The Leica Manual by Willard D. Morgan and Henry M. Lester is a comprehensive guide to using Leica 35mm cameras. First published in the 1930s, the manual evolved through successive editions to provide photographers with detailed instruction on the technical and artistic aspects of miniature camera photography. The 11th edition (1947) reflects post-war innovations in film, optics, and camera accessories.
The book covers exposure, focusing, lens selection, and composition, as well as practical techniques for portraits, landscapes, and documentary photography. Illustrations and diagrams demonstrate camera operation, lighting setups, and the effects of different films. Morgan and Lester emphasize both technical precision and creative expression, bridging the gap between amateur enthusiasts and professional photographers. Today, The Leica Manual is valued not only as a historical reference for Leica cameras but also as a window into mid-20th-century photographic practices and the development of modern 35mm photography.
Additional information
| Weight | 928 g |
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| Dimensions | 14.5 × 21 cm |
| Author | Willard D. Morgan & Henry M. Lester |
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| Publisher | Morgan & Lester Publishers |
| Published On | 1947 |
| Pages | 551 |
| Country | New York: USA |
| Language | English |
| Dimension | 14.5cm x 21 |
| Item Weight | 928gm |
| Edition | 11th Edition |