Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II
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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II Key Specs
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- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Introduced September 2012
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z7
Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and Z7 II (46MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (Full frame).
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe M-E Typ 220 was released 9 years before the Z7 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica M-E Typ 220 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M-E Typ 220 scores against the Z7 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-E Typ 220 & Nikon Z7 Mark II. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery & Nikon Z7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-E Typ 220 over the Nikon Z7 II
M-E Typ 220 | Z7 II |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Leica M-E Typ 220
Z7 II | M-E Typ 220 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | September 2012 | Fresher by 98 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Nikon Z7 II
M-E Typ 220 | Z7 II | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 offers exterior dimensions 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 Nikon Z7 II has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the M-E Typ 220 vs the Z7 II.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and Z7 II is 79 and 61 respectively.
Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M-E Typ 220 and Z7 II.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon Z7 II to offer more detail as a result of its extra 28 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older M-E Typ 220 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Nikon Z7 II Specifications
Leica M-E Typ 220 | Nikon Z7 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica M-E Typ 220 | Nikon Z7 Mark II |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2020-10-14 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 46MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 8256 x 5504 |
Max native ISO | 2500 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 493 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Nikon Z |
Total lenses | 59 | 15 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,690k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 585g (1.29 lbs) | 705g (1.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 69 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 787 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Price at release | $0 | $2,997 |