Canon R3 vs Leica M10

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon R3 vs Leica M10, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the M10 (24MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The R3 was manufactured 4 years later than the M10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the R3 grades versus the M10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R3 and Leica M10. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R3 Gallery and Leica M10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon R3 has outside dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Leica M10 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the R3 versus the M10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and M10 is 52 and 75 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R3 and M10.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer R3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.