[Leica] M9 -> M9P

[douglas.sharp at gmx.de (Douglas Sharp)]

If part of the cost is for leaving out the red dot, 
what does it cost to add one?;-) :-)

Douglas


On 18.10.2011 08:36, Frank Filippone wrote:
> > From PetaPixel..
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> If you had any doubts that Leica's new M9-P is simply the M9 given a
> cosmetic makeover, get this: Leica is offering to upgrade any customer's M9
> camera into an M9-P. For the low Leica-esque price of $1,995, the company
> will give your camera "sapphire glass" for your LCD screen and a new top
> cover without the famous Leica red dot. If only upgrading to the latest 
> DSLR
> were this easy!
>
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> > From :Leica USA page..
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> Leica Camera is pleased to announce an M9 upgrade program. M9 owners can 
> now
> upgrade their M9 cameras with the product features of the M9-P. With this
> upgrade program, current M9 owners can take advantage of the latest
> developments in the M-System. Once again, Leica Camera proves their
> commitment to full system compatibility and the enduring value of the
> M-Series.
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> Leica Camera is offering all M9 owners two upgrade packages.
>
>   Product Features of the M9-P
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> Technologically at the same high level as the successful Leica M9, the M9-P
> offers special product features that can now be added to the M9. These
> include an extremely scratch-resistant cover for its LCD screen made of
> almost unbreakable sapphire crystal. Users can also take advantage of
> another characteristic feature of the M9-P, its minimalist and discreet
> appearance with the M9 upgrade program.
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> Interested M9 owners can choose between two different upgrade options
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>   Leica M9 Upgrade Package 1 - 'Sapphire glass' - $1,295.00
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> - The display cover will be replaced with the valuable sapphire glass of 
> the
> M9-P.
>
> - Choice between Vulcanite Leatherette or Smooth MP-Style Leatherette.
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> - One year warranty extension.
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>   Leica M9 Upgrade Package 2 - Top cover, bottom plate&  Sapphire Glass -
> $1,995.00
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> - The display cover will be replaced with the valuable sapphire glass of 
> the
> M9-P.
>
> - The top cover will be replaced with either the silver chrome or black
> painted M9-P top cover.
>
> - The bottom plate will be replaced with the corresponding color.
>
> - Choice between Vulcanite Leatherette or Smooth MP-Style Leatherette.
>
> - One year warranty extension.
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> All upgrades will be performed by Leica's factory trained technicians and
> will be a part of Leica's regular repair service. Reservations are on a
> first come, first serve basis and upgrade time is dependent upon demand.
> Please note that we recommend that owners contact Leica Camera before
> sending in their cameras to arrange an appointment for the upgrade to avoid
> longer waiting times.
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> For more information or to book an appointment, please contact Customer
> Service at 1-800-222-0118 x 9930.
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> Frank Filippone
>
> Red735i at earthlink.net
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