Canon R3 vs Leica M-Monochrom
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Canon R3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 6000 x 3164 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
- Revealed September 2021
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Released May 2012
Photography Glossary Canon R3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon R3 vs Leica M-Monochrom, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and M-Monochrom (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe R3 was released 9 years later than the M-Monochrom and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M-Monochrom being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the R3 grades versus the M-Monochrom when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Leica M-Monochrom
| R3 | M-Monochrom | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2021 |  | May 2012 | Fresher by 114 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display size | 3.2" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
| Display resolution | 4150k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+3920k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Canon R3
| M-Monochrom | R3 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon R3 and Leica M-Monochrom
| R3 | M-Monochrom | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing |
Canon R3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R3 comes with physical measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Leica M-Monochrom has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the R3 versus the M-Monochrom.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R3 and M-Monochrom is 52 and 78 respectively.
Canon R3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the R3 and M-Monochrom.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon R3 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger R3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon R3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Specifications
| Canon EOS R3 | Leica M-Monochrom | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Leica |
| Model | Canon EOS R3 | Leica M-Monochrom |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2021-09-14 | 2012-05-10 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5212 x 3472 |
| Highest native ISO | 102400 | 10000 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW images | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 1053 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon RF | Leica M |
| Available lenses | 27 | 59 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Display resolution | 4,150k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (rangefinder) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.68x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 32 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/64000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 6000x3164 (60p/50p/30p/24p/23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/60p/30p/24p/23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/60p/30p/23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/30p/23.98p) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 6000x3164 | None |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Yes | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 1015 gr (2.24 pounds) | 600 gr (1.32 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 96 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 4086 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 760 images | 350 images |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B | SD/SDHC card |
| Card slots | Dual | Single |
| Retail cost | $6,000 | $7,950 |