Canon R3 vs Leica M8

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon R3 versus Leica M8, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and M8 (10MP) and the R3 (Full frame) and M8 (APS-H) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The R3 was unveiled 14 years after the M8 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the R3 matches up versus the M8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R3 & Leica M8. The full galleries are viewable at Canon R3 Gallery & Leica M8 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon R3 provides exterior measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") and a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Leica M8 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the R3 and the M8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the R3 and M8 is 52 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R3 and M8.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R3 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon R3 will render more detail having an extra 14MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent R3 will have a benefit in sensor technology.