Reviews for Leica V-LUX 1 Digital Camera

10.1MP, 3648x2736, 12x Opt, SD/MMC/SDHC - MPN: 18313

  • 5
  By member: Jeeps - Apr 15, 2009

Going strong and I love it!

Strengths: I agree with the comments made by most of the other users. It had a spec in the lens at one point, not sure how or why, but I was very impressed with the tech service and quick turn to clear it up.

Weakness: It's not easy to hide like many camera's today. And you do want to have a carry bag, too easy to bang it up.

I've had mind for near two years now. I have no reason to change it out for another camera. It does all I need and more. I even took some great video with it this past winter.

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  • 3
  By member: philippehiolle - Apr 6, 2008

Leica V-Lux 1

Strengths: Outstanding camera. Very easy to use even for a beginner.

Weakness: The bundled software CD delivered with the camera is very disappointing. Cheap quality strap.

This is my second Leica and I love it. The versatility of this camera is excellent. The pictures I took with this camera are outstanding. However, I have been very disappointed by the CD delivered with this camera. It is written in their marketing brochure "Extensive Software Package" and in fact it is only Photoshop elements version 4.0 and Quicktime. They should have made a small effort to deliver a more up-to-date version of the software. Furthermore, you have to download the camera manuals from the Leica web site if you want them on your computer. Finally the quality of the strap is a little bit cheap. For these reasons I will only give 3 stars, but the camera itself is 5 stars.

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  • 5
  By member: RNken - Dec 15, 2006

LEICA DOES IT AGAIN!

Strengths: Flexibility Ease-of-use Quality Workmanship Flexibility

Weakness: Fixed lens

Leica continues to produce QUALITY machines and this one is no exception. Beautiful styling, ease-of-use and the feel of sturdy workmanship is very apparent in the V-LUX 1. I bought this (my 4th Leica) as just a take everywhere camera for those spur of the moment opportunities. But, I have been very impressed by the V-LUX 1's versatility. I can set it on auto, hand it to my son and let him take pictures that he can be proud of. On the other hand, I can manually manipulate the settings and "do my own thing" with a more advanced level. I highly recommend the V-LUX 1 to anyone, novice or expert, that truly loves photography and owning QUALITY equipment.

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Reply by member: gabriel55
Jan 31, 2007

Well, "Fixed lens" means no zoom, no focus, no... anything. Associated with VERY POORLY QUALITY, specific for very cheap cameras. This is not the case (aka poor quality). The right "word" would be "No(n) inter-changeable lenses".

I like it very much, and I hope it will be my next camera (well, when I'll have the money...).

10 Mpixels (even too much), 12x optical zoom (wow...), MMC/SD/SDHC (!) memory, RAW, Manual Focus, Manual Exposure, Multiple Exposure (!), 3200 ASA (!), 3fps... over all automations... what do you want more?

Weaknesses: maybe the AA battery support, but a spare Lithium Ion battery should be OK!

GiM

Reply by member: GaryNeal714
1 year ago

I too am a huge Leica fan. They make quality cameras with fantastic camera accessories to help supplement a beautiful machine.

  • 3.1
  productwiki.com - Nov 17, 2011

Leica V-LUX 1

The Leica V-LUX 1 is a high performace digital camera offered by Leica and the first in Leicas V-LUX line. It comes equipped with a 12x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization to give blur free shots even when zooming on subjects in the distance. It is capable of up close macro shooting, wide angle views and super tele nature photos without needing to change the lens. It has a fast and...

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  • 3.0
  reviewgist.com - Dec 15, 2009

ReviewGist for Leica V-LUX 1 Digital Camera

Image is Good according to 6 Digital Camera experts. -- "very pleasing images"-reviews.cnet.com -- "shooters who have more experience behind their belt will value the image quality"-conita.com -- "We were pleased with images from the Leica V-Lux 1"-reviews.cnet.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Video, Optics, Interface, Battery, etc.

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  • 3.9
  TopTenREVIEWS.com - Jul 16, 2008

Leica V-LUX 1

Leica V-LUX 1 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 3.1 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #48 standard digital camera of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a product's...

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  • 3.7
  testseek.com - May 19, 2008

Leica V-Lux 1

TestSeek.com has collected 9 expert reviews for Leica V-Lux 1 and the average expert rating is 74 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use TestSeek.com to find all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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