Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sigma fp

Lets take a deeper look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sigma fp, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and fp (25MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M-E Typ 220 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the fp and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the M-E Typ 220 grades versus the fp in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sigma fp. The full galleries are available at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 has physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sigma fp in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the M-E Typ 220 and the fp.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M-E Typ 220 and fp is 79 and 84 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-E Typ 220 and fp.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sigma fp to deliver more detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older M-E Typ 220 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.