# All-Black Rangefinder Cameras Rag & Bone and Leica Made a Glow-in-the-Dark Monochrom Camera By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-03-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monochrom-camera References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/03/08/leica-m-246-stealth-edition/#4) & [us.leica-camera](https://us.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-M/Leica-M-Special-Editions/Stealth) Fashion brand [Rag & Bone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rag-bone1) collaborated with photography company [Leica](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-leica) to create a limited-edition version of the classic 125 M Monochrom camera. The [rangefinder camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-m-ev1) offers unobstructed stealth angles, with fast zoom and high-quality auto focus. The exterior of the camera features all of the original branding removed and replaced with a matte black color with glow-in-the-dark green accents. This limited-edition camera only shoots in black and white, allowing for sharp, high-quality images. The stylish exterior now matches the stylish photos this camera can produce, making it an instant classic in the photography world. The new stealthy edition of the M Monochrom camera by Rag & Bone and Leica is paired with Leica's 35 mm lens, melding compact and portable design with amazing optics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Limited-edition Cameras:** The collaboration between Rag & Bone and Leica showcases the trend of creating exclusive camera designs. - **Stealthy Rangefinder Cameras:** The all-black exterior and glow-in-the-dark accents on the camera highlight the trend of creating cameras with sleek and inconspicuous designs. - **Monochromatic Photography:** The black and white shooting capability of the camera aligns with the trend of emphasizing the beauty and simplicity of monochromatic images. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The collaboration between Rag & Bone and Leica demonstrates the potential for fashion brands to venture into the photography industry and create stylish camera designs. - **Photography:** The launch of the limited-edition M Monochrom camera highlights the continuous innovation within the photography industry, particularly in the realm of camera design and functionality. - **Luxury Goods:** The exclusivity and premium features of the Rag & Bone and Leica camera cater to the luxury goods market, presenting opportunities for further innovation in the luxury photography industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashion-Branded Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-leica.md) - [Kevlar-Wrapped Monochrome Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q2-monochrome-reporter.md) - [Sleek Limited Edition Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Hiroshi-Fujiwara-1.md) - [Monochrome Sensor Digital Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensor-digital-camera.md) - [Ghostly Collaboration Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hodinkee-x-leica-q2-ghost.md) - [Digital Black-and-White Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricoh-gr-iv-monochrome.md) - [Gilded Collaboration Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-mp-unique-gold.md) - [Street-Informed Camouflage Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-stash-and-leica.md) - [Checkered Digital Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-dlux-7-vans.md)