Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a thorough comparison of the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sony NEX-C3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and NEX-C3 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The M-E Typ 220 was manufactured 14 months later than the NEX-C3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the M-E Typ 220 scores vs the NEX-C3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-E Typ 220 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M-E Typ 220 has external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sony NEX-C3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the M-E Typ 220 versus the NEX-C3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-E Typ 220 and NEX-C3 is 79 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and NEX-C3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M-E Typ 220 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will give you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher M-E Typ 220 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.