LEICA MP 0.72 Rangefinder Camera (Silver) - Handbuch (Seite 101)

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Viewfinder Magnifier M 1.25 x
The LEICA Viewfinder Magnifier M 1.25 x signifi-
cantly simplifies picture composition when using
focal lengths above 50 mm. It can be used on all
Leica M models and magnifies the central area
of the viewfinder image by a quarter. A 0.58 x
viewfinder becomes a 0.72 x viewfinder, a 0.72 x
viewfinder becomes a 0.9 x viewfinder and a
0.85 x viewfinder becomes a 1.06 x viewfinder,
which actually means a slight magnification com-
pared to viewing with the naked eye.
The latter combination therefore allows the sub-
ject to be viewed comfortably with both eyes.
Particularly with the 75 to 135 mm telephoto
lenses in the Leica M system, the visibly larger
viewfinder image makes subject details clearly
easier to recognise in the respective image
frame. At the same time, the 25 % magnification
of the effective metering basis results in a
corresponding increase in the setting accuracy.
A security chain with snap fasteners prevents
loss and can be used to hang the viewfinder on
the carrying strap’s fastening ring.
The viewfinder magnifier is supplied in a leather
case. A loop on the case allows the viewfinder
magnifier to be stored on the camera’s carrying
strap, where it is protected and ready for use
(Order no. 12 004).