X1 lens cap ??

[Jelico]

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I don't know do you all have problems with the lens cap, but mine has been falling off all the time and eventually I lost it. It was falling off even in the bag, just from bag movement, I don't know if Leica is proud of such a "design".

I am looking for replacement, any suggestions ? please

[ezc203]

Replace the lens cap/ring with a 75mm Summarit lens hood/cap. Seriously hinders the pocketability, but really protects the retractable lens barrel.

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[h00ligan]

Can't offer a solution but yes, I found the same thing and have read recently others complaining too. One more little mistake on the X1.. pity.

[Jelico]

Can't offer a solution but yes, I found the same thing and have read recently others complaining too. One more little mistake on the X1.. pity.

 

Thanks, I found one spare 46mm lens cap for Elmarit 90/2.8 which fits quite well, and its much smaller than the original lens cap. Will do for time being.....

[huzel]

My left trousers pocket is for the cap as it used to be with all other cameras. I would hate to attach it with an ugly string.

[Jelico]

As a follow up...the best fit so far is with lens cap for Ricoh Caplio GX100/200, it sits firmly, very slim, not easy to fall off and even makes X1 more pocketable than with the original lens cap.

[jsrockit]

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Leica sells the replacement for $30... e-mail them. I lost mine, but have just been using it without one.

[h00ligan]

Panasonic 20mm fits perfectly and stays on much better, also protrudes a touch less....but it says lummox across the front.

[bad robot]

My lens cap fits so well I can pick up the camera (over a soft surface!) just by the lens cap, it has never fallen off. I would suggest that the cap is faulty, and should be replaced under warranty

[huzel]

My lens cap fits so well I can pick up the camera (over a soft surface!) just by the lens cap, it has never fallen off. I would suggest that the cap is faulty, and should be replaced under warranty

 

All caps for all Leicas (Ms and Rs) have similar caps. I have never lost a single one since the last four decades. I have total 8 Leica Lenses. What is the discussion? X1 is a LEICA !

[Guest badbob]

All caps for all Leicas (Ms and Rs) have similar caps. I have never lost a single one since the last four decades. I have total 8 Leica Lenses. What is the discussion? X1 is a LEICA !

 

I haven't lost my X1 cap yet, but it has so many dents now that it's losing the shape needed to stay on.

[h00ligan]

Just from banking around in your pocket?

[Guest badbob]

Just from banking around in your pocket?

 

Dropped many times, pavement and concrete. Fortunately not down a sewer yet, but it's inevitable. If I ever have to get a replacement, I'm going to get a hole drilled or ring attached, like the DL4/LX3. I'd still be using the LX3, but it's just too small for my hands, and a grip doesn't help.

[jsrockit]

Mine fell on the subway tracks... :-(

[ChiILX1]

OK- My X1 will arrive soon- what should I do right away to make sure I don't lose this lens cap?