Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica SL

Following is a extensive comparison of the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Leica SL, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and they are both sold by Leica. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and SL (24MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The M-E Typ 220 was revealed 4 years earlier than the SL which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Leica M-E Typ 220 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica SL being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the M-E Typ 220 grades vs the SL when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-E Typ 220 & Leica SL. The full galleries are provided at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery & Leica SL Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica M-E Typ 220 enjoys physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Leica SL has proportions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs).

Examine the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Leica SL in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the M-E Typ 220 against the SL.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M-E Typ 220 and SL is 79 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and SL.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Leica SL to produce extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged M-E Typ 220 will be behind in sensor technology.