Leica D-Lux 8 (1003391914)

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The Leica D-Lux 8 is a compact, versatile camera for the travel-loving photographer.It has an 11-34mm zoom lens.This zoom range is equivalent to 24-75mm in full frame equivalent.Zoom in on your wide landscapes like a mountainous area on holiday.Zoom in and take compelling portrait photos of your travel group.When zoomed in, use a wide maximum aperture of f/1.7.This produces clear photos with a soft bokeh effect.the camera has a 17 megapixel micro four-thirds image sensor.this is why you take razor sharp photos and videos with lots of detail.After your holiday, for example, you can print them in a photo album without any loss of quality.You choose whether you take photos via the screen or via the viewfinder.The OLED technology of the viewfinder provides bright images with realistic colours.

Key specifications

Item number
47968549

General information

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Release date
23.8.2024

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

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  • Leica
    Not enough data
  • 1.Sony
    1 %
  • 2.Nikon
    1,1 %
  • 3.Canon
    1,2 %
  • 4.Fujifilm
    1,7 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

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  • Leica
    Not enough data
  • 1.AGFAPHOTO
    2 days
  • 1.Easypix
    2 days
  • 3.Kodak
    4 days
  • 4.Sony
    9 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

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  • Leica
    Not enough data
  • 1.OM System
    1,9 %
  • 2.Goxtreme
    2,6 %
  • 3.Kodak
    3,1 %
  • 3.Pentax
    3,1 %

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Overall ratingVery good87/100
Good79/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseDecember 2024
  • PositiveHigh image quality
  • PositiveSimple operation
  • Positivefast zoom
  • NegativeVery slow for series
  • NegativeQuiet background noise in videos

The Leica D-Lux 8 is a stylish but expensive compact camera. Its strengths include the fast zoom, the large viewfinder and the high image quality for photos. The D-Lux 8 is a little weaker when it comes to action shots and videos; Sony's RX series models such as the Cyber-shot RX100 VII offer more speed and better sound.

Very good86/100
Rank 3 out of 7Stiftung Warentest7 Systemkameras im TestReleaseNovember 2024

Smartphone cameras have become better and better in recent years, but they cannot match the image quality of high-quality compact cameras and system cameras. The latter also score points with folding monitors, electronic viewfinders, lots of buttons and dials for quick manual adjustments and interchangeable lenses...

Very good90/100
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Rank 2 out of 9Foto MagazinKompaktkameras im TestReleaseNovember 2024

Leica's D-Lux 8 leaves a mixed result in the test. The camera is stylish and makes a high-quality impression. However, the image sensor and autofocus remain at the level of the LX100 II from 2018 and cannot keep up with the best cameras tested. The test victory goes to the Fujifilm X100VI, which is the only camera that is technically completely up to date...

Very good90/100
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Foto HitsSingle testReleaseSeptember 2024
  • PositiveThe small Leica gets a lot out of its Micro Four Thirds sensor. The operating concept is unusual, but well thought-out and quickly grasped with a little practice. The mini flash included in the scope of delivery is practical for brightening up indoor shots.
  • NegativeThe D-Lux 8 lacks modern multimedia functions that are now standard on current cameras, for example it cannot be used as a webcam. The fixed LC display is neither foldable nor rotatable and is therefore no longer up to date.

Leica has continued the D-Lux series very successfully. The eighth version of the model series scores with convincing photo and video quality. As expected, the workmanship earns top marks and provides haptic pleasure. Only the price of the Leica D-Lux 8 could put users off, as mirrorless system cameras including a good kit lens are also available for just under €1,600...

Very good90/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseAugust 2024
  • PositiveGreat electronic viewfinder
  • PositiveWith clip-on flash
  • PositiveRobust magnesium housing
  • PositiveAlso ideal for manual settings
  • NegativePermanently installed display
  • NegativeNo microphone connection