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.
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 ..............