The Leica i9 Concept is a dream project by BLACK Design Associates that addresses a desire to combine two great products, the iPhone and the Leica.
FEATURES:
INDEPENDENT CAMERA BODY - doesn't depend on the iPhone4 processor, making the i9 a true ready-to-shoot camera.
COMPACT OPTICAL ZOOM - offers true optical zoom with a greater number of focal lengths in a compact size.
LEICA RANGEFINDER - allows for faster uninterrupted shooting.
CASE FORM FACTOR - makes the i9 ultra-compact and protects your iPhone4 in a rugged and stylish case.
CAMERA BACK DOCK - loads your iPhone4 reminiscent to traditional 35mm film and takes full advantage of the iPhone4's superior Retina Touch-Screen Display.
INTERCHANGEABLE CAMERA BACK - ensures the i9 is compatible with future generation iPhones.
CAMERA/iPHONE TOGGLE - turns on your camera with an instant start-up time of 0.3sec., while simultaneously loading the Leica app on your iPhone4.
ZOOM/VOLUME CONTROL - adjusts Tight and Wide when your camera is on, and adjusts volume Up and Down when your camera is off.
DEDICATED APERTURE AND SHUTTER DIALS - offers fast and easy option for manual operation.
PASS-THROUGHS AND ACTUATORS - gives you full access to your iPhone4 controls and headphone jack.
FLASH AND LIGHT METER - offers higher quality photos and videos in low-light conditions.
BLACK Design Associates estimates that the LEICA i9 for iPhone 4 would cost around $900-$1200 and have a 5-10 year life cycle. While that price sounds high it is considerably less than the $7000+ for a LEICA M9.
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