Today, Leica has announced the SOFORT 2 Burton Edition, a special collaboration with Burton Snowboards honoring founder and snowboarding pioneer Jake Burton Carpenter. This limited-edition camera retains the same hybrid instant functionality and technical specifications as the standard SOFORT 2, while featuring a unique design inspired by Burton’s heritage.
The Jake Blue colorway, combined with Burton’s historic Safari print on the front and the Burton logo on top, makes this edition striking and unique. Additionally, the SOFORT 2 Burton Edition comes with an exclusive Burton-designed camera bag, blending functionality with style for photographers and snowboarders alike.
Pricing, Availability and Ordering
Leica SOFORT 2 Burton Edition will be available soon for a price of $599. If you are interested in pre-ordering the Sofort 2 Burton Edition, you can do so at Leica Store Miami by clicking the button below, calling 305-921-4433 or sending an email to info@leicastoremiami.com.
Press Release
NEW: Leica SOFORT 2 Burton Edition
The collaboration between the iconic brands Leica Camera and Burton Snowboards results in an exclusive special edition of the instant camera.
Teaneck, February 11th, 2025 For over a century, Leica Camera AG has been developing cameras that have repeatedly revolutionized the world of photography. These cameras are built on decades of expertise, but above all, they are driven by a passion for bringing ideas to life. It is this same passion that Leica shares with Burton Snowboards. Jake Burton Carpenter, snowboard pioneer and founder of Burton Snowboards, dedicated his life to this sport, transforming a backyard pastime into the world-class discipline we know today. Jake Burton captured his inspirations with his trusted Leica camera, taking photos of friends and family and posting them on a corkboard in his kitchen.
To honor this visionary, Leica has teamed up with Burton Snowboards to create a special edition: the Leica SOFORT 2 Burton Edition. This unique version of the Leica SOFORT 2 is inspired by the exclusive “Jake Blue” design. In addition to its striking pattern, it stands out from the standard model with the Burton logo on the camera's top cover. The camera comes with a practical Burton camera bag. As a compact and modern instant camera, it seamlessly bridges the gap between digital photography and the tangible analogue world. The camera allows users to print selected photos directly. Thanks to its integration with the Leica FOTOS App, users can even print images captured on their smartphone or another Leica camera.
The Leica SOFORT 2 embodies a clear, minimalist design while offering a range of creative possibilities on the go. With versatile modes such as selfie, landscape, and macro, it also features ten lens and film effects, ensuring a great photographic experience.
Tech Specs
| Designation | Leica Sofort 2 |
| Camera type | Hybrid instant camera with print function |
| Type No. | 8262 |
| Order No. | White: 19188, Red: 19189, Black: 19190 |
| Storage Medium | Internal memory (approx. 45 images), microSD/microSDHC card (approx. 850 images per GB ) |
| Material | Synthetic housing: Polycarbonate frame with polymethyl methacrylate front and back cover |
| Operating conditions | +5°C to +40°C |
| Interfaces | USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C |
| Tripod thread | A 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”) in the base |
| Dimensions | 123mm wide, 87mm tall, 44mm thick |
| Weight | 320 grams (without film pack, with lens cap) |
| Sensor size | CMOS-Sensor, 1⁄5” |
| Filter | RGB color filter |
| File formats | JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31) |
| Image resolution | 2560×1920 pixels (4.9MP) |
| File size | Approx. 1.2MB |
| Color space | sRGB |
| Lens | Leica Summar 2.4 f/2 (equivalent to approx. 28mm format) |
| Aperture range | f/2 to f/16 (automatic exposure control) |
| Creative function | Normal, Vignette, Soft Focus, Blur, Fisheye, Color Shift, Light Leak, Mirror, Double Exposure, Half-Frame |
| Output options | Images stored in the internal memory and on the inserted memory card can optionally be printed. The last 50 prints will be saved and can be output repeatedly. When the Leica FOTOS app is connected, images can be sent to the camera via app for camera output after printing |
| Output resolution | 1600 x 600 pixels (800 x 600 pixels for output via the Leica FOTOS app) |
| Compatible film packs | Leica instant film pack: Sofort color film pack (mini), warm white: 19677, Sofort color film pack (mini) Neo Gold: 19678, Sofort color film duo pack (mini), warm white: 19679 |
| Output film effects | Normal, Vivid, Pale, Canvas, Monochrome, Sepia, Yellow, Red, Blue, Retro |
| Image output time | Approx. 16 seconds |
| Developing time | Approx. 90 seconds |
| Film pack size | 86 x 54mm (3.4 x 2.1 inches) |
| Image size | 62 x 46mm (2.4 x 1.8 inches) |
| LCD panel | 3” TFT LCD, approx. 460,000 dots |
| Shutter speeds | 1⁄4 – 1⁄8000s (automatic exposure control) |
| Focus range | 10cm to ∞ |
| Focus mode | AFs |
| Exposure metering | TTL 256 split metering, multimetering |
| Exposure modes | Program AE mode |
| Exposure compensation | ±2EV in 1⁄3 EV increments |
| ISO sensitivity range | ISO 100 to ISO 1600 (automatic exposure control) |
| White balance | Automatic (Auto), presets (Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3) |
| Flash range | Effective range: approx. 0.5m-1.5 m |
| Flash control | Auto/On/Off |
| Bluetooth* | Bluetooth 4.2 LE: 2402–2480MHz, maximum output (e.i.r.p.): 7.79 dBm |
| Menu languages | English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean |
| Internal battery | Lithium-ion battery (internal, non-removable), Made in China; 3.7V, 740mAh, 2.6 W, Approx. 100 instant photographs (with fully charged battery), Charging time approx. 2–3 hours with camera switched off: 5 V/500 mA (2.5W to 5 W) |
| USB power supply | When in standby mode or off: USB charging functionWhen on: USB power supply and intermittent charging |
| Scope of delivery | USB cable, carry strap, quick start guide, lens cap |
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