Leica's steel grey M9 — cosmetic variant of the first full-frame CCD M rangefinder.
The Leica M9 (Steel Grey) is a cosmetic variant of the M9 — the first full-frame digital M rangefinder. The steel grey finish was a limited option alongside standard black and silver. Same 18MP full-frame CCD sensor.
Same 18MP full-frame CCD as standard M9 — the first full-frame digital Leica M. The CCD produces distinctive colour rendering praised by many photographers. Known for potential sensor corrosion issue — check sensor condition.
Leica M mount. Steel grey finish. 18MP full-frame Kodak CCD — first FF digital M. 2.5-inch LCD. Rangefinder. The steel grey was a limited finish option.
Available used at mid-range to professional prices. The M9 sensor corrosion issue (affecting some units) should be checked — Leica offered replacement. The steel grey is less common than black. For budget full-frame digital M or Leica collectors.