Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P
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![Leica M Typ 262 front Leica M Typ 262 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-M-Typ-262/Leica-M-Typ-262-front.jpg)
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Released November 2015
- Also Known as Typ 262
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Released June 2011
- Replaced the Leica M9
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Leica M Typ 262 versus Leica M9-P, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are sold by Leica. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and M9-P (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Full frame).
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The M Typ 262 was announced 4 years later than the M9-P and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M Typ 262 matches up vs the M9-P when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 & Leica M9-P. The whole galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Leica M9-P Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Leica M9-P
M Typ 262 | M9-P | |||
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Released | November 2015 | ![]() | June 2011 | More recent by 54 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Leica M Typ 262
M9-P | M Typ 262 |
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Common features in the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica M9-P
M Typ 262 | M9-P | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 262 has got external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
Examine the Leica M Typ 262 versus Leica M9-P in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the M Typ 262 vs the M9-P.
![Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P size comparison Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Typ-262-vs-Leica-M9-P-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and M9-P is 77 and 78 respectively.
![Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Typ-262-vs-Leica-M9-P-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 262 and M9-P.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Leica M Typ 262 to offer extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern M Typ 262 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M-Typ-262-vs-Leica-M9-P-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Typ-262-vs-Leica-M9-P-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P Specifications
Leica M Typ 262 | Leica M9-P | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica M Typ 262 | Leica M9-P |
Alternative name | Typ 262 | - |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-11-19 | 2011-06-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Maestro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 5212 x 3472 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 2500 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica M |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 59 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | - | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600 grams (1.32 pounds) | 600 grams (1.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 854 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL2 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $5,069 | $7,995 |