Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Panasonic GF8

On this page, we will be matching up the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Panasonic GF8, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and GF8 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The M-E Typ 220 was unveiled 4 years before the GF8 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M-E Typ 220 scores versus the GF8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Leica M-E Typ 220 provides exterior dimensions 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 GF8 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the M-E Typ 220 compared to the GF8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-E Typ 220 and GF8 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-E Typ 220 and GF8.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M-E Typ 220 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will give more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older M-E Typ 220 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.