Leica M8.2 Specifications

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M8.2 Overview
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Model Name:	Leica M8.2
Prices:	Compare Prices
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:
General
Model Number:	M8.2
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Rangefinder
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:
Street Price:
Date Available:	2008-09-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	19.2 oz (545 g)
Size:	5.5 x 3.2 x 1.4 in. (139 x 80 x 37 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CCD
Sensor Manufacturer:	Kodak
Effective Megapixels:	10.3
Sensor Format:	1.28 inch
Sensor size:	486mm² (27.00mm x 18.00mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	6.89 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	1.3x
Aspect Ratio:	3:2
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	None
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	3916 x 2634 (10.3 MP, Other), 3936 x 2630 (10.4 MP, 3:2), 2952 x 1972 (5.8 MP, 3:2), 1968 x 1315 (2.6 MP, 3:2), 1312 x 876 (1.1 MP, 3:2)
Image File Format:	JPEG, Raw (.DNG)
Continuous-mode frames/second:	n/a
Video Capture
Can take movies:	No
Movie Resolution:
Movie File Format:
Composite Video Out:	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	n/a
HD Video Out:
HD Video Connection:

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Leica M bayonet
Lens:	n/a
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):
Focal Length (actual):
Zoom Ratio:
Aperture Range:
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:	No
Digital Zoom Values:	n/a
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	No
Auto Focus Type:	n/a
Auto Focus Assist Light?	n/a
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD (playback only)
Viewfinder Type:	Bright-line frame viewfinder with automatic parallax compensation, 0.68 x magnification
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.51x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.68x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	2.5
Rear Display Resolution:	230,000 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:
Top Deck Display:	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	2500
Minimum ISO (native):	160
ISO Settings:	Auto, 160 - 2500
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, 6 presets, Manual
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 32 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:
Metering Modes:	Center-weighted TTL
Program Auto Exposure:	No
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	No
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:
Self Timer:	2 or 12 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	No
Flash Modes:	n/a
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	n/a
Max Flash Sync:	1/180
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.3 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	Raw (.DNG)
Movie File Format:
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 Full (LOW) Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	No
DPOF Compliant:	No
Remote Control:
Remote Control Type:
Connections (extended):

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:
Play -> Record Time:
Flash cycle time, full power:
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium Ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary Lithium Ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No
Software
Included Software:	Capture One 4
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	LEICA M8.2 integrates a new extra-quiet, low-vibration metal blade focal plane shutter which allows the photographer to determine the right moment for cocking; new snapshot exposure mode; an ultra scratch-resistant sapphire crystal as coverglass for the camera monitor; a new easy-grip and specially robust "vulcanite" finish.