Canon M3 vs Leica M Typ 240
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Canon M3 vs Leica M Typ 240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Announced February 2015
- Renewed by Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica M Mount
- 680g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Introduced September 2012

Canon M3 vs Leica M Typ 240 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon M3 and Leica M Typ 240, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the M Typ 240 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the M3 (APS-C) and M Typ 240 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

The M3 was launched 2 years later than the M Typ 240 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M3 grades against the M Typ 240 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon M3 vs Leica M Typ 240 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M3 & Leica M Typ 240. The complete galleries are available at Canon M3 Gallery & Leica M Typ 240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Leica M Typ 240
M3 | M Typ 240 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | September 2012 | Fresher by 30 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 240 over the Canon M3
M Typ 240 | M3 |
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Common features in the Canon M3 and Leica M Typ 240
M3 | M Typ 240 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Canon M3 vs Leica M Typ 240 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon M3 provides physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Leica M Typ 240 has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon M3 and Leica M Typ 240 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the M3 vs the M Typ 240.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M3 and M Typ 240 is 85 and 74 respectively.

Canon M3 vs Leica M Typ 240 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and M Typ 240.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The M3 contains the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult. The more recent M3 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon M3 vs Leica M Typ 240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M3 vs Leica M Typ 240 Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Leica M Typ 240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon EOS M3 | Leica M Typ 240 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2012-09-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5952 x 3976 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Leica M |
Available lenses | 23 | 59 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 1% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.2fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 366 grams (0.81 pounds) | 680 grams (1.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | 84 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 1169 | 1860 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 500 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $481 | $5,479 |