Leica M4 Analogue camera






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Leica M4 35mm rangefinder camera with Leica M mount, serial 1273400, in mint physical condition and tested working; late-1970s model.
Description from the seller
The Leica M4 is widely regarded as one of the finest expressions of the classic mechanical Leica M camera. Introduced in the late 1960s, it refined the celebrated Leica rangefinder formula by combining the elegance and solid brass construction of the earlier M models with a number of practical improvements aimed at real-world photographic use. For many enthusiasts and collectors, the M4 represents an ideal balance between traditional Leica craftsmanship and functional evolution.
Among its most appreciated features are the simplified rapid-loading system, the self-resetting frame counter, and the bright 0.72x viewfinder with framelines for 35mm, 50mm, 90mm, and 135mm lenses. These refinements made the M4 a more fluid and convenient camera in daily use, while preserving the unmistakable tactile quality and mechanical precision that define the great Leica rangefinders.
Because of this balance, the Leica M4 has earned a lasting reputation not only as an important historical model, but also as one of the most satisfying user cameras in the Leica M lineage. It appeals equally to serious collectors seeking a classic Wetzlar-era Leica and to photographers who appreciate a purely mechanical rangefinder built to an exceptionally high standard.
Offered here is a beautiful Leica M4 35mm rangefinder film camera, a highly desirable late-model example of one of Leica’s most respected mechanical bodies.
Serial Number: 1273400
The camera remains in beautiful condition overall. Please review the listing photos carefully for the most accurate representation of its cosmetic condition.
Optical Condition
The optics are in beautiful condition. There is no noticeable large dust, fog, fungus, scratches, or separation.
Functional Condition
The camera has been checked and works properly.
Included Accessories
- Body cap
Only the items shown in the photos are included in this sale.
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly collectible and exceptionally well-regarded Leica M4, admired for both its historical importance and its enduring photographic appeal.
Seller's Story
The Leica M4 is widely regarded as one of the finest expressions of the classic mechanical Leica M camera. Introduced in the late 1960s, it refined the celebrated Leica rangefinder formula by combining the elegance and solid brass construction of the earlier M models with a number of practical improvements aimed at real-world photographic use. For many enthusiasts and collectors, the M4 represents an ideal balance between traditional Leica craftsmanship and functional evolution.
Among its most appreciated features are the simplified rapid-loading system, the self-resetting frame counter, and the bright 0.72x viewfinder with framelines for 35mm, 50mm, 90mm, and 135mm lenses. These refinements made the M4 a more fluid and convenient camera in daily use, while preserving the unmistakable tactile quality and mechanical precision that define the great Leica rangefinders.
Because of this balance, the Leica M4 has earned a lasting reputation not only as an important historical model, but also as one of the most satisfying user cameras in the Leica M lineage. It appeals equally to serious collectors seeking a classic Wetzlar-era Leica and to photographers who appreciate a purely mechanical rangefinder built to an exceptionally high standard.
Offered here is a beautiful Leica M4 35mm rangefinder film camera, a highly desirable late-model example of one of Leica’s most respected mechanical bodies.
Serial Number: 1273400
The camera remains in beautiful condition overall. Please review the listing photos carefully for the most accurate representation of its cosmetic condition.
Optical Condition
The optics are in beautiful condition. There is no noticeable large dust, fog, fungus, scratches, or separation.
Functional Condition
The camera has been checked and works properly.
Included Accessories
- Body cap
Only the items shown in the photos are included in this sale.
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly collectible and exceptionally well-regarded Leica M4, admired for both its historical importance and its enduring photographic appeal.
