Considering Buying a Used M8 --- What Else Would I Need?

[carstenw]

Advertisement (gone after registration)

What is this? Leica M8 Lens Codes

 

That is a list of the codes and corresponding patterns which Leica uses to code lenses. Using these codes you can attempt to code your lenses yourself with a pen, although if you change lenses a lot, you might need to re-apply them often, depending on the lenses. Coding is really only necessary for 35mm and wider, and even the 35 Crons might be able to squeak by without.

 

Leica will also factory code a lens, for a price. There are third-parties which also offer this service, usually cheaper.

[Advertisement]

The Leica Q3 is available for pre-order at B&H Photo Video and Adorama