Product Review: Leica DISTO D810 Laser Distance Meter
The Instrument Choice Team of Scientists regularly reviews new and popular products, so you can make more informed decisions when searching for the perfect scientific instrument for your application.
This edition reviews the Leica DISTO D810 Laser Distance Meter, a professional laser distance meter that offers a selection of exceptional features and some revolutionary functions that support quick and intuitive operations.
About Leica Geosystems
Over nearly 200 years, Leica Geosystems has earned an international reputation for professional, high-end products and technologies that capture, analyse, and present spatial information.
Introducing the Leica DISTO D810
The first of its kind, the Leica DISTO D810 revolutionised laser distance measuring by combining an innovative inbuilt touchscreen with an integrated digital camera and a quick, accurate and intuitive operating system.
Leica DISTO D810 Key Features
- Brilliant colour touchscreen display: The Leica DISTO D810 comes with a large touch screen for quick and intuitive operation.
- Easy navigation: Navigate the display using familiar, two-finger gestures such as swipe and zoom.
- Measure in picture technology (MIP): The D810’s exceptional technology can determine the height, width, area, diameter, or circumference of an object from a captured image. Bracket your target using pointers on the touch screen to measure an object's width, area, or diameter – it’s that easy!
- Onboard Memory: Store up to 80 images and 30 last measurement values on the device for quick recall.
- Level: Displays 360° inclinations with a transverse inclination of ±10°. The D810 beeps at 0° and 90°- ideal for horizontal or vertical adjustments.
- Pointfinder with 4x zoom: The point finder is an excellent assistant when performing measurements outdoors. The integrated point finder (viewscreen) shows the target on display in real-time, and the device measures in the middle of the crosshair, even if the laser dot is not visible.
- Bluetooth Smart Technology: The efficient and innovative Bluetooth Smart module works together with all Bluetooth Smart Ready devices.
- DISTO Sketch Software: The free Leica DISTO Sketch software is the link between your Leica DISTO D810 and a smartphone or a tablet. DISTO Sketch allows you to gather all the measurement information in a single document.
- Long Range Mode: This mode helps you measure challenging targets in unfavourable conditions by extending the measuring time. Select the long-range mode in bright ambient light or when target reflectivity is poor.
- Photo/Screenshot: To take an instant photo, tap on the camera icon in the centre of the bottom line. To take a screenshot, press the camera key for two seconds – simple!
- Scope of supply: The Leica DISTO D810 has everything you need to start, including the Leica DISTO D810, battery, charger, holster, hand loop, CD user guide, quick start guide and product inspection certificate. If you need to hit the ground running, check out the complete Leica Disto D810 Touch Laser Distance Meter Package – it includes everything supplied with the Leica DISTO D810 plus:
- Leica tripod adapter FTA360: A stable adapter with fine adjustment for convenient and accurate aiming to minimise measuring deviation and indirect measurement
- Leica TRI70: A compact and practical tripod for increased application performance; and
- Rugged Case: For convenient and safe transportation of measuring and aligning equipment.
Leica DISTO D810 Specifications
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Leica DISTO D810 Distance Measurement Specifications |
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Typical Measuring Tolerance* |
± 1.0 mm / ~1/16" *** |
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Maximum Measuring Tolerance** |
± 2.0 mm / 0.08 in *** |
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Typical Range* |
200 m / 660 ft |
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Range at unfavourable condition **** |
80 m / 260 ft |
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Smallest unit displayed |
0.1 mm / 1/32 in |
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Power Range Technology |
Yes |
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Ø laser point at distances |
6 /30 / 60 mm (10 / 50 / 100 m) |
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* applies for 100 % target reflectivity (white painted wall), low background illumination, 25 °C |
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Leica DISTO D810 Tilt Measurement Specifications |
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Measuring tolerance to laser beam***** |
-0.1° / +0.2° |
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Measuring tolerance to housing***** |
± 0.1° |
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Range |
360° |
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***** after user calibration. Additional angle related deviation of +/- 0.01° per degree up to +/-45° in each quadrant. Applies at room temperature. For the whole operating temperature range, the maximum deviation increases by +/-0.1°. |
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Leica DISTO D810 Photo/Screenshot Specifications |
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Resolution for photos |
900 x 800 dpi |
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Resolution for screenshots |
240 x 400 dpi |
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File format |
JPG |
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Download of Gallery |
USB |
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Leica DISTO D810 Battery Specifications |
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Rated voltage |
3.7 V |
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Capacity |
2.6 Ah |
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Measurements per battery charge |
Approx. 4000 |
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Charging time |
Approx. 4 hours |
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Output voltage |
5.0 V |
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Charging current |
1 A |
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Leica DISTO D810 General Specifications |
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Laser class |
2 |
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Laser type |
635 cm, < 1mW |
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Protection class |
IP54 (dust- and splash water protected) |
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Automatic laser switch off |
after 90 s |
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Autom. power switch-off |
after 180 s |
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Bluetooth Smart |
Bluetooth v4.0 |
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Range of Bluetooth |
10 metres |
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Dimension (H x D x W) |
61 x 31 x 164 mm |
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Weight |
238 g |
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Temperature range: |
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Leica DISTO D810 Included Functions |
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Functions |
1. Distance measuring 2. Min/Max measuring 3. Permanent measuring 4. Stake-out 5. Area 6. Triangle area 7. Volume 8. Trapezium 9. Painter function (area with partial measurement) 10. Pythagoras 2-point, 3-point 11. Smart Horizontal Mode/Indirect height: 12. Height-profile measurement 13. Level 14. Sloped objects |
15. Height tracking 16. Memory 17. Beep 18. Pointfinder (Viewscreen) 4x zoom, OV 19. Personalised Favorites 20. Timer 21. Long Range Mode 22. Calculator 23. Photo/Screenshot 24. Compass 25. Gallery with USB download 26. Diameter 27. Width 28. Area from Photo |
Leica DISTO D810 Applications
Accurate, easy to operate and with a host of outstanding features, the Leica DISTO D810 Laser Distance Meter is an ideal tool for:
- Carpenters
- Electricians
- Landscapers
- Developers
- Engineers
- Painters
- Plasterers
- Fitters
- Surveyors; or
- Any professional tradesperson who needs to solve problems, investigate structures, measure areas or generate quotes.
Conclusion
What do our scientists conclude about the Leica DISTO D810 Laser Distance Meter?
“Often with feature-packed devices, ease of operation is lost - not with the DISTO D810 Laser Distance Meter!
We love the Leica DISTO D810’s easy to use touch screen navigation (or buttons if you have wet or dirty hands), its straightforward setup and how effortless it is to collect vital data. Our scientific team can thoroughly recommend the DISTO D810 Laser Distance Meter”.
For more information about the DISTO D810 Laser Distance Meter or assistance finding the best laser distance meter for your application, speak with an Instrument Choice Scientist. Call 1300 737 871 or email [email protected].
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