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Nearly all Leica Digital Cameras (C-LUX, D-LUX and V-LUX series) are fundamentally the same models manufactured under the Panasonic brand, although the Leica versions cost more

Leica has consistently concentrated on the primary idea of opinion, building upon a collection of ground-breaking tools that offer an exceptional visual experience and enhance the capacity for complete image expression.

Leica Digital Camera Review The Leica name is nothing short of legendary. Leica's history is closely interwoven with the history of the camera itself. Favored by top photographers all around the world, Leica cameras have captured some of the most memorable, emotionally rich photos ever recorded.

In order to stay competitive in the consumer market, Leica switched to digital. Not wanting to start from square one, Leica entered into an agreement with a Japanese company, called Matsushita. They market their digital cameras with the Panasonic trade name. Leica and Panasonic produce the Lumix brand name with the lenses also bearing the Leica trademark, including a new technology called "image stabilizer."

As an innovative camera company they make cameras that serve a niche market, mostly owing to their high prices. Its Digilux series is for all intents and purposes the same as Panasonic’s SLR series. Leica’s most costly and distinctive digital camera, the Leica M8 is $5,500 and 10 megapixels, and one of a small number of digital rangefinder cameras to be had with a small, but very devoted following of photographers. Here are the current Leica Digital Camera Review by Gene Wrights, listed alphabetically by model

Leica Digital Cameras
Leica C-Lux 3 Digital 10-Megapixel Camera. Leica photographers have always attracted admiring glances. The ultra fashionable LEICA C-LUX 3 will get even more attention. Anyone can use the LEICA C-LUX from the very start. To change between capture and viewing mode, you just flick a switch. Model: C-LUX 3 Digital Camera Review by Gene Wright, Megapixels: 10MP, LCD: 2.5 inch, Optical Stabilized: Yes, Optical Zoom: 5x, Colors: Black, White, Typical internet price: $459, Viewfinder: no •Typical internet price $999 - Announced Sep 15, 2008
Leica D-LUX 4 Digital 10.1MP Compact Camera, * 10.1MP, with 2.5x LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON Zoom Lens, 3" LCD Display, The compact nature of the D-Lux 4 means it can be with you all the time. But despite its compact size, it offers top 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 reportage. This is the camera that claims to be "son of the M8". Model: D-LUX 4 Digital Camera Review by Gene Wright, Megapixels: 10.1MP, LCD: 3.0 inch, Optical Stabilized: Yes, Optical Zoom: 2.5x, Colors: Black, Safari, Typical internet price: $685, Viewfinder: Optional Typical internet price $600 - Announced Sep 15, 2008
Leica D-Lux 5 premium compact announced Leica has announced the D-Lux 5 premium compact camera. Successor to the D-Lux 4, it sports a feature list uncannily similar to the Panasonic LX5, incuding a 10Mp 1/1.63" inch sensor, 24-90mm equiv lens and 460K dot 3.0" LCD. Like the LX5 it can record 720p AVCHD Lite videos, offers multiple aspect ratio recording via a switch on the lens barrel, and allows fully manual control. Registered owners will be able to download a copy of Adobe Lightroom to process the camera's DNG raw files. Typical internet price Ł630, Announced Sep 21, 2010
Minox DCC Leica M3 Digital 5MP classic camera : The new digital Classic Camera from Minox comes in a really stylish format! On the outside it features the miniaturized shell of the legendary Leica M3, designed in great detail, and inside it is packed with innovative technology in the form of a powerful digital camera. A unique harmony of classic design and state-of-the-art features. This new edition of the wee camera is a logical and up to date further development of the previous DCC model, and features a color monitor and a memory card slot, making the miniature camera geared to continue a success story. With the DCC Leica M3, Minox GmbH has demonstrated in a most impressive way how a legendary classic camera be revived. Typical internet price $120
Leica X1 Digital 12.2MP APS-C CMOS Camera. Leica Camera AG presents a new generation of Leica digital cameras--the Leica X1. The Leica X1, made in Germany, is equipped with a CMOS sensor in APS-C format, similar to those used in semi-professional DSLR cameras. Together with an all-purpose Leica Elmarit 1:2.8/24 mm lens, the particularly large sensor for this class of camera offers outstanding picture quality that need not fear comparisons with professional cameras. - Announced Sep 9, 2009
Leica V-Lux 2 superzoom released Four years after the V-Lux 1, Leica has launched its second superzoom compact camera in the shape of the V-Lux 2. Bearing more than a passing resemblance to the Panasonic DMC-FZ100, it offers a similar feature set including a 24x zoom lens (25mm - 600mm equiv.), 14.1 MP CMOS sensor and 460K dot 3.0 inch tiltable LCD. Priced at Ł675, it also allows full 1080p AVCHD video recording, and offers continuous shooting speeds of 11 frames per second at full resolution. - Announced Sep 21, 2010
Leica V-LUX 3 Superzoom, the latest addition to an impressive Leica range of compact digital cameras. Featuring a focal length ranging from 25mm to 600 mm plus a full HD video capturing capability, this new V-LUX 3 increases the range of compact digital Leica cameras. The ground-breaking "all-in-one" integrates classic photo functions with quality video that is on the level of premium quality camcorders. With a comprehensive array of features united with its compact layout make this V-LUX 3 a most attractive alternative to any entry-level DSLR camera. Announced Dec 9, 2011
Leica V-Lux 20 compact ultrazoom The V-Lux 20 compact is a mild reworking of the Panasonic Lumix ZS7 but with a more expensive price tag of US $699 and gives it Leica's signature matte black finish and other high-end materials while retaining the core functionality. As a camera, the new V-Lux is Leica's first compact with both a 12X zoom lens and GPS-based geotagging, making it a possible good fit for travelers. - Announced Apr 20, 2010
Leica V-Lux 30, a 15.1 mp Digital Compact Camera. An upgrade over to the Leica V-Lux 20, this latest camera features a Leica 16x DC Vario-Elmar zoom lens encompassing an extended focal length range, a brand new touch screen LCD display screen, integrated GPS and video capturing in full 1080i-AVCHD HD. May 26, 2011
Leica Discontinued Digital Cameras

	Cokin A300 DIGI Shoe Filter Holder for Digital Cameras Square Filters To fit compact-type digital & Bridge-type cameras. 1- NO COMPUTER NEEDED 2- NO WASTE OF TIME 3- IMMEDIATE RESULTS 4- HIGH VERSATILITY 5- INEXPENSIVE SOLUTION 6- UNLIMITED CREATIVITY Cokin "A" Series Filters - This adjustable holder (ref. A300) attaches to the tripod socket in the base of your camera. - The screw slides along the grooves of the Shoe Filter-Holder so as to allow correct positioning underneath the camera. - The Filter-Holder mounts must be correctly positioned facing the lens so as to work properly once the filters are inserted. - Once you have found the ideal position for the Holder, tighten the screw underneath the camera tripod socket. • See the complete Cokin System.