Leica S2 Pricing

[arashm]

Also no word on software ( or did I miss it )
also as I said on LL, I find this line somewhat interesting:
"that puts it squarely into the apparently troubled medium format sector."
am

 

[robmac]

For those about to look up current FX MARKET rates (rounded to two decimal places) before checking their Line of Credit limits:

1 Pound =1.17 Euros
1 Pound = 1.64 US$

Of course intra-market pricing won't necessarily follow such a simple formula.

Also, the "*" in the S2-P price of just under 20,000 Pounds DOES NOT stand for a kit, but an S2 with sapphire glass and a 'platinum' service package. Professional service/support packages to be marketed, details avail later.

 

[arashm]

Robmac
That would make it $28,570.08 CAD.... cool

 

[robmac]

Lets not forget VAT/HST of 13%, so C$32,285 + lenses + support package + + + + + + + the 13% on all the "+s"

I'll probably pass on the sapphire glass :ROTFL:

Oh, for those looking for a ray of sunshine, the prices listed above (DPR apparently jumped the press release gun) DO include 15% VAT..snark, snark.

Robmac
That would make it $28,570.08 CAD.... cool

 

[fotografz]

If that pricing holds true, we're talking in excess of $50,000. USD for a diverse pro set up.

Hmmm, er ... waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay out of my league these days.

 

[arashm]

Does any one here know how much a Hasselblad H3DII-31 retails for in the UK?

Robmac I doubt the prices are going to be a direct translation to dollars... No? ( I hope )
am

 

[Bob]

I have been waiting on before forming an opinion.
I guess i am still waiting for US pricing, but the trend is not positive.
-bob

 

[robmac]

Does any one here know how much a Hasselblad H3DII-31 retails for in the UK?

Robmac I doubt the prices are going to be a direct translation to dollars... ( I hope )
am

Mentioned that in my original post... It would be unlikely, but that said, the pricing structure is looking pretty clear.

Let say you optimistically use the Euro/Pound rate and use that figure as the nominal US$ market price -- you're looking at spitting distance either side of $20K for an S2-P body only - ex VAT. That said, there is that proprietary '...Leica 37MP = Hassy/Phase 50MP...' pricing factor to account for as well... LOL

Too close a nominal price and UK/EU buyers start sending love letters to US dealers (typical global warranty?) - assuming duty and VAT schedules make it prudent. Use a straight Pound vs. US$ FX rate based US$ price and US dealers start sending Solms hate mail.

Given DPR has apparently let the cat out of the bag early (vs. Friday?) , folks in EU and NA should know the gory details soon enough.

 

[Mark Gowin]

I am holding out hope that US pricing is lower than the UK prices converted to US dollars. I was also hoping that Leica would offer a camera plus lens package deal. I know that is a lot of hope.

Mark

 

[LJL]

Well, if these prices are real, and even if they do translate from pounds to dollars, or close enough when the VAT is excluded and such, this is still a bit stiff an asking price. The 16K pounds, if done as $16k in the US....or close would be a very good starting point....IF it included at least the 70/2.5 non-CS lens, and folks could work from there.

Will wait to see some formal announcement soon, but this is not as encouraging as I was dreaming for ;-) Next, we will also have to find out the actual performance and then learn about the service packages. At least some news is coming out, so that is a good sign.

LJ

 

[robmac]

Actually looked at Robert White UK website, Hassy H3DII-50 sans lens is 15,995 Pounds (albeit EX 15% VAT).
I knew Solms were pre-conditioning folks with their 'our 37MP = their 50MP' BS, but I never thought they would be so close (15%) to literal about it. ;>

 

[arashm]

actually seeing that you'd have to crop down to a 3/4 ratio, that would make it more in line with a H3DII-31 for "me".
Hence I was wondering about it's price in the UK.
I was informed on LL (thank you) that it's 9995.00
rather confusing I must say...
am

 

[robmac]

If you're willing to go with a demo 31 kit, you can apparently save 550 (9445):

http://www.robertwhite.co.uk/product.asp?P_ID=1423&PT_ID=391

 

[Guy Mancuso]

Well kids my feeling right now if i had to buy something. Let's say someone actually had the gun at my head than just replacing my back with a P40 Plus makes way to much sense to ignore. If I do the math on this to get in with a setup looks to be way over the top. Not when P30 Plus and H3/31 are around for a song. After doing the p30 against the the bigger back there is no REAL difference anyway. 6 extra MPX is worthless and i would rather have the bigger sensor and more important 4/3 shooting ratio.

For Leica's sake i hope these posted prices are there wet dream and they will wake up to reality in the morning.

 

[robmac]

Looking at Dale's thread, the question is answered - not quite the the official US$/Pound FX rate - but not off by far... US$28K for the S2-P vs ~US$33K using straight FX rate.

 

[fotografz]

Performance and service will be the criteria in the pro world that this camera is aimed at.

Extra $K comparisons may weed out those impacted by the economic down-turn, but superstars won't care as much ... IF this sucker delivers the goods and is backed with pro service.

Since I'm not a superstar, or a mondo rich industrialist/doctor/lawyer, I won't be one of them

 

[jonoslack]

Performance and service will be the criteria in the pro world that this camera is aimed at.

Extra $K comparisons may weed out those impacted by the economic down-turn, but superstars won't care as much ... IF this sucker delivers the goods and is backed with pro service.

I quite agree, and it seems possible that if they sell them at this price, and (as someone else says) their target is 1000 per annum, then they might even make a profit!

Since I'm not a superstar, or a mondo rich industrialist/doctor/lawyer, I won't be one of them

Me neither - sad isn't it - mind you, I wouldn't have bought one even if it had been half the price.

 

[David A]

Hasselblad H3DII 60 camera - without lens from Dale Photographic in the UK Our Price £27,019.00 With VAT

http://www.dalephotographic.co.uk/m...ZING FREE TRIP TO NASA's KENNEDY SPACE CENTRE

David