Insta360
Luna Ultra
Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.
$770
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Leica
D-Lux 8
Premium compact with 4/3 sensor, fast 24-75mm equivalent Vario-Summilux zoom, OLED EVF, and 4K video.
$1,595
Launch priceReleased Jul 2024
Luna Ultra is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
D-Lux 8
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BD-Lux 8 has higher ISO max (native) (25,000 vs 6,400)
- ALuna Ultra has higher Resolution (37 MP vs 17 MP)
- ALuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 397 g)
- BD-Lux 8 has higher Max video bit rate (150 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
D-Lux 8
130 × 69 × 62 mm
397 g (0.88 lb / 14.00 oz)
Luna Ultra is 78mm narrower and 24mm thinner than D-Lux 8 but it is also 101mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 164 g lighter than D-Lux 8.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 62mm D-Lux 8
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
D-Lux 8
130 × 69 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
D-Lux 8
130 × 62 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
D-Lux 8
17.3 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
225 mm² area
1.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Luna Ultra
Codecs
Adds H.265
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Resolution
37 MP vs 17 MP — higher is better
Weight
233 g vs 397 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
D-Lux 8
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds H.264, MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 69, 62
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only D-Lux 8 supports it
Max video bit rate
150 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Luna Ultra
Pros
- ✓Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
- ✓8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
- ✓Detachable 2" OLED screen
- ✓3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0
Cons
- –Premium vs Pocket 3
- –No waterproofing
- –Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv
D-Lux 8
Pros
- ✓4/3 sensor compact
- ✓24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 lens
- ✓OLED EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –Fixed zoom lens
- –No weather sealing
- –Premium compact price
Decided which one is right for you?
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Insta360 Luna Ultra
Leica D-Lux 8
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Luna Ultra or D-Lux 8?
Luna Ultra scores 7.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for D-Lux 8 — 3-axis mechanical gimbal — cinema-smooth footage in motion.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and D-Lux 8?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and D-Lux 8 is 17 MP, so the Luna Ultra captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Luna Ultra and D-Lux 8?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while D-Lux 8 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and D-Lux 8?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and D-Lux 8 weighs 397 g, so the Luna Ultra is 164 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and D-Lux 8 record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. D-Lux 8: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Luna Ultra and D-Lux 8 weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. D-Lux 8: No.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and D-Lux 8 at $1,595. The Luna Ultra is $825 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Leica press materials.