Why buy the Leica V-Lux 5 Digital Camera?
Meet the Leica V-Lux 5 Digital Camera. It features a 20MP 1-inch image sensor, giving it the stunning image quality expected from a new Leica.
It also has a Leica 25-400mm f2.8-4 DC Vario Elmarit zoom 16x zoom lens with a superb range for all kinds of photography applications.
What are the Key Features of the Leica V-Lux 5 Digital Camera?
- The Electronic Viewfinder is built in. It features a very High-res OLED display. With 0,74x and a helpful automatic eye sensor.
- Charges via USB perfect for travel, with the convenient, easy charging.
- A new 3” touchscreen display. At 1.24MP the display is stunningly clear. The tilting function makes it great for shooting at different angles.
- Shoot in RAW and JPEG The high-resolution images allows for plenty of retouching after
- WiFi and Bluetooth Connectivity wirelessly control and transfer your images using the Leica FOTOS app
- Capture 4K video and 4K photo burst shooting will allow for post focus and focus stacking opportunities.
- High-speed Autofocus and burst shooting include a post-focus feature shooting up to 10fps. The rapid AF is perfect for capturing the action.
What lens is on the Leica V-Lux 5?
The Leica V-Lux 5 is fitted with a Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 9.1–146 f/2.8–4 ASPH. This high spec zoom lens is perfect for all kinds of photographic projects and adventures.
The broad focal range of 25mm - 400mm (35mm equivalent) makes this a fittingly diverse lens for a fixed lens camera. You can play with beautiful bokeh or shoot wide-angle landscapes, to super telephoto and even macro photography. This is an excellent form for a fixed lens unit and optimises the hassle-free experience of single lens shooting.
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The lens has a high maximum Aperture from f2.8 in wide angle ranges to f4.0 when zoomed in.
This allows you to capture stunning images in poorly lit conditions. This is met with superb optical image stabilisation in the camera to deliver even sharper and easier to capture low light, tripod-free photography.
Superb quality from a 1-inch 20mp Sensor
This rendition of V-Lux comes with a generous 1-inch image sensor. With 20mp resolution, you will be able to capture rich, detailed high-quality images with this all-in-one camera. The camera has a max sensitivity at ISO 12,800. This gives a further range of scenes in which this camera will thrive.
The sensor has been calibrated and tweaked to work harmoniously with the zoom lens. This gives excellent detail, sharpness and colour through the full range.
Clear views from an OLED viewfinder
The OLED electronic viewfinder has been newly created. It will give a clear view of your image composition. This gives an easy, comfortable experience while producing stunning results. The OLED tech in the EVF provides lots of clear contrast and colour depth. An extra perk of OLED is the vastly reduced battery use. Battery consumption is also reduced by the eye sensor.
The EVF has a resolution of 2.36m with enhanced 0.74x magnification. This gives a clear view, including in bright sunlight.
The rear touchscreen display will swivel and tilt allowing full creative freedom at any angle.
Best in class, rapid autofocus
The V-Lux 5 autofocus system is one of the fastest in its class. Capture moving subjects at ease from animals to fast-moving vehicles with ease and precision. DFD (Depth from Defocus) technology makes the camera focus in a striking 0.1 secs.
A 12fps burst rate makes this a great camera for catching the action. It’s even faster in 4K burst mode. This will reach 30fps with an 8mp resolution. This allows for creative features such as post-focus and focus-stacking modes.
Stunning 30fps 4K and 60fps Full HD video
Record 4K video at 30 frames per second to capture lifelike, cinematic quality moments. The camera will also adapt for shooting at 60 fps in Full HD.
Combine this with the broad lens, tilting display and rapid AF, the V-Lux 5 is a superb camera for making movies.
What is the Leica FOTOS app?
With WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, the camera will link seamlessly to a smart device with the Leica FOTOS app installed. This allows you to easily transfer and share your photographs and videos with the world, clients, friends and family instantaneously.
FOTOS is also able to tether your smart device’s GPS system directly to the camera. This allows easy geotagging of your images, great for looking back in years to come.
Flawless German Engineering and Leica Design
Leica has always been known for combining beautiful designs with supreme engineering. This can be found in the design and build of this camera. From an intuitive interface which allows easy switch between manual and auto settings, to the high-quality construction of the lens and body.
FAQs
What battery does the Leica V-Lux 5 Digital Camera use?
The Leica V-Lux 5 Digital Camera uses the Leica Q Lithium-ion Battery BP-DC12.
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