Meet the LEICA lllg

The Leica IIIg was the last of the ‘Barnack’ Leicas, produced between 1957 and 1960. It is still in popular use today with film photographers who seek a compact high quality 35mm film camera. In this video I look briefly at the history of this camera, its features, and how to use it.

[geoffchaplin]

Very thorough - with one exception. You forgot to mention how beautiful it is! ;-)

[howiegoldfarb]

Outstanding instructional video I’m 75 & this brings back so many memories

[shred]

That’s a beautiful example of a IIIg. I’ve got a Rolleicord from 1958 in excellent condition and similar to the Leica, the wonderful engineering and operating quirks of that era make them a joy to use

[jimleonardphotography]

YouTube prompted me towards this video and I have to say I really enjoyed watching, so much so that I'm taking my IIIg out for a ramble today.

[michaeldimmitt]

That was an excellent video! I think one of the best ever! The well lit and closeup focus makes an incredible difference! Plus you showed every working part clearly and slow enough so that those of us unfamiliar with the model could actually grasp its function properly. It felt like I have actually held and operated it myself! Would love to shoot a few rolls with one soon! Thanks for an awesome video! I hope If I ever make an instructional video that it is at least half as good as this was! Tschüss!

[christosmilonas]

Greately impressed! Please produce more such informative videos! They are fantastic! Thank You for shareing!

[jacktouristt]

Another wonderful video, Andrew. Youtube needs more videos with your presentation style.

[milandragojlovich]

What a great presentation, well and very politely done; to match the great “mechanical/photo marvel”; for many, an early mechanical Leica provides a much slower, more enjoyable, very involved photo-experience; thank you…

[johnmilkins]

Thank you Andrew, a comprehensive, well paced exploration of a lovely camera and lens.

[andreasandomenico]

Same sort of voice of David Attenborough but talking about leicas and not dodgy porcupines! Just love it!

[davidboettcher]

Excellent, inspiring video. The last time I used my 1936 IIIb I used Fuji Velvia, but your black and white prints look great, I'm off to buy some Ilford HP5. I believe it used to be made not far from here, in Mobberly, Cheshire.

[haymobachmaier]

Great Video 📷🍀👏 Thank you. I love my IIIg too👏

[thngo]

Beaut to see the IIIg in use.
Thoughtful commentary.

[ronjohn]

A thorough and clear presentation. Excellent video.

[renemies]

Such a great video and a beautiful camera as well.

[juancampos]

Nice review, Very comforting that people still use mechanical wonders.

[denispgakelly]

Marvellous work explaining the operation of a wonderful camera.

[chenmunn]

Love this video. It explains a lot - and very systematically - the use of the iiig. I was initially skeptical about the 'old-fashion-ness' of the barnacks, but you made it crisp and concise. Now, I'm more confident of considering this gem (which - well - is no good if we're talking about GAS), Thanks Andrew! And I've subscribed to your channel for more valuable tidbits!

[chrisbarrett]

Perfect overview and how to on this camera. Great video.

[northof-]

People who advocate for "full frame" tend to forget that the original 35mm format was actually about the same size as today's APS-C sensors.
And that format was used to project film on the regular and large movie theater screens.
Btw., Nikon also made self-loading film cartridges.
Looks like they copied the shutter button & collar design.
Brilliant video.
Subbed.
Thx.