[Leica] official word on the 1.25x view magnifier

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LEICA VIEWFINDER MAGNIFIER M 1.25 x (Order No. 12 004)

The viewfinder magnifier is screwed onto the eyepiece of the camera. These 
are the features:

1. Magnification of the viewfinder image by 125%, therefore easier 
composition with focal lengths from 50 mm – 135mm.  For Example, a 0.58 
viewfinder becomes a 0.72 VF; a 0.72 viewfinder becomes a 0.90 VF; and a 0.85 
viewfinder becomes a 1.06 VF.

2. An increase in the focusing accuracy due to the 25% increase in the 
effective measuring base.

3.   Rubberized eyepiece of the viewfinder magnifier protects eyeglasses from 
scratches.

4. Use of correction lenses for LEICA M

5. The retaining chain, with snap locks,  can be hung onto the viewfinder 
magnifier and onto the camera to prevent accidental dropping or loss of the 
magnifier.

6. Leather case with snap fastener allows the viewfinder to be stored on the 
camera’s carrying strap, protected and ready to use.


Description     Cat. #                              List        MAP (street 
price)   
VF Magnifier 1.25x      Black Anodized  12 004  279.00  229.00   






Please see the technical and commercial data in the followig tables:

Product Specifications:

Principle   Galilean telescope

Optical system  2 elements in 2 groups
Viewfinder magnification    1.25x
Ocular  Rubber Setting with thread for correction
lenses M (+/- 3 dioptres)
Usable cameras               All LEICA M-cameras
Housing Made of black anodized aluminum,
chain with two snap-locks made of brass in black chrome finish
Dimensions (  x D)  18 mm x 7,5 mm (.7 in x .3 in)        (as of eyepiece 
mounting flange)
Weight               Approx. 7 g (with chain)
         


Included in delivery: Retaining chain with  two snap locks, black leather 
case with loop and snap fastener.



Package Specifications:
                  
Description     Cat. #    EAN-Code   Dimension     Weight
VF Magnifier 1.25x Black Anodized   12 004  4022243120044   78x75x32 mm
3.1x3.0x1.3 in. 55 grams
1.9 oz.
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Hey folks,

This is the official word from Leica USA, however there is NO estimate yet on 
the time that they will arrive and when they will be available.

I will start taking deposits of $50 to reserve one with the understanding 
that it could be days, weeks or even months before we see them. 

cheers,
Rich
www.photovillage.com