Leica V-LUX 2 14.1 MP Digital Camera - Black

Digilux 2, in my opinion, is the very best one can get in a Digital Camera, except for the Leica M8, which is not within the reach of many a photographer. The images from the Digilux 2 are the best that I have been able to create. The photoes appear larger to me than what the M8 & 50mm Leica Lens can deliver.
The bounce flash is a very superior feature that this camera has. The original sensor that the camera came with did deliver better pictures, than the new replacement sensor does. Sensor failure is a weak point in this camera. The lens on the Digilux 2 is a true optic capable of matching performance comparable to Leica M Lenses. I just wish that Leica had continued to make this camera for ever and ever. 5MP of this camera is more than adequate to give perfect results. A nicely fitted lens Hood, with its own cap is a feature that every lens should. Digilux 2 feels right in the hand and those, who have one that works - PLEASE HANG ON TO IT - regretted selling mine, but have replace it.

Great feel Great lens good camera in the 500 range. it has the organic feel i love.

better if:
-8mp sensor
-af light
-iso 200 400 could be better and the addition od 600 an 800 would be great
-better digital viewfinder and lcd
-sdhc update for memmory
-faster processor for use in raw

The Leica Digilux 2 was released jointly by Leica and Panasonic in 2004. The Panasonic version was the Lumix DMC LC1. The cameras were distinguishable in appearance by virtue of the outer case and color. The Leica inherited the classic silver and black Leica rangefinder styling, while the Panasonic came in all black. There are few differences in the contours of the case… but for the most part, they're the same.

In this arrangement, Leica took responsibility for the optics while Panasonic (via some Sony technology) managed the electronics. But make no mistake about it, the business end of this camera, the lens, is all Leica. In many respects, the lens is the heart of this beast.

In addition to cosmetic differences, there is a difference in how the two cameras handle the image interpretation when shooting in JPEG mode. Just like you and I might "tweak" our images differently in Photoshop or post processing, camera manufacturers each have their own "recipe" for how the camera's image processing software creates the JPEG output from the camera's RAW file. The folks at Leica claim their software offers a look more suited to the Leica owner's tastes... in other words it looks more like film. :) Panasonic, on the other hand, will probably have a bit more saturation and punch to the colors. However, if you're shooting in RAW, it's a moot point.

http://www.johnthawley.co​m/journal/2008/11/18/the-leica​-digilux-2.html

I've owned a Leica Digilux 1 for years, and am always amazed at the photos it takes compared to people with Canon/Nikon taking the same shots. Something about how they match the sensor to the lens to the software. Leica cameras, if you can afford them, really are worth it.
I don't mind the fixed lens, although that is what most people don't like about it. It keeps the cost down, and the range of this zoom is more than adequate for a take-anywhere camera.
I love my Digilux 2!!

This is a great camera. No need for extra telephoto lenses as this is built in. I have no dislikes with the product and would definitely recommend this as an alternative to a more expensive camera.