exit Posted June 15, 2011 Share #1 Posted June 15, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) I came across a truly mint LC1 with box/everything at a price that was a veritable steal. I took a chance as it functioned perfectly as I inspected it and after brief testing last night. That said, I learned from other postings on this site that the serial # of this camera falls within the dreaded range when the bad sensors were installed. Damn! Has anyone recently (last year] had Panasonic replace their LC1 sensor and do they do so according to their statement free of charge? Furthermore, will they replace it even though I am not the original purchaser of the camera? I thank everyone in advance for their replies and experience here. Exit Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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earleygallery Posted June 15, 2011 Share #2 Posted June 15, 2011 Firstly, if the camera works why worry? Secondly, do you have a link to the info where Panasonic state they will repair sensors free of charge? My understanding is that only Leica have offered that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exit Posted June 16, 2011 Author Share #3 Posted June 16, 2011 I can't be that worried about a sensor failure as I don't have a clue what percentage of the Sony sensors in the Digilux 2s and LC1s failed but was looking for the experience of others who HAVE dealt with the problem with Panasonic. I have a D2 with a replaced sensor and Leica knows exactly which cameras have a potential problem and will replace the sensors no questions asked. 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! 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/154385-panasonic-lc1-sensor-failure/?do=findComment&comment=1703695'>More sharing options...
andybarton Posted June 16, 2011 Share #4 Posted June 16, 2011 Have you tried posting on a Panasonic forum? Not being difficult, but there may be more users there Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted June 16, 2011 Share #5 Posted June 16, 2011 My LC-1, bought new, had the sensor die. I left it in a drawer for a couple of years, then had it fixed about 18 months ago by Panasonic UK. I had to argue with them - they wanted proof of purchase - but I pointed out that I was not in the habit of keeping receipts for 5 years so they were being unreasonable. I cited the same notification you have attached. It took some persistence, but they did do it in the end. Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exit Posted June 16, 2011 Author Share #6 Posted June 16, 2011 Thanks Bill this helps a lot. Andy, there were quite a number of posts on the LC1 sensors on this forum but really nothing in the last few years hence my post. I do find more intelligent answers/solutions to problems on this forum than I have found on any Panasonic site. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted June 16, 2011 Share #7 Posted June 16, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) From what I read, not all sensors failed, so if your camera is still fine, it probably will be fine. Of course it is also possible that the sensor was already replaced. I think you were lucky Bill, I recall a thread some time ago where the poster said that Panasonic refused the free sensor replacement as the offer had discontinued. But worth trying as you say! When was the last case of a sensor failure I wonder? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted June 16, 2011 Share #8 Posted June 16, 2011 You make your own luck I had to climb through three layers of mismanagement, using my Jedi mind powers, but it was worth it. Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
exit Posted June 17, 2011 Author Share #9 Posted June 17, 2011 Bill, thanks for your reply. I hope I won't need it but I may ask to borrow your light saber one day. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
koray Posted June 19, 2011 Share #10 Posted June 19, 2011 Panasonic UK had paid for my LC1 sensor replacement, back in 2009. I had to send them an email with all online sources on Sony sensor recall including the announcement you included, also a copy of the original purchase receipt. K. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjh Posted June 19, 2011 Share #11 Posted June 19, 2011 When was the last case of a sensor failure I wonder? That 5 MP Sony sensor dates back to 2001; the LC1 in 2004 was the last camera ever to use it. I’m pretty sure that the vast majority of cameras with this sensor have either been retired by now, got their sensor replaced, or both. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhsimmonds Posted June 20, 2011 Share #12 Posted June 20, 2011 My LC1 died circa 2008/9 with the dreaded sensor failure and my experiences were similar to Bill's but eventually Panasonic caved in and sent me labels etc to send it to their specialist contractor located near Gatwick. The repair was then completed quite quickly with the camera returned with a note advising that the sensor had been replaced, auto focus checked and adjusted, a complete camera clean, all free of charge. As Bill advised it was all worth the initial hassle, try mentioning LUF as a source of your information concerning these well known sensor failures! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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