Canon R3 vs Leica M Edition 60

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon R3 and Leica M Edition 60, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the M Edition 60 (24MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The R3 was brought out 7 years later than the M Edition 60 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the R3 scores versus the M Edition 60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R3 and Leica M Edition 60. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon R3 Gallery and Leica M Edition 60 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon R3 enjoys outer measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Leica M Edition 60 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

See the Canon R3 and Leica M Edition 60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the R3 compared to the M Edition 60.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R3 and M Edition 60 is 52 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R3 and M Edition 60.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger R3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.