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Leica R8 - Camera

Leica R8 - Camera

Manual focus 35mm R mount SLR released by Leica in 1996. Manual controls and automatic exposure modes with electronically controlled shutter that has speeds ranging from 16s up to 1/8000s with half stop increments. Highly advanced metering system that has three separate modes (spot, center-weighted, and matrix). Metal & plastic body available in black and silver.

  • Shutter: Vertical metal focal plane, 16s - 1/8000s + B
  • ISO range: 6 - 12800
  • Size: 157 x 102 x 62 mm
  • Weight: 790g
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Leica R

Leica introduced the R system in 1964 as an alternative to their M mount rangefinders and as a response to the successful SLR systems of the time, including Nikon F and Pentax M42. The R system was produced, with some modifications, until 2009.

Most R mount lenses can be used on any R mount camera, but there are compatibility issues with both the oldest and newest lenses. Over time, Leica added features and technology to the lenses that made them incompatible.

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Leica R8 - Camera Availability & Price History
Date Sold SKU Quality Control Price Image
Available T80126 $713.00 Leica R8
14 Feb 2024 T61743 € 699.00 Leica R8 - Camera Image
21 Feb 2023 T37782 € 299.00 Leica R8 - Camera Image
16 Feb 2022 T11873 € 599.00 Leica R8 - Camera Image