| General | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Leica | Leica |
| Model | M8 | M-E Typ 220 |
| Successor Model | Leica M8.2 | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor Size | APS-H | Full Frame |
| Sensor Dimensions | 27 x 18 mm | 36 x 24 mm |
| Total Pixels | 18.5 Megapixel | |
| Effective Pixels | 10.35 Megapixel | 18.0 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 160 - 2,500 | 80 - 2,500 |
| Photo | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 3936 x 2630 | 5212 x 3472 |
| Other Resolutions | 2952 x 1972, 1968 x 1315, 1312 x 876 | 3840 x 2592, 2592 x 1728, 1728 x 1152, 1280 x 846 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Image File Format | DNG, JPEG | DNG, JPEG |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Standard | Fine, Standard |
| Color Space | Adobe RGB, sRGB, ECI RGB. | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| White Balance | Automatic, 6 presettings, manual white balance, color temperature input from 2,000 K to 13,100 K. |
| Focus | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Servo | Manual | Manual Focus |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Leica M | Leica M |
| Crop Factor | 1.3x | 1x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT color LCD | |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
| Screen Resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (rangefinder) |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.68x | |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.68x | |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +3 |
| Shutter | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Micro-processor controlled metal-blade slotted shutter with vertical movement | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 8 sec | 4 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/8000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 2.0 fps |
| Flash | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Front Curtain Rear Curtain Slow sync | Front Curtain Rear Curtain Slow sync |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 sec | 1/180 sec |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | TTL Hot Shoe | Hot Shoe |
| Exposure | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Center-weighted | |
| Exposure Modes | Automatic mode (Auto), Manual exposure | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| DXO | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 663 | 787 |
| DxO Color Depth | 21.1 | 22.7 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 11.3 | 11.7 |
| DxO Overall Score | 59 | 69 |
| Video | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Recording Modes | No | |
| Interval Recording |
| Terminals | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Speaker | ||
| Built-in Microphone | ||
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control |
| Environmental | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing | ||
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
| Physical | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46") | 139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 591 g (1.30 lb / 20.85 oz) | 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.7 x 7.8 x 7.4" | |
| Package Weight | 4.55 lb |
| Power and Storage | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 550 shots | |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC |
| Other | Leica M8 | Leica M-E Typ 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 12 sec | 2 or 12 sec |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Material of Construction | All-metal case made of die-cast magnesium; synthetic leather covering. Cap and base plate made of brass |
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