"70 Years of Leica M" at the Leica Galerie Wetzlar

In 2024, Leica Camera AG is celebrating an extraordinary anniversary: 70 years of Leica M – a system that has shaped the world of photography like no other. To commemorate this special occasion, the "Leica Welt" in Wetzlar – the production site and home of the Leica brand – invites you to a unique special exhibition at the Leica Galerie Wetzlar from 6 November 2024. The exhibition offers a captivating journey through the history of the Leica M and reveals why it has become an indispensable companion for generations of photographers.

The Leica M is more than just a camera – it allows photographers to capture their individual view of the world. The exhibition showcases the development of the Leica M-system from the M3 to modern models. Historical cameras and documents illustrate the innovative spirit of the system. Among the exhibits are special editions, prototypes, anniversary models and cameras from the private collection of the Leitz family, including the M3 owned by Ernst Leitz II and the M5 of Dr. Ludwig Leitz. A rare M2 Black Paint from a limited series will be presented on loan from the Leitz Photographica Auction in Vienna.

The special exhibition at the Leica Galerie Wetzlar is a tribute to this extraordinary camera and the photographers who have worked and continue to work with it. It invites you to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Leica M, which is not only a camera but an expression of a creative lifestyle – a camera with character for people who have the courage to show their own perspective.

Visit the exhibition from 06 November 2024 to early 2025 and experience 70 years of Leica M – 70 years full of moving photographs and stories that have shaped the world. The Leica Galerie at Leica Headquarters is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with free admission.

Monday to Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM