Digilux 2 sensor failure , repairable by any chance?

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On 2/9/2020 at 3:44 AM, Einst_Stein said:

Thanks, Corson, for bringing back the life of such legendary camera. It is also encouraging to hear many happy ending stories.

But I am still struggling to justify the cost. Not mean to against the repair, but I wonder if the cost is similar to a 2nd hand FZ1000, should I do it. (yeah, I know, only I can answer the question). It may make sense if the purpose is to keep this good old friend in healthy condition, regardless how often I am going to use it. 

I agree "Thanks, Corson, for bringing back the life of such legendary camera." The Digilux 2 was a very good camera indeed.

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1 hour ago, SPB2 said:

I agree "Thanks, Corson, for bringing back the life of such legendary camera." The Digilux 2 was a very good camera indeed.

The Digilux 2 is a very good camera indeed. 

Pete.

[jasper stehouwer]

Hello there, my name is jasper and i bought a broken d2 today for 30 bucks( i couldn't resist) anyone who has found a place to buy  Panasonic DMC-LC1 sensors? Im afraid that soldering my d2 will break it.

[jrethorst]

You could get them on eBay at one point. Also, a fairly popular camera from Sony used them. I don't remember the model number, but that should be on the web somewhere, and if you find one of those cameras on eBay you could dig the sensor out of it.

[marklightfoot]

I have a lovely condition Digilux 2 with signs of sensor failure. I managed to get hold of a working Sony F717 and I've extracted the sensor without any issues by using the guide linked on this thread. (Copying the link here for reference). Does anyone know if there's a video or guide to swapping in the CCD (de-solder/ re-soldering etc). I'm aware of the guide to dismantling the Panasonic LC-1 but I'd be interested to know if anyone has actually documented the Leica 'surgery' either in photos or a video!

[Einst_Stein]

4 hours ago, marklightfoot said:

I have a lovely condition Digilux 2 with signs of sensor failure. I managed to get hold of a working Sony F717 and I've extracted the sensor without any issues by using the guide linked on this thread. (Copying the link here for reference). Does anyone know if there's a video or guide to swapping in the CCD (de-solder/ re-soldering etc). I'm aware of the guide to dismantling the Panasonic LC-1 but I'd be interested to know if anyone has actually documented the Leica 'surgery' either in photos or a video!

Most modern P&S are much better than DL2. Yes, I mean the tiny sensor, not even1" or M43. I have Lumix Zs40, not only it has much wide range of FL, but also many extra features. And ZS40 is not even any glorier than many otgyher alternatives.

Just let DL2 RIP. It has enjoyed enough glory, Now move on. 

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10 hours ago, Einst_Stein said:

Just let DL2 RIP. It has enjoyed enough glory, Now move on. 

To avoid confusion, the D-Lux 2 is normally abbreviated to the DL2 and the Digilux 2 is normally abbreviated to D2. 🙂

Pete.

[Einst_Stein]

4 hours ago, farnz said:

To avoid confusion, the D-Lux 2 is normally abbreviated to the DL2 and the Digilux 2 is normally abbreviated to D2. 🙂

Pete.

The point is the same.

[Bernard1978]

Hi all, I love these cameras and have repaired a few Digilux 2 and LC1's over the years with pretty good success - I currently have an LC1 at home but the sensor flexi PCB cable is beyond repair unfortunately (previous owner's attempts) - is there anyone out there that might have one that I could buy possibly, or know where I could acquire one (I appreciate Leica won't carry any spares now and I've tried a couple of independants in the UK that haven't been able to help)? I did think of whether I could get one made but I think that the cost would be prohibitive. The other option of buying a donor camera would just leave me with another camera requiring repair (which would most likely be a sensor fault!) so not a great solution.