라이카루머스에 따르면, 라이카가 해머톤(Hammertone) 마감의 새로운 M-A 카메라를 조만간 발표할 것이라는 루머가 나왔습니다. 루머 내용은 전 세계 1,600대 한정 생산되는 리미티드 에디션이라는 것입니다.
이전 보도 정정
이 사이트는 2026년 6월에 라이카 M11-P 해머톤 모델이 나올 것이라고 보도한 적이 있습니다. 그러나 이번 글에서는 그 정보가 잘못되었다고 정정했습니다. 다만 라이카가 M-A와 M11-P 두 가지 해머톤 버전을 모두 내놓는다면 얘기가 달라질 수 있다는 단서를 달았습니다.
배경: 2026년 4월 긴자 스토어 한정판
라이카는 2026년 4월 긴자 스토어 20주년을 기념해 M-A 해머톤 한정 모델을 먼저 선보인 바 있습니다. 아래 사진이 그 모델입니다. 다만 이번 루머가 이 모델과 직접 이어지는 후속작인지는 기사에서 확인되지 않습니다.
아직 확인되지 않은 정보
현재로서는 가격, 정확한 발표일, 사양 변경 여부가 공개되지 않았습니다. 라이카의 공식 발표가 나오기 전까지는 루머로 보는 것이 적절합니다. 운영자 코멘트를 덧붙이실 때 이 점을 함께 언급하면 좋겠습니다.
Leica is rumored to announce a new M11-P Hammertone (Hammerschlag) limited edition camera later this year. The mockups below provide a preview of what the final design might look like (all pictures are mockups):
Additional information on Leica Hammertone cameras:
What is “Hammertone”?
Leica Hammertone cameras feature a distinctive textured grey “hammered” or pebbled paint finish that gives them an industrial, tool-like appearance. Leica has a long history of making Hammertone cameras
The Hammertone finish originated in the late 1950s/early 1960s at Ernst Leitz Wetzlar. It was primarily used on scientific and optical instruments (microscopes, slide projectors, enlargers, etc.) because it hid minor surface imperfections on machined parts, was extremely durable, and was more cost-effective than high-gloss finishes. The Hammertone finish has a rugged, almost military/scientific character that develops a unique patina with use (some light brassing can occur on edges).
Leica rarely applied it to actual 35mm cameras. The first (and for decades the only) official photographic camera version appeared in 1964, when Leica produced just 10 Leica MD bodies in grey Hammertone (serial numbers 1102501–1102510). These simplified M-series bodies (no viewfinder) were made for scientific/copying use with the Visoflex reflex housing. Matching hammertone Visoflex housings were also supplied. These 10 cameras are now legendary rarities among collectors.
Most notable Leica Hammertone cameras
1964 Leica MD Grey Hammertone (only 10 made): the original and rarest. Extremely collectible as the direct inspiration for all later Hammertone Leicas.
2003 Leica MP Grey Hammertone “LHSA 1968-2003” (1,400 units): the most famous and iconic “Hammertone” camera. Produced to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Leica Historical Society of America (LHSA). It is a mechanical MP with the signature grey hammertone finish on the top and bottom plates (contrasting chrome controls and accents). Many were sold as sets that included a chrome Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH lens and sometimes a Leicavit rapid winder, all styled with retro 1950s touches. It remains one of the most desirable and visually striking special editions Leica ever made.
2026 Leica M-A Hammertone “Ginza 20th Anniversary” (100 units) The newest official Hammertone edition (announced April 2026). Based on the fully mechanical, battery-free M-A film camera. It carries the classic grey hammertone finish on the top cover and base plate, plus a special “20 JAHRE” engraving. Made exclusively for the Japanese market to mark 20 years of the Leica Store Ginza (the world’s first directly operated Leica store). A modern, limited tribute to the classic look.
