Son of M8.
Saturday, 25 April 2009
Leica D-Lux 4 is an amazing camera.
This 10.1MP camera supports a larger than normal CCD sensor for unbelievably crisp pictures and takes them in 16:9, 3:2 or 4:3 RAW and JPEG formats.
The super-fast f2.0 Leica lens swallows all light available like a black hole, so you can take pictures in dark dark situations and the 24mm ultra wide lens makes up for its limited 2.5 x zoom capabilities.
The camera is fully automatic with face recognition but also fully manual, where everything from the iso, focus, aperture and shutter speeds can be set independently.
The rugged body is tough and well balanced, feeling perfect in the hand.
The camera also records video in 720p HD at 25fps.
Shop around as some dealers are offering a beautiful free brown leather case adding a rich, retro feel to this already stylish camera.
The main thing about the camera is the photo quality. It produces shots with amazing clarity and luminosity, this is partly due to the sensor and the amazing lens, but also testament to the image processing, Leica have set their own curves to produce that “Leica” feel. Something stands out in its pictures, something special.
This camera gives any photographer confidence, confidence that they will capture a scene with amazing detail but also confidence that the camera will work with them, making the photographer more likely to take creative risks.
The camera is known as the son of the M8. I can see why, and since the M8 will set you back a cool £3500, the £500 price tag of the D-Lux 4 is worth every penny.
