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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S

Portability
77 Imaging
70 Features
35 Overall
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Leica M Typ 262 front
 
Leica SL2-S front
Portability
55 Imaging
75 Features
84 Overall
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Key Specs

Leica M Typ 262
(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
Leica SL2-S
(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
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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).

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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.

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Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Leica SL2-S

          

          

            
 M Typ 262 SL2-S 
          

        


        

          

            
Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Leica M Typ 262

          

          

            
 SL2-S M Typ 262 
AnnouncedDecember 2020November 2015Fresher by 61 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k921kCrisper 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 
Manually focus  Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
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.
Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S size comparison
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 top view buttons comparison          

        


        

          

            
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 sensor size comparison
          

        


        

          

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

          

          

                      

          Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Screen and Viewfinder comparison        


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Photography Type Scores

          

        

        
Portrait Comparison
 Leica M Typ 262 as a Portrait photography camera
 Leica SL2-S as a Portrait photography camera
74
 you can focus manually
 good  resolution (24MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 saves RAW files
 no liveview feature
85
 manual focus
 decent MP (24MP)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 features face detection focusing
 exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison
 Leica M Typ 262 as a Street photography camera
 Leica SL2-S as a Street photography camera
65
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 saves RAW files
 screen does not articulate
 does not have image stabilization
66
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 exports RAW formats
 includes touch to focus
 environment sealing
 great ISO range (50,000)
 screen is fixed
 heavier than competition in class (931 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Leica M Typ 262 Sports photography factors
Leica SL2-S Sports photography factors
49
 good  resolution (24MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 no liveview feature
 continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
 no shutter priority
 does not have image stabilization
 lack of phase detect auto focus
82
 maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
 silent shooting (1/16,000s)
 high max fps (20.0 frames per second)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 features tracking autofocus
 environment sealing
 great battery power (510 CIPA)
 lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Leica M Typ 262 Travel photography information
Leica SL2-S Travel photography information
58
 good  resolution (24 megapixels)
 missing Time Lapse function
 display isn't selfie friendly
65
 great battery power (510 per charge)
 environment sealing
 supports bluetooth
 includes touch to focus
 decent MP (24MP)
 heavier than competition in class (931 grams)
 doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison
Leica M Typ 262 Landscape photography information
Leica SL2-S Landscape photography information
69
 you can focus manually
 switch lenses (Leica M mount)
 good sized screen (3 inch)
 good  resolution (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 saves RAW files
 no liveview feature
 does not have image stabilization
 missing Time Lapse function
85
 manual focus
 swap lenses (Leica L mount)
 screen size is good (3.2 inches)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 decent MP (24MP)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 no anti-alias filter
 great ISO range (50,000)
 exports RAW formats
 environment sealing
 great battery power (510 per charge)
 2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Leica M Typ 262
Vlogging with Leica SL2-S
22
 display isn't selfie friendly
 does not have image stabilization
 video resolution low ( pixels)
 missing external mic jack
32
 built-in touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 features face detection focusing
 high quality video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
 has external mic support
 doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
 heavier than competition in class (931 grams)
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2-S Specifications

          

          

                      


          

            Detailed spec comparison table for Leica M Typ 262 and Leica SL2-S
 Leica M Typ 262Leica SL2-S
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