Leica M9-P Adds Sapphire Crystal Screen, Loses Red Dot

Leica has announced the M9-P, a “professional” variant of its already high-end M9 rangefinder. The only functional change is the sapphire crystal cover on the rear LCD, which also comes with anti-reflective coatings on both sides. Otherwise, the manual-fo

via WIRED: http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2011/06/leica-m9-p-adds-sapphire-crystal-screen-loses-red-dot/

On the outside the changes are cosmetic. The leatherette cover is knobbier, making grip supposedly easier, and the trademark Leica red dot has been removed from the front of the camera, as has the “M9″ logo. This ensures stealth for pros