Specification :
Leica D-Lux 8 100 YEARS OF LEICA
This anniversary edition, with its clean lines and nickel-colored accents, pays homage to the Leica I from 1925. Design details such as the conical collar around the shutter release and the cross-milled pattern on the top dials reflect its heritage. The D-Lux 8 100 YEARS OF LEICA also omits the thumb rest, the iconic red Leica logo, and the model name engraving. Another distinctive feature is the black leatherette trim – its texture echoes that of M-Cameras.
The Leica D-Lux 8 is there when you need it. In moments that matter, it captures things as they are, so you can remember them for a lifetime. Forever in the here and now.
Original, authentic Leica design – everything about it says it’s got Leica DNA.
At 21 MP, it’s the most compact form of high resolution.
Pure Ease for the Here and Now
Whether manual or fully automatic, the Leica’s simple operation ensures you capture the moment before it slips away. The ergonomic design, intuitive layout, touchscreen, high-resolution OLED viewfinder, and optical zoom allow you to capture and share with emotion.
Unmistakable, with the Original Leica Look
Stand out in today’s world of photography.
The signature Leica image quality provides more authentic and pure results that elevate your photography beyond everyday convenience.
Be blown away by a powerful 4/3” CMOS sensor (21 MP, 17 MP effective).
Detailed photos, even in tough lighting, thanks to the fast Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9–34mm f/1.7-2.8 ASPH. zoom lens.
On Your Phone in an Instant
Instantly transfer your images using the Leica FOTOS App. This allows you to do everything you desire, seamlessly blending the timeless with the modern.
Put Your Subjects in the Right Light
What does that cute flash cost? Relax, it comes with the camera.
Enhance low-light photography, reduce shadows while shooting portraits or experiment with second curtain sync for exciting action photos with flash. The small yet powerful flash makes it easy to create photos with a distinctive look.
| Camera type | Digital compact camera |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 130 x 69 x 62 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 397 g/357 g (with/without battery) |
| Sensor size | 4/3“ CMOS sensor, 21,77 MP/17 MP (total/effective) |
| Buffer | DNG™: 14 or higher*, JPG: 100 or higher* *Based on CIPA standards and a memory card with high read/write speed. Capacity, depending on frame rate and picture format, estimated quantity (number of possible images in the buffer memory) |
| Storage medium | UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card |
| Material | Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leatherette covering |
| Lens | Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9–34 f/1.7–2.8 ASPH. (35 mm equivalent: 24–75 mm) aperture range: 1.7–16/2.8–16 (at 10.9/34 mm) |
| Lens filter thread | E43 |
| Aperture range | Depending on zoom level, F1.7 to F16 in 1⁄3 EV increments (wide angle) F1.7 to F16; (tele zoom) F2.8 to F16 in 1/3 EV increments |
| Operating conditions | 0°C to +40°C |
| Interfaces | ISO accessory shoe with additional control contacts for Leica flash units, HDMI jack Type D, USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type C |
| Tripod thread | A 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”) with stainless steel in the base |
| Image stabilization | Visual compensation system for photos and video recordings |
| Filter | RGB color filter, UV/IR filter |
| File formats | Photo: DNG™ (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31) Video: MP4, H.264, AAC stereo |
| Photo resolution |
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| DNG™ | 16:9 - 5152 x 2904 (15 MP) 3:2 - 4928 x 3288 (16.2 MP) 4:3 - 4736 x 3552 (16.8 MP) 1:1 - 3552 x 3552 (12.6 MP) |
| L-JPG | 16:9 - 5152 x 2904 (15 MP) 3:2 - 4928 x 3288 (16.2 MP) 4:3 - 4736 x 3552 (16.8 MP) 1:1 - 3552 x 3552 (12.6 MP) |
| M-JPG | 16:9 - 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP) 3:2 - 3504 x 2336 (8.2 MP) 4:3 - 3360 x 2520 (8.5 MP) 1:1 - 2528 x 2528 (6.4 MP) |
| S-JPG | 16:9 - 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP) 3:2 - 2496 x 1664 (4.2 MP) 4:3 - 2368 x 1776 (4.2 MP) 1:1 - 1776 x 1776 (3.2 MP) |
| File size | |
| DNG™ | approx. 31 MB, depending on resolution and image content |
| JPG | depending on resolution and image content |
| Video | max. length: 29 min |
| Color depth | |
| DNG™ | 12 bit |
| JPG | 8 bit |
| Color space | Photo: sRGB |
| Video Resolution | |
| 4K | 3840 x 2160 |
| Full HD | 1920 x 1080 |
| HD | 1280 x 720 |
| Video frame rate/bit rate | |
| 4K 30 p | 29.97 fps - 4K 4:2:0 / 8 bit - h.264 L-GOP 100 Mbps |
| 4K 24 p | 23.98 fps - 4K 4:2:0 / 8 bit - h.264 L-GOP 100 Mbps |
| FHD 60 p | 59.94 fps - FHD 4:2:0 / 8 bit - h.264 L-GOP 28 Mbps |
| FHD 30 p | 29.97 fps - FHD 4:2:0 / 8 bit - h.264 L-GOP 20 Mbps |
| HD 30 p | 29.97 fps - HD 4:2:0 / 8 bit - h.264 L-GOP 10 Mbps |
| Viewfinder/LCD panel | |
| Viewfinder (EVF) | OLED, Resolution: 2,360,000 dots, 60 fps, magnification: 0.74x, at aspect ratio: 4:3, exit pupil position: 20 mm, setting range -4/+4 dpt, with eye sensor for automatic switchover between viewfinder and LCD panel, time delay 0.005 s |
| LCD panel | 3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel |
| Shutter | |
| Shutter type | Mechanical central shutter or optional electronic shutter |
| Shutter speeds | Mechanical shutter: 60 s to 1⁄4000 s Electronic shutter function: 1 s to 1⁄16000 s |
| Shutter button | Two-stage (1st stage: Activation of the camera electronics including autofocus and exposure metering, 2nd stage: Taking the picture) |
| Self-timer | Delay time: 2 s or 12 s |
| Drive Mode | ?Single?, ?Interval Shooting?, ?Exposure Bracketing? Continuous shooting: |
| Focusing | |
| Focus range | 50 cm to ∞ With macro setting: from 3 cm (wide angle), from 30 cm (tele zoom) |
| Focus mode | Automatic, Automatic (macro), or Manual |
| Autofocus system | Contrast detection |
| Autofocus modes | ?Intelligent AF? (autonomously selects ?AFs? and ?AFc?), ?AFs?, ?AFc? |
| Autofocus metering methods | ?Spot? (can be shifted), ?Field? (can be shifted and scaled), ?Multi-Field?, ?Zone? (can be shifted), ?Eye / Face?, Tracking? |
| Autofocus metering fields | 49 |
| Exposure | |
| Exposure metering | TTL (exposure metering through the lens), with working aperture |
| Metering principle | Exposure metering is done by the image sensor for all exposure metering methods |
| Exposure metering methods | ?Spot?, ?Center-Weighted?, ?Multi-Field? |
| Exposure modes | Program AE mode (P) Aperture-priority mode (A): manual aperture setting Shutter-priority mode (S): manual shutter-speed setting Manual (M): manual setting for shutter speed and aperture Various fully automatic variants (?Scene Mode?): ?Auto?, ?Portrait?, ?Landscape?, ?Night Scenery?, ?Miniature Effect?, ?One Point Color?, ?HDR? |
| Exposure compensation | ±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments |
| Automatic bracketing | 3, 5 or 7 frames, graduations between shoots up to 1 EV, in 1⁄3 EV increments additional optional exposure compensation: up to ±3 EV |
| ISO sensitivity range | |
| ?Auto ISO? | Photo ISO 100–ISO 25 000 | Video ISO 100–ISO 6 400 |
| Manual | Photo ISO 100–ISO 25 000 | Video ISO 100–ISO 6 400 |
| White balance | Automatic (?Auto?), default (?Daylight?, ?Cloudy?, ?Shadow?, ?Tungsten?, ?Flash?), manual metering (?Gray Card?), manual color temperature settings (?Color Temperature?, 2500 K to 10000 K) |
| Flash | |
| Flash unit | Included in the delivery: Leica CF D |
| Flash angle | Aligned with the shortest focal length of the lens of 10.9 mm |
| Guide number | 10/7 (at ISO 200/100) |
| Flash range | Approx. 0.6–14.1 m/0.3–8.5 m (at shortest/longest focal length) |
| Flash unit connector | Via the accessory shoe |
| Flash sync time | : 1⁄4000 s, slower shutter speeds available |
| Flash exposure compensation | ±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments |
| Equipment | |
| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| WLAN | WLAN function for connecting to the Leica FOTOS app. The Leica app is available from the Apple App Store™ or the Google Play Store™. IEEE802.11b/g/n Channel 1–11 (2412–2462 MHz), maximum output (e.i.r.p.): 5.9 dBm, encryption method: WLAN-compatible WPA™/WPA2™ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 LE: Channel 0–39 (2402–2480 MHz), maximum output (e.i.r.p.): 1.2 dBm |
| GPS | Not available everywhere due to country-specific legislation; can be added via the Leica FOTOS app. Data is written to Exif header of the picture files. |
| Menu languages | English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean |
| Power supply | |
| Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-DC15) | Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, rated voltage: 7.2 V (DC), capacity: 1025 mAh (min.), manufacturer: Panasonic Energy (Wuxi) Co. Ltd., Made in China |
| Charging via USB | With camera switched off: 5 V/1500 mA (2.5 W or greater) |
| Rated values for input voltage/power | 7.2 V 0.9 A (battery), 5 V 1.0 A (USB) |
