Canon R vs Leica M8

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon R vs Leica M8, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Leica. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and M8 (10MP) and the R (Full frame) and M8 (APS-H) possess different sensor sizing.

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The R was manufactured 11 years later than the M8 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the R grades vs the M8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R & Leica M8. The entire galleries are available at Canon R Gallery & Leica M8 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon R offers external dimensions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Leica M8 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the R versus the M8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R and M8 is 62 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R and M8.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon R will provide greater detail due to its extra 20MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent R provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.