S Single picture, pressing the shutter release once per picture. C Continuous succession of pictures with 2 pictures per second and 10 pictures in the sequence. Auto-release Selectable with 2 sec. and 12 sec. delay time – visualization of the countdown by an LED visible from the front of the camera in the viewfinder window
Max Shutter Speed:
In aperture priority mode (A) steplessly adjustable from 32 s down to 1/4000 s. With manual setting from 4 s down to 1/4000 s in half steps. B for long exposures of any length.
Weight:
unavailable
Flash Type:
Built-in, External
Battery Type:
Lithium ion rechargeable battery with a nominal voltage of 3.7 V and a capacity of 1900 mAh
LCD viewer size (inches):
2.50
Viewfinder:
yes
Internal Flash Modes:
Aperture priority mode Auto Slow Sync: automatic extension of the longest flash time, using the rule of thumb 1/focal length in seconds. (only with 6-bit coded lenses)
The LEICA M8 doesn't only look like an M - it utilises all the benefits of the analog Leica M system for sophisticated and creative digital photography. It is the only digital camera for enthusiasts and professionals alike to incorporate the rangefinder system with its advantages of discreet and quiet operation, speed and precision. Full compatibility with nearly all M lenses means that their unique imaging performance is available for digital photography, too. The CCD image sensor has been specifically matched to the compact lens design to guarantee superlative photographic quality. The controls and functions of the digital M still concentrate on the essentials.
FEATURES:
For Leica, image quality is not only a byword, but a value attained by optimising all the links in the performance chain: Leica's high performance M lenses, now performing even better in the digital system with the 6-bit coding. The low-noise CCD sensor with a resolution of 10.3 megapixels, which is specifically matched to the extreme requirements of the high-resolution M lenses. The future-guaranteed raw data format (DNG) and the new raw data converter Capture One4, acknowledged as the best. It is this combination of these high-quality individual components that ensures the best image quality.
By concentrating on the essentials, the camera's operation is simple and intuitive. The LEICA M8 deliberately dispenses with multifunction keys and nested menus. All the main settings are in clearly structured menus on the bright 2.5" display. For detailed quality control whilst "on location", RGB histogram and clipping warning can be used on even the finest details of the subject.
The new LEICA M8.2 is a significant development of the digital rangefinder camera for professionals, M8. Where important attributes of LEICA M8 such as discretion, intuitive work and robustness have been further improved.
The new snapshot mode "S" can be particularly useful in tight reportage conditions. It will also appeal to all those who use short focal lengths from 21 till 35 mm and want good results right away without knowing a lot about photography. If the shutter speed dial is turned to the new "S" setting, the camera controls all the key features automatically, such as automatic exposure (aperture priority), automatic ISO speed setting and automatic white balance. Another new feature is a quick override setting. For more precise framing at long distances, the bright-line frames in the viewfinder have been designed to handle larger framing areas.
The new LEICA M8.2 is the very first professional digital camera to use an ultra scratch-resistant sapphire crystal as coverglass for the camera monitor. It is so hard that it can only be worked with special diamond tools. The camera also sports a new easy-grip and specially robust "vulcanite" finish.
Thanks to numerous detailed modifications, the noise and vibration of the shutter action have been audibly and noticeably reduced even further. The fastest shutter speed of the metal blade focal-plane shutter is 1/4000 s, and the flash sync speed is 1/180 s. To make the camera even more discreet in critical situations, the photographer may personally determine the suitable moment when the shutter is cocked.
The new compact charger unit is designed to take up a minimum of space in the photograper's bag and has a quick-charge function when charging the battery. The LED flashes yellow after about two hours when 80 percent of the charging capacity has been reached. This is already sufficient for about 400 exposures.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Model Number:M8-2 Dimensions:5.4 x 3.1 x 1.4 in (139 x 80 x 37 mm) Water Resistant:no Photo File Format:DNG™ (camera manufacturer-independent digital negative format), 2 different JPEG compression rates Storage Media:SD and SDHC cards up to 32 GByte. Complete list of LEICA M8- and M8.2-compatible SD memory cards Software:unavailable Lens Type:Current 6-bit coded Leica M lenses of 16 - 90 mm focal length. All Leica M lenses of 21–90 mm focal length produced since the year 1954 can be used, even if lacking the 6-bit coding. Virtually all lenses can be retrofitted with 6-bit coding. 6-bit functions Lens-dependent reduction of edge shadowing originating in the system. Identification of the lens information within the image file to facilitate digital archiving. Adjustment of the flash reflector when using motor zoom flash devices. Auto slow sync. function in aperture priority mode. Compensation of color shifts through the use of UV/IR filters. Lens Specs:
Lens mount Leica M bayonet with additional optical sensing for identification of all 6-bit coded lenses.
Lens system Current 6-bit coded Leica M lenses of 16 - 90 mm focal length. All Leica M lenses of 21–90 mm focal length produced since the year 1954 can be used, even if lacking the 6-bit coding. Virtually all lenses can be retrofitted with 6-bit coding. 6-bit functions Lens-dependent reduction of edge shadowing originating in the system. Identification of the lens information within the image file to facilitate digital archiving. Adjustment of the flash reflector when using motor zoom flash devices. Auto slow sync. function in aperture priority mode. Compensation of color shifts through the use of UV/IR filters.
Flash Range:unavailable Focal Length:16 - 90 mm Image Capture Specs:
2.5“ large bright LC display with a resolution of about 230,000 pixels for viewing pictures and for menu settings. LEICA M8.2: scratch-resistant sapphire coverglass. Brightness control in 5 stages. Checking options after taking the picture: general quality assessment, checking the exposure by means of a RGB tonal value histogram with identification of bright picture areas lacking detail (can also be used when zooming in), checking the focal plane, display of the quality parameter settings and the focal length of the lens (when used with current 6-bit coded lenses). Picture view sizes miniatures, 4 miniatures, full picture display and enlargement in four stages up to 100% view (1 sensor pixel = 1 display pixel).
By pressing the set button, the following parameters relevant to the picture can be selected and changed in the picture parameter menu: user profile, sensor speed, manual exposure correction, white balance, image data format, picture resolution. By pressing the menu button, parameters such as the color monitor contrast or the color space can be set in the main menu.
White balance: Automatic, 6 preset values, manual white balance, color temperature input from 2000K to 13,100K.
Color spaces: Adobe®RGB, sRGB, ECI RGB
Shutter and shutter release: Shutter Microprocessor-controlled metal blade focal plane shutter with vertical action. (LEICA M8.2: optimized to reduce noise and vibration).
Activation Shutter activation optimized for minimum noise. Electric motor drive with friction wheel in the first speed build-up stage and a cam disk for homogenous torque throughout the activation process. (LEICA M8.2: time-delayed cocking after shutter button is released, selectable in menu).
Release Three-stage activation governed by how far the release is depressed: 1. Switch the camera electronics on & activate the exposure metering – 2. Save metered value (in aperture priority mode) – 3. Release (includes a standard thread for cable release).
Snapshot mode: “S” setting of shutter speed dial = automatic control of exposure time, ISO speed and white balance. Menus reduced to essential functions, hints on aperture and focus settings are displayed when the Info key is pressed.
Power Specs:Lithium ion rechargeable battery with a nominal voltage of 3.7 V and a capacity of 1900 mAh Monitor Specs: Viewfinder principle Large bright-line frame viewfinder with automatic parallax compensation. Viewfinder optics with reduced sensitivity to stray light and optimum visibility of the bright-line frame in all lighting situations. Eyepiece Matched to –0.5 dpt. Correction lenses from –3 to +3 dpt available. Image framing By display of two brightline frames at a time: for 24 and 35 mm or for 28 and 90 mm or for 50 and 75 mm. Display selection automatically matches the lens in use. 100% of the sensor format is covered at 2 m. Frame selector Displays pairs of frames manually to simulate any focal length. Parallax compensation The horizontal and vertical difference between viewfinder and lens is compensated appropriately for the focus setting, i.e. the bright-line frame of the viewfinder automatically coincides with the subject area as seen from the lens. Magnification 0.68 x (for all lenses). Wide-base rangefinder Combination of split- and superimposed-image rangefinder shown as a bright field in the center of the viewfinder image. Effective measuring base 47.1 mm (mechanical measuring base 69.25 mm x viewfinder magnification 0.68 x). Interface Specs:5-pin standard mini-USB socket on the left side of the body, for quick USB 2.0 data transfer to a computer Exposure Controls:
Aperture priority mode (Auto) Automatic determination of the correct shutter speed with manual aperture preselection and corresponding viewfinder display.
Manual exposure control Free selection of shutter speed and aperture – can be visually checked using the exposure control in the camera seen by LED light balance in the viewfinder.
Additional Specs: Camera body material: Enclosed all-metal body of highly stable magnesium alloy for professional use over many years. Black synthetic leather coating. Top cap and base plate are milled from solid brass and are silver or black chromium plated. LEICA M8.2: black paint finished. Tripod thread DIN 4503 – A1/4 (1/4") in the centre of the bottom cover. What's In The Box:
M8.2 camera (10712 silver or 10711 black)
Anti-slip carrying strap (14 312)
Camera cap for M bayonet (14 195)
Rechargeable lithium ion battery (14 464)
Battery charger incl. car socket adaptor and 3 mains plug adapters (Euro, UK, USA) (14 463), (LEICA M8.2: compact charger with 80% charge display car socket and EURO/USA mains leads)
