Customer Reviews

Leica D-Lux 2 Compact 8 MP Digital Camera, USA Authorized, with Leica Leather Case & Spare Battery

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This is a revolutionary top of the line point & shoot camera for the knowledgable digital photographer. RAW files give superb images effortlessy up to 8.5 X 11" (at which point some noise may show up in printing); there is no shutter lag to speak of, the Stabilizer function really works to make low-light shooting possible--to name only a few of the stand-out features. Its small size makes for easy carrying and inconspicuous candid shooting. The manual is excellent, and controls/menus are well thought-out. The only thing I regret a little is that it is difficult to hold securely. I also miss a range-finder, no matter how primitive, because the LED screen in bright light is difficult to visualize. I do not in the least regret the significant cost of this jewel.

Michael Eichwald

This particular Leica is simply a re-badged Panasonic Lumix LX-1, which sells for a lot less. Now, for the image quality, I would have ranked it 5-star, it is simply one of the best P&S digital cameras in the market (and I agree with the DPReview review on the LX-1 as well). Unfortunately, simply because of the price point that Leica sells it at, while not having any difference between the two, I have to rank it at 3 stars, and I think that's fair, because it has now failed the value-for-money test.

If you care about prestige, and are willing to pay extra for the L-badge, by all means get this. Otherwise, if you only care about the image quality and the great ergonomics of this camera, go over and get the Panasonic Lumix LX-1. It's the same thing.