Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M11 Monochrome

In this article, we will be contrasting the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica M11 Monochrome, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are offered by Leica. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and M11 Monochrome (60MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The M Typ 262 was released 8 years before the M11 Monochrome and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M Typ 262 matches up versus the M11 Monochrome with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 262 & Leica M11 Monochrome. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 262 has got physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Leica M11 Monochrome has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the M Typ 262 compared to the M11 Monochrome.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and M11 Monochrome is 77 and 76 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 262 and M11 Monochrome.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Leica M11 Monochrome to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older M Typ 262 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.