Leica Camera Japan New product: Leica ZM 12

[Leica Camera Japan] New product: Leica ZM 12 ​ Leica Camera Japan Press release: February 28, 2025 New product: Leica ZM 12 A 39mm case with timeless elegance. A new watch collection with small seconds and 4 unique dials that decorate time
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11879/64/11879-64-cb7044b7cfd362240ea4b68ec97fa536-3061×2165.jpg Leica Camera AG (Headquarters: Wetzlar, Germany, hereinafter referred to as Leica) is pleased to announce its new watch collection “Leica ZM 12”. “Leica ZM 12” is a collection that embodies Leica’s design philosophy by adding a new interpretation to minimalism while achieving the essence of sophisticated beauty. Based on the Leica ZM 11, the two-layer dial has been skillfully evolved to create a new Leica world with a more compact size. The passing of time teaches us the importance of seeing things from a new perspective.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11879/64/11879-64-cb90f228177a601a68f7c8e958594f70-1909×2700.jpg A contemporary reimagining of an iconic design, this timepiece perfectly combines beauty and practicality. The main difference from the Leica ZM 11 is the more compact 39 mm case, which is made of stainless steel or titanium depending on the model. The classic time display with a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock creates a symmetrical balance to the overall aesthetic. The two-layered dial projects depth through the contrast of light and shadow. The colors shine from all angles, and the indexes and hands are coated with Swiss Super-LumiNova (Grade A), ensuring excellent legibility in a variety of lighting conditions. The 38-jewel automatic caliber Leica LA-3002 was developed in close cooperation with Chronode, a Swiss-based watchmaking company that boasts innovation and high technology.The Leica LA-3002 is a 38-jewel automatic caliber that boasts a high accuracy of -4/ 6 seconds per day, adjusted in 5 positions. The movement beats at 28,800 vph and has an impressive power reserve of approximately 60 hours.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11879/64/11879-64-31785e98781b9975c2797d9bcd65b229-1909×2700.jpg “The entire ZMwatch collection embodies Leica’s philosophy of combining technical excellence with minimalist design,” said Andreas Kaufmann, owner of Leica Camera. The Leica ZM 12 is available in four models: the Leica ZM 12 Steel Blue Orange, Leica ZM 12 Steel Silver Grey, Leica ZM 12 Steel Olive Black, and Leica ZM 12 Titanium Chocolate Black, each with a unique shine. The straps are
interchangeable, so you can create your own style and change the look to suit the occasion. Each strap is hand-finished by craftsmen in Leica’s workshops, combining modern technology with traditional craftsmanship. One of the two materials is a premium textile that combines strength and elasticity, making it ideal for everyday use. The design features a unique eye-catching pattern on the beige fabric, adding elegance to your hands. The other is made of high-quality rubber processed from robust materials for durability and comfort. The bright orange color and unique “Clou de Paris” pattern complement your stylish look.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11879/64/11879-64-31dd89f60f2e70a15f874e0167f303e8-1909×2700.jpg Leica ZM 12 Steel Blue Orange
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11879/64/11879-64-5f16a36b342e2ae6f5f1738d986f7c4d-1909×2700.jpg Leica ZM 12 Steel Silver Gray
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11879/64/11879-64-3c3ad9c1378f0046b6c6015c41fad340-1909×2700.jpg Leica ZM 12 Steel Olive Black
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11879/64/11879-64-582ad82461cf58b34bcbc746f116b1d6-1909×2700.jpg Leica ZM 12 Titanium Chocolate Black For more than 150 years, Leica continues to fascinate many people as a brand that symbolizes innovation, outstanding technology, and universal design. The new Leica ZM 12 collection embodies these values ​​and continues a long tradition of functional design, precision craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to quality, making it an iconic product with the highest level of reliability. “Leica ZM 12 Steel Silver Grey,” “Leica ZM 12 Steel Olive Black,” and “Leica ZM 12 Titanium Chocolate Black” are scheduled to be released from Friday, March 7, 2025 at the Leica Store and Leica Online Store. The Leica ZM 12 Steel Blue Orange is scheduled to be released in April of the same year. Click here for details on “Leica ZM 12” About Leica Camera GmbH Leica Camera is a global premium manufacturer and distributor of cameras, lenses, and sports optics with a history spanning more than 150 years. In recent years, we have expanded our business areas as part of our growth strategy, and have also entered the field of mobile imaging
(smartphones). The company also manufactures high-quality eyeglass lenses and watches, and is entering the home cinema market with its own projectors. The company’s headquarters are in Wetzlar, Germany, with a second factory in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. With our own sales companies and over 120 Leica stores around the world, we have built a global sales network. The company currently employs approximately 2,400 people and had sales of 554 million euros in the 2023-24 financial year. Leica is synonymous with the highest standards of quality, German craftsmanship and industrial design combined with innovative technology. As part of our activities leveraging our brand power, we are working to promote photographic culture by establishing approximately 30 Leica galleries around the world, hosting the Leica Academy, and hosting international awards such as the Leica Hall of Fame Award and the Leica Oscar Barnack Award (LOBA).