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Leica

M10

Digital M rangefinder with 24MP full-frame sensor, classic controls, and no video distractions.

$6,495

Launch price

Released Jan 2017

vs

Leica

M10-P

Stealth M10 with no red dot, quieter shutter, and sapphire LCD cover for discreet shooting.

$7,995

Launch price

Released Aug 2018

M10-P is 1.6 years newer.

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Wins

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M10

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M10-P

WildlifePortrait

18 categories tied

Which would you choose?

Key specs at a glance

M10M10-P
Resolution24 MP24 MP
SensorAPS-CAPS-C
ISO max25,60025,600
Burst20 fps20 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS7-stop7-stop
Weight660 g660 g
Battery640 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

M10

139 × 80 × 39 mm

660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

M10-P

139 × 80 × 39 mm

660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz)

M10 and M10-P share virtually identical body dimensions.

M10 and M10-P weigh the same.

Depth (front-to-back): 39mm M10 · 39mm M10-P

Sensor size, to scale

M10

35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame

856 mm² area

M10-P

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

Use caseM10M10-P
Portrait
7.5Good
7.5Good
Sports & Action
6.5Good
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
6.0Good
6.0Good
Landscape
7.0Good
7.0Good
Travel
7.5Good
7.5Good
Wildlife
9.0Excellent
9.0Excellent
Vlogging
5.5Fair
5.5Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

M10

No major advantages on measured specs.

Reasons to choose

M10-P

No major advantages on measured specs.

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 24 MP
  • ISO min (native)Both 100
  • ISO max (native)Both 25,600
  • AF points / zonesBoth 49
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

M10

Pros

  • Pure stills M experience
  • 24MP full-frame
  • Classic rangefinder
  • Leica color

Cons

  • Manual focus only
  • No video
  • Expensive

M10-P

Pros

  • No red dot logo
  • Quiet shutter
  • Sapphire LCD glass
  • Classic M design

Cons

  • 24MP only
  • Manual focus
  • Premium price

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Full specifications

= category winner

M10
M10-P
Resolution
24 MP
24 MP
Sensor type
Full Frame CMOS
Full Frame CMOS
Sensor size
35.8 × 23.9 mm
35.8 × 23.9 mm
AA filter
No
No
M10
M10-P
Processor
Maestro IV
Maestro IV
M10
M10-P
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
25,600
25,600
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
102,400
M10
M10-P
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for portraits, M10 or M10-P?

M10 scores 7.5/10 versus 7.5/10 for M10-P — 24MP — solid resolution.

What's the resolution difference between the M10 and M10-P?

Both cameras share the same 24 MP resolution.

Do the M10 and M10-P have in-body image stabilization?

M10 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while M10-P has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the M10 or the M10-P?

M10 reaches 20 fps electronic. M10-P reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the M10 and M10-P?

Both bodies weigh roughly 660 g.

Do the M10 and M10-P record 4K video?

M10: 4K up to 60p. M10-P: 4K up to 60p.

Are the M10 and M10-P weather sealed?

M10: Yes. M10-P: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the M10 and 640 shots for the M10-P, giving the M10-P the edge.

How much does each cost?

M10 launched at $6,495 and M10-P at $7,995. The M10 is $1,500 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.