Bessa-R The Bessa-R, introduced in 2000, was a rangefinder camera with a projected frame finder and a Leica screw mount. Although considerably cheaper than a Leica M camera, its viewfinder was comparable in function and feeling. It featured manually selectable frames for 35 mm/90 mm, 50 mm, and 75 mm lenses.

Aug 31, 2018 · We review the Voigtlander Bessa R, a 35mm film rangefinder camera. Screw mount, a beautiful viewfinder, and a low price tag. What's not to love?

Compared to most vintage screw mount rangefinder cameras, both Bessa cameras give you a lightmeter and fast SLR style film loading. Most L39 screw mount lenses are now classed as vintage however in March 2022 Voigtlander released a brand new LTM lens.

The Bessamatic and Ultramatic were lines of 35mm SLR cameras made by Voigtländer in the 1960s, featuring a selenium meter. It uses a leaf shutter, similar to competing SLR cameras manufactured by Kodak (Retina Reflex) and Zeiss Ikon (Contaflex SLR) in Germany, rather than the focal plane shutter almost universally adopted by Japanese SLRs such ...

Venerable 39mm Leica Screw Mount, compatible with any standard Leica Screw Mount lens, whether made by Leica, Nikon, Canon, Voigtlander or whoever. Full rangefinder coupling -- so long as the lens is rangefinder coupled.

Apr 2, 2008 · If you can find a Cosina SLR case (for the CT1, CT1G etc) they do a reasonable job with the Bessa R. It is a tight fit, but does help handling and deadens the shutter sound.

Feb 9, 2021 · When it comes to picking a good Voigtlander Bessa R lens it is partly personal preference but also working within the limitations of the camera. I enjoy using the Bessa R with small lightweight screw mount lenses. 28mm, 35mm and 50mm (max).

Quite simply, the Voigtländer Bessa-R is a return to the basics. It's a camera that brings the simplicity of photography back to the marketplace and to the masses. This camera, which is manufactured by Japan-based Cosina, is an all-manual 35mm rangefinder system that includes interchangeable lenses, hot-shoe mounted meters and other accessories.

Aug 24, 2023 · The Voigtlander Bessa R is a great camera for anyone who wants to experience rangefinder photography without breaking the bank. It is a modern and compact camera that …

Jun 17, 2023 · Bessa-R and Bessa R2 (manual rangefinder) The Bessa-R, introduced in 2000, is a rangefinder camera with a parallax-corrected bright-frame finder and a Leica screw mount. Although considerably cheaper than a Leica M camera, its …