The new Leica M8.2 can be a significant continuing development of the digital rangefinder camera for professionals, the M8. Where important attributes of Leica M8 including discretion, intuitive work and robustness have been further improved.

Even more intuitive operation
The new snapshot mode "S" will be particularly valuable in tight reportage conditions. It will please hundreds of who use short focal lengths from 21 to 35 mm and want victory straightaway , not knowing considerably about photography. If your shutter speed dial is ventured into the latest "S" setting, the digital 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 known as a quick override setting.

For more precise framing at long distances, the bright line frames on the viewfinder were which will handle larger framing areas.

Robustness & discretion
The new Leica M8.2 certainly is the primary professional video camera to try an ultra scratch resistant sapphire crystal as coverglass towards the camera monitor. It is so hard may possibly only be worked with special diamond tools. The camera also sports a brand new easy grip and specially robust "vulcanit" finish.

Thanks to varied detailed modifications, the noise and vibration for the shutter action were audibly and noticeably reduced a step forward. The fastest shutter speed of one's metal blade focal plane shutter is 1/4000 s, and therefore the flash sync speed is 1/180 s. To make the camera more discreet in critical situations, the photographer may personally determine the acceptable moment when the shutter is cocked.

Compact and quick New charger unit
The new compact charger unit was organized to fill up at a minimum space during the photograper's bag and has a quick charge function when charging battery. The LED flashes yellow after about two hours when 80 percent belonging to the charging capacity is reached. This is often already sufficient around 400 exposures.