A sleek, interchangeable lens, mirrorless system camera showcasing Leica’s minimalist style on a whole new level is the Leica CL. Bringing users back to the screw mount cameras from the 1930s yet evoking uncanny resemblances to the present day M10 and Q models, reminding us of Leica’s decorated past while being tuned in to modern day enhancements.
Accuracy and timely performance are enhanced with a 49-point contrast-detection auto-focus system together with a electronic shutter that allows for completely silent operation for shutter speeds up to 1/25000 sec. Sporting a 24 megapixel APS-C sensor, Maestro II processor combination and L mount, users can indulged in high-resolution stills at up to 10 fps and UHD 4K/30p video, along with a sensitivity range of ISO 100-50000 suitable for a range of low, mid and bright light conditions.
The Leica CL has intuitive controls and versatile range of imaging capabilities as well as essential controls conveniently located on its top plate such as a shutter release on-off switch, and monochrome LCD. Additionally the Leica CL is also equipped with built-in Wi-Fi connectivity which enables remote camera control from a linked mobile device and wireless sharing.
Convenience and functionality is key, for more direct adjustment of often used settings with two dials on top of the camera, allowing users to take shots without moving away from the bright 2.36m-dot built-in high-resolution electronic viewfinder, with customizable buttons for setting ISO value, aperture, exposure compensation, shutter speed and shooting modes. The Leica CL is indeed perfect for both professional and amateur camera lovers.
Photographers have total control at their fingertips when taking pictures with the Leica CL, bringing it all together with a haptic click is the perfectly tuned pressure point of the shutter release. All photographic settings are available at a glance on the additional display on the top plate. The rear 3.0″ 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD also enable easy use of touch and gesture controls.
Complimenting the camera body is the wide-angle prime 18 mm f/2.8 lens, which provides a 27mm equivalent focal length to suit many photographic needs. To control spherical aberrations and distortion for sharper, clear imagery, the Leica CL has four spherical surfaces inbuilt onto the lens design. On top of that for increased control, the autofocus design permits full-time manual focus override.
Savour BlackBookAsia highly recommend, the Leica CL with it’s iconic styling, simple layout and elegant design, balancing impressive imaging features in a manner that only Leica can.
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