Name: Leica 6.7Wh 3.7V 1800mAh Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery for M8/M9/M-E/M Monochrome Digital Cameras
Brand: Leica
SKU: LCBM8
Price: 149.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.9 (8 reviews)

Leica 6.7Wh 3.7V 1800mAh Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery for M8/M9/M-E/M Monochrome Digital Cameras

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Under the umbrella of high-performance camera accessories, the 6.7Wh 3.7V 1800mAh Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery stands out as a reliable power source for your Leica M8, M8.2, M9, M9-P, M-E, and M Monochrome digital cameras. Engineered with precision, this durable and compact battery is designed to seamlessly integrate with your Leica camera, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.Boasting a high capacity of 1800mAh, this innovative rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery provides you with approximately 550 shots on a digital M camera, allowing you to capture every moment without the worry of running out of power. It's an ideal companion for long photo tours, freeing you from the constraints of wall sockets and enabling uninterrupted photography sessions.This high-quality Leica battery is not just about power, but also about trust and assurance. It's a testament to Leica's commitment to providing reliable and durable products that complement their top-of-the-line cameras. So, whether you're a professional photographer or a hobbyist, this 6.7Wh 3.7V 1800mAh Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery for M8/M9/M-E/M Monochrome Digital Cameras is a smart investment to keep your Leica camera powered up and ready to capture those perfect shots.

manufacturer product ordered as a backup battery

OEM battery as expected

Number two

I got this extra battery for my Leica M Monochrom. Arrived on time.

Always have extra battery.

Digital cameras, especially Leica digital cameras, are complicated electronic devices, not to mention expensive.

I just don't see any reason to try and save twenty or thirty dollars with a generic battery.  If you can afford a digital Leica, you can afford to put the genuine Leica battery into it.

This battery works with all variants of the M8 and M9, including the M-E and the M Monochrom.  On a full charge with minimal chimping by M Monochrom typically gets anywhere between 250 and 450 exposures per charge, only going below 300 in extreme cold or with heavy use of the rear display.  I have the rear display configured NOT to show an image review by default (I have to press the "playback" button to see my images), and as such I'm usually at or slightly above 400 exposures per charge.

These batteries are reliable (I have currently have three, retired two) and have only had two issues in the seven years I've been using them.  One just gradually diminished in capacity until it only gives about 100 exposures and the other no longer gives correct readout, showing full charge until it is completely empty at something around 200 exposures.  Both of those batteries are the originals I bought in late 2012 and were retired in late 2018 and late 2019, respectively.  I consider 6 to 7 years to be excellent longevity.

I also use the Leica M (Tip 262) which uses a different batter type.  On that camera, I average about 1100 exposures per charge and after 5 years have still not had any fail, though my first one only charges to 85%.

Do yourself a favor and skip the cheap generics.  Your digital Leica will thank you with reliable performance for many years.

The real thing

This battery allows the camera to turn on and take pictures. Holds charge well.

The battery makes the camera work

When my original Leica M-E battery started not charging fully, I purchased this replacement and now have no problems with limited battery life…the old one is now the back-up, and has not been used since.

Great replacement!

Leica brand batteries hold their charge well and recharge quickly.  And they are designed and tested by Leica to function smoothly in your M8 or M9.  There are other non-Leica batteries available for the M8 & M9, but I wouldn't trust them.  Many people complain that these ersatz batteries do not hold a charge, that they arrive dead, or that the camera doesn't register them. Since these imitation batteries aren't quality tested by Leica, there is also a slight chance they could explode inside your camera.  And anyway, why would you put a cheap battery into a top-of-the-line camera?  Spend the extra money not out of brand loyalty, but as assurance that you won't have to worry about a defective battery.

Leica 6.7Wh 3.7V 1800mAh Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery for M8/M9/M-E/M Monochrome Digital Cameras

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