Re: [Leica] official word on the 1.25x view magnifier

[Edward Meyers <aghalide@panix.com>]

This seems to be similar to the 135mm goggle lens thing. Ed

On Fri, 31 Aug 2001 Photovilla@aol.com wrote:

> 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.
> -------------------------------
> 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
>