Leica news, before it happens

Surprisingly, there is only one Leica D-Lux 8 camera video on YouTube (where are all the influencers?):

Leica D-Lux 8 pre-order links:

• Adorama
• B&H Photo
• Park Cameras (UK)
• Foto Koch (DE)

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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:

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The previously rumored Leica D-Lux 8 camera is now officially announced. Additional information is available at Red Dot Forum and  Explora. Pre-orders are already open at some stores (Adorama | B&H | Park Cameras):

What’s new in the Leica D-Lux 8 camera?

Shipping will start on July 2, 2024. Here are the D-Lux 8 basic specs:

• Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9-34 f/1.7-2.8 ASPH. lens (35mm equivalent to 24-75 mm)
• On-camera flash included in the scope of delivery
• Unique Leica design and user interface inspired by the Leica Q
• First D-Lux to feature DNG RAW file format
• Seamless connectivity with the Leica FOTOS App
• 24-75mm equivalent lens
• 4/3“ CMOS sensor 21MP (17MP effective)
• New accessories collection: handgrip, leather camera case; carrying straps, wrist straps, leather half cases (multiple colors)
• Matching accessories: automatic lens cap, soft release buttons, hip bag, crossbody bag, equipment bag:

Additional information:

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