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Leica M EV1 (Type 4246) Digital Rangefinder Camera Body, Black Anodized Finish {60.3MP} 20229
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$8,545.00
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The first Leica M built around an integrated OLED viewfinder.
The M EV1 marks a genuine departure for the M-system: drop the optical rangefinder, integrate a 5.76-megapixel OLED EVF with 0.76x magnification and 100% coverage, and the entire lens catalog opens up differently. Ultra-wides no longer require awkward external finders. Fast glass like the Summilux and Noctilux can be focused precisely at maximum aperture using focus peaking and two levels of magnification assist. The EVF shows exposure in real time, so you see the effect of your settings before tripping the shutter.
Under that familiar slim body sits the same 60.3MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor from the M11 line, processed through the Maestro III engine. Triple Resolution Technology gives you three output sizes: 60.3MP at full 9528 x 6328, 36MP, or 18MP, all captured in 14-bit DNG. The electronic shutter reaches 1/16,000 s, which matters when you're shooting fast primes in daylight without ND filtration. Burst shooting runs at 4.5 fps with a 15-frame raw buffer. ISO spans a native 64 to 50,000.
The body stays true to M proportions at 138.8 x 80.3 x 38.45 mm and 495 g with battery. Sixty-four gigabytes of internal storage pairs with a UHS-II SD slot. Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0 connect to the Leica FOTOS app for remote control, file transfer, and GPS geotagging. Content Credentials technology logs image provenance at capture. For photographers who have long wanted M-mount optics without the rangefinder's focal length constraints, the EV1 is the body Leica has never made before.
Who It's For
Architectural and landscape photographers working with M-mount ultra-wides gain the most immediate practical benefit: the EVF previews the actual frame regardless of focal length, with no parallax or supplementary finder required. Street photographers drawn to M form factor but frustrated by rangefinder focus at close range will find peaking and magnification assist genuinely usable at f/1.4. Documentary and photojournalism shooters get Content Credentials provenance metadata built in, useful when image authenticity is part of the workflow. Long-lens M adapters and close-focus work also become viable in ways the optical rangefinder never really allowed.
Key Features
- First Leica M with integrated 5.76MP OLED electronic viewfinder
- 60.3MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with Maestro III processor
- Manual focus with magnification assist and focus peaking overlay
- Electronic shutter reaches 1/16,000 s for fast glass in daylight
- Triple Resolution Technology captures 60MP, 36MP, or 18MP in 14-bit DNG
- 4.5 fps burst shooting with 15-frame raw buffer, ISO 64–50,000
- 64GB internal storage, UHS-II SD card slot, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0
- Content Credentials technology verifies image authenticity and origin
FAQ
- What's the main difference between the M EV1 and traditional Leica M cameras?
- The M EV1 replaces the optical rangefinder with a 5.76MP OLED electronic viewfinder (0.76x magnification, 100% coverage). This opens up the entire M lens catalog-ultra-wides, fast primes, and telephotos all work without workarounds.
- Can I use my existing M-mount lenses on the EV1?
- Yes. Every M-mount lens works on the EV1. The sensor detects lens focal length automatically, and the EVF displays the field of view in real time for whichever lens you mount.
- How does focus peaking and magnification assist work?
- Focus peaking overlays a colored highlight on the in-focus plane in the EVF. Two levels of digital magnification zoom the live view so you can nail focus at maximum aperture-critical when using Noctilux or Summilux glass with shallow depth of field.
- Does the EV1 shoot video?
- No. The M EV1 is still-only. It captures 60.3MP, 36MP, or 18MP stills in DNG (14-bit RAW) or JPEG, but no video recording or video output.
- What's the battery life on a single charge?
- The BP-SCL7 battery is rated for approximately 237 shots per charge (CIPA standard). USB-C charging is included.
- Can I control the camera remotely via my phone?
- Yes. The Leica FOTOS app connects via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi 5, allowing remote control, live feed preview, file transfer, and GPS geotagging through your smartphone's location data.
- Does the M EV1 have Content Credentials?
- Yes. The camera embeds Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) metadata at capture, which logs image provenance and can be traced to verify the image was created by this camera.
| Specification | Value |
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| Sensor | Full-Frame (35.8 x 23.9 mm) BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 60.3 MP |
| Mount | Leica M |
| ISO Range | Native: 64 to 50,000 |
| Burst Rate | 4.5 |
| Shutter Type | Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter |
| Internal Recording | No |
| Stabilization | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic (OLED) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 5.0; Dual Band 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave2) |
| Battery | 1x BP-SCL7 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Polymer, 7.4 VDC, 1,800 mAh (Included) |
| Type Number | Type 4,246 |
| Sensor Resolution Pixels | 9,528 x 6,328 |
| Other Resolutions | (M) 7,413 x 4,928, (S) 5,272 x 3,498 |
| Image Ratio | 3:2 |
| ISO Auto | Yes |
| Shutter Speed Mechanical | 1/4,000 to 60 Seconds |
| Shutter Speed Electronic | 1/16,000 to 60 Seconds |
| Metering Principle | TTL via image sensor |
| Auto Bracketing | 3 or 5 frames, up to 3 EV in 1/3 EV increments |
| Burst Buffer RAW | Up to 15 frames (DNG) |
| Burst Buffer JPEG | Up to 100 frames |
| Buffer Memory | 3 GB |
| Focus Assist | Magnification and Focus Peaking |
| Uncompressed Format | RAW |
| Digital Zoom | No |
| Display Type | Fixed 3" Touchscreen TFT LCD |
| Display Resolution Dots | 2,332,800 |
| Viewfinder Resolution Dots | 5,760,000 |
| Viewfinder Eye Point | 20.75 mm |
| Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +2 |
| External Flash | Yes (via accessory/hot shoe) |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 s |
| Flash Exposure Metering | TTL pre-flash metering with Leica flash units (SF 26, SF 40, SF 58, SF 60, SF 64) |
| Flash Exposure Compensation | Up to ±3 EV in 1/3 EV increments |
| Media Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) [2 TB Maximum] |
| Internal Storage | 64 GB |
| USB | 1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) - Data Output (shared with Power Input) |
| USB Charging | Yes |
| Power Input | 1x USB-C |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 BR/EDR/LE |
| GPS | Via Connected Smartphone (Leica FOTOS App via Bluetooth) |
| Mobile App | Leica FOTOS (Android & iOS) - Remote Control, Live Feed, Settings, Firmware Update, File Access |
| Microphone Port | No |
| Headphone Port | No |
| Battery Life Cipa Shots | 237 |
| Weight Body Only | 413 g (14.6 oz) |
| Weight With Battery | 495 g (1.1 lb) |
| Finish | Black Anodized |
| Menu Languages | English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Portuguese |
| Dimensions | 138.8 x 80.3 x 38.45 mm (5.5 x 3.2 x 1.51") - Without Protrusions |
This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.
| Brand Name | Leica |
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| Lens Mount | Leica M |
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