Leica made the following
announcement:
Leica Camera Marks Canada’s 150th Anniversary with
Special Edition Leica M-P Set
Leica M-P (Typ 240)
“Canada Edition” Set Celebrates Milestone with Commemorative Design Details
November 8, 2017 – Leica
Camera is proud to mark Canada’s 150th anniversary with the Leica M-P (Typ 240)
“Canada Edition” Set. With only 25 units available, the limited-edition set
will include a special red cowhide leather Leica M-P (Typ 240), a Leica Summicron-M
35mm f/2.0 ASPH. lens and a red rope strap. Available exclusively in North
America, the set features commemorative design details, including the iconic
Canada 150 emblem which consists of 13 diamonds forming an eye-catching maple
leaf.
“150 years is an important
milestone for the confederation of Canada and we’re honored to mark the
momentous occasion with a special set perfect for capturing all the stunning
landscapes, scenes and residents that this wonderful country is known for,”
said Jim Wagner, Vice President of the Photographic Division at Leica Camera.
DESIGN
The Leica M-P (Typ 240)
“Canada Edition” body features a striking silver chrome finish on the top cover
and bottom plate, with a rich red cowhide leather enveloping the middle
chassis. The top plate is also engraved with the Canada 150 emblem. The four diamond
shapes forming the base of the maple leaf on the emblem represent Canada’s four
original provinces in 1867 during the Confederation, while the remaining nine
diamond formations represent the provinces and territories that have joined
since.
The stylish set also
includes a Leica Summicron-M 35mm f/2.0 ASPH lens that bears the commemorative
Canada 150 emblem as well on the depth of field scale. To tie together the set,
the camera and lens are accompanied by a red Leica rope strap.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
The technical
specifications of the Leica M-P (Typ 240) “Canada Edition” Set are identical to
those of the classic Leica M-P (Typ 240) and Leica Summicron-M 35mm f/2.0 ASPH.
lens. The Leica M-P (Typ 240) features breath-taking quality, unmatched handling
and supreme resolution which, in conjunction with the Leica Maestro processor,
enable the camera to produce exceptional imagery. Alongside high speed and
impressive image quality, the accompanying Leica Summicron-M 35mm f/2.0 ASPH
lens is compact, providing for a remarkable and elegant photographic
experience. Perfect for capturing everything from the majestic Canadian Rockies
to the bustling streets of Quebec City.
The Leica M-P (Typ 240)
“Canada Edition” Set is limited to only 25 sets and will be available at Leica
boutiques, stores, and dealers only in North America beginning in late December
2017.
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