{"product_id":"leica-i-converted-to-iii-with-elmar-50mm-f-3-5","title":"Leica I Converted to III 1930 – Black – Elmar 50mm f\/3.5 – Tested – VGC Working","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeica \u003cstrong\u003eI Converted to III\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm rangefinder camera in black finish, supplied with the \u003cstrong\u003eLeitz Elmar 50mm f\/3.5\u003c\/strong\u003e lens. Fully tested with the shutter firing correctly across all speeds. The lens shows minor surface scratches and minor haze, both common for early Elmar lenses, but remains usable. A historically significant early Leica conversion offering classic handling and vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good Working\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamera fully tested and working\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShutter firing accurately across all speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrinkle to shutter curtain but no observed leaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRangefinder working\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewfinder clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElmar 50mm f\/3.5 lens included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor surface scratches to lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor haze present (very common for early Elmars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior in good vintage cosmetic condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish shows typical age‑related wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eINCLUDED\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica I Converted to III camera body (black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeitz Elmar 50mm f\/3.5 lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica I to III factory‑style conversion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Leitz Elmar 50mm f\/3.5 collapsible lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical shutter with full speed range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Leica screw‑mount system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOMPATIBILITY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica screw‑mount (LTM) lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 35mm film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to digital mirrorless systems (manual focus and aperture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOLLECTORS NOTES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConverted Leica I to III bodies are highly collectible due to their historical importance and early Leica engineering. The \u003cstrong\u003eElmar 50mm f\/3.5\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Leica’s most iconic early lenses; minor haze and surface marks are extremely common and rarely detract from collector interest. Black‑finish examples remain especially desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSEO KEYWORDS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeica I to III conversion, Leica Elmar 50mm f\/3.5, Leica black rangefinder UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54978285568342,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP7012_c54e8c51-bffc-42df-b6c4-add74a84e99c.jpg?v=1786633030","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/leica-i-converted-to-iii-with-elmar-50mm-f-3-5","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}