Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica TL2

Below, we will be reviewing the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica TL2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Leica. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and TL2 (24MP) and the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and TL2 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The M-E Typ 220 was manufactured 5 years before the TL2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M-E Typ 220 grades against the TL2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Leica TL2. The entire galleries are available at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Leica TL2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Leica M-E Typ 220 has got physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Leica TL2 has proportions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

Examine the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Leica TL2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M-E Typ 220 compared to the TL2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and TL2 is 79 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and TL2.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M-E Typ 220 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica TL2 will produce greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older M-E Typ 220 will be behind in sensor technology.