Digital Camera News
Leica Releases C-Lux 1
April 3, 2006 – Leica released a new compact digital camera, the Leica C-Lux 1, to begin its new line of compact models. The C-Lux looks quite similar to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01. Both digital cameras have the same Leica 3.6x optical zoom lens that has a wide 28mm focal length and an optical image stabilization system. Both have 6 megapixels on a 1/2.5-inch CCD. The camera bodies could be twins as well. The placement of the components and control buttons are the same and the LCD screens both measure 2.5 inches. The Leica C-Lux 1 does have longer battery life and a bigger SD card. It will retail for $495 in May.
"With its ultra compact dimensions of only 2 x 4 inches, the Leica C-Lux 1 easily fits into any bag or pocket and is therefore the ideal companion for everyday use, leisure pursuits, travel or any other occasion," said Marius Eschweiler, compact camera product manager at Leica, in today’s press release.
The Leica C-Lux 1 is less than in inch thick, like the FX01, and comes in black and silver colors. With its slim specs and 3.6x lens, it should be a contender in the more fashionable end of the digital camera market. The LCD screens on the two digital cameras are identical; they both include the unique Power LCD mode that offers a wider viewing angle when activated. The 2.5-inch monitors have 207,000 pixels and 100 percent field coverage. 
Like many other new camera releases this year, the Leica C-Lux 1 has an ISO 1600 setting to enhance photos in low light in the camera’s High Sensitivity mode. The camera does not have manual settings, but has 16 scene modes instead – including two Baby modes that save the exact age of two children.
Like the Panasonic Lumix FX01, the C-Lux 1 has a 16:9 shooting mode optimized for displaying slide shows on widescreen televisions. The Leica model has two differences from the Panasonic version. Its battery lasts for 320 shots instead of 230 and the included SD card is much larger. Instead of the tiny 16MB card included with the FX01, the Leica C-Lux 1 comes with a 64MB SD card.
Latest News
& Reviews
-
07-Feb-2012
Olympus OM-D E-M5 First Impressions Review
We’ve gotten our hands on Olympus’ latest bit of retro flavor, the E-M5. The camera will revive the famous OM line of interchangeable lens cameras with a digital spin. Read on for our full impressions after spending some time with this mix of old school and new. Read More...
-
07-Feb-2012
Olympus reveals two new point-and-shoot models
Olympus has announced two new fixed lens models today, the long zoom SZ-31MR iHS and the durable TOUGH TG-820 iHS. This news arrives alongside the announcement of Olympus’ impressive new E-M5 which, conveniently, we’ve already had our hands on. Read More...
Top Rated Digital Cameras
-
Digital SLRs
Point & Shoots
-
$1,049.951Canon EOS 60D
The Canon EOS 60D is a top-notch camera in terms of performance, handling and flexibility. However, the performance of the kit lens leaves something to be desired. Read full 7-part review
$1,049.95
$462.251Panasonic Lumix FZ150
Excellent image quality, speedy performance, and a great design add up to the best superzoom that has ever graced our labs. That distinction seems to change hands every week, but trust us when we say that the FZ150 is a truly great camera. Read full 16-part review
$462.25 -
$589.952Nikon D5100
The D5100 is the latest entry-level DSLR from Nikon, with full 1080/30p video, an articulated LCD, and the same image sensor as the D7000. It lacks an internal focus motor, but we found it produced some of the most accurate colors we've seen yet. Read full 7-part review
$589.95
$378.892Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
Canon's SX30 got a CMOS makeover that resulted in the SX40 HS, an impressive ultrazoom that captures beautiful shots in almost any scenario. Read full 16-part review
$378.89 -
$1,329.953Canon EOS 7D
The 18-megapixel Canon 7D delivers high resolution stills and full HD video in a well-built camera designed for serious photographers without the desire (or budget) for a full-frame model. Read full 7-part review
$1,329.95
$428.003Sony Cyber-shot HX100V
This professionally-geared ultrazoom offers some of the best color accuracy we've ever seen. It's a shame the other scores weren't quite so strong. Read full 16-part review
$428.00 -
$1,199.004Nikon D7000
The Nikon D7000 is a powerhouse camera at an excellent price. It offers a huge range of features that will make shooting quicker and easier for the experienced shooter, with lots of customizable options and quick control access. Read full 7-part review
$1,199.00
$362.594Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47
Panasonic resists the urge to cram more megapixels and more focal length into their latest ultrazoom. The FZ47 instead focuses on image quality and features, resulting in an incredibly strong camera that we loved shooting with. Read full 16-part review
$362.59 -
$699.005Sony Alpha SLT-A55V
The SLT-A55 is a well performing SLR, with a wide ISO range, good color and relatively low noise. . Read full 7-part review
$699.00
$429.005Canon PowerShot S100
Canon's PowerShot S100 improves on the popular S95 and takes its place at the top of the point-and-shoot food chain. Read full 16-part review
$429.00
Find the right digital camera for you.
