Leica M10 Monochrome Black Chrome Finish 20050

If you see the world in Black and White then the Leica M10 Monochrom Black Chrome Finish is for you. This specialized digital rangefinder camera has been configured with a unique 40MP full-frame monochrome CMOS sensor, which is used for the sole purpose of recording vivid and rich black and white still photographs.

By removing the colour filter array commonly used on standard CMOS sensors, Leica made this camera only record luminance values, resulting in greater visual depth and clarity. This also improved sensitivity to ISO 100,000 and reduced the noise levels when shooting in difficult lighting. Omission of an optical low-pass filter also helps to produce sharper, higher resolution images.

Sharing design traits with other M10-series cameras, the M10 Monochrom features a slim body profile reminiscent of M film cameras, and a larger 0.73x-magnification optical viewfinder allows for greater composition and focusing accuracy. The body design also incorporates a dedicated ISO dial for quick adjustment, even when the camera is turned off, and the rear 3.0" 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD features a Gorilla Glass cover to guard against scratching and light impacts. Also contributing to durability, the top and bottom plates are constructed from brass and the chassis is built from magnesium alloy to realize a robust physical construction for long-lasting use. Additionally, the M10 Monochrom also features an integrated Wi-Fi module for wireless sharing and remote camera control from a linked mobile device via the Leica FOTOS app.

Key Features of the Leica M10 Monochrom Black Chrome Finish

• 40MP Full-Frame B&W CMOS Sensor for deep blacks, visual depth and clarity.
• No Colour Array or Low Pass Filter for sharp and detailed images.
• Leica Maestro II Image Processor
• Optical 0.73x-Magnification Viewfinder
• Images can be recorded in either the DNG or JPEG file format.
• Integrated 2GB buffer to for recording 4.5 fps bursts of up to 10 consecutive frames.
• Built-in Wi-Fi permits sharing imagery directly to a linked smartphone and also enables remote control over the M10 Monochrom to adjust select shooting parameters or to release the shutter via the Leica FOTOS app.

Improved detail rendition

The Leica M10 Monochrom occupies a special place within the M-System: its newly developed image sensor is designed exclusively for grayscale recordings and offers exceptional fine-detail rendition thanks to its exceedingly high, 40-megapixel resolution. In addition, the sensor’s enormous sensitivity range of ISO 160 to ISO 100,000 enables recordings with an extremely broad dynamic range – yielding images whose areas of shadow and illumination are clearly defined, particularly when shooting in uneven, high-contrast light.

40MP Black & White CMOS Sensor and Maestro II Processor

A redeveloped full-frame, monochrome 40.89MP CMOS sensor pairs with the Maestro II image processor to deliver a wide dynamic range with notable tonal rendering, as well as enhanced sensitivity to suit working in a variety of lighting conditions. The sensor’s design also omits an optical low-pass filter in order to achieve greater sharpness and resolution.

The Leica M10 Monochrom Black is understated and discreet.

The Leica M10 Monochrom is the epitome of discretion — which is why Leica chose to omit the familiar, and potentially eye-catching, red dot. In a similar vein, the “Leica M10 Monochrom” inscription on the top plate is considerably more subtle. The strict omission of any colour-inlaid engravings further emphasizes the camera’s monochrome character. The camera shutter is barely audible, enabling recordings in situations in which other cameras would be too obtrusive. Thanks to its understated appearance, the M10 Monochrom allows photographers to blend into the crowd and capture their subjects without drawing attention.

Optical Viewfinder and Rangefinder

The optical viewfinder is a large, bright-line 0.73x-magnification rangefinder with automatic parallax compensation and bright-line frame lines, which are set to match the image sensor size at a focusing distance of 2m. On the front of the camera, a viewfinder frame selector can also be used to manually change the apparent image field to help visualize the scene with varying focal lengths; options are available in 35mm/135mm, 28mm/90mm, and 50mm/75mm focal length pairs.

The rangefinder mechanism displays split or superimposed bright field images within the center of the viewfinder to benefit accurate manual focusing control. The effective rangefinder metering basis is 50.6mm (mechanical metering basis 69.31mm x viewfinder magnification of 0.73x).

Body Design

• Slim body profile is reminiscent of Leica’s film cameras for easier handling and manipulation.
• Integrated ISO dial is featured on the top plate to permit simple and direct adjustment of sensitivity values, even when the camera is turned off.
• The rear of the camera features just three buttons—live view, playback, and menu—for more simplified and intuitive navigation of the camera’s control-set.
• A programmable Favorites menu can be used, which allows you to define your most oft-used settings and select them for easy, one-touch access.
• 3.0" 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD provides an intuitive, bright, and large means for image playback as well as live view shooting.
• Rear LCD monitor has a Corning Gorilla Glass cover to protect it against scratching and impacts.
• Top and bottom plates are machined from solid blocks of brass and the chassis is built from magnesium alloy for a truly durable, hard-wearing physical construction.
• Rubber seals are used to prevent the entrance of light rain and dust to enable working in inclement conditions.

• MPN – 20050
• GTIN – 4022243200500

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