What it Looks Like to Focus a Rangefinder Camera

Apr 26, 2011

If you’ve never used a rangefinder camera before, this video provides a visual look at how focusing works (a Leica M2 is used). Basically you’re given a second (smaller) image of the scene, and your goal is turn the focus ring until the two images match up for the subject you’d like to have in focus.

Here’s another video showing the viewfinder on a Leica M7:

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