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Leica C-LUX 3 Digital Camera (Black)

10.1 Megapixel
5x Wide-angle Zoom Lens (25-125mm)
2.5" LCD Display
MEGA O.I.S. Image Stabilization
High Sensitivity (ISO 1600)
Face Recognition AF/AE
HD Video Recording
50MB Built-in Memory
Stunning Ultra-slim Design
3-Year Warranty

USA

Includes Free: Leica C-LUX 3 Camera Accessory Kit

B&H# LECL3B
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18334

Price: $ 499.95
Mail-In Rebate - $75.00
Price after Mail-In Rebate: $ 424.95
- Leica $75 Mail-in Rebate offer ends 01/01/2010

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The Leica C-LUX 3 Digital Camera features a classic slim-line design that is unmistakably Leica, and although the camera is small enough to fit in even the smallest pocket, it incorporates a beautifully sharp and large 2.5" color LCD display that provides wide-angle viewing to easily share your images and a live histogram feature to confirm exposure while shooting. The 10.1 megapixel resolution enables superlative prints - even up to poster size, and the fully retractable Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Aspherical lens provides a wide focal length range of 25-125mm in 35mm format.

With an integrated image stabilizer (O.I.S.), the C-LUX 3, effectively prevents blurred photos whatever the photographic situation by consistently compensating for small hand movements. This combined with the high-sensitivity mode (emulates up to ISO 3200) ensure 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 3 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, thereby giving the photographer the flexibility to take successful pictures, regardless of the subject, lighting or other shooting conditions.

• 10.1 Megapixel Resolution: With a resolution of 10.1 Megapixels, you'll be able to produce high resolution images that can yield photo quality 30 x 40" prints. Together with the advanced electronics and in-camera software the C-LUX 3 produces images with natural color rendering, excellent definition and high brilliance.

• Leica Wide-angle 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 25 to 125mm in 35mm format, the C-LUX 3 is well suited to shooting all kinds of subjects such as interior shots or group photos.

• Optical Image Stabilizer: The C-LUX 3 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 equivalent to ISO 3200.

• Face Recognition System: The automatic face recognition system automatically adjusts focus and exposure to the faces in the scene, making it easy to get perfect portraits and group photos.

• 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 over 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 ready for viewing on an HDTV Display.

• Extensive Scene Modes: The C-LUX 3 has all of the automatic scene modes one would expect from a top notch digital camera including Portrait, Landscape, Fireworks, Beach and more. Plus it includes some unique and creative modes such as the Baby Modes, Film Grain settings, and even a Pinhole setting to emulate the classic look of a pinhole camera.

• 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 3 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 intuitive camera to use that is also comfortable to handle.

• 2.5" Color LCD Display: The 2.5" High resolution LCD display features a resolution of 230,000 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.

• Record and Play in HD: Record video clips in HD Video format and record images in the 16:9 ratio for use in HD slide shows. Users can purchase an optional HD component cable, so photos and films can be played in HD quality directly from the C-LUX 3 on HD Display screens, projectors, or other HD devices.

• 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.

Image Quality
Optics
Focus Control
Exposure Control

Flash
Performance
Memory & Power
Input/Output

Display
Physical

Camera Type: Ultra Compact Wide-Angle Point-and-shoot Digital Camera with Optical Image Stabilization

Image Quality

Image Sensor: 1/2.33" 10.7 Megapixel CCD (4:3 format)

Effective Resolution: 10.1 million pixels

Color Depth: 24-Bit RGB

Color Modes: Standard, Dynamic, Natural, Soft, Sepia, Black & White

Image File Formats: JPEG (Fine, Standard)

Recorded Resolution

4:3 Format
3648 x 2736
3072 x 2304
2560 x 1920
2048 x 1536
1600 x 1200
640 x 480

3:2 Format
3648 x 2432
3072 x 2048
2560 x 1712
2048 x 1360

16:9 Format
3648 x 2056
3072 x 1728
1920 x 1080 (HDTV standard)

Video Recording: QuickTime Motion JPEG with sound
16:9 Aspect Ratio
HD (1280 x 720 @ 30fps)VGA-Wide (848 x 480 @ 30fps)
4:3 Aspect Ratio
VGA (640 x 480 @ 30fps)
QVGA (320 x 240 @ 30 or 10fps
Clip length limited only by available memory

Audio Recording: Yes

Optics

Lens Type: LeicaDC Vario-Elmarit Lens (7 elements in 6 groups with 4 aspherical elements/6 aspherical surfaces)

Optical Zoom: 5x

Lens Focal Length: 4.4-22.0mm (25-125mm equivalent)

Digital Zoom: 4x

Minimum Focus Distance: 2" (5cm)

Maximum Aperture: f/2.8-5.9

Optical Image Stabilization: Yes

Accessory Lens/Filter Mount: No

Focus Control

Focus Type: TTL Autofocus

Focus Modes: Face recognition AF, AF tracking, 11-field, 1-field-high-speed, 1-field, 1-spot

Focus Range: Normal: 19.7" (50cm) - infinity
Macro: 2" (5cm) - infinity wide

Exposure Control

Sensitivity: Auto ISO
Intelligent ISO
Selectable ISO (100, 200, 400, 800, 1600)
High-sensitivity Mode (ISO 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/2.8-5.9 & f/8.0

Exposure Metering: Variable multi-field metering

Exposure Modes: Automatic, Program Exposure Compensation (±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps), Automatic Bracketing (3 exposures with &%177;1/3 to 1 EV steps)

White Balance Modes: Auto, Sun, Overcast sky, Shade, Halogen, White Set (±1500 K in 150K steps)

Scene Modes: Snapshot, Portrait, Soft skin, Self-portrait, Landscape, Sport, Night portrait, Night landscape, Food, Party, Candlelight, Baby1, Baby 2, Sunset, High-sensitivity, Starry sky, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Aerial photo, High-speed series, Transform, Flash series, Film grain, Pinhole camera

Flash

Built-in Flash: Yes (Auto, Anti-red-eye, Long-time Synchro, Flash always, Flash off, 1st/2nd Shutter Curtain)

Effective Flash Range: 1' (0.3 m) - 18.7' (5.7 m)

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: 2.5fps up to 5 frames (JPEG, Standard)

Self Timer: 10 seconds or 2 seconds

Interval Recording: No

Date & Time Stamp: Yes

Memory & Power

Built-in Memory: 50MB

Compatible Memory Cards: Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card
MultiMediaCard (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)
HD out available with optional CV1 Component Cable

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" TFT color LCD (230,000 pixels) with wide-angle viewing and live histogram

Language Options: English, Japanese

Playback Options: Single Image, Single Image with sound playback, Index (12 or 30 images), Zoom, Favorites, Categories, Slide show, Picture rotation, Alteration of resolution, Cropping, Deletion protection, Photo from video, Horizon correction, Video Playback, Delete & Protect Functions, Print Order (DPOF) Settings

Physical

Dimensions: 2.0 x 3.7 x 0.9" (52 x 96 x 22mm)

Weight: 4.5 oz (126g) without battery

What's in the Box

Leica C-LUX 3 Digital Camera (Black)

BP-DC6 Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery

Battery Charger

USB Cable

A/V Cable

Wrist Strap

User Guide

3-Year Limited Warranty

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Leica C-LUX 3 Camera Accessory Kit

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User Manual (PDF 1.7mb)

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