The Leica M (Typ 262) is a digital rangefinder camera announced by Leica Camera on November 19, 2015.[1][2] The shutter and cocking mechanism are much quieter than in the earlier and higher-priced M Typ 240, and allow two frames per second to be recorded in single shot mode.[3] The model omits the Typ 240's live view and video capabilities, and has a much simpler menu structure and one-button access to white balance settings. The Leica M (Typ 262) has a CMOS full-frame sensor with a 24 Megapixel resolution, with an ISO of up to 6400. The usual brass camera body has been replaced with an aluminum alloy top plate, for a reduction in weight.[3]
Overview | |
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Maker | Leica |
Lens | |
Lens mount | Leica M |
Sensor/medium | |
Sensor type | CMOS |
Sensor size | 35.8 x 23.9mm (Full frame type) |
Maximum resolution | 5952 x 3976 (24 megapixels) |
Film speed | 100-6400 |
Recording medium | SD, SDHC or SDXC memory card |
Shutter | |
Shutter speeds | 1/4000s to 60s |
Continuous shooting | 3.0 frames per second |
Viewfinder | |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68 |
Image processing | |
Image processor | Maestro |
White balance | Yes |
General | |
LCD screen | 3 inches with 921,000 dots |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.65 inches) |
Weight | 680g including battery[1] |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Leica M-E |
Successor | Leica M-E (Typ 240) |
In 2017 Leica released a Leica M (Typ 262) with a ‘red anodized finish’ with a special edition Leica Summicron-M 50 mm f/2 ASPH in the same finish. Only 100 bodies were made.[4]
The Leica M (Typ 262) superseded the Leica M-E (Typ 220), and was superseded by Leica M-E (Typ 240) in 2019.
References
edit- ^ a b "Leica M (Typ 262) Full specifications". DP Review. Retrieved 2016-08-30.
- ^ "Leica M (Typ 262) is a Return to the Basics of Digital M Rangefinder Photography". PetaPixel. 19 November 2015. Retrieved 2019-08-22.
- ^ a b "Leica introduces M Typ 262 with new quieter shutter mechanism and lower price". DPReview.
- ^ "Leica M (Typ 262) 'red anodized finish': Special limited edition in a unique look // 2017 // Press Releases // Press Centre // Company - Leica Camera AG". en.leica-camera.com. Retrieved 2019-11-28.
External links
edit- Media related to Leica M Typ 262 at Wikimedia Commons