Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Panasonic TS4

Here is a in depth assessment of the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Panasonic TS4, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and TS4 (12MP) and the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and TS4 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M-E Typ 220 was announced 8 months later than the TS4 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica M-E Typ 220 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M-E Typ 220 matches up vs the TS4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Leica M-E Typ 220 comes with external dimensions 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 TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Panasonic TS4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the M-E Typ 220 and the TS4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M-E Typ 220 and TS4 is 79 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-E Typ 220 and TS4.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. 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 offer you more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher M-E Typ 220 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.