Leica D-Lux 2 Brochure

LEICA D-LUX 2
The compact digital for mega pictures
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You see the world in your own unique way. Show it with a Leica !
Those who take pictures discover new perceptions of the world and the times,
of the unfamiliar as well as the familiar. For this desire to look at the world and
to show it to others, the LEICA D-LUX 2 camera is the perfect tool. In the midst
of a bustling crowd or from far away, in the noonday sun or under a full moon,
in a calm demeanor or in great haste – the LEICA D-LUX 2 renders pictures with
unparalleled brilliance. In three different formats. This digital camera, with its
optics, its image stabilizer and 8.4 megapixels, meets the highest standards of
the renowned Leica brand. Its stylish aluminum body makes the photographer
look good on all occasions. And the high-quality Crumpler ® cases make it even
more fun to take along. When are you going to take the LEICA D-LUX 2 into your
world ?
Scale 1:1 The high-quality lens LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 6.3–25.2 mm f /2.8–4.9 ASPH.
with 4 x optical zoom is composed of lens elements made of complex optical glass
and it features an ideal range of focal lengths that extends from 28 to 112 mm
(35 mm equivalent). That enables you to cover practically everything from the wide-
angle to the telephoto range. The legendary Le ica image quality is enhanced even
further with the optical image stabilizer (O.I.S.) that effectively compensates for
camera shake to ensure razor-sharp pictures at all times, even in the telephoto range,
in low light conditions and when you take quick snapshots. And there is a choice
of three picture formats : 16:9 (8 MP) ; 3:2 (7 MP) ; 4:3 (6 MP) – of which the 16:9
format is HDTV-ready for viewing. The large 2.5-inch display
renders a brilliant image for sure evaluation of your composition and reproduction.
The option of manually setting the aperture and the shutter speed
freedom. However, optimal images are also quick and easy with the
and automatic controls. Select from as many as 14 scene modes. The new Digital
Adapter 2 makes the camera ready for digiscoping – fantastic nature photographs
through a spotting scope.
Technical Data
Camera LEICA D- LUX 2
Image type and format 1:1.65" CCD sensor with 8.6 megapixels and 8.4 effective megapixels in the 16:9 format.
Resolution In 16:9 format 3840 x 2160, 3072 x1728, 1920 x1080 (HDTV standard) pixels.
In 3:2 Leica format 3248 x 2160, 2560 x1712, or 2048 x1360 pixels.
In 4:3 format 2880 x 2160, 2304 x1728, 2048 x1536, 1600 x1200, or 1280 x 960 pixels.
Video sequences In 16:9 format 848 x 480 pixels ; In 4:3 format 640 x 480 pixels, or still in 4:3 format select 320 x 240 pixels at
either 30 fps or 10 fps (frames per second). Video length is only limited by storage card capacity. Video recorded with sound.
Data recording File formats : Still pictures RAW, TIFF, JPEG (Fine/Standard) ; Video QuickTime Motion JPEG.
Storage media SD Memory Card and MultiMedia Card (64 MB SD Card supplied with camera).
Sensitivity setting Automatic or manual : ISO 80, 100, 200, or 400.
White balance Choice of: automatic for daylight, overcast sky, halogen light ; 2 manual settings. Fine calibration of the white balance
from –1500 to +1500K in 150K steps (not available in automatic mode).
Lens LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 6.3–25.2 mm f/2.8–4.9 ASPH. zoom lens (35 mm equivalent is 28–112 mm), 4 x optical zoom.
Zoom via a handy rocker switch.
Blende 2,8–8,0 (WW) 4,9–8,0 (Tele)
Digital zoom 4 x
Optical Image Stabilizer 2 operating modes : available for exposure only, or for exposure and monitor.
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Focusing range Normal mode : 50 cm (19 ⁄ 4 ") to infinity for wide-angle ; 120 cm (47") to infinity for telephoto.
Macro mode : 5 cm (2") to infinity for wide-angle and 30 cm (12") to infinity for telephoto.
Focusing Methods Autofocus (entire focusing range and macro), or manual with joystick ; the setting can be stored.
Autofocus fields Choice of : 9 fields (full image area), faster autofocus with 3 fields across the center or with
1 central field, 1 field or spot. Focusing range Normal mode : 50 cm (19 3⁄ 4 ") to infinity for wide-angle and 120 cm (47")
to infinity for telephoto ; Macro mode : 5 cm (2") to infinity for wide-angle and 30 cm (12") to infinity for telephoto.
Exposure Exposure modes Programmed automatic, shutter-speed priority, aperture priority, and manual.
Exposure metering Multi-field metering, center-weighted integral metering, spot metering ; settings can be stored.
Exposure bracketing +/- 2 EV in 1 / EV steps.
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Shutter speed range Full automatic mode 1/4 –1/2000 sec; in program mode: 1–1/2000 sec ; in shutter speed and aperture
priority modes : 8–1/2000 sec ; manual settings : 60–1/2000 sec.
Flash Flash exposure modes Automatically activated flash with or without pre-flash (to prevent red-eye) ; manual fill-in flash with or
without pre-flash ; SLOW for longer exposure times (with pre-flash) ; flash off. Flash range (ISO set at Auto) 0.6–4.1 m
(2–13 1 / ft) for wide-angle, and 0.3–2.3 m (1–7 1 /
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Scene programs Portrait, sport, night-time landscape, night-time portrait, fireworks, party, snow, self-portrait, food, baby, soft-focus for skin,
candlelight, starry sky, landscape.
Toning effects Bluish, reddish, black and white or sepia.
Monitor 2.5" TFT color display with 207,000 pixels.
Selftimer With 2 or 10 second time delay.
Connectors USB 2.0, DC IN (power supply), and AV OUT.
Image parameters Adjustable parameters : Contrast, color saturation, sharpness, and noise suppression.
Printer compatibility PictBridge, DPOF
Power supply Lithium-Ion battery, 3.7 V, 1150 mAH, or optional direct mains connector.
Dimensions (W x H x D) 105.7 x 58.3 x 25.6 mm (4 5/32" x 2 9/32" x1")
Weight 1
185 grams (6 / 2 ounces) without- or 220 grams (7
Scope of delivery Camera with lens cap and carrying strap, 64 MB SD-Card, battery charger, Lithium-Ion battery, AV cable, USB cable, complete
software package (Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0 including Leica RAW Plug-in, Quicktime Movie Player, USB driver).
Accessories
with 207,000 pixels Crumpler® Case Padded case to hold camera, SD Card and extra battery. Red Order No. 18 647, Anthracite Order No. 18 639
Direct mains connector
ACA-DC4 with mains cable
Lithium-Ion Battery LEICA BP-DC4 (replacement)
Digital Adapter 2
gives you creative (Digiscoping) Digital Adapter 2 for LEICA TELEVID Order No. 42 303
scene programs
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ft) for telephoto. Flash exposure bracketing ±2 EV in 1 / EV steps.
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/ 4 ounces) with battery, storage card and lens cap.