Canon R6 vs Leica M8

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon R6 vs Leica M8, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the R6 (20MP) and M8 (10MP) and the R6 (Full frame) and M8 (APS-H) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The R6 was introduced 13 years after the M8 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the R6 scores versus the M8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R6 and Leica M8. The whole galleries are provided at Canon R6 Gallery and Leica M8 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon R6 provides external measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Leica M8 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R6 vs Leica M8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the R6 versus the M8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R6 and M8 is 61 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 and M8.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R6 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon R6 will give you extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent R6 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.