Re: R-D1?

Jeff,
I would also suggest checking rangefinder.com. There is a discussion group dedicated to the R-D1. Also, they appear frequently on that site's classified page. Epson.com occasionally sells rebuilt ones in its clearance store, but you have to monitor the store closely as they go quickly (some people buy them up and resell them on ebay). There is no warranty on the factory seconds.
That said, I too seriously researched buying one. On the surface it has lots of advantages, especially when compared in price to an M-8. However, many of these units seem to develop problems, most notably rangefinder misadjustments. A number of other problems have also been reported, so beware. If I were to buy one I would want to buy from a known owner from the LUG, LEG or rangefinder.com. Someone who has already sorted out the problems or who will state that there unit is working ok. Also, the "s" updated software or an actual R-D1(s) is desirable. 

Hope this helps.

Regards,

Rob McClure






New auction site:
http://www.cameragas.com/
 
R-D1 for sale on Ebay:
#150155098839,
#150153537723,
#280147335732.
good luck!
 
Bart.

----- Original Message -----
From: Jeff S. Matsler
To: leica@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Tuesday, August 28, 2007 6:19 AM
Subject: Fw: R-D1?

Hello,
 
I've relocated and am now in Norfolk, Va!  Excellent place.  Wish I had time to enjoy it.  ;-)  
 
Although I'm not a great fan of digital (shot with a Fuji S2, Nikon D1H and D2H for years before dumping all my digi-gear and going straight RF film about a year ago), I'm going to be spending an extended amount of time in the near future in a country with limited photographic processing capabilities and feel that a digital might be more a need than just a want.  However, I'm not interested / capable of spending the $5K required on what is still for me a hobby.
Does anyone have any info, positive or negative on the Epson R-D1?  It looks like a camera that's easily affordable (if you can find one - even used perhaps) if the images are good. 
 
Let me know what you've encountered.  And if anyone knows of one for sale - let me know.
Also, during my relocation, it seems like I read an email from Stephen G. about a new list for buying and selling gear.  Could someone point me to it?  Thanks! 
 
Jeff M
 



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