Leica M8.2 (2008)
A digital rangefinder camera released in 2008 as an updated version of the Leica M8.
Overview
The Leica M8.2 is a digital rangefinder camera announced on September 15, 2008. It was designed as an update to the original Leica M8, incorporating improvements from the factory upgrade program offered for the earlier model. The M8.2 maintains full compatibility with nearly all M-mount lenses, though certain older lenses may risk damaging the camera without modification by Leica Customer Service. It uses the same CCD sensor and processor as the 2006 M8, featuring an APS-H sized sensor with low-noise performance.
Specifications
| Announced | September 15, 2008 |
| Product type | Digital rangefinder camera |
| Effective pixels | 10 megapixels (DPReview) / 10.3 million pixels (B&H Photo) |
| Sensor size | 27 x 18 mm (APS-H) |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| ISO range | 160 to 2500, with automatic ISO setting and free choice of range |
| Weight | 545 g (19.2 oz) |
| Lightmeter | Yes |
| Autofocus | No |
| Lens mount | M-mount; full compatibility with almost all M lenses |
| Original price | $5,995 (criticalfocus.co) vs $6,295 / £3,990 (l-camera-forum.com) |
Design
The Leica M8.2 uses the same sensor and processor as the original M8, with a low-noise CCD image sensor designed and manufactured by Kodak. It supports quick override settings and automatic ISO selection in all operation modes. The camera was built to accept modifications for use with certain legacy lenses to prevent potential damage.
Context
The M8.2 was positioned as the second generation of the Leica M8 series, effectively integrating the upgrades previously available through a service program for the 2006 model. It addressed several issues present in the original M8, though it remained a minor improvement rather than a full redesign.
Market
By 2017, used Leica M8.2 bodies were selling for around $1,000, with earlier reports in 2015 citing prices just over $2,000 CAD on eBay. A 2017 Reddit post noted listings as low as $800, indicating a declining market value over time.
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