Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Panasonic GF1

Let's take a closer look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Panasonic GF1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and GF1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The M-E Typ 220 was released 2 years after the GF1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the M-E Typ 220 grades against the GF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-E Typ 220 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 has got outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M-E Typ 220 and the GF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-E Typ 220 and GF1 is 79 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and GF1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M-E Typ 220 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent M-E Typ 220 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.