Leica Store San Francisco
Leica D-Lux 8
Pickup currently unavailable at Camera West Rancho Mirage
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.
A new range of accessories, including a hand grip, carrying straps, wrist straps, and leather protectors, will be available in multiple colors.
Features at a Glance
- 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
What's Included
- 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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Product information
All our shipments are fully insured. For shipments valued over $150, a direct signature will be required upon delivery.
We utilize various shipping carriers, with FedEx Express being our primary choice for 2-Day and Overnight shipping within the US, as well as International deliveries.
We accept returns within 14 days of delivery, subject to a restocking fee of up to 15%. This fee is not for profit, but to cover the costs associated with selling an item. Each return is evaluated individually, and we strive to minimize this fee. In many instances, we waive it entirely if the refund credit can be applied towards another item in the store.
Please note, all returned items must be in the condition in which they were shipped. If the items are returned in a different condition, we will not be able to accept them.
We highly recommend visiting us in person to experience our fine photographic tools before deciding which tool best fits your needs. Please note that our inventory is distributed among our three stores, and what you see online may be at any of these locations. Below are a few points that we’d like to make in order to meet your needs for in store pick up.
The location of each item is indicated online. For convenience, you can choose to pick up your item at any of our stores. Once purchased, the item should be ready for pick up within 4 hours at the designated store, although this might vary depending on the store's busyness and time of day. We request that you wait for a notification from us confirming that your order is ready for pick up, to ensure the best service.
If your chosen item is not available at your preferred store, we can transfer it there after purchase. If you want to pick up an item at a different store, select that store for pick up during checkout, or choose a regular shipping method and let us know your preferred pick up store via support@camerawest.com or by responding to your order confirmation email.
For any questions about in-store pick up, please email support@camerawest.com. We'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
We offer a concierge trade-in program for the gear you'd like to upgrade, cross-grade, or simply pass on to a new owner. This enables you to acquire the tools that fit your specific needs. The easiest way to trade is to bring your gear into one of our stores and meet with us in person. However, we also accommodate those who can't visit our stores. Our online process is both personal and simple.
To begin, fill out the form on our Trade // Sell page with the details of the fine photographic equipment or watches you'd like to trade in. One of our team members will then contact you to confirm any details we might need for an accurate estimate. We will provide an estimate that doesn’t only look at the value of your trade in but the whole picture of where you want to go. If the estimate is satisfactory to you, we can provide a shipping label for you to ship your gear to one of our stores for a final inspection and store credit. Finally, we apply that credit towards your new gear!
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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.
Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Camera type | Digital Micro Four Thirds compact camera |
| Type No. | 3952A |
| Order No. | 19191 |
| Buffer memory | DNGTM: 14 or higher*, JPG: 100 or higher* |
| Continuous shooting speeds | DNG: 11 fps - 12, 7 fps - 12, 2fps - 100 DNG + JPG: 11 fps - 13, 7 fps - 13, 2fps - 100 JPG: 11 fps - 14, 7 fps - 14, 2fps - 100 |
| Storage medium | UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card |
| Material | Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leatherette covering |
| 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 |
| Dimensions | Please see image below |
| Weight | Approx. 397 g/357 g (with/without battery) |
| Sensor size | 4/3“ CMOS sensor, 21.77 MP/17 MP (total/effective) |
| Filter | RGB color filter, UV/IR filter |
| File formats | Photo: DNGTM (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31) Video: MP4, H.264, AAC stereo |
| File size | DNGTM: approx. 31 MB, depending on resolution and image content JPG: depending on resolution and image content Video: max. length: 29 min |
| Color depth | DNGTM: 12 bit JPG: 8 bit |
| Color space | Photo: sRGB |
| Lens Designation | 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) |
| Lens filter thread | E43 |
| Image stabilization | Visual compensation system for photos and video recordings |
| 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 |
| Viewfinder (EVF) | 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 |
| 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: 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 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 | Photo: Auto ISO 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 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 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 |
| WPATM/WPA2TM | |
| 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 |
| 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) |
TRADE // Sell
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