Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240
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![Leica M-Monochrom front Leica M-Monochrom front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Leica_M-Monochrom_1.jpg)
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Launched May 2012
(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
- Announced September 2012
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are offered by Leica. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and M Typ 240 (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (Full frame).
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The M-Monochrom was unveiled 4 months prior to the M Typ 240 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the M-Monochrom matches up against the M Typ 240 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom & Leica M Typ 240. The full galleries are available at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Leica M Typ 240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Leica M Typ 240
M-Monochrom | M Typ 240 |
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Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 240 over the Leica M-Monochrom
M Typ 240 | M-Monochrom | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Leica M Typ 240
M-Monochrom | M Typ 240 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | September 2012 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica M-Monochrom enjoys exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Leica M Typ 240 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M-Monochrom vs the M Typ 240.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 size comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Leica-M-Typ-240-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M-Monochrom and M Typ 240 is 78 and 74 respectively.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 top view buttons comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Leica-M-Typ-240-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-Monochrom and M Typ 240.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Leica M Typ 240 to offer extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 sensor size comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Leica-M-Typ-240-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Leica-M-Typ-240-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 240 Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Leica M Typ 240 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica M-Monochrom | Leica M Typ 240 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2012-09-17 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 5952 x 3976 |
Max native ISO | 10000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Leica M |
Number of lenses | 59 | 59 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 1 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 32s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lbs) | 680g (1.50 lbs) |
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 Overall rating | not tested | 84 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1860 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 500 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $7,950 | $5,479 |