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Leica D-Lux 8 Digital Camera (Black)

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Leica D-Lux 8 Digital Camera (Black)
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Key Features
  • 17MP Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
  • Leica 10.9-34mm f/1.7-2.8 Lens
  • 24-75mm Full-Frame Equivalent
  • 2.36MP OLED Electronic Viewfinder
Offering top quality in a compact digital camera, the Leica D-Lux 8 delivers versatile portability and a seamless user experience. Drawing inspiration from the Leica Q cameras, the D-Lux 8 features simplified and repositioned controls for improved comfort and operability. The eighth generation in D-Lux cameras, the D-Lux 8 utilizes a 17MP Four Thirds CMOS sensor and has a fixed 10.9-34mm f/1.7-2.8 lens which provides a 24-75mm full-frame equivalency. This is the first D-Lux model to feature DNG file support. This camera couples a 3" 1.84m-dot TFT LCD with a 2.36MP OLED EVF. A built-in eye sensor allows the camera to automatically switch between the LCD panel and the viewfinder. Smartphone connectivity is easy with the Leica FOTOS app. Additionally, an on-camera flash allows you to reliably capture photos in various lighting conditions.
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Leica D-Lux 8 Overview

Uncomplicated. Authentic. Leica.
Offering top quality in a compact digital camera, the Leica D-Lux 8 delivers versatile portability and a seamless user experience. Drawing inspiration from the Leica Q cameras, the D-Lux 8 features simplified and repositioned controls for improved comfort and operability. The eighth generation in D-Lux cameras, the D-Lux 8 utilizes a 17MP Four Thirds CMOS sensor and has a fixed 10.9-34mm f/1.7-2.8 lens which provides a 24-75mm full-frame equivalency. This is the first D-Lux model to feature DNG file support. This camera couples a 3" 1.84m-dot TFT LCD with a 2.36MP OLED EVF. A built-in eye sensor allows the camera to automatically switch between the LCD panel and the viewfinder. Smartphone connectivity is easy with the Leica FOTOS app. Additionally, an on-camera flash allows you to reliably capture photos in various lighting conditions.
Notable Upgrades
  • Redesigned body made from die-cast magnesium for lightweight, yet durable construction, allows you to shoot with and carry your D-Lux 8 comfortably for long periods
  • Button layout inspired by the Leica Q-System and new user interface for optimized handling and quick menu navigation
  • 48% increase in LCD resolution for greater clarity and improved capture review
  • The first D-Lux camera with an OLED viewfinder and Live View function
  • UHS-II SD card support for added convenience and speedy file transfer speeds
  • Transfer raw and video files to your mobile device using the Leica FOTOS app
  • 4K video capability paired with DNG and JPEG file support provides ample versatility for capturing photo and video content
17MP Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
Experience impressive image quality with the 17MP Four Thirds CMOS sensor and bright Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9-34mm f/1.7-2.8 ASPH. zoom lens, which provides a full-frame equivalence of 24-75mm. This combination makes capturing sharp images and impressive 4K video feel effortless. The D-Lux 8 allows you to choose between capturing in DNG or JPEG file formats in the aspect ratios of 16:9, 3:2, 4:3, and 1:1. You can also capture in both file types simultaneously.
Excel in Low-Light Conditions
Included with the D-Lux 8 is a compact and powerful flash unit that easily attaches via the camera's hot shoe. This compact unit enables you to capture high-quality snaps regardless of the lighting conditions you're faced with. You can also utilize this flash for capturing with a second curtain sync, which leads to experimental and interesting effects in your photography.
Seamless Workflow with the Leica FOTOS App
Get the most out of your D-Lux 8 by connecting to the Leica FOTOS app. Enjoy a plethora of conveniences including remote control of optical zoom, access to firmware updates, and utilization of the self-timer. Some improvements to the app include enhanced geotagging, a simplified FOTOS menu, faster connection from the app to the camera, and the ability to star your favorite photos and videos.

Leica D-Lux 8 Specs

Key Specs
Effective Sensor Resolution
17 Megapixel
Image Sensor
Four Thirds
Image Stabilization
Optical in Integrated Lens
Focal Length
10.9 to 34mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 75mm)
Aperture
Maximum: f/1.7 to 2.8
Minimum: f/16
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Photo
Native: 100 to 25,000
Video
Native: 100 to 6400
Max Recording Modes
H.264 4:2:0 8-Bit
Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/29.97 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Wireless
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 5.0
Display Type
Fixed 3" Touchscreen LCD
Built-In Flash/Light
No
Battery
1x BP-DC15 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1025 mAh (Included)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.7 x 2.7 x 2.4" / 120.2 x 69.2 x 61.7 mm
Weight
14.0 oz / 397 g (With Battery)
Color
Black
Imaging
Effective Sensor Resolution
Effective: 17 Megapixel
Actual: 21.77 Megapixel
Image Sensor
Four Thirds CMOS
Image Stabilization
Optical in Integrated Lens
Lens
Focal Length
10.9 to 34mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 75mm)
Aperture
Maximum: f/1.7 to 2.8
Minimum: f/16
Focus Range
1.6' to Infinity / 50 cm to Infinity
Macro
1.2" to Infinity / 3 cm to Infinity (Wide)
11.8" to Infinity / 30 cm to Infinity (Telephoto)
Filter Size
43 mm (Front)
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed
Electronic Shutter
1/16000 to 1 Second
Mechanical Shutter
1/4000 to 60 Seconds
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Photo
Native: 100 to 25,000
Video
Native: 100 to 6400
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Multi, Spot
Exposure Modes
Aperture Priority, Auto, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation
-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
White Balance
2500 to 10,000K
Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Tungsten
Continuous Shooting
Up to 11 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 12 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
Interval Recording
Yes
Self-Timer
2/12-Second Delay
Special Options
Landscape, Miniature Effect, Night Landscape, Portrait
Still Image Capture
Aspect Ratio
1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Image File Format
DNG, JPEG
Bit Depth
12-Bit
Video Capture
Internal Recording
H.264 4:2:0 8-Bit
3840 x 2160 at 23.98/29.97 fps (100 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080 at 29.97/59.94 fps (28 to 100 Mb/s)
1280 x 720 at 29.97 fps (10 Mb/s)
Video Output

3840 x 2160 at 29.97 fps
Recording Limit
30-Minute Maximum
IP Streaming
No
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
MP4: 2-Channel AAC Audio
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Internal Storage
No
Video I/O
1x HDMI Output
Audio I/O
No
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Other I/O
No
Wireless
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 5.0
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Leica FOTOS App
Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control, View Live Feed
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
GPS
*Via Connected Smartphone
Monitor
Display Type
Fixed 3" Touchscreen LCD
Resolution
1,840,000 Dot
Viewfinder
Type
Electronic (OLED)
Resolution
2,360,000 Dot
Coverage
100%
Magnification
Approx. 0.74x
Diopter Adjustment
-4 to +4
Flash
Built-In Flash/Light
No
Non-Shoe Flash Connection
No
General
Operating Conditions
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Battery
1x BP-DC15 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1025 mAh (Included)
Shoe Mount
1x Hot Shoe
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.7 x 2.7 x 2.4" / 120.2 x 69.2 x 61.7 mm
Weight
14.0 oz / 397 g (With Battery)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.94 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.9 x 7.1 x 5.9"

Leica D-Lux 8 Reviews

I like it with known reservations

By George
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-25

This is the perfect form factor to use as a travel camera. My last trip to Europe I took my Nikon Zf with a 24-120mm lens. Did it take great pictures, yes, but after a day of carrying it around, it was a load. This camera takes fabulous pictures. Looking at the raw files as developed in Adobe Raw, they hold together even at 200%. So yeah 17mp is pretty low resolution these days, but I have no doubt 11x14 prints, maybe larger, would be great. The Leica app seems fairly reliable at least compared to the Nikon app. What are the cons? Well the price and the resolution are at once too high and too low. My other wish would be for a longer reach, say 120mm vs. the effective 75mm. I know this would likely make the camera bigger and/or slower lens.

Fantastic little camera

By JB
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-05-12

Work gear is easy - identify the usage, find the tool. Personal is WAY harder, way more....personal. I've owned a lot of pocket cameras and small cameras over the years and despite many of them having incredible image quality, hated all of them. I prefer Canon bodies for stills, but even their smallest offerings are too big for "always have" so I've never gone that route. Sony, while super tiny and great potential quality, has gone further and further away from the Nex6 usability and become so unpleasant to use that the pros - lens flexibility, size, possible image quality -- all are moot when the (mirrorless) cameras are so incredibly annoying to use. I owned a few generations of the RX100 including the IV which was their high-water mark -- still a really un-fun camera to shoot. Tiny, lots of features, marginal image quality -- REALLY unpleasant. I spent way too long comparing all options in the size of the D-Lux 8 including re-buying a NEX6, or an older Fuji or Nikon. But playing with the D-Lux 8 for 30 min, I was sold. For the detractors who say "it's just a rebadged Panasonic but more expensive" - compare the prices then use them and see if you still think that way. It's a ground-up rebuild on the experience of using the camera. Dirty secret - almost ALL current cameras use Sony sensors - so you could make the argument that X Y or Z brand are just rebadged Sony's - and yet lenses matter, ergonomics matter, menu complexity matters. If you can't easily get to the basic photographic functions of a camera then it's a spec-sheet queen not a camera. In this case, Leica co-developed the Panasonic then took that technically fine camera and made it great. Yes - this is a REAL Leica - try it side-by-side. It's legit. In this day basically every camera takes great pictures. Not all cameras get out of the way. The menus here - chef's kiss. Perfect. The speed of operation - perfect. The UI cuts all the garbage back and lets you just shoot. That's the Leica secret - get out of the way and let someone shoot photos. Not sure why so many manufacturers miss that point and try to pack every single feature in the world on a thicket of menu trees. Arri did the same trick with the Alexa as Leica did here - simplify. If the UI adds 10% to the Panasonic cost - it's well worth way more than that. But the preset JPG are actually pleasant, the EVF is beautiful, the lens range is spot-on and with large enough max aperture to actually achieve real separation. I would have kept the camera even if the image quality were worse because it's so much fun to use. But the image is actually EXCELLENT and the meter is excellent -- even in auto modes, it protects the highlights and has nice shadow roll-off. If you want something to upgrade the phone shooting experience, the "It's the camera I had on me" tool -- I have personally never found anything as good as this. It's so fun to use, I WANT to bring it with me. It's small enough for a jacket pocket, fast enough to grab shots and power down. The image blows-away even the latest phones with their realtime AI simulated shallow DOF and color tuning - BLOWS AWAY. The app is decent (although not fully compatible with Leica Looks). Between this, the Ricoh, the Sony, the Fuji, the Canon r50v -- I spent too long going around and around and missed shots by not buying this sooner. ZERO buyer's remorse. You can pixel peep like I did for weeks and land where I did - 3% image quality differences are not worth hating the camera. A lot of people look at spec sheets and talk trash in this camera geekdom, very few actually use anything especially FOR FUN. This camera is lovable, fun, fast AND makes fantastic images. Nuff said.

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Is the body metal or cheap plastic?

Is the body metal or cheap plastic?
Asked by: Robert
The Leica D-Lux 8 Digital Camera has a full-metal body, made of magnesium die-cast with leatherette covering.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2024-07-07

The specs say 1/4000 mechanical shutter speed but ...

The specs say 1/4000 mechanical shutter speed but the dial on top shows 1/2000 ?
Asked by: Pierre
I could check in the menu that you're able to change the shutter speed from 1/1300 to 1/16000
Answered by: Edson Luis
Date published: 2024-08-19

It is stated that there is no IBIS, but is there ...

It is stated that there is no IBIS, but is there OIS as in the LX100/D-Lux 7 series that preceded it?
Asked by: Paolo
Image Stabilization Optical in Integrated Lens Per specs.
Answered by: John
Date published: 2025-03-11

What flashes, if any, function with the TTL ...

What flashes, if any, function with the TTL function and can be used with this camera other than the small fill flash shown?
Asked by: Jerome
The Leica D-Lux 8 Digital Camera can only be used with the included flash.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2024-07-28

what neoprene camera case would you suggest for ...

what neoprene camera case would you suggest for this camera fitted with it's Leica hand grip ?
Asked by: Brian
There is not a specific Neoprene case made for the Leica D-Lux 8 Digital Camera with the grip; these will work but are a touch large: https://bhpho.to/3XcHqsq.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-08-29

does this camera have the lens protector that ...

does this camera have the lens protector that opens when you turn it on or do you buy that separately?
Asked by: A.T.
You are referring to the Leica's Automatic Lens Cap for the D-Lux which is not included with the camera. This is a great item to get with the D-Lux 8 camera. The item # for this accessory is Leica # 18548, B&H # LELCDL109.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2025-02-17

Which accessory shoe cover fits on the Dlux 8?

Which accessory shoe cover fits on the Dlux 8?
Asked by: george
The Leica D-Lux 8 Digital Camera would use the Leica Hot Shoe Cover for D-LUX 8: (BH# LEHSCDLUX8 • MFR #423-160.800-056).
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-09-25

Is the leica D Lux 8 a mirrorless camera?

Is the leica D Lux 8 a mirrorless camera?
Asked by: Jen
The Leica D-Lux 8 Digital Camera is not a mirrorless camera. It is a point and shoot camera. The lens is not interchangeable like mirrorless cameras.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2024-10-13
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