Customer Reviews:
Leica Digilux 3, Digital SLR.......2007-09-11
First off, I am a semi-pro/amatuer shooting photos for over 50 years now, since childhood (Brownie camera days), and have sold some photos. This is a very rewarding hobby for me and I get much pleasure from good, different photos. Especially after performing my job function as a CFO.
I sent the Leica Digilux 3 back to Amazon because of missing parts. I did however get to examine the camera and my conclusion is that while the lens is superb as all Leica Lens are, the camera body had a cheap plastic feel. My suggestion for anyone really desiring this camera is to buy the Panasonic model which comes with the same Leica lens and a metal body (actually just about the same camera) for 1/2 the price. I owned a Panasonic digital 5megapixal with a Leica Lens on it and the camera worked beautifully for up to 8x10 photos. But I need more megapixels in order to blow up some photos much larger.
After sending this camera back I went back to the drawing board and began researching all over again for a digital SLR. Reviewing Popular Photography Magazine and JD Powers for the best Digital SLR Cameras I discovered that the Nikon D300 to be released in Nov. 2007 is the top rated new camera along with a Canon model, last year JD Powers rated the Nikon D200 as top rated, the D300 is much more advanced. Since I already have many Nikon Lens which are fully usable with the new Nikon D300 I decided to wait until January of 08' to get one of the Nikon's D300 and purchase a Nikon 17-55mm (25-85mm in 35mm terms)Lens. The cost will be just about what the Leica Digilux 3 is. However, the Nikon has 12 megapixels, a titanium Nikon body, and the lens is also metal and not plastic. Nikon just makes very good cameras and Lens, no doubt about it. My Nikon 35mm F4s is over 15 years old and still going strong, that is one camera I will never part with. I do have a contax G2 also which is also very good but has been discontinued in total by whoever bought Contax years (Yashica?) ago and let go of the whole Contax line, big mistake since their rangefinder G2 was every bit as good as the similiar but 4x more expensive (not to mention the 7x more expensive Lens) Leica M models and Lens. I used this camera mostly for travel since it was also titanium but very light compared to my F4s. Anyway I digress, for those of you who can afford the Leica Digilux 3 I recommend waiting for the Nikon D300, if you have unlimited Funds to spend, the Nikon D3 will also be available at the same time for about $5,000 - body only. Albeit, the D300 does just about everything the D3 will do short just a few bells and whistles. If you decide to buy the Nikon D300 buy the body only, do not buy it with the kit lens since this is a very slow and plastic lens, opt for the faster Nikon 17-55mm lens which has a constant aperature rating of 2.8 which is a very fast lens especially in low light without flash and is metal and well constructed with ED and Asperical lens elements.
Hope this has helped you in deciding which camera to buy.
Leica retro camera with 21st Century electronics........2007-08-13
First things first, Leica and Panasonic have been a team in the digital camera world in terms of Leica lens know-how coupled with Panasonic technology (just like Carl Zeiss lens is with Sony as well as Schneider Optics is with Samsung). Take note I said Leica lens "know-how" because Leica is not really the lens manufacturer here, but Panasonic is - being a licensed manufacturer of Leica lens. So to Leica purists, this isn't a Leica-assembled product. Despite all this, it's still sold exclusively by Leica and manufactured by Panasonic for a limited batch run alongside the sister model of Panasonic, the DMC-L1. Everything about how the Digilux 3 and DMC-L1 operate and function are the same EXCEPT for a few minor adjustments. The most talked about and only difference is how it processes JPG pictures.
Most notable option:
- If you're going to shoot using RAW in order to tweak your own photos, then buying the Panasonic won't make a difference with the more expensive counterpart. Panasonic will save you a lot of money and help you get more accessories with it.
- If you grew up with the Leica brand and are familiar with the characteristics of how Leica photographs come out, Leica has especially tweaked the JPG (not RAW, for obvious reasons being RAW) photos to look the same way analog Leica photographs come out looking.
Of course it's not all that simple. Without going into a debate as to why buy Leica over Panasonic and vice-versa, I'll talk about the general controls.
MEMORY CARD:
The camera uses SD or MMC cards. It will take SDHC cards which come with minimum 4GB. As for MMC cards, they are slow and I would suggest not even thinking of using it.
The supplied 1GB memory should be enough for one day of fun. But a 4GB SDHC or higher is recommended when shooting RAW.
BATTERY:
Good for 450 pictures per CIPA standards.
LENS:
The supplied 14-50mm lens is what makes this camera purchase worthwhile. It's very sharp and beats any 7-8MP digital SLR cameras out there as well is arguably at par with 10MP digital SLR cameras.
It patronizes the "Fourt Thirds Mount" set by Olympus. So camera and body built on this standard make them interchangeable.
- It has a zoom ring, an aperture ring and a focus ring in a grooved rubber application.
- O.I.S. - Optical Image Stabilization to help decrease blur when doing handheld shots with a slower shutter speed.
BODY:
All the necessary settings a pro may need is right there by their finger tips and individually labeled - aperture, shutter, metering mode, multiple shots, auto/manual focus, flash mode, ISO speed and white balance. Plus there are two more programmable buttons for quick access to special camera features.
INTERNALS:
- LiveMOS technology is the reason to get this camera from other cameras. They say it has the best of both worlds for the quality of the CCD, but with the power-saving of a CMOS.
- Dust Reduction Function - a staple in higher end SLR cameras to shake off any dust sitting on the image sensor and useful when changing lens.
- Live View mode which effectively helps you focus in real-time the subject via the LCD monitor rather than the viewfinder. A good idea on paper, but with an actual clunky application.
WARRANTY:
For the first six months your camera and lens (not accessories) is protected by accident. If something happens to it for any reason no questions asked, they will repair or replace it.
After the six months accident protection, you are warranted for three years from any defect of the camera. No one can claim the same. Not even it's sister model, the Panasonic DMC-L1.
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PROS:
1. Leica lens quality and sharpness.
2. LiveMOS sensor.
3. Manual controls right there by your fingertips.
4. Leica build quality and retro design that makes it a stand out.
5. Four Thirds Mount that will help you build your lens library.
6. Manual flash button rather than automatic pop up.
CONS:
1. Boxy, clunky body that may turn off a lot of users.
2. Weight coupled with the boxy body will cause more stress in gripping the camera.
3. LiveView mode definitely is version 1.0.
4. O.I.S. is definitely not perfect. It helps, but it doesn't lead you to believe that you can take better pictures with less blur. An expensive technique rather than building the image stabilization into the body.
5. Manual focus ring is typical of any digital SLR lens. It just turns around and around without telling you have reached the end.
6. Expensive camera slapped on with a red Leica logo, but actually produced in a Panasonic plant alongside a sister camera that depreciates almost monthly.
7. The strap placement may be an issue with hand placement.
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In summary, this is first and foremost for Leica customers who know and appreciate the quality that Leica brings. The warranty is second to none. They will stand behind this 100%.
The design is extreme. If you don't fall in love with it, you are better off looking elsewhere. But if you spend a day with it, you will know why they have designed it that way. The controls are very intuitive.
If you have the money to splurge. Offer no apologies to anyone as they can only salivate to patronize a Leica. If you are the sensible kind, you know where to go as this isn't for the faint of heart in the ever-changing, fast depreciating digital world of electronics and gadgets.
The definition of a quality digital SLR - built & lens - A1.......2007-05-25
German Design/engineering & Japanese Manufacturing what more could you ask for? Totally different photographic experience,especially tactile experience (aperature ring on lens). The camera has a solid built & mechanics/switches not like these other plastic cameras. Lens is a solid perfomer (no distortions) and plenty of detail captured and no visible noise up to ISO 400. ISO 800 also usable. Flash very good for close shots and mid-range otherwise recommend Olympus FL-50 flash (over expensive Pana-flash FL500). I have never taken so many photos previously - initially noticed weight and size but not any more - feels good in the hands - hey I am really proud of this little marvel.If you know about photography then you know that most people will not need more than 7.5MP (ignore pixel race and consider print sizes needed). I highly recommend this camera. Quality, fast, feels good, easy to use and great quality pics. I prefer the Leica over Pana model extra Leica warranty is worth the difference (warranties always cost, peace of mind), better software & support service plus I think better looking too. Sorry have to run to take some more photos.....
Fabulous classical camera.......2007-01-17
Leica has again proved that their long history in making fine cameras gives them an advantage. Perfect photos worthy the name Leica, very good handling (lika a good old analog camera), well thought-trough features. The anti-shake mechanism gives astonishing good results (my first camera with that feature, I am surprised it really works).
A little bit on the heavy side, but on the other hand its real metal not plastic.
Only for diehard Leica-brand fans.......2006-12-29
After using & loving my Leica Digilux 1 for years, the Digilux 3 seemed like the perfect step-up to the DSLR world. The lens is fantastic & has been winning rave reviews, & I'm a big fan of the camera's analog controls & the retro body styling. After a week of using the Digilux 3 extensively while travelling, I'm extremely happy with my choice; the image stabilization, the bounce flash, the aperture ring on the lens, & the Live Preview LCD are all excellent features. But buyer beware: There's basically no way to justify getting the D3 over its Panasonic twin, the DMC-L1, which Costco was selling for literally half the price of the D3 during this X-Mas holiday. Despite the excellent lens, the L1 is about the right price for this camera, which makes the D3 a plain rip-off; almost any camera pro would tell you your money would be better spent on a Nikon D200 or Canon 30D, w/ hundreds to spare on lenses. Despite this, I've managed to justify the extra cost of the D3 on strictly emotional/nostalgic terms - for everything that the Leica brand evokes & for how aesthetically pleasing the D3 is. But I'll be the first to admit that these aren't very compelling reasons, & would point most other buyers to the L1 instead.
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Leica DIGILUX 3 7.5MP Digital SLR Camera with D 14-50mm f/2.8-3.5 ASPH Lens + 2GB SD Memory Card & 3pc Filter Kit
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- Leica DIGILUX 3 7.5MP Digital SLR Camera (Includes manufacturer's supplied accessories)
- Leica D 14-50mm f/2.8-3.5 ASPH Lens with Optical Image Stabilization
- 2 Gigagbyte Secure Digital Memory Card
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- BONUS!! Free 25 Quality Prints (Promo code# on invoice)
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The Leica D system gives ambitious amateurs and professional photographers a whole new range of possibilities. The Leica Digilux3 is the first Digilux camera with an interchangeable lens and therefore forms the basis for the Leica D system, a completely independent digital SLR system. The clear design of the camera housing and the operating concept of the Digilux are in keeping with the best Leica tradition. The shutter speed, focal length, aperture and focus can be set by hand on the camera and the lens--a fast, precise and creative solution in comparison with conventional SLR cameras. The interplay of Leica's legendary performance and the latest technology is almost revolutionary: the newly designed lens Leica D Vario-Elmarit f2.8-3.5/14-50 Asph combined with state-of-the-art optical image stabilization and a 7.5-megapixel LiveMos sensor result in a magnificent standard of imaging. High-quality materials and precision craftsmanship ensure that the Leica Digilux3 will work reliably for many years, even under the tough conditions of reportage photography. The Leica D system is a valuable companion made to last. + 2 Gigagbyte Secure Digital Memory Card for hundreds of image space. + All the necessary must-have lens filters in one convenient and affordable package. UV filter: To protect eyes and equipment from dangerous ultra-violet rays. Sharpens contrast. Performs as overall protection against dust, elements, scratching and impact that otherwise would land first on a far more valuable lens. Polarizing filter: Reduces amount of light entering camera. Cuts glare. Allows shooting through glass or around water. Eliminates overexposure when aperture cannot be stopped down further. FD filter: Corrects color when shooting under fluorescent lighting, avoiding greenish effect. Gives natural color to your images. BONUS!! Free 25 Quality Prints (Promo code# on invoice)
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Leica C-LUX 2 7.2 MP Digital Camera (Silver) + 1 GB Accessory Kit
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- Leica C-LUX 2 7.2 MP Digital Camera with 3.6x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
- 1 Gigabyte Secure Digital Memory Card - - 3 Year Extended Warranty
- Protective Digital Camera Carrying Case - Memory Card Wallet
- Cleaning and Care Kit - Flexible Mini Tripod
- BONUS!! Free 25 Quality Prints (Promo code # on invoice)
ASIN: B000QFQ47C |
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If you value style but not weight when you're out looking for great images, consider the ultra-compact Leica C-LUX 2. Sporting a classic black metal body and measuring just 3.5 x 2 x .9 inches, it fits into even the smallest pocket. (The Leica C-LUX 2 is also available in silver.) The elegant exterior design is unmistakably Leica and is matched by an immaculate standard of optics and digital technology inside. The high-speed wide-angle 28mm zoom lens takes stunning, space-grabbing shots. The optical image stabilizer and the intelligent exposure control prevent camera shake and ensure optimum definition. The 7.2-megapixel CCD sensor enables superlative prints up to poster size. The extra large 2.5-inch display, the image stabilization, and short shutter delay of the Leica C-LUX 2 all guarantee carefree photography with high-quality results. Fast, discreet snapshots captured on the fly, or picture-perfect compositions at twilight or in other tricky conditions, everything is possible with the Leica C-LUX 2. The Vario-Elmarit zoom lens retracts entirely into the camera body at the flick of the 'off' switch. Whether you're a partygoer, beachcomber, city stroller, or nature lover, the Leica C-LUX 2 is always a dependable companion--any time, any place, you'll never miss another photo op. +PLUS+ 1 GB ACCESSORY KIT: 1 GB Secure Digital Memory Card - Protective Digital Camera Carrying Case - Memory Card Wallet - Cleaning and Care Kit - Flexible Mini Tripod - BONUS!! Free 25 Quality Prints (Promo code # on invoice)
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Digilux 1 & 2 Battery
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Leica 77E Circular Polarizer Glass Filter for Digilux 2 (13336)
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Leica creates precision optical products for work and leisure. The superlative photographic results brought about by the precision optics and mechanics, the brilliant image in the slide projection, or in nature as observed through binoculars or spotting scopes, all bring enjoyment to their users. A sense of achievement arises when intense involvement with the products leads users to discover and perfect new capabilities and new ways of seeing, whether in photography or - using the binoculars and scopes - in the field of sports.
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Leica Digilux 2 Battery
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- 12 Month Warranty
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7.2 Volt Li-Ion Digital Camera Battery Rectangular battery with four slit-type contacts on end.. Guaranteed to meet or exceed original specifications. 100% OEM compatible.
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Leica Digilux 2 Battery
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- Manufactured by Hi Capacity Power Products
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7.2 Volt Li-Ion Digital Camera Battery Rectangular battery with four slit-type contacts on end. Our products are guaranteed to meet or exceed original OEM specifications.
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- SD compatibility report
- Good Player, Ok Sound, great for beginners
- It's a fair player, not recommended
- RCA Lryra1080B nice little gadget
- This is a great item and i would recommend it to anyone
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RCA Lyra RD1080 128 MB MP3 Player
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- 128 MB of upgradeable flash memory; expandable via Multimedia cards
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This funky RCA Lyra player is all the rage among digital music enthusiasts. You won't want to be without this colorful and compact device - you won't have any reason to be since RCA made it small enough to fit in the palm of your hand (unit weighs only two ounces). The small size of this personal digital player does not minimize the power that is packed into it. RCA has packed this chic Lyra player with 128MB of memory and a digital FM tuner. If over two hours of audio enjoyment is not enough to satisfy your needs, you can use the External Scan Disc/Multimedia Card Slot for expandable memory. Awesome things come in small packages - this Lyra Player is no exception.
Customer Reviews:
SD compatibility report.......2007-02-19
Okay, so most of the information about this item's features and usability have already been covered in the existing reviews. It's a USB 1.1 device, it's not easily searchable through its primitive "back/next" interface, and so on. (Has anyone else mentioned that if your batteries die in the middle of a song, the player doesn't "save your place" in the playlist? Say you have 30 songs, you started at #5, and your batteries die during #16. When you replace the batteries and power up, you're back on #5 instead of #16.) That's the bad news - I'm here to give you the good news.
First, although early units were tied exclusively to MMJB, later firmware fixed that problem. All you have to do these days is connect the unit (which reads as a USB flash drive) and drag MP3s into it. It's slow, but it works. Just make sure you pay attention to the way you load it, as the first song loaded is the first one played.
Second, and to my very happy surprise, I've been able to use two 2GB cards in my unit (the 1080B version) - one regular SD stick and one TransFlash/microSD chip in an adapter. I have verified that the player is reading past the 1GB threshold; it will handle the full 2GB card capacity. Of course, I don't suggest using the player's USB 1.1 interface to load a card of that size; you're much better off using a USB 2.0 reader for that. Unfortunately, the device's age dictates that it is not SDHC-compliant, so 2GB is as good as it gets - but given the other features of the unit, that's plenty.
In short, I've had this for a long time and plan to have it for the foreseeable future - as long as it doesn't die on me.
Good Player, Ok Sound, great for beginners.......2006-08-16
This player has expandable memory which is great, but the problem is that it's not searchable. There is no way to find the song you want to play. Files transfer to it easily and quickly. I think I am going to upgrade to an IPod of some kind for its more advanced features.
It's a fair player, not recommended.......2005-12-06
I have had my Rca Lyra player for about a year and a half. It's a great compact little player at first, but the problem is it can barely hold 30 songs. It's durablility is also horrible. Since it is 2 AAA powered, it's battery life is only maybe 4 hours. Maybe the fourth time I was changing batteries, the back to the battery compartment broke! It was held on by a tiny flimsy plastic tip like most shotty electronics are. I droped it form 4 feet one day, and the sound broke so now i can only hear out of one earphone, no matter what quality of hearphone I use.
So:
Pros: It's compact and its Flash-Drive based
Cons: Duribility is horrible, only space for 30 songs, and low battery life.
So, now, 1 and a half years later, I'm going to stick with the Creative Labs Zen Touch.
RCA Lryra1080B nice little gadget.......2005-10-27
You don't have to use music match you can simply go to my computer and copy and past files into the icon that represents the RCA Lyra player. I had this item for a year and its very useful. I seen the ipods and all that this does the same thing they do. Basically you just go to Windows media player and rip your songs from your cd's and then you transfer them to the player. Its as simple as that. I would say this is a wise investment it will last more than a cd player will and its a great value
This is a great item and i would recommend it to anyone.......2005-06-13
I bought the player almost 2 years ago and its still working very well, im impressed with the durability because i have put it through quite a beating. The musicmatch software is easy to navigate if you know anything about computer and have any common sense, has an expandable memory which is great, can run for some time on two AAA batteries, easy to use, the radio tuner isn't the best but for its size and portability its amazing it even has one that works, and it has nice accesories that compliment it very well.. i recommend this to anyone who wants a cheap, reliable, and durable MP3 player!
sincerely,
tony
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