The rumour of Leica M launching a new model has been persistent since beginning of this year. As the follow up of M9, the most compact full-frame digital camera, the rumour was met with much anticipation. It was not until 21st June that the label launched M9-P in Paris. As the name suggests, M9-P is an upgrade of M9, focusing on improving three aspects, while in keeping with the basic specification.

The red emblem is now replaced by ‘Leica’ embossed on the top, a more discrete and grown up aesthetic; the texture of leather is now coarser, after much trial-and-error; adding scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass on top of the LCD screen. The anti-reflective coating makes the camera easier to use in unfavourable light condition. It is available in black and silver, notably the silver color is light-toned in Silver Chrome, which differs from the M9 Steel Gray.


Text : Vincent Lau | Translation: dilettante

Photo : Kimio Ng (Product)、TK (Test Shot)

Update: 28 Jul 2011


LEICA
 M9-P
m.leica-camera.com
HKD$ 67,100 (Body Only)


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SPECIFICATIONS:

Camera Type : Rangefinder System Camera

Sensor：1,850MP CCD

Memory Cards：SD/SDHC

Monitor：2.5″ LCD with Sapphire Crystal

ISO：ISO 160 – 2500

Size：139 x 37 x 80 mm

Weight：600 g (with battery)