Leica Mini Zoom | Vintage 35mm Film Camera

Shot on film

Sample 35mm film photos

Real film-style examples to show the look, colour and feeling this kind of camera can create.

Sample 35mm film photo – portrait in a red phone booth

Sample 35mm film photo – boats on a canal in Venice

Sample 35mm film photo – friends at night with on-camera flash

Sample 35mm film photo – sunset through trees by the water

Sample 35mm film photo – friends outdoors at night with flash

Sample 35mm film photo – golden sunset over hills and a lake

About this camera

About the Leica Mini Zoom 35mm Point-and-Shoot Film Camera

Looking for a compact 35mm camera with genuine Leica optics and the flexibility of a zoom? The Leica Mini Zoom is a pocketable point-and-shoot from the mid-'90s, built around a true Leica Vario-Elmar 35-70mm zoom lens - giving you the freedom to frame wide scenes or move in closer, all with the same trusted point-and-shoot ease as the standard Mini.

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Why you’ll love it

Effortless shootingSimple point-and-shoot operation.
Everyday readyCompact enough for travel and daily carry.
Classic resultsNatural 35mm colour, grain and character.

At a glance

Brand	Leica
Film format	35mm film
Grades in stock	Grade 7

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Make it ready to shoot

Add film or accessories in one step so your camera arrives ready for your first roll.

Condition & testing

Every vintage camera tested before it ships

We inspect every camera before it leaves us, checking lens clarity, flash, shutter response, film advance and the battery compartment.

Shutter & film advance tested
Lens checked
Flash tested where applicable
Securely packed

Tutorials & guides

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Overview

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Condition grades

Which condition grade should I buy?

Every grade is tested and working. Grades mostly differ in cosmetic wear: choose a higher grade if looks matter, or a lower grade to save.

10: Near Perfect
9: Excellent
8: Great
7: Good
6: Fair

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More information

Full details, grading and specifications

Description

Perfect for:

Enthusiasts wanting genuine Leica optics with the flexibility of a zoom lens
Travel, portraits & everyday photography where extra reach helps
Photographers who want a versatile Leica point-and-shoot without an M-series price tag

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Looking for a compact 35mm camera with genuine Leica optics and the flexibility of a zoom? The Leica Mini Zoom is a pocketable point-and-shoot from the mid-'90s, built around a true Leica Vario-Elmar 35-70mm zoom lens - giving you the freedom to frame wide scenes or move in closer, all with the same trusted point-and-shoot ease as the standard Mini.

✔ Genuine Leica Vario-Elmar zoom lens – Built around a 35-70mm f/4.0-7.6 Vario-Elmar lens, the Mini Zoom lets you shoot wide environmental scenes or zoom in for tighter portraits, all with genuine Leica optics.

✔ Compact, travel-ready body – At 124mm x 69mm x 42mm and around 250g without battery, the Mini Zoom stays pocketable despite its added zoom versatility, making it an easy everyday-carry or travel companion.

✔ Fully automatic operation – Active infrared autofocus (60cm to infinity, with focus lock) paired with programmed auto-exposure and DX-coded film speed detection means you simply point, zoom and shoot.

✔ Built-in automatic flash with red-eye reduction – A pre-flash fires ahead of the main flash to reduce red-eye, so portraits and low-light shots come out cleaner straight out of the camera.

✔ Genuine Leica craftsmanship – From its precise zoom control to its solid build, the Mini Zoom carries the same attention to detail Leica is known for, in a more versatile everyday package than the fixed-lens Mini.

Whether you're a Leica collector after a more versatile everyday shooter or someone who wants genuine Leica with the extra reach of a zoom, the Leica Mini Zoom delivers crisp, classic 35mm results in a package that goes anywhere.

Battery Requirement – This reusable film camera operates with 1x CR123A 3V battery (sold separately).

For 'Grade 6 - Fair' Cameras: Minor quirks or functional notes may apply. Please check the 'Condition & Notes' section below for full details.

To learn more about our camera grades, please view our Grading Scale.

Grade

Grade: We grade every camera carefully so you can shop with confidence, knowing exactly what you’ll receive. Each one is thoroughly tested to ensure it works as intended, and our grading scale helps you understand the overall condition and any minor imperfections that distinguish it from a like-new example.

Grade 10 – Near Perfect: Near-perfect, minimal to no wear, flawless functions, crystal-clear lens.
Grade 9 – Excellent: Lightly used, faint scuffs, fully functional, clean lens.
Grade 8 – Great: Normal signs of use, minor surface marks, fully functional.
Grade 7 – Good: Well-loved with visible wear or small quirks, but everything works as it should.
Grade 6 – Fair: Heavier wear and noticeable imperfections. It may also have minor functional quirks or imperfections, but it is fully functional and full of character.

If you’d like more clarity regarding our classifications, please view our grading scale here, or please don't hesitate to reach out to our team — we’re always happy to help!

Usability

Usability: This camera suits everyday travel, street and portrait photography, with the extra reach of the Vario-Elmar zoom giving more framing flexibility than a fixed-lens compact. The built-in flash with pre-flash red-eye reduction performs well for portraits in low light.

Beginner Friendly?: Yes!

Sample Photos

Sample Photos: Click here to see example photos by talented photographers using this exact camera model!

Shipping & Returns

Free Shipping: Free express shipping Australia-wide on camera orders. Standard shipping is $13 on other items, and free on orders over $100. Please select ‘Free Shipping’ at checkout.

Easy Returns: Faulty camera? Every camera is backed by our 30-day warranty. As these are vintage film cameras, we encourage you to test yours early.

Change of Mind: You can apply within 7 days of the camera arriving. You pay return shipping, and payment processing fees are deducted from your refund (or you can exchange for another camera).

Please note: International customers are responsible for the cost of return shipping and for ensuring the parcel reaches us safely, so please consider a registered/insured service. Visit our Return Policy for full details.

Customer Support

Customer Support: Free express shipping Australia-wide is available on eligible orders.

Every camera is checked, cleaned and securely packed before it leaves us, so it arrives safely and ready for your next roll.

Need help after your camera arrives? We can assist with choosing film, loading your camera, understanding condition grades and basic camera use.

7-day change-of-mind returns and a 30-day warranty on faulty cameras, in line with our Return Policy.

Product Specifications

Dimensions: 124mm x 69mm x 42mm
Weight: 250g without the battery
Lens: 35-70mm, f/4.0-7.6 Leica Vario-Elmar (7 elements in 6 groups)
Autofocus, active infrared (60cm to infinity, with focus lock)
Auto-exposure, with shutter speeds of 1/4-1/300s (plus manual 'B' mode for long exposures)
Auto-flash, with pre-flash red-eye reduction
Power: 3v Lithium CR123A (1x)

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: The photos shown in this listing are of the exact camera you will receive. Colours may vary slightly due to lighting conditions. Please refer to our 'Condition' dropdown box or our 'Grading Scale' page for more clarity on the overall condition of each film camera. An example sample photo is used to highlight the type of photography this camera can produce. PHOTOGRAPHER: bephep

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