Name: Leica V-LUX 4 Digital Camera, 12.1MP, 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor, 24x Optical & 4x Digital Zoom, DC Vario-Elmarit f/2.8 Lens
Brand: Leica
SKU: ILCVL4
Price: 899.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4 (4 reviews)

Leica V-LUX 4 Digital Camera, 12.1MP, 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor, 24x Optical & 4x Digital Zoom, DC Vario-Elmarit f/2.8 Lens

Leica V-LUX 4

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Buy: Leica V-LUX 4 Digital Camera, 12.1MP, 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor, 24x Optical & 4x Digital Zoom, DC Vario-Elmarit f/2.8 Lens Color: Black, Configuration: Camera Only, Media Type: SD, Resolution: 12 MP

As I've gotten older, hauling around a heavy DSLR and multiple lenses has gotten to be a chore. This compact camera, with its 24X super zoom and constant F2.8 lens is ideal for much of my photography, macro to street. It's photos are sharp, bokeh is good when needed, ISO at 6400 is noise-free, although, with the F2.8 lens, I seldom need to go that high. I shoot in raw which gives me added flexibility in editing. The only drawback is that the electronic viewfinder is small and easily moved out of focus. The solution for me is to use the 3" articulated screen, which does decrease battery life (I bought an extra battery-no big deal). I had no problem with the instruction manual as I didn't need it. I found the use of this camera to be intuitive. Things are where I expect them to be.

Great little camera

This is a very good all-around camera which you can use just about anywhere. The zoom feature is especially good, but you should use a tripod or solid surface, such as a picnic table.

Not bad so far

I was a U.S. Navy photographer went thru all Navy Photo schools. This camera is great, I've taken some great pictures with it. I can usually read instructions and figure out my camera.
The instructions written for this camera are so poor that I've even contacted the manufacturer in Germany for some answers.They referred me to the US Reps who have been very cooperative. I'm starting to get comfortable with this great piece of equipment.