This user manual provides detailed instructions for operating the Leica M (Typ 240) digital camera, covering setup, controls, shooting modes, and maintenance.
The Leica M (Typ 240) is a compact digital view and rangefinder system camera featuring a CMOS image sensor with an active area of approximately 23.9 x 35.8mm. It supports Leica M lenses ranging from 16mm to 135mm and offers high-resolution capture in DNG or JPEG formats, including options for 24MP, 12MP, 6MP, and 1.7MP resolutions.
The manual details the camera's physical design, including parts such as the main switch with detent positions for single or continuous pictures, the shutter release, and various control dials for exposure settings. It guides users through preparations like attaching the carrying strap, charging the battery, and replacing memory cards, alongside comprehensive instructions on menu navigation, exposure modes (Aperture priority, Manual), and video recording capabilities.
| Image sensor type | CMOS chip, active area approx. 23.9 x 35.8mm |
|---|---|
| Resolution (DNG) | 5976 x 3992 pixels |
| Lens system range | 16 - 135mm |
| Video frame rates | 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps (with VGA resolution only) |
| Storage medium support | SD cards up to 2 GB / SDHC cards up to 32 GB / SDXC cards |
| Metering range (b. ISO 200/24) | EV0 to EV20 at aperture 32 |
The DNG™ resolution is 5976 x 3992 pixels.
It supports Leica M lenses from 16 - 135mm.
The camera supports 24 fps, 25 fps, and 30 fps with VGA resolution only.