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Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V

Portability
77
Imaging
72
Features
35
Overall
57
Leica M Typ 262 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R V front
Portability
60
Imaging
84
Features
96
Overall
88

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V Key Specs

Leica M Typ 262
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • Leica M Mount
  • 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
  • Launched November 2015
  • Alternate Name is Typ 262
Sony A7R V
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
  • Launched October 2022
  • Previous Model is Sony A7R IV
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Leica and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and A7R V (61MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The M Typ 262 was released 8 years earlier than the A7R V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R V being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M Typ 262 matches up against the A7R V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Sony A7R V

 M Typ 262 A7R V 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Leica M Typ 262

 A7R V M Typ 262 
LaunchedOctober 2022November 2015Newer by 84 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimension3.20"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2360k921kClearer display (+1439k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Leica M Typ 262 and Sony A7R V

 M Typ 262 A7R V 
Manual focus More precise focusing

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 enjoys external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony A7R V has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 262 compared to the A7R V.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and A7R V is 77 and 60 respectively.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V top view buttons comparison

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 262 and A7R V.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony A7R V to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 37MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 262 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V Screen and ViewFinder

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica M Typ 262 Portrait photography advice
Sony A7R V Portrait photography advice
75
manual focus
megapixel count good (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview feature
90
manual focus
MP count high (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Leica M Typ 262 Street photography highlights
Sony A7R V Street photography highlights
66
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
79
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
offers focus by touch
environment proofing
great ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Leica M Typ 262 Sports photography info
Sony A7R V Sports photography info
50
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
no liveview feature
max fps very slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect autofocus
92
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count high (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
better than average battery life (600 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica M Typ 262 Travel photography factors
Sony A7R V Travel photography factors
58
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly display
80
better than average battery life (600 shots)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
offers focus by touch
MP count high (61 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica M Typ 262
Landscape photography with Sony A7R V
69
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
screen is a good size (3")
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview feature
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse function
89
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3.20 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count high (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
does not have low pass filter
great ISO range (32,000)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
better than average battery life (600 shots)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Leica M Typ 262
Vlogging with Sony A7R V
22
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low ( pixels)
doesn't have microphone port
80
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focusing
high res video (7680 x 4320 pixels)
includes microphone support
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7R V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica M Typ 262 and Sony A7R V
 Leica M Typ 262Sony Alpha A7R V
General Information
Brand Leica Sony
Model Leica M Typ 262 Sony Alpha A7R V
Otherwise known as Typ 262 -
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2015-11-19 2022-10-26
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Maestro -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 35.8 x 23.9mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 855.6mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 61 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5952 x 3976 9504 x 6336
Highest native ISO 6400 32000
Highest enhanced ISO - 102800
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 693
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Sony E
Available lenses 59 187
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully articulated
Display size 3 inches 3.20 inches
Display resolution 921 thousand dots 2,360 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 9,440 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.68x 0.9x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync.
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98)
Highest video resolution - 7680x4320
Video format - MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 600 grams (1.32 lb) 723 grams (1.59 lb)
Dimensions 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 600 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model BP-SCL2 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots One 2
Retail price $5,069 $3,900