Leica has announced a limited
edition of the Leica M-P (Typ 240), the Leica M-P Safari. The camera comes as a set, complete with a
silver Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH complete with a round, silver lens hood. The set also includes a brown cowhide
carrying strap along with color matched SD card and business card holders. The sets will be limited to just 1500. Unlike special editions in the past, which
always carried a higher price tag, this set will be offered for $9,900 which is
actually a savings of over $1,300 when compared to the regular Leica M-P and
35mm Summicron f/2.
The official press release
from Leica reads as follows:
Leica’s safari/olive edition cameras date back to 1960
with the Leica M1 ‘Olive‘. Made initially for the military, the safari/olive
cameras’ unique color stands out. Over the years, a handful of safari/olive
editions were produced. Many of these limited edition cameras are highly prized
collectibles.
The Leica M-P Set ‘SAFARI’ has an olive lacquered top
cover, leatherette and bottom plate. The shutter speed dial, the On/Off switch,
the release button, the hot shoe and some other details have a silver finish.
The engraving on the top cover is reminiscent of the first safari camera in
1960 and has the classic Leica logo inscribed on one line and the wording
‘WETZLAR GERMANY’ on the second line. The 35mm /f2 ASPH has a silver chrome
finish with a matching classic round metal lens hood. This set comes in a new
packaging including a presentation box.
There are 1500 sets available worldwide. The technical
data of the camera and lens are identical to the standard versions.
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