Leica Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery for Leica M9 & M8
The powerful Leica Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery has the capacity for about 575 exposures (as per CIPA test conditions) and only takes 200 minutes to charge in the Leica battery charger. It is for the Leica M9 and M8 cameras.
| Chemistry | Lithium-ion |
| Capacity | 1800mAh |
| Output Voltage | 3.7v |
| Dimensions | 1.7 x 1.2 x 0.4" |
| Weight | 1.2 oz |
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by PowerReviews(based on 41 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Reliable (29)
- Solid construction (27)
- Easy to install (24)
- Fast charge (23)
- Long-lasting (19)
Cons
- Loses charge quickly (5)
Best Uses
- Back-up (23)
- Digital photography (21)
- Travel (14)
- Photography (7)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (15), Semi-pro photographer (12), Pro photographer (7)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (26)
Most Liked Positive Review
Does the job
Purchased a spare battery for my M9. I have three Leica M batteries, all work as advertised. I would like for Leica to figure out a way to squeeze longer life out of the...Read complete review
Purchased a spare battery for my M9. I have three Leica M batteries, all work as advertised. I would like for Leica to figure out a way to squeeze longer life out of the batteries. They are about twice the cost of a battery for my 5D Mark II, and about half the life. Other than that quibble, the batteries have been reliable and decent performers. Definitely recommend these over the generic/third party M batteries.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Not powerful enough!
While small and convenient there is not enough power in these compared to Canon and Nikon batteries. I need a battery that lasts a few days. The Leica battery is dead in a day ...Read complete review
While small and convenient there is not enough power in these compared to Canon and Nikon batteries. I need a battery that lasts a few days. The Leica battery is dead in a day of heavy shooting and LCD viewing. I would have hoped that with the new M9 a more powerful battery would have come too. There is no other option for the M8 & M9 but these batteries and you will still need to buy them but I hope Leica gets the message and makes a more powerful battery.
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Pros
- Easy to Install
- Fast Recharge
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Compared to third party Batteries the Leica dedicated Battery last 20% longer from my experience
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Clearly underpowered for the camera. With my 5dII I could go days without recharging, but with this camera and battery and relatively light use I basically need to recharge every day.
I'd love to see a third party battery with more capacity.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
No moving parts.
Simple operation.
Easy to install.
Recharge time seems excessive.
Solid Construction
So why such a high price?
Thats Leica for ya.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Fast Recharge
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Digital Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
[...]. I immediately charged it. Next time I grabbed my M9 its battery was dead. A quick battery exchange and I was back in business.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Digital Photography
- Photography
- Travel
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
If you are shooting an M9 this is the first accessory you should get. You really need two batteries for a full day of shooting.
Typical Leica quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Solid Construction
Cons
- Bottom plate a hassle
- Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
I have two Leica brand and 2 that are aftermarket. They all work and have been in use for over 1 year. The one gripe, well two, that I have is one, having to remove the bottom plate of the camera is silly and the charge on the battery or I should say, the milli amp of the battery or power requirements of the camera are wrong. I can not get through a day without changing a battery if I do very much shooting and that is not the 565 exposures advertised.
Other than that, they are too expensive but that is Leica.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Only buy genuine Leica batteries. ALL the others die quickly and do NOT hold a charge for long. [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
- Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses
- Back Up
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Expensive and nothing special. Leica batteries do not last very long before needing a recharge. You almost have to have a spare.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Fast Recharge
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Digital Photography
- Photography
- Travel
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Bought a knock-off back up battery for $35.00 for my Leica M9. Worked fine for about two months and then died. In preparation for a month-long trip spent the [$] and bought a Leica brand battery.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Digital Photography
- Travel
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Use to replace my original Leica battery on M8.2, and my old one use as spare. You can't go wrong with Leica original products.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Digital Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
I use the battery in Leica M9. I highly recommend getting a spare as the battery drains quickly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
Cons
- Slow Recharge
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Overall I'm not that happy with the Leica battery but
if you own a M9 this is about the only game in town.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Anything and everything with the Leica name is expensive...even battery. Since I heard many horror stories of 3rd party battery on the M, i rather buy the original 1st party (even though it's manufactured by their OEM and not from Leica factory) [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Fast Recharge
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
I use this proiduct in my Leica M 8.2. It is a back-up to battery that came with the camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Recharge
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Digital Photography
- Travel
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
A backup battery is a must have! If you own Leica, stay with Leica....the best deserves the best!
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Travel
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
I don't know about other brands but I always buy Leica accessories when ever possible. I like to carry a spare battery when traveling. If you are shooting a lot you will need it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Digital Photography
- Photography
- Portrait Photography
- Travel
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Leica's exceptional quality as you would expect!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Fast Recharge
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Works well ... why buy a Leica and skimp
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Fast Recharge
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
- There are no "cons"
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Photography
- Portrait Photography
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
The Leica M9 camera goes with me everywhere. I shoot a great deal with it. Having a back up battery is just good sense. For example, what if I'm out and about and I encounter an especially great subject that I really want to get into, spending serious time shooting that. Obviously having that extra battery in your pocket enables you to keep getting those great shots.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Fast Recharge
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
- Solid Construction
Cons
- Expensive for a battery
Best Uses
- Back Up
- Digital Photography
- Travel
Comments about Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery f/ Leica M9 & M8:
Purchased a second battery for a recently purchased Leica M8.2 camera. Will rotate this battery and the original to help insure that there will always be a fully charged battery when out taking photographs. May purchase a third depending on the number of photos available with each charge. So far, so good.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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