Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony A9

Here, we will be reviewing the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony A9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and A9 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M-E Typ 220 was released 5 years earlier than the A9 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica M-E Typ 220 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the M-E Typ 220 scores vs the A9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-E Typ 220 & Sony Alpha A9. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica M-E Typ 220 has exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Sony A9 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony A9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the M-E Typ 220 compared to the A9.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M-E Typ 220 and A9 is 79 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M-E Typ 220 and A9.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony A9 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M-E Typ 220 is going to be behind in sensor technology.