Film is required but not included with this camera. Please be sure to purchase the film that suits your needs.
The Voigtlander Bessa-R2M Rangefinder Camera is a modified version of the Bessa R2A camera. While being identical in all other apsects to the R2A model, the R2M features a mechanical shutter release. This makes it possible to use the camera even without batteries, albeit without metering.
The Voigtlander Bessa R2A/M is an improved version of the Bessa R2 rangefinder camera, which in itself is an advancment over the original Bessa R camera. All of the original Bessa R's outstanding features are retained; an exceptionally bright viewfinder, quiet shutter & simple LED metering system. Many internal parts of the R2 are made of metal instead of plastic (as on the Bessa R), resulting in a camera which feels more solid and durable in one's hands.
| Type | 35mm Interchangeable lens rangefinder |
| Lens Mount | Voigtlander VM |
| Focus Modes | Manual |
| Exposure Modes | Manual |
| Exposure Metering | Centerweighted |
| Metering Range | EV 1-19 (at ISO 100 with 50mm f/1.5 lens) |
| ISO Range | 25-3200 (manually set) |
| Shutter Speed | Manual 1/2000th to 1 Second + bulb, with flash sync at 1/125th second |
| PC Terminal | Yes |
| Flash Mounting | Hot flash shoe |
| Film Transport | Manual |
| Viewfinder | Split image & superimposed rangefinde with brightlines for 35, 50, 75 & 90mm lenses (0.7x magnification with 37mm baselength) |
| Viewfinder Info | LED Shutter speed indication line lights up to indicate suggested speeds |
| Diopter Correction | No (accepts diopters for the Nikon FM3A) |
| Self Timer | No |
| Remote Control | Accepts standard mechanical cable release |
| Multiple Exposure | No |
| Power Source | Two 1.5-Volt LR44/SR44 batteries |
| Dimensions | 5.4 x 3.2 x 1.4" (136 x 81 x 35mm) WxHxD |
| Weight | 1 lb (430 g) |