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D-Lux 8

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 The D-Lux 8 encapsulates the Leica experience in a compact form. Its iconic design, intuitive handling, and exceptional quality are a testament to the excellence of the legendary Leica brand. With its fast Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9-34 f/1.7-2.8 ASPH. lens and a CMOS sensor with 22 MP, excellent image quality is guaranteed. The Leica D-Lux 8 supports the DNG format, and a powerful flash included in the scope of delivery enhances creative possibilities for modern photographers.


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  • Redesigned body made of magnesium die-cast with a new button layout, inspired by the Leica Q System
  • New user interface, providing easier navigation and increased customizability
  • Powerful 4/3” CMOS Sensor with 17 MP output
  • 48% increase in backscreen resolution
  • Fast Leica DC Vario-Summilux 24-75 mm f/1.7-2.8 (35mm equivalent) lens
  • 4/3” CMOS sensor, 22 MP/17 MP (total/effective)
  • The first D-Lux camera with an OLED viewfinder
  • The first D-Lux camera to output DNG files
  • The first D-Lux camera with USH-II SD card support
  • The first D-Lux camera to offer RAW and video file transfer ability to a mobile device, using the Leica FOTOS app
  • On-camera flash included
  • The perfect everyday, everywhere compact camera
  • Leica D-Lux 8
  • On Camera Flash Unit
  • Lens Cap
  • Hand Strap
  • Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery (BP-DC15)
  • Quick Start Guide

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</style><table><tbody><tr><th>Feature</th><th>Description</th></tr><tr><td>Camera type</td><td>Digital Micro Four Thirds compact camera</td></tr><tr><td>Type No.</td><td>3952A</td></tr><tr><td>Order No.</td><td>19191</td></tr><tr><td>Buffer memory</td><td>DNGTM: 14 or higher*, JPG: 100 or higher*</td></tr><tr><td>Continuous shooting speeds</td><td>DNG: 11 fps - 12, 7 fps - 12, 2fps - 100<br>DNG + JPG: 11 fps - 13, 7 fps - 13, 2fps - 100<br>JPG: 11 fps - 14, 7 fps - 14, 2fps - 100</td></tr><tr><td>Storage medium</td><td>UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card</td></tr><tr><td>Material</td><td>Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leatherette covering</td></tr><tr><td>Operating conditions</td><td>0°C to +40°C</td></tr><tr><td>Interfaces</td><td>ISO accessory shoe with additional control contacts for Leica flash units, HDMI jack Type D, USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type C</td></tr><tr><td>Tripod thread</td><td>A 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”) with stainless steel in the base</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>Please see image below</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>Approx. 397 g/357 g (with/without battery)</td></tr><tr><td>Sensor size</td><td>4/3“ CMOS sensor, 21.77 MP/17 MP (total/effective)</td></tr><tr><td>Filter</td><td>RGB color filter, UV/IR filter</td></tr><tr><td>File formats</td><td>Photo: DNGTM (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31)<br>Video: MP4, H.264, AAC stereo</td></tr><tr><td>File size</td><td>DNGTM: approx. 31 MB, depending on resolution and image content<br>JPG: depending on resolution and image content<br>Video: max. length: 29 min</td></tr><tr><td>Color depth</td><td>DNGTM: 12 bit<br>JPG: 8 bit</td></tr><tr><td>Color space</td><td>Photo: sRGB</td></tr><tr><td>Lens Designation</td><td>Leica DC Vario-Summilux 1:1.7–2.8/10.9–34 ASPH., 35 mm equivalent: 24–75 mm, aperture range: 1.7–16/2.8–16 (at 10.9/34 mm)</td></tr><tr><td>Lens filter thread</td><td>E43</td></tr><tr><td>Image stabilization</td><td>Visual compensation system for photos and video recordings</td></tr><tr><td>Aperture range</td><td>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</td></tr><tr><td>Viewfinder (EVF)</td><td>OLED, Resolution: 2,360,000 dots, 60 fps, magnification: 0.74x, aspect ratio: 4:3, exit pupil position: 20 mm, setting range -4/+4 dpt, with eye sensor for automatic switchover</td></tr><tr><td>LCD panel</td><td>3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel</td></tr><tr><td>Shutter</td><td>Shutter type: Mechanical central shutter or optional electronic shutter<br>Shutter speeds: Mechanical shutter: 60 s to 1⁄4000 s, Electronic shutter: 1 s to 1⁄16000 s</td></tr><tr><td>Shutter button</td><td>Two-stage, (1st stage: Activation of the camera electronics including autofocus and exposure metering, 2nd stage: Taking the picture)</td></tr><tr><td>Self-timer</td><td>Delay time: 2 s or 12 s</td></tr><tr><td>Drive Mode</td><td>Single, Interval Shooting, Exposure Bracketing</td></tr><tr><td>Continuous shooting</td><td>Continuous Shooting - 2 fps, 12 bit, AF<br>Continuous Shooting - 7 fps, 10 bit<br>Continuous Shooting - 11 fps, 10 bit</td></tr><tr><td>Focusing</td><td>Focus range 50 cm to ∞ With macro setting: from 3 cm (wide angle), from 30 cm (tele zoom)</td></tr><tr><td>Focus mode</td><td>Automatic, Automatic (macro), or Manual</td></tr><tr><td>Autofocus system</td><td>Contrast detection</td></tr><tr><td>Autofocus modes</td><td>Intelligent AF (autonomously selects AFs and AFc), AFs, AFc</td></tr><tr><td>Autofocus metering methods</td><td>Spot (can be shifted), Field (can be shifted and scaled), Multi-Field, Zone (can be shifted), Eye / Face, Tracking</td></tr><tr><td>Autofocus metering fields</td><td>49</td></tr><tr><td>Exposure metering</td><td>TTL (exposure metering through the lens), with working aperture</td></tr><tr><td>Metering principle</td><td>Exposure metering is done by the image sensor for all exposure metering methods</td></tr><tr><td>Exposure metering methods</td><td>Spot, Center-Weighted, Multi-Field</td></tr><tr><td>Exposure modes</td><td>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</td></tr><tr><td>Exposure compensation</td><td>±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments</td></tr><tr><td>Automatic bracketing</td><td>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</td></tr><tr><td>ISO sensitivity range</td><td>Photo: Auto ISO ISO 100–ISO 25 000<br>Video: ISO 100–ISO 6 400</td></tr><tr><td>White balance</td><td>Automatic (Auto), default (Daylight, Cloudy, Shadow, Tungsten, Flash), manual metering (Gray Card), manual color temperature settings (Color Temperature, 2500 K to 10000 K)</td></tr><tr><td>Flash unit</td><td>Included in the delivery: Leica CF D</td></tr><tr><td>Flash angle</td><td>Aligned with the shortest focal length of the lens of 10.9 mm</td></tr><tr><td>Guide number</td><td>10/7 (at ISO 200/100)</td></tr><tr><td>Flash range</td><td>Approx. 0.6–14.1 m/0.3–8.5 m (at shortest/longest focal length)</td></tr><tr><td>Flash unit connector</td><td>Via the accessory shoe</td></tr><tr><td>Flash sync time</td><td>1⁄4000 s, slower shutter speeds available</td></tr><tr><td>Flash exposure compensation</td><td>±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments</td></tr><tr><td>Equipment</td><td>Microphone: Stereo<br>Speaker: Mono</td></tr><tr><td>WLAN</td><td>WLAN function for connecting to the Leica FOTOS app. The Leica app is available from the Apple App StoreTM or the Google Play StoreTM. IEEE802.11b/g/n Channel 1–11 (2412–2462 MHz), maximum output (e.i.r.p.): 5.9 dBm, encryption method</td></tr><tr><td>WPATM/WPA2TM</td></tr><tr><td>Bluetooth</td><td>Bluetooth 5.0 LE: Channel 0–39 (2402–2480 MHz), maximum output (e.i.r.p.): 1.2 dBm</td></tr><tr><td>GPS</td><td>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.</td></tr><tr><td>Menu languages</td><td>English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified</td></tr><tr><td>Rechargeable battery</td><td>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</td></tr><tr><td>Charging via USB</td><td>With camera switched off: 5 V/1500 mA (2.5 W or greater)</td></tr><tr><td>Rated values for input voltage/power</td><td>7.2 V 0.9 A (battery), 5 V 1.0 A (USB)</td></tr></tbody></table>

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Uncomplicated. Authentic. Leica.  

The Leica D-Lux 8 is designed for pure photographic enjoyment and seamless operation. It offers the authentic Leica experience in a more compact and accessible form, capturing images with incomparable aesthetics. The D-Lux 8, boasting the iconic Leica design, easily fits into any pocket. It combines essential photo and video functions with the superior performance of a Leica zoom lens, while the flash included in the scope of delivery further broadens creative possibilities. 

Easy to use

A simplified ergonomic design and a clearly structured user interface.  

Timeless, elegant design

Iconic Leica design characterized by functionality and aesthetics. 

Seamless connectivity

Convenient data transfer, remote control and direct sharing with the Leica FOTOS app.  

Legendary design, one-of-a-kind experience

The D-Lux 8 embodies the Leica experience in its compact form. The design of the camera body and user interface aligns seamlessly with Leica’s philosophy: uncomplicated, functional, and intuitive. Capture moments spontaneously and effortlessly—and share them instantly with the world via the Leica FOTOS app. 0% hassle — 100% joy. 

Designed for life

The versatile Leica D-Lux 8 adapts to you, not the other way around. Whether you prefer manual or fully automatic operation, quick snapshots, or thoughtful compositions, this compact camera offers all the essential functions for both photography and video. Ergonomically arranged and intuitively structured, the D-Lux 8 includes a touchscreen, a high-resolution OLED viewfinder, and an optical zoom for complete control and maximum flexibility.

Truly beautiful photos 

D-Lux 8 owners make a deliberate choice to capture superior images in unmistakable Leica quality. This camera delivers brilliant, detailed photos even in challenging lighting conditions thanks to a powerful 4/3” CMOS sensor with 21 MP (17 MP effective), a bright Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9-34mm f/1.7-2.8 ASPH. zoom lens (35mm equivalent of 24-75mm) and an attachable compact flash. Choose between JPEG and DNG formats for more post-processing flexibility and record stunning 4K videos. The D-Lux 8 is ready to capture your special moments anytime and anywhere. 

Put your subjects in the right light

The D-Lux 8 comes with a compact, attachable flash unit. Enhance low-light photography, reduce shadows while shooting portraits, or experiment with a second curtain sync for exciting action photos with flash. The small yet powerful flash makes it easy to create photos with a distinctive look.  

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