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Leica M EV1 Camera Body

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Leica M EV1 – A New Chapter in the M Story

The Leica M EV1 expands the M portfolio with a bold step forward in design and functionality. As the first M camera with a built-in electronic viewfinder, it offers a modern shooting experience while staying true to the M legacy. The high-resolution 5.76 MP EVF provides real-time exposure preview, essential shooting data, and a clear, unobstructed view for precise composition. Inside, a 60 MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor delivers exceptional image quality, flexible resolution options, and up to 15 stops of dynamic range. Enhanced manual focusing tools such as Focus Peaking, Focus Aid with magnification, and Digital Zoom support a wide range of photographic styles. With a refined design, new FN button functionality, integrated composition aids, and Leica Content Credentials for image authenticity, the M EV1 is built for those who demand both heritage and innovation.

Features at a Glance
  • NEW Built-in EVF 0.5 inch & 5.76 MP
  • 0.76x Magnification
  • Focus aids
  • Diopter compensation
  • NEW FN-Button Frame selection lever with dual FN functionality for viewfinder
  • CleanDesign Clean front without a rangefinder window
  • Diamond pattern leatherette
  • 46g lighter than the Black Leica M11-P
  • LeicaContentCredentials Ensure authenticity of digital images
  • 60/36/18 Megapixel Full-frame BSI image sensor with triple resolution technology & up to 15 stops of dynamic range
  • Maestro III Image processor
  • 64GB Internal memory
  • Handmade in Germany
What's Included

Scope of Delivery:Leica M EV1, Body Cap, Battery BP-SCL7, USB Cable, Black Leather Carrying Strap, Quick Start Guide

Warranty:
Leica Camera AG (‘LEICA’) provides a two-year product warranty for this LEICA product, including the accessories contained in the original packaging, valid from the date of purchase from an authorized LEICA dealer.

Buying from an authorized Leica dealer guarantees genuine products, full manufacturer's warranty, and best in class customer service. This is not available for products purchased from unauthorized agents. Authorized dealers meet strict standards for staff expertise and product quality.

Specifications

Designation: Leica M EV1

Camera type: Full-frame system camera

Type: No. 4246

Order No.: 20 229 (EU/US/CN), 20 233 (JP), 20 234 (ROW)

Buffer memory: 3 GB; DNG™: 15 shots; JPG: > 100 shots

Storage medium: UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card (up to 2 TB SDXC), internal memory: 64 GB

Material: Full-metal housing made of magnesium and aluminum, leatherette cover

Lens mount: Leica M bayonet with additional sensor for 6‑bit encoding

Operating conditions: 0°C to +40°C

Interfaces: ISO accessory shoe with additional control contacts for Leica flash units and USB 3.1 Gen1 Type C

Tripod thread: A 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”) with stainless steel in the base

Dimensions (mm): Various dimensions listed: 32.55, 35.9, 38.45, 19.62, 59.9, 5.92, 33.4, 59.9, 72.0, 51.5, 78.9, 80.3, 74.9, 49.1, 33.7, 138.8, 147.2

Weight: Approx. 484 g (with battery) / 402 g (without battery)

Sensor: BSI CMOS sensor; pixel pitch 3.76 μm; 35 mm: 9528 x 6328 pixels (60.3 MP)

Processor: Leica Maestro series (Maestro III)

Filter: RGB color filter, UV/IR filter, no low-pass filter

File formats: DNG™ (raw, loss-free compression), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF, Exif 2.30)

Image resolution:


  • DNG™: L‑DNG 60.3 MP (9528 x 6328), M‑DNG 36.5 MP (7416 x 4928), S‑DNG 18.4 MP (5272 x 3498)

  • JPG: L‑JPG 60.1 MP (9504 x 6320), M‑JPG 36.2 MP (7392 x 4896), S‑JPG 18.2 MP (5248 x 3472)

Digital Zoom: 1.3x and 1.8x available (based on L‑DNG or L‑JPG)

File size:


  • DNG™ L‑DNG: approx. 70–120 MB; M‑DNG: approx. 40–70 MB; S‑DNG: approx. 20–40 MB

  • JPG L‑JPG: approx. 15–30 MB; M‑JPG: approx. 9–18 MB; S‑JPG: approx. 5–9 MB

    (JPG: depending on resolution and image content)

Color depth: DNG™: 14 bit; JPG: 8 bit

Color space: sRGB

Viewfinder (EVF): Resolution: 5,760,000 dots; 60 fps; magnification 0.76x; frame coverage 100%; exit pupil position: 20.75 mm; setting range -4/+2 dpt; eye sensor for automatic switchover between viewfinder and LCD panel

LCD panel: 2.95” Active Matrix TFT; Gorilla Glass; 2,332,800 dots; format 3:2; touch control available

Shutter: Electronically controlled focal plane shutter and electronic shutter function

Shutter speeds: Mechanical: 60 min to 1/4000 s; Electronic: 60 s to 1/16000 s; Flash sync: up to 1/180 s

Shutter button: Two‑stage (Step 1: activation of camera electronics including exposure metering and exposure lock; Step 2: release)

Self‑timer: Delay time: 2 s or 12 s

Drive Modes: Single; Continuous — Low Speed (3 fps); Continuous — High Speed (4.5 fps); Interval Shooting; Exposure Bracketing

Focus mode: Manual (focus assist functions: Magnification and Focus Peaking available)

Exposure metering: TTL (through the lens) via image sensor; metering methods: Spot, Center‑Weighted, Multi‑Field, Highlight‑Weighted

Exposure modes: Aperture‑priority mode (A); Manual (M)

Exposure compensation: ±3 EV in 1/3 EV increments

Automatic bracketing: 3 or 5 frames, graduations up to 3 EV in 1/3 EV increments; additional optional exposure compensation: up to ±3 EV

ISO sensitivity: Auto ISO: ISO 64 (native) to ISO 50,000; Manual: ISO 64 to ISO 50,000

White balance: Auto; Default presets (Daylight 5200 K, Cloudy 6100 K, Shadow 6600 K, Tungsten 2950 K, HMI 5700 K, Fluorescent warm 3650 K, Fluorescent cool 5800 K, Flash 6600 K); Manual metering (Gray card); Manual color temperature setting (2000 K to 11,500 K)

Flash unit connector: Via the accessory shoe

Flash metering: Flash exposure metering via image sensor; center‑weighted TTL pre‑flash metering with Leica flash units (SF 26, SF 40, SF 58, SF 60, SF 64) or system‑compatible flash units; remote controlled flash SF C1

Flash sync time: 1/180 s (slower shutter speeds available); automatic switchover to TTL linear flash mode with HSS‑compatible Leica system flash units if sync time is undercut

Flash exposure compensation: SF 40: ±2 EV (1/2 EV increments); SF 60: ±2 EV (1/3 EV increments); Other: ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)

WLAN: Leica FOTOS app required; 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz dual band IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wave2; encryption WPA/WPA2; access method: infrastructure mode

Wi‑Fi regional variant: EU/US/CN: 5 GHz (Channel 149–165, 5745–5825 MHz); JP: 5 GHz (Channel 36–48, 5180–5240 MHz); ROW: —

Wi‑Fi 2.4 GHz: 11b/g/n: Channel 1–11 (2412–2462 MHz)

Bluetooth: v5.0, LE channel 0–39 (2402–2480 MHz)

GPS: Geotagging via Leica FOTOS app using Bluetooth

Menu languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean

Battery: Rechargeable Li‑Ion (Lithium‑Polymer) battery, rated voltage 7.4 V / capacity 1800 mAh; approx. 244 shots (CIPA, LV via LCD), approx. 237 shots (CIPA, LV via EVF); manufacturer: Fuji Electronics (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. — made in China

Charger (Leica BC‑SCL7) (optional): Input: USB‑C DC 5 V, 2 A; Output: DC 8.4 V, 1 A; operating +10°C to +35°C; manufacturer: Dee Van Enterprises Co., Ltd. — made in China

Switching adapter (Leica ACA‑SCL7) (optional): Input: AC 100–240 V ~ 50/60 Hz, 0.3 A; Output: DC 5 V, 2 A; operating +10°C to +35°C; manufacturer: Dee Van Enterprises Co., Ltd. — made in China

USB power supply: When in standby or Off: USB charging function. When On: USB power supply and intermittent charging

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