Leica 72
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- Code words - LMOOK = LKOOM + ELMAR from 1958 catalog
- Production era - 1957-1963; ca. 183 cameras (150 Midland - 33 Wetzlar)
- Evolution - IIIa modified to take 18 x 24 mm images allowing 72 frames per roll of film; the camera included flash synchronization like the IIIf; camera is identified by "18 x 24" engraved on the top
- Variants - Canadian and Wetzlar versions (camera 357151 has sharkskin covering)
- Serial numbers 357151-357183 ELW -357411-ELC
- Forum discussion
Leica 72 Serial Numbers
Serial numbers compiled from Puts Pocket PodSN Start | SN End | Product | Year | Batch |
---|---|---|---|---|
357151 | 357183 | Leica IIIa (ELW-72) | 1948-1950 | 500 (33) |
357201 | 358500 | Nummern nicht vergeben (ELW+ELC-72) | 1948-1950 | 1300 (150) |
TOTAL | ASSIGNED | SERIAL NUMBERS | 1948-1950 | (183) |