Leica D-Lux 8
Product Highlights
- Unique Leica design and intuitive user interface
- Photography in DNG and JPG
- Connects seamlessly to the Leica FOTOS App
- Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9–34 f/1.7–2.8 ASPH. lens (35mm equivalent: 24-75mm)
- 4/3” CMOS sensor, 21 MP/17 MP (total/effective)
Leica D-Lux 8
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, whilst the flash included in the scope of delivery further broadens creative possibilities.
Easy to use
A simplified ergonomic design and a structured user interface.
Timeless, elegant design
Iconic Leica design characterised 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.
The Leica D-Lux 8 Explained
What's in the box?
- 1 x Leica D-Lux 8 Digital Camera
- 1 x On-Camera Flash
- 1 x Lens Cap
- 1 x Hand Strap
- 1 x Leica BP-DC 15 Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 1025mAh)
- Camera Type
Digital compact camera
- Dimensions
130 x 69 x 62 mm
- Weight
Approx. 397g / 357g (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 Media
UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
- Materials
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)
- 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 Temperature
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 Mounting 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 Format
Photo
DNG™ (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31)
Video
MP4, H.264, AAC stereo
- Photo Resolution
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 Sizes
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
- Frame rates
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:
Continuous Shooting - 2 fps, 12 bit, AF , Continuous Shooting - 7 fps, 10 bit
Continuous Shooting - 11 fps, 10 bit
- 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 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 the 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)