marleigh99 Posted September 4, 2015 Share #1 Posted September 4, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) Am new to the forum (having acquired my 109 two days ago) and am looking for a good ERC.. but can't find one!There's a few on ebay and amazon but they look crude and clunky... the lens part looks really out of proportion. The only good ones I've seen are Italian and about 300 euros - much too much. I don't want a half-case (plenty of those around). Any ideas? (Am based in UK but going to NY next month) in case anyone knows of availability there... Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted September 4, 2015 Posted September 4, 2015 Hi marleigh99, Take a look here D-Lux 109 ever ready case. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Andreas Braun Posted September 4, 2015 Share #2 Posted September 4, 2015 Am new to the forum (having acquired my 109 two days ago) and am looking for a good ERC.. but can't find one!There's a few on ebay and amazon but they look crude and clunky... the lens part looks really out of proportion. The only good ones I've seen are Italian and about 300 euros - much too much. I don't want a half-case (plenty of those around). Any ideas? (Am based in UK but going to NY next month) in case anyone knows of availability there... Thanks If you are looking for a case for just the 109 without the possibility to also store batteries or the flash the Lowepro Santiago DV 35 is strongly recommended: http://store.lowepro.com/santiago-dv-35 It's by far the smallest solution with the additional advantage of highly effective protection due to the hard case design. I's a very tight fit - you even have to remove the internal pad for storing memory cards - but the result is convincing. Andreas Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marleigh99 Posted September 4, 2015 Author Share #3 Posted September 4, 2015 (edited) Thanks. Had a look but I need a conventional ERC. Will keep on searching! Edited September 4, 2015 by marleigh99 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted September 5, 2015 Share #4 Posted September 5, 2015 The Leica cases 18821 & 18822 look interesting at first glance. Any problem with them? Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/249716-d-lux-109-ever-ready-case/?do=findComment&comment=2882584'>More sharing options...
marleigh99 Posted September 5, 2015 Author Share #5 Posted September 5, 2015 (edited) Thanks. 18821 means I have to take the camera out of the case to use it... rather than just flip the front section off. As for 18822... yes... that's the nearest but it looks looks like something made on Blue Peter using a toilet roll and cardboard, covered in felt. I know I'm picky but a camera as 'designed' as this needs a case commensurate. I had one for my D-Lux 6... there seem to be less available for the 109... This is the nearest I found... but they don't ship to the UK (damn!) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Real-Cow-Leather-Case-Cover-Bag-For-Leica-D-LUX-Typ-109-Brown-/181770870694?_trksid=p2054897.l4275 Edited September 5, 2015 by marleigh99 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted September 5, 2015 Share #6 Posted September 5, 2015 Why not this one? I have no experience with it though. http://www.ebay.com/itm/FL-Leather-Case-Cover-for-Leica-D-LUX-TYP109-Compact-Digital-Camera-Black-/111703325640?hash=item1a02097bc8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marleigh99 Posted September 5, 2015 Author Share #7 Posted September 5, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) Thanks. I've actually got that one... as a stop-gap. Fine (and great price) but crude. I might need to stick with it... at least it doesn't say Leica (aka 'Please steal me') on the front. M Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
seukel Posted September 5, 2015 Share #8 Posted September 5, 2015 I wonder if it accommodates the automatic lens cap. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxbrownie Posted September 5, 2015 Share #9 Posted September 5, 2015 I looked far and wide for a genuine (in the sense of function) ERC for my 109 and virtually gave up (didn't want a faux leather Chinese type) when by my local cameras shop was shown the Panasonic LX100 case, it is in fact made for the squarer body design of the 100 but it just needed a little "manipulation" at the left hand end to enable the 109 to fit perfectly fine, it's genuine leather, made brilliantly and works as an ERC should, best of all it only cost £55 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted September 5, 2015 Share #10 Posted September 5, 2015 (edited) I like much the Panasonic case that i own as well. It looks indeed very sturdy but it is made in Vietnam instead of China and i would not swear that it is genuine leather personally. Looks more like "PU leather" (polyurethane) to me... Anyway, i'm glad to have it and it was sold with a genuine battery and a leather strap when i bought it in UK last year. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-Battery-DMC-LX100-Series-Camera/dp/B00NV5BA0K Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited September 5, 2015 by lct Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/249716-d-lux-109-ever-ready-case/?do=findComment&comment=2882759'>More sharing options...
Boxbrownie Posted September 5, 2015 Share #11 Posted September 5, 2015 (edited) If it's the genuine Panasonic case then it is real leather (says "leather" on the box) , although mine is a burgandy/brown colour. Oh and another bonus with this case is the added "handgrip" bulge it provides over the smooth body of the 109. Edited September 5, 2015 by Boxbrownie Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted September 5, 2015 Share #12 Posted September 5, 2015 Smell it to be sure Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted September 15, 2015 Share #13 Posted September 15, 2015 The Leica cases 18821 & 18822 look interesting at first glance. Any problem with them? Leica_DL109_case_18821.jpg Leica_DL109_case_18822.jpg I have the 18822 (non leather lower one) It is OK. I use it when I need more protection (travel etc). In a pinch you can take pictures without taking it off. The downside is that you need to unscrew it to take it off. It is good to have a coin with you at all times. But it is sturdy and protects the lens well, but not the sides. I don't use a lens cap, but I have a B&W filter on the lens. Fits OK. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brunovl Posted October 27, 2015 Share #14 Posted October 27, 2015 Thanks. 18821 means I have to take the camera out of the case to use it... rather than just flip the front section off. As for 18822... yes... that's the nearest but it looks looks like something made on Blue Peter using a toilet roll and cardboard, covered in felt. I know I'm picky but a camera as 'designed' as this needs a case commensurate. I had one for my D-Lux 6... there seem to be less available for the 109... This is the nearest I found... but they don't ship to the UK (damn!) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Real-Cow-Leather-Case-Cover-Bag-For-Leica-D-LUX-Typ-109-Brown-/181770870694?_trksid=p2054897.l4275 I had exactly the same problem - bought my 109 early october 2015, but couldn't find a decent ever ready case for it. The ebay offer you refer is indeed the nearest I found myself. I ordered it, and received today. It is really well made. Very near to Leica quality standards or even equal. It comes in two pieces, like the panasonic case, and also the battery is still accessible. BTW, they ship to worldwide - I had to wait three weeks for their shipment. Really nice bag, exactly what I wanted. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marleigh99 Posted October 29, 2015 Author Share #15 Posted October 29, 2015 Thanks. Have ordered one! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWPATE Posted November 13, 2015 Share #16 Posted November 13, 2015 The Leica cases 18821 & 18822 look interesting at first glance. Any problem with them? Leica_DL109_case_18821.jpg Leica_DL109_case_18822.jpg Does anyone know whether the 18821 case above fits up OK with the automatic lens cap ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hansa Posted January 19, 2016 Share #17 Posted January 19, 2016 (edited) I found the leather Leica case to be impractical. I received the light brown leather case with my camera, but it can only be worn on a strap over the shoulder, and the strap is rather flashy (and cheap looking in my eyes) with its silver chromed clips. More important, since there is no belt loop on the back, you definitely need the shoulder strap. Finally, it permits only an attached hand-strap on the camera and I'm very found of the silk woven Artist & Artisan neck strap. So the Leica case remains unused in its box. Alternatively, I found the case by Gariz to be very good, either the half-case or the full-case. Just google pictures of the 'Gariz Leica D-Lux 109 case' and judge for yourself. I orderded the black half-case from Amazon in Germany and I'm very happy with it. Beautiful leather, wonderful crafsmanship. Edited January 19, 2016 by Hansa Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf Posted January 19, 2016 Share #18 Posted January 19, 2016 If you could possibly live with a half case, I can highly recommend the Gariz half case. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawman Posted January 19, 2016 Share #19 Posted January 19, 2016 +1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECohen Posted February 2, 2016 Share #20 Posted February 2, 2016 I'm to the party late but maybe it will help someone else Go for the 1/2 case lots of nice ones out there. You will always be ready to shoot and just stick the camera in your coat pocket when not in use Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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