The R7 was the last in the series, replaced in 1996 by the R8 which was a completely new in house development.
#Leica viewfinder series
The series was marketed from 1980 to 1996, with the original R4 being the longest running version from 1980 to 1987. Also the design was sleek and rounded in contrast with the starkly angular appearance of the R3.įollowing on from the transitional R3, the R4 and its successors led the way to a considerably expanded Leica R system including many new lenses. Like the trend setting Olympus OM-1, the R4 was much smaller and lighter than its predecessors. The same body and chassis were used for all subsequent Leica R models through to the R7. The R4 has a Leitz developed mirror box, metering, and body design making the camera quite distinct. The subsequent models introduced improved electronic features and TTL flash metering. The initial design was a joint venture based on Leitz's co-operation agreement of 1972 with Minolta, whose own version was launched in 1977 ( Minolta XD series). The Leica R4 family of Leica 35mm SLR cameras was launched in 1980. Shutter: electronic vertical travel metal blade focal planeĮxposure meter: TTL selective / centre weightedĮxposure modes: manual, aperture priority, shutter priority, programįinder screen: ground glass, interchangeableįlash shoe: hotshoe + additional contacts Image by Carlos Santisteban ( Image rights)
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