Leica Camera presents the Leica V-Lux 4, a digital compact camera that unites a high-performance lens, outstanding imaging quality and superior speed in a compact format. With its wide range of video functions and an impressive list of features, as well as its enormous versatility and very low weight, the new model is an serious alternative to comparable SLR systems. The V-Lux 4 is ideal for shooting landscapes, architecture, sport, travel, portraits or wildlife. Leica V-Lux 4 is the successor of V-Lux 3.
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Leica V-Lux 4 Price
The price for Leica V-Lux 4 is $899.00.
Where to Buy Leica V-Lux 4
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Leica V-Lux 4 Specifications
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| Body type | SLR-like (bridge) | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | |
| Other resolutions | 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1600 x 904, 1504 x 1504 | |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | |
| Effective pixels | 12.1 megapixels | |
| Sensor photo detectors | 12.8 megapixels | |
| Sensor size | 1/2.33″ (6.08 x 4.56 mm) | |
| Sensor type | CMOS | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, (6400 with boost) | |
| White balance presets | 5 | |
| Custom white balance | Yes (2) | |
| Image stabilization | Optical | |
| Image stabilization notes | Power O.I.S. | |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Standard | |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Focal length (equiv.) | 25 – 600 mm | |
| Optical zoom | 24× | |
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| Digital zoom | Yes (4x) | |
| Manual focus | Yes | |
| Normal focus range | 30 cm (11.81″) | |
| Macro focus range | 1 cm (.39″) | |
| Number of focus points | 23 | |
| Lens mount | None | |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | |
| Screen size | 3″ | |
| Screen dots | 460,000 | |
| Touch screen | No | |
| Screen type | Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display | |
| Live view | Yes | |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 % | |
| Photography features | ||
| Maximum aperture | F2.8 | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 sec | |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec | |
| Aperture priority | Yes | |
| Shutter priority | Yes | |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Subject / scene modes | Yes | |
| Built-in flash | Yes (Pop-up) | |
| Flash range | 13.5 m | |
| External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe) | |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | |
| Continuous drive | Yes (12,5.5,2 fps) | |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | |
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| Exposure compensation | ±3 EV (at 1/3 EV steps) | |
| AE Bracketing | (3 frames ) | |
| WB Bracketing | Yes (3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis) | |
| Videography features | ||
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| Microphone | Stereo | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | |
| Videography notes | 1920 x 1080 pixels, 60p, 50p (PSH: 28Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 60, 50fps) ; 1920 x 1080 pixels, 60i, 50i (FSH: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 60, 50fps) 1280 x 720 pixels, 60p, 50p (SH: 17Mbps / AVCHD) (Sensor Output is 60, 50fps); 1920 x 1080 pixels, 25 fps (FHD: 20Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 25fps) 1280 x 720 pixels, 30, 25 fps (HD: 10Mbps / MP4) (Sensor Output is 30, 25fps) | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | |
| Storage included | 70 MB internal | |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | |
| HDMI | Yes (mini ) | |
| Wireless | None | |
| Remote control | Yes (Optional) | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | No | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery & charger | |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 540 | |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) | |
| Other features | ||
| Orientation sensor | Yes | |
| Timelapse recording | No | |
| GPS | None | |
Leica V-Lux 4 Release Date
The Leica V-Lux 4 now available since November, 2012.