The Leica D-Lux 8 is Leica's 2024 update to their large-sensor fixed-lens compact, retaining the 17MP 4/3" sensor and Leica Vario-Summilux 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 optics while upgrading to USB-C and a higher-resolution 1.84M-dot touchscreen. It replaces the Leica D-Lux 7.
Best for: Leica enthusiasts wanting a refined fixed-lens compact with large-sensor MFT image quality
Pros
- Leica color science and build quality
- Fast Summilux optics at 24mm f/1.7
- USB-C upgrade over predecessor
- Built-in EVF
Cons
- No weather sealing
- Same sensor as 2018 predecessor
- Premium price for incremental update
Specifications
| Body | |
| Brand | Leica |
| Status | current |
| Released | 2024-07 |
| Weight | 392g |
| Dimensions | 115 × 66 × 64mm |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Screen | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 1840k dots |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Lens | |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 24–75mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.7–2.8 |
| Optical zoom | 3.1× |
| Lens name | Leica DC Vario-Summilux 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 ASPH |
| OIS | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Description | 17MP Four Thirds MOS (multi-aspect) |
| Megapixels | 17MP |
| Resolution | 4736 × 3552 |
| ISO range (native) | 100–25600 |
| Viewfinder | |
| EVF | Yes |
| EVF resolution | 2.764MP |
| EVF magnification | 0.74x |
| Autofocus | |
| Phase detect | No |
| Subject recognition | No |
| Subject types | |
| AF points | 49 |
| Shooting | |
| Max mechanical shutter | 1/4000 |
| Max electronic shutter | 1/16000 |
| Burst (mechanical) | 11 fps |
| Video | |
| 4K | Yes |
| 4K 60fps | No |
| Log | No |
| Ports & storage | |
| Card slots | 1 |
| Card type | SD UHS-I |
| HDMI | micro |
| USB | USB-C |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Mic port | No |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| GPS | No |
| NFC | No |
| Battery | DMW-BLG10 |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $1,295 USD |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Leica D-Lux 8 weather sealed?
No. The Leica D-Lux 8 does not have weather sealing. Take care in rain or dusty conditions.
Does the Leica D-Lux 8 shoot 4K video?
Yes. The Leica D-Lux 8 records 4K video at up to 30fps.
Does the Leica D-Lux 8 have phase-detect autofocus?
No. The Leica D-Lux 8 uses contrast-detect autofocus. It is slower to lock on to moving subjects than phase-detect systems.
How much does the Leica D-Lux 8 weigh?
The Leica D-Lux 8 weighs 392g (body only, with battery and card).
What did the Leica D-Lux 8 replace?
The Leica D-Lux 8 replaces the Leica D-Lux 7. It improves on AF system, sensor performance, and video capabilities compared to its predecessor.