Leica R9 Body only 35mm Film Camera

The LEICA R9 has been designed in such a way that it makes good sense for a photographer: it is not overloaded with technical features but carries everything which a photographer needs to control his/her results. The basis philosophy is typical for Leica: you can operate the camera instinctively without moving your eyes from the viewfinder, where you have all important information permanently at sight.Thanks to its R bayonet, the LEICA R9 is compatible with virtually all R lenses made since 1965. Nearly all current Leica R lenses are equipped with ROM contacts, which establish specific communication between camera and lens, leading to perfect exposures.The illuminated display on the back cover, in addition to the viewfinder, is an information center on the LEICA R9. It becomes activated as soon as the camera is switched on and the shutter release is touched. You then have a clear overview of all the current settings. Among other data, it shows the number of exposed pictures, film speed, exposure correc...