Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240
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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Released September 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica M Mount
- 680g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Released September 2012

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both offered by Leica. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and M Typ 240 (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

The M-E Typ 220 was brought out about the same time to the M Typ 240 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the M-E Typ 220 scores against the M Typ 240 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Leica M Typ 240. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Leica M Typ 240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-E Typ 220 over the Leica M Typ 240
M-E Typ 220 | M Typ 240 |
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Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 240 over the Leica M-E Typ 220
M Typ 240 | M-E Typ 220 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Leica M Typ 240
M-E Typ 220 | M Typ 240 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | September 2012 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 has got exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) whilst the Leica M Typ 240 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).
Compare the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the M-E Typ 220 vs the M Typ 240.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and M Typ 240 is 79 and 74 respectively.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and M Typ 240.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Leica M Typ 240 to offer more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M Typ 240 Specifications
Leica M-E Typ 220 | Leica M Typ 240 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Leica |
Model | Leica M-E Typ 220 | Leica M Typ 240 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 5952 x 3976 |
Max native ISO | 2500 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Leica M |
Number of lenses | 59 | 59 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 1 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 585 grams (1.29 lb) | 680 grams (1.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 69 | 84 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | 787 | 1860 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $0 | $5,479 |