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The '''Leica M''' is a [[digital camera|digital]] full-frame 35 mm [[rangefinder camera|rangefinder]] camera. It was introduced by [[Leica Camera|Leica Camera AG]] in September 2012, and is the successor to the [[Leica M9]] range of cameras. The M uses a 24-megapixel image sensor. The camera is the first M model to feature movie recording,<ref name="EOSHD September 2012"/> and the first to have Live View—which allows the scene, as seen through the lens, to be composed.<ref name="Leica M Official Site"/> The M is compatible with almost all M mount lenses and most R mount lenses (via an adapter). |
The '''Leica M''' is a [[digital camera|digital]] full-frame 35 mm [[rangefinder camera|rangefinder]] camera. It was introduced by [[Leica Camera|Leica Camera AG]] in September 2012, and is the successor to the [[Leica M9]] range of cameras. The M uses a 24-megapixel image sensor. The camera is the first M model to feature movie recording,<ref name="EOSHD September 2012"/> and the first to have Live View—which allows the scene, as seen through the lens, to be composed.<ref name="Leica M Official Site"/> The M is compatible with almost all M mount lenses and most R mount lenses (via an adapter) <ref>[http://www.presentviewer.com/best-compact-digital-camera-from/991146/ Best compact digital camera] advice and tips on choosing a camera </ref> . All Leica M cameras are handmade in Japan. |
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The M supports most [[Leica M mount|M mount]] lenses, and with an optional R-Adapter, the camera can use almost all [[Leica R mount]] lenses.<ref name="Leica M Official Site"/> Live View allows owners of R lenses to use an optional electronic viewfinder.<ref name="Leica M Official Site"/> |
The M supports most [[Leica M mount|M mount]] lenses, and with an optional R-Adapter, the camera can use almost all [[Leica R mount]] lenses.<ref name="Leica M Official Site"/> Live View allows owners of R lenses to use an optional electronic viewfinder.<ref name="Leica M Official Site"/> |
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Additionally, the camera has glass lenses made from bottlenecks. This means that the lenses are made by hand and take quantity of time to be produced. |
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The camera uses a MAESTRO [[image processor|image]]/[[Video processing#Video processor|video processor]]<ref name="Leica M datasheet"/> which is based on the Fujitsu [[Milbeaut]].<ref name="Fujitsu September 2008"/> It has specifically-designed rubber seals (to protect against dust and water spray).<ref name="Leica M Official Site"/> |
The camera uses a MAESTRO [[image processor|image]]/[[Video processing#Video processor|video processor]]<ref name="Leica M datasheet"/> which is based on the Fujitsu [[Milbeaut]].<ref name="Fujitsu September 2008"/> It has specifically-designed rubber seals (to protect against dust and water spray).<ref name="Leica M Official Site"/> |
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Revision as of 00:17, 10 June 2013
| Overview | |
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| Type | Digital rangefinder camera |
| Lens | |
| Lens | Leica M mount, Leica R mount (with R-Adapter M) |
| Sensor/medium | |
| Sensor | Leica MAX 24MP CMOS Sensor, designed by CMOSIS |
| Sensor maker | STMicroelectronics |
| Maximum resolution | 24 Megapixels |
| Film speed | 200 to 6,400. Pull 100 available, Auto ISO |
| Storage media | SD up to 2GB and SDHC up to 32GB |
| Focusing | |
| Focus modes | Manual |
| Exposure/metering | |
| Exposure modes | Manual, aperture priority auto exposure |
| Exposure metering | TTL, center weighted averaging |
| Flash | |
| Flash | Fixed hot shoe |
| Shutter | |
| Shutter | Focal plane, metal curtains, vertical travel |
| Shutter speed range | 60s to 1/4000s |
| Viewfinder | |
| Viewfinder | Rangefinder and additional color LCD display: 3", 920,000 pixels. Live View |
| General | |
| Video recording | 1080p, 720p, 640*480 (VGA) 25 fps, 24 fps, 30 fps (VGA only) |
| Battery | Lithium ion, 7.4V, 1,800 mAh |
| Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42 mm |
| Weight | 680 g |
| Made in | Germany |
The Leica M is a digital full-frame 35 mm rangefinder camera. It was introduced by Leica Camera AG in September 2012, and is the successor to the Leica M9 range of cameras. The M uses a 24-megapixel image sensor. The camera is the first M model to feature movie recording,[2] and the first to have Live View—which allows the scene, as seen through the lens, to be composed.[3] The M is compatible with almost all M mount lenses and most R mount lenses (via an adapter) [4] . All Leica M cameras are handmade in Japan.
Features
The M uses a CMOS 24-megapixel image sensor designed exclusively for Leica by the Belgian company CMOSIS.[5] The sensor contains 6,000 by 4,000 pixels on a 6 x 6 µm² grid, and is made by STMicroelectronics in Grenoble.[5]
The M supports most M mount lenses, and with an optional R-Adapter, the camera can use almost all Leica R mount lenses.[3] Live View allows owners of R lenses to use an optional electronic viewfinder.[3]
Additionally, the camera has glass lenses made from bottlenecks. This means that the lenses are made by hand and take quantity of time to be produced. The camera uses a MAESTRO image/video processor[1] which is based on the Fujitsu Milbeaut.[6] It has specifically-designed rubber seals (to protect against dust and water spray).[3]
Release
The Leica M camera was introduced at the Photokina event in Cologne, Germany on 17 September 2012.[7] The launch featured a "concert by recording artist—and Leica shooter—Seal".[7]
See also
References
- ^ a b "Leica M Technical data" (PDF). leica Camera. 2012. Retrieved 18 September 2012.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|month=ignored (help) - ^ "The new Leica M as a filmmaker's tool – an interview with Leica's Jesko von Oeynhausen". www.eoshd.com. 24 September 2012. Retrieved 21 November 2012.
- ^ a b c d "Leica M – M as in milestone". Leica Camera. 2012. Retrieved 18 September 2012.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|month=ignored (help) - ^ Best compact digital camera advice and tips on choosing a camera
- ^ a b "New Leica M Uses CMOSIS 24-MP CMOS Image Sensor". Antwerp, Belgium: cmosis.com. 17 September 2012. Retrieved 27 September 2012.
- ^ "Fujitsu Microelectronics and Leica Camera Co-develop Image Processing System Solution for High-end Digital SLR Cameras". Fujitsu. 26 September 2008. Retrieved 27 December 2012.
- ^ a b Fisher, Jim (18 September 2012). "Leica Unleashes New M, S Cameras". PCMag.com. Ziff Davis Publishing Holdings Inc. Retrieved 19 September 2012.
External links
- Official website
- La Vida Leica - Leica M System Information, reviews and articles
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