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Leica M8.2 Digital Rangefinder Camera Body, Silver {10.3MP} 10712
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Leica M8.2: a rangefinder body built for manual, deliberate shooting
The M8.2 pairs a 10.0MP APS-H sensor (27 x 18mm) with the Leica M mount, keeping the rangefinder shooting experience central than buried under menus. This is a manual-focus, manual-exposure-first tool: no autofocus motor, no built-in stabilization gimmicks, just a bright viewfinder, a mechanical shutter, and glass that renders the way Leica M lenses have for decades.
Silver body, APS-H sensor, and a mount that opens onto the full catalog of Leica M optics, from fast 35mm and 50mm primes to specialized wide-angles. Street photographers get a quiet, compact body that doesn't announce itself. Documentary shooters get manual control that doesn't fight them mid-frame. Travel photographers get a body light enough to carry all day without a bag full of zoom glass.
Beyond stills, the M8.2 also records video at up to 2952 x 1972, with additional modes at 1968 x 1315 and 1312 x 876, a feature not typical of rangefinders from this era. With the right adapter, the M mount also extends to Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, L-Mount, and Fuji X bodies, giving current mirrorless shooters a way into Leica glass without abandoning their existing system.
For photographers who want a camera that asks for engagement with focus and exposure than automating them away, the M8.2 remains a straightforward, mechanical option.
Who It's For
Street photographers benefit from the M8.2's quiet shutter and small rangefinder body, letting them work close to subjects without drawing attention. Documentary and photojournalist shooters get manual exposure and focus control paired with the APS-H sensor's 10.0MP resolution, suited to unscripted, fast-moving scenes where a rangefinder's wide viewfinder helps anticipate action outside the frame lines. Travel photographers gain a compact body that pairs with a single prime lens for lightweight, all-day carry. Photographers already invested in Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, L-Mount, or Fuji X systems can adapt Leica M glass onto their current bodies, extending the use of M-mount lenses beyond the rangefinder itself.
Key Features
- 10.0MP APS-H sensor with 27 x 18mm frame
- Leica M mount for full rangefinder lens ecosystem
- Manual focus only, no autofocus motor
- Video recording at 2952 x 1972, 1968 x 1315, 1312 x 876
- Bright rangefinder viewfinder with mechanical shutter
- Silver body, compact and lightweight
- Adapter-compatible with Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, L-Mount, Fuji X
FAQ
- What sensor does the M8.2 use?
- A 10.0MP APS-H sensor (27 x 18mm) mounted on the Leica M bayonet. The smaller APS-H frame keeps the rangefinder compact without the bulk of full-frame mirrors.
- Is the M8.2 autofocus or manual focus?
- Manual focus only. There's no autofocus motor-you focus with the rangefinder patch and your lens's focus ring, the way M mount cameras have worked since the 1950s.
- What video modes does the M8.2 record?
- Up to 2952 x 1972, plus additional modes at 1968 x 1315 and 1312 x 876. Video recording was uncommon in rangefinders at the time of the M8.2's release, so this added flexibility without overcomplicating the interface.
- Can I use modern lenses on the M8.2?
- Any Leica M mount lens mounts directly. With an adapter, you can also mount Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, L-Mount, or Fuji X lenses, though you'll lose rangefinder coupling and be focusing manually either way.
- What's the viewfinder like on the M8.2?
- Bright and uncluttered. There's no autofocus point display or live-view screen-just the rangefinder patch, your frame lines, and the mechanical shutter. This simplicity is intentional.
- Is the M8.2 weather-sealed?
- The verified specifications don't cover weather sealing for this body. Treat it as you would any camera from 2008 without explicit sealing claims-reasonable care with rain and dust, but not designed for harsh field conditions.
- What color does the M8.2 come in?
- Silver. It's the standard finish for Leica M bodies of this generation.
| Specification | Value |
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| Sensor | APS-H (27 x 18 mm) |
| Resolution | 10.0 MP |
| Mount | Leica M |
| Video | 2,952 x 1,972, 1,968 x 1,315, 1,312 x 876 |
| Color | Silver |
This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.
| Brand Name | Leica |
|---|---|
| Flash System | Leica TTL (Pre-Flash) |
| Focus Type | Manual focus (only) |
| Lens Mount | Leica M |
| Memory Card Type | SD, SDHC |
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