Canon R8 vs Leica CL

Here, we will be comparing the Canon R8 and Leica CL, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The resolution of the R8 (24MP) and the CL (24MP) is pretty well matched but the R8 (Full frame) and CL (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The R8 was announced 5 years after the CL which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon R8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica CL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the R8 grades vs the CL with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R8 & Leica CL. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R8 Gallery & Leica CL Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon R8 provides physical dimensions of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) and the Leica CL has measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Canon R8 and Leica CL in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the R8 vs the CL.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the R8 and CL is 71 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the R8 and CL.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor sizes. The R8 contains the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The newer R8 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.