Leica has not yet released the full/final D-Lux 8 camera specifications (see this Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica D-Lux 8 comparison). Becuase of that, many stores do not even take pre-orders for the new mode – you can currently order the D-Lux 8 only at Adorama, B&H Photo, Foto Koch, and Park Cameras (shipping will start on July 2nd).
This is what we know so far:
What’s new in the Leica D-Lux 8 camera?
- New DNG RAW file format
- New menu system similar to the Leica Q
- New software
- New design and button layout similar to the Leica Q
- New 3” rear TFT LCD display with 1.84 million dots (source: Park Cameras)
- Faster USB-C (source: Park Cameras)
- Threaded shutter release button
- New accessories: handgrip, leather camera case; carrying straps, wrist straps, leather half cases (multiple colors), automatic lens cap, soft release buttons, hip bag, crossbody bag, equipment bag.
Screenshot from Park Cameras:
What remains the same:
- Same lens (Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9-34 f/1.7-2.8 ASPH)
- Same sensor (4/3“ CMOS sensor 21MP, 17MP effective)
- Included external flash
- Single SD memory card
- Same Leica BP-DC15 battery
Of course, the Leica D-Lux 8 camera did not come with an APS-C sensor:
The Leica D-Lux 8 will not have an APS-C sensor and a fixed prime lens (obviously)
