Leica cameras with the olive green enamel finish were originally designed and created for hard-wearing military use, as they were seen as robust and reliable tools that consistently delivered under extreme conditions. Leica carries forth this tradition with the new limited edition camera body and limited edition lens in the olive green enamel finish, which when paired together, create the perfect symbiosis of functionality, design and history. Dating back nearly 60 years, the eye-catching finish has recurred throughout the brandвЂ™s rich history, making each rare piece highly sought after among Leica collectors and enthusiasts alike. JanuвЂ“ The launch of the limited Leica M10-P Edition вЂњSafariвЂќ camera and Leica Summicron-M 50 mm f/2 Edition вЂњSafariвЂќ lens reopens a beloved chapter in Leica CameraвЂ™s ongoing tradition of special olive green camera releases. The first-ever release of a Leica M-Lens in the olive green coloring accompanies the fifth iteration of вЂњSafariвЂќ camera offerings

Leica Camera Continues a Longstanding Tradition with the Leica M10-P and Leica Summicron-M 50 mm f/2 вЂњSafariвЂќ Limited Editions Both the camera body and lens are available for pre-order at B&H. Leica says the M10-P Edition 'Safari' camera body is available today for $8,450 in a limited run of 1,500 units while the matching lens will be available on Februfor $2,750 in a run of just 500 units. Interestingly, the camera and lens are being sold separately with no option of getting them together as a kit. Aside from the new color, the limited edition lens features a distance scale and focal length engravings that are hand-filled with red paint to 'contrast to the other bright white engravings on the lens.' Like the camera, this lens is identical to its black and silver counterparts. The Leica Summicron-M 50mm F2 Edition 'Safari' lens is the first time a Leica M lens will be available in the olive green finish.

The Leica M10-P Edition 'Safari' is identical to its less colorful counterpart in terms of specs and includes a full-grain cowhide leather carrying strap as well as a matching leather case for memory cards and credit cards, both of which were designed to 'complement the unique aesthetic of the limited edition camera.' In Leica's own words, 'Leica cameras with the olive green enamel finish were originally designed and created for hard-wearing military use, as they were seen as robust and reliable tools that consistently delivered under extreme conditions.' The launch of the limited edition pieces continues Leica's tradition of olive green camera releases. Leica has announced the launch of a limited edition Leica M10-P Edition 'Safari' camera and accompanying Summicron-M 50mm F2 Edition 'Safari' lens.

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