Leica M-P Review: This time it makes sense to upgrade your old M |
Mike Evans

A couple of years after the introduction of a new M camera you can be pretty certain it will be joined by a P (for Professional) version that adds some cosmetic changes and, usually, a tougher rear screen in return for a few hundred pounds enhancement to the already sizeable tag. In my opinion the silver M-P looks best. Note the return of the frameline lever (to the right of the lens) which helps add to the M3 nostalgia. So it is with the M Type 240 which was launched in September 2012 and reached dealers‘ shelves in the Spring of last year. Eighteen months on and the new M-P has arrived. Compared with previous P versions, this new camera, which comes in either silver or black, offers a longer list of improvements and tweaks for a premium of only £550*. This is is considered a modest increment at Leica. Cosmetically, the M-P is set apart by the missing Leica logo and M designation on the front of the camera. The image of restraint is enhanced by traditional engraving on the camera top plate, reminiscent of the original M3 from 1954. The iconic cursive Leica name is accompanied by the simple wording „Leica Camera Wetzlar Germany“. That’s it. With eagle eyes you can check this is an M-P is by the model designation on one shoulder of the hotshoe mount. The camera serial number is on the other side, as on the M…..

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Leica M-P 240

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