Canon M3 vs Leica M Edition 60

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon M3 and Leica M Edition 60, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Leica. The resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the M Edition 60 (24MP) is pretty comparable but the M3 (APS-C) and M Edition 60 (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M3 was launched 5 months later than the M Edition 60 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the M3 scores vs the M Edition 60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 and Leica M Edition 60. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery and Leica M Edition 60 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon M3 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Leica M Edition 60 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Compare the Canon M3 and Leica M Edition 60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the M3 vs the M Edition 60.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M3 and M Edition 60 is 85 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and M Edition 60.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The M3 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder.