Canon M vs Leica M8

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon M versus Leica M8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the M (18MP) and M8 (10MP) and the M (APS-C) and M8 (APS-H) offer different sensor size.

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The M was introduced 5 years later than the M8 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the M matches up against the M8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M and Leica M8. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery and Leica M8 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon M provides outside measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Leica M8 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

Check the Canon M versus Leica M8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the M against the M8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M and M8 is 89 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M and M8.

Clearly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon M will deliver greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent M provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.