Leica M-E (Typ 240)
Announced June 24, 2019
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Leica M-E (Typ 240) offers a robust, well-engineered rangefinder experience that provides a distinct, rich file quality for its users. Although it serves as an accessible entry point into the system, its performance limitations and lack of modern features like image stabilization may lead some photographers to seek more specialized alternatives.
Weighted from 8 reviewer scores
Pros
- High-quality, rich file output with good dynamic range
- Excellent build quality and engineering
- Competitive pricing for a new Leica body
- Improved battery life and ergonomic feel
Cons
- High price point for the feature set provided
- Inconsistent focus accuracy
- Lack of built-in image stabilization
- Performance limitations in Live View and EVF modes
- Suboptimal ergonomics for handheld shooting
- Launch price $3,995 (USD)
- Sensor 18MP Full-Frame CCD
What the Reviewers Say
All 8 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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They get the job done, but I personally would be spending my money elsewhere.
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At $3995 the Leica M-E Typ 240 is a bargain.
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I highly recommend the Leica M-E (Typ 240) for anyone wanting to get into Leica.
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So the M-E (Typ 240) definitely still has its place, but for my portraiture I'm now 100% going for the SL and not the M-E (Typ 240).
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The LEICA M-E is the LEICA M9 in a different color, without the needless USB port and viewfinder-frame preselector lever — for a $1,500 discount from the other M9!
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The second thing, and the most honest, direct question I could answer, and a question that I'm probably going to get as this camera comes out and as this video is released [...]
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There are others better equipped to do that, and you should be aware that on the one hand I’m not an independent voice; as always, my loyalty as a camera tester is to Leica: If I find a problem, then I tell Leica, If I like something, then I tell everyone else!
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It almost seems like too good to be true, and honestly, I don't know why they don't charge more for it.
