[Leica] FS: Leica M8.2 for sale

[kenlass at gate.net (Ken Lassiter)]

FS: Leica M8.2 complete
Leica M8.2, Black, model 10711, serial # 3556498, purchased new in December 
2008. This camera was used on my trip to Cuba as well as for a lot of event 
and travel photography. The only mark on the camera is a 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. The condition of this camera is Mint minus.
   This is the improved model of the M8. It has a harder scratch-proof 
sapphire crystal LCD, optional discrete shutter release/re-cock, and 
viewfinder frames for correct viewing at 2 meters rather than at 0.7 M 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. Why am I selling 
it? I have a Leica M Type 240 and am not using the M8.2 anymore. This camera 
should be used and enjoyed. This camera works well for almost all Leica M 
lenses. The exceptions are the Dual-Range 50mm Summicron and the 21mm 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 28mm 
lens shoots like a 37mm, a 35 mm lens shoots like 47mm, and a 50mm lens 
shoots like a 67mm. I leave the 35mm lens on most of the time. Leica 
recommends using an IR-UV filter for best color rendition. (I have Leica 
IR-UV filters that should be left on each lens: 2 E-39, 1 E-46 and an E-55 
for sale separately)
   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 difficult 
to see. When the camera was serviced by Leica, the image numbering was reset 
to the beginning.

Asking price including insured shipping in the USA: US$1,895. Or make your 
best offer.

Photographs available if interested. Contact 561-732-6104 OR 
kenlass at gate.net

Ken Lassiter, Boynton Beach, Florida