Terrifying Photo from the Minneapolis ICE Protests Will Have You Shopping for Leicas
Gizmodo • • technology
Key Points:
- During protests at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, photographer John Abernathy was tackled by ICE agents and reportedly threw his Leica camera to prevent its confiscation.
- Abernathy sustained injuries, including tear gas and pepper spray exposure, while his Leica M10 camera survived being thrown onto concrete with minimal damage.
- The Leica M10, valued around $4,595, is praised for its durable construction featuring a magnesium alloy chassis and scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass, contributing to its resilience in harsh conditions.
- ICE accused protestors of throwing objects and creating hazardous conditions but did not specifically mention cameras among the items thrown.
- Leica cameras are high-end products with prices ranging up to $9,500 for models like the M11,
