Leica C-LUX 1 6MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black)

by Leica

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.7 x 2 x 1 inches ; 5.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FAPQHM
• Item model number: 18292
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,980 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 4, 2006

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Leica C-LUX 1 is an engagingly attractive companion with a fashionably compact form factor. Offered in smart black or lustrous silver and having a basic outline of only 3 11/16 x 2 1/8 x 15/16 inches (5 x 10 centimeters), it's a camera you'll want to take with you wherever you go. And its elegant exterior is complemented by cutting-edge technology: 6-megapixel capture, ultra-short shutter delay, precise autofocus measurement, and a generous selection of scene modes make it ideal for taking great pictures effortlessly. Whether you're on the beach, on a stroll through narrow streets, or in your favorite restaurant, the C-Lux 1 will capture all those precious moments you want to remember in stunning, true-to-life color and detail.

a Demo of the C-LUX

The Leica C-LUX 1 at a glance

High-quality fabrication:
Elegant and robust metal body available in black or silver finish.

Leica lens: The extended focal length range of the Leica wide-to-telephoto zoom lens is equivalent to a 28-102mm in the 35mm format, suitable for interiors, portaits, scenics, and more. Optical image stabilizer: Exquisitely sharp photos even in candlelight or of moving objects thanks to the built-in optical image stabilizer and the high-sensitivity setting of up to ISO 1600. Display: High resolution 2.5-inch display provides a clear view of critical details.

What's in the Box:
Leica C-LUX digital camera, battery charger, battery, 64MB SD memory card, AV cable, USB cable, AC cable, wrist strap, CD-ROM with software (Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0, Quicktime Movieplayer)

Product Description

The LEICA C-LUX 1 is an engagingly attractive companion with a fashionably compact form factor. Offered in smart black or lustrous silver and having a basic outline of only 5 x 10 cm, it's a camera you'll want to take with you wherever you go. And its elegant exterior is complemented by cutting-edge technology: 6-megapixel capture, ultra short shutter delay, precise autofocus measurement, and a generous selection of scene modes make it ideal for taking great pictures effortlessly. Whether you're on the beach, on a stroll through narrow streets, or in your favorite restaurant - the C-Lux 1 will capture all those precious moments you want to remember in stunning, true-to-life color and detail.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tiny Leica Performer, July 31, 2006

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Roger Main "Nikon Man" (Oregon) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Leica C-LUX 1 6MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black) (Electronics)

I bought this camera to augment my Nikon D-200, (which I love), although it is too big to tote around casually. But the Leica c lux is almost too small! It is smaller than it looks in the pictures, about the sixe of my cell phone, but packs a punch. The shutter is slower and takes some getting used to, but it catches inages with superb clarity and is very easy to use and carry. I passed on the $70 Leica case and opted for one by SONY for $22, and I carry it on my belt like a phone. I wore it while playing golf this morning and came back with sixty images. The battery lasts a long time, maybe 4 hours, and the camera quickly darts back and forth between modes. As for whether the Panasonic is just as good, sorry. The build quality of the Leica is far above the Panasonic version, and it is a real gem to look at and handle. It has re-energized my love of photography, and I will continue to carry it at all times to capture the kinds of pictures that i used to miss.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Flexible features, excellent quality., August 26, 2006

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Gabby Guy (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Leica C-LUX 1 6MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black) (Electronics)

The Leica C-LUX 1 is a little pricey, but you get an excellent, solid camera, easy to use right out of the box. I'm 70 years old and was dead set against getting a digital camera ("you can't teach an old dog to do new tricks" school of thought) But this camera sold itself. I use a photoelectric (no cord) slave flash if I need more flash, although the on-camera flash seems adequate for a small room. The manual is easy to follow for starting to take pictures, And there is further instruction for the great variety of applications this camera is able to perform. I have the black one, although there is a silver body available. I bought the "kit" which included an extra rechargable battery and a very nice leather case for under $70.00. Picture quality is outstanding due to the incredible quality of the Leica lens and good programmed exposure and distance controls. At my age, I think this is probably a "lifetime" purchase, but who needs more for the next 50 years?

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Leica C-LUX 1 6MP, July 26, 2006

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J. Doane "farscape forever" (Atlanta, Ga) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Leica C-LUX 1 6MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black) (Electronics)

I really like this camera. The image quality is great and the low-light ability to focus works well. Its small size is why I bought it and that's a great feature. The tiny flash is OK but you have to be up quite close, like less than 6 feet. Otherwise, it's easy to use and works quite well- I recommend it.