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V-Lux 30


Paul Reading

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Panasonic offered two Lumix versions of the C-Lux 3 - With and without GPS, and the latter was about $50 less.

 

Having GPS turned on will use some of the battery power.

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Robert--welcome to the forum! :)

 

The V-Lux 30 is the replacement for the V-Lux 20, with an 16x zoom range instead of 12x and with built-in GPS.

 

Best bet for camera information is the Leica web site. They have descriptions and tech specs for all current and recent models.

 

For the U.S., that's Leica Camera AG - Home. At the bottom of each page after the first, you can change to another language if you prefer.

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Any one bought one of these yet if so first impressions would be good.

 

Yes, I have one, got it a couple of weeks ago. I use it as my carry about everyday camera and I bought it to replace the Nikon P4000 point and shoot, mainly because its smaller and lighter.

 

There are loads of reviews of the Panasonic ZS10 and the lens, buttons and internals are the same. I think the V-Lux 30 is nicer looking and feels better in the hand.

 

Its comfortable to use, takes good pictures, focusing is quick, and it has loads of zoom. Its a point and shoot so I'm not expecting too much.. But I like it. (not as much as my M8 though)

 

I would like to see a RAW mode, and I'm still not sure how useful the touch screen on the back is.

 

Karl

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I love the video, for those that have not seen it:-

 

Leica Camera AG - Photography - V-LUX 30

 

I like the fact that this camera has GPS tagging.

 

The problem is where does this sit in the range it is price slightly cheaper than the D-Lux 5 but is it good enough to take that slot? I was tempted to buy a D-Lux 5 but I thought if I hold off they might update it with GPS tagging.

 

I assume that the sensor size is probably smaller than the D-Lux without looking and a slower lens.

 

Decisions decisions.... there is no right answer merely options

i ensure some specs from below.

Digital Cameras Review

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I have a v-lux20, It is fitted with GPS. Although I don't use the GPS very often, it does drain the battery when in use.

I only switch it ON on those rare ocassions when I need to stamp the location.

I use the V-Lux20 together with a D2 and Oly E620.

Images from it are very good, and the long zoom range is useful at times.. I would expect the v-Lux30, to be just as good but with a longer zoom range.

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