Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica M9-P

Lets look much closer at the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Leica M9-P, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are built by Leica. The resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the M9-P (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The M-E Typ 220 was released 16 months after the M9-P making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the M-E Typ 220 grades versus the M9-P when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Leica M9-P. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 provides outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the M-E Typ 220 versus the M9-P.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-E Typ 220 and M9-P is 79 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-E Typ 220 and M9-P.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer M-E Typ 220 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.