Others

LCD

 

 

 

Conditions

Causes

The picture is not

Is the power save mode (P24) activated? Press the shutter

displayed on the LCD

button halfway to disactive these modes.

monitor.

 

Is the battery charge insufficient to operate the camera? Use

 

a battery that has been sufficiently charged.

 

 

The brightness of the

This phenomenon appears when pressing the shutter button

screen becomes dark or

halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the

bright for a moment.

recorded pictures.

 

 

The screen is too bright

Adjust the brightness of the screen. (P24)

or dark.

 

Is the Power LCD function activated? (P28)

 

 

Some pixels are inactive

This is not a malfunction.

or always lit on the LCD

These pixels do not affect the recorded pictures.

monitor.

 

 

 

Noise appears on the

In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightness

LCD monitor.

of the LCD monitor. This does not affect the pictures you are

 

recording.

 

 

A vertical red spectrum

This is called smear. It is specific to CCD, not a malfunction.

appears on the LCD

It appears when the subject has a bright part. It is recorded

monitor.

on motion pictures, but not recorded on still pictures.

 

 

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D-Lux 2 specifications

The Leica D-Lux 2 is a compact digital camera that embodies the timeless quality and precision engineering synonymous with the Leica brand. Introduced in the mid-2000s, the D-Lux 2 quickly became popular among photography enthusiasts and professionals for its impressive performance packed within a sleek, portable design.

One of the standout features of the D-Lux 2 is its 10.0-megapixel image sensor, which captures high-resolution images with striking detail and clarity. The camera also boasts a fast Leica DC Vario-Summicron 4.0-5.6/7.4-22.2 mm lens, equivalent to a 28-112 mm focal length in 35mm terms. This lens provides versatility for shooting a wide array of subjects, from landscapes to portraits, while maintaining exceptional optical quality.

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User-friendly controls and an intuitive interface further enhance the photography experience with the D-Lux 2. The camera features a bright, high-resolution LCD screen that allows for easy framing and composition. Photographers can choose from a range of shooting modes, including manual, aperture priority, and shutter priority, providing flexibility and creative control.

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