Leica Digilux 3, Brochure

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Realtime Preview Thanks to its unique Realtime Preview system
that not only shows a simple image on the monitor before the pic-
ture is taken but also permits full exposure and white balance con-
trol, the LEICA DIGILUX 3 enjoys special status among digital single-
lens reflex cameras. It offers benefits that to date were only of
advantage to compact cameras on a system-specifi c basis : checking
white balance or reviewing exposure compensation before picture-
taking. When composing shots at the studio or taking pictures in
situations requiring a tripod, the scene can be evaluated in a way
that until now has only been possible with large format photography.
At the touch of a button the Digilux 3 additionally allows the working
aperture to also be checked with Realtime Preview activated so the
resulting depth of field can be evaluated prior to exposure.
Image signal processor During development the new image signal processor
was specially matched to the superb imaging performance of the Leica D lens and
interaction with the new LiveMOS technology. This means it can cater for the high
requirements of SLR photography in terms of performance and picture quality. The
processor results in excellent color reproduction, maximum resolution and outstand-
ing gradation – combined with extremely fast processing times with minimum delay.
In conjunction with the energy-saving LiveMOS sensor the Digilux 3 can deliver over
450 pictures with one battery charge.
Dust protection fi lter Dust is a major problem with digital SLR photography. Dirt
particles can easily get onto the sensor when changing lenses, often disrupting the
imaging results irreparably. The LEICA DIGILUX 3 solves this problem with sophisti-
cated technology. A filter has now been developed, positioned in front of the image
sensor between the low pass filter and shutter. Whenever the camera is switched
on, this protective filter receives an ultrasonic pulse with a vibration frequency of
30,000 Hz. This shakes off the dust particles on the protective filter. No dirt particles
can get in due to the absolutely airtight seal of the space between the sensor and
filter.
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