MINOX DCC Leica M3 5MP Digital Camera?
Have any of you heard of the MINOX DCC Leica M3 5MP Digital Camera? If you have what do you think of it?
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Its reproduction of the classic Leica M3. Besides that, it has no connection to the classic camera maker. It looks cool but that’s about it. Good as a novelty. Here are the amazon reviews.
http://www.amazon.com/MINOX-DCC-Leica-Digital-Camera/dp/B000LRIU54
Personally, I would rather buy a Digital Harinezumi 2 or a Fuji Instax Mini 7.
I did a bit of research on it, and it doesn’t look too bad for its price.
However, I think it is a bit of an in-between.
It is not a compact digital camera, as its lens is sticking out. So, there is no quick taking it with you, it doesn’t fit in your pocket.
On the other hand, it is not a full size digital camera too. Its 5 MP is too little for that, and a 3x optical zoom is also not extraordinary.
I have not been able to find out whether it can mount other lenses, but I assume not. That would be a major set-back for me, as a camera like this would be my choice for the more difficult shots.
So, I am not truely impressed by this camera. Its price is not high (175 Euro is about $200), so you won’t go broke on that.
But my choice would be either a snapshot camera like a Sony cybershot 7 MP for the holiday shots, or a more expensive Canon, which can actually change lenses, and be far more versatile with that.
The Minox DCC Leica M3 Plus 5 MP Classic Digital Camera w/ 1.5″ LCD Monitor and SD Memory Card 60635 comes in a really stylish format! On the outside Minox DCC Leica M3 Plus 5MP Classic Digital Camera features the miniaturized shell, designed in great detail. Inside Minox Leica M3 Plus 5 MP Classic Digital Camera is packed with innovative technology in the form of a powerful digital camera. A unique harmony of classic design and state-of-the-art features. This edition of the wee camera is a logical and up to date further development of the previous Mionx DCC model. Minox DCC Leica M3 Plus 5MP Digital Camera features a color monitor and a memory card slot, making this Minox camera geared to continue a success story.
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The scope of delivery includes a Li-ion battery, a power supply unit, a USB cable as well as a manual.
Specifications for Minox DCC Leica M3 Plus 5 MP Classic Digital Camera w/ 1.5″ LCD Monitor and SD Memory Card 60635:
Image sensor: 5,0 MP, CMOS Sensor (3,2 MP Hardware-resolution)
Image Resolution: Still
Video clip: 320 x 240 pixels
Internal Memory: 32MB FLASH MEMORY
External Memory: SD-Card up to 4 GB
Image capacity:
super/high: approx. 20 images
fine/high: approx. 30 images
fine/low: approx. 50 images
Video: 60 seconds per Clip
Viewfinder: Optical (Galileian-style)
Display: 1,5″ TFT LCD colour monitor
Flash: Compatible with Minox Classic Camera Flash
Lens: 4elements glass lens with IR filter glass
Focal length: 8.7 mm (= 42 mm compared to 35 mm film)
Lens aperture: F3.0
Zoom: 4x digital zoom
Focus range: 0.5 m, 1m, infinity
White Balance: Automatic
Shutter speed: Automatic
Self-timer: 10 seconds
Power supply: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion-Battery/ USB-cable
Auto power-off: OFF-Mode (after 60s inactivity)
File Format: Still
Support: WINDOWS ME/2000/XP/MAC compatible
Computer Interface: USB-cable
Dimensions: 74mm(L) x 47mm(B) x 44mm (H)
Weight: approx. 110g
Features of Minox DCC Leica M3 Plus 5 MP Classic Digital Camera w/ 1.5″ LCD Mon