Leica II
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| Type | 35 mm rangefinder camera |
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| Lens mount | M39 lens mount |
| Focus | manual |
| Exposure | manual |
| Flash | cold shoe |
The Leica II is a rangefinder camera introduced by Leica in 1932. They were the first Leica cameras with an integrated rangefinder. Several models were produced over the years, in parallel with the Leica III series from 1933.
The Leica II uses a coupled rangefinder distinct from the viewfinder. The viewfinder is set for a 50mm lens; use of shorter or longer lenses requires installing an alternate viewfinder on the accessory socket.[1]
| Model name | Manufacturing dates | Features or improvements | |
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| Leica D (Leica II) | 1932–1948 | like III but without slow speeds on frontal dial |  |
| Leica IIc | 1948–1951 | Die-cast body like the IIIc | |
| Leica 250 DD | – | Leica II-based Leica 250 Reporter | |
| Leica IIf | 1951–1956 | Similar to the IIIf, without the slow speed dial |  |
[edit] Notes and references
- ^ Unification of the rangefinder and the viewfinder occurred with the introduction of the Leica M3, allowing quick framing and focusing in a single operation. The M3 viewfinder is also able to display viewlines for 50, 90 and 135mm lenses
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