Leica M Edition 60 vs Leica M Typ 262

On this page, we are comparing the Leica M Edition 60 and Leica M Typ 262, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are sold by Leica. The image resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the M Typ 262 (24MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M Edition 60 was introduced 14 months earlier than the M Typ 262 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M Edition 60 scores against the M Typ 262 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Edition 60 & Leica M Typ 262. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Leica M Typ 262 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica M Edition 60 features physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Leica M Typ 262 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Leica M Edition 60 and Leica M Typ 262 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the M Edition 60 versus the M Typ 262.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and M Typ 262 is 74 and 77 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and M Typ 262.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older M Edition 60 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.