Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black) USA

  • Price: $799.00
  • B&H # LEDL5B
  • Mfr# 18151

Product Highlights

  • Super-Fast F/2.0 Lens
  • High Resolution 10.1MP
  • 24-90mm (Equivalent) 3.8x Zoom Lens
  • 3" LCD Display
  • Classic Leica Design
  • 720p HD Video
  • O.I.S. Image Stabilization
  • Professional Quality Image Processing
  • Sensitivity Up to 12800 ISO

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Up-to-date features, meet classic old-school Leica design: the Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black) is a compact 10.1MP digital camera with a very fast f/2-3.3 DC Vario-Summicron 24-90mm (35mm equivalent) lens that is Leica inside and out.

The D-LUX 5 delivers a range of features designed to give you brilliant image quality in a compact (4 1/3 x 2 2/3 x 1 5/7"), lightweight (9.5 oz) camera--with sensitivity up to 12800 ISO, a bright, high resolution 3" LCD display with 460,000 dots,  a large 1/1.6.3" CCD sensor, O.I.S. image stabilization, program and manual exposure modes, free online download of professional software (Adobe Lightroom 3) for processing RAW files (for the highest quality images possible), and dazzling 720p HD video.

It also has all the modern conveniences, like face detection and autofocus tracking metering modes, scene modes (Portrait, Scenery, Panorama Assist, Sports, Night Portrait, Food, Party, Candlelight, Sunset, Baby 1 and 2, Pet, Beach, Snow, Color modes--you know the drill), 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, and 1:1 formats, a built-in flash plus a hot-shoe for an optional Leica flash, and a macro function that focuses down to 0.39" (1 cm). Pretty much everything you need.

And, it looks like a Leica.

Super-Fast Lens
The newly developed, fast, Leica DC Vario-Summicron 1:2-3.3/5.1-19.2 mm ASPH. zoom lens offers an extremely practical range of focal lengths (24-90 mm-equivalent in 35mm format) With it Leica sets another new benchmark in the history of compact camera lenses. Thanks to its extremely fast maximum aperture, the Leica DC Vario-Summicron makes it an ideal camera for "available light" photography e. g. in the dawn or twilight hours and the new lens offers even more creative freedom than its predecessor.
Brilliant Image Quality
The D-Lux 5 features a newly designed 1/1.63"-CCD image sensor that is particularly large for a compact camera. Even at the standard resolution of 10.1 megapixels, this contributes to a significant increase in image quality. The results speak for themselves: combined with the camera's electronics and firmware, it guarantees brilliant high-contrast images with natural color rendition and superb sharpness - just the way you expect them to be from a Leica camera! The new D-Lux 5 delivers images in all 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 formats as well as 1:1, a particularly interesting format for creative composition, in both capture and review mode.
Creative Freedom
Photography with a Leica camera must be one thing above all - a sheer pleasure. And that is precisely what the Leica D-Lux 5 offers with its amazingly simple and intuitive handling and clearly laid out functions. For instance, you can set manual settings, quickly and easily, using the D-Lux 5's innovative "Clickwheel" located on the back of the camera. Thanks to its manual setting option for subject distance, aperture and shutter speed, the D-Lux 5 opens up a whole vista of creative opportunities for discerning photographers to take complete control of image characteristics. It also offers numerous automatic functions for effortless photography that guarantees the user perfectly exposed and sharp images by simply pressing the shutter release ideal for less experienced photographers. The camera's automatic functions can control the O.I.S. image stabilizer, automatic ISO selection, face recognition, automatic contrast compensation and automatic scene mode.
Classic Design
Classical elegance meets premium quality materials: This characterizes the design philosophy of Leica D-Lux cameras. A design concept that the D-Lux 5 carries forth brilliantly and effortlessly. Elegant matt black throughout, with sparse accents in chrome and uncomplicated distinctive lines, it possesses a compellingly purist and simultaneously timeless modern design. A single glance says it all: It is a true Leica.
Free Download of Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Software
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom is available as an online download for all registered LEICA D-LUX 5 customers. This software package allows photographers to "develop" the RAW image files from the CCD sensor of the D-Lux 5 to obtain the best possible image quality. At the same time, photographers maintain complete control over the development process applied to their images. White balance, exposure, sharpness, tonal balance, color saturation and many other parameters can be modified during post-processing until the result the photographer envisages is achieved.
Video in HD-Quality
In addition, the D Lux 5 features a 1280 x 720pixel HD-Video function in memory-saving AVCHD-Lite format which is started simply by pressing a dedicated button on the top of the camera. Autofocus and the entire 3.8x zoom range remain available during recording.
Accessories: Camera with System Character
With its unique range of dedicated optional accessories, the D-Lux 5 is transformed in seconds into the basis of a true photographic system. Thanks to an optional electronic viewfinder and detachable flash unit, you can not only expand your photographic options, but also the range of your creative freedom for even greater pleasure. A hand grip can help ensure steady and safe handling whilst a range of bags and cases can ensure your D-Lux 5 is safely protected but always ready for action.
Imaging
Resolution Effective: 10.1 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 11.3 Megapixel
Sensor 1/1.63" CCD
File Formats Still Images: JPEG, RAW
Movies: MJPEG
Max Resolution 10MP: 3648 x 2736 @ 4:3
Other Resolutions 7MP: 3072 x 2304 @ 4:3
5MP: 2560 x 1920 @ 4:3
3MP: 2048 x 1536 @ 4:3
2MP: 1600 x 1200 @ 4:3
0.3MP: 640 x 480 @ 4:3
9.5MP: 3776 x 2520 @ 3:2
6.5MP: 3168 x 2112 @ 3:2
4.5MP: 2656 x 1768 @ 3:2
3MP: 2112 x 1408 @ 3:2
2.5MP: 2048 x 1360 @ 3:2
0.3MP: 640 x 424 @ 3:2
9MP: 3968 x 2232 @ 16:9
6MP: 3328 x 1872 @ 16:9
4.5MP: 2784 x 1568 @ 16:9
2.5MP: 2208 x 1248 @ 16:9
2MP: 1920 x 1080 @ 16:9
0.2MP: 640 x 360 @ 16:9
7.5MP: 2736 x 2736 @ 1:1
5.5MP: 2304 x 2304 @ 1:1
3.5MP: 1920 x 1920 @ 1:1
2.5MP: 1536 x 1536 @ 1:1
0.2MP: 480 x 480 @ 1:1
Aspect Ratio 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Image Stabilization Optical
Optics
Lens Leica DC Vario-Summicron
EFL: 5.1-19.2mm (35mm equivalent: 24-90mm)
Aperture: f/2.0 (W) - 3.3 (T) to f/8.0
Zoom Optical: 3.8x
Digital: 4x
Focus Range Auto: 19.69" (50 cm) - Infinity
Manual: 19.69" (50 cm) - Infinity
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 80-3200 (High Sensitivity Mode: 80-12800)
Shutter Type: Mechanical
Speed: 60 - 1/4000 sec
Type: Mechanical
Speed: 60 - 15 sec in Starry Sky Mode
Exposure Metering Center-weighted, Multi, Spot
Exposure Modes Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Compensation: -3 EV to +3 EV (in 0.33 EV steps)
White Balance Modes Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Manual, Shade, Tungsten
Burst Rate Up to 2.5 fps at 11 MP for up to 6 frames
Self Timer 2 Sec, 10 Sec
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes: Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On w/ Red-eye Reduction, Off, Slow Sync
Effective Flash Range Up To 2.62 - 23.62' (0.80 - 7.20 m)
External Flash Connection Hot Shoe
Memory
Built-in Memory 40MB
Memory Card Type SD
SDHC
SDXC
Recording
Video Recording Yes
Video
Video Clip Length Up to 29 Min Limited by Memory Card Capacity
Audio Recording With Video, Mono
Viewfinder/Display
Screen 3.0" LCD Rear Screen (460000 pixels)
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity USB 2.0
AV Output
HDMI A (Full Size)
Audio Out
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature Operating
32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C)
Humidity: 10 - 80%
Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD) 4.33 x 2.60 x 1.69" / 11 x 6.6 x 4.3 cm
Weight 9.5 oz / 269 g

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Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black)
 
4.7

(based on 97 reviews)

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99%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (57)
  • Compact (28)
  • Good in low light (27)
  • Functional (23)
  • Large clear LCD (23)

Cons

  • No viewfinder (15)
  • Limited zoom (12)
  • Short battery life (3)

Best Uses

  • Travel (37)
  • Family photos (27)
  • Low light (22)
  • Landscape/scenery (16)
  • Video (11)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Photo enthusiast (35), Semi-pro photographer (14), Casual photographer (12), Pro photographer (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (61), Yes (4)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Good Point and Shoot

The Leica DUX-5 exceeds any reasonable set of expectations. But then again anyone who would buy a camera of this caliber most likely does not have reasonable expectations. I typically carry 40 or ...Read complete review

The Leica DUX-5 exceeds any reasonable set of expectations. But then again anyone who would buy a camera of this caliber most likely does not have reasonable expectations. I typically carry 40 or more pounds of Nikon gear on trips to Europe and going solo with a point-and-shoot took some weeks of self-convincing. But for my last trip to Spain and Portugal that is indeed what I did. And although I had a small number of "wish I had my Nikon with me now" moments the DUX-5 came through.

For some time I have been looking for a point-and-shoot for this exact situation and have used the G 10 for a number of years as an alternative to the Nikon. But I wanted something more than the G 10 was providing seeking the holy grail of a point-and-shoot who would come close to the Pro gear I typically carry. A friend of mine had a DUX-5 in Brazil on a recent trip which produced wonderful images so I broke down and bought the Leica.

On the negative side as I alluded to above the DUX-5 in certain highly technical situations is most likely not going to meet the requirements of an advanced photographer. For those of us who have taught our muscles how to stabilize a large and bulky camera the DUX-5 is sometimes annoyingly too small. Even a small handed photographer might find this problematic. I like the control features on the camera but in a number of instances I found that they were easily moved by mistake while handling the camera. If you do not splurge for the electronic viewfinder framing a picture is sometimes difficult. And if you happen to be wearing polarized sunglasses while shooting viewing the picture in the LCD display can be maddening. Indeed I found even without shades in bright light situations the LCD display was difficult to use.

But the positives are all of five-star caliber. Notwithstanding the easy movement of some of the control switches by mistake, the control layout is very intuitive and changing configuration is quite easy. Indeed the control layout is probably the closest to a professional grade camera of any point-and-shoot I have used. Soft menu configuration is excellent and much more intuitive and easy to control than most cameras I have used. There are a number of very interesting options one of them being aspect ratio bracketing. For those who bracket and take multiple frames of a picture regularly this feature is quite nice. Color rendition is exceptional. I shoot almost exclusively RAW format but with other settings the feature set is rich and as with many of the current generation of cameras deeper than most photographers would typically use. Image quality was also excellent far superior to any other point-and-shoot I have used.

For fun I had my son use my G 10 and he took many of the same photographs that I took. Comparison of the images supports the fact that rendering of the DUX-5 is top-tier. Almost the entire set of image issues that I found on processing revolved around image quality resulting from camera stabilization which I attribute to what I outlined above - that profile of the camera is small. This undoubtedly might be rectified with more experience using the camera. All in all if you are seeking only a point-and-shoot solution to your photo bug the DUX-5 is an excellent and superior choice. But alas if you are seeking a point-and-shoot which really can match Pro gear (as I noted probably an unreasonable expectation) I might stick to cheaper and almost as excellent point-and-shoot options. That said if I don't have my Pro gear with me the DUX-5 is now always within easy reach.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Good, but not worth the money

I "broke in" my new Leica in a recent Paris trip. It proved easy to use and somewhat more powerful than the average point and shoot for its size, but I was dis...Read complete review

I "broke in" my new Leica in a recent Paris trip. It proved easy to use and somewhat more powerful than the average point and shoot for its size, but I was disappointed. I used to have a Leica minilux zoom 35mm, so that is my previous comparison point, and this one did not fare well against the old analog. The minilux zoom had amazing image quality and range for a point and shoot, it compared very favorably to a 35mm SLR. I bought this digital Leica because I had read that it had a good range in low light, and it does not! Lots of noise in low light situations. This camera costs roughly twice as much as a decent digital point and shoot and it does not deliver twice the power. I also expected a more rapid shutter speed: it is good but not great, takes too long to record, particularly if you shoot raw. At this price, you want great and this does not deliver.

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1.0

I can`t really used to it

By ezoy

from istanbul, turkey

About Me Semi-pro Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Compact
  • Durable
  • Good Audio Quality
  • Good Video Quality
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Travel

    Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

    I thought it would be easier to use a small camera but i couldn`t really get used to it.

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    5.0

    The One to Buy

    By Cowboy Bob

    from Louisville, CO

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Durable
    • Easy to Use
    • Great Picture Quality
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Travel
      • Video
      • Weddings/Events

      Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

      I'm a semi-professional photographer who needs a good quality, small camera to use for scouting or when hiking. I first bought the Leica V-Lux 30 because it has a long zoom and lots of bells and whistles. After one day, I returned it, since it's basically an expensive toy. I spent the extra $50 for this baby. And I'm glad I did.

      First, keep in mind that it's a point and shoot. It cannot compete with my Canon 5D MII and L glass for long shots or very soft bokeh/DOF. You can't get narrow DOF with a lens this small and relatively wide angle of view. It's also a zoom, so DOF increases as you rack it out.

      That being said, color rendition and sharpness are amazing for this type of camera. There's a nice warmth to the shots as well, with very nice skin tones. I haven't noticed much of any shutter lag, either.

      I shoot in RAW, but there are plenty of creative options if you shoot JPEG. Be sure to upgrade to Firmware 2.0, as the difference in AF and options vs. 1.0 is sizeable.

      Finally, I can't put this baby down. It feels great to handle. Solid and sturdy, yet not heavy.

      I also bought the Lumix version of the EVF. Same as the Leica for about half the price. Invaluable here in Colorado, since the combination of bright sun and my eyeglasses makes using the LCD screen basically impossible half the time.

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      5.0

      Fantastic camera!

      By Leonie

      from Buderim, QLD, Australia

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Functional
      • Good Depth Range

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Family portraits
        • Nature shots

        Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

        I did a lot of research before buying this camera. I wanted something that would take great pictures with some freedom for me to play with settings. But I have young children so I wanted something compact that I could keep in my bag to capture special moments.

        I'm still getting the hang of the advanced settings but it is a really easy to use point and shoot. You don't have to be a pro to take a good shot with the D-LUX 5.

        I'm really happy with my purchase and loving I paid a little bit extra for the Leica rather than its Panasonic twin.

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        5.0

        Everything you need

        By Dave

        from St. Petersburg, Florida

        About Me Photo Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Full access to features
        • Functional

        Cons

        • None noticed

        Best Uses

        • General use

        Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

        Great camera. Once set up, it is very easy to navigate and use the features. Optics are very good and focus is quick, especially after the hardware update. The Lightroom software and RAW files complete the value of this camera. After having had several other brands of point-and-shoot cameras, this one brings all the best together in a full featured, well designed product.

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        5.0

        Latest of a long line.

        By Guyde

        from Alexandria, VA

        About Me Pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Functional
        • Good Depth Range

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

            I am a ret. mag. photog. tired of lugging equipment
            I had the D-lux3, D-Lux4 and now the D-Lux5, they all turned out top quality images.I upgraded to the 5 for the longer zoom, square format and easier operation.
            Needless to add, that I love Leica products.

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            5.0

            Exceptional Camera!!!!

            By Photo Fanatic

            from Princeton, NJ

            About Me Photo Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Multiple functions
            • Solidly built

            Cons

            • Operating manual on CD

            Best Uses

              Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

              As a fairly experienced non-professional photographer, this camera has all the features needed to produce excellent images. I was particularly impressed with the bright images produced without a flash, even in low light situations. Although the Leica is listed as a "point and shoot" camera, it is far from it. It has numerous features lacking in the Canons and Nikons that I've had.
              There are a few minor issues that one should be aware of. The free Adobe Lightscribe software takes over two hours to download and Leica allows only two downloads. My first effort failed and I was reluctant to try again since a second failure would eliminate my opportunity to download the software. Fortunately the Leica web site provided an email address for reporting problems. Within a few days, Leica responded that they had reset my free downloads back to two and I was able to successfully install Lightscribe on my laptop. Secondly, while using the Leica features is intuitive, the operating manual provided on a CD is over 220 pages long so priniting it isn't an option. Nevertheless, the Leica is a solid, beautiful camera and highly recommended.

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              5.0

              Leica D-Lux 5

              By CindyJo

              from Morehead, KY

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Functional
              • Good Depth Range

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                  I haven't had the camera long but I already love it. The picture quality is great and I love the size. So far I haven't found anything I dislike about this camera. I am really impressed!

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                  5.0

                  Great camera

                  By LPeng

                  from New Jersey

                  About Me Casual Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Functional
                  • Good Depth Range
                  • Great at low light

                  Cons

                  • Higher price
                  • Sensor blooming

                  Best Uses

                  • BW
                  • Low light
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                  This is the best camera I have so far. I just got it on my hand for two weeks, so far it is amazingly good. I love the pictures taken at low light, even at auto focus the quality is great. It simply works!

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                  4.0

                  Pretty good point and shoot camera.

                  By 5fingercrawl

                  from Sacramento, Ca.

                  About Me Photography Student

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Functional
                  • Good Depth Range

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                      Over all a good little camera. I bought it because it can shoot RAW files and it is small camera easy to carry around. The only complaint I have is there has been noise in the shadows and skies of some images.

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                      5.0

                      Great Camara!!

                      By gmaynez

                      from Tucson, AZ

                      About Me Pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easy To Use
                      • Functional

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Pocket

                        Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                        it is a great camara, easy to use, and easy to carry. a good option for a pocket camara with all the functions of a pro.

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                        5.0

                        Great Point & Shoot Camera

                        By srgilmore

                        from Stanwood, WA

                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Easy To Use
                        • Functional

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                            I know there are cheaper alternatives out there, but a Leica is truly something special - even if it is just a "point and shoot" camera. The controls are beautifully laid out and intuitive. Very nicely designed camera. Only complaint - it doesn't come with a wrist strap (just an "over the shoulder" strap). I ordered a Nikon wrist strap for $5.95 from [@] as a result.

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                            5.0

                            Best Camera I have ever owned!

                            By Pete

                            from Columbus, Ohio

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Easy To Use
                            • Functional
                            • Good Depth Range

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                                Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                Photography is a serious hobby for me and I have used Nikon, Pentax, Cannon and 3or 4 small digital cameras over a 30 year period. This D Lux 5 Leica is hands down the best camera I have owned.....I love it! Excellent in low light, the colors are brilliant and it's compact and easy to carry around. I have been hiking in the mountains, on the streets of New York and this camera lives up to it's 5 Stars for me. Worth every dollar!

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                                5.0

                                I would recommend this camera !

                                By The Donald

                                from Annapolis, Maryland

                                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Easy To Use
                                • Functional
                                • Good Depth Range

                                Cons

                                • Size of controls buttons

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                  Fabulous camera for a compact. Excellent lens in available light.

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                                  5.0

                                  D-LUX 5 Digital camera is fabulous!

                                  By Leslaw

                                  from San Francisco, CA

                                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Easy To Use
                                  • Functional
                                  • Good Depth Range
                                  • Nice to handle

                                  Cons

                                  • A bit too small to hold

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Travel Photography

                                  Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                  Very handy to use in travel, and casual photography. Not a bulky camera, which means it can be stowed away and retrieved quickly. Beautifully made. Very solid. I will enjoy using this camera!
                                  I would like to see a better grip, a bigger grip, or at least a choice of a bigger grip.

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                                  5.0

                                  A great, small camera. Just what I need

                                  By Charles

                                  from Clearwater, FL

                                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Easy To Use
                                  • Functional

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                      Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                      I use my Leica D-Lux 5 as my wide-angle camera when using my DSLR with a telephone lens. It's an excellent quality camera for its small size. It's a lot better than carrying two large DSLR cameras.

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                                      5.0

                                      Expensive, but well worth the price

                                      By John, artiste peintre

                                      from Besancon, France

                                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Easy To Use
                                      • Functional

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                          Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                          I use my Leica D-Lux 5 for artistic purposes only. As an oil painter, I use my Leica primarily for two reasons:
                                          1) To generate ideas while I am traveling
                                          2) To take images of my oil paintings when they are finished for my web site and other promotional activities.

                                          It has been said that the most difficult (almost impossible for numeric cameras) is to capture colors created by oil paints accurately. In the past I always used my traditional camera with slide film and special lighting in order to accurately generate the colors I achieve on my palette. The film, developing and scanning are relatively expensive and are also time-consuming. With my leica, finally I can achieve colors that are almost perfect, and with very little revision/editing I can acheive the same result, without spending a fortune on film, developing, etc. Thus, for me the Leica D'Lux 5 is perfect. One additional feature which works extremely well and is extremely practical for me is the auto-focus. At 50 years old my vision is not perfect, thus I always had problems achieving a correct focus. That issue is finally resolved for me with the auto-focus, and my current photos are all perfectly in focus! The only negative things that I can say is that the manual is really long (it took me a week to fully read and understand), and that the camera is made in Japan not Germany (however the quality is A+). Hope that my comments help other artists/oil painters come to the same decision. Buy this camera!

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                                          4.0

                                          Learning to love my Leica !

                                          By jo jo

                                          from perth western australia

                                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                          Verified Buyer

                                          Pros

                                          • Easy To Use
                                          • Functional
                                          • Good Depth Range

                                          Cons

                                            Best Uses

                                              Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                              I was looking for a camera to replace my old and well used Lumix.
                                              My Nikon is a bit bulky and too obvious to carry on day to day outings.
                                              I like to carry a compact camera in my bag, but also want quality images.
                                              Sooo, I decided to purchase the little Leica and hoped it would meet these requirements.
                                              On my first outing to our local Royal show I popped it in my bag and snapped away at the various exhibits - when I thought about what I was doing and the light conditions, etc , I achieved some excellent shots.
                                              Now I need to continue practicing ... it is simple to use and easy to recharge with the plug prongs built in to the charger.

                                              Is it worth the extra money ?
                                              Maybe, maybe not - but so far I am liking it.

                                              The lens cap is a nuisance as mentioned by many, but then again my Nikon has one too and I usually leave it off anyway!

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                                              5.0

                                              quite a little dynamo

                                              By Russ the mad photographer

                                              from new york. ny

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                                              Pros

                                              • Easy To Use
                                              • Functional

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                                                  Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                                  I use it to take snapshots, street scenes, portraits. Soon I will experiment with the macro option. The only drawback thus far is having to take the lenscap off to view pictures.

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                                                  5.0

                                                  good camera

                                                  By lemurina

                                                  from mexico city

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                                                  • Easy To Use
                                                  • Functional

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                                                      Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                                      I used to have a canon but was to big so i decided to trade it for this beautiful small camera, if you are into design and quality this is the camera.

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                                                      5.0

                                                      Great Camera!

                                                      By ejnieto

                                                      from Costa Rica

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                                                          Comments about Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black):

                                                          I bought it for traveling and it's perfect! Great quality.

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                                                          Memory Cards

                                                          Required item: Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.

                                                          SanDisk -  8 GB Extreme SDHC Class 10 Memory Card
                                                          • Price: $16.95
                                                           

                                                          Batteries & Power

                                                          Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.

                                                          Leica -  BP-DC 10 Li-Ion Battery for the Leica D-Lux 5 Camera (1250 mAh)
                                                          • Price: $79.95
                                                           

                                                          Bags & Cases

                                                          Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a case.

                                                          Pearstone -  Onyx 250 Camera Pouch (3.5 x 2.5 x 5.5", Black)
                                                          • Price: $13.95
                                                           

                                                          Flash & Accessories

                                                          Get a flash to add light to your picture.

                                                          Leica -  CF-22 Compact Electronic Flash Unit
                                                          • Price: $284.99
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                                                          JTec -  L-Bracket Tripod Mount for Leica D-LUX 5
                                                          • Price: $67.50
                                                           

                                                          Screen Protectors

                                                          Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.

                                                          Vello -  LCD Screen Protector (Optical Acrylic)
                                                          • Price: $16.95
                                                           

                                                          Filters & Adapters

                                                          Get the desired effect with a filter and the appropriate adapter.

                                                          Cokin -  Shoe Digital Filter Holder "A300"
                                                          • Price: $13.98
                                                           
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                                                          What's in the Box

                                                          Leica D-LUX 5 Digital Camera (Black)
                                                          • Lens Cap With String
                                                          • Battery Charger (Leica BC-DC 10)
                                                          • Battery (Leica BP-DC 10)
                                                          • Carrying Strap
                                                          • AV Cable
                                                          • USB Cable
                                                          • CD W/Long Instructions (PDF)
                                                          • 2-Year Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
                                                           
                                                           
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