M9-P

May 21, 2014

Discretion is everything: the professional version of the M9
Launched in 2011, the M9-P only stayed on the market until Photokina 2012, when Leica introduced the new M (Typ 240).

In terms of technical specifications, the M9-P was identical to the Leica M9. The two cameras only differed from each other in terms of external details, whose purpose it was to further improve the customary Leica-qualities of robustness and discretion.

For example, the M9-P's LCD monitor is protected by an extremely resilient, almost unbreakable cover made of scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. In addition, anti-reflective coating was added to both sides of the glass for a better image review experience.

The M9-P's Vulkanit leather trim represents another improvement: the material offers a pronounced texture for a particularly good grip and secure handling of the camera.

Lastly, the M9-P featured a pared-down design – the hallmark red dot as well as the 'M9' lettering were omitted in order to ensure maximum discretion. Instead, the classic Leica engraving was added to the camera's top plate.
 

M9-P