MOTOR-DRIVE R8








For the LEICA R8. Leica design. Frame frequency 2 fps or 4.5 fps. Motorized film advance and film rewind, quiet, smooth running. Bracketing function. Available probably at the end of '99.
The LEICA MOTOR-DRIVE R8 is a high-performance film advancing accessory for the LEICA R8, especially designed to be a perfect complement to that camera. It harmonizes beautifully with the unique
style of the LEICA R8, which has already received numerous prestigious awards. Its integrated wrist strap and its two shutter release buttons for vertical and horizontal photo-graphs add incomparable convenience to the camera-and-Motor-Drive combination in any situation.
The MOTOR-DRIVE R8 provides immediate readiness at all times, it simplifies work during extended shooting sessions, it permits fast picture sequences on demand, and it even opens many other interesting photo-graphic possibilities.
Flash Unit
LEICA SF20










The compact and lightweight LEICA SF20 allows TTL-flash exposure control with the LEICA R8 as well as the new LEICA M6 TTL-models plus automatic flash exposure control with all other LEICA M and R cameras with central X hot-shoe contact. All necessary information such as film speed, aperture and distance is available in the LCD which can be illuminated on demand. Thanks to the two long-life Lithium batteries CR 123 a very compact design, fast recharging times, and a high number of flashes could be realised. In the TTL- and A-modes the flash indicator in the viewfinders of the LEICA R8 and the LEICA M6 TTL-models enables the photographer to check the correct flash exposure immediately. Leica photographers‘ creative ambitions are satisfied by the option to utilize the flash exposure compensation feature. In the TTL- and A-modes corrections of +/- 3 EV and 0 to -3 EV respectively are possible.
MOTOR-WINDER R8
For the LEICA R8. Leica design, small and compact. Motorized film advance (frame frequency up to 2 fps) and film rewind, quiet, smooth running.
Integrated handgrip doubles as battery case.
POWER-PACK
MW-R8

 

The POWER-PACK MW-R8 is an extra power source for the MOTOR-WINDER R8. It proves to be an economic power supply when the winder is used intensively. On top of that it guarantees maximum frame frequency even at extremely low temperatures. It is equipped with permanently built-in rechargeable batteries and is very quickly and easily mounted and removed. Like the winder, it is extremely compact and fits in seamlessly with the camera's elegant design.
The fast charger enables a POWER-PACK MW-R8 to be recharged to full capacity within 2 hours at the most, whatever the starting level. The risk of "over-"charging is completely eliminated by the automatic switching to pulse compensation charge, so a power pack may be left connected for longer periods of time. The power pack can also be deliberately discharged to avoid the "memory effect" of its rechargeable batteries.
Remote control R8



The electronic control unit for the LEICA R8 - LEICA REMOTE-CONTROL-R8 - enables programmed exposure series as well as remote control of the camera when used with the LEICA MOTOR-WINDER-R8 and the LEICA MOTOR-DRIVE-R8. It allows the intervals between the individual exposures as well as the number of exposures themselves to be determined freely within a wide range.
Electric Cable Release
Extension Cables


The Electric Cable Release ensures absolutely shake-free operation thanks to its 5 m length, and e.g. in the case of shy or dangerous animals it allows photographing from a hidden position. Additional 25 m extension cables can be utilized to span distances of up to 100 m.
MOTOR-WINDER R
LEICA R7, R6.2, R4, R5, R6, R-E, single frame and series frame shots of up to 2 frames a second, rapid-change battery housing
MOTOR-DRIVE R LEICA R7, R6.2, R4, R5, R6, R-E, single frame and serial frame shots of up to 4.5 frames a second, convenient exchangeable battery housing, rapid-change battery housing
Handgrip R
for motor-winder R and
motor drive R
Sturdy ergonomic design, two functional releases for vertical and horizontal formats, detachable leather strap for additional support
Data back
DB2 LEICA R
For the LEICA R7, R6.2, R5, R6, R-E. Either the date or the weekday/time can be imprinted
Focusing screens Five different interchangeable focusing screens: universal screen, uniform ground-glass screen, microprism screen, uniform ground-glass screen with grid divisions and TV marks, clear-glass screen with cross lines, each with dust brush and tweezers supplied
Correction lenses Compensate for a maximum of +/- 3.0 diopter.
Angle viewfinder This rotating angle viewfinder makes viewing much easier on a reproduction stand or for shots from a worm's-eye view. There is a choice of one or two times, magnifications and the image is vertically and laterally correct.
Grip casing For hand-held exposures. Can be used on all LEICA R-Lenses with a tripod attachment
Focusing bellows R BR 2

Continuously adjustable from infinity down into the extreme close-up range. With spring-back diaphragm. R-Lenses from 50 to 250 mm focal length can be used
PHOTAR magnifier lenses
Focusing bellows accessory: three focal lengths available. Specially corrected magnifications up to 17.5 times
ELPRO
close-focus attachments
Extend the focusing range of the lens, improve imaging performance in the close-focus range. Achromatic correction
Telescope Adapter TO-R

 

Turns standard, tele and zoom lenses into telescopes. 3-element construction.
Magnification factor = focal length/12.5
Focusing is done via the focusing ring on the lens.
Diopter compensation +/- 3.0
Filters UVa filter to prevent blue cast from UV radiation
Circular polarizing filter