Leica D-Lux 8, Metal Gray Paint Finish
SKU: 799429192133 Mfg Code: 19213
$1,915
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Leica D-Lux 8 Metal Gray Launched
The D-Lux 8 provides a multifaceted gateway into the world of Leica photography. As the most compact camera in the Leica lineup, it combines a fast zoom lens with exceptional simplicity, flexibility, and unmistakable Leica image quality. In its new Metal Gray finish, the D-Lux 8 gains a distinctive and stylish character that complements both everyday use and travel photography. The understated metallic gray tone, paired with the diamond-pattern leatherette covering and deep black accents, reflects Leica’s contemporary design language while maintaining a clear focus on the essentials.
The new Leica D-Lux 8 is the ultimate compact camera, combining a large, 4/3” 17-megapixel sensor with a flexible 24-75mm equivalent zoom lens and new, redesigned user interface and button layout. Full manual control is available at your fingertips, and the high-resolution touchscreen and new 2.4-megapixel OLED viewfinder make precise composition easier than ever before.
There are a number of “firsts” featured in the D-Lux 8. It’s the first Leica D-Lux camera to photograph in the DNG raw format, and the first with an OLED viewfinder. Full control of the D-Lux 8 is possible via the Leica FOTOS app, as well as firmware updates. The included CF-D flash attaches to the hot shoe when additional lighting is required to get the perfect shot.
The sophisticated design of the Leica D-Lux 8 is complemented by matching accessories. These include leather half cases in black, cognac and olive, as well as matching carrying and wrist straps and an equipment bag and hip bag in black.
Technical accessories such as the auto lens cap and the new handgrip provide even more comfort when taking pictures, and screw-on soft release buttons give the compact camera a unique touch.
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- Metal Gray paint-finished body, including FN buttons
- Diamond-pattern leatherette covering
- Black controls and dials
- Performance identical to standard production models
- Includes all standard Leica D-Lux 8 accessories and packaging
- 4/3” CMOS sensor with 17 MP output
- Fast 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 equivalent zoom lens
- Redesigned body and Q-inspired button layout
- New user interface for easier navigation and increased customization
- OLED viewfinder
- DNG raw capture
- UHS-II SD card support
- Leica FOTOS app support for camera control, firmware updates, and file transfer
- On-camera flash included
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Metal Gray expands the Leica portfolio with a refined new finish deliberately aligned with Leica’s established design language. Carefully developed at the Leica factory in Wetzlar, the metallic gray tone complements the classic black and silver finishes with an understated and contemporary appearance that integrates consistently across Leica camera systems.
The Metal Gray finish is based on a hand-applied lacquer process requiring carefully controlled layer thicknesses to achieve its distinctive metallic character. This process demands a high level of craftsmanship to ensure consistency and precision across all components.
The durability of the Metal Gray finish is comparable to Leica’s traditional black lacquer finish and is designed to develop a natural patina over time through regular use, contributing to the unique character of each camera.
Metal Gray is a permanent addition to the Leica portfolio and is not a limited production finish.
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Camera Type Digital Micro Four Thirds compact camera Type No. 3952A Order No. 19213 Buffer memory 11 fps: 12 DNG, 12 DNG + JPG, 100 JPG
7 fps: 13 DNG, 13 DNG + JPG, 100 JPG
2 fps: 23 DNG, 14 DNG + JPG, 100 JPGStorage medium UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card Material Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, diamond-pattern 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 130mm wide x 69mm high x 62mm deep Weight Approx. 397 g/357 g (with/without battery) Sensor size 4/3“ CMOS sensor, 21.77 MP/17 MP (total/effective) Sensor 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 stereoImage resolution 16:9 (DNG / L-JPG): 5152 x 2904 (15 MP)
16:9 (M-JPG): 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP)
16:9 (S-JPG): 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP)
3:2 (DNG / L-JPG): 4928 x 3288 (16.2 MP)
3:2 (M-JPG): 3504 x 2336 (8.2 MP)
3:2 (S-JPG): 2496 x 1664 (4.2 MP)
4:3 (DNG / L-JPG): 4736 x 3552 (16.8 MP)
4:3 (M-JPG): 3360 x 2520 (8.5 MP)
4:3 (S-JPG): 2368 x 1776 (4.2 MP)
1:1 (DNG / L-JPG): 3552 x 3552 (12.6 MP)
1:1 (M-JPG): 2528 x 2528 (6.4 MP)
1:1 (S-JPG): 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 minColor depth DNG™: 12 bit, JPG: 8 bit Video Resolution 4K: 3840 x 2160
Full HD: 1920 x 1080
HD: 1280 x 720Video frame rate/bit rate 4K 30p: 29.97 fps, 4K 4:2:0 / 8 bit, h.264, L-GOP, 100 Mbps
4K 24p: 23.98 fps, 4K 4:2:0 / 8 bit, h.264, L-GOP, 100 Mbps
FHD 60p: 59.94 fps, FHD 4:2:0 / 8 bit, h.264, L-GOP, 28 Mbps
FHD 30p: 29.97 fps, FHD 4:2:0 / 8 bit, h.264, L-GOP, 20 Mbps
HD 30p: 29.97 fps, HD 4:2:0 / 8 bit, h.264, L-GOP, 10 MbpsLens Designation Leica DC Vario-Summilux 1:1.7–2.8/10.9–34 ASPH, 35mm equivalent: 24–75mm, aperture range: 1.7–16/2.8–16 Lens filter thread E43 Image stabilization Visual compensation system for photos and video recordings Aperture range f/1.7 to f/16 at wide angle, f/2.8 to f/16 at telephoto, in 1⁄3 EV increments Viewfinder (EVF) OLED, Resolution: 2,360,000 dots, 60 fps, magnification: 0.74x, at aspect ratio: 4:3, exit pupil position: 20mm, 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 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 sShutter button Two-stage shutter release Self-timer Delay time: 2 s or 12 s Drive Mode Single, Interval Shooting, Exposure Bracketing, Continuous Shooting - 2 fps, 7 fps, 11 fps Focus range 50cm to ∞, with macro setting: from 3cm at wide angle, from 30cm at telephoto Focus mode Automatic, Automatic (macro), or Manual Autofocus system Contrast detection Autofocus modes Intelligent AF, AFs, AFc Autofocus metering methods Spot, Field, Multi-Field, Zone, Eye / Face, Tracking Autofocus metering fields 49 Exposure metering TTL exposure metering through the lens Exposure metering methods Spot, Center-Weighted, Multi-Field Exposure modes Program AE, Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, Manual, and Scene Modes Exposure compensation ±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments Automatic bracketing 3, 5 or 7 frames, up to 1 EV between exposures, in 1⁄3 EV increments ISO sensitivity range Photo: ISO 100–25,000
Video: ISO 100–6400White balance Automatic, presets, manual metering, and manual color temperature settings from 2500 K to 10000 K Flash unit Leica CF-D flash included Flash sync time 1⁄4000 s, slower shutter speeds available Microphone Stereo Speaker Mono WLAN WLAN function for connecting to the Leica FOTOS app Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 LE GPS Can be added via the Leica FOTOS app where available Menu languages English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean Rechargeable battery Leica BP-DC15 lithium-ion rechargeable battery Charging via USB With camera switched off: 5 V/1500 mA Scope of delivery Camera, compact flash unit, hand strap, lens cover with string, battery, hot shoe cover, lens protection ring, quick start guide Country of manufacture China -
Leica D-Lux 8 Leica D-Lux 7 Sensor 4/3“ CMOS sensor, 21.77 MP/17 MP (total/effective) 4/3“ CMOS sensor, 21.77 MP/17 MP (total/effective) Lens Leica DC Vario-Summilux 1:1.7–2.8/10.9–34 ASPH, 35mm equivalent: 24–75mm Leica DC Vario-Summilux 1:1.7–2.8/10.9–34 ASPH, 35mm equivalent: 24–75mm LCD Screen 3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots 3.0“ TFT LCD, approx. 1,240,000 dots EVF OLED, 0.74x LCD, 0.7x DNG Format Yes No UHS-II Support Yes No Weight (w/battery) 397 grams 403 grams USB-C Yes No Bluetooth 5.0 4.2 Q-Style Interface Yes No DNG + Video Transfer via FOTOS App Yes No Accepts Soft Release Yes No
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