The Leica V-LUX (Typ 114) Digital Camera is an advanced point-and-shoot digital camera with the form factor of a DSLR. It has a 20MP, 1" MOS sensor, a 16x zoom lens, and UHD 4K video capability.
The built-in, DC Vario-Elmarit, 9.1-146mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH lens has a 35mm equivalent focal length of 25-400mm. Optical Image Stabilization helps minimize the appearance of camera shake, resulting in sharper images, and 4x digital zoom and 32x intelligent zoom provide the lens with an extended focal range. The moderately fast aperture, combined with a native sensitivity range of ISO 120-12500 allow the lens to perform in situations with low light.
The V-LUX captures high-quality MP4 video files in resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 UHD 4K, and a built-in microphone can record stereo audio while recording video.
A 3", 920k-dot, rotatable, LCD screen on the camera enables photo review and menu navigation, and a 0.39", OLED, 2,360k-dot, electronic viewfinder allows for accurate composition. Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC allow for instant image sharing and remote control via the Image Shuttle App.
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Key Features
- 20MP 1" MOS Sensor
- DC Vario-Elmarit f/2.8-4.0 Lens
- 25-400mm Equivalent, 16x Optical Zoom
- 3" 920k-Dot Rotatable LCD Screen
The Leica V-LUX (Typ 114) Digital Camera is an advanced point-and-shoot digital camera with the form factor of a DSLR. It has a 20MP, 1" MOS sensor, a 16x zoom lens, and UHD 4K video capability.
Leica V-Lux (Typ 114) Overview
- 1Description
- 2Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 9.1-146mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH Lens
- 320MP 1" MOS Sensor
- 4High-Resolution Integrated EVF with 2.36 Million Pixels
- 53" Multi-Axis Rotate-and-Tilt LCD
- 6UHD 4K Video
- 7Performance Speed
- 8Image Shuttle App
Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 9.1-146mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH Lens
This 16x optical zoom lens provides a 25-400mm equivalent focal length, giving you a full range of wide-angle to super-telephoto lengths. The built-in OIS and fast aperture range combine to allow for handheld shooting at long distance, even in poor light.
20MP 1" MOS Sensor
A much improved sensor from the V-LUX 4's 12MP CMOS sensor, this larger sensor provides more megapixels, a narrower depth of field, and delivers higher-quality images at up to a native ISO 12500, or extended to ISO 25000.
High-Resolution Integrated EVF with 2.36 Million Pixels
This 2.4MP 0.39" OLED electronic viewfinder has approximately 2.36 million pixels, and features an eye sensor and diopter adjustment.
3" Multi-Axis Rotate-and-Tilt LCD
The LCD screen has 920k dots and is rotatable to aid in shooting from different angles.
UHD 4K Video
The V-LUX not only shoots in full HD, but UHD 4K video as well, at a resolution of 3840 x 2160.
Performance Speed
When using the electronic shutter, the V-LUX can shoot up to 50 fps, and up to 12 fps when using the mechanical shutter.
Image Shuttle App
Allows you to control the camera's functions from your smart device.
Leica V-Lux (Typ 114) Specs
Imaging
| Sensor Resolution | Actual: 20.9 Megapixel Effective: 20.1 Megapixel |
Lens
| Focal Length | 9.1 to 146mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 25 to 400mm) |
| Optical Zoom | 16x |
| Digital Zoom | 4x Maximum (64x Combined Zoom) 2x Optimized (32x Combined Zoom) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 to 4 |
| Focus Range | 1' to Infinity / 30 cm to Infinity (Wide) 3.3' to Infinity / 1 m to Infinity (Telephoto) Macro 1.18" to Infinity / 3 cm to Infinity (Wide) 3.3' to Infinity / 1 m to Infinity (Telephoto) |
| Optical Design | 15 Elements in 11 Groups |
Exposure Control
| Shutter Speed | Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 60 Seconds Electronic Shutter 1/16000 to 1 Second |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
| Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
| Broadcast Output | NTSC/PAL |
Interface
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
| Internal Memory | 87 MB |
| Resolution | 920,000 Dot |
| Display Type | Articulating LCD |
| Resolution | 2,360,000 Dot |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +4 |
Flash
| Built-In Flash | Yes |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Environmental
| Battery Type | 1 x BP-DC12 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1200 mAh |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 3.275 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.3 x 6.8 x 6.2" |
Leica V-Lux (Typ 114) Reviews
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Can a filter be used?
Yes, it takes a 62mm filter.
Date published: 2019-08-01
Where is the exposure compensation located?
Where is the exposure compensation located?
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How about noise in low light?
How about noise in low light?
Not noticeable or objectionable in my experience but have had reactions to the red light at music events
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question
I know that the maximum aperture is f/2 - f/4. What is the minimum aperture?
it's F2.8 to F4.
Date published: 2019-02-27
question
I was wondering on the Leica V-Lux Digital Camera if I wanted to use a external flash unit. Could I use the Leica SF 40 Flash Unit on this camera. Thank You!
It has the Sigma flash protocol.
Date published: 2019-02-27
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I owned a V Lux 2 and sold it shortly after because it's low light performance was substandard. Is this version better? My Canon 6D and 7D2 are great performers even up to 12,000 ISO. I realize this Leica's image sensor is much smaller than either of my Canon's so I'm not expecting as good results.
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Date published: 2019-02-27