Leica R4 analogue SLR camera with Leitz lens
Record status
Individual type · partial
This versatile multi-automatic camera offers several operating modes, including program automatic, time priority, aperture priority, and a manual mode. The exposure metering system is flexible, employing either selective or centre-weighted integral metering depending on the selected program mode.
The shutter mechanism provides speeds ranging from 1 second up to 1/1000th of a second. Designed for advanced versatility, the camera is compatible with motor winder or motor drive accessories, which enable rapid sequence shooting at a maximum frame rate of 5 frames per second. The listed set includes a Leitz lens and is accompanied by a black Leica leather protective case and a carrying strap. The camera body measures approximately 9 x 13.5 cm, with a total dimension of 11 x 14.5 cm when housed in its case.
The unit bears the serial number 1672061.
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- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Physical characteristics
- Finish
- black chrome
- Included
- Leitz lens, leather case, carrying strap
- Dimensions
- 9 x 13.5 cm (camera), 11 x 14.5 cm (with case)
Technical characteristics
- Modes
- program automatic, time priority, aperture priority, manual
- Metering
- selective or centre-weighted integral
- Frame rate
- up to 5 fps with motor drive
- Serial number
- 1672061
- Shutter speed
- 1/1000 to 1 sec
Design
- Model
- Leica R4
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Leica
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.