Leica C vs Leica M Typ 262

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Leica C versus Leica M Typ 262, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both offered by Leica. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the C (12MP) and M Typ 262 (24MP) and the C (1/1.7") and M Typ 262 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The C was revealed 3 years before the M Typ 262 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Leica C being a Compact camera and the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the C scores against the M Typ 262 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C & Leica M Typ 262. The full galleries are available at Leica C Gallery & Leica M Typ 262 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Leica C provides outside measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Leica M Typ 262 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica C versus Leica M Typ 262 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the C versus the M Typ 262.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and M Typ 262 is 92 and 77 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the C and M Typ 262.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The C having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Leica M Typ 262 will resolve more detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older C is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.