Canon M6 vs Leica M Edition 60

Here, we are evaluating the Canon M6 and Leica M Edition 60, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the M6 (24MP) and the M Edition 60 (24MP) is fairly comparable but the M6 (APS-C) and M Edition 60 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The M6 was released 2 years later than the M Edition 60 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the M6 scores vs the M Edition 60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M6 and Leica M Edition 60. The complete galleries are available at Canon M6 Gallery and Leica M Edition 60 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M6 provides exterior dimensions of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Leica M Edition 60 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Analyze the Canon M6 and Leica M Edition 60 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M6 vs the M Edition 60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M6 and M Edition 60 is 84 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M6 and M Edition 60.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The M6 features the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult. The more recent M6 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.