Canon M10 vs Leica M Edition 60

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon M10 and Leica M Edition 60, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Leica. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and M Edition 60 (24MP) and the M10 (APS-C) and M Edition 60 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.

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The M10 was announced 13 months later than the M Edition 60 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the M10 matches up vs the M Edition 60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M10 and Leica M Edition 60. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M10 Gallery and Leica M Edition 60 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M10 provides physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Leica M Edition 60 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the M10 vs the M Edition 60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M10 and M Edition 60 is 88 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M10 and M Edition 60.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M10 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Leica M Edition 60 will give you more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger M10 will have an edge in sensor technology.