Leica for Less... how to do it

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Leica for Less!
One of the biggest barriers to entry for a new Leica photographer is the high cost of Leica equipment. Many get quickly discouraged when they see the prices of new Leica gear. Few look at the used alternatives which lower the financial bar of entry to the system. Surprisingly, getting a model one or two behind the current model saves you lots of money and you won’t be sacrificing much.
In this video will look at the various Leica used options, from Dealer Used to Private Seller Used. We also look at the balance between new features and high price versus older feature sets and value. This video explores the pitfalls of buying used from private sellers and on sites like Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and eBay. We also examine the warranties offered by many dealers.
Bottom line, Leica photography isn’t just for high net worth photographers. While still a challenge to entry, there are things you can do to lower that high cost of ownership.
**Thank you to Tony Rose, owner of PopFlash Photo online dealer and formally of Tony Rose Camera in Montecito, California for his wealth of information I used to make this video. Tony has been a staple of Leica photography in the Los Angeles area for many decades. He says “information is always free.” Please visit his site at the following link:
www.popflash.com
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:46 - How Expensive is a Leica camera?
01:36 - Buying a Leica Digital Camera for Less
02:09 - Even Cheaper Leica Digital Cameras
02:25 - M9 Sensor Corrosion
02:33 - Digital and Film Leica Model Numbers
02:40 - Cheaper Leica Film Cameras
03:25 - Where to Buy Used Leica Cameras
04:22 - Overall Used Market Savings for Leica Cameras
05:36 - Economics of Purchasing Leica Lenses
06:28 - Leica Retro Lenses Rock!
06:49 - Third Party Lens Options for Leica M Mount
07:39 - Wrap Up and Goodbye
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