Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Released November 2015
- Alternate Name is Typ 262
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Revealed November 2016
- Replacement is Leica TL2

Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica TL, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both sold by Leica. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and TL (16MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and TL (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

The M Typ 262 was released 11 months before the TL so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M Typ 262 grades versus the TL in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 262 & Leica TL. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Leica TL Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Leica TL
M Typ 262 | TL |
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Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Leica M Typ 262
TL | M Typ 262 | |||
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Revealed | November 2016 | ![]() | November 2015 | Newer by 11 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+309k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica TL
M Typ 262 | TL | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. 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) and the Leica TL has sizing of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).
Analyze the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica TL in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 262 versus the TL.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and TL is 77 and 85 respectively.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 262 and TL.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 262 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 262 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL Specifications
Leica M Typ 262 | Leica TL | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica M Typ 262 | Leica TL |
Also called | Typ 262 | - |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-11-19 | 2016-11-08 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Maestro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12500 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica L |
Total lenses | 59 | 4 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | - | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600 grams (1.32 lbs) | 384 grams (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 400 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL2 | BP-DC13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $5,069 | $1,009 |