Charles Morgan Posted June 13, 2021 Share #1 Posted June 13, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) A question on behalf of a friend who has a Digilux 2 bought 15 years ago, which has given sterling service, but is now coming up with System Error each time he starts it up. I think I know the answer, but no camera shop locally has a clue whether it's repairable, but before I suggest he merely replace it, he'd be very grateful to know if there is a possibility of repair. My money is on no, too old for Leica support and time to think of something a bit more modern! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted June 13, 2021 Posted June 13, 2021 Hi Charles Morgan, Take a look here Leica Digilux 2 issues - is it repairable or a waste of time. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
stuny Posted June 13, 2021 Share #2 Posted June 13, 2021 The biggest issue with the D2 involved sensor degradation, and it's been years since any spare sensors have been available. Perhaps it would be worth an email to Leica to see what the system error message means. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benefeld Posted June 13, 2021 Share #3 Posted June 13, 2021 Sad as it may be, it´s probably time to say goodbye. It´s been years I heard of a succesful repair (sensor exchange). I really cherish my two D2 in good working order - but only as long as they do what they are supposed to do .... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted June 13, 2021 Share #4 Posted June 13, 2021 In which country is the camera? Contact national Leica Customer Support for advice. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham (G4FUJ) Posted June 13, 2021 Share #5 Posted June 13, 2021 Just a thought - has he tried powering up with the memory card removed? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Morgan Posted June 14, 2021 Author Share #6 Posted June 14, 2021 Thanks all. I shall pass it all on. He's a super fellow who uses it to document funerary monuments in churches, and has a published monograph with every church in West Sussex. He wants to do the same in Devon. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted June 14, 2021 Share #7 Posted June 14, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) As far as I am aware the Digilux2 is not supported any more. It would make no sense - any repair would be more expensive than buying anther one. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Morgan Posted June 14, 2021 Author Share #8 Posted June 14, 2021 4 hours ago, jaapv said: As far as I am aware the Digilux2 is not supported any more. It would make no sense - any repair would be more expensive than buying anther one. I pointed out the likely cost would exceed a replacement. I think he'll probably end up with a DLux 9 or (naughty naughty) a Lumix LX100 as he doesn't want to change his workflow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted June 14, 2021 Share #9 Posted June 14, 2021 6 minutes ago, Charles Morgan said: I pointed out the likely cost would exceed a replacement. I think he'll probably end up with a DLux 9 or (naughty naughty) a Lumix LX100 as he doesn't want to change his workflow. That is interesting. I was on the point of recommending that very model. I have the Leica version and find it exceptionally good. Although it doesn't quite have the reach of 90 mm equivalent, (75 mm) in all other respects he will get superior results. The ability to top dial EV adjustments is a useful feature. He also gains on savings in weight and bulk. Please keep us updated or encourage him to share his experiences in this forum. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted June 15, 2021 Share #10 Posted June 15, 2021 As all recent Pana-Leica cameras, the Dlux9 has a setting called iZoom which uses interpolative coding to extend the long end of the zoom to 150 mm equivalent. This is NOT electronic zoom which just throws away the pixels at the edge of the image, but really good software that works with virtually no signs of deterioration. Here's an example with the Vlux114 from last week, shot at fullest iZoom: 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! 5 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/321788-leica-digilux-2-issues-is-it-repairable-or-a-waste-of-time/?do=findComment&comment=4220342'>More sharing options...
wda Posted June 15, 2021 Share #11 Posted June 15, 2021 It is important to note that extended zooming only works with jpeg files. There is nothing wrong with that choice, except you sacrifice the post-processing benefits of capturing RAW files. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Morgan Posted June 15, 2021 Author Share #12 Posted June 15, 2021 Thanks - I'll pass that on. Very handy indeed for anything funereal high up on church walls too! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Morgan Posted June 18, 2021 Author Share #13 Posted June 18, 2021 He's bought a secondhand Lumix LX100 from MPB for about £250. Thanks for all the advice, it's a logical and inexpensive replacement for something he did value very highly. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted June 18, 2021 Share #14 Posted June 18, 2021 He should be well-pleased once he adjusts to its relatively diminutive size. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Morgan Posted June 18, 2021 Author Share #15 Posted June 18, 2021 1 hour ago, wda said: He should be well-pleased once he adjusts to its relatively diminutive size. I'm semi-tempted myself, all my other cameras (bar the Rollei 35S) are a bit on the large side, and often I just want something for colour work, to supplement my mostly film black and white shooting. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rivi1969 Posted July 1, 2021 Share #16 Posted July 1, 2021 On 6/18/2021 at 5:56 AM, Charles Morgan said: He's bought a secondhand Lumix LX100 from MPB for about £250. Thanks for all the advice, it's a logical and inexpensive replacement for something he did value very highly. I wonder if your friend could share with you some thoughts on the LX as a replacement for the D2. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Morgan Posted July 1, 2021 Author Share #17 Posted July 1, 2021 I'll ask him and see how he's getting on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Morgan Posted December 2, 2021 Author Share #18 Posted December 2, 2021 An update, the LX100 had little use then developed an error code (focus system error he said) and would not work. So as it was still under warranty from MPB he sent it back to them for repair or replacement and he had a replacement in his hands 3 days later. Good service by MPB, not a great recommendation for the reliability of the later cameras though. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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