Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony NEX-3N

In this article, we are evaluating the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony NEX-3N, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is very close but the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and NEX-3N (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The M-E Typ 220 was announced 5 months earlier than the NEX-3N and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the M-E Typ 220 grades vs the NEX-3N in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 provides outside measurements 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 NEX-3N has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony NEX-3N in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the M-E Typ 220 vs the NEX-3N.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-E Typ 220 and NEX-3N is 79 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and NEX-3N.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M-E Typ 220 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively.