Leica M (Typ 262) Specifications

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M (Typ 262)
Specifications
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Model Name:	Leica M (Typ 262)
Prices:	Compare Prices
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:
General
Model Number:	M (Typ 262)
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Rangefinder
Currently Manufactured:	Yes
Retail Price:	$5195.00
Street Price:	$4,995.00
Date Available:	2015-11-25
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	21.2 oz (600 g) includes batteries
Size:	5.5 x 3.1 x 1.7 in. (139 x 80 x 42 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:
Effective Megapixels:	24.0
Sensor Format:	35mm
Sensor size:	855.62mm² (35.80mm x 23.90mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	6.01 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	1.0x
Aspect Ratio:	3:2
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	None
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	5952 x 3968 (23.6 MP, 3:2), 4256 x 2832 (12.1 MP, 3:2), 2976 x 1984 (5.9 MP, 3:2), 1600 x 1072 (1.7 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG, .DNG RAW (lossless compressed), RAW+JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	3.0
Video Capture
Can take movies:	No
Movie Resolution:
Movie File Format:
Composite Video Out:	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	n/a
HD Video Out:	No
HD Video Connection:

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Leica M bayonet
Lens:	n/a
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):
Focal Length (actual):
Zoom Ratio:
Aperture Range:	Varies with lens used
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:	No
Digital Zoom Values:	n/a
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	No
Auto Focus Type:	N/A (Manual focus with OVF)
Auto Focus Assist Light?	n/a
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD (playback only)
Viewfinder Type:	Non-TTL bright-line frame rangefinder w/ automatic parallax compensation, 0.68x magnification
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.68x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.68x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots (307,200 px)
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:
Top Deck Display:	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	6400
Minimum ISO (native):	200
ISO Settings:	Auto, ISO 200 to 6,400 in 1/3EV steps, extendable to ISO 100
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent warm, Fluorescent cool, Flash, Kelvin Setting, Manual
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 60 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	OVF: TTL Center-weighted with working aperture
Program Auto Exposure:	No
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	No
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	N/A
Self Timer:	2 or 12 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	No
Flash Modes:	Control with center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering (with SCA-3501/3502 adapter, or SCA-3000 standard flash unit such as Leica SF 24D/Leica SF 58); First or second curtain sync.
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	n/a
Max Flash Sync:	1/180
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	SCA-3502 compatible hot shoe, with center contact
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	.DNG RAW (lossless compressed), RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:
PictBridge Compliant:	No
DPOF Compliant:	No
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Threaded cable release
Connections (extended):

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	3.0
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:
Play -> Record Time:
Flash cycle time, full power:
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary 7.4v 1800mAh
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No
Software
Included Software:	Free download of Adobe Lightroom for registered owners
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	A less expensive version of the Leica M (Typ 240) without live view or movie modes; lighter, quieter shutter, simplified menu, white balance button.