Leica M10 vs Leica M-E Typ 220

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica M10 and the Leica M-E Typ 220, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Leica M10 was introduced in January 2017 and Leica M-E Typ 220 was introduced in September 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Leica M10 Highlights

      • 24 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 50,000 Native ISO
      • 3.0" 1,037k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (rangefinder) Viewfinder
      • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Leica M-E Typ 220 Highlights

      • 18.0 MP Full Frame CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 2,500 Native ISO
      • 2.5" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (rangefinder) Viewfinder
      • 2.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Leica M10
      4. Advantage of Leica M-E Typ 220
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Leica M10 and Leica M-E Typ 220.

      PROS

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      •   Large Sensor
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Large Sensor
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      •   Expensive
      •   No Video Capture
      •   50,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots
      •   No Video Capture
      •   2,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      •   Sensor Resolution - 24 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,037k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 86
      •   Weight - 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
      •   Sensor Resolution - 18.0 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 69
      •   Weight - 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz)

      Advantage of Leica M10

      Leica M10
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica M10 over Leica M-E Typ 220.

      Leica M10 vs Leica M-E Typ 220
      Higher Sensor Resolution 24 Megapixel vs 18.0 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 5952 x 3992 vs 5212 x 3472
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.5"
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,037k dot vs 230k dot
      Live View vs
      Higher Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) 0.73x vs 0.68x
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 8 sec vs 4 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 5.0 fps vs 2.0 fps
      Shutter Priority vs
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Average Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher DxO Low Light ISO 2133 vs 787
      Higher DxO Color Depth 24.4 vs 22.7
      Higher DxO Dynamic Range 13.3 vs 11.7
      Higher DxO Overall Score 86 vs 69
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs

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      Leica M11
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      Full Frame

      60.3 MP

      Leica M9-P
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      Full Frame

      18.0 MP

      Leica M9
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      Full Frame

      18.0 MP

      Leica M11 Monochrom
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      Full Frame

      60.3 MP

      Leica M Typ 240
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      Full Frame

      24 MP

      Leica M8.2
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      APS-H

      10.35 MP

      Leica M Edition 60
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      Full Frame

      23.7 MP

      Leica M8
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      APS-H

      10.35 MP

      Leica M Monochrom
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      Full Frame

      19 MP

      Panasonic S1R
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      Full Frame

      47.3 MP

      Nikon D100
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      APS-C

      6.1 MP

      Leica SL Typ 601
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      Full Frame

      24 MP

      Advantage of Leica M-E Typ 220

      Leica M-E Typ 220
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica M-E Typ 220 over Leica M10.

      Leica M10 vs Leica M-E Typ 220
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 80
      Higher Native ISO 50,000 vs 2,500
      Lighter 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz) vs 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz)

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      Leica M9
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      Full Frame

      18.0 MP

      Leica M Monochrom
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      Full Frame

      19 MP

      Leica M9-P
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      Full Frame

      18.0 MP

      Leica M Typ 240
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      Full Frame

      24 MP

      Leica M Edition 60
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      Full Frame

      23.7 MP

      Leica M8
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      APS-H

      10.35 MP

      Leica M11
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      Full Frame

      60.3 MP

      Leica M11 Monochrom
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      Full Frame

      60.3 MP

      Leica M8.2
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      APS-H

      10.35 MP

      Fujifilm X-H2S
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      APS-C

      26.16 MP

      Pentax K110D
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Panasonic G10
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Leica M10 Leica M-E Typ 220
        Large SensorFull FrameFull Frame
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Leica M10 Leica M-E Typ 220
        No Video Capture
        Low Native ISO50,0002,500
        No Face Detection
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No HDMI Output
        No Built-in Microphone
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Leica M10 has a 3.0" screen with 1,037k dot resolution and Leica M-E Typ 220 has a 2.5" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Viewfinder

      Cameras have built-in Optical (rangefinder) viewfinders. Leica M10 has 100% coverage with 0.73x magnification and with 0.68x magnification.

      Sensor

      Leica M10 features a 24 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 35.8 x 23.9 mm and a total area of 855.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 50,000. Leica M-E Typ 220 features a 18.0 megapixel Full Frame CCD sensor with dimensions of 36 x 24 mm and a total area of 576 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 2,500.


      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
      Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
      Image cannot be displayedFull Frame36 x 24 mm864 mm23:21x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Leica M10 is equipped with Maestro II processor and can take pictures up to 5952 x 3992 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 5952 x 3968 (JPEG, 24MP), 4256 x 2932 (12MP), 2976 x 1984 (6MP) with 3:2 aspect ratios. Leica M-E Typ 220 can take pictures up to 5212 x 3472 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3840 x 2592, 2592 x 1728, 1728 x 1152, 1280 x 846 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Cameras have Leica M lens mount. Due to their Full Frame sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Leica M10 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Leica M-E Typ 220 nothing can be done. On Leica M-E Typ 220 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Leica M10 nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Leica M10

      Leica M10 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      Battery

      Leica M10 comes with BP-SCL5 battery pack with battery life of 210 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Leica M10 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Leica M-E Typ 220 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Leica M10, and up to 1/4000 sec on Leica M-E Typ 220. Leica M10 can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Leica M-E Typ 220 can shoot continuously up to 2.0 fps.


      Exposure

      Exposure meterings of Leica M10 ranges from -1 to +20 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±3 EV range. You can also do exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Leica M10 and and manual exposure adjustment on Leica M-E Typ 220.


      Flash

      Cameras have no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected to both of them via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on both cameras.

      Physical Parameters

      Leica M10 body has dimensions of 139 x 39 x 80 mm (5.47 x 1.54 x 3.15") and Leica M-E Typ 220 body has dimensions of 139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46"). Leica M10 weighs 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz) and Leica M-E Typ 220 weighs 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz).

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      139 mm

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      80 mm

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      Size comparisons of Leica M10 and Leica M-E Typ 220

      Leica M10 and Leica M-E Typ 220 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      GOOD
      76
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,037k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      70
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   50,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,037k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      47
      •   2,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   50,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,037k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      46
      •   2,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      GOOD
      79
      •   Large Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,037k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      75
      •   Large Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      GOOD
      81
      •   Large Sensor
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,037k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
      GOOD
      79
      •   Large Sensor
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      GOOD
      76
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,037k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots
      GOOD
      79
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Leica M10 and Leica M-E Typ 220 and give them scores of 50 and 43 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      43

      Sensor

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      GOOD
      75
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   50,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 86
      GOOD
      76
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 18.0 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   2,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 69

      Photo

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Video

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization
      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization

      Focusing

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      BAD
      0
      •   No Face Detection
      BAD
      0
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      GOOD
      73
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,037k dot
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot

      Connectivity

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      25
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Leica M10

      Leica M-E Typ 220

      BAD
      36
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz)


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