We are now accepting deposit free pre-orders via email or phone 201-664-4113. The E-M5 will be available in several configuaration body only priced at $999.95 in silver and black. Three camera and lens choices will be available, a black E-M5 with  14 – 42mm lens priced at $1,099.99 and a Silver or Black E-M5 with 12 – 50mm lens priced at $1,299.99. We’re here for any questions you may have.

THE BEGINNING OF THE NEW

A new era in digital SLR technology is about to begin.  Up to now, digital SLRs simply replaced film with an electronic imaging device, which did not significantly change the products in terms of size, weight and user interface.  The new, revolutionary mirrorless camera, the OM-D E-M5, has an exceptionally light and compact body. Its Electronic View Finder enables photographers to check exposure levels, white balance and preview Art Filter effects in real-time.  When shooting, the photographer can instantly “create” a truly unique world and preserve it in exceptional quality.  The “world” will be transformed from something you see to something you “take part” in.

The OM-D is a groundbreaking, new digital interchangeable lens camera perfect for people who want to “take part”, “create”, and “share”.

ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER

The OM-D’s new electronic viewfinder (EVF) features a high-resolution 1.44-million dot LCD, 100% field-of-view coverage, and 1.15x maximum magnification that let you totally immerse yourself in your subject, and actively control image creation. The EVF also enables you to enlarge the focus point for precision focusing in virtually any shooting situation, and can show you the effect of Highlight & Shadow Control, White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Aspect Ratio, and a host of other settings and advanced digital image processing functions right in the viewfinder. With improved precision and responsiveness that make it as easy to use as an optical viewfinder, the OM-D’s advanced EVF gives you virtually unlimited creative control.

HIGH IMAGE QUALITY (samples below)

[Show as slideshow]

FAST AF

The world’s fastest* AF system, FAST AF, has been made even faster and more accurate on the OM-D. Improved new 3D Tracking AF assures you won’t miss the moment even when subjects move toward or away from you, and the new high-sensitivity image sensor ensures superior AF performance even in dim light.

* Among digital cameras with interchangeable lenses available as of February 8, 2012, when using the OLYMPUS M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens with the E-M5, based on Olympus in-house measurement conditions.

9.2 FPS HIGH-SPEED SEQUENTIAL SHOOTING

Thanks to the new 16-megapixel Live MOS image sensor’s high-speed read-out performance, the OM-D offers maximum sequential shooting at 9.2 fps, making it easy to capture sports action or fast-moving subjects such as pets and wildlife. In addition, a compact new high-speed shutter mechanism enables the OM-D to offer this performance without compromising the handling advantages of a light and compact body.

5-AXIS IMAGE STABILIZATION

The OM-D is equipped with the world’s first 5-axis image stabilization system, and can compensate for vertical, horizontal, and rotational camera shake that conventional 2-axis systems of the past have been unable to handle. Built into the camera body to ensure effective stabilization with all lenses, its unique 5-axis design makes it particularly effective when taking high-magnification telephoto shots, macro close-ups, and long exposures. In addition, it can be activated by pressing the shutter button halfway, so you can also use it to stabilize the viewfinder image and obtain a crisp, clear view of your subject that makes it easy to frame and compose your shots.

Sensor unit with new 5-AXIS IS

The new 5-AXIS IS can compensate for five different types of movement:

1) pitching, 2) yawing, 3) horizontal movement, 4) vertical movement, and 5) rotational movement around the optical axis. As a result, it can compensate for types of camera shake that conventional 2-axis systems cannot, such as horizontal/vertical shake during macro shooting, rotational shake during long exposure shooting, and the low-frequency shake caused by walking or breathing during movie recording.

DUST-PROOF & SPLASH-PROOF CONSTRUCTION

Trouble-free shooting in all environments is assured by our proven dust-proof and splash-proof technology. Multiple ring-shaped seals protect the camera from sand, dust, rain, and water spray, making it ideal for all kinds of outdoor shooting. What’s more, the OM-D extends this protection to the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens, the bundled detachable flash unit, and the optional grip and power battery holder.

TILTING 3-INCH OLED TOUCHSCREEN

In addition to offering dial and button controls, the OM-D is the first Olympus camera to feature a tilting touch screen monitor for intuitive fingertip operation. The 3-inch OLED touch screen delivers high-resolution images of your subject with rich color reproduction. It also responds instantly to your touch with fast operation that makes it easy to focus on subjects, play back images, and adjust settings such as exposure and white balance.

LENSES AND ACCESSORIES

In addition to its new electronic motorized M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ lens with quiet, linear drive AF, the OM-D is supported by an ever-expanding range of wide-angle, macro, portrait, and telephoto Micro Four Thirds M.ZUIKO DIGITAL lenses. System accessories include cases, straps, filters, external flash units, and mount adapters for Four Thirds System lenses and OM System lenses.

• Intelligent electronic VIEWFINDER

The High Resolution 1.4million dot EVF is a 100% accurate high eye point electronic viewfinder, delivering precise preview accuracy of highlight/shadow control, white balance and exposure for unlimited creative control. Eye sensor technology provides automatic switching between EVF and 3” tilt monitor.  The shooter can choose from three different EVF informational display modes.

• 16 MEGAPIXEL LIVE-MOS SENSOR & TRUEPIC VI IMAGE PROCESSOR

The new 16-megapixel Live-MOS sensor coupled with the newly developed TruePic VI delivers increased ISO sensitivity up to a staggering 25,600 ISO level. Fast data readout for seamless continuous shooting and support for the FAST AF system. This new processor delivers excellent dynamic range, accurate color fidelity and reduced noise, all the way up to maximum 25,600 ISO.

• WORLD’S FASTEST AUTOFOCUS

The E-M5′s “FAST” contrast type AF system is the worlds fastest so you can follow the action no matter how fast it is happening. The 35 area AF design assures offers the flexibility of choosing a 9 AF area or single AF area pattern to match the situation.  Sophisticated “Eye Detection” function allows the photographer to set this feature to detect the right or left eye.

• IN-BODY IMAGE STABILIZATION

The E-M5 features an all new “5 axis” In-body Image Stabilization system that for the first time can compensate for not only vertical and horizontal camera movement, but as well for rotational camera shake that previous systems could not handle.  It is effective for up to five shutter speed steps*.  As it is built-in to the body, all lenses are stabilized, including wide-angle and fisheye lenses

• 3″ 610,000 DOT tilt/Touch OLED LCD

Dust and Splash Proof like the body; tilt and touch LCD gives you the flexibility to capture your image from low on the ground to above your head, or at any angle. The 100 percent accurate LCD delivers the precise compositional previews.  The touch navigation feature allows the shooter to control various functions in the shooting and playback modes with the touch of a finger.

• ART FILTERS

A series of 11 built-in Art Filters, including the all new “Key Line” filter let you create dramatic effects when shooting stills or video. The innovative Art Filters including Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film, Pin Hole, Diorama, Gentle Sepia, Cross Process, Dramatic Tone and the new Key Line filter, can all be used in all the shooting modes – Aperture, Shutter, Program and Manual modes.  Certain Art Filter effects can even be combined, and creative frames can also be overlaid, all right in the camera.

• RUGGED CONSTRUCTION

Magnesium-alloy and Aluminum construction coupled with advanced splash and dust protection, make the E-M5 the perfect choice for photographers who need a camera that is not limited by harsh environments and that they can depend on in any situation.

• DUST REDUCTION SYSTEM

The E-M5′s proven Dust Reduction System, with the Supersonic Wave Filter™ (SWF) self-cleaning ultrasonic sensor unit, eliminates dust particles on the sensor by silently vibrating an amazing 30,000 times per second, ensuring spot-free images. It is a sealed unit integrated into the stabilizer/sensor assembly.

• SHUTTER DURABILITY

Durable shutter mechanism tested to 100,000 cycles. The pro-level shutter ensures reliability, even during extended burst shooting at nine frames per second.

• DATA STORAGE

The E-M5 accepts SD- SDHC/SDXC, cards in a weatherproof slot.  This media format possesses the ultra-fast data transfer speeds necessary to support burst shooting with simultaneous recording of RAW and JPEG files as well as HD Movie recording.

• MULTIPLE EXPOSURE

Multiple Exposure makes heightened creativity an easily-obtained objective. Two frames can be combined, and portions of one can be combined with those of another in any of the shooting modes. Additional RAW frames can be overlaid in the playback mode.

• MULTIPLE ASPECT RATIOS

Express yourself by altering how you frame the world — choose from nine aspect ratios, from the standard 4:3 to the cinematic 16:9. By selecting an aspect ratio before shooting and easily reviewing images on the LCD throughout the shoot, the Multi-Aspect function adds a new means of expression to your photography.

• WIRELESS FLASH CONTROL

The E-M5 is compatible with a range of optional external flashes, including the Olympus FL-300R and FL-600R. Both of these flashes can be controlled wirelessly by the E-M5 so you can dynamically control lighting as your photography skills grow. The E-M5 features a commander function incorporated into the included clip on FLLM-2 flash, making wireless multi-flash photography possible without using an outside commander.

• DIGITAL LEVELER

The camera’s Digital Leveler function is a highly functional and practical feature for such specialized requirements as architectural photography and other similar needs. It can be displayed on the 3” OLED monitor or in the EVF

• HD VIDEO

Shoot movies at full 1080 HD resolution with available manual control over aperture and shutter speed. This level of control allows you to express your vision exactly how you want in your HD videos. When shooting a movie you have the choice of Standard or HD Movie with or without the 11 Art Filters, total movie creativity is in your control. Record movies in the .avi or .mov formats.

The weekend’s precipitous frozen flurry presented a wondrous opportunity to capture the majesty of winter’s cloak. Armored in boots, cap and gloves, I marched into the white of Sunday morning’s golden light with my Nikon D-SLR and a spare battery, of course, warm and snug in the pocket of my Gortex jacket!

Strong diagonal rays and shadows accentuate a classic winter scene.

©Franklin Viola

IPTC Data: Nikon D2Xs, Nikon 12-24 at 12mm, ISO 200, f/8 at 1/125sec (Manual mode), Tripod

Emphasizing powder coating with ‘close-focus wide-angle’ imaging

©Franklin Viola

IPTC Data: Nikon D2Xs, Nikon 12-24 at 22mm, ISO 200, f/5.6 at 1/250sec (Manual mode)

Recently on assignment in Panama, I used my Nikon 200-400 VR AF-S lens and Nikon D300 camera to capture this image of a Female Black-Chinned Hummingbird (Archilochus alexandri) drinking nectar from a Hibiscus flower.

©Franklin Viola

IPTC Data: Nikon D300, Nikon 200-400 VR AF-S f/4 at 400mm (effective 600mm on DX body), ISO 640, f/8 at 1/200sec, iTTL fill-flash with Nikon SB800 (EV-2.0), Tripod

Observing the tiny birds ‘routine flight path’ to specific flowers for over an hour, I pre-set focus in AF, then switched to Manual focus to ‘lock’ my composition. Using a Nikon wired shutter-release, Bogen carbon-fiber tripod and Wimberly gimbal-head, the 200-400mm never flinched even in my excitement as the ‘hummer’ flew into position. iTTL fill-flash from a Nikon SB800 (hand-held via SC17 cable) applied just the right  ’stop-action’ to complement the gyrating wing-blur. This artificial ‘light’ also added color ‘pop’, an often under-used tool in outdoor photography!

Nikon’s 200-400mm VR f/4 AF-S lens works with all Nikon ‘full-frame’, as well as Nikon APS-size sensor (DX) D-SLRs. You too can ‘reach out’ with this lens through BCC’s rental department. Call 201.664.4113 or come by the Westwood store for more details.

After working at Bergen County Camera in 1988 / 89, Franklin Viola followed his dreams and became an award winning Commercial and Editorial Photographer. Combining his studies in Marine Science (BS Texas A&M Galveston’82), Scuba Diving (NAUI Instructor 1986) and self-taught photographic skills, Franklin traveled the world shooting underwater photo-stories for such magazines as National Geographic WORLD, Ranger Rick, Boy’s Life, Sport Diver and Natural History to name a few. In 1994, the British Museum of Natural History (London) awarded Franklin one of the top 10 Wildlife Photographers of the Year.

BCC welcomed Franklin back for the 2011 Holiday Season to share his photographic knowledge with our customers and his business savvy with our professional team. As a featured contributor on BCC’s photography blog, Franklin will open up his treasure chest of ‘tips’ for capturing great photographs.

You may see more of Franklin’s work at www.violaphoto.com

Look for Franklin’s first post in a few days.

Bergen County Camera is happy to report Fuji’s announcement of  the 16 megapixel Fujifilm X-Pro1 interchangeable lens camera. The camera has earned a CES “Best in Show” designation. Our buyer who is at CES will share his review when he returns from Las Vegas. The X-Pro1 uses APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor™,  a brand new X lens mount, along with three brand new prime lenses. Bergen County Camera is currently taking orders for the Fuji X-Pro1. Please email or call 201-664-4113 if you would like to add your name to our first come first served list, no deposit required. Should you have questions, our staff of photographic experts are ready to assist.

Download the complete X-Pro1 brochure from Fuji’s website

Here are the Specifications from Fuji’s website

Model Name FUJIFILM X-Pro1

Number of effective pixels 16.3 million pixels

Image sensor 23.6 mm x 15.6 mm (APS-C) X-Trans CMOS with primary color filter – Sensor Cleaning system: Ultra Sonic Vibration

Storage media SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card*1

File format still image

• JPEG (Exif Ver 2.3)*2
• RAW (RAF format),
• RAW+JPEG
• (Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible)
• movie: H.264 (MOV) with Stereo sound

Number of recorded pixels

• L : (3:2) 4896 x 3264 / (16:9) 4896 x 2760 / (1:1) 3264 x 3264
• M : (3:2) 3456 x 2304 / (16:9) 3456 x 1944 / (1:1) 2304 x 2304
• S : (3:2) 2496 x 1664 / (16:9) 2496 x 1408 / (1:1) 1664 x 1664
• <Motion Panorama>
• L Vertical: 7680 x 2160 Horizontal: 7680 x 1440
• M Vertical: 5120 x 2160 Horizontal: 5120 x 1440

Lens mount FUJIFILM X mount

Compatible Interchangeable lens

• FUJINON LENS XF18mmF2 R
• FUJINON LENS XF35mmF1.4 R
• FUJINON LENS XF60mmF2.4 R Macro

Sensitivity Equivalent to ISO 200 – 6400 (Standard Output Sensitivity), AUTO mode : AUTO (400) / AUTO (800) / AUTO (1600) / AUTO (3200), Extended output sensitivity equivalent ISO 100, 12800 and 25600

Exposure control TTL 256-zones metering, Multi / Spot / Average

Exposure mode Programmed AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual exposure

Exposure compensation -2.0 EV – +2.0 EV, inclement with 1/3 EV step

Shutter control Focal Plane Shutter

Shutter speed: (with mechanical shutter) (P mode) 1/4 sec. to 1/4000 sec.,  (All other modes) 30 sec. to 1/4000 sec. Bulb (max. 60 min.) Time 2 to 30 sec.

Synchronized Shutter speed for flash : 1/180 sec or slower (P mode or A mode) 1/160 sec or sowler (S mode or M mode) * 1/180 sec can be automatically set at some shooting conditions on P mode or A mode.

Continuous shooting Max 6 / 3 fps selectable

Auto bracketing

• AE Bracketing (±1/3 EV, ±2/3 EV, ±1 EV)
• Film Simulation Bracketing (Any 3 type of film simulation selectable)
• Dynamic Range Bracketing (100%, 200%, 400%)
• ISO sensitivity Bracketing (±1/3 EV, ±2/3 EV, ±1 EV)

Focus mode:

• Single AF / Continuous AF / MF Distance Indicator
• type – TTL contrast AF, AF assist illuminator available
• AF frame selection Area:  (EVF / LCD: 49 areas with 7 x 7, OVF: 25 areas with 5 x 5) / Multi* changeable size of AF frame: among 5 type

White balance

• Automatic scene recognition
• Custom, Color temperature selection (K)
• Preset: Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, underwater

Film Simulation mode 10 type (PROVIA/STANDARD, Velvia/VIVID, ASTIA/SOFT, PRO Neg Hi, PRO Neg Std, MONOCHROME, MONOCHROME+Ye FILTER, MONOCHROME+R FILTER, MONOCHROME+G FILTER, SEPIA)

Dynamic range setting AUTO (100-400%), 100%, 200%, 400%

Self-timer Approx. 10 sec. / 2 sec. Delay

Flash modes Hot shoe with TTL contacts; sync terminal

Red-eye removal OFF: Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro.

Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto, Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro, Red-eye Reduction & Rear-curtain Synchro.

Hot shoe Yes (dedicated TTL Flash compatible)

Viewfinder Hybrid Multi Viewfinder

Optical viewfinder

Reverse Galilean viewfinder with electronic bright frame display

Magnifications: 0.37x / 0.6x

Coverage of frame area v.s. capturing area: approx. 90%

Electronic viewfinder

0.47-in., approx. 1,440,000-dots color LCD viewfinder

Coverage of viewing area v.s capturing area: approx. 100%

Eye sensor installed

Eye point:

approx. 14 mm

LCD monitor 3.0-inch RGBW (White) LCD monitor, approx. 1,230,000 dots, (Approx. 100% coverage)

Movie recording 1920 x 1080 pixels, 1280 x 720 pixels (24 frames/sec.) with stereo sound

Individual movies can not exceed 29 minutes in length.

Photography functions Select custom setting, Motion panorama, Color space, Color (Saturation), sharpness, Dynamic range, Film simulation, Gradation, Auto red-eye removal, Framing guideline, Frame No. memory, Histogram display, Preview depth of focus, Focus check, Electronic level, Multiple exposure, Date input, Fn button setting (RAW, Movie, etc)

Playback functions RAW conversing, Image rotate, Red-eye reduction, Photobook assist, Erase selected frames, image search, Multi-frame playback (with micro thumbnail), Slide show, Mark for upload, Protect, Crop, Resize, Panorama, Favorites

Other functions PictBridge, Exif Print, Languages selection, Time difference, Quick start mode, Power save mode, Silent mode

Terminal Video output

Digital interface

USB 2.0 High-Speed

HDMI output

HDMI mini connector

Power supply NP-W126 Li-ion battery (included)

Dimensions 139.5 (W) x 81.8 (H) x 42.5 (D) mm / 5.5 (W) x 3.2 (H) x 1.7 (D) in.

(Minimum depth: 34.1 mm / 1.3 in.)

Weight Approx. 450 g / 15.9 oz. (including battery and memory card)

Approx. 400 g / 14.1 oz. (excluding battery and memory card)

Operating Temperature 0°C – 40°C

Operating Humidity 10 – 80% (no condensation)

Guide to the number of available frames for battery operation approx 300 frames

Starting up period Approx. 0.5 sec. ( Approx 1.0 sec, when QUICK START mode and Power save mode is set to OFF)

* evaluated by FUJIFILM method

Accessories included

• Li-ion battery NP-W126
• Battery charger BC-W126
• Shoulder strap
• USB cable
• Body cap
• Metal strap clip
• Protective cover
• Clip attaching tool
• CD-ROM (Viewer software, RAW File Converter etc.*3)
• Owner’s manual

*1

Please see the Fujifilm website to check memory card compatibility.

*2

Exif 2.3 is a digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing.

*3

OS compatibility

Viewer software: Windows 7 / Vista / XP, Mac OS X 10.9-10.6

RAW File Converter: Windows 7 / Vista / XP, Mac OS X 10.9-10.7

D-Lux 5 Update

The new firmware will improve the following:

• Auto Focus speed-up.
• The upper limit of the shutter speed in Manual Exposure Mode has been raised (max. 250 seconds).
• [HIGH ISO NR] for ISO 1600 and ISO 3200 has been added to the [REC] menu.
• When [MF] is set, you can make fine adjustments to the focus using a simpler operation than before.
• Improved auto white balance performance. • The position and size of the AF area you have set are now stored.
• [ACTIVE MODE] has been added to the [MOTION PICTURE] menu.
• The AF/AE Lock operated by half-pressing the shutter button has been improved.
• [MINIATURE EFFECT] has been added to My Color Mode
• [MONITOR] / [VIEWFINDER] has been added to the [SETUP] menu.

Leica s2 Firmware Update

The new S2 firmware adds support for the new S-Lens Leica Elmarit-S 30 mm/f2.8 ASPH.

This zoom lens has a maximum magnification of 4.2X, covering a range that extends from a wide angle of 24mm (35mm camera equivalent) – ideal for taking wide shots even indoors – to a medium telephoto focal length of 100mm (35mm camera equivalent), – optimal for portraits. A newly developed motorized zoom mechanism makes smooth, quiet zooming while shooting movies possible. The AF system is based on the MSC (Movie & Still Compatible) mechanism, and enhanced by a newly developed “Linear Motor Drive” that enables faster, quieter focusing. Macro shooting as close as 7.87 inches with a maximum image magnification of 0.72X (35mm camera equivalent) is possible. Dust and Splash Proof construction lets you shoot in harsh conditions without worry.

We are expecting this lens in January 2012. If you have questions or would like to put your name on our waiting list, please email or give us a call at 201-664-4113.

Bergen County Camera is pleased to offer Leica’s M9 upgrade program. M9 owners can now upgrade their M9 cameras with the product features of the M9-P. Leica Camera is offering two upgrade packages which will be available through Bergen County Camera.

Leica M9 Upgrade Package 1 – Sapphire Glass – $1,295
• The display cover will be replaced with the sought after sapphire glass of the M9-P.
• Choice between Vulcanite Leatherette or Smooth MP-Style Leatherette.

Leica M9 Upgrade Package 2 – Top Cover and Sapphire Glass – $1,995
• The display cover will be replaced with the valuable sapphire glass of the M9-P.
• The top cover will be replaced with either the silver chrome or black painted M9-P top cover.
• The bottom cover will be replaced with the corresponding color.
• Choice between Vulcanite Leatherette or Smooth MP-Style Leatherette.

The M9 upgrade service:
• Please call us to begin your upgrade.
• All work is done at Leica’s facility in Allendale, NJ.
• This upgrade is considered part of a regular repair service.
• All service fees will be paid to Bergen County Camera.
• Turn around will depend on volume for the M9 upgrades & customers can request to be informed of the return ship date.
• Warranty of the M9 with the upgrade will be extended by another year from the original warranty expiration date.
• The upgraded M9 will be shipped back to the dealer.

If you have any questions about the M9 upgrade service, please do not hesitate to contact Bergen County Camera.

Below is a list of FAQs regarding the M9 Upgrade Program.

Can any M9 be upgraded?
Yes, any M9 can be upgraded.

Where will the upgrades be done?
The upgrades will be done at Leica Camera USA’s facility in Allendale, NJ.

How long will the upgrade take? How long will I be without my camera?
Leica’s upgrade capacity is limited. Let us know when you are interested and we’ll get the timing and the day that Leica needs the camera coordinated for you. Leica’s goal is to have a door-to-door time of less than 4 weeks.

For the cost of the M9, should it not have come with these features?
The sapphire glass is unique on cameras. The sapphire glass has a very high material cost. It would raise the prices on standard cameras; therefore we are offering this as an upgrade.

Is this not just Leica charging the customer to fix design flaws in the camera?
The LCD glass is standard in the industry and does not represent a design flaw.

Will I be able to purchase a new M9 with these upgrades? Will they become ‘standard’?
A new M9 will not have these upgrades. The upgrades will not become ‘standard’ to the M9. Customers should instead buy the M9-P.

Will the Sapphire Glass cover be available as a part?
The sapphire glass will not be available as a single spare part.

Can I have either Upgrade Package without the Warranty Extension for a reduced cost?
No.

Can I have a top plate in one color and bottom plate in another color?
No.

Can the leatherette on an M9 be changed?
Yes, it can be changed for an additional charge if not done as part of the upgrade.

What happens to the serial number?
The serial number remains the same.

Is the lettering “M9-P” engraved on the existing horse shoe?
No, it will not have the lettering “M9-P”.

Other questions? Please call Bergen County Camera and we’ll get the answer for you.

Leica Camera just announced the Leica V-LUX 3, a fantastic addition to Leica’s line-up of digital compact cameras. The V-LUX 3 focal length range of 25mm – 600 mm and its full HD video recording function, the new Leica V-LUX 3 expands Leica’s range of digital compact cameras. This innovative “all-in-one” camera combines classic photography functions with video quality that is on par with premium camcorders. We’ll post again once we’ve got a chance to check the camera and have some images to share. Read on for specifications and features from Leica.

Leica V-LUX 3:
• Focal range of 25mm – 600mm, with a 24x super telephoto zoom for photo and video modes
• 12.1 MP CMOS sensor and a burst shooting speed of 12 frames per second at full resolution
• Full HD video recording function with stereo sound
• Electronic viewfinder and 3 inch tilting display
• Compact design but packed with features of an entry-level DSLR camera
• Packaged with Adobe Photoshop Elements and Adobe Premier Elements
• 2-year warranty
Features of the Leica V- LUX 3
The Leica Vario-Elmarit 4.5-108mm f/2.8-5.2 ASPH. lens has an impressive focal length range, from 25mm super wide angle to 600mm (35mm equivalent), with 24x super telephoto zoom for photo and video modes, providing the perfect solution for almost any photographic situation. The newly developed 12.1 MP CMOS sensor delivers exceptional picture quality and a burst shooting speed of 12 frames per second at full resolution, making it one of the fastest in its class. The camera also delivers full HD quality videos with stereo sound and HDMI connectivity. The 3″ tilting display can be rotated in almost every direction, making it easy to take worm’s eye view or overhead shots. Compact in design, the camera is easy to transport, making it the ideal companion wherever one goes.

Adobe Photoshop Elements Premiere Elements will be offered as free downloads, a complete software package for editing photos and videos. Customers can request this by registering in the “Customer Area” of Leica Camera’s homepage.

Submitted by George Ligos

Daughter-in-Law Lisa Ligos baked this cake to celebrate the 80th birthday of George Ligos. Lisa bakes specialized forms of cakes for all occasions.