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The Leica CM at a glance
Made in Germany: A worldwide synonym for top technical performance. It
also righteously applies to the Leica CM, which is subject to the highest
quality standards in optical and mechanical craftsmanship.
Clear information: The large illuminated LC-Display on the camera back
keeps you informed at all times. Flash readiness, exposure over-ride,
exposure counter, battery condition, self-timer, date setting and exposure
mode are clearly legible.
Easy to operate and distinguish ergonomics
Large, bright viewfinder with diopter adjustment, close-up markings
Integrated viewfinder displays (like those on the Leica M7) for aperture,
shutter speed, flash and distance automatic mode or with manual settings,
Focusing aid for manual distance setting.
Manual setting of aperture (aperture priority) and manual focusing
possible.
Powerful built-in flash with a guide number of 14. The flash also serves
for automatic fill-in flash in backlit situations.
Leica SF 24D dedicated flash unit available as an accessory.
Program shift
Product Description
The most professional among the compactsThe letter "M" in the name of the
new LEICA CM is eminently justified: Its outstanding performance is
unusual for a compact camera and makes it as unique in its class as the
Leica M cameras are in the category of rangefinder photography. The LEICA
CM has a solid titanium body and is fabricated with precision
craftsmanship in Germany. A Leica lens with a speed of f/2.4 masters
virtually every application and it achieves impressive pictorial results
with the finest nuances. Whether it is used in the fully automatic mode or
with manual settings - with its extensive, easy-to-operate settings, this
compact camera offers the best conditions for individual picture
composition. With its brilliant viewfinder, the subject coverage can be
evaluated confidently, even under poor light conditions. A detailed LED
display in the viewfinder helps in controlling the photographic
parameters. And its looks? Typically Leica!
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Product Reviews:
The ultimate in 35mm point & shoot cameras!, May 1, 2004
Reviewer: "gabbyguy"
Of course it is the ultimate, it is well made by Leica, in Germany. I
found the camera to be solid and easy to use. Read the extensivly detailed
manual (in three languages, including english) to discover the many
features and flexibility of this work of art and design. My cloud and
indoor pictures have turned out exceptionally sharp with an (almost)
idiot-proof metering and auto/manual focusing system. Since I wear
glasses, the adjustable diopter in the viewfinder has helped me a great
deal. The on body flash is powerful, and an excellent computer integrated
accessory flash is available (Leica SF 24 D). The camera's large LCD data
screen makes reading your adjustments easy. I have taken a lot of pictures
in my lifetime of 68 years, with a lot of different makes and types of
cameras and films. All camera systems are the result of a lot of
compromises, and this one is something to dream for. Even with the advent
of of the digital cameras, This film camera is exceptional! It was worth
every cent I paid for it and the flash.
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My Best Camera Ever, September 29, 2004
Reviewer: Emil Jankulovski
I have a range of top quality Canon lenses, but I stop using them since I
got Leice CM. The optics of Leica CM is just better. Some pictures really
look 3D. Leica CM "size-to-quality" ratio is much better than anything I
have seen. You can put it in your pocket, and you will not know it is
there. It is a bit bigger than a pack of cigarettes. But it is not just
the size, it is my first choice for sharpens as well. For all mu "normal"
photos, when no close-up or no-zoom is require, it I is my fist choice.
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Leica CM - Probably the best P&S in the world...., November 26, 2005
Reviewer: Gordon Hay "Camaraman"
Eventually I got fed up of lugging hefty kit around, but still loved using
Fuji Velvia, so I decided to buy a decent Point & shoot. After reading the
reviews on here I went for thhe leica CM Compact. What a camera. It puts
every other camera that I own in the shade. The quality of the pictures is
just stunning; I always think that a camera can be judged on how well it
handles tricky light situations. back-lighting - no problem, dark and
light surfaces - a breeze. One reviewer mentioned that the pictures
"almost look 3-D" - I agree entirely. This camera puts my heavy duty film
and digital SLR's in the shade. A breeze to use when you have mastered the
instructions (which are admittedly rather heavy going, but worth reading
carefully several times to get the best from teh camera). I love it, and
now travel with it exclusively. Light, unobtrusive, and great quality lens
and light meter. A bargain for the price; you will never regret buying
this camera. I just love it.
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One of the Best Premium Point and Shoot Cameras, February 18, 2005
Reviewer: John Kwok
If Kyocera has discontinued the Contax T3, then the Leica CM camera must
rank as the finest premium point and shoot (P/S) camera currently
available. Its 40mm f2.4 Elmarit lens is one of the finest ever made for a
P/S camera, offering image quality which rivals other recent lens designs
for both the Leica M rangefinder and R SLR systems. The image quality is
absolutely superb, judging from the photographs I have seen. Although it
is a relatively expensive camera in its class to acquire, it is well worth
the additional cost.
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