Leica CL vs Leica M Typ 262
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Leica CL vs Leica M Typ 262 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Released November 2017
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Revealed November 2015
- Also referred to as Typ 262
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Following is a in-depth overview of the Leica CL vs Leica M Typ 262, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both created by Leica. The image resolution of the CL (24MP) and the M Typ 262 (24MP) is fairly comparable but the CL (APS-C) and M Typ 262 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe CL was unveiled 2 years after the M Typ 262 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CL scores versus the M Typ 262 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Leica M Typ 262
| CL | M Typ 262 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | November 2017 |  | November 2015 | More modern by 25 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Leica CL
| M Typ 262 | CL | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus |
Common features in the Leica CL and Leica M Typ 262
| CL | M Typ 262 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica CL vs Leica M Typ 262 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Leica CL features physical measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Leica M Typ 262 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the CL vs the M Typ 262.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CL and M Typ 262 is 82 and 77 respectively.
Leica CL vs Leica M Typ 262 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CL and M Typ 262.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The CL contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh trickier. The newer CL is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Leica CL vs Leica M Typ 262 Specifications
| Leica CL | Leica M Typ 262 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Leica | Leica |
| Model | Leica CL | Leica M Typ 262 |
| Also Known as | - | Typ 262 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Released | 2017-11-21 | 2015-11-19 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Maestro II | Maestro |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 6014 x 4014 | 5952 x 3976 |
| Max native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Leica L | Leica M |
| Available lenses | 30 | 59 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (rangefinder) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.68x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/25000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | - |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 403g (0.89 lbs) | 600g (1.32 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | BP-DC12 | BP-SCL2 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $3,799 | $5,069 |