FotoABC Posted March 10, 2008 Share #21 Posted March 10, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) If upgrading Digilux 2 is possible, please deal with the time lag issue of the shutter at the same time. Claude Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted March 10, 2008 Posted March 10, 2008 Hi FotoABC, Take a look here Digilux 2 Upgrade Programme. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
jobjob Posted March 11, 2008 Share #22 Posted March 11, 2008 I have "upgrade" my Digilux with the original Panasonic Wide Lens Adaptor. Here are the first results: http://brainwalker.wordpress.com/2008/03/10/29/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorman Posted March 11, 2008 Share #23 Posted March 11, 2008 The film back, that's a great idea! Those of us who are old enough to remember the tiny 110 size film cartridge really can't see why it shouldn't be retrofitted into any digital body, but especially the Digilux 2, or even the Digilux 1. The frame size is compatible with the Digilux 2 sensor, and if I remember correctly, the grain at 400 iso would be a good match for the noise. A spare cartridge would take up no more space than about 20 SD cards, and you get 15 pictures on every cartridge. Also you only have to wait about two weeks for them to be processed. I can't wait! :D:D:D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdommin Posted March 18, 2008 Share #24 Posted March 18, 2008 Evidently, the D2 sensor is not extremely difficult to replace. I would pay a couple hundred $$$ to have it replaced with the latest and greatest sensor and firmware. Keep everything else as it is. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stnami Posted March 18, 2008 Share #25 Posted March 18, 2008 ............I'm gonna turn mine into a moving pictures camera... probably 8mm Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overgaard Posted March 20, 2008 Share #26 Posted March 20, 2008 It's a good idea and I would love to get my D2s upgaded. Speed mainly of AF and buffer, then 8 or 10 M sensor. But I fear Leica is not in a position to service eccentric client wishes these days, as this would be. Even if we were willing to pay 1,000 Euro per camera, how many cameras would it involve? But the idea of servicing existing users and fans is a god one. Much easier to sell an upgrade to fans than a new camera to new users. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP3 Posted March 20, 2008 Share #27 Posted March 20, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) jobjob I had once seriously considered the WA adapter lens from Panny, put off by its apparent size.... Your brainwalker gallery is real great, stunned again by the light captured by D2. Knowing its strength and limits, we shall be holding the D2 happily for long long time. Cheers Matthew Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rivi1969 Posted March 21, 2008 Share #28 Posted March 21, 2008 I agree with most comments... I am pretty sure there is more market for an upgraded D2 than for an M8, but seems like there is no one at Leica willing to see it. Maybe Ricoh could come with something similar?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
krabat Posted March 21, 2008 Share #29 Posted March 21, 2008 Evidently, the D2 sensor is not extremely difficult to replace. I would pay a couple hundred $$$ to have it replaced with the latest and greatest sensor and firmware. Keep everything else as it is. Yes, that would be fine... Although... a larger sensor would decrease the effective focal length of the lens, wouldn't it? A good way to obtain a wide angle camera. I think the lens could handle it. Well, and a RAW buffer also would be fine. Regards, and HAPPY EASTER! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdommin Posted March 21, 2008 Share #30 Posted March 21, 2008 Yes, that would be fine... Although... a larger sensor would decrease the effective focal length of the lens, wouldn't it? A good way to obtain a wide angle camera. I think the lens could handle it.Well, and a RAW buffer also would be fine. I don't think a physically larger sensor would be necessary (or possible). Just a "better" sensor, meaning lower noise, higher dynamic range, maybe a few more megapixels, etc. A new sensor would be easy to design and replace. Something like a larger RAW buffer would not be easy so didn't even mention it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted March 21, 2008 Share #31 Posted March 21, 2008 If Leica are counting the positives in this thread, please add my support. My bid is simple: 10mp capture and RAW buffer. I can live with everything else as originally designed. Are you listening, Leica? Happy Easter everyone. David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stnami Posted March 21, 2008 Share #32 Posted March 21, 2008 I guess April fool's day is coming soon.................. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdommin Posted March 22, 2008 Share #33 Posted March 22, 2008 I guess April fool's day is coming soon.................. And so is Christmas. What's your point? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbstitt Posted March 24, 2008 Share #34 Posted March 24, 2008 Even before the D3 came out we had this debate. A few of us recognized that the D2 was a classic and the form needed to be continued with improvements, But Leica did not listen and came out with the D3 instead. I had one. I returned it. Had my D2 sensor replaced and keep shooting with it. Not until the Canon G9 did anything even come close, and although the G9 is better in some respects, I still use the D2 for slower work because of he wide angle, the lens quality, and the amazing picture quality. I guess I have a few sour grapes because Canon has won me over for new cameras, UNTIL LEICA SEES FIT TO COME OUT WITH A UPDATED CAMERA BUILT ON THE D2 CONCEPT. The D2 is maybe the first, and maybe the last, classic digital Leica. I will continue to dream on about an updated D4 or D5 or D6 or D7 based on the body and concept of the D2. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlasman Posted March 24, 2008 Share #35 Posted March 24, 2008 With all the talk about M8 upgrade programmes, I couldn't resist thinking about our much loved Digilux 2 .... Firstly wouldn't it be great if Leica offered upgrades on this camera form factor - eg new hi-resolution sensor, circuitry upgrade, etc The body and already excellent lens would no doubt be able to cope with new circuits and sensor if they were retro fitted and people could retain their beloved cameras, whilst Leica would in effect have a new line without re-tooling costs So what would you specify, if a D2 upgrade became possible ? Why not just bring out a new generation of this camera--re-design or refresh the glass, keep it the same size, with the same controls, improve the viewfinder and LCD (possibly add a top-mounted LCD (like the Sony R1) and of course, upgrade the sensor and image processor and related electronics?. Pany/Leica would still retain the existing customers and at the same time increase the potential of expanding its marketshare. I like the idea of breathing new life into my LC-1--and if such an upgrade offer came to be, I would be in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketchguy Posted March 31, 2008 Share #36 Posted March 31, 2008 I, too, rather enjoy the D2 lens. So much so, that I just approved $487.50 worth of repairs to my D2 that unexpectedly lost working power (both via battery or AC). Among the items being fixed are: 1. Replacement of circuit board 2. Adjustment of Auto Focus 3. Updating the CCD (which I was totally unaware was being offered in December '06 as an extended warranty item) I'll be interested in seeing how well this updated camera performs once I get it (hopefully) before the May 21st estimated date of completion. -Steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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