LEICA MP 0.72 Rangefinder Camera (Silver) - Handbuch (Seite 97)

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Flash mode
The LEICA MP does not have its own flash meter-
ing and control function. As a result, flash expo-
sures must either be controlled by the flash
unit itself (computer control) or by using guide
number calculations – the aperture must be
reset for each picture according to the distance
between the subject and the camera.
The fastest possible shutter speed for pictures
using electronic flash units, the synchronisation
time of 1/50 s, is indicated by
11
on the shutter
speed dial (7). For special effects, all slower
shutter speeds including the
B / OFF setting can
also be used.
Warning:
Mechanically controlled firing of flash units
connected via the accessory shoe (12 a) or the
contact socket (22) may also be triggered when
pressing the shutter release even if the shutter is
not cocked.
Compatible flash units
With its compact dimensions and design geared
towards this camera, the LEICA SF 20 is partic-
ularly well suited. Thanks to its computer-con-
trolled automatic flash exposure, it is very easy
to operate and furthermore offers a range of
interesting additional functions.
However, all other standard flash units with
standard flash connectors (central connectors)
and additional flash units with standard flash
12 b
22
12 a