Leica D-Lux 6 captures brilliant photos
The newly designed, extremely fast Leica DC-Vario-Summilux 4.7-17.7 mm f/1.4-2.3 ASPH. sets a new milestone in compact cameras with outstanding speed throughout its entire range of focal lengths from 24 to 90 mm (35 mm equivalent). The combination of this lens with the new 1.7" CMOS image sensor enables the Leica D-Lux 6 to create absolutely brilliant, high-contrast photos with even greater depth of field, more precise details and more natural colour rendition - everything the user expects from a Leica camera. Whether for portraits, landscapes, architectural and macro photography or the typical Leica wide-angle photo-reportage style - the new Leica D-Lux 6 is the perfect camera for capturing brilliant photos.
Get creative with the Leica D-Lux 6
Shooting with a Leica camera means one thing in particular: the sheer joy of photography. And that is precisely what the Leica D-Lux 6 is offering by the intuitive handling and clearly laid out functions. A click wheel on the Leica D-Lux 6 lets users quickly and easily select the distance, shutter speed and exposure corrections. The new aperture setting feature on the lens barrel enables even more direct control, as is the case with the new second dial: this enables manual focusing and the addition of an ND filter, for example, to allow slower shutter speeds for intentional motion blur even in intense light. In addition, the Leica D-Lux 6 features a smart snapshot mode and programme AE are ideal for spontaneous shots and are a valuable aid for less experienced photographers.
Elegant Leica D-Lux 6 body
Just like its predecessors, the new Leica D-Lux 6 digital compact camera combines classic elegance with premium materials. Finished completely in black, only a few chromed elements set discreet counterpoints and refine the clarity of its design. A true Leica - at first sight. However, its premium-quality character is not defined by design alone. Its silky-smooth, black anodised exterior encases a rugged and compact metal body which ensures both robustness and excellent grip.
Leica D-Lux 6 accessories
For even more photographic freedom, the compact Leica D-Lux 6 can be complemented with an extensive range of accessories. The new electronic high-resolution viewfinder (1.4 megapixel), the detachable flash unit perfectly matched to D-Lux cameras, the handgrip and other useful accessories transform the Leica D-Lux 6 into a camera with system character - for enhanced performance, greater creative latitude and even more of the unique pleasure of photography.
Leica D-Lux 6 price & availability
The Leica D-Lux 6 price is set at €700 EUR / $900 USD / £600 GBP, the camera is expected to become available in November 2012. The Leica D-Lux 6 comes bundled with Adobe Lightroom 4 photo editing software. To learn more about the technical specifications download the Leica D-Lux 6 data sheet.
 Leica D-Lux 6 compact camera |
Leica D-Lux 6 digital camera : The Leica D-Lux 6 perfectly represents pre-eminent Leica quality in a compact camera format. Its outstanding lens and the versatile capabilities for creative photography make it the perfect camera for capturing inspiring moments - in the typically brilliant image quality you expect from Leica. The Leica D-Lux 6 incorporates a new and extremely fast lens making it an particularly suitable camera for available-light photography and creative experimentation with planes of focus and depth of field. The Full-HD video recording capability of the Leica D-Lux 6 and numerous manual setting options can also offer even more creative freedom. Available from November 2012, the Leica D-Lux 6 price is set at €700 EUR / $900 USD / £600 GBP.
