Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic S1H
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Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica M Mount
- 680g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Introduced September 2012
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Launched August 2019

Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic S1H Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Leica M Typ 240 versus Panasonic S1H, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the S1H (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

The M Typ 240 was manufactured 8 years prior to the S1H which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the M Typ 240 grades vs the S1H when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic S1H Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 240 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Panasonic S1H Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 240 over the Panasonic S1H
M Typ 240 | S1H |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Leica M Typ 240
S1H | M Typ 240 | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | ![]() | September 2012 | Newer by 84 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2330k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+1410k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M Typ 240 and Panasonic S1H
M Typ 240 | S1H | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 has got outside measurements 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 Panasonic S1H has dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") and a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).
Contrast the Leica M Typ 240 versus Panasonic S1H in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 240 against the S1H.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 240 and S1H is 74 and 52 respectively.

Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and S1H.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged M Typ 240 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic S1H Specifications
Leica M Typ 240 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica M Typ 240 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica L |
Total lenses | 59 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 2,330k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 1 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/320s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 5952x3988 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680g (1.50 lb) | 1052g (2.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 84 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1860 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | Dual |
Cost at launch | $5,479 | $3,998 |