Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S 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
- Other Name is Typ 262
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 931g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
- Announced December 2020

Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Leica M Typ 262 versus Leica SL2-S, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are built by Leica. The resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the SL2-S (24MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

The M Typ 262 was brought out 6 years before the SL2-S and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica SL2-S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the M Typ 262 grades against the SL2-S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 & Leica SL2-S. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Leica SL2-S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Leica SL2-S
M Typ 262 | SL2-S |
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Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Leica M Typ 262
SL2-S | M Typ 262 | |||
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Announced | December 2020 | ![]() | November 2015 | Fresher by 61 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+1179k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica SL2-S
M Typ 262 | SL2-S | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 262 offers external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Leica SL2-S has dimensions of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs).
Analyze the Leica M Typ 262 versus Leica SL2-S in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M Typ 262 and the SL2-S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and SL2-S is 77 and 55 respectively.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 262 and SL2-S.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older M Typ 262 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Specifications
Leica M Typ 262 | Leica SL2-S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica M Typ 262 | Leica SL2-S |
Otherwise known as | Typ 262 | - |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-11-19 | 2020-12-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Maestro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 50000 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 59 | 36 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 5,760 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1800 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 20 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 20 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | - | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600 grams (1.32 lbs) | 931 grams (2.05 lbs) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 510 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL2 | BP-SCL4 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) |
Card slots | One | Two |
Cost at launch | $5,069 | $4,895 |