hotshew Posted May 18, 2022 Share #1 Posted May 18, 2022 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) For anybody wanting to cover up their red dot on a black camera, I found a virtually tailor-made solution on Amazon for under $6 (US): ZXUEZHENG Self-Adhesive Screw Hole Stickers,2-Table 140 in 1 Self-Adhesive Screw Covers Caps Dustproof Sticker 12mm Black https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08FJJ3XM6 The adhesive isn't aggressive, so no major concerns it will leave sticky residue once removed. The stickers are semi-rigid as well, so very easy to apply and no impression from the underlying logo pushing through -- they are screw dust covers, not super thin vinyl stickers. There's 140 to the pack so can take off & reapply a new one as desired if seeking a temporary solution. Be sure to select the 12mm size option if decide to get some. Somebody's probably going to ask why? People have their reasons (varies), which is why premium car manufacturers ofter a debadge option. For me, I'm a meat and potatoes guy, and enjoy the Leica brand for the experience and build quality, but I don't care much for the luxury brand image that Leica conveys through their store fronts/showrooms and public perception, so I cover up. -Roland. P.S. I have no association w/ ZXUEZHENG. 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! Edited May 18, 2022 by hotshew Disclaimer 4 1 Quote 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/332548-leica-logo-cover-hide-the-red-dot/?do=findComment&comment=4436991'>More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted May 18, 2022 Posted May 18, 2022 Hi hotshew, Take a look here Leica logo cover (Hide the red dot). I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
rramesh Posted May 18, 2022 Share #2 Posted May 18, 2022 Also Indian bindi stickers. Comes is many colours. Why even with sequins for the the artsy photographers. https://www.amazon.com/Plain-Colored-Bindis-Indian-Stickers/dp/B017NW7Z4G/ref=sr_1_22?crid=2U2MSGYSGUR68&keywords=bindi+large+round&qid=1652838228&sprefix=bindi+large+round%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-22 2 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surelythisnameisfree Posted May 18, 2022 Share #3 Posted May 18, 2022 Halfway solution.. 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! 7 1 Quote 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/332548-leica-logo-cover-hide-the-red-dot/?do=findComment&comment=4437033'>More sharing options...
hotshew Posted May 18, 2022 Author Share #4 Posted May 18, 2022 4 minutes ago, Surelythisnameisfree said: Halfway solution.. Very elegant solution and a big improvement on the red dot IMO. 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pintpot Posted May 18, 2022 Share #5 Posted May 18, 2022 Leica were too stingy to place a red dot on my MM246, it's just black all over 😢 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom0511 Posted May 18, 2022 Share #6 Posted May 18, 2022 Thank you for the link, for those who want to cover the dot. I really never had an issue with the red dot. Hiding it doesnt make the camera any more or less luxury IMO. I am not sure if anybody would really realize if there is a dot or if it is hidden. I think its more in the head of the owner. 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotshew Posted May 19, 2022 Author Share #7 Posted May 19, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) 20 hours ago, tom0511 said: Hiding it doesnt make the camera any more or less luxury IMO. Well, obviously not :- ) If the red dot is your thing or doesn't turn you off, then this is not the post you seek. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom0511 Posted May 19, 2022 Share #8 Posted May 19, 2022 (edited) Yeah, you found out about my little secret: the red dot is THE main reason why I buy my Leicas. Edited May 19, 2022 by tom0511 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siriusone59 Posted May 19, 2022 Share #9 Posted May 19, 2022 3 hours ago, tom0511 said: Yeah, you found out about my little secret: the red dot is THE main reason why I buy my Leicas. I would like to find a place that sells sheets of red Leica dots for $6.😉 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotshew Posted May 19, 2022 Author Share #10 Posted May 19, 2022 (edited) 8 hours ago, tom0511 said: Yeah, you found out about my little secret: the red dot is THE main reason why I buy my Leicas. Lol. You sarcasm is duly noted :- ) For the record, I did say "f the red dot is your thing or doesn't turn you off". Edited May 19, 2022 by hotshew 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Barnack Posted May 19, 2022 Share #11 Posted May 19, 2022 My M4-P and Q2 both have the red dot logo, whereas my M-P 240 and M10M do not. I'm content either way. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom0511 Posted May 19, 2022 Share #12 Posted May 19, 2022 vor einer Stunde schrieb hotshew: Lol. You sarcasm is duly noted :- ) For the record, I did say "f the red dot is your thing or doesn't turn you off". just for the record. I found your answer fine. Someone posted a good source for covers, so my answer was somewhat off topic. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEGEND Posted May 22, 2022 Share #13 Posted May 22, 2022 On 5/19/2022 at 12:28 PM, tom0511 said: Yeah, you found out about my little secret: the red dot is THE main reason why I buy my Leicas. This is also my main reason for buying Leica cameras and lenses... Not because of excellent glas, Leica color science or that mysterious “Leica Look“... All that is not important, but the Leica red dot... I even have the Leica pen, Leica watch, Leica baseball cap, Leica key ring pendant... Slowly I start to think that the Leica is my fetish Is this something that I should be worried about? Nikola 2 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
budjames Posted May 22, 2022 Share #14 Posted May 22, 2022 (edited) I was traveling in the UK and Holland for 9 days for vacation with my Leica M11 and APO Summicron 35mm lens mounted. Two persons, separately, commented on my camera. Both were asking if it was an old film camera. I don't think the Leica dot made any difference, but the camera shape is very distinctive in today's multi-buttoned variable zoom cameras that most people travel with these days. BTW, I'm 6'5", 240 lbs. and a fifth degree Master black belt, so I'm not too concerned about someone picking me out of the crowd as an easy target. However, you always have to be on guard and situationally aware on the street. Regards, Bud James Please check out my fine art and travel photography at www.budjames.photography. Edited May 22, 2022 by budjames 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Olaf_ZG Posted May 22, 2022 Popular Post Share #15 Posted May 22, 2022 I have the dots and numbers covered with black tape. Now all the m’s look the same which is good. Let my wife think I have only one 😎 7 4 19 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
idusidusi Posted May 22, 2022 Share #16 Posted May 22, 2022 4 hours ago, LEGEND said: This is also my main reason for buying Leica cameras and lenses... Not because of excellent glas, Leica color science or that mysterious “Leica Look“... All that is not important, but the Leica red dot... I even have the Leica pen, Leica watch, Leica baseball cap, Leica key ring pendant... Slowly I start to think that the Leica is my fetish Is this something that I should be worried about? Nikola Very worried I would seek immediate help….. 1 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdmesa Posted May 22, 2022 Share #17 Posted May 22, 2022 The "dot" that I want (that doesn't exist) would be – all-black monotone – in the M11 black paint texture – no silver in the script. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotshew Posted June 26, 2022 Author Share #18 Posted June 26, 2022 On 5/22/2022 at 9:24 AM, hdmesa said: The "dot" that I want (that doesn't exist) would be – all-black monotone – in the M11 black paint texture – no silver in the script. @leicarr on reddit makes the item you're seeking. He's located in Germany and ships worldwide. Just message him and he responds & ships quickly. 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! 4 1 Quote 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/332548-leica-logo-cover-hide-the-red-dot/?do=findComment&comment=4460556'>More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted June 27, 2022 Share #19 Posted June 27, 2022 On 5/18/2022 at 2:37 AM, hotshew said: Somebody's probably going to ask why? People have their reasons (varies), which is why premium car manufacturers ofter a debadge option. Well, the car de-badge option is removal of the model type badges. If you buy a BMW it still has the BMW badges just nothing to tell you if it's the bottom of the range or top of the range version, although those who know will know. I expect it's chosen either by those who can only get the bottom model, so they don't look cheap, or the top model and they don't want to show off. I can't imaging why someone buying the mid range model would bother! Anyway, I digress. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieMac Posted June 27, 2022 Share #20 Posted June 27, 2022 On 5/18/2022 at 9:53 AM, tom0511 said: I am not sure if anybody would really realize if there is a dot or if it is hidden. I think its more in the head of the owner. Yes, it reminds me of the adage: "You wouldn't care what other people think about you if you realized how seldom they did." 4 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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