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Leica C-LUX 2 Compact Digital Camera, Battery Charger, Battery, 64 MB SD Memory Card, AV Cable, USB Cable, AC Cable, Wrist Strap, CD ROM with Software (Adobe Photoshop Elements 3/4/5, Quicktime Movieplayer)
Overview

If you value style but not weight when you're searching for great images, you'll love the ultra compact Leica C-LUX 2! It sports a classic metal body and measures just 3-1/2 x 2 in, it fits into even the smallest pocket. The elegant exterior design is unmistakably Leica and is matched by an immaculate standard of optics and digital technology inside. The high-speed wide-angle 28 mm zoom lens takes stunning, space-grabbing shots. The optical image stabilizer and the intelligent exposure control prevent camera shake and ensure optimum definition. The 7.2 megapixel CCD sensor enables superlative prints up to poster size. The extra large 2.5" display, the image stabilization and short shutter delay of the Leica C-LUX 2 all guarantee carefree photography with high-quality results. Fast, discreet snapshots captured on the fly or picture perfect compositions at twilight or in other tricky conditions - everything is possible with the Leica C-LUX 2. The VARIO-ELMARIT zoom lens retracts entirely into the camera body at the flick of the 'off' switch. Whether you're a partygoer, beachcomber, city stroller or nature lover, the Leica C-LUX 2 is always a dependable companion - any time, any place, you'll never miss another photo.
Features

- 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.Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens: The powerful Leica DC Vario-Elmarit Lens consists of seven elements (four of which are aspherical) in six groups.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.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.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.
Specifications

| Live Histogram |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
Either 2 s or 10 s countdown. |
| Ports |
USB 2.0 (Full speed), DC in (power supply) and AV out. |
| Printer Compatibility |
PictBridge |
| Battery Capacity (Approx.) |
300 pictures (CIPA Standard) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
Approx. 94.9 x 51.9 x 22 mm (3.7 x 2 x .9 inches) |
| LCD Monitor |
2,5" polycrystalline TFT color display with 207,000 pixels. Field of view : almost 100 % Power LCD mode, wide-angle viewing mode. |
| Function Key |
For direct control of : image stabilizer, bracketing speed, white balance, ISO setting, picture size, compression. |
| Toning Effects |
Natural, standard, lively, blueish, reddish, black-and-white or sepia |
| Weight |
Approx. 132 g (4.6 oz) without battery and memory card ; approx. 154 g (5.4 oz) with battery and SD memory card. |
| Shutter Speed Range |
In fully automatic mode: 8-1/2000 sec. Starry sky mode : 15, 30, 60 s. Video mode : 1/30 s -1/6400 s. |
| Flash |
Flash modes either automatic flash on with or without pre-flash (to reduce red-eye), manual flash on (fill-in flash), SLOW for slower shutter speeds (with pre-flash), flash off. Flash range (ISO set at Auto) : 0.6-5.0 m (wide-angle), 0.3-2.0 m (telephoto), in high-sensitivity mode : 0.8-5.7 m (wide-angle), 0.8-2.8 m (telephoto). |
| Focus Range |
Normal mode : 50 cm (20 in) - infinity Macro/Simple/Motion Picture : wide-angle 5 cm (2 in)/telephoto 30 cm (12 in) - infinity. |
| Color |
Silver |
| Power Supply |
Lithium-ion battery (LEICA BP-DC6), 3.6 V, 1000 mAH or optional mains unit (LEICA ACA-DC4). |
| 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. |
| Film Speed Setting |
Either automatic, Intelligent ISO or manual ISO 100, ISO 200, 400, 800 or ISO 1250 (in high-sensitivity mode : 3200). |
| White Balance |
Either automatic, for daylight, overcast sky, halogen light, two manual settings, fine adjustment of white balance in a range of -1500 to +1500 K in 150 K steps (not available for automatic setting). |
| Focusing |
Autofocus, either normal or macro. Autofocus mode/measurement range either 5 fields (full image area), faster autofocus with 3 fields (across the center) or with 1 central field, 1 field, or spot. |
| Optical Image Stabilizer |
2 modes: either for exposure only or for exposure and monitor. |
| Exposure |
Exposure modes Either simple mode, normal image or macro. Exposure metering multi-field measurement Exposure bracketing +/- 2 EV in 1/ 3 EV steps. |
| Lens |
Leica DC Vario-Elmarit f/2.8-5.6/4.6-16.4 mm ASPH. (corresponds to 28-100 mm in 35 mm photography in 4:3 picture format), 3.6 x optical zoom. Change of focal length by conveniently located zoom lever. 7 elements in 6 groups (5 aspherical lens elements/6 aspherical surfaces) with optical image stabilization. |
| Data Recording |
File formats : Still pictures JPEG (Fine/Standard) ; Video QuickTime Motion JPEG. |
| Resolution |
In 4:3 format either 3,072 x 2,304 pixels, 2,560 x 1,920 pixels, 2,048 x 1,536 pixels, 1,600 x 1,200 pixels, 1,280 x 960 pixels or 640 x 480 pixels. In Leica 3:2 format either 3,072 x 2,048 pixels or 2,048 x 1,360 pixels. In 16:9 format either 3,072 x 1,728 pixels or 1,920 x 1,080 pixels (corresponds to HDTV standard). |
| Image Type/Format |
1/2.5" CCD sensor with 7.38 million pixels (7.2 m pixels effective in 4:3 format). |
| Storage Media |
SDHC memory card, SD memory card and MultiMedia card (a 64 MB SD card is supplied with the camera). |
| Video Sequences |
In 16:9 format 848 x 480 pixels ; In 4:3 format with 640 x 480 pixels, or in 4:3 format with 320 x 240 pixels at either 30fps or 10fps, duration of recording limited by the capacity of the memory card. Recordings with sound. (Duration of recordings for UK/EU/ES-SCAN versions max. 15 min) |
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