Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax Q
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Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(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
- Released September 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Released June 2011
- Replacement is Pentax Q10
Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax Q Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Leica M Typ 240 versus Pentax Q, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and Q (12MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and Q (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe M Typ 240 was released 16 months after the Q making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M Typ 240 matches up versus the Q with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 & Pentax Q. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 240 over the Pentax Q
M Typ 240 | Q | |||
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Released | September 2012 | June 2011 | Newer by 16 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Leica M Typ 240
Q | M Typ 240 |
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Common features in the Leica M Typ 240 and Pentax Q
M Typ 240 | Q | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 has outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Pentax Q has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica M Typ 240 versus Pentax Q in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the M Typ 240 against the Q.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 240 and Q is 74 and 93 respectively.
Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 240 and Q.
Clearly, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 240 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica M Typ 240 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger M Typ 240 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Leica M Typ 240 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Pentax |
Model type | Leica M Typ 240 | Pentax Q |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Pentax Q |
Available lenses | 59 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 1% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/2000s |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680g (1.50 lbs) | 180g (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 84 | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.0 | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 1860 | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 shots | 230 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $5,479 | $695 |