Typical price: £490
What is it: Traditionally styled 10-megapixel compact camera with 4x optical zoom
What we think: Ideal for an enthusiast looking for a compact powerful camera, however it has a price only a Leica aficionado could love
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 11 December 2006
Tags: leica, optical, panasonic, balance
We like:
Great lens; nice design; lots of manual controls
We don't like:
Generally soft photos; mediocre movies; no optical viewfinder; expensive
CNET UK judgement:
A good choice for an enthusiast looking for a powerful camera that can fit into a jacket pocket, however the Leica D-Lux 3 has a price only a Leica aficionado could love
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