Upgrade Guide

Leica M10→Leica M10-R

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Leica

M10

£8,516

2017

→

Upgrade to

Leica

M10-R

£8,587 (+£70)

2020

✅

Strong upgrade

The M10-R improves across 3 key areas at a reasonable price gap. Most M10 owners will notice the difference.

What's new in the M10-R

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	M10	M10-R
Price	£8,516	£8,587
Released	2017	2020	↑
Sensor	24MP Full-Frame CMOS	Full-frame CMOS 35mm
Resolution	24MP	41MP	↑
Video	—	No video
Autofocus	Manual focus (rangefinder coupled)	Manual focus — optical rangefinder
Stabilisation	No stabilisation	No stabilisation
Burst Rate	5fps	5fps
Battery Life	~220 shots (CIPA)	220 shots (CIPA)
Weight	660g (with battery and card)	660g (with battery and card)
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Yes	↑
Viewfinder	Optical rangefinder, 0.73× magnification	Optical rangefinder 0.73× magnification
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 1.04M dots	3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot
Mount	Leica M-mount	Leica M-Mount
Memory Cards	Single SD UHS-I slot	Single SD UHS-II

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