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Premium High-End Travel Zoom with 16x Optical Leica Optics
The Leica V-Lux 5 is an exceptionally versatile, high-end bridge camera engineered to be the definitive single-lens solution for global travelers, wildlife enthusiasts, and multimedia creators. Built around a large 20.1-megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensor, the V-Lux 5 elegantly combines the handling and performance of a traditional DSLR with the mobility of a fixed-lens system.
The centerpiece of this premium camera is its extraordinary Leica DC Vario-Elmarit ASPH. 16x optical zoom lens, delivering an expansive 25-400mm full-frame equivalent focal range. Backed by rapid 12 fps continuous shooting, UHD 4K video capabilities, and signature Leica ergonomics, this camera captures everything from sweeping wide-angle landscapes to distant sports and nature action with legendary clarity.
Large 1″ CMOS Sensor & High-Speed Performance
20.1MP 1-Inch Imaging Matrix: The large physical size of the 1-inch sensor captures significantly more light than standard compact cameras. This delivers rich tonal gradations, expanded dynamic range, and exceptional low-light performance with minimal noise across a wide sensitivity range.
12 fps Full-Resolution Burst Capture: Features a high-speed processing engine capable of locking focus and firing full-resolution images at up to 12.0 frames per second, ensuring you never miss the peak moment of fast-moving subjects.
DFD Contrast-Detection Autofocus: Utilizes an incredibly fast and accurate contrast-detection autofocus system that works in tandem with the lens to achieve near-instantaneous focus acquisition.
Leica DC Vario-Elmarit ASPH. 16x Zoom Lens
25-400mm Super-Telephoto Reach: Spans an incredibly versatile focal spectrum. The 25mm wide-angle baseline is optimized for massive landscapes, tight city streets, and architectural interiors, while the 400mm super-telephoto extension pulls faraway wildlife and stadium action directly into tight focus.
Bright f/2.8-4 Variable Aperture: Features a fast maximum aperture range of f/2.8 at the wide end to f/4 at full telephoto extension. This allows for excellent ambient light transmission and provides beautiful background separation throughout the zoom track.
Aspherical Glass Architecture: The sophisticated optical layout incorporates a series of high-precision aspherical elements to aggressively minimize spherical aberrations, field curvature, and optical distortion, ensuring biting edge-to-edge sharpness and color neutrality.
UHD 4K Video Production & 4K Photo Capture Modes
UHD 4K 30p Video Recording: Records crisp, high-resolution UHD 4K video clips at 30p in the universal MP4 format at a high bitrate of 100 Mb/s for clean, artifact-free footage.
30 fps 4K Photo Capture Tools: Extracts high-quality 8-megapixel still frames from a rapid 30 fps capture sequence using three distinct on-board capturing modes:
4K Burst: Records continuously at 30 fps for up to 15 minutes, allowing you to choose the exact frame of an action sequence.
4K Pre-Burst: Safely buffers images to record one second prior to and one second after pressing the shutter button, generating 60 distinct frames to safeguard unexpected split-second moments.
4K Burst (S/S): Allows you to seamlessly review recorded 4K video footage on-camera, pause at the perfect micro-expression or action shot, and save that specific frame as a standalone 8MP JPEG.
Creative Post Focus & In-Camera Focus Stacking
Innovative Post Focus Technology: Shifts the specific point of focus across 30 frames per second while recording a specialized 4K file. During playback, you can simply tap the exact region of the image on the rear touchscreen that you want in focus, instantly exporting it as an optimized 8MP JPEG.
Automated In-Camera Focus Stacking: Perfect for macro and close-up photography where depth of field is naturally razor-thin. This mode automatically blends a sequence of varying focal-plane shots directly inside the camera to generate an extended, deep depth-of-field composite.
SLR-Style Ergonomics & Advanced Leica FOTOS Connectivity
High-Definition 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF: Outfitted with an integrated, high-resolution electronic viewfinder boasting a comfortable 0.74x magnification and real-time preview accuracy for seamless eye-level framing in bright sunlight.
3.0-Inch Fully Articulating Touchscreen: Features a bright 1.24m-dot rear LCD monitor with a robust side-flip articulating design. It swivels a full 270 degrees to accommodate easy self-shot vlogging, front-facing selfies, and creative high- or low-angle b-roll tracks.
Integrated Wireless Ecosystem: Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy protocols sync immediately with smartphones and tablets via the streamlined Leica FOTOS app. This allows for rapid wireless file transfers and full wireless remote control over exposure parameters and zoom functionality from your device.
In-Camera USB Power & Charging: Powered by a reliable lithium-ion battery pack yielding roughly 440 shots per charge, complete with the convenience of direct in-camera battery recharging via the built-in micro-USB port.
Technical Specifications
Camera Classification: Premium High-Zoom Bridge Camera
Image Sensor Size: 1-Inch CMOS Sensor
Effective Resolution: 20.1 Megapixels
Lens System: Leica DC Vario-Elmarit ASPH. 16x Optical Zoom
Focal Length Reach: 9.1-146mm (25-400mm Full-Frame Equivalent)
Aperture Range: f/2.8 (Wide) / f/4.0 (Telephoto) to f/8.0
Continuous Capture Speed: Up to 12.0 frames per second at full resolution
Video Capture Formats: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 30p [100 Mb/s MP4] | Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 60p
Electronic Viewfinder: 0.39″ 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF with 0.74x Magnification
Rear Screen Interface: 3.0″ 1.24m-Dot Fully Articulating Touchscreen LCD
Filter Thread Diameter: 62mm
Wireless Tech Integration: Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Connectivity via Leica FOTOS App
Battery Life Expectancy: Approx. 440 Shots per charge (supports in-camera USB charging)
Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 5.39 x 3.82 x 4.76″ / 136.7 x 97.2 x 120.9 mm
Weight: Approx. 28.6 oz / 812 grams (With battery and SD card loaded)
