[Leica] For Sale: Leica M8.2 Camera complete

[Kenneth Lassiter]

*For Sale: Leica M8.2 Camera complete*

Leica M8.2, Black, model 10711, serial # 3556498, purchased new in December
2008. The condition of this camera is Mint minus. The only mark on the
camera is a very faint, short scratch on the front of the top. The original
plastic protector strip is still on the bottom. The VF is clear and the RF
is aligned perfectly. The sensor is clean.

   This is the improved model of the M8. It has a harder scratch-proof
sapphire crystal LCD in perfect condition, optional discrete shutter
release/re-cock, and viewfinder frames for correct viewing at 2 meters
rather than at 0.7 meters as with the M8. The Red Dot on the M8 is replaced
with a more discrete Black Dot. The battery charger is smaller and more
efficient. A good review of the M8.2 is at:
http://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/leica_m82_review/

   The camera comes complete with factory packaging, shoulder strap,
battery charger with two good batteries (one extra), 120- and 240 volt
charging cables and one cable for charging using 12 volts in a car. There
is also a cable for connecting to a computer via USB. Both the original
instruction book and Capture One software than came with the camera is
included.

   Discrete, quiet, simple and a great feel in the hand. This camera works
well for almost all Leica M lenses. The exceptions are the Dual-Range 50 mm
Summicron in close-up mode and the 21 mm Super Angulon which protrudes too
far into the camera body. The Kodak 10 MB sensor is not full frame so the
viewfinder is corrected by 1.33X. Therefore, a 28 mm lens shoots like a 37
mm, a 35 mm lens shoots like 47 mm, and a 50 mm lens shoots like a 67 mm. I
leave the 35 mm lens on most of the time. Leica recommends using an IR-UV
filter for best color rendition. (I have Leica IR-UV filters that just I
left on each lens: 2 of the E-39, 1 E-46 and 1 E-55 – filters of your
choice are included.)

   This camera was returned to Leica once for their special tune-up and
maintenance servicing in 2012. There are no known problems except a small
coffee stain that sometimes shows in the middle of the LCD; this is a
common problem with M8s. Unfortunately, Leica cannot repair this but it has
absolutely no effect on images. As a photo of the LCD shows, it is very
difficult to see. When the camera was serviced by Leica, the image
numbering was reset back to the beginning. The estimated number of shutter
operations is between 3,000 and 5,000 cycles based on image numbering.



SPECIAL FOR LUG MEMBERS: This offer includes a signed copy of Brian Bower’s
book, LEICA M DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY, covering the both Leica M8 and M8.2.
Soft Cover, 182 pages, 8 ½ X 11 inches trim size. Many four-color
illustrations. Learn everything about your Leica M8.2.



PRICE:  Asking price for complete camera, your choice of IR-UV filters and
Brian Bower’s book including insured shipping in the USA: US$1,995.Outside
the USA: Shipping cost will be extra. Prepayment by money order or Paypal.



Photographs available and will be emailed if interested. Contact Ken
Lassiter at 561-247-7725 OR kenlass904 at gmail.com.



Ken Lassiter, Lantana, Florida