Leica M Typ 240 vs Leica M10

Its time to look more closely at the Leica M Typ 240 versus Leica M10, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both offered by Leica. The image resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the M10 (24MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The M Typ 240 was launched 5 years before the M10 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M Typ 240 scores against the M10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 and Leica M10. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Leica M10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 240 comes with outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Leica M10 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the M Typ 240 and the M10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 240 and M10 is 74 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 240 and M10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older M Typ 240 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.