Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2016/06/01
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]If it is cheaper, why is buying one without a sensor replacement a non-starter? Leica will replace it for free (probably with a minor CLA) , recalibrate and send it back - just you would be without it for a few weeks... My M9 has been totally reliable since I bought it in 2010. john -----Original Message----- I have always said that once the M9 prices come down to a level that I am prepared to pay, I will buy one. Well, in the past week I have seen two for sale, for $2500 and $2200, respectively. The one I saw this morning has had the sensor replaced. Those prices are within my range, but I now have doubts about reliability. Clearly, buying an M9 that has not had a sensor replacement is out of the question; but in case one has had it, is the new sensor reliable?or is it just a matter of time before it starts rotting just like the original one did? And are there other reliability issues besides the sensor? Digital Leicas have not exactly had a stellar record. TIA, Nathan Nathan Wajsman Alicante, Spain