Leica mini zoom Analogue compact camera

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Leica mini zoom, a 35 mm analogue compact camera with Leica Vario-Elmar 35–70 mm zoom, in fair physical condition and tested and functional.

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This is a Leica mini zoom, an analog 35‑mm compact camera with a Leica Vario-Elmar 35–70 mm zoom lens.
This Leica Mini Zoom comes from the early phase of Leica's rebranding in the early 1990s — a crucial transitional period in which Leica repositioned itself and laid the groundwork for the brand's later legendary status.

In this phase, Leica for the first time consistently fused classic analogue photography with modern electronics and automated features. The Mini Zoom epitomizes this hybrid era: an analogue 35mm camera that already heavily embraces digital operating logic, and is thus easily accessible even to non-professionals.

The camera is equipped with the Leica Vario-Elmar 35–70 mm zoom lens, which is typical for this model line and offers balanced, everyday-use imaging performance. The clean, minimalist design already follows Leica's modern line from the 1990s.

The camera is fully functional, has been tested and takes reliable photos.
A new battery has been installed, and an extra spare battery is included. All control elements operate flawlessly. The original carrying strap is present.

The condition is good with light, age- and wear-related signs, which are honestly documented in the photos.

The Leica Mini Zoom is today a sought-after collectible for enthusiasts of analog photography and for anyone interested in the crucial transitional period when Leica set the course toward the modern brand we know today.

This is a Leica mini zoom, an analog 35‑mm compact camera with a Leica Vario-Elmar 35–70 mm zoom lens.
This Leica Mini Zoom comes from the early phase of Leica's rebranding in the early 1990s — a crucial transitional period in which Leica repositioned itself and laid the groundwork for the brand's later legendary status.

In this phase, Leica for the first time consistently fused classic analogue photography with modern electronics and automated features. The Mini Zoom epitomizes this hybrid era: an analogue 35mm camera that already heavily embraces digital operating logic, and is thus easily accessible even to non-professionals.

The camera is equipped with the Leica Vario-Elmar 35–70 mm zoom lens, which is typical for this model line and offers balanced, everyday-use imaging performance. The clean, minimalist design already follows Leica's modern line from the 1990s.

The camera is fully functional, has been tested and takes reliable photos.
A new battery has been installed, and an extra spare battery is included. All control elements operate flawlessly. The original carrying strap is present.

The condition is good with light, age- and wear-related signs, which are honestly documented in the photos.

The Leica Mini Zoom is today a sought-after collectible for enthusiasts of analog photography and for anyone interested in the crucial transitional period when Leica set the course toward the modern brand we know today.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Leica
Model/ type nr
mini zoom
Physical condition
Fair
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated Period
1990-2000
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