Leica C-LUX 2 7.2MP Compact Digital Camera w/ image stabilization 18326

Product Info for Leica C-LUX 2 7.2MP Compact Digital Camera w/ image stabilization 18326

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 7.2 MP Digital Camera! 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" 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 C-LUX 2 Digital Camera by Leica is always a dependable companion – any time, any place, you’ll never miss another photo op.

This Digital Camera by Leica provides you with stunning photos. Additional accessories are available for this camera. The Leica Wrist Strap keeps your camera at your side while the Leica Leather Case protects from knicks and scratches.

Specifications for Leica C-LUX 2 7.2MP Compact Digital Camera w/ image stabilization:


Image type/format:		1/2.5" CCD sensor with 7.38 million pixels (7.2 m pixels effective in 4:3 format).

Resolution:		In 4:3 format either 3,072 x 2,304 pixels, 2,560 x 1,920 pixels, 2,048 x 1,536 pixels, 1,600 x 1,200 pixels, 1,280 x 960 pixels or 640 x 480 pixels. In Leica 3:2 format either 3,072 x 2,048 pixels or 2,048 x 1,360 pixels. In 16:9 format either 3,072 x 1,728 pixels or 1,920 x 1,080 pixels (corresponds to HDTV standard).

Video recording:		In 16:9 format 848 x 480 pixels ; In 4:3 format with 640 x 480 pixels, or in 4:3 format with 320 x 240 pixels at either 30fps or 10fps, duration of recording limited by the capacity of the memory card. Recordings with sound. (Duration of recordings for UK/EU/ES-SCAN versions max. 15 min)

Data recording:		File formats : Still pictures JPEG (Fine/Standard) ; Video QuickTime Motion JPEG.
Color:		Silver body

Storage media:		SDHC memory card, SD memory card and MultiMedia card (a 64 MB SD card is supplied with the camera).

Film speed setting:		Either automatic, Intelligent ISO or manual ISO 100, ISO 200, 400, 800 or ISO 1250 (in high-sensitivity mode : 3200).

White balance:		Either automatic, for daylight, overcast sky, halogen light, two manual settings, fine adjustment of white balance in a range of –1500 to +1500 K in 150 K steps (not available for automatic setting).

Lens:		LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT f/2.8–5.6/4.6–16.4 mm ASPH. (corresponds to 28–100 mm in 35 mm photography in 4:3 picture format), 3.6 x optical zoom. Change of focal length by conveniently located zoom lever. 7 elements in 6 groups (5 aspherical lens elements/6 aspherical surfaces) with optical image stabilization.

Focus Range :		Normal mode : 50 cm (20 in) – infinity, Macro/Simple/Motion Picture : wide-angle 5 cm (2 in)/telephoto 30 cm (12 in) - infinity.

Digital zoom:		4x

Optical image stabilizer:		2 modes: either for exposure only or for exposure and monitor.

Function key :		For direct control of : image stabilizer, bracketing speed, white balance, ISO setting, picture size, compression.

Focusing:		Autofocus, either normal or macro. Autofocus mode/measurement range either 5 fields (full image area), faster autofocus with 3 fields (across the center) or with 1 central field, 1 field, or spot.

Exposure:		Exposure modes Either simple mode, normal image or macro. Exposure metering multi-field measurement, Exposure bracketing +/- 2 EV in 1⁄ 3 EV steps.

Shutter speed range:		In fully automatic mode: 8–1/2000 sec. Starry sky mode : 15, 30, 60 s. Video mode : 1/30 s –1/6400 s.

Flash:		Flash modes either automatic flash on with or without pre-flash (to reduce red-eye), manual flash on (fill-in flash), SLOW for slower shutter speeds (with pre-flash), flash off. Flash range (ISO set at Auto) : 0.6–5.0 m (wide-angle), 0.3–2.0 m (telephoto), in high-sensitivity mode : 0.8–5.7 m (wide-angle), 0.8–2.8 m (telephoto).

Scene programs:		Portrait, soft skin, landscape, sport, night portrait, night landscape, starry sky, fireworks, food, party, candlelight, baby 1, baby 2, pets, sunset, high sensitivity, beach, snow, aerial, underwater.

Toning effects:		Natural, standard, lively, blueish, reddish, black-and-white or sepia.

Monitor:		2,5" polycrystalline TFT color display with 207,000 pixels. Field of view : almost 100 % Power LCD mode, wide-angle viewing mode..

Automatic timer:		Either 2 s or 10 s countdown.

Connections:		Lithium-ion battery (LEICA BP-DC6), 3.6 V, 1000 mAH or optional mains unit (LEICA ACA-DC4).


Printer compatibility:		PictBridge

Power supply:		Lithium-ion battery (LEICA BP-DC6), 3.6 V, 1000 mAH or optional mains unit (LEICA ACA-DC4).

Dimensions (W x H x D):		approx. 94.9 x 51.9 x 22 mm (3.7 x 2 x 0.9 inches)

Weight:		approx. 132 g (4.6 oz) without battery and memory card ; approx. 154 g (5.4 oz) with battery and SD memory card.

Scope of supply:		Battery charger, battery, 64 MB SD memory card, AV cable, USB cable, AC cable, wrist strap, CD ROM with software (Adobe Photoshop Elements 3/4/5, Quicktime Movieplayer).