Leica IIIc | Rangefinder Film Camera | Excellent

Brand: Leica

Condition: Used

Name: Leica IIIc 

Type: 35mm Rangefinder Film Camera

Type of Film: 35mm Film

CPB Body Code: JAY9

Lens: Leitz Elmar 50mm f/3.5

Focusing: Coupled Rangefinder Focusing

Shutter: Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter, 1 sec – 1/1000 sec + Bulb

Metering: No Built-in Light Meter

Battery: Not Required

Condition: Excellent

The Leica IIIc (JAY9) paired with the Leitz Elmar 50mm f/3.5 has been inspected and tested by CPB Darkroom and is in excellent working condition. The camera functions mechanically as intended, with all buttons, dials, controls, film transport mechanisms, and shutter speeds operating correctly.

The camera does not feature a built-in light meter, and users will need to use an external light meter or estimate exposure manually when shooting. As a fully mechanical Leica, the camera operates entirely without batteries.

Cosmetically, the camera body is in excellent condition, showing only a few minor scratches on the base plate consistent with careful use over its lifetime. The paired Leitz Elmar 50mm f/3.5 lens is in excellent condition, both optically and cosmetically. The optics are clear, and the lens body remains exceptionally well preserved. The images shown depict the exact camera and lens you will receive.

The Leica IIIc is one of the most iconic rangefinder cameras ever produced and represents a landmark in photographic history. Manufactured during the golden age of Leica's screw-mount cameras, it combines exceptional engineering, compact dimensions, and a refined shooting experience. Paired with the legendary Leitz Elmar 50mm f/3.5, this setup delivers the classic Leica rendering that has made these cameras highly sought after by photographers and collectors alike. The collapsible Elmar lens is renowned for its sharpness, tonal rendering, and compact design, making it ideal for street photography, travel, documentary work, portraits, and everyday photography.

This bundle includes:

• Leica IIIc Camera Body

• Leitz Elmar 50mm f/3.5 Lens

• Auxiliary Viewfinder

This is a complete bundle and the camera body and lens are not available for separate purchase.

This camera uses standard 35mm (135) film, producing images in the 24 × 36 mm format.

Rangefinder cameras sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for shutter functionality, focusing accuracy, film transport reliability, optical clarity, and overall mechanical integrity. Any cosmetic or functional notes are clearly described and reflected in the condition grade.

The sample images shown were made using this exact camera and lens combination, offering a true representation of its rendering, lens performance, and overall image quality.