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Some cameras are status symbols, and the new Leica C-LUX 2 ($499, estimated street) is destined to become one. The ultracompact 7.2MP point-and-shoot not only has a slender body and 2.5-inch display, it also packs a lot of power. There's fast performance, an optically stabilized f/2.8-5.6 (28-100mm 35mm equivalent) Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 3.6X zoom lens, and an Intelligent ISO mode that detects motion and adjusts shutter speed and ISO. Based on the Panasonic Lumix FX30 ($300, street), the Leica version has its own firmware, a long warranty, and cosmetics (accented by the famous red dot). To get the maximum envy from your friends, though, slip it into its retro-sleek leather case ($50, estimated street, not shown).
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8 |
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| Fastest Shutter Speed |
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2000 |
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| Screen Size |
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2.5 in |
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| Screen Resolution |
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207,000 |
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LCD |
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| Maximum ISO |
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1600 |
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| Widest Focal Length |
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28 mm |
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| Longest Focal Length |
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100 mm |
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| Maximum Aperture |
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f/2.8 |
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| Zoom |
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3.6 |
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| Video Resolution |
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Up to 848x480 |
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| Video Frames per second |
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30 |
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| Battery |
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Lithium-ion battery |
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| Battery Life |
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Approx. 300 shots |
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| Width |
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3.7 in |
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| Height |
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2 in |
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0.9 in |
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| Weight |
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4.6 oz |
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| Release Date |
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May 2007 |
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User Reviews
Here's how our visitors have reviewed this camera.
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Overall quality |
8
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Ease of use |
9
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Fit and finish |
9.5
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Click-to-click speed |
7.5
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Display quality |
9
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Flash quality |
7.5
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Image quality |
9
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Overall value |
6.5
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RATING SCALE: 1 = WORST 10 = BEST |
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