Voigtlander Bessa-R4A Wide Angle 35mm Rangefinder Manual Focus Camera Body - Black
Voigtlander Bessa Series Cameras are light, unobtrusive cameras that are ideal for handheld lowlight conditions. These rangefinder cameras have a smaller distance between the film and the lens mount than SLRs, which makes for inherently sharper lenses. And above all else, they are small.
The Voigtlander Bessa R4A is a rangefinder camera that was designed with the wide-angle shooter specifically in mind. It has built-in parallax projected framelines for 21, 25, 28, 35, and 50mm lenses. As a result, you no longer need to use an external viewfinder mounted on top of the camera. This means that you can now both frame and focus directly from the built-in viewfinder, eliminating the need to having to move your eye to a separate viewfinder.
Besides for the wide-angle viewfinder of the R4A camera, all other features are identical to the Bessa R3A. Of course, 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 R4 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.
This camera features the AE (Auto-Exposure) Aperture Priority mode, with plus/minus 2 stops compensation on AE.
Note! As a result of the wide-angle design of the viewfinder, this camera is not recommended for use with lenses longer than 50mm, used wide-open, at short distances.
- Viewfinder designed specifically for wide-angle lenses
- TTL Centerweighted light metering
- Clear LED Exposure scale with red for under/overexposure and green for correct exposure
- Vertical-travel electronic metal focal plane shutter
- Exceptionally bright viewfinder with split-image rangefinder patch & brightlines for 21/35, 28, and 25/50mm lenses
- Superior rubberized and anodized body covering materials
- Bayonet Leica M-type lens mount accepts all 39mm screw mount lenses(with the appropriate adapter) from Canon, Leica & Voigtlander, as well as M bayonet-type lenses from Leica, Minolta & Konica
- Compatibility with the Voigtlander Trigger Winder (originally introduced with the Bessa T) for speedy, battery-free film advance
- Compatibility with dioptric correction lenses from the Nikon FM3A camera
| Type | 35mm interchangeable lens rangefinder |
| Lens Mount | Voigtlander VM |
| Focus Modes | Manual |
| Exposure Modes | AE Aperture Priority, 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 | Electronic; 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 rangefinder with brightlines for 21, 25, 28, 35 & 50mm lenses, x.52 Magnification |
| 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 alkaline batteries |
| Dimensions | 5.4 x 3.2 x 1.4" (136 x 81 x 35mm) WxHxD |
| Weight | 1 lb (430 g) |
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Pros
- Accurate
- Comfortable Eyepiece
- Fast Performance
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Street Photography
- Urban Photography
Comments about Voigtlander Bessa R4A Camera:
The Bessa R4A is built like a tank. I'm very impressed with the smooth film advance which leaves approx 2mm between each frame on the film so I can get around 38 exposures from a 36 roll.
The light meter is accurate and the viewfinder has great brightlines even at 21mm and under extremely low light they can still be seen.
I bought this camera because it's much smaller than my SLR setup. I take a lot of travel photographs so carrying around a large kit can be difficult at times. The shutter button is easy to press and works well with a cable release.
Not sure how long the batteries will last in it as it takes two button batteries and I take a lot of long exposures (1-5 minutes is normal for me). So far I've put three rolls through it and it's going fine. I'd advise to keep some spare batteries with you in your kit as since it uses an electrical shutter dead batteries = dead camera. They're small and cheap. Aperture priority on the R4A is a very handy feature.
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Film
Required item: Film is not included-be sure to load your camera with the best film for the shot you need.
Batteries & Power
Be sure to get batteries so you don't get caught without power.
- Price: $3.50
Bags & Cases
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- Price: $21.99
What's in the Box
- 2 x A76 (LR44) 1.5v Alkaline Battery
- 1-Year Warranty
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