The Leica IIIf Red Dial in fine full working condition, clean glass is a vintage 35mm rangefinder camera that stands out for its classic design and robust build quality. Released in the 1950s, this model is particularly notable for its "red dial," which refers to the distinct red-painted shutter speed dial found on the top plate of the camera. The IIIf features a manual exposure system, providing a more hands-on approach to photography, and is known for its precision mechanics and compact form.
This camera is paired with the Summitar 2/5cm lens, a high-quality, collapsible lens that is well-regarded for its sharpness and beautiful rendering, especially in portraiture and black-and-white photography. The Summitar lens offers a fast aperture of f/2, allowing for excellent low-light performance and a shallow depth of field, perfect for achieving a pleasing bokeh effect.
The combination of the Leica IIIf Red Dial and the Summitar lens makes for a highly collectible and functional piece of photographic history, offering a truly analog experience with superb image quality.
