Canon R6 vs Leica M Typ 262
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Canon R6 vs Leica M Typ 262 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Announced July 2020
- Newer Model is Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Announced November 2015
- Also referred to as Typ 262
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On this page, we will be matching up the Canon R6 vs Leica M Typ 262, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the M Typ 262 (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe R6 was unveiled 4 years after the M Typ 262 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the R6 matches up versus the M Typ 262 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Leica M Typ 262
| R6 | M Typ 262 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2020 |  | November 2015 | More modern by 57 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1620k |  | 921k | Crisper screen (+699k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Canon R6
| M Typ 262 | R6 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon R6 and Leica M Typ 262
| R6 | M Typ 262 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen size |
Canon R6 vs Leica M Typ 262 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon R6 provides exterior measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Leica M Typ 262 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon R6 vs Leica M Typ 262 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the R6 and the M Typ 262.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the R6 and M Typ 262 is 61 and 77 respectively.
Canon R6 vs Leica M Typ 262 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the R6 and M Typ 262.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Leica M Typ 262 to resolve extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher R6 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon R6 vs Leica M Typ 262 Specifications
| Canon EOS R6 | Leica M Typ 262 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Leica |
| Model type | Canon EOS R6 | Leica M Typ 262 |
| Also called as | - | Typ 262 |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2020-07-09 | 2015-11-19 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Digic X | Maestro |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5952 x 3976 |
| Highest native ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 6072 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon RF | Leica M |
| Total lenses | 17 | 59 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 1,620 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (rangefinder) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.68x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Highest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | - |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lb) | 600 grams (1.32 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 360 photographs | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LP-E6NH | BP-SCL2 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Two | Single |
| Launch cost | $2,499 | $5,069 |