Leica C-Lux 2 Silver Overview
Photography has never been so enjoyable
If you value style but not weight when you’re out looking for great images, you’ll love the ultra compact LEICA C-LUX 2 ! Sporting a classic black or silver metal body and measuring 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 pictureperfect 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 op.
For taking successful photos on any occasion
A.) The 28-mm starting focal length offers dynamic wide-angle photography
B.) The integrated flash will brighten the picture with real flair
C.) Atmospheric available-light photography thanks to the image stabiliser
Photography has never been so enjoyable
If you value style but not weight when you’re out looking for great images, you’ll love the ultra compact LEICA C-LUX 2 ! Sporting a classic black or silver metal body and measuring 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 pictureperfect 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 op.
For taking successful photos on any occasion
A.) The 28-mm starting focal length offers dynamic wide-angle photography
B.) The integrated flash will brighten the picture with real flair
C.) Atmospheric available-light photography thanks to the image stabiliser
Camera
LEICA C-LUX 2
Image type/format
1/2.5" CCD sensor with 7.38 million pixels (7.2 m pixels effective in 4:3 format).
Resolution
In 4:3 format either 3,072 x 2,304 pixels, 2,560 x1,920 pixels, 2,048 x1,536 pixels, 1,600 x1,200 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 x1,360 pixels. In 16:9 format either 3,072 x1,728 pixels or 1,920 x1,080 pixels (corresponds to HDTV standard).
Video sequences
In 16:9 format848 x 480 pixels ; In 4:3 formatwith 640 x 480 pixels, or in 4:3 formatwith 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)
Data recording
File formats : Still picturesJPEG (Fine/Standard) ; VideoQuickTime Motion JPEG.
Storage media
SDHC memory card, SD memory card and MultiMedia card (a 64 MB SD card is supplied with the camera).
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).
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.
Optical Image Stabilizer
2 modes: either for exposure only or for exposure and monitor.
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.
Focusing
Autofocus, either normal or macro. Autofocus mode/measurement rangeeither 5 fields (full image area), faster autofocus with 3 fields (across the center) or with 1 central field, 1 field, or spot.
Exposure
Exposure modes Either simple mode, normal image or macro.
Exposure metering multi-field measurement,
Exposure bracketing +/- 2 EV in 1⁄ 3 EV steps.
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 modeseither 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).
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.
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.
LCD monitor
2,5" polycrystalline TFT color display with 207,000 pixels. Field of view : almost 100 % Power LCD mode, wide-angle viewing mode.
Self timer
Either 2 s or 10 s countdown.
Live histogram
Yes
Power supply
Lithium-ion battery (LEICA BP-DC6), 3.6 V, 1000 mAH or optional mains unit (LEICA ACA-DC4).
Ports
USB 2.0 (Full speed), DC in (power supply) and AV out.
Printer compability
PictBridge
Battery capacity (approx.)
300 pictures (CIPA Standard)
Dimensions (WxHxD)
approx. 94.9 x 51.9 x 22 mm (3.7 x 2 x 9 inches)
Weight
approx. 132 g (4.6 oz) without battery and memory card ; approx. 154 g (5.4 oz) with battery and SD
memory card.
Scope of delivery
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).
Accessories
Leather case
Exclusive yet practical : the camera case high-quality leather. Choice of three colors.
Black Order no. 18 677, red Order no. 18 678, brown Order no. 18 679
Wrist carrying strap
The perfect and colorcoordinated addition to the leather case.
Black Order no. 18 684, red Order no. 18 685, brown Order no. 18 686
Carrying strap
The neckstrap features a small SD card pocket accommodating two extra memory cards.
Black Order no. 18 681, red Order no. 18 682, brown Order no. 18 683
Neoprene case
The smart but casual modern camera case in black with practical belt loop. Order no. 18 680
Charger/mains unit
(replacement) ACA-DC4 with mains cable
Lithium-Ion Battery
(replacement) LEICA BP-DC6
Digital adapter
Digital Adapter 2 for all Leica Televid Order No. 42 303
LEICA C-LUX 2
Image type/format
1/2.5" CCD sensor with 7.38 million pixels (7.2 m pixels effective in 4:3 format).
Resolution
In 4:3 format either 3,072 x 2,304 pixels, 2,560 x1,920 pixels, 2,048 x1,536 pixels, 1,600 x1,200 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 x1,360 pixels. In 16:9 format either 3,072 x1,728 pixels or 1,920 x1,080 pixels (corresponds to HDTV standard).
Video sequences
In 16:9 format848 x 480 pixels ; In 4:3 formatwith 640 x 480 pixels, or in 4:3 formatwith 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)
Data recording
File formats : Still picturesJPEG (Fine/Standard) ; VideoQuickTime Motion JPEG.
Storage media
SDHC memory card, SD memory card and MultiMedia card (a 64 MB SD card is supplied with the camera).
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).
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.
Optical Image Stabilizer
2 modes: either for exposure only or for exposure and monitor.
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.
Focusing
Autofocus, either normal or macro. Autofocus mode/measurement rangeeither 5 fields (full image area), faster autofocus with 3 fields (across the center) or with 1 central field, 1 field, or spot.
Exposure
Exposure modes Either simple mode, normal image or macro.
Exposure metering multi-field measurement,
Exposure bracketing +/- 2 EV in 1⁄ 3 EV steps.
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 modeseither 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).
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.
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.
LCD monitor
2,5" polycrystalline TFT color display with 207,000 pixels. Field of view : almost 100 % Power LCD mode, wide-angle viewing mode.
Self timer
Either 2 s or 10 s countdown.
Live histogram
Yes
Power supply
Lithium-ion battery (LEICA BP-DC6), 3.6 V, 1000 mAH or optional mains unit (LEICA ACA-DC4).
Ports
USB 2.0 (Full speed), DC in (power supply) and AV out.
Printer compability
PictBridge
Battery capacity (approx.)
300 pictures (CIPA Standard)
Dimensions (WxHxD)
approx. 94.9 x 51.9 x 22 mm (3.7 x 2 x 9 inches)
Weight
approx. 132 g (4.6 oz) without battery and memory card ; approx. 154 g (5.4 oz) with battery and SD
memory card.
Scope of delivery
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).
Accessories
Leather case
Exclusive yet practical : the camera case high-quality leather. Choice of three colors.
Black Order no. 18 677, red Order no. 18 678, brown Order no. 18 679
Wrist carrying strap
The perfect and colorcoordinated addition to the leather case.
Black Order no. 18 684, red Order no. 18 685, brown Order no. 18 686
Carrying strap
The neckstrap features a small SD card pocket accommodating two extra memory cards.
Black Order no. 18 681, red Order no. 18 682, brown Order no. 18 683
Neoprene case
The smart but casual modern camera case in black with practical belt loop. Order no. 18 680
Charger/mains unit
(replacement) ACA-DC4 with mains cable
Lithium-Ion Battery
(replacement) LEICA BP-DC6
Digital adapter
Digital Adapter 2 for all Leica Televid Order No. 42 303
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).
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