The Leica Japan, one of the most renowned camera and lens manufacturer around the globe have recently introduced a new digital camera in its “M” series the latest update in this series is Leica M8 digital camera. With its quiet operation, speed and precision this camera seems to bring happiness to all camera lovers. It features a low-noise CCD image sensor with a resolution of 10.3 mega pixels which has been has been specifically made to match the compact lens design and also to promise unmatched photographic quality. It features a 2.5 inch display on which all main settings are visibly structured.

The camera comes with an additional SD memory card. With features like interchangeable lens and easy operation this M8 model is expected to create some ripples in the camera market. We have not got any other details about the pricing and release date of the model which the users would be looking for. So, please stay tuned with us till we go back and get you all the information.

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The new LEICA D VARIO-ELMAR 14-50mm / F3.8-5.6 ASPH./ MEGA O.I.S. lens is specifically designed for digital SLR cameras, the compact lens features light-weighted body with optical design and uses seven-blade diaphragm aperture to capture beautiful, smooth pictures in out-of-focus areas. With a minimum focus distance of 29cm and a maximum photographic magnification of 0.42x (35mm equivalent). It also features 15 lens elements in 11 groups, including two aspherical lenses, Two ED (extra-low dispersion) incorporating Panasonic`s advanced MEGA O.I.S. - an optical image stabilization system for blur free images .The new lens is also offered separately and will be available in the market around October 2007.

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Leica launched an entirely new series of compact M series lenses; the 35 mm, 50 mm, 75 mm and 90 mm Summarit-M, all with a maximum aperture of F2.5. An affordable range compatible with M8 digital rangefinder providing corresponding fields of view (rounded) of 47 mm, 67 mm, 100 mm and 120 mm respectively. Empowered with the renowned optical and mechanical excellence of Leica the four lenses have the most deemed focal lengths in the Leica M system:
LEICA SUMMARIT-M 35 mm f/2.5
LEICA SUMMARIT-M 50 mm f/2.5
LEICA SUMMARIT-M 75 mm f/2.5
LEICA SUMMARIT-M 90 mm f/2.5
With the maximum aperture of f/2.5 and the traditional spherical lens design gives this new series of lenses the same Leica quality and performance ratio.

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Leica has recently launched its ultra compact digital camera, C-Lux 2 available sizzling colors like black or silver metal body. The cool digital camera features a 7.2-megapixel image sensor and is supported by a large 2.5″ color LCD display. The Leica C-Lux 2 includes a 3.6x optical zoom LEICA DC VARI-ELMARIT f/2.8 - 5.6 / 4.6 - 16.4mm ASPH lens. Furthermore, one also comes across an optical image stabilization and intelligent exposure control helping in fighting camera shake and ensures improved performance. Other features on the camera include, SDHC memory card, SD memory card, Multimedia card support, 8 - 1/2000s shutter speeds andvideo recording. It has also got various modes for specialized performances like Portrait, Soft Skin, Landscape, Sport, Night Portrait, Night Landscape, Starry Sky, Fireworks, Food, Party, Candlelight, Baby 1, Baby 2, Pets, Sunset, High Sensitivity, Beach, Snow, Aerial and Underwater etc. The camera measures (w x h x d): 3.7 x 2.0x 9.0 inches and weights approximately 4.6 ounces without battery and memory card. No word on pricing or availability has been made from the company’s side till now.

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Leica Camera AG freshly announced that it will offer a free firmware update for the LEICA DIGILUX 3 on its website www.leica-camera.com. The new firmware, Version 2.0, offers wide-ranging improvements in the presentation of effective digital SLR camera. This firmware for the LEICA DIGILUX 3 optimizes the functionality of the camera from corner to corner many applications.

This will include additional exposure functions for the first time; offer a "Mode 3" for optical stabilization. The free firmware Version 2.0 will also include a new mode that will help in the reading of the LCD monitor during use of the Live View. This setting will support the photographer when the camera is apprehended in a position close to ground level.

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The Leica C-Lux 2 digital camera has been reviewed by the website Photoreview and they liked the digicam for its overall performance, image quality,its macro mode and high-speed continuous shooting mode. However the digicam lacked a viewfinder and noise was visible in ISO400 and higher.

The digicam includes a 7.2-megapixel image sensor and has been equipped with a large 2.5″ color LCD display. The Leica C-Lux 2 includes a 3.6x optical zoom LEICA DC VARI-ELMARIT f/2.8 - 5.6 / 4.6 - 16.4mm ASPH (28-100mm is the 35mm equivalent) lens. One also comes across an optical image stabilization and intelligent exposure control which helps in combatting camera shake and ensures enhanced performance.

In the end the website writes "A well-built, ultra-slim digicam that produces natural-looking pictures in most shooting conditions."

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The Leica C-Lux 2 digital camera is ultra compact and available in colors like black or silver metal body. Measuring only 3.5″x2.0″, the digicam includes a 7.2-megapixel image sensor and has been equipped with a large 2.5″ color LCD display. With the name Leica behind it, you can bet this one would be a winner when it comes to performance!

The Leica C-Lux 2 includes a 3.6x optical zoom LEICA DC VARI-ELMARIT f/2.8 - 5.6 / 4.6 - 16.4mm ASPH (28-100mm is the 35mm equivalent) lens. One also comes across an optical image stabilization and intelligent exposure control which helps in combatting camera shake and ensures enhanced performance.

Other features on the camera include; SDHC memory card, SD memory card and Multimedia card support, 8 - 1/2000s shutter speeds, video recording including 16:9 format with 848x480 pixels, in 4:3 format with 640x480 pixels or in 4:3 format with 320x240 pixels at either 30fps or 10fps and 64MB internal memory. No word on pricing or availability.

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Shutterbug has reviewed the Leica M8 and lets just see what they have to say about this camera. The website looks pretty impressed by the M8 because of its image quality, its finesse and its form factor. However they didn't like the fact that the M8 couldn't shoot more than 10 full-res frames faster than 2 fps , the big battery charger and the expensive price tag.

The new Leica M8 is a rangefinder digital camera and has a resolution of 10 megapixels. The camera can also be hooked up with the Tri Elmar M 16-18-21 mm F4 Aspherical lens which promises to provide optimized results at specific focal lengths. The M8 accepts all Leica lenses produced from 1954 onwards and also supports formats like DNG (RAW), JPEG (Fine / Basic) and DNG + JPEG. One will also find a 2.5 LCD and an electronic viewfinder in addition to Shooting Modes like; Single picture (one shutter button depression, one picture), Continuous (2 frames per second up to 10 frames) and Self-timer (2 or 12 second delay).

In the end the website writes "Is it worth the money? Yes, if you savor its unique virtues, which are considerable. Apparently there are lots of people who do—one leading Leica dealer has orders for well over 200 M8s. And even in the wake of the Internet brouhaha, sales are increasing and nobody’s canceling their order. It’s all kind of heartwarming, because if any rangefinder camera deserves to make an adept and successful digital transition, it’s the venerable Leica M."

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Digital Camera Review have done an in-depth analysis of Leica C-LUX 1 and they like the digicam for its image quality, its user-friendly controls, its overall built quality, its versatility, its fast performance and its battery life. What they didn�t like was the digicam�s high price tag, its tendency to produce noise and the lack of manual controls.

The Leica C-Lux 1 is a 6 mega pixel, 28-102mm zoom digital camera whose focal length would be equivalent to a 28-102 mm in the 35 mm format. It features a High resolution 2.5-inch display and can record movie clips at either 30 fps or 10 fps in 16:9 format with 848 x 480, 4:3 format with 640 x 480 or in 4:3 format with 320 x 240 pixels. Memory can be extended via a SD card and Scene Modes include portrait, soft skin, landscape, sport, night portrait, night landscape, self-portrait, food, party, candlelight, fireworks, starry sky, snowed and Flash Modes include either automatic flash on with or without pre-flash (to combat red-eye), manual flash on (fill-in flash) with or without pre-flash, SLOW for slower shutter speeds (with pre-flash), flash off.

The review concludes "Overall this is an excellent camera for anyone looking for a high end point and shoot to carry along day to day. Perhaps as a compliment to your M series Leica? It performs well, looks good and is easy to use. Its made well and has excellent battery life. It's an overall excellent camera."

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Those who loved the iconic Leica M series will also fall in love with the new Digital Leica M8 which is a perfect amalgamation of the old and the new. The new Leica M8 is a rangefinder digital camera and has a resolution of 10 megapixels. The camera can also be hooked up with the Tri Elmar M 16-18-21 mm F4 Aspherical lens which promises to provide optimized results at specific focal lengths.

The M8 accepts all Leica lenses produced from 1954 onwards and also supports formats like DNG (RAW), JPEG (Fine / Basic) and DNG + JPEG. One will also find a 2.5 LCD and an electronic viewfinder in addition to Shooting Modes like; Single picture (one shutter button depression, one picture), Continuous (2 frames per second up to 10 frames) and Self-timer (2 or 12 second delay).

The new Leica M8 includes accessories anti-slip carrying strap, cover for M bayonet, lithium ion rechargeable battery, battery charger incl. car socket adaptor and 3 mains plug adapters (Euro, UK, USA) (14 463), USB connection cable, user manual, software DVD Capture One LE, software CD with LEICA DIGITAL CAPTURE and user manuals in all languages.

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The new Leica D-LUX 3 Digital Camera is an ultra compact digicam which packs quite a punch. The digicam has an impressive 10 megapixel resolution and promises to live up to the prestigious Leica name when it comes to overall performance.

The new Leica D-LUX 3 is available in chic colors like black and silver and includes features like 16:9 ratio LCD, Leica 4x wide angle optical zoom lens (28 to 112 mm equiv.) among others. Wide Angle and Telephotic photography si possible thanks to the onboard LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 1:2.8-4.9/6.3-25.2 ASPH zoom lens. The camera is also equipped with a 2.8 inch LCD which lets you view full image in 16:9 formats.

The digicam has a movie mode which lets one capture footage in 16:9 Aspect Ratio or 4:3 Aspect Ratio formats and the camera also supports RAW. The Leica D-LUX 3 includes a number of modes like Portrait, Sport, Night-time landscape, Night-time portrait, Fireworks, Party, and Snow and pictures can be taken in three picture formats (16:9, 3:2 and 4:3).The Leica D-LUX 3 package includes; a battery charger, a powerful rechargeable battery and a comprehensive software package (Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0 (PC)/3.0 (Mac), Quicktime Movie Player). No word on pricing or availability.

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Leica recently unveiled its first integrated digital SLR which has adapted the Four Thirds system, something which is new for the company. Thanks to this system now one doesn�t need to just invest in Leica lenses and the new Leica DIGILUX 3 will support all types of lenses. The DSLR is quite similar to the Panasonic DMC-L1 but this one has the Leica name to it so do expect some nifty features!

The Leica DIGILUX 3 is outfitted with a 7.5 megapixel LiveMOS sensor for a real-time live photo function and also features an energy-saving operating system. The kit lens is a LEICA D 14 - 50 mm ASPH (F2.8 - F3.5) lens with built-in optical image stabilization and has a focal length range of 28 to 100 millimeters. One will also come across an exposure ring on the camera and manual setting rings for aperture, zoom and focus. It also supports RAW and ISO Settings range from 80-1600.

The new DSLR from Leica features a 2.5�camera display with a resolution of 207,000 pixels and the built in image stabilization system promises top-notch results by combating camera shakes and compensating for low light shots. The camera comes bundled with 1 GB SD card, a battery charger, rechargeable battery and a complete software package (Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0 (PC)/3.0 (Mac), Quicktime Movie Player).

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