Leica M10 M10-R Silver Chrome 2017
A 40.9MP full-frame CMOS sensor and Maestro II processor deliver exceptional dynamic range and low noise up to ISO 50000, making it a standout for pure stills resolution. Its weather-resistant brass body and optical 0.73x viewfinder emphasize a deliberate, tactile shooting experience over modern hybrid features. This camera is best for dedicated stills photographers who prioritize maximum detail and the manual rangefinder process for landscape or fine art work.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (96th percentile) 96th
- Strong evf (77th percentile) 77th
- Strong sensor (68th percentile) 68th
Cons
- Below average burst (2nd percentile)
- Below average video (23rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 2 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 40.89 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | Leica Maestro II |
Autofocus
| AF Type | Manual Focus Only |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 4.5 |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | No |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | No |
| EVF Resolution | 1.04 M dots |
Build
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 kg / 1.5 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Leica M10 M10-R | Fujifilm X-H2S | Sony a7R V | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 | OM System OM-1 | Nikon Z Z8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 40.9MP full-frame | 26.2MP aps-c | 61MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 45.7MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 693 | 315 | 1053 | 493 |
| Burst FPS | 4.5 | 40 | 10 | 75 | 10 | 120 |
| Video | - | 6K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 660 | 579 | 723 | 721 | 511 | 907 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leica M10 M10-R | 35.4 | 77.2 | 95.5 | 2.2 | 23.2 | 67.6 | 46 | 60.3 | 62.7 | 63.5 | 50 | 34.2 |
| Fujifilm X-H2S Compare | 89.4 | 96.1 | 93.6 | 92.6 | 97.4 | 96.9 | 98.3 | 98.8 | 62.7 | 94.3 | 93.2 | 94.7 |
| Sony a7R V Compare | 94.8 | 99.1 | 96.4 | 76.4 | 95 | 77.6 | 93.3 | 85.4 | 98.6 | 94.3 | 97.3 | 98.4 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Compare | 86.7 | 88.9 | 96.3 | 94.6 | 97.1 | 61.6 | 90.4 | 85.4 | 91.8 | 94.3 | 75.8 | 96.5 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.3 | 97.5 | 83.7 | 93.9 | 84.4 | 46.8 | 95 | 85.4 | 91.8 | 86.4 | 82.5 | 86.8 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 91.3 | 93.6 | 86.8 | 99.8 | 98.6 | 69.9 | 90.1 | 85.4 | 0 | 94.3 | 60.8 | 92.6 |
Usage Scores
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