Dustin Posted March 15, 2021 Share #1  Posted March 15, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi everyone! I’m jumping into the SL system and it feels so right. I’m coming from a Fuji GFX system my question is whether to buy a new kit or used.  New: SL2 with 24-90 - $9500 used mint: $8200  what would you al do? Are the SL2’s problematic? Any worries here? I typically buy all my gear used and have never had issue... thx! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ravinj Posted March 15, 2021 Share #2 Â Posted March 15, 2021 I get used most of the time, no problems so far. However, the price difference of approx 14% you have quoted b/w new and used doesn't seem like a great deal to me. Unless it is from a dealer with full warranty. No issues with multiple Sl2s (all bought used) I have owned in past 2 years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slender Posted March 15, 2021 Share #3 Â Posted March 15, 2021 Check out the viewfinder is clear (micro dust particles in the EVF were a thing mentioned here and there...) and about warranty. Solid camera platform haven't had any mishap so far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted March 15, 2021 Share #4  Posted March 15, 2021 2 hours ago, Dustin said: Hi everyone! I’m jumping into the SL system and it feels so right. I’m coming from a Fuji GFX system my question is whether to buy a new kit or used.  New: SL2 with 24-90 - $9500 used mint: $8200  what would you al do? Are the SL2’s problematic? Any worries here? I typically buy all my gear used and have never had issue... thx! New US retail for SL2 and SL 24-90 is $11,500, so $9500 is already a deal.  New or used, for me it comes down to dealer I can trust and warranty provisions.  Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustin Posted March 16, 2021 Author Share #5  Posted March 16, 2021 Thanks everyone! I ended up picking up the sl2, Leica 24-90 lens, 4 factory batteries, Leica remote trigger, and RRS L-bracket for $9000.  the SL2 has 800 shots, and is pristine. The lense is basically brand new.  I think I made out pretty good! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donzo98 Posted March 16, 2021 Share #6  Posted March 16, 2021 22 minutes ago, Dustin said: Thanks everyone! I ended up picking up the sl2, Leica 24-90 lens, 4 factory batteries, Leica remote trigger, and RRS L-bracket for $9000.  the SL2 has 800 shots, and is pristine. The lense is basically brand new.  I think I made out pretty good! Nice deal... where did you buy?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravinj Posted March 16, 2021 Share #7  Posted March 16, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) 57 minutes ago, Dustin said: Thanks everyone! I ended up picking up the sl2, Leica 24-90 lens, 4 factory batteries, Leica remote trigger, and RRS L-bracket for $9000.  the SL2 has 800 shots, and is pristine. The lense is basically brand new.  I think I made out pretty good! With 4 batteries, remote trigger, RRS L Bracket... That's a great deal! Enjoy!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
graeme_clarke Posted March 16, 2021 Share #8 Â Posted March 16, 2021 That sounds a super package - you're well and truly set up now! Graeme Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoworks Posted March 16, 2021 Share #9 Â Posted March 16, 2021 what is the remote trigger? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustin Posted March 16, 2021 Author Share #10  Posted March 16, 2021 Thanks everyone! As I might have mentioned, I’m coming from the GFX line offered by Fujifilm. It has served me well for quite a few years, but the limited lens offering was a huge issue for me. Having access to m lenses, along with other 3rd part glass is a huge benefit.  I’m also excited to be shooting Leica again as one of my first cameras was an M3 that I still miss every day. Thanks for validating my purchase everyone! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donzo98 Posted March 16, 2021 Share #11  Posted March 16, 2021 52 minutes ago, Dustin said: Thanks everyone! As I might have mentioned, I’m coming from the GFX line offered by Fujifilm. It has served me well for quite a few years, but the limited lens offering was a huge issue for me. Having access to m lenses, along with other 3rd part glass is a huge benefit.  I’m also excited to be shooting Leica again as one of my first cameras was an M3 that I still miss every day. Thanks for validating my purchase everyone! You really think any of us on the LUF wouldn't support a decision to move to Leica ? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustin Posted March 16, 2021 Author Share #12 Â Posted March 16, 2021 True, but perhaps some have switched from GFX to Leica... glad to be a part of such a win community! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donzo98 Posted March 16, 2021 Share #13  Posted March 16, 2021 3 hours ago, Dustin said: True, but perhaps some have switched from GFX to Leica... glad to be a part of such a win community! Welcome to crazy town  1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anakronox Posted March 19, 2021 Share #14  Posted March 19, 2021 On 3/16/2021 at 10:36 PM, Dustin said: True, but perhaps some have switched from GFX to Leica... glad to be a part of such a win community! Welcome to the community and I hope you enjoy your SL2!  I sold out of the GFX 50R and quite a few of the lenses to get into the SL2.  It complements the Ms I already shoot, so it was an easy transition. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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