Canon M200 vs Leica CL
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Canon M200 vs Leica CL Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 299g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Introduced September 2019
- Earlier Model is Canon M100
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Revealed November 2017

Canon M200 vs Leica CL Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon M200 versus Leica CL, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the M200 (24MP) and the CL (24MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The M200 was brought out 23 months after the CL making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the M200 matches up versus the CL in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon M200 vs Leica CL Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M200 and Leica CL. The entire galleries are available at Canon M200 Gallery and Leica CL Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M200 over the Leica CL
M200 | CL | |||
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Revealed | September 2019 | ![]() | November 2017 | Newer by 23 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Canon M200
CL | M200 |
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Common features in the Canon M200 and Leica CL
M200 | CL | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon M200 vs Leica CL Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Leica CL has measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).
Look at the Canon M200 versus Leica CL in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the M200 versus the CL.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M200 and CL is 88 and 82 respectively.

Canon M200 vs Leica CL Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M200 and CL.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern M200 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon M200 vs Leica CL Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M200 vs Leica CL Specifications
Canon EOS M200 | Leica CL | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon EOS M200 | Leica CL |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-09-25 | 2017-11-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 8 | Maestro II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6014 x 4014 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 50000 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Leica L |
Total lenses | 23 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/25000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.1 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | SB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299 grams (0.66 lbs) | 403 grams (0.89 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 315 images | 220 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | BP-DC12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $549 | $3,799 |