{"product_id":"leica-r8-body-used","title":"Leica R8 Body *USED","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Leica R8 is a manual-focus, analog single-lens reflex (SLR) camera that takes 35mm film, introduced by Leica in 1996. Designed by Manfred Meinzer, it marked a significant departure from earlier R-series models, as Leica developed it independently rather than in collaboration with Minolta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe camera features a distinctive rounded asymmetrical design. It has a deep front handgrip. Depending on the configuration, it weighs approximately 560 grams and is designed to provide a comfortable, balanced grip when paired with heavier R-series lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses the Leica R bayonet mount with ROM (Read-Only Memory) electronic contacts for communicating precise lens data to the body. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIt combines traditional mechanical operation with modern electronic features such as auto exposure and a built-in light meter. The Leica R8 stands out as an unconventional camera in Leica's history. Its unique design, robust construction, and lens compatibility have made it a popular choice among film photography enthusiasts and collectors alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68059090452582,"sku":"C2477155","price":800.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/5246\/3917\/files\/C2477155-1-MAIN.jpg?v=1794505576","url":"https:\/\/thecamerastore.com\/products\/leica-r8-body-used","provider":"The Camera Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}