Leica M8.2 (2008)

Name: Leica M8.2
Brand: Leica

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 is an update to the original Leica M8 and carries over improvements from the factory upgrade program offered for the earlier model. It works with nearly all M-mount lenses, though certain older lenses may risk damaging the camera unless Leica Customer Service modifies them first. It uses the same CCD sensor and processor as the 2006 M8, 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 M8.2 uses the same sensor and processor as the original M8. The sensor is a low-noise CCD 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 certain legacy lenses, so those lenses don't damage it.

Context

The M8.2 was positioned as the second generation of the Leica M8 series. It folded in the upgrades that had been available through a service program for the 2006 model. It addressed several issues in the original M8, but it was a minor improvement and not a full redesign.

Market

By 2017, used Leica M8.2 bodies were selling for around $1,000. Earlier reports in 2015 cited prices just over $2,000 CAD on eBay. A 2017 Reddit post noted listings as low as $800.