Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Panasonic S2

Below, we are reviewing the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Panasonic S2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and S2 (14MP) and the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and S2 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The M-E Typ 220 was brought out 9 months after the S2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica M-E Typ 220 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M-E Typ 220 matches up vs the S2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are available at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 enjoys physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Panasonic S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M-E Typ 220 and the S2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and S2 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The image here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M-E Typ 220 and S2.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M-E Typ 220 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will produce greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent M-E Typ 220 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.