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Leica V-LUX 1

Leica V-LUX 1 Digital Camera

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Nikon D3S Body Only Digital Camera

 
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Product Description
The all-purpose digital camera for universal use combines the Leica image quality with the convenience of an intelligent all-in-one solution. Equipped with the 12x optical zoom and the... More
The all-purpose digital camera for universal use combines the Leica image quality with the convenience of an intelligent all-in-one solution. Equipped with the 12x optical zoom and the optical image stabilization, there is hardly any photographic situation you won't be able to master with your V-Lux 1. Less
The D3S is uniquely qualified to meet the changing needs of photographers whose assignments demand 100% from them and their equipment. Uncompromising FX-format multimedia versatility and... More
The D3S is uniquely qualified to meet the changing needs of photographers whose assignments demand 100% from them and their equipment. Uncompromising FX-format multimedia versatility and engineered for demanding professional use at up to 9 fps, the D3S' rugged magnesium alloy construction, comprehensively sealed against dust and moisture, delivers on its promises of superiority. Exacting moments in time are captured to an expanded buffer, allowing continuous capture of up to 82 JPEG (fine) or 36 14-bit NEF (RAW) images. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom 4x Without Digital Zoom
HD Recording Format - 720p (HDTV)
Camera Type Standard Point and Shoot SLR/Professional
Weight 1.62 lb. 2.73 lb.
LCD Screen Size 2 in. 3 in.
Resolution 10.4 Megapixel 12.9 Megapixel
Optical Zoom 12x -
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 10.4 Megapixel 12.9 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD CMOS
Image Resolutions 2560 x 1920 • 2048 x 1536 • 2048 x 1360 • 1600 x 1200 • 1920 x 1080 • 3648 x 2736 • 3072 x 1728 • 2560 x 1712 • 3600 x 2400 • 3248 x 2160 • 3584 x 2016 1776 x 1184 • 3552 x 2368 • 4256 x 2832 • 3184 x 2120 • 2128 x 1416 • 2784 x 1848 • 2080 x 1384 • 1392 x 920
Video   
Video Resolutions 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA) • 848 x 480 1280 x 720 • 320 x 216 • 640 x 424
Video Format QuickTime • Motion JPEG AVI • Motion JPEG • HD (High Definition)
Video Speed - 24 fps
Lens   
Focus Type Autofocus & Manual Focus -
Interchangeable Lens - Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom 12x -
Focal Length 7.4 - 88.8 mm -
Macro Focus Range 1.97 in. to Infinity (w) / 11.81 in. to Infinity (t) -
35mm Zoom Lens 35 - 420 mm -
Focus Range 19.68 in. to Infinity (w) / 78.74 in. to Infinity (t) -
Exposure Control   
Aperture Range f11 (t) - f2.8/f3.7 (w/t) -
Shutter Speed 1 - 1/2000 sec 30 - 1/8000 sec
Frames Per Second - 9 Frames
White Balance Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Halogen (Preset) • Flash (Preset) Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Sunset (Preset) • Flash (Preset) • Colour Temperature Adjust
Flash   
Flash Functions Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync • Manual Front Sync Flash • Rear Sync Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Flash Type Built-In & External External
ISO Speeds Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 3200 Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 12800 • 25600
Storage   
Compression Type JPEG • Raw Image • DPOF JPEG • Raw Image • DPOF 1.1 • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
Memory Type Multimedia Card • SD Card CompactFlash Card Type I • CompactFlash Card Type II • IBM Microdrive
Compression Modes Fine • Uncompressed Normal • Uncompressed • Basic
Included Features   
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 10 Sec. 2 Sec. • 5 Sec. • 10 Sec. • 20 Sec.
Tripod Mount - With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position With LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Digital Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen Resolution 207,000 pixels 921,000 pixels
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out Video Out
Interface Type USB 2.0 USB 2.0 • HDMI
Power Supply   
Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life - 4,700 Images
Dimensions   
Weight 1.62 lb. 2.73 lb.
Depth 5.6 in. 3.4 in.
Height 3.3 in. 6.2 in.
Width 5.5 in. 6.3 in.
Miscellaneous   
UPC 799429183912 0018208913558
Product ID 37968158 90831632
Included Accessories - Software • USB Cable • Driver • Battery Charger • Strap • AV Cable • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
Release Date - 2009
Family Line - Nikon D
Product MPN   
MPN 18313 1647767
 
Consumer Reviews
Leica V-LUX 1
Leica V-LUX 1 Digital Camera
From $449.00
Nikon D3S Body only
Nikon D3S Body Only Digital Camera
From $5,196.95
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Consumer Reviews

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Nikon D3S: Spectacular for those who need its power

bydaviddennis May 6, 2012
17 Helpfuls 18 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Takes beautiful images; fast and powerful; rugged and durable
Cons Big, heavy and more expensive than many used cars
Recommended it? Yes

It surprised me that nobody has written a good review of this camera, and it's a bit late since it's already replaced by the D4. Still, there are a few D3Ss left on camera store shelves, and in view of the horribly bad availability of the D4, you might still be tempted to buy one. Should you?
... Read full review »

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Great camera!!

byderekhcchoy Sep 29, 2009
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Fast AF, great sensor in high-ISO situations, solid body build, compatible with new/old...
Cons Nothing really
Recommended it? Yes

If you're a professional looking for a reliable and high-performance workhorse, I highly recommend this camera.

The camera is solid, it has great features that you find useful in your day-to-day sessions and it's very reliable. Read full review »

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