Leica M (Typ 262)

Leica M (Typ 262)
Overview
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
Chronology
Predecessor	Leica M-E
Successor	Leica M-E (Typ 240)

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]

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The Leica M (Typ 262) superseded the Leica M-E (Typ 220), and was superseded by Leica M-E (Typ 240) in 2019.