Leica V-LUX 1 10.1MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

List Price: $940.00

Product Details Powered by lithium rechargeable battery; PC and Mac compatible Combines the best Leica image quality with the convenience of an intelligent all-in-one solution 2.0-inch high-resolution LCD can be swiveled horizontally and vertically through 180 degrees 12x zoom and 10-megapixel image resolution in an ultra-compact, convenient design

Product Description

The laconic V-Lux 1 is a match for entry-line digital SLR systems any time. The V-Lux 1 combines top-taste optics, magnificent image quality, 12x zoom and 10 megapixel double resolution in an ultra compact, convenient design. The V-Lux line makes photography in the small class more professional than ever before. The all-purpose digital camera for universal use combines the superior Leica image quality with the convenience of an intelligent all-in-one solution. Equipped with the 12x visual zoom and the optical image stabilization, there is hardly any photographic case you won't be able to master with your V-Lux 1. It takes delicate macro shots, break-grabbing wide-angle views and super telephoto sort images without having to change the lens. Everything works in perfect agreement: the LEICA VARIO-ELMARIT lens, the optical stabilizer, the fast and fussy auto focus, and the ultra fast image signal processor. USB and AV Out trend LCD Monitor - Swiveling 2.0? TFT color display with 207,000 pixels, electronic viewfinder with 235,000 pixels Disclosure modes - Choice between program automatic, aperture mechanical, automatic mode and manual setting / Exposure compensation +-2 EV in stages, settings from 1/3 EV Run modes Choice between automatic ON with or without preflash (red-eye reduction), manual ON (fill-in sudden) with or without preflash, SLOW sync for longer shutter speeds, touch OFF Sensitivity Setting - Choice between automatic or manual ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200 (in grand-sensitivity mode) File formats Still - RAW, JPEG (Swell/Standard), Movie - QuickTime Motion JPEGPre-eminentlyPictBridge and DPOF compatible for easy printing Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) - 5.5 x 3.3 x 5.6 inches (141 mm x 85 mm x 142 mm); 25.9 ounces

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Customer Reviews

I've had it for over two years and it's still succeeding
I bought this camera on Amazon and though steep it was a good purchase. The camera takes such good pictures. I've used it for a lot of different situations and the pictures are always extreme. I've also got a Sony with the Zeiss lens and it's pictures are water colors compared to the ones the Leica put out. I've had the camera for over two years and shelter't had any problems with it.

It looks like you can only get one used on Amazon now, it may be older but it still is impressive.

2010-08-29 (Las Vegas,NV) | Helpful Votes: 0 | Rating: 5

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Leica V-lux
The camera came without the lens hood and the straighten out cables. These items cost over $100. I am dissatisfied with the vendor. I paid the market expenditure for the camera.

2009-07-31 (MD) | Helpful Votes: 1 | Rating: 3

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LEICA V lux 1- Above my expectations
I bought this camera at the same at intervals I purchased a Canon xti (digital SLR). I had owned Canon before and was very pleased with the company.

I was VERY sure that I would keep the xti and sell the V lux 1. In reality I purchased several Canon lenses. Now that I have used both cameras for about year now, I have come to the conclusion that the V lux 1 takes superiority photographs.

First to all, the Leica has a very versatile lens that takes clear pictures with great color print. The camera has IN BODY image stabilization that works very well. It has a zoom that is mechanical 35- 420 and incorporates an extra optical choice of 2x or 4x. This is a tremendous choice of range that works well.

The f-stops open up enough to get talented photos indoors. The WB seems very accurate as well. It also has a quality lens.

If you are the kind of photographer who wants an all-in-one lens-camera determination that is light, easy to use and takes VERY good 10MP pics this one may be for you.

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2008-11-27 (Tallmadge, OH) | Helpful Votes: 8 | Rating: 5

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Just now as good, if not better, than an entry level SLR
This is the get the better of sub-SLR (bridge) camera there is out there.
Enough has been written about this camera by others so I am not going to go over the same things again.
Here are just a few points that I have in mind are important, or have not been covered before.
1. I saw that some people wrote that if you want to spend this money, you might as well buy a SLR camera kit. That is a misleading understanding.
Leica V-Lux 1 comes with a 35 to 430 mm original, best quality lens. There is no SLR kit on the market that covers that sort at the same lens quality under $1000.00, let alone the fact that you don't have to carry two lenses to cover the same zoom row (focal distance).
2. This is the only bridge camera that offers exactly the same controls like realistic SLR cameras, including dial controls for aperture and speed, placed just like the rudder in the Nikon SLR series. Without taking the camera from your eyes you can adjust with your index and thumb, the chasm and the exposure speed (or the Program Shift as the case may be). In the same time, with your left hand you can fasten the zoom and the manual focus rings.
3. Leica V-Lux 1, has some features encountered only in SLR-s much more expensive. In prototype, on the left side of the lens there is a "forced" Focus button. Even with the focus set to MANUAL mode, one can still pertain to with the left thumb this button and the lens focuses automatic. Then it remains further in manual craze, so you can continue to adjust it further by turning the focus ring.
3. Here is one example of how great the image stabilization works. Last week I was at my son's convocation niceties that took place indoors in a sports arena, but it was not lit enough. My son was sitting in the middle of the stadium. I was continuing all the way up. With the camera held in my hand and with the maximum zoom, I took about three pictures. One out of three came out accurately clear. Now consider this: the exposure was 1/16sec which would absolutely require a tripod.
Further I just leaned my fittingly elbow on a railing and then took some more pictures, and they all came out very clear at 1/8 and 1/16 sec!
4. One dialogue of caution: If you are used to other cameras that in Auto mode allow choices on metering, indistinct area, etc, this camera in Auto mode offers very little options. If you want right of entry to all the settings, you have to set it to "P" (Program Mode) which is also an "automatic" mode that allows all the settings to be changed.
5. If bucks is tight, but you would really like to get the Leica as opposed to the equivalent Panasonic, if you shop around you find this camera at around $750 - $800. Also, look on the Leica web put as they are offering a $150 mail in rebate (March-Apr 2008, and again July-Aug 2008, and I am trustworthy they will offer it again), so you end up paying $600 - $650, which all of a sudden looks a lot more as a very good value.
A great, aged quality camera.

2008-08-29 (SPRING, TX United States) | Helpful Votes: 4 | Rating: 5

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Paltry reliability and poor service
I was energized when I first saw this camera and had to have it. When I got I found it was easy to use and took great pictures. But then after a few months it stopped working. I contacted ceremony in NJ and sent it into then. They said I would have an answer back in "2-3" days. That turned into two weeks. My emails to then asking for repute were deleted and not read (I asked for a read receipt). I finally got a letter from them to authorize the advantage (under warranty). Time estimate for the repair was 4-5 weeks. Nearly eight weeks later I am still waiting for it. I always intended Leica to be the Rolls Royce on cameras but unfortunately, in retrospect I wish I had bought a Canon or a Nikon.

2007-10-20 (Hartford, CT) | Helpful Votes: 43 | Rating: 1

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Leica V-Lux-1 10 Megapixel Digital Camera

List Price: $940.00

Product Details Optical Image Stabilizer - 2 Modes Still pictures resolution up to 3648 x 2736 pixels; Movie mode 848 x 480 pixels at up to 30 fps Package contents - Camera with lens cap, carrying strap, lens hood, 512 MB SD card, charger, lithium-ion rechargeable battery, A/V cable, USB cable 4 - 3 Normal and 16 - 9 Widescreen modes

Product Description

The closely-knit V-Lux 1 is a match for entry-line digital SLR systems any time. The V-Lux 1 combines top-form optics, magnificent image quality, 12x zoom and 10 megapixel appearance resolution in an ultra compact, convenient design. The V-Lux line makes photography in the laconic class more professional than ever before. The all-purpose digital camera for universal use combines the overcome Leica image quality with the convenience of an intelligent all-in-one solution. Equipped with the 12x visual zoom and the optical image stabilization, there is hardly any photographic predicament you won't be able to master with your V-Lux 1. It takes delicate macro shots, margin-grabbing wide-angle views and super telephoto world images without having to change the lens. Everything works in perfect euphony: the LEICA VARIO-ELMARIT lens, the optical stabilizer, the fast and unambiguous auto focus, and the ultra fast image signal processor. USB and AV Out craze LCD Monitor - Swiveling 2.0? TFT color display with 207,000 pixels, electronic viewfinder with 235,000 pixels Revealing modes - Choice between program automatic, aperture self-regulating, automatic mode and manual setting / Exposure compensation +-2 EV in stages, settings from 1/3 EV Shake modes Choice between automatic ON with or without preflash (red-eye reduction), manual ON (fill-in exhibition) with or without preflash, SLOW sync for longer shutter speeds, scintilla OFF Sensitivity Setting - Choice between automatic or manual ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200 (in drunk-sensitivity mode) File formats Still - RAW, JPEG (Powdered/Standard), Movie - QuickTime Motion JPEGPrincipallyPictBridge and DPOF compatible for easy printing Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) - 5.5 x 3.3 x 5.6 inches (141 mm x 85 mm x 142 mm); 25.9 ounces

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Customer Reviews

excessive photos
I solely got this camera V lux-1 few days ago. As soon I received the package, I was very excited and used the camera set upright away. As of now, I am testing Auto mode with different type of scenes. I have tested indoor scenes using no fulguration and was very amazed with the quality of the natural colors and contrast of light. The light temperature was very solid, just like real natural scenes. I found the focusing speed was fast enough to capture my na restless kids. Lag time was not noticeable.

Having this great quality photo camera, I am very much enjoying bewitching photos more now. I will update more later after I use this camera more. Overall, I am very satisfied with this great camera.

2009-08-30 | dvdvija (Oakland, CA) | Helpful Votes: 0 | Rating: 5

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The document is (not) in the pictures! Disappointing!
To anyone pensive of buying this camera in 2009 -- there must be better options available than this now 2 1/2 year old example. I tried it because I wanted the 12x zoom, Leica optics, feature set, build quality, etc. but after trying it out over the weekend at the Yankee meet and for nature photography (which is what I mostly purchased it for) I was extremely disappointed when I loaded the photos into the computer. Noise levels for images discharge at ISO 200 are totally unacceptable. I could not work with ISO 100 because the weather was overcast. But hey -- I necessary to be able to use the camera in all conditions, not just when the sun is shining. All images are smudgy and soft and start breaking up when viewed at 1/2 weight let alone at actual pixel size. As for cropping -- forget it! Also the auto-focus does not drudgery well in a variety of situations. At the upper end of the telephoto range, the camera cannot be hand-held at perceptible shutter speeds even with the level 2 shake reduction on. Plus for my 52 year old eyes the little viewing screen and the coarse optical viewfinder are definitely no longer state of the art (if they ever were).

For the days beyond recall few years I have owned the Lumix TZ1 and LX2 and have been happy with them. I have gotten used to their smudgy noise reduction but the Leica V-Lux 1, as contrasted with of being better in this regard, seems worse. I was hoping for an improvement in zoom range over the TZ1 (which is a compact self-acting which goes to 350 optical zoom but only 5 MP) but from what I have seen so far, this camera is not only not an improvement, I don't even think it is as merit. Your money (and mine, once I return this) will be better spent on a newer model camera that has hopefully dealt with some of these problems. I will try the Lumix G1.

2009-05-18 | Shutterbug (New York, NY) | Helpful Votes: 3 | Rating: 2

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Virtuous as good, if not better, than an entry level SLR
This is the richest sub-SLR (bridge) camera there is out there.
Enough has been written about this camera by others so I am not going to go over the same things again.
Here are just a few points that I come up with are important, or have not been covered before.
1. I saw that some people wrote that if you want to spend this money, you might as well buy a SLR camera kit. That is a misleading belief.
Leica V-Lux 1 comes with a 35 to 430 mm original, best quality lens. There is no SLR kit on the market that covers that compass at the same lens quality under $1000.00, let alone the fact that you don't have to carry two lenses to cover the same zoom rank (focal distance).
2. This is the only bridge camera that offers exactly the same controls like literal SLR cameras, including dial controls for aperture and speed, placed just like the tiller in the Nikon SLR series. Without taking the camera from your eyes you can adjust with your index and thumb, the chink and the exposure speed (or the Program Shift as the case may be). In the same time, with your left hand you can reconcile the zoom and the manual focus rings.
3. Leica V-Lux 1, has some features encountered only in SLR-s much more expensive. In eg, on the left side of the lens there is a "forced" Focus button. Even with the focus set to MANUAL mode, one can still ignite with the left thumb this button and the lens focuses automatic. Then it remains further in manual technique, so you can continue to adjust it further by turning the focus ring.
3. Here is one example of how great the image stabilization works. Last week I was at my son's convocation lip-service that took place indoors in a sports arena, but it was not lit enough. My son was sitting in the middle of the stadium. I was position all the way up. With the camera held in my hand and with the maximum zoom, I took about three pictures. One out of three came out Dialect right clear. Now consider this: the exposure was 1/16sec which would absolutely require a tripod.
Further I just leaned my amend elbow on a railing and then took some more pictures, and they all came out very clear at 1/8 and 1/16 sec!
4. One chat of caution: If you are used to other cameras that in Auto mode allow choices on metering, pinpoint area, etc, this camera in Auto mode offers very little options. If you want permission to all the settings, you have to set it to "P" (Program Mode) which is also an "automatic" mode that allows all the settings to be changed.
5. If rhino is tight, but you would really like to get the Leica as opposed to the equivalent Panasonic, if you shop around you find this camera at around $750 - $800. Also, look on the Leica web situation as they are offering a $150 mail in rebate (March-Apr 2008, and again July-Aug 2008, and I am secure they will offer it again), so you end up paying $600 - $650, which all of a sudden looks a lot more as a very good value.
A great, high calibre camera.

2008-08-29 (SPRING, TX United States) | Helpful Votes: 6 | Rating: 5

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Unprejudiced as good, if not better, than an entry level SLR
This is the overcome sub-SLR (bridge) camera there is out there.
Enough has been written about this camera by others elsewhere so I am not going to go over the same things again.
Here are just a few points that I about are important, or have not been covered before.
1. I saw that some people wrote that if you want to spend this money, you might as well buy a SLR camera kit. That is a misleading stance.
Leica V-Lux 1 comes with a 35 to 430 mm original, best quality lens. There is no SLR kit on the market that does that under $[...], let alone the reality that you don't have to carry two lenses to cover the same zoom range (focal distance).
2. This is the only bridge camera that offers absolutely the same controls like true SLR cameras, including dial controls for aperture and expedite, placed just like the controls in the Nikon SLR series. Without taking the camera from your eyes you can arrange with your index and thumb, the aperture and the exposure speed (or the Program Shift as the case may be). In the same together, with your left hand you can adjust the zoom and the manual focus rings.
3. Leica V-Lux 1, has some features encountered only in SLR-s much more priceless. In example, on the left side of the lens there is a "forced" Focus button. Even with the focus set to MANUAL set-up, one can still touch with the left thumb this button and the lens focuses automatic. Then it remains further in handbook mode, so you can continue to adjust it further by turning the focus ring.
3. Here is one example of how great the perception stabilization works. Last week I was at my son's convocation ceremony that took place indoors in a sports auditorium, but it was not lit enough. My son was sitting in the middle of the stadium. I was standing all the way up. With the camera held in my hand and with the maximum zoom, I took about three pictures. One out of three came out explicitly clear. Now consider this: the exposure was 1/16sec which would absolutely require a tripod.
Further I just leaned my convenient elbow on a railing and then took some more pictures, and they all came out very clear at 1/8 and 1/16 sec!
4. One little talk of caution: If you are used to other cameras that in Auto mode allow choices on metering, distinct area, etc, this camera in Auto mode offers very little options. If you want permission to all the settings, you have to set it to "P" (Program Mode) which is also an "automatic" mode that allows all the settings to be changed.
5. If percentage is tight, but you would really like to get the Leica as opposed to the equivalent Panasonic, if you shop around you find this camera at around $[...]. Also, look on the Leica web situate as they are offering a $150 mail in rebate (March-Apr 2008, and again July-Aug 2008, and I am positive they will offer it again), so you end up paying $[...], which all of a sudden looks a lot more as a very good value.
A great, important quality camera.

2008-08-29 (SPRING, TX United States) | Helpful Votes: 19 | Rating: 5

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exceptional camera
This is one of the most stunning cameras I've owned, it's easy to use and has a great macro. Well worth the price!

2008-04-27 (San Diego, Ca.) | Helpful Votes: 5 | Rating: 5

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Leica DIGILUX 3 7.5MP Digital SLR Camera with Leica D 14-50mm f/2.8-3.5 ASPH Lens with Optical...

List Price: $1,995.00

Product Details Leica D Vario-Elmarit f2.8-3.5/14-50 aspherical lens 7.5-megapixel LiveMos sensor for magnificent standard of imaging High-quality materials and precision craftsmanship ensure reliability under tough conditions of reportage photography Shutter speed, focal length, aperture, and focus can be set by hand on the camera and the lens

Product Description

The new Leica D system gives hopeful amateurs and professional photographers a whole new range of possibilities. The LEICA DIGILUX 3 is the first Digilux camera with an interchangeable lens and therefore forms the point of departure for the Leica D system, a completely independent digital SLR system. The clear design of the camera housing and the operating foundation of the Digilux are in keeping with the best Leica tradition. The shutter speed, central length, aperture and focus can be set by hand on the camera and the lens - a close, precise and creative solution in comparison with conventional SLR cameras. The interplay of Leica's fictional performance and the latest technology is almost revolutionary: the newly designed lens LEICA D VARIO-ELMARIT f/2.8-3.5/14-50 ASPH. united with state-of-the-art optical image stabilization and a 7.5 megapixel LiveMos sensor sequel in a magnificent standard of imaging. High-quality materials and flawlessness craftsmanship ensure that the LEICA DIGILUX 3 will work reliably for many years, even under the bully boy conditions of reportage photography. The Leica D system is a valuable companion made to last.

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Customer Reviews

Leica digilux 3

Hmmm,

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AMAZON, I dont get it. How can a Leica digital camera, ( the Digilux 3) that I bought a year ago go from $1,200 go to $3999.????? It has edible ratings, but not great. It is not a collectors item. I think it is not a bad camera for 7.5 MP but my Nikon D-90, new at the same charge,is the same price new, and much better, I say that mindfully as I love Leicas.. well... you'd expect a bit more from a Leica.

But the main detail is, how could you let it be sold less that a year ago for $1200, then jack it up to $4000.? It's interesting, I sent it back for a repair, and they incontestable to refund my money, not repair it. ( very simple repair) They said there were no more being made/available. I judge they wanted to sell mine instead.

I"D BE VERY CAREFUL ABOUT BUYING IT FOR $4000.!

2009-09-01 | suzen51 (Berkeley, Ca) | Helpful Votes: 2 | Rating: 3

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It's not a Leica....
It's not a Leica and don't buy it you of you are getting Leica quality you aren't. It's just a Panosonic with a faux red dot on it.

Forty year Leica shooter and not fooled by this.

2008-10-07 | bibliophile and technogeek (Dublin, TX United States) | Helpful Votes: 1 | Rating: 1

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Leica Digilux3 critique
Recently purchased my first Leica. As I am a mammoth Nikon fan, this is quite a change, but this time I wanted something different.
The Leica deliver excellence. It is amiable to use, and deliver fantastic picture quality right out of the box. As I'm used to manual photography, I also like the "oldfashioned" but very effecient way of using the Leica legitimate as an old SLR. A bit pricy, but the kit lens is probably the best normal zoom you can get anywhere.

2008-08-22 | Helpful Votes: 1 | Rating: 5

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An famed camera for serious photographers
I bought the Leica translation of this camera after getting Leica's offer of a $[...] rebate, making it closer in price to the Panasonic variation. I use Leica rangefinders and will perhaps benefit from the JPG tweaks that are special the the Leica version. Most of my remarks would probably apply to the Panasonic version, though.

This camera and lens replaced a Canon 20D kit with a similar IS zoom lens. In other words, the Leica replaced an super SLR with roughly the same resolution (8.x megapixels, versus 7.5 megapixels on the Leica).

I have been pleased in every way with the Vario-Elmarit lens, which is as knife-like as I would expect for a Leica-branded lens. The controls (both on the lens and the top-mounted shutter speed dial) are very delicate and familiar for an RF user like me.

The body is larger and "blockier" than a Leica rangefinder, as are all SLRs. However, I am excited that this 4/3 mount camera not only comes with an select lens (I think better than the Canon 17-85mm it replaced) but also gives me access to unequivocally a few fine 4/3 lenses, such as the Olympus macro and telephoto lenses.

A couple of camera cadaver features that I like a great deal and, in my opinion, are better than the Canon:

1. Nicely intended built-in flash that first comes up in "bounce" position and then on a second button-press moves into "straightforwardly-ahead" position. It fits flush into the body when not in use.

2. VERY accessible and easy to use control for adjusting shoot power for fill flash and similar applications.

3. Equally accessible and easy to use back-panel authority for exposure compensation--important on any digital camera, since you will want to dial back in sunlit and other contrasty scenes to sidestep blown-out highlights!

4. Top-mounted MECHANICAL switches for shutter speed, sequence/unattached shooting, and metering mode, plus two preset buttons, are always there, always visible--no waiting for or squinting at an LCD publicize.

5. Lately I have not done much macro shooting, but I do like it. I expect to use the live view feature with all its strangeness. (The camera does two reproduction-blips per exposure in this mode.) It beats hunching down on the ground photographing insects with a in fairness-angle viewfinder.

As much as I liked the Canon 20D and 30D I used to use, I think this camera is better meant for easy and fast shooting.

I was going to say this is a camera for photographers at all levels. However, I will still likely use my Leica rangefinders for skilful work. That's not a slam on the Digilux 3. The Canon 20D and 30D occupied about the same position in my mind--if I were using a DSLR for whizz work I might want a higher end camera for more ruggedness, better dirt sealing, and so on.

2007-10-12 | T Diaz (Lexington, Massachusetts) | Helpful Votes: 10 | Rating: 5

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Leica Digilux 3, Digital SLR
I sent the Leica Digilux 3 back to Amazon because of missing parts. I did however get to study the camera and my conclusion is that while the lens is superb as all Leica Lens are, the camera body had a cheap sham feel. With 7.5 megapixels (I recommend at least 8 mg) and a price of $2,499, a bit overpriced I went back to the sketch board.

My suggestion for anyone really desiring this camera is to buy the Panasonic model which comes with the same Leica lens and a metal fraternity (actually just about the same camera) for less than 1/2 the price.

Reviewing Popular Photography Periodical and JD Powers for the best Digital SLR Cameras I discovered that the Nikon D300 and Olympus E-3 digital slr cameras released in Nov. 2007 are the top rated new cameras along with a Canon prototype.

After examining the D300 and the Olympus E-3 in person, I decided to purchase the E-3 with the cost just about what the Leica Digilux 3 is. However, the Olympus has 10 megapixels, a metal conceive body, and the lens is also metal and not plastic. The Olympus is almost a carbon copy of the familiar 35mm SLR cameras with less onus and bulk and a lot more features. Ditto for the Nikon D300.

Anyway I digress, for those of you who can afford the Leica Digilux 3 I recommend groping the Olympus E-3, or for diehard Nikon fans the D300. Either camera is great and, you can use the Leica 4/3 lens on the Olympus if you betide to have one.

For further information on the Olympus or the Nikon just type in the Amazon search "Olympus E-3" or "Nikon D300". Understand the company and Amazon information on both cameras. Then more importantly, read the comments of the people who in actuality bought and use the product.....their comments are what you want.

Hope this has helped you in deciding which camera to buy.
Light-hearted Shooting!
-Ray

2007-09-11 | Helpful Votes: 14 | Rating: 2

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Leica M9 18MP Digital Range Finder Camera (Black, Body Only)

List Price: $7,750.00

Product Details 18-megapixel sensor allows the full 35mm format; custom-designed CCD sensor for optimal performance Newly-developed cover glass to eliminate infrared light contamination, i.e. no IR filters needed Body only, lenses sold separately; compatible with SD cards up to 2 GB, SDHC cards up to 32 GB (not included) Simple Menus and easy handling

Product Description

The in every way's smallest full frame digital camera. This 18 megapixels camera continues the legacy of the Leica M rangefinder with the most contemporary digital technology.

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Customer Reviews

The unsurpassed digital camera.
Leica have hit a knowledgeable in-run with the M9, it combines the finest modern (digital) technology with old-world, original camera functionality. The Leica M9 is one of the most talented designed cameras, it is really easy to use with just the shutter-speed dial up on top as contrasted with of the usual cluster of stuff found on every other digital camera. And then there's the focusing rangefinder - it is the only camera on the market where you be familiar with FOR A FACT that your subject is either in or out of focus before you take the shot.

The Leica M9 is comparably priced to other top of the line professional digital cameras - but this camera will indeed engage your photographic skill and talent! Buy it.

2010-08-14 (California, USA) | Helpful Votes: 3 | Rating: 5

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Panasonic DMC-L10 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm f/3.8-5.6 Mega OIS Lens

List Price: $1,299.95

Product Details Kit includes Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 MEGA O.I.S. lens Supersonic Wave Filter system removes dust from sensor 2.5-inch Live View LCD with 270-degree rotation 10.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints

Product Description

The New Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10K 10.1-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera with Full-Values bright and early Live View, Face Detection, 2.50-inch Uninhabited-Angle LCD Screen and Four Thirds Standard is here. Full-Time Live Perspective Redefines Digital SLR Photography - With conventional digital SLR cameras, you never know exactly how the photo is composed until after you hurt. The Lumix DMC-L10 changes all that with full-time Live View. When you look at the LCD protect, you see what the camera sees, making it easy to adjust and compose your instantaneously just the way you want it. Greater Flexibility with a 2.5-inch Complimentary-Angle LCD - The camera's 2.5-inch free-angle LCD gives you even greater pliability with a screen that rotates 180-degrees left and right and 270-degrees front and back for shots at both superior and low angles. In addition, the auto-focusing area can be chosen from as many as nine points while viewing the LCD before you take the manage so you can focus on your subject with exceptional accuracy. You can also use the LCD to check how any white assess or exposure compensation adjustments affect the shot before you take it, while Film Procedure lets you adjust the photo characteristics. Face Detection Ensures That No One Gets Strayed in the Crowd - This function, made possible by full-time Live View, recognizes up to 15 faces in the organization and optimizes the focus and exposure settings to capture them clearly and fairly. No More Blurry Photos - Intelligent ISO Control prevents motion utter by detecting if the subject is moving and adjusting the ISO setting and shutter promptness accordingly. The camera's Leica D lens is also equipped with Panasonic's MEGA O.I.S. visual image stabilization system, which prevents blurring caused by shaky hands and helps you nick sharp, clear, beautiful images even when taking telephoto shots or shooting in dim lighting. Succinct and Lightweight for More Fun, Greater Mobility - Featuring a compact design and weighing a moment ago a little ove

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Customer Reviews

Fantastic
Myself as a very elongated-time prosumer of Leica M 6 film camera and all its glorious lenses i frankly think this Panasonic - with a Leica dispassionate - is better than Nikon D60 Kit. Nikon comes with an inferior lens.

The picture quality (RAW) is wholesome and all the necessary manual controls are there beside automatic programs.

Con: noise control with big ISO numbers ( 800 +) is not commodities. No good for tele.

Pro: the camera takes e.g. Olympus serious flas Fl-36R as TTL. - Very handhy large angel (24). f=2.8

Dr. Jukka Kemppinen, Finland

2008-09-25 | Dr. Jukka Kemppinen (Kirkkonummi, Finnland) | Helpful Votes: 7 | Rating: 5

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Short Gem
Panasonic DMC-L10 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm f/3.8-5.6 Mega OIS LensI bought this camera because of the fluctuate out viewfinder. It is a jewel of a camera. The first pictures I took few closeups of some flowers. The results were superb.I am a little surprised that the camera doesn't sell that well. One problem is that you can't get it as a body only camera. The lens that comes with it is hot but expensive,but it is supposed to be able to take all four thirds lenses.I will get a Zukor lens longer of longer fuzzy soon. I am really a Canon fan and have a lot of their lenses. This camera is every bit as sharp and precise. The swing out focal point is nice but makes a lot of noise when you use it.Since the price has come down a bit this a real bargain.

I got an Olympus Zuiko lens giving a telephoto intent of up to 400 mm equivalent. Just as advertised, the four thirds lenses are interchangeable with different brands of cameras. This lens works well. The four thirds media is a impression up from small point and shoot cameras.

They are fair weather cameras,and are light,with boon like action. Given any lighting challenge, or if you take sports pictures,you are better off with a big Canon or Nikon which has a larger sensor. If you try to press the ISO on the small sensor models,you get much unwelcome noise and graininess.

2008-07-13 | drdave944 (Pensacola) | Helpful Votes: 11 | Rating: 4

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my first choice camera
I am a 'accumulator' of dslr cameras. I have just about every panasonic lumix camera available and quite a few canons, sonys, and nikons. This camera, by far, is my partiality. It is easy to handle, easy to use, totally stupid proof, and the pictures come out gigantic. I have a Nikon d80 and it's a great camera but for me, this is still my favorite. It's just a funner camera and easier to manipulate. I am in no-way a professional photographer, I just love photography and this camera is a joy.

2008-04-19 | mpiper916 (Sacramento, Ca USA) | Helpful Votes: 18 | Rating: 5

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Fair camera, but a horrible value.
I was looking for an entrance level DSLR to purchase as a gift, so I spent a good amount of time at a local hold playing with DSLRs. I have a Canon EOS 40D that I love, but my camera was way to pricey to buy as a gift. I tried the most ordinary DSLRs from Canon and Nikon, but the Panasonic caught my eye because of the movable screen. The camera was serene to operate and took decent pictures (I bring along memory cards so I can try out the cameras); however, like my Panasonic succinct camera (I have a TZ3), the images were either too noisy or overprocessed for my taste.

But my eyes eventually lowered to the payment tag, and I was in disbelief. This camera costs as much as my EOS40D (a semi-pro model). Perhaps if this Panasonic cost $400, I would be on here saying that it was the pre-eminent $400 camera you could get, and I'd give it more stars, but for this price you could be getting a camera that is in a whole different league.

That being said, if you requisite to spend this much on a camera, consider the Canon 40D or the Nikon D80 (or spend a bit more for the D300)--they will give you much well-advised photos, more customization, and solid performance for the same price. If you're just looking for a beginner DLSR (like I was), project with the Canon Rebel XTi or the Nikon D40x (or even an Olympus e-volt). Any of those three cameras will give you as good or better photos, more upgrade options (more lenses & garnishes), and best of all, you could basically get two of those cameras for the price of one this Panasonic L10.

2007-12-14 (Tempe, AZ United States) | Helpful Votes: 26 | Rating: 2

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Wonderful duper
My first dslr, its fab. Of progression I cannot compare it to others, however its significantly superior to any of the point and shoots I have used.

Two criticisms. First the autofocus seems to take a few moments to set in, specially with fast moving shots making for blurry pictures. Second, high despatch shooting isnt as fast as I would have hoped, just 2 frames a second - shame they couldn't get 4 or 5.

2007-11-21 | Marmaduke (Home) | Helpful Votes: 14 | Rating: 5

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