The Leica C-LUX 2 Digital Camera features a classic slim-line design that is unmistakably Leica. Although the camera is small enough to fit in the smallest pocket, it incorporates a beautifully sharp and large 2.5" color LCD display. The display also provides wide-angle viewing to easily share your images and a live histogram feature to confirm exposure while shooting.

The 7.2 megapixel CCD sensor enables you to produce superlative prints - even up to poster size. The fully retractable Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Aspherical lens provides a wide focal length range of 28mm - 100mm in 35mm format. An integrated image stabilizer (O.I.S), the C-LUX 2, effectively prevents blurred photos no matter what the photographic situation is, by consistently compensating for small hand movements. This combined with the high-sensitivity mode (up to ISO 3200) ensures that pictures are always sharply defined - whether shooting during twilight, indoors, under candlelight or in situations where using a flash is not possible.

The C-LUX 2 offers very short shutter lag, and a generous selection of shooting modes including a number of very useful scene modes to suit different photographic situations. This gives the photographer flexibility, which he will find necessary to take successful pictures, regardless of the subject, lighting or other shooting conditions.

7.2 Megapixel Resolution

With a resolution of 7.2 Megapixels, you'll be able to produce high resolution images that can yield photo quality 16 x 20" prints. Together with the advanced electronics and in-camera software the C-LUX 2 produces images with natural color rendering, excellent definition and high brilliance.

Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens

The powerful Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens consists of seven elements (four of which are aspherical) in six groups. With a maximum aperture of f/2.8 and a wide focal length range of 28mm to 100mm in 35mm format, the C-LUX 2 is well suited to shooting all kinds of subjects such as interior shots or group photos.

Optical Image Stabilizer

The C-LUX 2 produces exquisitely sharp photos even when shooting under candlelight or when shooting moving objects thanks to the built-in optical image stabilizer and the high-sensitivity setting of up to ISO 3200.

Striking Compact Design

The striking design, and clearly arranged controls gives the camera the timeless elegance typical of a Leica camera, and makes operation simple and intuitive. Furthermore, the ultra compact dimensions of the C-LUX 2 means that it easily fits into any bag or pocket and is therefore the ideal companion for everyday use, leisure pursuits, travel or any other occasion.

Durable and Ergonomic Construction

The all metal body with slightly rounded sides along with great attention to small details ensures a reliable and robust camera that is comfortable to handle.

Superb Performance

Thanks to its extremely short shutter delay and precise autofocus, The C-LUX 2 can be relied upon to capture spur-of-the-moment snapshots; and the powerful battery provides power for up to 300 photos on a charge for carefree photography.

Three Picture Formats

Choose from three picture formats - 16:9, 3:2, or 4:3 - of which the 16:9 format is HDTV-ready for viewing.

2.5" Color LCD Display

The 2.5" High resolution LCD display features a resolution of 207,000 pixels, and gives a brilliant preview of the photograph, allowing accurate assessment before and after it is taken. The large monitor also enables several people to look at the image together, and the view of the display is just as good from just about any angle thanks to the wide-angle viewing capability of the display.

Optional Televid Scope Adapter

The optional Digital Adapter 2 makes the camera capable of producing fantastic nature photographs through a Leica Televid series spotting scope.

Direct Print Capable

Print directly to any PictBridge Capable Printer without a computer, and the on camera image editing features assure that you be able to make just the right picture easily and quickly.

Leica C-LUX 2 Specs

Camera Type	Ultra Compact Point-and-shoot Digital Camera
Image Quality
Image Sensor	1/2.5" 7.38 Megapixel CCD (4:3 format)
Effective Resolution	7.2 million pixels
Color Depth	24-Bit RGB
Color Modes	Natural, Standard, Lively, Blueish, Reddish, Black & White, Ssepia
Image File Formats	JPEG (Fine, Standard)
Recorded Resolution	4:3 Aspect Ratio 3072 x 2304 2560 x 1920 2048 x 1536 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 3:2 Aspect Ratio 3072 x 2048 2048 x 1360 16:9 Aspect Ratio 3072 x 1728 1920 x 1080 (HDTV standard)
Video Recording	QuickTime Motion JPEG with sound 16:9 Aspect Ratio 848 x 480 @ 30 or 10 fps 4:3 Aspect Ratio 640 x 480 @ 30 or 10 fps 320 x 240 @ 30 or 10 fps Clip length limited only by available memory
Audio Recording	Yes
Optics
Lens Type	LeicaDC Vario-Elmarit Lens (7 elements in 6 groups with 5 aspherical elements/6 aspherical surfaces)
Optical Zoom	3.6x
Lens Focal Length	4.6mm - 16.4mm (28mm - 100mm equivalent)
Digital Zoom	4x
Minimum Focus Distance	2" (5cm)
Maximum Aperture	f/2.8-5.6
Optical Image Stabilization	Yes
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount	Digital Adapter 2 for Leica TELEVID scopes (Optional)
Focus Control
Focus Type	TTL Autofocus
Focus Modes	5 fields (full image area), 3 fields (across the center), 1 central field, 1 field, spot
Focus Range	Normal: 19.7" (50cm) - infinity Macro/Simple: 2" (5cm) - infinity wide
Exposure Control
Sensitivity	Automatic Intelligent ISO Selectable ISO (100, ISO 200, 400, 800, 1250) High-sensitivity Mode (ISO 800-3200)
Shutter Type	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Shutter Speed	8 - 1/2000 second (15, 30, or 60 seconds in Starry sky mode)
Aperture Range	f/2.8-4.6 - f/5.6-16.8
Exposure Metering	Multi-field measurement
Exposure Modes	Simple mode, Normal image, Exposure Compensation (±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps)
White Balance Modes	Automatic, Daylight, Overcast sky, Halogen light, Manual, Fine Adjustment (±1500 K in 150 K steps)
Scene Modes	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
Flash
Built-in Flash	Yes (Automatic, Red-eye reduction, Flash on, Slow flash, flash off)
Effective Flash Range	1' (0.3m) - 18.7' (5.7m)
External Flash Connection	No
External Flash Control	Not Applicable
Performance
Start-Up Time	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Shutter Lag	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Time Between Shots	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Burst Capability	3 fps or 2 fps up to 8 frames (JPEG, Standard)
Self Timer	10 seconds or 2 seconds
Interval Recording	No
Date & Time Stamp	Yes
Memory & Power
Built-in Memory	No
Compatible Memory Cards	Secure Digital (SD & SDHC) card MultiMedia Card (MMC)
Recording Capacity	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Battery Type	BP-DC6 Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (3.6 V, 1000 mAH)
Power Adapter	ACA-DC4 AC Adapter (optional)
Input/Output
Computer Interface	USB 2.0 (Full speed)
Direct Print Capable	Yes (PictBridge)
Remote Control	No
Video Output	Yes (NTSC & PAL)
Web-Cam Capable	No
System & Software Requirements	Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista Apple Macintosh OS X (10.2.8 - 10.4.x)
Display
Viewfinder	No
LCD Display	2.5" polycrystalline Silicon TFT color LCD (207,000 pixels) with wide-angle viewing and live histogram
Language Options	English, Japanese
Playback Options	Single Image, Single Image with sound playback, Index (9 images), Video Playback, Delete & Protect Functions, Print Order (DPOF) Settings, Image Adjust (Contrast, color saturation, sharpness, noise suppression)
Physical
Dimensions	2.0 x 3.7 x 0.9" (52 x 95 x 22mm)
Weight	4.6 oz. (132g) without battery

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