If you value style but not weight when you're out looking for great images, you'll love the ultra compact LEICA C-LUX 2 ! Sporting a classic black or silver metal body and measuring just 3 1/2 x 2 in, it fits into even the smallest pocket. The elegant exterior design is unmistakably Leica and is matched by an immaculate standard of optics and digital technology inside. The high-speed wide-angle 28 mm zoom lens takes stunning, space-grabbing shots. The optical image stabilizer and the intelligent exposure control prevent camera shake and ensure optimum definition. The 7.2 megapixel CCD sensor enables superlative prints up to poster size. The extra large 2.5-inch display, the image stabilization and short shutter delay of the LEICA C-LUX 2 all guarantee carefree photography with high-quality results. Fast, discreet snapshots captured on the fly, or pictureperfect compositions at twilight or in other tricky conditions - everything is possible with the LEICA C-LUX 2. The VARIO-ELMARIT zoom lens retracts entirely into the camera body at the flick of the 'off' switch. Whether you're a partygoer, beachcomber, city stroller or nature lover, the LEICA C-LUX 2 is always a dependable companion - any time, any place, you'll never miss another photo op. Shop Amazon - Compact System Cameras - Best Sellers
FEATURE :
- 7.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints.
- 3.6x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display.
- High-speed wide-angle lens allows for creative framing.
- Classic, ultra-compact metal body measures 3.5 x 2 x .9 inches.
- Powered by lithium-ion battery (battery and charger included); stores images on SD memory cards (64MB memory card included).
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REVIEW FROM AMAZON :
1) Leica C-Lux 2 - I won't go into technical details here because those can be found on the Leica site etc. I really wanted to love this camera but...for the price I expected better. Here is a short and simple synopsis of what I found:
PROS:The material and workmanship of the product are supurb. The design is flawless and all controls are easy to access. You don't have to go deep into the menu to change basic important features. The "self protrait" feature works very well. Color and low light capture are superior.
CONS:The macro feature is only OK. The landscape pictures I took were poor. I tried all the different settings, took about 50 pictures and only a handful were acceptable to me. The video capture is OK with somewhat poor sound quality. You can't zoom while filming.
Overall, this is an interesting little camera. But for the price there are better alternatives like the Sony T-100. It is incredible both for pictures and video.
By M. Bahl on May 12, 2007
2) Extremely impressive pocket camera - I am *extremely* impressed by this little Leica.
This will be a rather short review since this camera model is already, like, 300 years old in dog years.
I was able to pick a new one up for less than [...] on the internets from someone who clearly didn't know what they were parting with. When I inquired into why the party was selling she only told me that her husband needed something newer.
I have owned and used dozens of cameras (Leica, Nikon, Canon, Rollie, Mamiya) in my career.
The C-LUX 2 is an amazing unit in terms of color authenticity, image quality, zoom quality, sensitivity, precision, workmanship, and most of all: usability and convenience.
I cannot stress how perfect the menu system is on this camera. It's perfect and the controls are precise, accurate, and delightful to use.
Convenience means that having this camera in your pocket you will never miss a great shot no matter where you are. Yes it really is that good. With controls from scene mode to nearly manual you have precise control of your pictures. There is no reason you cannot achieve a National Geo picture with this camera.
When the C-LUX 2 debuted at [.........] it was really a Euro-jet-setting no-show. Now that you can find this gem below [....] it is a must have.
5 stars based on current market conditions and availability in late 2008. Good luck finding a mint unit. If you are indefatigable you will find no better camera in the same class at any price.
By Carl D. Antone on October 31, 2008
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