M9 sensor replacement poll....

[Rob-F]

They say it takes less time now.

For the sensor to go kaput? Or to get it fixed?

 

[rfaspen]

To get it fixed. Mine took about 6-7 months if I remember correctly....

 

[raid]

My M-E performed well until I moved to SE Asia... Since my arrival there, the sensor went Kaput real fast. So I suppose the humidity is to blame. Having it fixed as we speak.

How will you protect the M9 next against humidity and another broken sensor?

 

[albertospa]

This is an old story now.
Leica has replaced the CCD sensor free of charge with a new sensor without delamination defect. So now the new sensors don't present any problems.

 

[raid]

I hope this is a fact.

 

[Out to Lunch]

How will you protect the M9 next against humidity and another broken sensor?

No idea. I'll use it as long as it lasts. C'est la vie.

 

[Ronald M]

I keep mine in a bag with desicant when not in use. I`ll pay for a new sensor if available.

 

[Ronald M]

How will you protect the M9 next against humidity and another broken sensor?

In a bag with desicant and do not subject it to quick temp changes or clean it with liquids. Blower or lens pen does the trick. If required, and has not been, I will use the sticky wand, not the Chinese imitation of Eyelead. Made in Germany version for Sony and Leica. No substitutes.

 

[raid]

Keeping a camera inside a bag with desicant may (maybe!) dry out the camera too much.

 

[kinch123]

My M9M and ME sensors are original and so far (touch wood!) are OK. Living in the tropics, I keep all my cameras in dry boxes. Maybe this helps. Probably just pure luck and I've gone and jinxed myself by posting about it here 😀

 

[Archiver]

When a M9 camera with the first generation sensor starts to delaminate is difficult to predict. It is possible the most careful handling during camera assembly and, or careful, skillful sensor cleaning can cause micro scratches which increases water vapor penetration. Some cameras are used in high humidity locations. Some cameras experience a greater range of operation temperatures and different rates of thermal expansion and contraction.

Likewise, once delamination begins the rate of delamination growth can range from very slow to very fast.

Anecdotal reports about delamination vary widely because many variables are involved. But one thing is certain - sooner or later all first-generation sensor glass covers will delaminate. Once delamination begins it will continue.

Thank you for this great breakdown of the cause and timing of the M9 corrosion issue. I only just saw this, but it lays it all out perfectly.

My M9 is still going strong, no corrosion after the sensor was replaced for free in 2017. Interestingly, it doesn't attract dust anywhere near as badly as it used to, either.

 

[Ko.Fe.]

Interestingly, it doesn't attract dust anywhere near as badly as it used to, either.

I noticed the same.

 

[f.hayek]

My Monochrom lived a quiet life, without dramatic temperature changes or excess humidity. The rot set in within 18 months of purchase. I guess since the glass cover and the underlying adhesion are microns thick, any amount of water can make its way into some invisible fissure.

 

[MaZo]

M9 sensor discontinued

M9 sensor discontinued

Newest important Leica announcement for M9 users: "The production of the CCD sensors for the Leica M9 models has been discontinued. Therefore, subsequent deliveries are no longer possible and defective sensors cannot be replaced."

https://en.leica-camera.com/World-o...-camera-models-Leica-M9-M9-P-M9-Monochrom-M-E

 

[CameraQuest]

wow, a huge replacement rate yet the camera is still LOVED

 

[ymc226]

I have a M9-P which I purchased new when they first came out. I searched for signs of corrosion during the times when Leica would replace the sensor gratis but the sensor remained corrosion free. I keep all of my Leica cameras and lenses in a humidity cabinet though the house is air conditioned. My M9M did develop early signs of corrosion and received a free sensor replacement last year. Though my M9-P remains free of any issues, I do want to keep this one as long as it is operable. In that sense, I dropped it off at Leica Los Angeles yesterday to send to NJ to receive a sensor replacement. Hopefully in 5 weeks, I will get it back with a new sensor.

 

[Lss]

wow, a huge replacement rate yet the camera is still LOVED

I guess everyone knows why the replacement rate is high.

It’s a good camera with very few and very expensive true alternatives. That is why people like it.

 

[raid]

I have a M9-P which I purchased new when they first came out. I searched for signs of corrosion during the times when Leica would replace the sensor gratis but the sensor remained corrosion free. I keep all of my Leica cameras and lenses in a humidity cabinet though the house is air conditioned. My M9M did develop early signs of corrosion and received a free sensor replacement last year. Though my M9-P remains free of any issues, I do want to keep this one as long as it is operable. In that sense, I dropped it off at Leica Los Angeles yesterday to send to NJ to receive a sensor replacement. Hopefully in 5 weeks, I will get it back with a new sensor.

What is the cost of a new sensor? $1500?

 

[selahsean]

What is the cost of a new sensor? $1500?

Had my sensor replaced in November 2019 in New Jersey for $1600

 

[raid]

Had my sensor replaced in November 2019 in New Jersey for $1600

I thought so, It is not cheap.