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Leica M10 Black

Leica Camera is proud to announce the expansion of the digital Leica M family with the introduction of the Leica M10. Slimmer in size, faster in performance, and offering the best image quality with smarter connectivity for intuitive usage - the Leica M10 sets the new standards for rangefinder photography and state-of-the-art imaging.

The Leica M10 builds on more than 60 years of rangefinder expertise, 11 years of digital M-Camera development and the invaluable feedback from dedicated M-Photographers to not only bring the slimmest digital M of all time, but the most refined and state-of-the-art digital rangefinder Leica has ever created.

ISO Setting Dial for Better Control
One of the most striking changes with the Leica M10 is the ISO setting dial on the top plate. For the first time in a digital M, the M10 allows all essential shooting parameters such as distance, aperture, exposure time and ISO values to be preselected without using the menu or switching on the camera. This allows for better control and more discreet photography.

Superior Imaging Performance
The key component of the Leica M10 is the new 24 MP full-frame CMOS sensor developed specifically for this camera. It features new technologies that lead to significant improvements in all parameters relevant to imaging performance - impressive dynamic range, excellent color rendition, exceptional sharpness and the finest resolution of details.

ISO Range Extended, now from 100-50,000
The new sensor of the M10 extends the ISO sensitivity range from a base of 100 to a maximum of 50,000 with much improved performance and less noise at higher ISO values. The Leica M10 opens up new avenues of photography and delivers exceptional imaging performance in difficult lighting conditions.

The New Maestro-II Processor
The latest generation Leica Maestro-II image processor of the Leica M10 reflects the state-of-the-art of advanced processor technology. In combination with the new 24 MP sensor, this ensures that all exposures fulfill the promise made by Leica cameras - pictures that captivate with exceptional quality and brilliance. The Leica M10 delivers images with low digital noise levels and true-to-life detail, even at ISO values as high as 50,000.

The essentials:

Slimmest digital M ever made, for better handling
Full-frame digital rangefinder, concentrated on photography
New ISO dial makes this the first digital M with direct access to the essential settings, even when the camera is OFF
Improved rangefinder/viewfinder provides better control of focus and composition with larger field of view, higher magnification and increased eye relief
Easier Live View focusing with improved Focus Peaking and adjustable/movable magnification
All new 24 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor ensures exceptional image quality and improved performance
ISO 100 - 50,000 for better photos in both bright and very low light
Faster performance with a new Maestro II processor and 2 GB buffer capacity, enabling high speed frame rate of up to 5 fps with longer continuous shooting
Leica Visoflex compatibility for high resolution electronic viewfinder needs with GPS functionality
Compatibility with nearly every Leica M lens ever made, and additionally Leica R lenses via an adapter and Live-View
Weather resistant to withstand light rain and dust

At-A-Glance

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New Maestro II processor

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Camera type:

Leica M10, compact digital rangefinder system camera
Lens mount:

Leica M bayonet with additional sensor for 6-bit coding
Lens system:

Leica M lenses, R lenses can be used with optional adapter
Image Sensor:

CMOS chip, active surface 24x36mm
Resolution:

DNG: 5976x3992 pixels (24MP), JPEG: 5952x3968 pixels (24MP)
Data Format:

DNG (raw data, lossless compression), JPEG
File Size:

DNG: 20-30 MB, JPEG depending on resolution and picture content
Buffer Memory:

2GB / 16 pictures in series
White Balance:

Automatic, manual, 8 presets, color temperature input
Storage Medium:

SD cards up to 2GB, SDHC cards up to 32GB, SDXC cards up to 2TB
Menu Language:

German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Korean
Exposure Metering:

Exposure metering through the lens (TTL), with working aperture
Metering Method:

For metering the light reflected by light blades of the 1st shutter curtain onto a measuring cell: Strong center-weighted; for metering on the sensor: Spot, center-weighted, multi-field metering
Metering Range:

At room temperature and normal humidity for ISO 100, at aperture 1.0 EV-1 to EV20 at aperture 32. Flashing of the left triangular LED in the viewfinder indicates values below the metering range
Sensitivity Range:

ISO 100 to ISO 50000, adjustable in 1/3 ISO increments from ISO 200, choice of automatic control or manual setting
Exposure Modes:

Choice of automatic shutter speed control with manual aperture preselection - aperture priority A, or manual shutter speed and aperture setting
Flash Exposure Control
Flash Unit Attachment:

Via accessory shoe with central and control contacts
Synchronization:

Optionally triggered at the 1st or 2nd shutter curtain
Flash Sync Time:

1/180s; slower shutter speeds can be used, if working below sync speed: Automatic changeover to TTL linear flash mode with HSS compatible Leica system flash units
Flash Exposure Metering:

Using center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering with Leica flash units (SF40, SF64, SF26), or flash units compatible with the system with SCA3502 M5 adapter
Flash Measurement Cell:

2 silicon photo diodes with collection lens on the camera base
Flash Exposure Compensation:

±3EV in1⁄3 EV increments
Displays in Flash Mode (in viewfinder only):

Using flash symbol LED
Viewfinder
Construction Principle:

Large, bright line frame viewfinder with automatic parallax compensation
Eyepiece:

Calibrated to -0.5 diopter; corrective lenses from -3 to +3 diopter available
Image Field Limiter:

By activating two bright lines each: For 35 and 135mm, for 28 and 90mm, or for 50 and 75mm; automatic switching when lens is attached
Parallax Compensation:

The horizontal and vertical difference between the viewfinder and the lens is automatically compensated according to the relevant distance setting, i.e. the viewfinder bright-line automatically aligns with the subject detail recorded by the lens.
Matching Viewfinder & Actual Image:

At a range setting of 2m, the bright-line frame size corresponds exactly to the sensor size of approx. 23.9 x 35.8mm; at infinity setting, depending on the focal length, approx. 7.3% (28mm) to 18% (135mm) more is recorded by the sensor than indicated by the corresponding bright line frame and slightly less for shorter distance settings than 2m
Magnification (For all lenses):

0.73x
Large-base Range Finder:

Split or superimposed image range finder shown as a bright field in the center of the viewfinder image
Effective Metering Basis:

50.6mm (mechanical measurement basis 69.31mm x viewfinder magnification 0.73x)
Displays
In the Viewfinder:

Four-digit digital display with dots above and below
On Back:

3" color TFT LCD with 16 million colors and 1,036,800 pixels, approx. 100% image field, glass cover of extremely hard, scratch resistant Gorilla glass, color space: sRGB, for Live-View and review mode, displays
Shutter & Shutter Release
Shutter:

Metal blade focal plane shutter with vertical movement
Shutter Speeds:

For aperture priority: (A) continuous from 125s to 1/4000s. For manual adjustment: 8s to 1⁄4000s in half steps, from 8s to 125s in whole steps, B: For long exposures up to maximum 125s (in conjunction with self-timer T function, i.e. 1st release = shutter opens, 2nd release = shutter closes),(1⁄180s): Fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization, HSS linear flash mode possible with all shutter speeds faster than 1⁄180s (with HSS-compatible Leica system flash units)
Picture Series:

Approx. 5 pictures per second, 30-40 pictures in series
Shutter Release Button:

Two-stage, 1st step: Activation of the camera electronics including exposure metering and exposure lock (in aperture priority mode), 2nd step: Shutter release; standard thread for cable release integrated.
Self-Timer:

Delay 2s (aperture priority and manual exposure setting) or 12s, set in menu, indicated by flashing LED on front of camera and corresponding display in monitor.
Turning The Camera On/Off:

Using main switch on top of camera; optional automatic shutdown of camera electronics after approx. 2/5/10 minutes; reactivated by tapping the shutter release
Power Supply:

1 lithium ion rechargeable battery, nominal voltage 7.4V, capacity 1300mAh.; maximum charging current/voltage: DC 1000mA, 7.4V; Model No.: BP-SCL5; Manufacturer: PT. VARTA Microbattery, Made in Indonesia, Operating conditions (in camera): 0°C - + 40°C
Charger:

Inputs: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 300mA, automatic switching, or 12V DC, 1.3A; Output: DC 7.4V, 1000mA/max. 8.25V, 1100mA; Model No.: BC-SCL5; Manufacturer: Guangdong PISEN Electronics Co., Ltd., Made in China, Operating conditions: 0°C - + 35°C
GPS:

Only with Leica Visoflex viewfinder attached, available as an accessory
Wi-Fi:

Complies with IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard (standard Wifi protocol), channel 1-11, encryption method: Wifi-compatible WPA/WPA2 encryption, access method: Infrastructure mode
Camera Body
Material:

All-metal die cast magnesium body, synthetic leather covering; Brass top panel and base
Image Field Selector:

Allows the bright-line pairs to be manually activated at any time (e.g. to compare detail)
Tripod Thread:

A ¼" DIN stainless steel in bottom
Operating Conditions:

0-40°C
Interfaces:

ISO accessory shoe with additional contacts for Leica Visoflex viewfinder (available as an accessory)
Dimensions:

Approx. 139 x 38.5 x 80mm (width x depth x height)
Weight:

Approx. 660g (with battery)

Delivery:
Camera body, charger 100-240V with 2 mains cables (Euro, USA,) and 1 car charging cable, lithium ion battery, carrying strap, body bayonet cover, cover for accessory shoe

Limited Warranty:
Leica Camera AG (‘LEICA’) provides a two-year product limited warranty for this LEICA camera valid from the date of purchase from an authorized LEICA dealer, including the accessories contained in the original packaging, which are valid for two years.

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Posted by Zelig on Jun 25th 2020

Camera is fantastic upgrade from my M240. Easier to use due to ISO button. Processor is MUCH better and results are great. Downsides were the loss of digital color filters and some color settings. However low light performance more than made up for it. Great value ( I traded my used M240 for a used MP10 and skipped the 10-P touchscreen).