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I am looking for a camera that I can take to travel around the world so I am looking for a nice compact. I don't want to spend a fortune so have been looking at the C-Lux, D-Lux or V-Lux 40

 

I really like the zoom on the V Lux 40 however i know its a discontinued model. Can anyone recommend the C Lux?

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The V-Lux type 114 has 20 MP and a zoom equal to 25-400mm in 35mm format. The thing that is a red flag for me is the sensor sixe of 13.2 x 8.8 mm.

 

I have to wonder how large you could print and get high quality prints (yes, I get that the V-Lux is intended for hobbyists, but I still have to wonder).

 

My guess would be that 8x10 inches would probably be pushing it.

 

Thoughts?

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How does the D-Lux compare to the C?

 

I have just landed a new job in the Middle East and will be doing an extensive amount of travelling worldwide so was looking for a nice new camera in order to take some pictures of the world. I'm open to options.

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Carlos sez "red flag for me is the sensor size of 13.2 x 8.8 mm."

 

I may be dense, but where do you find this sensor size in V-Lux type 114 Leica Tech specs? Or what else are you referring to?

Thanks,

Tim

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Thanks (that info is not on Leica site that I can find). Also from B&H for the small cameras

 

  • X-E 102 - (23.6 x 15.8 mm) 16.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • X Vario 107 - (23.6 x 15.7 mm) 16.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • D-LUX 109 - (17.3 x 13.0 mm) 12.8MP 4/3" MOS Sensor
  • C 112 - 1 /1.7" (no mm) 12.1MP MOS Sensor
  • X 113 - (no size) 16.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • V-Lux 114 - 1" (13.2 x 8.8 mm) 20.1MP MOS Sensor

What confuses me is that 1 inch = 25.4 mm and 1.7" = 43.18 mm

. . . strange way to measure.

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I've been using my new c-lux type 112 for a couple of months now.

I got it in order to be able to carry it around in my pocket whilst traveling.

It is easy to choose the various settings using the front control ring. Images are superb even up to 800 ISO. I now prefer it over my Digilux 2 and Olympus 620.

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I have the model V-Lux from just before the V-Lux 114 and have handled the new V-Lux 114. I've had terrific success with the older one, handled the newer one, and in most ways the newer one is better (including a sensor with 4 times the area, but less than about twice the megapixels, which suggests larger, more sensitive pixels. However, along with the larger sensor everything else is larger. the camera might be too large for you, depending on what you define "compact for travel." Handle one.

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The V-Lux type 114 has 20 MP and a zoom equal to 25-400mm in 35mm format. The thing that is a red flag for me is the sensor sixe of 13.2 x 8.8 mm.

 

I have to wonder how large you could print and get high quality prints (yes, I get that the V-Lux is intended for hobbyists, but I still have to wonder).

 

My guess would be that 8x10 inches would probably be pushing it.

 

Thoughts?

I just bought the VLux 114 and have trouble finding anyone or anything sharing remarks on this camera. I tried to buy extra batteries on line and even that was difficult. I think and hope I will enjoy this camera as I am a hobbyist and my DSLR is too heavy. Any suggestions, remarks as to this camera.

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I, too, am confused about C or D.

I have had a V-Lux1 for about 7 years and it shoots excellent quality shots, and has given much pleasure, but with advancing years I need something smaller. It is My V-LUX1 in the buy/sell section of the forum so if any potential V-LUX owners want to make an offer at a reasonable price.....

 

D (109) really impresses me. I must have an EVF, and the large sensor size will produce fine results. BUT it is not "casual friendly" as far as physical size is concerned.

However the C(112) is much more pocketable (and £300 cheaper), but being a bit of a perfectionist I feel the sensor is quite small and I have seen critical reviews of the EVF. I have also looked around at other EVF compacts but always home in on Leica.

 

While I am convinced that the D(109) is a much better camera (if my interpretation of "better" is correct), I suppose it all comes down to physical camera size versus image quality/flexibility.

 

I just need some balanced arguments for/against each option before going to my dealer.

Richard

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I had DLux 2 and 3, my wife had CLux2. Since then I've gone with the Panasonic versions. Currently I have an LX5 (DLux 6), FZ200 (VLux 4) and a ZS40 which has no Leica clone. It's an amazing little beast, pocket-sized with a built-in EVF and a zoom that is effectively 24-720mm! They have the same sensors and Leica lenses, and if you shoot RAW the jpeg processing algorithms are irrelevant. Even if you don't, the Panny jpegs are pretty darn good. I have LR on account of having an M9 and now M240 so that's not an issue, and at roughly half the cost, neither is the 2 yr vs 1 yr warranty. I've never needed service on any of these cameras.

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Well, Jinkster, have you decided and which did you get?

I still await handling a D and a C side by side to decide. My main camera is a V-Lux1 which I cannot fault, but for me the additional camera is all about spontaneity which the V-Lux1 cannot provide because of size. Certainly the images from Keith M are impressive from the C.

Richard

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