Fujifilm X-A2 vs Leica M Edition 60

Here is a extended overview of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Leica M Edition 60, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Leica. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and M Edition 60 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and M Edition 60 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was introduced 4 months later than the M Edition 60 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-A2 matches up vs the M Edition 60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 & Leica M Edition 60. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Leica M Edition 60 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 has outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Leica M Edition 60 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Leica M Edition 60 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs the M Edition 60.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A2 and M Edition 60 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A2 and M Edition 60.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A2 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Leica M Edition 60 will show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.