F1 unveils limited-edition Leica camera with eye-watering $9,950 price tag
Formula 1 had a busy few days. The championship finalised licensing partnership agreement with Leica Camera, resulting in a carbon-accented model priced at an eye-watering $9,950. It's a luxury toy for people who like F1 and photography enough to warrant an almost-five-figure purchase. The model is a limited production variant of the Q3 43 line, pairing a 60-megapixel full-frame imaging sensor…
Formula 1 has announced a limited-edition Leica camera with a $9,950 price tag. The partnership between the sports car racing league and the camera manufacturer resulted in a luxury model crafted from carbon fibre. The carbon-accented Q3 43 camera boasts a 60-megapixel full-frame imaging sensor and a 43mm APO-Summicron f/2 optic.
This model is designed to provide an authentic photographic experience for F1 enthusiasts and photography lovers. The camera's design incorporates racing-inspired elements, such as a grip featuring a non-slip Microvelour texture similar to a racing steering wheel, and a logo on the upper housing and lens cover. The camera is available for purchase through Leica's retail locations, e-commerce platform, and authorized dealers.
Formula 1 drivers, including Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris, have been seen using this camera to capture their own race photos.
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