leica dream Posted December 8, 2014 Share #1 Posted December 8, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have been increasingly impressed by what I see and read about D-Lux so I am considering change. Currently I have a V-LUX1 which I love and takes cracking pictures with the very versatile lens, but my needs are changing with age so I find the V-LUX quite bulky to carry around. The D-LUX would be much more manageable and convenient. I am confused about D-LUX specification. The main spec pages on the Leica site show an integrated EVF but other general sites indicate that one needs to purchase an additional EVF to fit the hotshoe. Integrated EVF is an absolute requirement for me because I believe it helps eliminate camera shake. I now see different "types" of D-LUX 6, 109 and so on. The cameras are not cheap but I do enjoy the Leica quality as a casual user. Is it just a case of getting to a dealer and talking, or are there some other factors I should know so I can hold a reasoned conversation? Hopefully I shall be able to p/e my 7 year old V-LUX at a Leica dealer so not sure about the best route for that (I do have the original receipt etc) so would really welcome any advice about either the camera, or alternative change options. Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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C Lei Lux Posted December 8, 2014 Share #2 Posted December 8, 2014 I have been increasingly impressed by what I see and read about D-Lux so I am considering change. Currently I have a V-LUX1 which I love and takes cracking pictures with the very versatile lens, but my needs are changing with age so I find the V-LUX quite bulky to carry around. The D-LUX would be much more manageable and convenient.I am confused about D-LUX specification. The main spec pages on the Leica site show an integrated EVF but other general sites indicate that one needs to purchase an additional EVF to fit the hotshoe. Integrated EVF is an absolute requirement for me because I believe it helps eliminate camera shake. I now see different "types" of D-LUX 6, 109 and so on. The cameras are not cheap but I do enjoy the Leica quality as a casual user. Is it just a case of getting to a dealer and talking, or are there some other factors I should know so I can hold a reasoned conversation? Hopefully I shall be able to p/e my 7 year old V-LUX at a Leica dealer so not sure about the best route for that (I do have the original receipt etc) so would really welcome any advice about either the camera, or alternative change options. Richard hi Richard, the new D-Lux Type 109 have an integrated EVF. The D-Lux 5 and 6 an additional EVF pack it in the hotshoe. I used the 5 and 6 and now the D-Lux 109. the D-L109 EVF is absolute the best and manual focus perfect. kind regards, klaus-michael - mike - Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted December 9, 2014 Share #3 Posted December 9, 2014 Integrated EVF is an absolute requirement for me because I believe it helps eliminate camera shake. I now see different "types" of D-LUX 6, 109 and so on. The cameras are not cheap but I do enjoy the Leica quality as a casual user. Is it just a case of getting to a dealer and talking, or are there some other factors I should know so I can hold a reasoned conversation? The D-Lux (Typ 109) has indeed a built-il EVF, the same as its China made clone the Panasonix LX100. Beware that the diopter wheel does not work properly on some of them though. Just check that yours is sharp and focus accurately. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leica dream Posted December 9, 2014 Author Share #4 Posted December 9, 2014 Grateful thanks for that information. The EVF diopter information is a particular factor to watch because I have sight in just one eye. I shall now home in on the 109, but I do note that it is quite expensive so hopefully my V-LUX will get a reasonable trade-in. Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leica dream Posted December 9, 2014 Author Share #5 Posted December 9, 2014 As none of the specifications show, can someone confirm that the D-LUX 109 does have a tripod mounting bush. Thank you. Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayewing Posted December 9, 2014 Share #6 Posted December 9, 2014 Yes, the D-Lux type 109 has a standard tripod socket. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leica dream Posted December 10, 2014 Author Share #7 Posted December 10, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) My plans have stalled for a while because my Leica dealer has offered just £50 p/e against a D-Lux. Shall have to re-think other sale options for that fine camera which cost £600 in 2007. Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayewing Posted December 10, 2014 Share #8 Posted December 10, 2014 (edited) My plans have stalled for a while because my Leica dealer has offered just £50 p/e against a D-Lux. Shall have to re-think other sale options for that fine camera which cost £600 in 2007.Richard Richard it is unfortunate that while Leica lenses and film cameras retain a good resale value the same is not true for digital cameras. Dealers have a problem selling old equipment so trade in offers are not particularly generous. I had a look on eBay this evening and I see that there is a V-Lux 1 for sale with bidding up to £123 with 2 days to go.. The seller is offering a buy-it-now price of £250 which is probably optimistic. You might do better selling the camera yourself though if you use eBay you have to remember the insertion fees and the 10% fee they charge on the selling price. I hope that you find a way to acquire the D-Lux 109 as it is a lovely camera. In the short time since mine arrived I have enjoyed using it on the few occasions when the weather and my other commitments have permitted. Edited December 10, 2014 by ayewing typo Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted December 10, 2014 Share #9 Posted December 10, 2014 The Panasonic LX100 is basically the same camera as the D-Lux 109 with the same "Leica" zoom lens and more affordable case and battery. Got mine for 760 EUR in France. Should be available for about 700 GBP in the UK. Was made in China instead of Japan though and comes with Silkypix instead of Lightroom for the D-Lux. No red dot either . Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leica dream Posted December 11, 2014 Author Share #10 Posted December 11, 2014 Thanks everyone for your sympathy, but I have not given up yet. Archie, I had seen that item on Ebay too, and had noted that it was the only V-Lux for sale I could find. That said, I had been hoping to get £200 - 250 for mine, even though I was delighted to-day when my wife suggested "Why not keep your old camera and use both". Now that is real support where it matters! My only reason for changing is size. The V-Lux is a super camera - just rather bulky for my needs these days. I do realise that even Cell phones have taken over from real cameras and that for every day use most people find their results adequate. I guess we perfectionists just want to go the extra mile (or is it pound) for high quality rather than just snaps. I'll post my outcome in due course. Richard Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leica270 Posted December 12, 2014 Share #11 Posted December 12, 2014 Ofcourse ; amazing , tried it today and by the way , its made in Japan ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leica270 Posted December 12, 2014 Share #12 Posted December 12, 2014 the one i tried was made in japan Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gretel Posted December 12, 2014 Share #13 Posted December 12, 2014 Thanks everyone for your sympathy, but I have not given up yet. Archie, I had seen that item on Ebay too, and had noted that it was the only V-Lux for sale I could find. That said, I had been hoping to get £200 - 250 for mine, even though I was delighted to-day when my wife suggested "Why not keep your old camera and use both". Now that is real support where it matters! My only reason for changing is size. The V-Lux is a super camera - just rather bulky for my needs these days. I do realise that even Cell phones have taken over from real cameras and that for every day use most people find their results adequate. I guess we perfectionists just want to go the extra mile (or is it pound) for high quality rather than just snaps. I'll post my outcome in due course. Richard maybe the hull of the Dlux body is made in Japan. The actual camera and lens comes from the exact same chinese production line as the Lumix; I bet Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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