S-bayonet mount ensures rapid and precise digital exchange of data and commands between the camera and lens.

Four S series lenses will be launched for the key focal lengths by the end of 2009, including the classic LEICA SUMMARIT-S 70mm F/2.5 ASPH and the LEICA APO-TELE-ELMAR-S F/180mm telephoto lens. The LEICA APO-MACRO-SUMMARIT-S 120mm F/2.5, the solution for close-ups and portraits, and the wide-angle LEICA SUMMARIT-S 35mm F/2.5 ASPH are set to follow in late 2009. By multiplying the listed focal distances by 0.8, the user is given a comparison to corresponding 35mm-format lenses. A selection of the S lenses will also be available in a CS variant with an integrated focal-plane shutter. Leica is planning to prioritize the expansion of its range of S lenses in the near future.

Dual shutter system

The LEICA S2 allows photographers to choose the shutter system which best matches the task at hand. The S2 is equipped with a metal focal-plane shutter with the fastest shutter speed of 1/4000 of a second and a flash synch time of 1/125 of a second. Lenses of key focal lengths will be available in the future with integrated leaf shutters designed by Leica engineers that photographers can activate via the camera’s main switch. The integrated leaf shutter allows flash units to be used at the fastest shutter speed of 1/500 second, giving photographers more options for suppressing unwanted ambient light. Several patents are pending for the Leica leaf shutter, which features an electronically-controlled drive guaranteeing reliable, fast exposure times and low energy consumption.

Precise, high-speed autofocus

The autofocus developed by Leica for the S2 is based on a centrally positioned cross-hair sensor for high precision focusing. Each S lens has its own Leica-designed microprocessor for precise autofocus and iris diaphragm control. The integrated focusing drive is a proprietary Leica design that features silent gearing. All S lenses have a generous focus ring with just the right amount of drag, letting the photographer override the autofocus at any time.

Rugged, durable design

The camera’s body is made of robust die-cast magnesium with a leather-grain finish for maximum grip. The S2 and all S lenses are extensively weatherproofed and can withstand exposure to rain and dust, and the USB and remote control ports feature rugged bayonet locks with strain relief. The S2 can also be supplied with a highly scratch-resistant LEICA S2-P sapphire glass display cover for the most extreme and demanding conditions.

technical data

LEICA MP

The LEICA MP

Made by hand, created for the photographer’s craft.
Tailored to the decisive photographic parameters. In compact form, with clean design, clearly laid out.
Unobtrusive, quiet, reliable.
Concentrated technology for concentrated photography, without distraction by automation.
For pictures that only a photographer can see, compose and record. Modern, because it captures the present. Current, because all its features have been optimized.
Traditional, because it builds on the accumulated experiences of the pioneer in 35 mm camera construction. Not a photographic whim, but a camera for life.

Bessa-L | $359.99 CDN

.Type: 35mm camera with focal plance shutter and TTL metering system
Film Format: 35mm film, 24x36mm
Lens Mount: L-Mount
Shutter: Vertically moving metal focal plane shutter B, 1-1/2000 sec.
Self-Timer: Mechanical self-timer with 10 sec operation time
Exposure display: - Red Mark LED:..Over exposure warning - Green Mark LED:..Good exposure indication - Red Mark LED:..Under exposure warning
Exposure Metering System: Center-weighted average metering By pressing Shutter Release Button
Exposure Coupling Range: EV4-19(ISO 100, F4, 1 sec.-F16, 1/2000 sec)
Flash Terminal: "X" synchro contact Synchronized at 1/125 sec or lower speed
Film Advance: By single-lever action with 135 throw and 30 stand-off
Film Rewind: By film rewind button and film rewind crank
Frame Counter: Additive type with autoreset by opening the back cover
Film Speed: Range ISO25-1600 by 1/3 steps
Power Source: Two 1.5V Alkaline batteries(LR44) or Silver batteries(SR44)
Dimentions: 135.5(W) x 78.5(H)x 33.5(D)mm
Weight: 320g

Bessa-R | $599.99 CDN

Type: 35mm camera with focal plance shutter and TTL metering system
Film Format: 35mm film, 24x36mm
Lens Mount: L-Mount
Shutter: Vertically moving metal focal plane shutter B, 1-1/2000 sec.
Self-Timer: Mechanical self-timer with 10 sec operation time
Focusing: Coincidence type
Exposure display: - Red Mark LED:..Over exposure warning - Green Mark LED:..Good exposure indication - Red Mark LED:..Under exposure warning
Exposure Metering System: Center-weighted average metering By pressing Shutter Release Button
Exposure Coupling Range: EV4-19(ISO 100, F4, 1 sec.-F16, 1/2000 sec)
Flash Terminal: "X" synchro contact Synchronized at 1/125 sec or lower speed

Film Advance: By single-lever action with 135 throw and 30 stand-off
Film Rewind: By film rewind button and film rewind crank
Frame Counter: Additive type with autoreset by opening the back cover
Film Speed Range: ISO25-1600 by 1/3 steps
Power Source: Two 1.5V Alkaline batteries(LR44) or Silver batteries(SR44)
Dimentions: 135.5(W) x 78.5(H)x 33.5(D)mm
Weight: 395g

Bessa-T | $469.99 CDN

Type 35mm camera with focal plance shutter and TTL metering system
Film Format: 35mm film, 24x36mm
Lens Mount: M-Mount
Shutter: Vertically moving metal focal plane shutter B, 1-1/2000 sec.
Focusing: Coincidence type
Exposure display: -Red Mark LED:..Over exposure warning -Green Mark LED:..Good exposure indication -Red Mark LED:..Under exposure warning
Exposure Metering System: Center-weighted average metering, By pressing Shutter Release Button
Exposure Coupling Range: EV1-19(ISO 100, F4, 1 sec.-F16, 1/2000 sec)
Flash Terminal: "X" synchro contact
Synchronized at 1/125 sec or lower speed
Film Advance By single and/or multiple 'inching' lever action. Double exposure lock system. Trigger winder available as optional extra.
Film Rewind By film rewind button and film rewind crank
Frame Counter Additive type with autoreset by opening the back cover
Film Speed Range ISO25-1600 by 1/3 steps
Power Source Two 1.5V Alkaline batteries(LR44) or Silver batteries(SR44)
Dimentions 135.5(W) x 78.5(H)x 33.5(D)mm
Weight 385g

Bessa-R2 | $879.99 CDN

Type: 35mm camera with focal plance shutter and TTL metering system
Film: Format 35mm film, 24x36mm
Lens Mount: M-Mount
Shutter: Vertically moving metal focal plane shutter B, 1-1/2000 sec.
Focusing: Coincidence type
Exposure: display: - Red Mark LED:..Over exposure warning - Green Mark LED:..Good exposure indication - Red Mark LED:..Under exposure warning
Exposure Metering System: Center-weighted average meterin By pressing Shutter Release Button
Exposure Coupling Range: EV1-19(ISO 100, F4, 1 sec.-F16, 1/2000 sec)
Flash Terminal: "X" synchro contact Synchronized at 1/125 sec or lower speed
Film Advance: By single and/or multiple 'inching' lever action. Double exposure lock system. Trigger winder available as optional extra.
Film Rewind: By film rewind button and film rewind crank
Frame Counter: Additive type with autoreset by opening the back cover
Film Speed: Range ISO25-1600 by 1/3 steps
Power Source: Two 1.5V Alkaline batteries(LR44) or Silver batteries(SR44)
Dimentions: 135.5(W) x 81.0(H)x 33.5(D)mm
Weight: 425g

Bessa-R | Coming spring 2003

The Romance of Basic
Zero 2000, the new handmade pinhole camera, in its antique design, is an objet d'art ideal for private collection as well as a perfect gift to celebrate the new millennium. Zero 2000 helps you take pictures in special effects and brings you the romance of photography in the boundless creative and artistic world.

Its compact and full functioned: tripod adaptor, film advance knob, quick exposure time calculate dial, simple shutter, film counter window and film take-up spool. What you need is just a 120 roll film.

Its Rigid:made of Teak wood from Thailand and solid brass.

Now you can order the Zero 2000 with Zone Plate instead of pinhole. The zone plate is 9 zones and with focal length of 25mm. The "aperture" is f-47.6. The price is as the Zero 2000 pinhole camera.
Zero 2000 is a super-wide angle camera with a focal length of 25mm and it accept 120 roll film. The camera was original designed by our camera designer with high-end CAD system.

For the materials, we choose high quality teak wood from Thailand and solid brass.

The wooden parts are first kiln dried and then machine milled into correct size. Matt black paints is applied at the inner part of the camera to prevent light leak.

All metal parts are hand turned .A coating is applied to all the brass parts to prevent it from oxidizing. The mechanism and the structure of the camera make it work like an ordinary camera
Features

Compact size make pinhole photography more handy.5 1/4" (w) x 3 1/4" (H) x 1 3/4" (D) and weight only 1lb
Make of hard wood from Thailand and solid brass
Single direction mechanism of the film winding button prevent the film from curling bac
This camera work best with a mini tripod. Its 1/4 thread tripod socket allow you to adapt nearly all kind of tripod in the market available
Inside the camera is painted in matt black to prevent reflection of ligh
A film counter window which can show you how many frame have left
Dial for Exposure calculation help you to calculate the exposure time more quickly without accompany with a tabl
Well design of the camera let you load and un-load your film wherever you want. No dark room or changing bag is needed
We use 0.001" brass shim to make the "lens" results in a more actual film stop number and sharp image

Specifications

Material Hard wood and solid brass
Size 5 1/4" (w) x 3 1/4" (H) x 1 3/4" (D) , including knob
Weight 250 gm
Film Format 120 roll film in 6 x 6 format 120 roll film in 6 x 6 format
Focal Length 1" (25mm)
Angle of View 130 deg. diagonally 130 deg. diagonally
Aperture of pinhole f/138
Aperture of zone plate f/47.6
Image Circle 3.44" (87.5mm)
Tripod Socket 1/4" thread

Specifications and design are subject to change without notice

*Its a good device for learning aim and is easy to operate: to exposure the film, simply slide the shutter.

You can load and un-load your film wherever you want, no changing bag or dark room is needed.

The Art of Camera Making
Zero 6 x 9 Multi Format Camera

This brand new 40mm multi-format camera is developed and designed by our camera designer for more than one years. It combines the art of camera making, box making, and machinery.

Limited Edition

This camera is limited to 2000 pieces.

Each camera is handmade and comes with an instruction manual, beautiful certificate and edition number etched in brass plate.

Its compact and full functioned

Size of this camera is 172mm (W) x 90mm (H) x 56mm(D).

Handy and useful structure including tripod adaptor turned by solid brass, same as that of the Zero 2000 camera, simple shutter with low-pressure spring to prevent it from open suddenly when carrying. The operation is smooth enough to avoid any vibration when open and close the shutter

Film advance knob with diamond knurl.

Quick exposure time calculate dial can help you to calculate the actual exposure time quickly. The film counter window allow you to know how many exposure is left, the window comes with a cover which work best for infra-red photo and also reduce the possibility of light leak.

Take-up spool is provided. What you need is just a fresh 120 roll film.

Multi-format Design

This 4 in one camera allow you to set the film format of camera to

6 x 4.5 (portrait), 6 x 6, 6 x 7 (landscape), 6 x 9 (landscape) before the film is loaded. You don't need to buy 4 cameras!!!

It takes 16 frames when set to 6 x 4.5,

12 frames when set to 6 x 6,

8 frames when set to 6 x 7 and 6 x 9.

Precious Designed Structure

Made of Teak wood from Thailand and solid brass!!!

Special designed structure reinforce the joint and bond of the camera and allow the camera to shrink and swell without affecting the performance of the camera when weather change.

All area of film chamber is painted matt black (including the lens which is stained to black color) to minimize the internal reflection and "lens flare".

You can load and un-load your film wherever you want, no changing bag or dark room is needed.

Upgradable Design

With our new line of accessories, it is now possible to up-grade your Zero 6 x 9 camera to a shutter mechanism that can accept cable release. With the optional cable release adaptor, you can trigger the shutter manually or with a cable release.

All parts of the adaptor is machine mill and lathe turned. Price for this additional shutter mechanism

A must for speed pinhole photography!!!

With our new bull's eye bubble level spirit, you can have more control when framing your pictures. It is made of solid brass and wood.

You can fix this level spirit to your camera with the screws we provide or you can use it by just put it on top of your camera if you have more than one camera.

Zero 6 x 9 multi-format camera is a normal/wide angle camera with a focal length of 40mm and it accept 120 roll film. The camera was original designed and developed by our camera designer Zernike Au for more than one years. We use high-end CAD-CAM system for the design and development process.

For the materials, we choose high quality teak wood from Thailand and solid brass.

The wooden parts are first kiln dried and then machine milled into correct size. Matt black paints is applied at the inner part of the camera to prevent light leak. The brass shim is stained black to avoid international reflection and lens flare.

All metal parts are hand turned .A coating is applied to all the brass parts to prevent it from oxidizing. The mechanism and the structure of the camera make it work like an ordinary camera

Features

Compact size make pinhole photography more handy.6 3/4" (w) x 3 3/4" (H) x 2 1/4" (D) and weight only 328.
Make of hard wood from Thailand and solid brass.
Single direction mechanism of the film winding button prevent the film from curling back.
This camera work best with a mini tripod. Its 1/4 thread tripod socket allow you to adapt nearly all kind of tripod in the market available.
Inside the camera is painted in matt black to prevent reflection of light.
Brass shim is stained black to prevent international reflection and reduce lens flare.
Camera can be set to 4 different format before the film is loaded: 6 x 4.5, 6 x 6, 6 x 7, 6 x 9
A film counter window which can show you how many frame have left.
Cover for film counter window is provided. You can now work with infra red film photography with this camera.
Dial for Exposure calculation help you to calculate the exposure time more quickly without accompany with a table.
Well design of the camera let you load and un-load your film wherever you want. No dark room or changing bag is needed
We use 0.001" brass shim to make the "lens" results in a more actual film stop number and sharp image.

Specifications

Material hard wood and solid brass
Size 6 3/4" (w) x 3 3/4" (H) x 2 1/4" (D) , including knob
Weight 328 gm
Film Format 120 roll film in 6 x 4.5, 6 x 6, 6 x 7 and 6 x 9 format
Angle of view (horizontal) 6 x 4.5: 59.1°
6 x 6: 74.2°

6 x 7: 82.8°

6 x 9: 97.2°

Focal Length 40mm
Pinhole size 0.17mm
Aperture of pinhole f/235
Zone Plate 40mm with 11 zones
Aperture of zone plate f/55
Tripod Socke 1/4" thread

Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

For more product information, please visit the Zero Image web site.

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