- 35mm 855.6mm2
- 24.0 megapixels
- ISO 320 - 25,000
- Go in depth with our full Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246) Review.
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General | ||
Model Number: | M Edition 60 | M Monochrom (Typ 246) |
Alternate Model Number(s): | M-60 | |
Camera Format: | Rangefinder | Rangefinder |
Currently Manufactured: | No | Yes |
Retail Price: | $18500.00 | $7450.00 |
Street Price: | $15,999.00 | $7,595.00 |
Date Available: | 2014-11-15 | 2015-05-07 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: |
36.7 oz
(1,040 g)
includes batteries, kit lens |
24.0 oz
(680 g)
includes batteries |
Size: |
5.5 x
3.1 x
1.7 in. (139 x 80 x 42 mm) |
5.5 x
3.1 x
1.7 in. (139 x 80 x 42 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | ||
Effective Megapixels: | 24.0 | 24.0 |
Sensor Format: | 35mm | 35mm |
Sensor size: | 855.62mm2 (35.80mm x 23.90mm) | 855.62mm2 (35.80mm x 23.90mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 5.99 microns | 6.01 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | 1.0x | 1.0x |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | None |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | None | None |
Self-Cleaning: | No | No |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | ||
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | ||
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | ||
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | ||
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: | 5976 x 3992 (23.9 MP, 3:2) |
5952 x 3968
(23.6 MP,
3:2), 4256 x 2832 (12.1 MP, 3:2), 2976 x 1984 (5.9 MP, 3:2), 1600 x 1072 (1.7 MP, Other) |
Image File Format: | , RAW only (DNG, uncompressed) | JPEG, .DNG RAW (14-bit, compressed or uncompressed), RAW+JPEG |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | No | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
1920x1080 (25p/24p)
1280x720 (25p/24p) |
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Movie File Format: | QuickTime Motion JPEG (MOV); built-in mic is mono, but external stereo mic adapter available | |
Composite Video Out: | No | No |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | n/a | n/a |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | n/a | n/a |
HD Video Out: | No | No |
HD Video Connection: | ||
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | Leica M bayonet | Leica M bayonet |
Lens: | Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH stainless steel lens | n/a |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 35mm | |
Focal Length (actual): | 35mm | |
Zoom Ratio: | 1.00x | |
Aperture Range: | f/1.4 - 16; with 9-blade rounded iris diaphragm | Varies with lens used |
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
70 cm to Infinity 27.6 in to Infinity |
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Macro Focus Range: | ||
Filter Thread: | 46.0mm | n/a |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | No | No |
Digital Zoom: | No | No |
Digital Zoom Values: | n/a | n/a |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | No | No |
Auto Focus Type: | n/a | N/A (Manual focus with OVF/Live View with magnification, focus peaking) |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | n/a | n/a |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | Optical / No LCD | Optical / LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | Non-TTL bright-line frame rangefinder w/ automatic parallax compensation, 0.68x magnification; Optional EVF available, can be used for Live View and Play functionality | Non-TTL bright-line frame rangefinder w/ automatic parallax compensation, 0.68x magnification, calibrated to -0.5 dpt (corrective lenses from -3 to +3 diopter available); Optional Visoflex EVF-2 Electronic Viewfinder |
Focus Peaking: | No | Yes |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.68x | 0.68x |
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 0.68x | 0.68x |
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display: | No | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 0.0 | 3.0 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 921,600 dots (307,200 px) | |
Touchscreen: | No | No |
Articulating Screen: | No | No |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | No |
Selfie Screen: | No | No |
Max Playback Zoom: | ||
Top Deck Display: | No | No |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 6400 | 25000 |
Minimum ISO (native): | 200 | 320 |
ISO Settings: | ISO 200 - 6400, manually adjustable in 1/3 ISO increments | Auto, ISO 320 to 25000 in 1/3 EV steps |
Auto ISO Mode: | No | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | N/A (RAW capture only) | None |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/4000 - 8 sec | 1/4000 - 60 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps | |
Metering Modes: | Center-weighted with working aperture | OVF: TTL Center-weighted with working aperture; Live view: TTL Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Program Auto Exposure: | No | No |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | No | No |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | n/a | B&W capture only; Filters available including new yellow, orange and green filters. |
Self Timer: | 2 or 12 seconds | 2 or 12 seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | ||
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | No | No |
Flash Modes: | n/a | Control with center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering (with SCA-3501/3502 adapter, or SCA-3000 standard flash unit such as Leica SF 24D/Leica SF 58); First or second curtain sync. |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | n/a | n/a |
Flash Range Description: | n/a | n/a |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/180 | 1/180 |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps |
External Flash Connection: | Hot shoe | SCA-3502 compatible hot shoe, with center contact |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | ||
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | ||
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | No | No |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | RAW only (DNG, uncompressed) | .DNG RAW (14-bit, compressed or uncompressed), RAW+JPEG |
Movie File Format: | QuickTime Motion JPEG (MOV); built-in mic is mono, but external stereo mic adapter available | |
Included Memory: | No memory included | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | ||
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | No |
NFC: | No | No |
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | No |
Headphone Jack: | No | No |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | |
PictBridge Compliant: | No | No |
DPOF Compliant: | No | No |
Remote Control: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control Type: | Threaded cable release | Threaded cable release |
Connections (extended): | Accessory port, contact strip for Multifunction Hand Grip M | |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | ||
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | ||
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | ||
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | ||
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | ||
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 30 | |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | ||
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | ||
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | ||
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | ||
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | ||
Shutter Lag (notes): | ||
Startup Time: | ||
Play -> Record Time: | ||
Flash cycle time, full power: | ||
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | ||
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | ||
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | Proprietary | Proprietary 7.4v 1800mAh |
Usable Battery Types: | 7.4v 1800mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable | 1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | Yes | |
Internal Charging Supported: | No | |
Software | ||
Included Software: | Adobe Lightroom | Free download of Adobe Lightroom for registered owners |
OS Compatibility: | Windows Vista SP2 /7/ 8; Mac OS X (10.5 or higher) | |
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: | First digital camera to concentrate exclusively on the bare functions of photography - shutter speed, aperture, focusing and ISO sensitivity and a newly designed Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH stainless steel lens. The camera design excludes the LCD and shoots in RAW. The camera design excludes the LCD and shoots in RAW. Designed in collaboration with Audi Design, there are only 600 sets worldwide. Each set is presented in a specially designed hand-made presentation box. | Captures black and white stills and video with no interpolation. Finished in black chrome. |