Leica R5 35mm SLR camera with Motor Winder R and 50mm f/2 Summicron lens
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1987-1996
This listing features a German-manufactured Leica R5 35mm single-lens reflex camera, recognized for its precision engineering and professional photographic capabilities.
The camera body is equipped with a Motor Winder R attachment, which facilitates automated film advancement for rapid shooting. The optical setup includes a 50mm f/2 Summicron lens, which was manufactured in Canada, known for its optical clarity and performance. The camera measures approximately 5 inches in height and 5.75 inches in width. Included with the camera system is a leather Leitz Leica carrying case, which measures 9 inches in height, 13 inches in width, and 7 inches in depth.
The equipment is noted as having seen modest use, with functional operation confirmed through battery testing. This set represents a classic period of Leica production from the late 20th century, combining the German-made camera body with a Canadian-made lens, providing a comprehensive kit for film photography enthusiasts and collectors of vintage optical equipment.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Physical characteristics
- Materials
- metal, plastic, leather
- Case dimensions
- H 9 in x W 13 in x D 7 in
- Camera dimensions
- H 5 in x W 5.75 in
Technical characteristics
- Lens
- 50mm f/2 Summicron
- Model
- Leica R5
- Accessory
- Motor Winder R
- Body origin
- Germany
- Lens origin
- Canada
Design
- Markings
- Leica, R5, Motor Winder R, Leitz Canada, Summicron-R
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.