Leica
M Monochrom (Typ 246)
Original modern monochrome digital M with 24MP black-and-white sensor and rangefinder focus.
$7,495
Launch priceReleased Apr 2015
Leica
M10 Monochrom
40MP black-and-white-only digital M with no color filter array for maximum monochrome acuity.
$8,395
Launch priceReleased Jan 2020
M10 Monochrom is 4.8 years newer.
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Wins
M Monochrom (Typ 246)
Wins
M10 Monochrom
16 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BM10 Monochrom has higher Resolution (40.89 MP vs 24 MP)
- BM10 Monochrom has lower Weight (660 g vs 680 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareM Monochrom (Typ 246)
139 × 80 × 42 mm
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
M10 Monochrom
139 × 80 × 39 mm
660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)
M Monochrom (Typ 246) is 3mm thicker than M10 Monochrom.
M Monochrom (Typ 246) is 20 g heavier than M10 Monochrom.
Depth (front-to-back): 42mm M Monochrom (Typ 246) · 39mm M10 Monochrom
Sensor size, to scale
M Monochrom (Typ 246)
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 mm² area
M10 Monochrom
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
M Monochrom (Typ 246)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.6, 42
Reasons to choose
M10 Monochrom
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139, 39
Resolution
40.89 MP vs 24 MP — higher is better
Weight
660 g vs 680 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 49
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
M Monochrom (Typ 246)
Pros
- ✓24MP monochrome
- ✓Legendary B&W rendering
- ✓No color filter
- ✓Classic M rangefinder
Cons
- –Monochrome only
- –Older sensor gen
- –Manual focus
M10 Monochrom
Pros
- ✓40MP monochrome sensor
- ✓No Bayer filter
- ✓Stunning B&W files
- ✓Classic M body
Cons
- –Monochrome only
- –Manual focus
- –Very niche
Decided which one is right for you?
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Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, M Monochrom (Typ 246) or M10 Monochrom?
M10 Monochrom scores 8.5/10 versus 7.0/10 for M Monochrom (Typ 246) — 40.89MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the M Monochrom (Typ 246) and M10 Monochrom?
M Monochrom (Typ 246) is 24 MP and M10 Monochrom is 40.89 MP, so the M10 Monochrom captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the M Monochrom (Typ 246) and M10 Monochrom have in-body image stabilization?
M Monochrom (Typ 246) has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while M10 Monochrom has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the M Monochrom (Typ 246) or the M10 Monochrom?
M Monochrom (Typ 246) reaches 20 fps electronic. M10 Monochrom reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the M Monochrom (Typ 246) and M10 Monochrom?
M Monochrom (Typ 246) weighs 680 g and M10 Monochrom weighs 660 g, so the M10 Monochrom is 20 g lighter.
Do the M Monochrom (Typ 246) and M10 Monochrom record 4K video?
M Monochrom (Typ 246): 4K up to 60p. M10 Monochrom: 4K up to 60p.
Are the M Monochrom (Typ 246) and M10 Monochrom weather sealed?
M Monochrom (Typ 246): Yes. M10 Monochrom: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the M Monochrom (Typ 246) and 640 shots for the M10 Monochrom, giving the M10 Monochrom the edge.
How much does each cost?
M Monochrom (Typ 246) launched at $7,495 and M10 Monochrom at $8,395. The M Monochrom (Typ 246) is $900 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.