Photographer Transformed a Panasonic Lumix G9 II Into a Leica Look-Alike
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Key Points:
- Cristian Băluță, a programmer and weekend photographer, created a custom camera by transplanting the internal components of a Panasonic Lumix G9 II into a self-made Leica M replica body, aiming for a high-quality, rangefinder-style design.
- Băluță chose the Lumix G9 II for its superior Micro Four Thirds capabilities, including high resolution, phase-detect autofocus, dual card slots, and compatibility with Panasonic Leica lenses, despite not initially owning the camera or fully understanding its internal layout.
- The project involved extensive hardware and software engineering, including 3D modeling and printing, custom CNC machining, and PCB redesign, with Băluță learning new skills like Fusion360 during the process.
- While the final
