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Leica MP 0.72 Black

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The Leica MP is a supreme tool. Handcrafted, created for the photographic artist. Designed to deliver the essentials. Focused technology for focused photography, without the distraction of automation. It's for making pictures only a true photographer can see, frame and record. Not a quick fling, but the camera for a lifetime.

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Leica MP 0.72 Black

Mechanical perfection. Nothing else.

The Leica MP is a supreme tool. Handcrafted, created for the photographic artist. Designed to deliver the essentials. Focused technology for focused photography, without the distraction of automation. It's for making pictures only a true photographer can see, frame and record. Not a quick fling, but the camera for a lifetime.

Minimalizing to the max

Pared down to the absolute essentials, the Leica MP is intuitive in operation but leaves all the crucial decisions and settings to the photographer. It is the classic, purely mechanical alternative to the Leica M7, a camera that offers added comfort and speed with its electronic shutter and aperture-priority metering system.

The development of the Leica MP incorporates over 50 years of experience. It is the quintessential mechanical range/viewfinder camera. It's an experience you will sense as soon as you hold this masterpiece in your hands.

The Leica MP is ever reliable. It relies solely on the skill of the photographer, and can be operated without batteries. The robust body can withstand the harshest conditions. And its controls are all metal.

Enduring
The Leica MP is built for long life and lasting value. This is guaranteed by Leica’s commitment to using only the finest materials and the highest precision manufacturing techniques. Time and time again, the Leica MP has proven its dependability under the most averse conditions.

Maximum strength minimalism
The Leica MP’s strong body – crafted exclusively in metal – will withstand the worst conditions without fail, and batteries are only needed for metering. In fact, skilled photographers can ignore the electronics completely. Uncompromising dependability for all occasions.

Empowering
By definition, photography is writing with light, and the Leica MP enables the photographer to master even the most difficult lighting situations. The camera offers you complete creative control; its selective TTL metering system merely offers supporting data to help you choose the ideal exposure parameters.

Individualism that improves with age
The Leica MP is available in two different body finishes. After years of hard use, when a bit of bright brass begins to show through, it’s a sure sign to savvy photographers that the camera and its owner have shared many memorable experiences.

The essentials:

  • Compact, analog rangefinder system camera
  • Mechanically controlled closure
  • With image field selector
  • With selective light meter
  • Reduced design without Leica logo on the front
  • Leica name on the top
  • Made in Germany

at a glance

  • Fully mechanical body
  • M lenses from 16 - 135mm
  • Built-in light meter

in the box

  • Leica MP 0.72 35mm Rangefinder Camera
  • Body Cap
  • 3V Lithium Battery
  • Carrying Strap

For detailed technical specifications, please refer to the Technical Data Sheet.

Delivery:
Camera housing, Carrying strap, Housing bayonet cover, Cover for accessory shoe, and battery.

Limited Warranty:
Leica Camera USA (‘LEICA’) provides a three-year product limited warranty for this LEICA camera valid from the date of purchase from an authorized LEICA dealer, including the accessories contained in the original packaging which are valid for two years. 

Buying from an authorized Leica dealer guarantees genuine products, full manufacturer's warranty, and best in class customer service. This is not available for products purchased from unauthorized agents. Authorized dealers meet strict standards for staff expertise and product quality.

To view the full product warranties, click here.

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  • 5
    A Timeless Companion in Film Photography

    Posted by Vladislav T. on Nov 20th 2024

    Owning a Leica MP is akin to holding a piece of photographic history—a seamless blend of engineering mastery and artistic soul. This camera doesn’t just take pictures; it inspires artistry, transforming every frame into a crafted image. I bought my Leica MP 13 years ago, and it was a journey in every sense. I drove five hours to a Leica dealer in Seattle, WA, parting with all my previous gear and still going into debt to acquire just the camera body. It was an investment not just in a tool but in a lifelong companion. Back then, Kodak Tri-X 400 film cost less than $5 a roll. I ran countless rolls through this mechanical marvel, each click reaffirming that I had made the right decision. Over the years, I paired it with several lenses: the current Summicron 35mm ASPH, Summicron 50mm, Summilux 50mm, and eventually the Summicron 50mm APO. Today, it’s matched with the stunning black-paint Summicron 35mm Millennium lens—a combination that, in my humble opinion, makes it the most beautiful camera in the world. For me, the Leica MP is the ultimate 35mm film camera. Yes, film has become increasingly expensive, but that only makes each roll more intentional. You don’t need to shoot 20 rolls a month to create meaningful images. With the MP, every frame counts. The Leica MP feels entirely handcrafted in that special Leica M way. It’s not just a tool but a partner in creativity. Whether capturing fleeting street scenes or crafting deliberate portraits, the Leica MP ensures that every shot is unforgettable. A Leica film camera isn’t merely a piece of gear—it’s a timeless companion. It deepens your connection to the world, inspiring you to slow down, observe, and truly appreciate the artistry of photography. The Leica MP is an unparalleled masterpiece. https://www.instagram.com/vladsperception/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/vladislav-a-/

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