I put all cameras such as the LX100, D-Lux, X30, X100 into more of a portable class as all of their lenses - even when retracted - stick out too much to fit in a pocket. So my top choice then is the Fujifilm X-E3 or X-E4. The X-E3 has the front mode dial and bit more buttons while the X-E4 sports a tilt-screen. Either can be configured with a small lens and not take up much more bulk/weight than the D-Lux while also providing a bit more to hold on to as well as flexibility and APS-C. Based on what I know of the LX100, D-Lux 8 would be still be a contender.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
@@malfunkt Agreed
@jmtphotographymedia2 ай бұрын
Fuji X30, Fuji X70, Ricoh GR
@tomfenn71492 ай бұрын
I was getting really bored with all the other initial negative reviews of this camera, but wow, really nice to see yours here, in particular seeing many of the other reviews of the D-Lux 8 show quite soft images, and yours are tack sharp. My current favourite pocket camera is my Ricoh GRD IV. I just love this camera, even though I will admit and being 12 years old, with a CCD sensor the poor thing is getting very 'lo-fi' by today's APS-C standards, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing, as the DNG files it creates are really excellent. I briefly owned a Ricoh GR II which was an amazing camera and that would've been a keeper if it hadn't have developed the dreaded stuck shutter and lens problem. Ricoh's quality control post their CCD models isn't great. I also owned the Ricoh GR III, but I really didn't like it much. I'm an old Leica M6 owner and I really wanted another Leica but without spending megabucks (I'd have to remortgage my house and probably sell my children to slavery in order to purchase an M11!). I've also tried the Olympus E-P7, which is also a fantastic 20mp m43 camera, around the same size of the D-Lux 8 and with interchangeable lenses (so will fit the amazing Leica 15mm f1.7, a lens I already have, use and love) but it doesn't have a viewfinder, and of course isn't a Leica!
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
I found that the optical image stabilization on while walking produces bad results. And i stated that in a call out in the video. Turning off the OIS and cranking the shutter speed is the best way to get sharp images. But again I think this will be solved in the new firmware. or I hope. Reviewing a camera with a prototype firmare is a tricky review that's why I am saving my final conclusions when I can test the real deal. As you've seen I did not recommend the camera and advise everyone checks it out for themselves. I can recommend other cameras with confidence but not this one yet.
@gdwlaw5549Ай бұрын
I’ve had all the D-Lux models and sold them with in minutes of posting an ad. Still friends with the people that bought them. This camera is superb. Yes, I’m a brand snob…..
@GastonShutters28 күн бұрын
All good being a brand snob. You shoot with what you like. Don’t worry about what others think. Your money your choice.
@lorenschwiderskiАй бұрын
Glad I bought the Panasonic GX-9, some time back, and then the Leica 15mm lens. I have a tilt screen, and interchangeable lenses which do not extend -- well most do not. Great compact and well built camera.
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
👍
@garypond345116 күн бұрын
I have the same setup as well and used it with that lens as well as the 14-140 but I never have fallen in love with the camera, particularly the myriad of menu settings. I bet the Leica is just a more fun camera to use.
@GastonShutters2 күн бұрын
Lots of fun to use
@ABarrera2 ай бұрын
Video quality on this video is 🔥
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Natural light. Now and lights from a room lol. DJI mic
@zapadakofflv85602 ай бұрын
After many years sony rx100 iii left me. If we are honest this little sony is still good, I took so many beautiful photos with it and captured many memories. I have other cameras , big, expensive ones. But I want a small camera that will be in my pocket. I think the time has come for my first Leica.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
It’s a great camera. Not the best or the most complete but it does what it supposed to do.
@kevinmallory5237Ай бұрын
The Sony is significantly smaller - but the Leica allows for better control over your exposure triangle. I have both and an M. If I need a true pocket camera - it is the Sony.
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
Agreed
@ianforber2 ай бұрын
It’s certainly an expensive camera. I don’t understand all the hate against it having a previous gen sensor. If the sensor was good then, why can’t it be good enough now? It doesn’t really matter if other sensors are now “better” in terms of dynamic range or detail resolution. Some of my favourite pictures were taken with a D-Lux 2 which is far inferior to this camera. To me, it’s the haptics that matter. If these are good, then it’s a valid option to consider for a travel/everyday camera.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Agreed
@UrdnotAkongo2 ай бұрын
You don't understand? Should be pretty crystal clear. You're paying premium for something that's 6 years old, how can you not understand where the hate is coming from lol. Come on dude. In terms of tech, 6 years old is ancient. Yeah give me an electronic device with the internals that are 6 years old, comments like this are the reason companies can get away with releasing "new" products with negligible amount of upgrades, they win, the consumers lose.
@ianforber2 ай бұрын
I don’t understand why people chase new tech just for the sake of it. The camera is way too expensive but not because of the tech it offers. It’s just too expensive! Same as Fuji X100 series - they’ve only now put in IBIS when it should’ve been in the V and arguably IV. Didn’t make them rubbish cameras. Did make them too expensive though.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Don’t forget companies need to charge whatever they need to charge to remain in business, it is up to the consumer to skip it or buy it. Simple as that.
@StickybuttonАй бұрын
@@GastonShuttersThat may be a convenient dismissal for a lesser brand but definitely not for Leica.
@btv19613 күн бұрын
What do you mean…it doesn’t have Leica looks…..its not a thing you can add on……its a general description of the characteristics of tone and focus drop off etc that you get from Leica cameras and lenses. Or do you mean some sort of artificial electronic filter used to process the image from raw?
@reaporyurnero94132 ай бұрын
so what is exactly the difference to DLUX7 let along the decreased maximum shutter speed?
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Better screen and EVF and new design. But that’s not enough IMO to upgrade. Since I don’t own any of them (I used to own the DLux 7 but sold )I will go with the D Lux 8
@henrychang81542 ай бұрын
It is recommended that next time the parameters of the photos used in the video be marked next to the photos. Sitll a great video
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Noted
@dgoullet12 ай бұрын
The pictures look great! Love the colors, are they very edited or it has good colors straight out? Thanks
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Slightly corrected white balance highlights and shadows. Some of them do have a bit of grading.
@camerafusion2 ай бұрын
Good review!
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@gurugamer86322 ай бұрын
Please do a review on hassleblad X2D 100C + 38mm V f2.5
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
I had that camera. But if I get it again I will. That was my favorite combo
@SortiraiАй бұрын
good evening at the time of the success Fuji x100v the videos were numerous but for the d lux 7 not much. this is the opposite. we must not miss the mark. see you soon..
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
Thanks
@user-qm2qr6cl6x2 ай бұрын
Is that photo really captured by d-lux 8? The angle of view is felt like full-frame body.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
All images in this video are from the DLux 8. If you are talking about the bokeh, that’s what you get when you are really close to subject at f1.7
@frits14632 ай бұрын
Nothing about image quality? Low light performance?...
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Check part two of this video where I have night photography samples. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ianJZZ6ujr6JY80
@18yearsoldnot2 ай бұрын
It’s a topic not worth mentioning given that it’s the same as the old camera
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Barely any improvements other than the looks. Not impressed, just an ok expensive point an shoot.
@18yearsoldnot2 ай бұрын
@@GastonShutters looks almost like an rx1 🤣. If only they could combine the evf from this new one with the sensor af and lens from that one
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
The RX1 RII is actually smaller and has a fixed lens
@benbiedenkopf86232 ай бұрын
Leica wants to jump on the X100VI / Q3 Hype Train. In the Price Range 1800€. Many people who dont get a X100Vi ( or the Q3 to expensive) will get the 1800€ Leica. No matter what
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
The Q3 is a Leica.
@benbiedenkopf86232 ай бұрын
@@GastonShutters i know. But its all about the price range of 1500-1800€. Many cant afford a Q3 so they choose a x100vi. X100vi isnt availible so they get a D-Lux8. A Mini Q3
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
The x100VI is a great camera as well.
@gnostocrat18 күн бұрын
Stupid comment. Leica does not cannibalise their own segments. The Q3 obviously is a Leica- no comparison or relevance.
@PLANETWATERMELONАй бұрын
Really wish the lens did not pop out or if they had just done a fix prime lens. The pop out design just kills those cameras vibe for me.
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
I hear you. The purpose of this camera is range. But I agree. A 35mm equivalent would’ve been great.
@PLANETWATERMELONАй бұрын
@@GastonShutters Possibly. To me this is a Panasonic cash grab. Leica in my opinion would never do a camera like this 20+ years ago. To me this is a glorified Panasonic with a Leica logo. Still super cool, but I feel like Leica is known for their prime lenses and a fixed lens focal length would have make it like a mini Fuji x100v. IMHO.
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
No doubt that it’s the same core. But the improved features are a nice refreshment. And the fact that the res is 17MP more forgiving
@gnostocrat18 күн бұрын
“Expensive” is relative and irrelevant. It is about value for money. Too many people only perceive their place in the LCD (Lowest Common Denominator = cheap) market as the criteria for their subjective desires, perhaps needs. Everybody now thinks they’re a photographer because of phones. That is not the case nor do many people have an educated understanding of cameras or photography. So “expensive” is meaningless.
@GastonShutters16 күн бұрын
👌
@kurtkramer47062 ай бұрын
Can one of the two buttons on the back be configured to be a back-focus button? And if so, will it hold its focus distance until you focus with it again to get a new distance?
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
I'm not sure , Ididn't test that and I've already returned the camera.
@like2comment2 ай бұрын
do they so.ve the problim in dust leak in lens and you can tclean
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
I think this camera is better protected against the elements but I couldn't find info if its weather sealed
@barneynap12 ай бұрын
Hello, Great info. will the handgrip for the leica d lux 7 fit the leica d lux 8.Thanks
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
No idea. It’s a different shape. Maybe not.
@ChrisLRobinson2 ай бұрын
what ya think are we phase or contrast detect?
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Contrast only
@rbmads56192 ай бұрын
Hiw much $? I may hav missed this, but where are the links to purchase the d 8?
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Didn't u nderstand your question.
@rbmads56192 ай бұрын
@@GastonShutters the voice to text on my phone mangled my question. I corrected it
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
@@rbmads5619 I still see the same typos hehehe. BH has a link with price but no way to pre order yet www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1830573-REG/leica_19191_d_lux_8_digital_camera.html/accessories?origSearch=Leica%20C%20Lux%20Accessories&sts=&c3api=2572%2C138045322040&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw65-zBhBkEiwAjrqRMGPq-B3Fj8mDkZIU1Ixso8XptqgqX7l-o2iVHNC_dPeb7EOmcK7QnhoCqxQQAvD_BwE
@deniallif2 ай бұрын
i dont know a lot about cameras but this camera basically seems like a Pansonic Lumix100M2 with a red logo on it. can someone please tell me other wise?
@michaelbell752 ай бұрын
Better screen and EVF
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Indeed
@Damon_Mah2 ай бұрын
designed with Leica simpler physical interface controls and internal/smartfone software, DNG file support, USB-C vs Micro-USB, OLED viewfinder, higher resolution rear screen
@michaelbell752 ай бұрын
@@Damon_Mah yep, but still 90% Panasonic. Might as well just wait until the LUMIX version comes out and save $500
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Nothing wrong with the Panasonic. But if you can wait something tells me that you are ok with what you have now.
@glennsak2 ай бұрын
A lens cap is included, but sadly the auto-close cap is sold separately as an accessory.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Ouch
@franciscojaviergarciapadro4615Ай бұрын
Gracias
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
De nada
@johnyao8299Ай бұрын
weird , everyone seems like shoot this in WB. i guess this camera only good for WB
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
WB? White balance?
@kevinmallory5237Ай бұрын
@@GastonShutters Guessing he/she/they mean B&W???
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
It sure
@judem4292 ай бұрын
My 7 screws on 43 filters. B&H says the 8 will not take any filters. Is that true?
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
I believe it does. It’s the same exact lens
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Just posted a new video about it kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmSZlp-PlL6SrK8
@judem4292 ай бұрын
I’m watching it right now. I’m glad you get to the point and don’t blather on for 20 minutes. Thank you!
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Hahaha. Glad you like the flow. It took mw some time to get to this point.
@delfschmidt6253Ай бұрын
It is exactly the same lens, no difference so far,so it will fit
@glennsak2 ай бұрын
FYI, your thumbnail for this video is titled Part II. You may want to change it to Part I.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Thank you for pointing my typo! Changed! Thanks again
@KristianDowling2 ай бұрын
FYI the D-Lux 7 did have RAW DNG and it was very good at recovering details too
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Yes. I know, I intended to say it didn't have DNG support. RWL is what it was called and larger files. I owned the DL 7 as well.
@user-ms8qg2rz5s2 ай бұрын
I wish Leica make a 18-50mm F2-4 version, and a RX-10 like m43 camera with 24-280mm F2-5.6
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Write your wishes they check all these videos
@user-ms8qg2rz5s2 ай бұрын
@@GastonShutters thanks, hope they really do
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
fingers crossed
@Viewtolove2 ай бұрын
Does it have the Panasonic IBIS?
@michaelbell752 ай бұрын
Im sure it has optical stabilization like the 7. Just wait for the LX100 III. Same camera for $500 less.
@Viewtolove2 ай бұрын
@@michaelbell75 In part 2 the creator says it was so bad he turned it off and raised shutter speed to go on without ibis. Too bad I was hoping for the best ibis in the business, from Panasonic. Like in the G9 mark 2.
@michaelbell752 ай бұрын
@@Viewtolove you can’t fit IBIS in this compact camera with the larger sensor. You have to make sacrifices somewhere. Get one of their 1 inch sensor cameras like the ZS100 if you want IBIS. I really like the ZS series.
@Viewtolove2 ай бұрын
@@michaelbell75I have got a Fujifilm X 100 VI. With working IBIS. And compact. 8 years ago I had a Leica D Lux 7 in my hands and a too large Fujifilm XH-1, in those days one couldn’t. Times are changing my friend:-) Today it is possible to have good working IBIS in an compact body! Even in a full frame compact body: Panasonic LUMIX S9.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Yes it has OIS like I mention in the video no IBIS which is a missed opportunity
@buchsgАй бұрын
panasonic lx100 2 with a leica badge....and leica price
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
Great camera indeed with better screen, EVF, USBC 3, touch new menu and same great image quality.
@wallacechoi76102 ай бұрын
05:17
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
What’s going on here
@wallacechoi76102 ай бұрын
@@GastonShutters It's just my bookmark. Thank you for the video!
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Hehehe
@jan-martinulvag19532 ай бұрын
Panasonic LX100
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Pretty much
@SethKimStudioАй бұрын
no leica looks. then why anyone buy this camera lol thanks for this video
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
My guess is that it will be available upon release or in a later firmware.
@SethKimStudioАй бұрын
@@GastonShutters i really hope so
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
🙏
@bluepanthera7592Ай бұрын
made in china nice work leica...
@GastonShuttersАй бұрын
It’s a great camera. And it feels better built than the D Lux 7.
@costagf2 ай бұрын
TILT SCREEN
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
That would’ve been a nice upgrade
@Powerland562 ай бұрын
Nothing new. An old camera in new clothes.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Yes new design, EVF and slightly better screen same hardware
@trantamthuc2 ай бұрын
Oh no, made in china 😢
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
All good. The phone or computer your are typing from is from there as well.
@michaelbell752 ай бұрын
Thanks, but just like every other Leica LUX camera, it's not a real Leica. It's an overpriced Panasonic that is made in China. I'd wait for the Panasonic version that will be half the price.
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Yeah it is not made in Germany and most likely there it will be the Panasonic version of it.
@jaybatongbacal98592 ай бұрын
It's the Panasonic LX100 mark 2. Came out a few years ago.
@michaelbell752 ай бұрын
@@jaybatongbacal9859 no, it’s not. It’s got considerable upgrades over the 100 II
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Correct
@kevinmallory5237Ай бұрын
I am under the impression that Panasonic has stopped making/marketing their version of this camera.
@filmzfilmz2 ай бұрын
1st
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
Congrats. Now finish watching it 😂
@Tee.wrecks2 ай бұрын
For 1500+ this camera is ass
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
There are more powerful options for the money indeed
@michaelbell752 ай бұрын
Then wait for the Panasonic LX100 III. Same camera for $500 less
@GastonShutters2 ай бұрын
If you can wait then you may not been needing a camera that bad and the one you have is probably good enough for what you need it for