Leica D - LUX 4

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Leica D - LUX 4 TWO HUNDReD PeRceNT WiLD aBOUT PHOTOGRaPHY.

The D-Lux 4 is too small to be left at home even for a single day. in its compact size, it offers maximum Leica quality and gives the photographer plenty of artistic freedom. The D-Lux 4 is ideal, whether for subjects composed with lots of forethought or for spontaneous snapshots. it can even be romantic and take photos by candlelight without a flash. The result :

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The D - Lux 4 is a real Leica, not just in its design, look, and performance. as the first digital compact camera, it can even be used with an extensive range of accessories, just like a system camera. That means more photographic latitude and more fun with unusual pictures.

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a : Neue Mainzer Strasse, iSO 100, 5.4 mm, f/8, 1/60 s | B : West harbor, iSO 80, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/320 s | c : Schirn entrance area, iSO 200, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/320 s D : Justitia fountain, iSO 200, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/320 s | e : Frankfurt embassy Building, iSO 90, 5.9 mm, f/3.5, 1/800 s | F : Main Tower, iSO 100, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/400 s G : Office building, iSO 80, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/60 s | H : Yacht harbor, iSO 80, 7.4 mm, f/8, 1/800 s | i : iron Bridge, iSO 80, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/200 s J : Theater Bridge, iSO 125, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/30 s | K : emperor cathedral Frankfurt, iSO 125, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/30 s | L : Rmer, iSO 80, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/160 s M : Main riverbank, iSO 1250, 5.1 mm, f/8, 1/30 s | N : Banking District, iSO 200, 12.8 mm, f/2.8, 0.4 s | O : commerzbank Tower, iSO 200, 12.8 mm, f/2.8, 0.5 s

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Now with the high-aperture Leica Dc VaRiO-SUMMicRON lens.

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The Leica D - LUX 4 is expandable like a small system camera.

NEW : PROFESSIONAL LENS The Leica Dc VaRiOSUMMicRON lens 5.112.8 f/2 2.8 aSPH. is a highaperture lens for digital compact cameras that allows the photographer to work with an open shutter. Finally, available light photography is also possible with a small camera. NEW : 24 MM INITIAL FOCAL LENGTH The aspherical zoom lens with a focusing range of 24 60 mm opens up new creative options in reportage photography. in the extreme macro range, it is possible to take photos to 1 cm in size.

NEW : LOTS OF EXTRAS The hot shoe of the Leica D - LUX 4 can hold the new viewfinder or a compatible flash unit.

NEW : BRILLIANT VIEWFINDER Order no. 18 696

HAND GRIP Order no. 18 697

CARRYING BAG Order no. 18 690 black Order no. 18 689 brown

NEW : POWERFUL SENSOR at a standard resolution of 10.1 megapixels, the overlarge size of the 1/1.63" ccD image sensor increases image quality distinctly. The smallest details of the subject are reproduced exactly.

NEW : SNAPSHOT MODE Depending on the subject and photographic situation, the camera automatically selects the best mode from scene select, either macro, landscape, portrait, night portrait, or night scene.

The high -aperture, black, attachable viewfinder with a 24 mm LeD display can be mounted on the hot shoe without utilizing any electrical power. as a result, the camera can be used with outstanding success even in extreme light situations. COMPACT FLASH CF 22 Order no. 18 694

The additional hand grip is attached to the bottom of the camera, for save and handy control of the Leica D - LUX 4.

The leather case in black or brown protects the camera during transport. The classic style matches the purist design of the Leica D - LUX 4.

TABLE TRIPOD Order no. 14 100

LARGE BALL AND SOCkET HEAD Order no. 14 110

NEW : BEST RAW DATA CONVERSION The professional RaW data converter capture One 4 makes sure that the RaW data supplied by the ccD sensor are processed in optimum quality.

NEW : HD FILM QUALITY The video interface combines HD components, such as beamer and HDTV. HD resolution delivers 30 images/s for interference-free, high film quality.

The external flash gives you more freedom in lighting a subject. The cF 22 compact flash unit was specifically developed and perfectly engineered for the D - Lux.

The light tripod can go anywhere the camera goes. That way, the Leica D - LUX 4 remains absolutely steady when you take your photos.

More flexibility in using the tripod is provided by the ball head. For unusual camera angles, it is the ideal solution.

NEW : LARGE DISPLAY On the 3" LcD monitor with a resolution of 460,000 pixels, pictures can be viewed and assessed in excellent quality before and after they are taken. NEW : SIMPLE OPERATION The menu is clearly organized and very easy to read. all settings can be selected quickly and intuitively. With the joystick, it is possible to manually set distance, time, aperture, and exposure correction.

Power Unit 250 V/Spare battery

HD COMPONENT CABLE The HD component cable connects the Leica D - LUX 4 to HD devices. That means that high-resolution slide shows can be played directly from the camera on the Leica PRaDOViT D -1200.

a second, charged battery ensures that you will be able to continue taking photos even on especially long photo trips.

Caption : Figure 1 :1 ; the camera weighs 265 g (with battery and SD card)