Canon R6 vs Leica M10

In this article, we are looking at the Canon R6 and Leica M10, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the M10 (24MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The R6 was released 3 years after the M10 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the R6 matches up against the M10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R6 and Leica M10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R6 Gallery and Leica M10 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon R6 provides physical dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Leica M10 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Canon R6 and Leica M10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the R6 and the M10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R6 and M10 is 61 and 75 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 and M10.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Leica M10 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer R6 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.