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LEICA R9

A precision camera – 28 high performance lenses

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Craftsmanship for the eye A really skilled photographer can

use any camera to take pictures that are reasonably good. However, for

outstanding photographs that fully satisfy his own standards of quality,

he needs a tool that functions at least as accurately as he or she does.

Leica single lens reflex cameras enable the photographer to execute

creative ideas confidently in all situations. Because every Leica is a

precision instrument, manufactured by competent hands with great

dedication and scrupulous accuracy. The Leica R system embodies

more than a hundred years of optical and mechanical experience, com-

bined with the most modern manufacturing technology and that very

special craftsmanship that made Leica cameras and lenses become

legendary. And so it is that the Leica Company remained a craft shop in

the best sense of the word. The extremely high level of refinement that

has now been achieved with the LEICA R9 substantiates the philosophy

of valuing the quality of the products and the greatest possible benefit

for the photographer above everything else.

Eyes for details Photography thrives on the creative freedom of

photographers, and that freedom does not like to be encumbered by

complicated technology. Leica recognized this fact a long time ago by

concentrating on what is essential. The Leica single lens reflex system

too, is guided by this policy, not cramming every possible feature into

the camera, only those features that make good sense – at the Leica

level of excellence. Special attention was paid, for instance, to the photo-

grapher’s freedom to exercise complete control. The photographer

positions the plane of sharpness by manual focusing. Furthermore, the

uniquely brilliant viewfinder enables him or her to evaluate the depth

of field and the cropping. This approach now distinguishes the LEICA R9

as a long-lasting masterpiece. With mechanical precision down to the

finest details, innovative optics and intelligently thought-out electron-

ics, it is designed to implement your ideas with the highest possible

photographic quality. Into brilliant pictures even at the most difficult

light conditions, controlled efficiently by automatic features – or manu-

ally controlled by you. With functional elements that can still be operat-

ed intuitively. This opens all the possibilities for spontaneous, individual-

ized creativity. And with it, flexibility, freedom, and not least the great

pleasure of working with a superbly unique camera.

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Auspicious interplay The fascination of the name Leica is root-

ed as much in the superb mechanisms of the camera as it is in the

proverbial precision and quality of its legendary lenses. And with the

LEICA R9 too, the entire spectrum of R lenses developed since1965

is applicable, supplemented by our latest designs in the fields of wide-

angle- and zoom lenses. R lenses and the LEICA R9 form a system

that is ready for use immediately and that functions dependably.

Making it easy for you to create perfect pictures. Admittedly, this is

a tall promise. But it is one that we can easily live up to, because

decades of experience in the construction of cameras played a prom-

inent part in the development of the LEICA R9, as did the wishes of

numerous photographers. Great ease of operation made possible by

technical know-how, comfortable handling through ergonomic styling :

The success of this combination was eminently proven by the many

successful field tests that the LEICA R9 has passed with flying colors.

While many of its functions are performed mechanically, sensible elec-

tronics have been incorporated to enhance practical use in harmony

with ingenious feature details. The LEICA R9 is a camera with many

highlights. And one that you start using immediately.

“To work with the LEICA R9 means to explore the fascinating

world of Leica R lenses. From macro photographs all the way

to telephoto pictures. From brilliant slides to superb exhibition

prints. To me, the joy of taking pictures is only complete with

the Leica R system.”

Hanns-Peter Cohn, Chief Executive Officer of Leica Camera AG

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LEICA R9 – arguments for much better pictures

Lenses of the very best kind

Thanks to its R bayonet, the LEICA R9

is compatible with virtually all R lenses

made since1965. Nearly all current

Leica R lenses are equipped with ROM

contacts, which establish specific

communication between camera and

lens, leading to perfect exposures.

Seeing more

With the high-eyepoint viewfinder you no

longer need to press your eye against the

eyecup in order to see the image clearly all

the way into its corners. And all the impor-

tant parameters are displayed optimally in

the viewfinder : Shutter speed, aperture,

operating mode, exposure metering mode

and the exposure counter. An important

feature for time exposures : An integrated

shutter prevents light from reaching the

film through the eyepiece. Eyeglass wear-

ers will be especially pleased with the

diopter compensation range from –2 to +2

in half steps, enabling the photographer to

focus and expose with or without using the

eyeglasses.

Flash tailored to the subject

The LEICA R9 provides you with three

exposure options for flash photography. In

addition to the fully automatic P mode and

the selective flash mode F, it also features

High Speed Synchronization. In combina-

tion with a HSS flash unit, it allows flash

exposures with shutter speeds as high as

1/8000s ! This enables you to make pleas-

ing portraits even in daylight and at full

aperture, without harsh contrasts.

Everything in view

The illuminated display on the back cover,

in addition to the viewfinder, is an informa-

tion 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 correction settings

and battery condition. You can also correct

the exposure in the multi-pattern metering

mode. An LCD exposure counter on the

top of the camera is permanently visible

as long as the camera is switched on.

Precise exposure

Accurate exposure metering and control

are prerequisites for successful photo-

graphs. The LEICA R9 features selective-,

integral- as well as sophisticated multi-

pattern exposure metering whose level

can be changed by tenths of a step. The

result : optimal harmonization with the

various types of films. Metered value

storage can be used with selective- and

integral metering. The selected shutter

speed and aperture combination is auto-

matically stored when the shutter release

button is pressed to the second pressure

point. The various exposure modes

enhance flexibility, quickness and not

least, your creative freedom.

Everything under control

All operating elements of the LEICA R9 are

positioned very conveniently and can be

operated intuitively, without moving the

eye away from the viewfinder. The rugged

metal body fits very nicely in your hands

and it weighs an ideal 790g (less than

28oz). Small details – important effects :

The operating mode selector dial can now

be locked in place to prevent unintended

changes of your selected settings that may

occur, for instance, in the carrying case.

The eyecup too, is locked in place, so that

it won’t get lost.

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