Leica M9 Monochrome Camera.
Converted Leica M9 from color to monochrome
1 Week Rent.
Replacement Cost: $5,750.00
This was a color camera that has been modified to monochrome visible light. If you are shooting JPG, then we recommend setting a custom White Balance (WB) and setting picture style to monochrome. If you are shooting in RAW, while you can use your normal workflow, for best results, we recommend first using software such as Monochrome2DNG (30 day free trial and $25 to buy) which will convert the camera RAW file to a 16 bit DNG RAW file without debayering. After that, you can use your normal workflow. Other options include Accuraw Monochrome (Mac Only) or free software DarkTable and using the monochrome debayer option.
If you are unsure what use a monochrome camera rather than using a color camera and converting to post, we recommend you read a comparison analysis here. Basically, a camera sensor can deliver a fixed amount of information. When you include color information, spatial and contrast resolution are reduced. Once a color picture is taken, you can't the lost spatial and contrast resolution back because it was never captured in the first place.
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General Rental Terms:
- This is a rental request. We don't charge until rental is approved. The website collects payment information, but we process all credit card charges manually.
- We only rent to USA addresses. Deposit is required. Rental request will be reviewed for approval. We will require additional forms of documentation such as Driver's License. Return shipping label method and cost will be calculated for customer approval before rental.
- Rent Start Date is the first date of attempted delivery or first day of rental period shown on the order receipt. Lessor cannot guarantee a specific date or time for delivery. Delivery dates are our best estimate. In the event that shipping company delays delivery, rental dates are adjusted accordingly.
- Equipment must be returned at Rent End Date by the end of the business day. A prepaid label will be included with equipment. Return shipping is pre-paid for by the Lessee.
- In the event of a late return, Lessee will be charged 20% of the weekly rate per day.
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