The previously rumored Leica V-Lux 5 camera is now officially announced (additional info available here):
- 20MP CMOS Sensor
- Elmarit 24-400mm f/2.8-4 ASPH Lens
- Extended aperture range from f/2.8-11
- Updated 2.36 MP OLED EVF, 0.74x magnification
- New 3-inch articulating touchscreen, 1.24 million pixels
- Touch Autofocus
- Increased Autofocus Speed (90 ms)
- USB Charging
- Bluetooth for improved WiFi connection
- 4k Video (24, 25, 30fps)
- 4k Photo & Post Focus Modes
- Extended battery life (Approx. 440 images)
- Redesigned ergonomics and controls
- Lighter weight (808 grams)
- Up to 12-fps Shooting
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Sample photos can be found here
- Pre-order: Adorama | B&H
Leica V-Lux 5 vs. the previous Leica V-Lux Typ 114 model comparison:
| Leica V-Lux 5 | Leica V-Lux (Typ 114) | |
Sensor | 20MP CMOS Sensor | 20MP CMOS Sensor |
Lens | Elmarit 24-400mm f/2.8-4 ASPH | Elmarit 24-400mm f/2.8-4 ASPH |
Display | 3 inch, 1.24 million pixels | 3 inch, 920,000 pixels |
Touchscreen | Yes | No |
EVF | 2.36 MP OLED, 0.74x | 2.36 MP LCD, 0.7x |
AF Speed | 90 ms | 100 ms |
USB Charging | Yes | No |
Video | 4k (24, 25, 30fps) | 4k (25, 30fps) |
Bluetooth | Yes, for easy Wi-Fi connection | No |
Battery Life | Approx. 440 images | Approx. 350 images |
Touch AF | Yes | No |
4k / Post Focus Modes | Yes | No |
Dual Control Dials | Yes | No |
Weight | 808 grams | 830 grams |
Additional pictures:
Via LeicaRumors
