DESCRIPTION
Features & Benefits High Image Quality - with 10.1 Mega-pixel CCD. The LX3 features a large, 1/1.63", 10.1 Mega-pixel, ultra high sensitivity CCD.
This newly developed CCD helps capture beautiful images with outstanding dynamic range and minimal noise. By optimising the use of space within individual photo cells to allow larger photodiodes this CCD has exceptional sensitivity & saturation performance. The LX3 faithfully reproduces colours even in high contrast or low-lit situations.
High Quality Optics Equipped with a large aperture F2.0, 24mm MEGA Wide Angle LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON Lens, the LX3 features 8 lens elements in 6 groups including 4 aspherical lenses. This LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens offers a large aperture F2.0 at 24mm MEGA Wide Angle that is helpful when shooting at higher shutter speeds in low-lit situations or for giving backgrounds a gentle soft focus.
Providing a focal length of 24mm - 60mm (35mm equiv), the LX3 is a handy partner for shooting expansive wide angle to telephoto shots. The crystal clear rendering & rich gradation of the lens also reproduces extremely fine details.
Large, 3.0" Intelligent LCD with 460k Dot Resolution The high-resolution 460k dot, 3.0" Intelligent LCD has a wide viewing angle and varies the brightness according to ambient light conditions. This assists smooth shooting even in high & low-angle shooting positions. The aspect ratio of this LCD screen is 3:2, familiar to those used to shooting with DSLR.
24mm MEGA Wide Angle Lens with Multiple Aspect Ratios A switch on the top of the lens barrel lets you choose the aspect ratio -normal 4:3, wide 16:9, or the 3:2 used in film cameras. The 16:9/3:2 images are obtained using the 24mm MEGA Wide-Angle lens and large CCD, instead of cropping a 4:3 image.
Selectable Focusing Areas IN 1-area AF (normal/high-speed) or Spot AF mode, you can set the AF area to any location within the frame. Various group area patterns can also be selected in multi-point AF mode. When using manual focus, you can enlarge a part of the image to assist in focusing.
Film Mode For Creative Versatility Much like changing the film type on a film camera, you can enjoy a wide range of expression based on six colour modes and three monchromatic modes. When the multi-film mode is selected, you can record pictures having up to three different effects with each press of the shutter button.
High Definition Motion Recording The LX3 can record motion pictures with sensational 1280 x 720p HD resolution at 30 frames per second. You can use the zoom too and capture some truly dramatic shots. When you're done shooting for the day, just connect* the camera to an HDTV and you're ready to view your still shots and motion pictures in high definition beauty.
Lens Type
LEICA DC VARIO -SUMMICRON / 8 Elements in 6 Groups
Image Stabiliser
Yes
Image Stabiliser Operational Modes
MEGA O.I.S. (Mode1/Mode2)
Aperture
Wide: F2.0 - F8.0, Tele: F2.8 - F8.0
Auto Focus
Optical Zoom (x)
2.5
Digital Zoom (x)
4
Focal Length
f = 5.1 - 12.8mm (35mm Equiv: 24-60mm)
Optical Zoom Minimum Range (mm), 35mm Equivalent
24
Optical Zoom Maximum Range (mm), 35mm Equivalent
60
Focusing Area
Normal: Wide 50cm/Tele 50cm - Infinity, Intelligent Auto/Macro:Wide 1cm/Tele 30cm-Infinity
Focus Modes
Normal/Macro, Continuous AF On/Off, AF/MF switchable, Manual Focus (Joystick), Normal/Macro (Dial), Continuous AF On/Off, Quick AF On/Off (on in Intelligent Auto)/Continuous AF On/Off, One Shot AF, AF Area Select, AF Tracking
Macro Function Minimum Focusing Distance (mm)
10
Image Sensor Size (Inches)
1/1.63
Total Pixel Count (megapixels)
11.3
Effective Pixel Count (megapixels)
10.1
Maximum Horizontal Resolution (pixels)
3648
Maximum Vertical Resolution (pixels)
2736
ISO Sensitivity Modes
Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, (In High Sensitivity mode: 1600-6400)
Maximum Sensitivity (ISO Rating)1
6400
LCD Monitor Screen Size (Inches)
3
Auto Angle Detection
View Finder Size (inches)
External OVF (Optional)
Exposure Modes
Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual, Program Shift (Program AE mode)
Exposure Compensation
1/3 EV Step, -+2EV
Auto (AE) Bracketing
±1/3EV-1EV Step, 3 frames
Light Metering
Intelligent Multiple, Spot (Spot Mode), Center-Weighted
White Balance Modes
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, White Set 1,2, Colour temperature setting, Flash, White Balance Adjustment (2-axis adjustable, ±9 steps each)
Picture Adjustment Modes / Film Modes
Contrast ±2steps, Sharpness ±2steps, Saturation ±2steps, Noise Reduction ±2steps
Mode Dial/Scene Modes
P (Program AE), A (Aperture Priority AE), S (Shutter Priority AE), M (Manual Exposure), Intelligent AUTO (Playback, Normal Picture, Macro, Motion Picture, Print, Clipboard
Colour Effect Modes
None
Recording Image Size Modes
4:3 Ratio Formats:, 3648 x 2736 pixels, 3072 x 2304 pixels, 2560 x 1920 pixels, 2048 x 1536 pixels, 1600 x 1200 pixels, 640 x 480 pixels, 3:2 Ratio Formats:, 3776 x 2520 pixels, 3168 x 2112 pixels, 2656 x 1768 pixels, 2112 x 1408 pixels, 2048 x 1360 pixels, 16:9 Ratio Formats:, 3968 x 2232 pixels, 3328 x 1872 pixels, 2784 x 1568 pixels, 2208 x 1248 pixels, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Image Quality Modes
JPEG, RAW, Fine, Standard
Shutter Speed Range
Program AE: 1-1/2000sec (Selectable min shutter speed), Manual: 60-1/2000 sec., Starry Sky Mode: 15,30,60 sec, A/S: 8-1/2000 sec
Movie Function Modes (Quick Time TM Motion JPEG)2
30 or 10 fps (640 x 480 pixels or 340 x 240 pixels), HD 30 or 15 fps (16:9 Aspect Ratio: 1280 x 720)
Movie Function
Burst Shooting Mode
Full Resolution Image, 2.5 frames/sec; Max. 5 frames (Standard Mode), Max. 3 images (Fine Mode)
USB Webcam Function
No
Voice Recording (Audio Dubbing)
Audio Dubbing Record Time
Max. 10sec.
Still Image Rec. with Audio time limit
5 sec.
Microphone
Inbuilt Speaker(s)
MP3 Playback
Self Timer
Self Timer Modes
10 sec., 2 sec.
Onboard Erase Function
Single/Multi/All
Inbuilt Flash
Red Eye Reduction
Built in Flash Modes
Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced On/Off, 0.3 - 5.9m (Tele/ISO Auto), 0.8 - 8.3m (wide/Macro/ISO Auto), Flash Output Adjustment: -2 - +2EV in 1/3 EV steps
External Flash Capabilty
Hot Shoe
On-Board Memory (MB)
50
Included Recording Media
Compatible Memory Card Type(s)
SD Card (TM), SDHC Card (TM)
A/V Output
Yes, HD AV OUTPUT
USB Connectivity
Power (Battery)
Lithiun-ion battery pack (3.7V, 1150mAh)
Power (Mains)
AC Adaptor (Input: 110-240V AC) (Optional)
Battery Life
380 pictures (CIPA standard) / 380 pictures (with EVF)
Height (mm)
59.5
Width (mm)
108.7
Depth (mm)
27.1
Weight (g)
229
Weight (g) with Media & Battery
265
Country of Assembly
Japan
Warranty
1 Year Manufacturers Warranty
1
High Sensitivity Mode
2
Max. recording time depends on memory card storage capacity
Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of publishing and are subject to change without notice
