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Foreword
FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
Leica would like to thank you for purchasing the LEICA M-A and
congratulate you on your choice. With this unique view and
rangefinder camera, you have made an excellent selection.
We wish you a great deal of pleasure and success using your new
Leica.
In order to make best use of all the opportunities offered by this
high performance camera, we recommend that you first of all read
these instructions.
CONTENTS
Viewfinder displays ....................................................................33
Attaching the carrying strap .......................................................34
Shutter release button ...............................................................35
Shutter speed dial ......................................................................35
Quick wind lever ........................................................................35
Changing the film .......................................................................36
Film sensitivity indicator .............................................................40
Fitting and removing a lens ........................................................41
Bright line view and range finder .................................................42
Image field selector .................................................................42
Distance metering ...................................................................44
Exposure control ........................................................................45
Flash mode ................................................................................46
Compatible flash units ..............................................................46
Attaching and connecting the flash unit ....................................46
System accessories ...................................................................48
Spare parts................................................................ ................51
Care tips.............. ......................................................................52
Index ............................................... .........................................53
Technical data ................................................................ ..........54
Leica Product Support................................................................56
Leica Customer Care .................................................. ..............56
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