{"product_id":"leica-iiic-jay9","title":"Leica IIIc | Rangefinder Film Camera | Excellent","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eName:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leica IIIc \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 35mm Rangefinder Film Camera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType of Film:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 35mm Film\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCPB Body Code:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e JAY9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leitz Elmar 50mm f\/3.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocusing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coupled Rangefinder Focusing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShutter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter, 1 sec – 1\/1000 sec + Bulb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No Built-in Light Meter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBattery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Leica IIIc (JAY9) paired with the Leitz Elmar 50mm f\/3.5 has been inspected and tested by CPB Darkroom and is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent working condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The camera functions mechanically as intended, with all buttons, dials, controls, film transport mechanisms, and shutter speeds operating correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe camera does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot feature a built-in light meter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCosmetically, the camera body is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bundle includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeica IIIc Camera Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeitz Elmar 50mm f\/3.5 Lens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuxiliary Viewfinder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a complete bundle and the camera body and lens are not available for separate purchase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis camera uses standard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35mm (135) film\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, producing images in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 × 36 mm format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRangefinder 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LEICA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45709648101459,"sku":"JAY9","price":250000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0103\/0317\/6755\/files\/Image_1Large_6c5c978a-55e2-4570-8a3b-9a0d52406c96.jpg?v=1781690683","url":"https:\/\/shop.chennaiphotobiennale.com\/products\/leica-iiic-jay9","provider":"CPB Foundation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}