Leica M-E (Typ 240) Rangefinder Camera Launched: Price, Specifications, Availability

Leica has launched a new Rangefinder Camera called the Leica M-E (Typ 240) into the M family. This is considered an affordable version for the majority, who want to join the Leica M family, but cannot reach the M10-P, still retains all the qualities that make the Leica’s famous camera line.

M-E (Typ 240) still has the familiar design of the M series, classic and simple. In terms of configuration, this rangefinder camera still has a 24MP full-frame sensor, but the ISO range is only between 200 and 6400. It has the ability to record Full-HD videos, 3fps continuous shooting, and 3″ 920k pixel LCD screen with a 0.68x-magnification viewfinder. Compared to the M10P, it loses in ISO range and continuous shooting speed, but has a red logo, the same M series and Leica said ME is also compatible with most lenses for its mount that it has ever produced.

Leica M-E (Typ 240) Specifications

  • Dimensions of 139 x 42 x 80 mm
  • Weight of 680g
  • 3.0″ 920k-Dot LCD Screen
  • 24 megapixels Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • Maximum resolution of 5952 x 3976 pixels
  • Leica Maestro Image Processor
  • Auto ISO 200-6400 (Extended: 100 to 6400)
  • Full HD recording 1920×1020 pixels @ 25fps.
  • Manual Focus
  • Optical 0.68x-Magnification Viewfinder
  • Shutter speed – Min. 60 sec. Max. 1/4000 sec
  • Continuous Shooting Speed – 3.0 fps
  • BP-SCL2 1800mAh Battery

Price and Availability

Leica M-E (Typ 240) price has been set at $3,995 and it can be pre-ordered through Bhphotovideo.com and will be available at the end of July 2019.

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