Leica V-Lux 1, 10.0 Megapixel, 12x Optical/4x Digital Zoom, Digital Camera USA

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I have shot action, portrait, indoor and outdoor settings and this is the easiest camera for adjusting to changing situations. The auto setting shoots as good pictures as choosing settings yourself. I have used nikon slr cameras for years and this camera shoots better quality pics. The only drawback that I have had is that the lens is not interchangeable but still with the zoom and macro functions on the camera you really don't need much more.

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A REAL camera, can be used professionally, turning out images clients buy. Lens is killer sharp. Sensor is noise-free at ISO 100. I rarely shoot other than in manual mode, dials and controls allow the camera to be dialed in quickly, as age sets in (MY age), eyes are in need of bright light to accurately focus so I have come to trust and rely on the V-Lux's auto focus, which is terrific. It shoots RAW, a totally critical necessity for my workflow, and lags between shots only between 1 and 2 seconds. The camera is tough enough to chuck around a bit and take a beating, it shoots RAW files with kicker/fill flash and using the large swiveling/spinning LCD on the back for maybe 200 images (1/2 day for me) on 1 battery, which is wonderful. It has a hot shoe which accepts Wizards, which makes the camera a good stand in for event photography. All in all- I wish it were an M8, but I am not convinced the pictures would be any better. I love it.

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Altogether an excellent camera; the image quality compares favorably with my professional SLR lenses, though I rarely enlarge above 16 x 20".

This would be a great camera except for some white balance issues and the poor built-in flash performance. I personally dislike the electronic eye-level viewfinder, but find the LCD adequate.

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Fast, smooth and safe transaction purchasing from B&H. No call-back nonsense trying to upgrade the sale. I have had the Leica V-Lux Camera for about 3 weeks and it is all and more than I expected. It is a quality camera with exceptional build fit and finish and picture-taking features. The internal software programming is great contributing to its ease of use. I also own a Panasonic Lumix with a Leica lens and while I am also very pleased with that camera, Leica takes it one step further. Bottomline is that while Leica may be more expensive than most cameras, there is no substitute for quality. Will definitely buy again from B&H.

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Colors and sharpness are incredible

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I bought this as a travel camera so I wouldn't be carrying my 1ds mkIII on vacation. Don't expect pro quality images- it's a fraction of the price of a pro setup. BUT, for a point and shoot(ish) camera, it is great! Good glass and a VERY versatile focal length range make it very suitable for snapshots and travel pics for up to medium size enlargements. The images are noisy/grainy (even at 100 ISO), but it is a very nice, cool, artsy-looking digital grain! Bottom line, this is a nice camera that takes good pictures.

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An excellent camera for anyone wanting to pursue any type of photography. I have been taking some awesome pictures with this camera and love the functions it has. Easy to operate and easy to control.

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Long life battery, and high capacity card, excellent detail.

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svivel LCD is very helpful

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This camera provides a lot of possibilities, but still suffers from all the problems digital cameras of the non SLR variety have. Namely low light issues. It is very light weight for the zoom range and the lens offers great performance. Speed was not an issue for me. In terms of great shots to not so great shots it performed as I would have expected but no where near as well as cameras with interchangeable lenses. In essence the choice I made was to use a camera on a vacation that would allow me not to carry so much gear. The benefit of 100% view finder coverage should not be underestimated for creative photogrpahy. The ease of set up and flexibility of this camera is pretty great all being revealed.

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The manual controls for both focus and zooming, as well as for exposure, work exactly like a manual camera in the film era. I would have loved a camera with the large zoom and manual controls, with optional automation using 35 mm film. I'm not sure if the "Leica" is any better than the largely identical Panasonic FZ-50, but with the extras thrown in by both Leica and B&H, it is only about 30% more expensive than the Panasonic, and that is worthwhile since Leica's are backed up by Leica Co., and hold resale value longer. I bought this to replace my Leica CL, and plan to use it similarly, though I might use it instead of an SLR as well.

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We use this camera for events we sponsor. The pictures are very clear and of high quality.

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I had an FZ20 and was looking for an FZ50. There were none available so I got the V-Lux 1. There were several features that I really like on this camera.
The diopter wheel for the view finder is no longer easy to bump when taking the camera in and out of my camera bag.

I like the fact that the distance adjustment is on the end of the lens and not on the button for the shutter release.

I like having the LCD tilt out for pictures that you want to take that make it difficult to see the back of the camera.

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The range of focus means no changing lenses. I use the auto mode mostly, but it is nice to over ride when necessary. The different programs adjust for poor lighting conditions well. I found this a no hassle way to go from instramatic picture to better photography.

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Took itb up bell cord i inCo andgotgreat shots of landscape and wildlife andclose up of wu ild flowers. comeclose to a full digital system . the lesne is laser sharp and has the fampus leica color ! . copuld use a little more flash power but for going light it is the best I've used bar none I hace sold images made with it !! . One minus needs hard to find Leica filters filters . + can switch from color B+W fast . eat lens unmatched in it class . Best light weight for hikers and climbers . thphots rival fuji velvia 100 in 35 mm

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Camera is fantastic, heavier than expected and screen size could be larger but would buy again...

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My husband and I bought the V Lux1 for our Honeymoon last fall and we have been amazed by the beautiful photographs it produces. Neither of us are trained in photography, so we wanted something that was a point and shoot, no brainer. You wouldn't know we were amateurs by the quality of our shots. The large LCD with the 180 degree swivel is a favorite feature for us too. When in crowds we can swivel and tilt the screen and reach up overhead and compose a great photograph. It also comes in handy when you want to have the worm's eye view without having to get on the dirty ground. I particularly appreciate how light weight the camera is because I have a neck injury. And true to the Leica name, the lens is what makes this camera great. The zoom and wide angle capabilities are fantastic. Oh and one more fun feature that I love is the ability to shoot video. The quality of the footage and audio is great! I can't say enough good things about this camera.

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Easy to use ,best pics and the most importent thing it's a Leica

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I bought this camera for my father's birthday gift. As I was helping him to set up the basic part of this camera, I used it a bit and found a few things. I personally use Canon EOS, so it was a strange feeling about the zoom ring moves toward the oposit direction. I carry D-LUX 3 every day, so rest of the usage on this camera was almost the same. I wish the LCD was a bit larger. One comment I can make is that if you use the finder mode, you feel something strange, because it's digitally brought to your eye. Especially, when you're using 400mm range, it's hard to realize where you're looking at... It takes some time. Body is made out of cheap plastic, but it's well designed and it'll fit in your hands righ away. I'm sure you'll love it. I would say for overall, it's very well made camera. Since it's for the beginner to intermediate users (I imagine), I don't expect too much out of this price. However, you still get a super crisp image out of Leica lens which I liked a lot.

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I am not a professional, but I have had several professionals ask about this Leica. Throughout my worldly travels, several people have asked about this machine. Its great.