Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Panasonic GX9

In this article, we are matching up the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Panasonic GX9, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and GX9 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The M-E Typ 220 was introduced 6 years prior to the GX9 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the M-E Typ 220 matches up versus the GX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-E Typ 220 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M-E Typ 220 comes with outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Panasonic GX9 has proportions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

See the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Panasonic GX9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M-E Typ 220 against the GX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and GX9 is 79 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and GX9.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M-E Typ 220 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older M-E Typ 220 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.