The LEICA C1 quickly proves itself as a reliable companion in a world full of visual stimuli that often demand the ability to make an on-the-spot decision: Wouldnt now be just the right opportunity to take a picture to make this special moment last a lifetime? All too often we experience situations at work or in our leisure time when a compact high-performance camera would be wonderfully useful. Not only does the LEICA C1 satisfy all these needs, it does so with exquisitely refined style. Right from the start, its rugged aluminum body fits comfortably and securely in the palm of your hand, and its pleasingly rounded edges assure ergonomic handling. The clean lines of its shape are reminiscent of the legendary LEICA M camera system. In addition, the use of high-grade materials assures its user of the superb quality that is very rarely found in other compact cameras. Every exterior component of the LEICA C1 exists not merely for its visual appeal, it has a logical function to fulfill. Delivery starts in January 2000

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•The lightweight but rugged LEICA C1 is the ideal companion in any situation. It readily fits in your pocket and it captures the moment with ease:
•The 3x zoom lens lets you choose the ideal cropping.
•Aspheric lens surfaces lead to a compact lens design with outstanding overall optical performance.
•Autofocus, fully automatic exposure control and automatic flash control permit fast and uncomplicated picture taking.
•Manual over-ride can be used for critical subjects.
•Focus- and exposure setting storage can be applied for individual picture composition.