• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.0 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • APS-C 332.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Leica M-P (Typ 240) advantages over Canon EOS M50 II

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 6.05 vs 3.72 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Thinner
    42 mm vs 58 mm
    Thinner
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    24 vs 10 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Canon EOS M50 II advantages over Leica M-P (Typ 240)

  • Less expensive
    $599 vs $7495*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    3 years vs 10 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    387g vs 680g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    10.0 fps vs 3.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

Leica M-P (Typ 240)
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • $7595
  • 35mm
  • Longer exposure
  • Higher extended ISO
Canon EOS M50 II
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
  • $591
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $7595
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Leica M (Typ 262)

Leica M-P (Typ 240)
Leica M (Typ 262)
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $4995
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Longer exposure
Canon EOS M50 II
Leica M (Typ 262)
  • $591
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $4995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Leica M-D (Typ 262)

Leica M-P (Typ 240)
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Longer exposure
Canon EOS M50 II
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
  • $591
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm X-T200

Leica M-P (Typ 240)
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive
Canon EOS M50 II
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $591
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor

Compared to Nikon Z 30

Leica M-P (Typ 240)
Nikon Z 30
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Canon EOS M50 II
Nikon Z 30
  • $591
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Newer
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