Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246) Digital Rangefinder Camera
Consistent with Leica's passion for classic designs mixed with contemporary functionality, the M Monochrom (Typ 246) Digital Rangefinder Camera is a unique digital camera dedicated to producing black and white imagery. Lacking a color filter array, as well as an optical low pass filter, the M Monochrom's full-frame 24MP CMOS sensor records solely in luminance values, forgoing the need for color interpolation, in order to gain the utmost in sharpness, clarity, and resolution. Complementing the imaging capabilities, the Leica Maestro image processor also affords a sensitivity range from ISO 320-25000 as well as a 3 fps shooting rate with a 2GB buffer for recording up to 30 frames in a sequence. Full HD 1080p video recording is also possible in either 24 or 25 fps frame rates. Unique among digital cameras, the Typ 246 maintains Leica's preference for a rangefinder design and incorporates a 0.68x optical viewfinder with split and superimposed manual focusing, automatic parallax correction, and manual image field selection. Conversely, the camera also features a 3.0" 921.6k-dot LCD with sapphire glass covering to maintain the overall durability of the magnesium alloy and brass body.
As with past M-series cameras, the M Monochrom retains the ability to utilize the vast network of M-mount lenses from 16mm to 135mm. When working in live view, and since focusing operation is entirely manual, focus peaking and 10x live view zoom can be utilized to ensure critical focus. An ergonomic body design places all of the necessary camera controls within reach during shooting, including top shutter speed and drive mode dials, as well as rear menu navigation buttons and selection dial located atop the thumb rest.
The DNG files created by the M Monochrom (Typ 246) are not currently compatible with Apple's Photos and Aperture applications in Mac OS X Yosemite (10.10.3 and 10.10.4) and should not be imported into your Photos or Aperture libraries.
Lens Mount | Leica M |
Camera Format | Full-Frame |
Pixels | 24 Megapixel |
Max Resolution | 24 MP: 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 |
Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
Resolution | 1920 x 1080: 24 fps, 25 fps 1280 x 720: 24 fps, 25 fps |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Audio Recording | Built-in Mic: With Video, Mono Optional External Mic: With Video, Stereo |
Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.68x |
Display Screen | 3" Rear Screen LCD (921,600) |
Screen Coverage | 100% |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 320-25000 |
Shutter | Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: 60 - 1/4000 second in Aperture Priority Mode Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: 8 - 1/4000 second in Manual Mode Type: Electronic & 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 |
Burst Rate | Up to 3 fps at 24 MP for up to 30 frames |
Flash Modes | 1st Curtain Sync Second-curtain Sync |
Built-in Flash | No |
Max Sync Speed | 1 / 180 seconds |
Flash Compensation | -3 EV to +1 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 |
Connectivity | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
Software System Requirements | Windows: Vista (SP2), 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 | 1.50 lb / 680 g with battery |
Package Weight | 5.9 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.8 x 8.5 x 6.6" |
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246) Digital Rangefinder Camera
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