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December 18, 2014
Leica | Special Limited Edition "Leica X Edition Moncler" Released
Leica
Leica x Moncler Collaboration Camera: World Limited to 1,500 Units
Special Limited Edition Model: Leica X Edition Moncler
Leica and Moncler collaborate! A special limited edition model, the "Leica X Edition Moncler," will be released in November at Leica stores, Leica boutiques, and select limited retailers. This model features a compact digital camera, the "Leica X," with a silver body, clad in exquisite leather in blue, white, and red, colors inspired by the French flag where Moncler was founded. It will also be available at major Moncler flagship stores.
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)
German Digital Technology Meets Fashion Brand Collaboration!
On October 14th (Tuesday), an exhibition by Leica, Moncler, and creative director Fabien Baron was unveiled at London Sotheby's, where the "Leica X Edition Moncler" was revealed for the first time to commemorate the special premiere of the monument.
The "Leica X Edition Moncler" is based on the new "Leica X" compact digital camera, "Made in Germany." It is equipped with an APS-C size CMOS sensor (16.5 megapixels total, 16.2 megapixels effective), also found in digital SLR cameras, and a high-performance, bright lens, the "Leica Summilux f1.7/23 mm ASPH." This combination provides the freedom to fully express creativity and achieves exceptionally vivid image quality.
In addition to the classic camera body with Leica's signature luxurious feel, it comes with accessories designed by Moncler. The white camera case has a soft finish, evoking the texture of a down jacket.
Furthermore, the white genuine leather camera strap is engraved with "Leica & Moncler," signifying the collaboration between the two brands, adding a special touch.
The fusion of the "Leica X," with its intuitive and simple operating concept, and the luxury brand Moncler's sensibility, will appeal strongly not only to camera enthusiasts but also to fashionistas.
Leica X Edition Moncler
Release: Scheduled for November release
Price: ¥378,000
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