Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony FX3

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Sony FX3, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and FX3 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

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The M-E Typ 220 was launched 9 years earlier than the FX3 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the M-E Typ 220 grades against the FX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sony FX3. The complete galleries are available at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 has got external 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) and the Sony FX3 has dimensions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Check the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Sony FX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the M-E Typ 220 versus the FX3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and FX3 is 79 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M-E Typ 220 and FX3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Leica M-E Typ 220 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged M-E Typ 220 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.