Is this the SAME with Leica d-lux 4? Can anyone tell me what difference is?
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From what I've read, this is basically the same hardware as the d-lux 4. Differences: different coating on the lens (same lens) different firmware a longer warranty (either 2 or 3 years for Leica - different reviews give different figures - vs 1 year for the LX3). the red Leica logo! Also I've seen it suggested that there are some external bits of rubber trim on the LX3 which are not present on the Leica. I think you also get Capture One software with the Leica, which is a high-end RAW processing package.
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You are very right. It is not good for Leica brand...Either Leica doesn't care about its customers or there must be something wrong with its development/manufacturing...
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Not sure what you're asking. I bought a couple of them online because the prices were so different I thought they might also be. Bought a Nikon one, and a cheap after-market brand. Nikon's was about $7, the other was one cent. They're virtually identical, both work just fine. So I'd say, buy it online, and buy the $.01 version. Even with shipping, it should be less that $4-5.
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Sorry, I can't answer your question with any expertise. The Leica V-Lux 4 uses a Leica BP-DC12 Battery which may be different from the Panasonic.As for using a less expensive non-OEM battery, from the results of my research on the internet, I think that performance and reliability may be better with the OEM product. I suggest that you do a web search using "OEM batteries" and you will find many opinions.
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I use mostly EVF and it works fine......Works better......I cannot compare. Overall, I have really been impressed with the zoom system. Since I have had and still do have lots of camera, this small Leica is very impressive with macro to long zooms. I put off getting the V-Lux 4 for about 2 years and after more study, I went for it. I have not been disappointed. I have let one of my daughters use it and without hardly any instruction, she has come up with some great shots.
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The Leica has slightly different built-in raw->JPEG processing. It comes with a larger (but still useless) memory card in the box, and has phone support from Leica instead of Panasonic. And as Robert points out, it has Photoshop in the box instead of SilkyPix. None of these were important to me, but they might be to you.
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The standard lens that comes with the camera is not a Leica. This is a 4/3 format camera, which means that lenses are interchangeable, as with DSLR cameras, and there are Leica lenses that come in the 4/3 format, that will work with this camera. Buying good lenses in this format is a great investment. They will improve the photographs that you take with this camera, and if one decides to upgrade, say to the Olympus OMD range of camera, the investment continues to pay off with great photos on that camera. If it's not your intention to get additional lenses, then there are better choices than this camera. The standard lens that comes with the camera is not a Leica. This is a 4/3 format camera, which means that lenses are interchangeable, as with DSLR cameras, and there are Leica lenses that come in the 4/3 format, that will work with this camera. Buying good lenses in this format is a great investment. They will improve the photographs that you take with this camera, and if one decides to upgrade, say to the Olympus OMD range of camera, the investment continues to pay off with great photos on that camera. If it's not your intention to get additional lenses, then there are better choices than... » Read More The standard lens that comes with the camera is not a Leica. This is a 4/3 format camera, which means that lenses are interchangeable, as with DSLR cameras, and there are Leica lenses that come in the 4/3 format, that will work with this camera. Buying good lenses in this format is a great investment. They will improve the photographs that you take with this camera, and if one decides to upgrade, say to the Olympus OMD range of camera, the investment continues to pay off with great photos on that camera. If it's not your intention to get additional lenses, then there are better choices than this camera. « Show Less
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this website says it does (scroll down to where it says "viewfinder"): http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/leica-d-lux-6/leica-d-lux-6DAT.HTM
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Patrick: I have the V-lux3 and recommend it highly for travelers like myself who want superb pictures without the encumbrance of a heavy camera and extra lenses. This is the first I have heard of V-Lux 4. I have had the Lumix version twice, and am a big fan of this Panasonic/Leica partnership.
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PEN pros are interchangeable lenses, HD video capure, now available, sane price;PEN cons: smaller sensor... others?X1 pros are aperture and shutter-speed dials, Leica optics, larger sensor;X1 cons are high price point, and it's not yet available.Also, I don't care for a lens that retracts on shutoff, because it:* is a dust trap,* prevents use of lens filters and hoods (shades against flare),* delays startup time, and* needlessly consumes battery power.That said, I still favor the X1.I greatly enjoy the D-LUX 3 and 4, after having had many LUMIX models.Available light performance should be great.I will tell you if I'm happy later. PEN pros are interchangeable lenses, HD video capure, now available, sane price;PEN cons: smaller sensor... others?X1 pros are aperture and shutter-speed dials, Leica optics, larger sensor;X1 cons are high price point, and it's not yet available.Also, I don't care for a lens that retracts on shutoff, because it:* is a dust trap,* prevents use of lens filters and hoods (shades against flare),* delays startup time, and* needlessly consumes battery power.That said, I still favor the X1.I greatly enjoy the D-LUX 3 and 4,... » Read More PEN pros are interchangeable lenses, HD video capure, now available, sane price;PEN cons: smaller sensor... others?X1 pros are aperture and shutter-speed dials, Leica optics, larger sensor;X1 cons are high price point, and it's not yet available.Also, I don't care for a lens that retracts on shutoff, because it:* is a dust trap,* prevents use of lens filters and hoods (shades against flare),* delays startup time, and* needlessly consumes battery power.That said, I still favor the X1.I greatly enjoy the D-LUX 3 and 4, after having had many LUMIX models.Available light performance should be great.I will tell you if I'm happy later. « Show Less
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Hello, between both editions is no difference in functinality. The difference is in the number of cameras and lenses which are supported in either edition. If you camera is on the list of supported optical modules in the Standard edition, you should be fine with it. To make sure that your equipment is supported, please check in advance on the DxO website: http://www.dxo.com/intl/photography/dxo-optics-pro/supported-equipment With kind regards, Heike Precht Support Team DxO Labs
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I do not remember. We did not keep this binocular - ordered 4 brands for a side-by-side comparison. Ended up keeping the Leica's.
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I think a better question would be how does the RX100M2 compare to the Panasonic LF1 upon which the Leica C is based. I do know the lens is not as fast and image back is smaller, so the RX100M2 should be better in low light for sure. The C has a built-in EVF, but not very high res. The pricey external viewfinder for the Sony has 10 times the resolution.
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Biggest difference between these 3 cameras is: F2.8 fixed aperture at 600m. The other 2 would be sitting around f6.3, which bumps the ISO up way high resulting in noisy pictures.In addition, I believed the Leica optic used in Fz-200 is superior to the optics of the other cameras.The lens is very sharp through the entire zoom range, even at 600mm wide open f2.8.
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The D4 is a very good camera. The D4s is slightly better at high ISOs. Its seem to track focus on moving subjects a bit faster. Go to DXO website and they do a great comparison on cameras and you can compare the two cameras. The picture quality is the same I think over all again with some improvement at high ISOs. I do not know what you shoot or how you photograph so it is very hard to give advice on upgrading. If I had to do it again, I think I would stay with the D4 and which I still use right along with the D4s and wait for the next big change in camera bodies.
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Sorry, I bought this kit for my Leica D-Lux 5, so I can't be sure about the Lumix. All the parts fit my Leica with the adapter, which is included in the kit.
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I bought Leica, but normally I buy Hilti laser meter, this is my first leica after 10 years using Hilti, If I need laser meter I will go for Hilti or Leica. the rest not interested