Leica V-Lux 5: Photo by Colin Lau
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As many different facets as life itself: the Leica V-Lux 5.
Leica V-Lux 5
Leica V-Lux 5: Photo by Antonio DiBenedetto
Wetzlar, 10 July 2019. With the Leica V-Lux 5, Leica Camera AG presents one of the most versatile and multifaceted cameras in its product portfolio. A particularly high-performance zoom lens and a newly developed, larger sensor ensure excellent imaging performance. Its bright and clear OLED electronic viewfinder and a fully articulated touchscreen panel on the back make composition easy and efficient. Thanks to fast autofocus and a high continuous-shooting rate the camera reliably captures every detail, while innovative exposure modes like Focus Stacking and Post-focusing enrich its wide range of functions. The addition of modern and ground-breaking connectivity features – in conjunction with the Leica FOTOS App – makes the Leica V-Lux 5 a universal, high-performance camera for all photographic needs.
Leica V-Lux 5: Photo by Antonio DiBenedetto
Leica V-Lux 5 Back View
Leica V-Lux 5: Photos by Antonio DiBenedetto
In combination with the camera’s 20-megapixel, 1-inch sensor, the Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 9.1–146 mm f/2.8–4 ASPH. lens of the V-Lux 5 (equivalent to 25 to 400 mm in 35 mm film format) delivers outstanding imaging performance throughout the entire zoom range, whether shooting with macro, wide-angle, standard or telephoto settings. Thanks to maximum apertures of f/2.8 and f/4 for the respective extreme wide-angle and extreme telephoto settings, maximum sensitivity of ISO 12800 and an integrated optical image stabiliser, the camera is ideally equipped for capturing best, shake-free still pictures and video in low ambient light, even without using a tripod.
Leica V-Lux 5: Photo by Laurent Bu
The Leica V-Lux 5 offers optimum tools for composing and assessing subjects: With a resolution of 2.36 megapixels and OLED technology, its newly developed electronic viewfinder brings a higher contrast ratio and improved colour depth – while simultaneously consuming less power. In addition to the EVF, the back of the camera features a fully- articulated 3“ touchscreen panel. This is not only ideal for reliable assessment of images before and after exposure, but also makes it easy to shoot from unusual angles.
Leica V-Lux 5: Photo by Antonio DiBenedetto
Leica V-Lux 5: Image Courtesy of Leica
To ensure that decisive moments are never missed, the Leica V-Lux 5 takes only around 0.1 seconds to focus sharply on a subject. Even when shooting in fast and dynamic situations, a burst rate of up to 12 fps ensures that photographers always have sufficient exposures from which to choose the best for their needs. Alongside innovative features like Post Focusing and Focus Stacking, the range of options offered by the Leica V-Lux 5 also includes useful functions such as Face Recognition or 4K Burst Mode.
Leica V-Lux 5: Photo by Antonio DiBenedetto
Leica V-Lux 5 Top View
The Leica V-Lux 5 offers a multitude of powerful functions, but not only for photos – it is also the ideal camera for capturing highest quality video footage. The ability to capture true-to- life video in 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) at frame rates of 24, 25 or 30 frames per second or full- HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) at 60 frames per second offers enormous scope for the realisation of creative ideas in editing and post-processing.
Leica V-Lux 5: Photo by Antonio DiBenedetto
The Leica V-Lux 5 is the first model of the V-Lux line that can be used with the Leica FOTOS App. After establishing a Bluetooth connection between the camera and an iOS or Android smartphone, the app can be used to change settings and remotely control the camera – particularly practical when it’s not within easy reach. Photos and videos can be quickly and easily transferred for post-processing or sharing in social networks at any time. The Leica FOTOS App can also actively export GPS positioning data from the smartphone to the camera. Running out of power on your travels is no longer a problem – the Leica V-Lux 5 can be recharged via USB from all sorts of other devices, e.g. a powerbank.
Leica V-Lux 5: Photo by Colin Lau
The Leica V-Lux 5 is on sale from today.
Leica V-Lux 5
About Leica Camera
Leica Camera AG is an internationally operating, premium-segment manufacturer of cameras and sport optics products. The legendary status of the Leica brand is founded on a long tradition of excellence in the construction of lenses. And today, in combination with innovative technologies, Leica products continue to guarantee better pictures in all situations in the worlds of visualisation and perception. Leica Camera AG has its headquarters in Wetzlar, in the state of Hesse in Germany, and a second production site in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. The company operates branch offices in Australia, China, France, Italy, Japan, Switzerland, Singapore, South Korea, UK and the USA. New and innovative products have been the driving force behind the company’s positive development in recent years.
Leica V-Lux 5: Image Courtesy of Leica
Technical data
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Camera name |
Leica V-LUX 5 |
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Camera – effective pixels |
20.1 megapixels |
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Image sensor |
1′′ MOS sensor, primary colour filter |
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Lens |
16x optical zoom |
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Zoom range |
9.1 mm to 146 mm |
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Aperture range |
f/2.8 to f/11 (extreme wide-angle) – f/4 to f/11 (extreme telephoto) |
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Image stabilisation |
Optical |
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Focusing range |
AF: 30 cm (0.98 feet) (extreme wide-angle)/1 m (3.3 feet) (telephoto) to infinity AF Macro/MF/Snapshot Modes/Video: 3 cm (0.098 feet) (extreme wide-angle)/1 m (3.3 feet) (extreme telephoto) to infinity |
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Shutter system |
Electronic shutter + mechanical shutter |
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Shutter speed |
Stills (with mechanical shutter): B (Bulb) (max. approx. 120 s), 60 – 1/4000 s Stills (with electronic shutter): 1 – 1/16000 s Video: 1/25 – 1/16000 s 1/2 – 1/16000 s (When [Exposure Mode] is set to [M] in Creative Video Mode and [MF] is selected) |
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Exposure |
Programme AE (P)/aperture priority AE (A)/shutter speed priority AE (S)/manual exposure setting (M) |
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Metering modes |
Multiple/centre-weighted/spot |
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Monitor |
3.0′′ TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 1,240,000 dots; field of view approx. 100%) |
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Viewfinder |
0.39′′ OLED Live Viewfinder (4:3) (Approx. 2,360,000 dots; field of view approx.100%) |
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Flash |
Built-in pop-up flash |
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Microphone |
Stereo (built-in) |
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Recording media |
SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card*/SDXC Memory Card* |
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Recording file format |
Still: RAW/JPEG Video: MP4 |
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Audio compression format |
AAC (2 ch) |
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Interfaces |
Microphone (off-camera): 3.5 mm stereo jack Remote: 2.5 mm jack |
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Wireless |
IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi compliant WPATM/WPA2TM, infrastructure mode |
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Related Links:
– Leica V-Lux 5 Technical Specifications
– Leica V-Lux 5 Quick Start Guide (PDF – 15.94 MB)
– Leica V-Lux 5 Instructions Manual (PDF – 9.48 MB)
