Leica D-Lux 3 Compact Digital 10mp Camera, with DC Vario Emarit 28-112mm 2.8-4.9/6.3-25.2 ASPH Zoom Lens, Optiical Image Stabilizer, 2.8" LCD, Black

The Leica D-LUX 3 is a compact digital camera with 10 megapixels, & has a LEICADC VARIO-ELMARIT 1:2.8-4.9/6.3-25.2 ASPH lens with a focal range from 28 to 112mm. The optical image stabilizer (O.I.S.) ensures that sharp pictures are obtained without a flash or tripod in critical light situations. The 2.8" display gives the photographer a reliable, precise evaluation while recording & playing

The CCD 16:9 sensor shows the image in the format filling 16:9 ratio. The built-in flash unit is activated manually for fill-in lighting & is neatly concealed within the camera body when not used. There are a number of programmed motive modes as well as the manual setting options for fast as well as creative/individual photography. There is no viewfinder because of the large display

Simply Beautiful:
The Leica D-LUX 3 is a compact but powerful companion. Available in black or silver finish, the 10 megapixels D-LUX 3 is an attractive companion with its clean-cut lines. Once again, Leica has combined quality optics and high-grade materials. It will appeal to existing customers & new groups

Leica Lens:
From wide-angle to telephoto The D-LUX 3 offers superior image quality not only based on a high resolution. A decisive factor is the LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 6.3-25.2 mm f/2.8-4.9 ASPH. With a fast maximum aperture of f/2.8 & an interesting focal length range of 28-112 mm (35 mm format equivalent), there are hardly any limits to photographic creativity. The lens comprises of 9 high-quality lens elements in 8 groups. The joystick on the back of the camera allows for manual focusing

Every picture comes out fine:
An optical image stabilization (O.I.S) system that can be switched on or off at any time provides the user with the security in all sorts of situations that th pictures will turn out sharp. Dusk, indoor shots, quick snapshots, when using the longer focal lengths, the pictures always turn out sharp because of the O.I.S.

Leica D-LUX 3, pre-destined for Digiscoping with Digital Adapter 2 The topic photography through a high quality scope also known as Digiscoping is still of great interest for all interested in the demanding world of nature & bird watching. Through the ever-increasing rise in the quality of digital cameras, it is now possible to take fantastic pictures, whereas in the past more elaborate & expensive camera systems were needed

The D-LUX 3 is well suited for Digiscoping because:
•It has a large 2.8" display ideal to immediately evaluate shots of rare birds or other subjects in nature
•The optical image stabilizer allows for clear pictures even in low light or other critical situation
•The quick shutter release means that no more precious moments will be missed

The digital adapter 2 combines the compact form of the Leica D-LUX 3 with the eyepiece on the Leica Televid. This turns a compact digital camera into a camera with with extreme focal lengths for the ambitious nature lovers.