28-102 mm equivalent, 3.6 x optical zoom, F2.8-5.6
Memory card
SD/MMC card
Max memory
Up to 2GB (SD/MMC; early body, SDHC/SDXC cards are not supported)
Battery
Leica BP-DC4 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Size
94 x 51 x 24 mm
Weight
155 g with batteries
Leica C-Lux 1 FAQ
What battery does the Leica C-Lux 1 use?
Leica C-Lux 1 uses Leica BP-DC4 rechargeable Li-ion battery. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Leica C-Lux 1 take?
Leica C-Lux 1 uses SD/MMC card. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2GB (SD/MMC; early body, SDHC/SDXC cards are not supported); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Leica C-Lux 1 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 6 MP Leica digital camera from 2006 with 1/2.5-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Leica options, compare Leica C-Lux and Leica C-Lux 2.
How do you transfer photos from the Leica C-Lux 1?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Leica C-Lux 1 is worth judging as its own Leica compact digital cameras body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Leica C-Lux 1 works best when you want simple snapshots, direct flash, and the relaxed character people look for in older digital compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its premium compact digital sensor and built-in compact zoom lens are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Leica D-Lux 2, Leica C-Lux 2, Leica Digilux 1, Leica X (Typ 113) to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
