Leica M EV1 camera released

Angled view of the new Leica M EV1, showing the flat front with no optical viewfinder. (Source: Leica Camera.)

The new camera comes with the same 60-megapixel full-frame BSI CMOS full-frame sensor with Triple Resolution Technology as its siblings, the M11-D and M11-P and includes groundbreaking Content Credentials technology, which reliably verifies the origin of an image. The high-resolution 5.76-megapixel EVF provides brilliant image quality with exceptional clarity and natural colour rendering. If desired, relevant exposure data – such as shutter speed, ISO and exposure value – can be

shown around the image, which remains completely uncovered. The automatic switch between viewfinder and touch panel is carried out by an eye sensor. Focus assist features include focus peaking and focus zoom and the lever at the front of the camera, which is used in rangefinder M-Cameras to preview bright-line frames, can be assigned to one of the focus assists or the 1.3x or 1.8x digital zoom

The M EV1 accepts UHS-I and UHS-II SD cards and has 64 GB of internal memory. Its full-metal body continues the M-Camera’s long tradition of timeless, functional and iconic design. Handmade in Germany using high-quality material, it speaks the familiar clear and cultivated design language of an M. The leatherette covering featuring a diamond pattern and the purist front deliberately set it apart from the traditional rangefinder M-Camera. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth provide internet connect5ions for file sharing via the Leica FOTOS app, which also supports geotagging. The Leica BP-SCL7 rechargeable battery has a capacity of approximately 244 frames/charge and supports USB charging. The camera body measures 147.2 x 80.3 x 38.45 mm (including protrusions) and weighs 484 grams. The Leica M EV1 is available to purchase now at an RRP of AU$13,990. Click here for details.