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Key Features
- 24MP Full-Frame Leica Max CMOS Sensor
- Leica Maestro Image Processor
- 3.0" 920k-Dot LCD Monitor
- Full HD 1080p Video Recording
The black M (Typ 240) Digital Rangefinder Camera from Leica is a traditionally-styled M-series camera that blends elements of Leica's celebrated past with contemporary imaging technology. This camera features a full-frame Leica Max 24MP CMOS sensor and Maestro image processor to realize rich image quality with low noise levels and smooth color and tonal gradations. The sensor and processor combination also avails the ability to shoot continuously up to 3 fps, record full HD 1080p video, and enable a top sensitivity of ISO 6400. Unique among digital cameras, the M maintains Leica's preference for a rangefinder design and incorporates a 0.68x optical viewfinder with split and superimposed manual focusing and automatic parallax correction. Alternatively, the M is also the first M-series camera to integrate live view shooting capabilities, with the added convenience of being able to check focus and composition on the rear 3.0" 920k-dot LCD monitor.
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What is so good about this camera?? It looks like a Sony RX100.
Shooting with a Leica is unlike any other camera. If its superbly organic style of shooting is what you need to express yourself, then you get one. It is also a luxury brand. Therefore the experience of photography with Leica is like riding in a BMW 7 series rather than a Ford Fiesta.
Date published: 2019-07-21
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How does the M typ 240 differ from the M-P typ 240 ?
big improvement (at least to me: The M-P has the frame selector on the front so you can preview the frame lines for other lenses just like the old Leicas had.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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What is the range of lenses suitable for the built-in optical viewfinder of this camera?
The M240 has frame lines for the following focal lengths; 28,35. 50, 75, 135
Date published: 2018-11-05
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How is it possible to focus using live view on a rangefinder? I'm befuddled.
It is still manual focusing through the viewfinder, however focus peaking is available when using the back LCD screen.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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Is the raw on the M240 14bit?
Yes, raw output is 14 bit color.
Date published: 2018-12-24
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Can you shoot tethered? Can you attach a tripod mount? Do any of the Leica cameras shoot raw? Thanks!!
The Leica M Typ 240 can shoot RAW images. Tethering is achieved using the Leica Image Shuttle software which can be downloaded on the Leica website once you register the camera. This camera can mount to a standard tripod with a 1/4-20 thread.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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i have leica M , flash Leica SF 58 and multifunction handgrip M with GPS,I want to use Flash in studio purpose following ways1. install flash in light support by connecting cable, would you recommed control cable type?2. install flash in light support by connecting cable, would you recommend proper wireless remote control system?thanks 2 questions
There are small Slave Cubes for about $35 which can help. You simply put the main flash into the cube, like a hot-shoe and put any small flash, like a Metz24... all Metz flashes have a TTL model for Leica and most other brand hot-shoes w/TTL. Check the flashes available at B&H, there are mayn for under $100.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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Do any of the type 240, type 242 M, or type 242 M-D omit the low-pass filter? Thanks.
There is no lowpass filter on any of the digital M cameras.
Date published: 2018-08-28