Leica M (Typ 262) Digital Rangefinder Camera
Purveying the essence of rangefinder photography, the M (Typ 262) signals Leica's commitment to simple, straight photography while still incorporating contemporary qualities for refined image-making. Revolving around a full-frame 24MP CMOS sensor and Maestro image processor, the Typ 262 omits now-conventional video and live view features to produce a stills-only camera capable of shooting at up to 3 fps with sensitivities up to ISO 6400. An updated body design sees the incorporation of an aluminum alloy top plate, for a noticeable reduction in weight compared to typical brass plates, and a redeveloped shutter cocking mechanism is notably quiet for discrete shooting applications. Of course, as a Leica rangefinder, this model features a 0.68x optical viewfinder with split and superimposed manual focusing, automatic parallax correction, and automatic image field selection based on the attached lens. A 3.0" 921.6k-dot LCD monitor with scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass cover is also featured, however is sparingly used for solely reviewing imagery, adjusting white balance, or navigating the two-page menu system.
Lens Mount | Leica M |
Camera Format | Full-Frame |
Pixels | 24 Megapixel |
Max Resolution | 5976 x 3992 |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 23.9 x 35.8 mm |
File Formats | Still Images: DNG, JPEG |
Memory Card Type | SD SDHC SDXC |
Focus Type | Manual |
Focus Mode | Manual Focus (M) |
Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.68x |
Display Screen | 3" Rear Screen LCD (921,600) |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 200-6400 (Extended Mode: 100-6400) |
Shutter | Type: Mechanical Speed: 60 - 1/4000 second in Aperture Priority Mode Type: Mechanical Speed: 8 - 1/4000 second in Manual Mode Type: Mechanical Speed: 60 - 0 second in Bulb Mode Type: Mechanical Speed: 60 - 0 second in Time Mode |
Metering Method | Center-weighted average metering |
Exposure Modes | Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual Metering Range: EV 0.0 - EV 20.0 Compensation: -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
White Balance Modes | Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Manual, Shade, Tungsten |
Burst Rate | Up to 3 fps at 24 MP for up to 8 frames |
Flash Modes | 1st Curtain Sync Hi-Speed Sync Manual Second-curtain Sync TTL Auto |
Built-in Flash | No |
Max Sync Speed | Mechanical Shutter: 1 / 180 seconds |
Flash Compensation | -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | TTL |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 3 fps |
Self Timer | 12 seconds, 2 seconds |
Software System Requirements | Windows: 7, 8 Mac: OS X 10.5 or later |
Battery | 1x BP-SCL2 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack, 7.4 VDC, 1800 mAh |
Operating/Storage Temperature | Operating 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.5 x 1.7 x 3.1" / 138.6 x 42.0 x 80.0 mm |
Weight | 1.32 lb / 600 g with battery |
Package Weight | 5.65 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.6 x 8.5 x 6.5" |
Leica M (Typ 262) Digital Rangefinder Camera
BP-SCL2 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1800 mAh) BC-SCL2 Battery Charger for BP-SCL2 Li-Ion Battery Carrying Strap Accessory Shoe Cover
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