Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony A7c

Below, we are matching up the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sony A7c, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and A7c (24MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The M-E Typ 220 was revealed 9 years before the A7c which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the M-E Typ 220 matches up vs the A7c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Leica M-E Typ 220 has got physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the M-E Typ 220 compared to the A7c.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M-E Typ 220 and A7c is 79 and 78 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-E Typ 220 and A7c.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A7c to offer more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M-E Typ 220 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.