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100 Years of Leica
Imaging Recource BrandsToday marks the 100th anniversary of the first mass-produced Leica camera. On March 1, 1925, exactly a century ago, the Leica I made its public debut at the Leipzig Spring Fair, introducing a compact and agile design that transformed photography forever. In celebrating this milestone, Leica Camera AG pays tribute to Ernst Leitz II, the visionary entrepreneur whose bold decision to mass-produce the Leica camera laid the foundation for 35mm photography. This centennial reflects Leica’s rich history and is an invitation to explore the future of photography.
Ernst Leitz Booth at the...
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