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LEICA D-LUX 2

The compact digital for mega pictures

The high-quality lens 

LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 6.3–25.2 mm f /2.8–4.9 ASPH.

 

with 4 x optical zoom is composed of lens elements made of complex optical glass 

and it features an ideal range of focal lengths that extends from 28 to 112 mm 

(35 mm equivalent). That enables you to cover practically everything from the wide-

angle to the telephoto range. The legendary Le ica image quality is enhanced even 

further with the 

optical image stabilizer

 (O.I.S.) that effectively compensates for 

camera shake to ensure razor-sharp pictures at all times, even in the telephoto range,

in low light conditions and when you take quick snapshots. And there is a choice 

of

 three picture formats :

 16:9 (8 MP) ; 3:2 (7 MP) ; 4:3 (6 MP) – of which the 16:9 

format is HDTV-ready for viewing. The 

large 2.5-inch display

 with 207,000 pixels 

renders a brilliant image for sure evaluation of your composition and reproduction. 

The 

option of manually setting the aperture and the shutter speed

 gives you creative 

freedom. However, optimal images are also quick and easy with the 

scene programs 

and automatic controls.

 Select from as many as 14 scene modes. The new Digital 

Adapter 2 makes the camera ready for 

digiscoping

 – fantastic nature photographs 

through a spotting scope.   

You see the world in your own unique way. Show it with a Leica !

Those who take pictures discover new perceptions of the world and the times, 

of the unfamiliar as well as the familiar. For this desire to look at the world and 

to show it to others, the LEICA D-LUX 2 camera is the perfect tool. In the midst 

of a bustling crowd or from far away, in the noonday sun or under a full moon, 

in a calm demeanor or in great haste – the LEICA D-LUX 2 renders pictures with 

unparalleled brilliance. In three different formats. This digital camera, with its 

optics, its image stabilizer and 8.4 megapixels, meets the highest standards of 

the renowned Leica brand. Its stylish aluminum body makes the photographer 

look good on all occasions. And the high-quality Crumpler

®

 cases make it even 

more fun to take along. When are you going to take the LEICA D-LUX 2 into your 

world ?

 

              

 

 

 

     

Camera

Image type and format

Resolution

Video sequences

Data recording

Storage media

Sensitivity setting

White balance

Lens

Blende

Digital zoom

Optical Image Stabilizer

Focusing range

Focusing Methods

Exposure

Shutter speed range

LEICA D - LUX 2 

1:1.65" CCD sensor with 8.6 megapixels and 8.4 effective megapixels in the 16:9 format.

In 16:9 format

  3840 x 2160,  3072 x1728,  1920 x1080  (HDTV  standard)  pixels.

In 3:2 Leica format

 3248 x 2160, 2560 x1712, or 2048 x1360 pixels.

In 4:3 format

  2880 x 2160,  2304 x1728,  2048 x1536, 1600 x1200,  or 1280 x 960  pixels.

In 16:9  format

  848 x 480  pixels  ; 

In 4:3 format

 640 x 480 pixels, or still 

in 4:3 format

 select 320 x 240 pixels at 

either 30 fps or 10 fps (frames per second). Video length is only limited by storage card capacity. Video recorded with sound.

File formats : 

Still pictures

 RAW, TIFF, JPEG (Fine/Standard) ; 

Video

 QuickTime Motion JPEG.

SD Memory Card and MultiMedia Card (64 MB SD Card supplied with camera).

Automatic or manual : ISO 80, 100, 200, or 400.

Choice of: automatic for daylight, overcast sky, halogen light ; 2 manual settings. Fine calibration of the white balance 
from –1500 to +1500K in 150K steps (not available in automatic mode).

LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 6.3–25.2 mm f/2.8–4.9 ASPH. zoom lens (35 mm equivalent is 28–112 mm), 4 x optical zoom.
Zoom via a handy rocker switch.

2,8–8,0 (WW) 4,9–8,0 (Tele) 

4 x

2 operating modes : available for exposure only, or for exposure and monitor.

Normal mode : 50 cm (19 

3

4

") to infinity for wide-angle ; 120 cm (47") to infinity for telephoto. 

Macro mode : 5 cm (2") to infinity for wide-angle and 30 cm (12") to infinity for telephoto.

Autofocus (entire focusing range and macro), or manual with joystick ; the setting can be stored. 

Autofocus fields

 Choice of : 9 fields (full image area), faster autofocus with 3 fields across the center or with 

1 central field, 1 field or spot. 

Focusing range

 Normal mode : 50 cm (19 3⁄4") to infinity for wide-angle and 120 cm (47") 

to infinity for telephoto ; Macro mode : 5 cm (2") to infinity for wide-angle and 30 cm (12") to infinity for telephoto.

Exposure modes

 Programmed automatic, shutter-speed priority, aperture priority, and manual. 

Exposure metering

 Multi-field metering, center-weighted integral metering, spot metering ; settings can be stored. 

Exposure bracketing

 +/- 2 EV in 

1

/

3

 EV steps.

Full automatic mode 1/4 –1/2000 sec; in program mode: 1–1/2000 sec ; in shutter speed and aperture 
priority modes : 8–1/2000 sec ; manual settings : 60–1/2000 sec.

 

  

 

Flash

Scene programs

  

Toning effects

Monitor

Selftimer

Connectors

Image parameters

Printer compatibility

Power supply

Dimensions  (W x H x D)

Weight

Scope of delivery

Accessories 

Crumpler® Case

Direct mains connector

Lithium-Ion Battery

Digital Adapter 2 

(Digiscoping)      

Flash exposure modes 

Automatically activated flash with or without pre-flash (to prevent red-eye) ; manual fill-in flash with or 

without pre-flash ; SLOW for longer exposure times (with pre-flash) ; flash off. 

Flash range 

(ISO set at Auto) 0.6–4.1 m 

(2–13 

1

/

2

 ft)

 

for wide-angle, and 0.3–2.3 m (1–7 

1

/

2

 ft) for telephoto. 

Flash exposure bracketing

 ±2 EV in 

1

/

3

 EV steps.

Portrait, sport, night-time landscape, night-time portrait, fireworks, party, snow, self-portrait, food, baby, soft-focus for skin, 
candlelight, starry sky, landscape.

Bluish, reddish, black and white or sepia.

2.5" TFT color display with 207,000 pixels.

With 2 or 10 second time delay.  

USB 2.0, DC IN (power supply), and AV OUT.

Adjustable parameters : Contrast, color saturation, sharpness, and noise suppression.

PictBridge, DPOF

Lithium-Ion battery, 3.7 V, 1150 mAH, or optional direct mains connector.

105.7 x 58.3 x 25.6 mm  (4  5/32" x 2  9/32" x1")

185 grams (6

 

1

/

2

 

ounces) without- or 220 grams (7

 

3

/

4

 

ounces) with battery, storage card and lens cap.

Camera with lens cap and carrying strap, 64 MB SD-Card, battery charger, Lithium-Ion battery, AV cable, USB cable, complete 
software package (Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0 including Leica RAW Plug-in, Quicktime Movie Player, USB driver). 

Padded case to hold camera, SD Card and extra battery. Red 

Order No. 18 647

, Anthracite 

Order No. 18 639

ACA-DC4 with mains cable

LEICA BP-DC4 (replacement)

Digital Adapter 2 for LEICA TELEVID 

Order No. 42 303

Technical Data  

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