Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262
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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 262 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
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Introduced November 2015
- Additionally Known as Typ 262
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are sold by Leica. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and M Typ 262 (24MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Full frame).
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The M-Monochrom was brought out 4 years before the M Typ 262 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the M-Monochrom grades against the M Typ 262 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom and Leica M Typ 262. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Leica M Typ 262 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Leica M Typ 262
M-Monochrom | M Typ 262 |
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Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Leica M-Monochrom
M Typ 262 | M-Monochrom | |||
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Introduced | November 2015 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 42 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Leica M Typ 262
M-Monochrom | M Typ 262 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica M-Monochrom provides outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Leica M Typ 262 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the M-Monochrom versus the M Typ 262.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 size comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Leica-M-Typ-262-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and M Typ 262 is 78 and 77 respectively.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 top view buttons comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Leica-M-Typ-262-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M-Monochrom and M Typ 262.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Leica M Typ 262 to give greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older M-Monochrom is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 sensor size comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Leica-M-Typ-262-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Leica-M-Typ-262-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M Typ 262 Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Leica M Typ 262 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica M-Monochrom | Leica M Typ 262 |
Alternative name | - | Typ 262 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-05-10 | 2015-11-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Maestro |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 5952 x 3976 |
Max native ISO | 10000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica M |
Number of lenses | 59 | 59 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 32 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | - |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lb) | 600g (1.32 lb) |
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 | 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 | 350 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | BP-SCL2 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $7,950 | $5,069 |