Leica's first digital M rangefinder — 10.3MP CCD with classic M-mount lens compatibility.
The Leica M8 launched in 2006 as Leica's first digital M-mount rangefinder camera, pairing a 10.3MP CCD sensor with the legendary M-mount lens system. It was a landmark moment — bringing Leica's rangefinder heritage into the digital era.
The 10.3MP 1.33x crop Kodak CCD sensor delivers distinctive images with excellent colour and tonal quality characteristic of CCD technology. The crop factor means 35mm lenses behave as approximately 47mm. Known for infrared sensitivity requiring UV/IR filters on some lenses.
Classic Leica M rangefinder body with brass top and base plates. Manual focus with rangefinder coupling. 2.5-inch LCD — small by modern standards. SD card slot. No video recording. No live view. 545g body only.
Available used at mid-range prices — collector appeal keeps values above pure specification merit. The IR sensitivity issue is well-documented — certain fabrics appear purple without UV/IR cut filters. The M9 moved to full-frame. For Leica digital collectors and those who appreciate CCD rendering.