Originally Posted by
aktchi
It has the same hardware but different software. Worth the extra cost? Not to me, but that is a very subjective decision. However, one thing is certain: The name "Leica" will make your camera attractive to potential thieves, most of whom don't appreciate the quality of "Panasonic" or "Lumix" yet.
I wonder if you can 'hack' your LX3 and turn it into a Leica from a software perspective.
Anyway, now another tough choice - the Powershot S90 against the LX3. S90 has better zoom, and is newer - but the LX3 seems to get called out often for taking excellent scenic photos.
Decisions, decisions.