Sony RX100 vs Leica M-P (Typ 240)

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Sony RX100 vs Leica M-P (Typ 240)

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1 inch 116.2mm²
20.2 megapixels
28.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)

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35mm 864.0mm²
24.0 megapixels
ISO 200 - 6400

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Succeeded by the Sony RX100 II
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Differences

Sony RX100 advantages over Leica M-P (Typ 240)

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Higher max flash sync
1/2000 vs 1/180 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
HDMI out
HDMI out vs None
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Lighter weight
240g vs 680g
Lighter weight
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Faster JPEG shooting
10.0 fps vs 3.0 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 6400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Leica M-P (Typ 240) advantages over Sony RX100

Larger sensor
35mm vs 1 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Bigger pixels
~ 6.05 vs 2.41 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
M-P (Typ 240) test data on DxO Mark RX100 test data on DxO Mark

1,860 vs 390 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Hot shoe
Hot shoe vs None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
More pixels
24.0 vs 20.2 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Bigger JPEG buffer
24 vs 13 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Faster shutter
1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Wi-Fi
Neither provide
Share your photos wirelessly
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Excellent high-ISO performance for such a compact model; Smart controls; Small body; Bright lens; 10fps full-res burst mode; Very fast shutter response; Excellent LCD.
Lens flare at night; Poor rendering of yellows; Slow flash recycling; Soft corners wide open; Continuous AF mode slow to lock.
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The Competition

Compared to Sony RX100 II

Sony RX100

Sony RX100 II

$1095
1 inch

Faster RAW shooting

$598
1 inch

Tiltable Screen
Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Sony RX100 vs Sony RX100 II

Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Sony RX100 II

$7495
35mm

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

$598
1 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Compared to Sony RX100 III

Sony RX100

Sony RX100 III

$1095
1 inch

More telephoto lens reach
Faster RAW shooting

$748
1 inch

Eye-level viewfinder
Tiltable Screen

Compare Sony RX100 vs Sony RX100 III

Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Sony RX100 III

$7495
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$748
1 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Compared to Canon G7X

Sony RX100

Canon G7X

$1095
1 inch

In-camera panoramas
Longer stills battery life

$1239
1 inch

Touchscreen
Tiltable Screen

Compare Sony RX100 vs Canon G7X

Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Canon G7X

$7495
35mm

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

$1239
1 inch

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Touchscreen

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Compared to Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

Sony RX100

Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

$1095
1 inch

In-Camera Image Stabilization
In-camera panoramas

$7595
35mm

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sony RX100 vs Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

$7495
35mm

$7595
35mm

Longer exposure
Higher extended ISO

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Compared to Leica M-D (Typ 262)

Sony RX100

Leica M-D (Typ 262)

$1095
1 inch

Rear display
Focus peaking

$5995
35mm

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sony RX100 vs Leica M-D (Typ 262)

Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Leica M-D (Typ 262)

$7495
35mm

Rear display
Focus peaking

$5995
35mm

Longer exposure

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