Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L
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Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L 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)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed March 2021
- Old Model is Sigma fp

Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Leica and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and fp L (61MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

The M Typ 240 was announced 9 years earlier than the fp L which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the M Typ 240 grades versus the fp L with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 240 over the Sigma fp L
M Typ 240 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Leica M Typ 240
fp L | M Typ 240 | |||
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Revealed | March 2021 | ![]() | September 2012 | More modern by 103 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1180k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M Typ 240 and Sigma fp L
M Typ 240 | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 240 has got outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the M Typ 240 against the fp L.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 240 and fp L is 74 and 83 respectively.

Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 240 and fp L.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sigma fp L to provide you with more detail with its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 240 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M Typ 240 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Leica M Typ 240 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sigma |
Model type | Leica M Typ 240 | Sigma fp L |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Leica L |
Available lenses | 59 | 40 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 1% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 pounds) | 427 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $5,479 | $2,499 |