Leica D-Lux 2 (2005–2007)
A compact digital point-and-shoot camera with an 8.4MP sensor and 28–110mm equivalent zoom lens, released in 2005.
Overview
The Leica D-Lux 2 is a compact digital point-and-shoot camera produced from 2005 to 2007. It features an 8.4-megapixel resolution and a DC Vario-Elmarit ASPH lens with a 35mm equivalent focal length range of 28–110mm. Announced on October 1, 2005, the camera was designed for enthusiasts seeking a portable yet capable digital camera with Leica optics. It supports RAW and TIFF file formats and records images at a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. The body is constructed with an anodized aluminum finish, contributing to a durable and premium feel. Storage is via SD or MMC cards, with a 32 MB card included in the box. The camera uses the Leica BP-DC4 lithium-ion rechargeable battery, shared with the D-Lux 3 and 4 models.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Leica |
| Product type | compact point-and-shoot camera |
| Production years | 2005 to 2007 |
| Effective pixels | 8.4 million |
| Total pixels | 8.6 million |
| Sensor | 1/1.65" Type CCD (source: DPReview); 1/1.7-inch (source: Gearfocus) |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.76 x 5.81 mm |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Lens | DC Vario-Elmarit ASPH |
| Focal length (actual) | 6.3 - 25.2 mm |
| 35mm equivalent focal length | 28 - 110mm |
| Optical zoom | 4x |
| Extra optical zoom | 5x (for smaller image sizes) |
| Aperture range | f/2.8 – f/4.9 |
| ISO sensitivity | Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400 |
| White balance | 4 presets, custom available |
| File formats | RAW, TIFF |
| Storage media | SD, MMC |
| Battery | Leica BP-DC4 lithium-ion |
| Dimensions | 106 x 56 x 26 mm (m.dpreview); 105.7 x 58.3 x 25.6 mm (Newegg); 102 x 57 x ... mm (Gearfocus, incomplete) |
| Weight | 185 g (without battery and card) |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| DPOF | Yes |
| Included items | Built-in media, instruction manual, lens cap |
Design
The Leica D-Lux 2 features an anodized aluminum body, giving it a solid, high-quality feel. The lens incorporates aspherical (ASPH) elements, indicated by its "DC Vario-Elmarit ASPH" designation, which helps reduce optical aberrations and improve image sharpness across the zoom range.
Market
A used but unused example was listed for £295 in the classifieds of *Amateur Photographer* in April 2011. A Reddit user reported purchasing one for 90€, indicating variability in secondhand pricing over time.
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