What is the cheapest used Leica M4 (Black Paint) in the UK?

The cheapest used Leica M4 (Black Paint) currently listed is £169.00 at MrCAD, based on 11 listings compared across 4 UK retailers.

How many used Leica M4 (Black Paint) are for sale in the UK?

There are currently 11 used Leica M4 (Black Paint) listings available across 4 UK retailers on UsedLens, updated daily.

What sensor format does the Leica M4 (Black Paint) use?

The Leica M4 (Black Paint) features a Full Frame sensor.

Used Leica M4 (Black Paint) for Sale — From £169

£169.00 Low price

£3622.99 High price

11 Listings

4 Retailers

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Leica M4 in coveted black paint finish, developing unique brass patina — one of the most collectible cameras in existence.

The Leica M4 in Black Paint is one of the most collectible Leica variants, featuring the traditional black paint finish that wears through to reveal the underlying brass with use — a characteristic that Leica enthusiasts consider a mark of authentic professional use. The M4 from 1967 refined the M3/M2 design.

The M4 introduced the angled rewind crank, improved film loading, and added 35mm framelines to the viewfinder alongside 50mm, 90mm, and 135mm. The fully mechanical shutter operates without batteries, and the bright rangefinder provides precise manual focusing with all M-mount lenses.

Build quality is Leica's finest with machined brass under the black paint finish. The black paint develops a distinctive brass patina with use that is highly prized — each camera develops a unique pattern based on handling, creating an irreproducible personal character.

The Leica M4 Black Paint commands extraordinary collector prices as one of the most desirable Leica finishes. The combination of black paint patina potential, improved M4 features over M3/M2, and the mechanical M-series reliability makes it one of the most sought-after cameras in existence.