 "Leic Dlux -4 a New Cassic" | 2009-11-02 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2FWW0RS2EGSKO |
A great camera that is high quality takes pics equal to many DLSR cameras. Very good wide angle excellent close ups in 16:9 mode.
The 16:9 mode extends the wide angle and makes it better.Get an Panda adapter to protect the lens which easily screws on after you screw off the retainer ring then put a UV filter on it .This will be a 52mm filter. Some infared is possible but I havent tried that yet I use a Sony DSC-v1 for that . A 52mm circular polarizer is a nice lens filter to have handy. With the lens adapter you cant use the fancy overpriced leather cases and it is no longer a pocket camera. Also pick up on ebay a used Petri or Yashica (For electro 35) Viewfinder .This slips on the cameras hot shoe and is a good cheap addition for framing in bright sunlight. This camera is destined to be a classic in league with the Digilux 2 but more compact. The pinhole option is unique and you should try that setting. The one bad thing is the manual is almost useless .Try to find how to do 3 bracket pictures at different EV for HDR photos and you will see.
Instaed download a free copy of the Panasonoc DMC-LX3 al,ost identical camera ( Leica does do seperate processing built in for JPGS which is better) Raw is the same in both cameras but JPGS are so good save the time in most cases just shoot jpgs. Not much more money then the LX3 so go for it better warranty also from Leica. |
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| "Great all-around camera with superior images" | 2009-10-31 |
| - Reviewed By rob140 |
| It's funny, my experience is exactly the opposite of "Ema EL"'s review previous to this. I also compared the Leica with the Nikon D5000, and I found the Leica superior in every way. I took parallel shots with the two cameras of the same subjects, and in every case the Leica had sharper images with greater color richness and reproduction. I wasn't expecting to find such a difference, since I own a Nikon DSLR, but even though the Leica was much less expensive I found it took better pictures. I wished the Leica had a little bit greater zoom, but otherwise it's Leica quality in every way. |
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 "Good value and design" | 2009-09-18 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2N58N0WR31HK |
| Nice tactile feel for the controls - nothing springy or plastic. Has a nice weight and balance making it easy to control. Display is sharp and easy to use. Location of visual indicators in the display perimeter make it easy to verify settings before shooting. Understated appearance is nice. No need to have control panels on the front of a camera. A first class design. Performance of the camera itself is good. Video shot is fine for home use. It integrates easily with the HDTV setup. Better than packing around another camera when on the road. It's also unobtrusive so no one seems to mind that you are shooting pictures. Image quality is good. Image stabilization is good as well. Low light performance was a factor in selection of this model and that is also good. A superb camera that is living up to its positive reviews. |
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| "Just ordered, but feeling good" | 2009-09-15 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2JS4I8ZXD7QHM |
Well I have read every review here. Let me begin by saying that once this camera arrives in a few days, I will put it through some testing and update this review. Since I had to choose how many stars to give it now, I gave it 5 and the benefit of the doubt since I am willing to live with the negative points that other reviewers have pointed out such as the lens cap issue, the viewfinder and so on. I ordered it anyway, already resigned to the idea that these problems are real and are downsides.
I consider myself a capable amateur photographer from both a technical and creative perspective. I do not earn my living with photography, but could certainly make some spare change with my skills if needed. I currently use a Canon DSLR (50D) and have an investment of well over $20K in lenses, studio flash equipment and other stuff.
Before I got into the Prosumer DSLR's, as a kid I had a few Minolta 35mm camera's and eventually moved towards digital P&S before DSLR's hit the scene. I've had 1 Canon, 2 Sony Cybershots, 1 Olympus and an HP. As one other reviewer pointed out, to get a picture in the moment with my high end gear, it takes at least 10 minutes to choose the right lens and set it up. At least 10, usually 15. All of my lenses are "L" types, very heavy glass. Long story short, I almost always miss great shots of opportunity. That is why I wanted not just a good point and shoot, but a great point and shoot. My primary motivator is the picture quality and if the D-Lux 4 delivers as everyone here says, I will have made the right choice. Stay tuned. |
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| "Very impressed" | 2009-09-08 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1O47XJNJLGBPX |
I've had the D-lux 4 since April of 09 and have been very impressed with the quality of the camera and the photos. It goes everywhere I go, in my pocket, ready to shoot.
It needs to go in for service however, I'm getting a black image in the center of some outdoor shots. I'm told it may need cleaning but I feel it maybe a sensor, as it only happens in bright sunlight. Warranty will cover it but can't bare to part for the 3 weeks. |
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| "Exceptional Camera" | 2009-08-06 |
| - Reviewed By cajunstu |
| In short, I recently sold two Leica M6's, I just couldn't deal with film anymore. This camera (see all my photo's, captioned Fricassee) is all that I will need for a long time to come. My only suggestion to Leica would be to make another D-Lux 4 with a second lens that pick's up where this lens leaves off and takes you out too telephoto shooting. That way I could own two of these beauties. |
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