FilmMan Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Here's a camera which may be interesting. Leica D-LUX 7 (Type 109) - Leica D-LUX 6 update, 12.8MP 4/3, 2.8MP OLED EVF, 4K, ISO 25K ($1,350 USD) (confirmed) http://lavidaleica.com/content/new-leica-products-photokina-2014 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FilmMan Posted September 14, 2014 Author Share Posted September 14, 2014 Lots of details to share. It will have a 12.8MP 4/3 sensor, 2.8MP OLED EVF, focus peaking and be capable of 4K video, with an ISO max of 25,000. Price about $1,350 USD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Andrew Reid Posted September 14, 2014 Administrators Share Posted September 14, 2014 It is rumoured 4K video is appearing on the Leica S medium format system as well at Photokina. http://lavidaleica.com/content/4k-leica-s-system-photokina Personally i think 4K on either of these cameras is pretty unlikely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quirky Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Unlikely or not, it would be so nice to be in Köln tomorrow. To geek out in the fair centre during the day, and then enjoy a pint or three of Kölsch on the other side of the river during the evenings. Those of you who can do it, enjoy, and have one on my behalf, too. And pack very comfy shoes, if you're a first timer at Photokina. Anyway, to get back on topic, I wonder what would be the point of a 4K Leica S system in the first place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeys Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 It's going to be a Panasonic camera - just buy the Panasonic version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eoslover Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 not a bad deal considered LX100 costs $899 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noone Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Lots of details to share. It will have a 12.8MP 4/3 sensor, 2.8MP OLED EVF, focus peaking and be capable of 4K video, with an ISO max of 25,000. Price about $1,350 USD. 25000 ISO for video? The GH4 only gets to 6400 and the GX7 3200. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eoslover Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eoslover Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 $1195 btw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeys Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 So you want to spend US$300 on Lightroom when it only costs U$150? Mind, at least the premium isn't double this time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inazuma Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 The latest dpreview and photography blog article says the UK price is expected to be £825. But the specs sheet on the same site says £895, which is just a bit less than £100 more expensive than the Panasonic version. http://***URL removed***/articles/9078374619/leica-introduces-d-lux-24-75mm-equiv-compact-with-four-thirds-sensor#press Other differences that I can see so far: Three year warranty Uses DNG raw format. No grip. About 20g heavier. Uses different phone app for WiFi control. Possibly different menu/control system, which IMO would be the biggest factor in buying decision. Included flash unit is named different but probably just a rebranded version of the Panasonic again. Would be good if it was different and had a bounce feature. Possibly different color science, which again could be a big decider for which version to buy. As someone who visited the leica store in berlin a few months ago and got a feel for the brand, I must say this is a tempting offer if it is less than £100 more expensive and has a comparable control system. Update: this site has it listed as £825 http://www.cliftoncameras.co.uk/Leica_D-LUX_Typ_109_black_Version_E_Digital_Camera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Andrew Reid Posted September 16, 2014 Administrators Share Posted September 16, 2014 Much more sensible pricing from Leica here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inazuma Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 BTW they are also releasing several other cameras, including an FZ200 clone. Wonder how this watering down of the brand will effect them in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeys Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 BTW they are also releasing several other cameras, including an FZ200 clone. Wonder how this watering down of the brand will effect them in the long run. It won't. Leica are a luxury brand, the reality distortion field is actually even stronger than Apple's. Please, I implore everyone, even if it's £100, it's still £100 you can spend elsewhere: Groceries, petrol/diesel, a health checkup, toilet paper... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
someguy Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 If I want the Leica version I'll buy the Leica version, why do you care what other people buy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntblowz Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 for only £26 extra you get: 3 year warranty, free lightroom and leica decal, seems like a steal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnymossville Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 I was thinking this might be the only way I'd buy a Leica. It's not too much more and it does have that Red dot. hahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noone Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 It won't. Leica are a luxury brand, the reality distortion field is actually even stronger than Apple's. Please, I implore everyone, even if it's £100, it's still £100 you can spend elsewhere: Groceries, petrol/diesel, a health checkup, toilet paper... The extra warranty makes it tempting. The other thing is that in a years time when we have moved on to the next big thing, the Leica version will have a higher residual value. Pay more now. get more selling. I want a high end 35mm fast FF lens for fitting a 5 piece band in shot from a reasonable distance. I have been considering the Leica 1.4 and f2 lenses that are very expensive. It seems I will have a bit more choice soon so I might not have to pay full Leica prices for something around as good. Still as expensive as Leica is, most of the stuff is quality and holds value. As for this camera, I am tempted but will still probably get the Panasonic version. johnnymossville 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzynormal Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Yeah, I like the idea that it'll hold resell value a bit more on the backend. That, with the more realistic initial retail price, makes it tempting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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