Leica M Edition 60 vs Leica SL2

On this page, we are evaluating the Leica M Edition 60 vs Leica SL2, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both of them are built by Leica. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and SL2 (47MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The M Edition 60 was introduced 6 years prior to the SL2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica SL2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the M Edition 60 grades versus the SL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Edition 60 and Leica SL2. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Leica SL2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M Edition 60 enjoys exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Leica SL2 has sizing of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") with a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs).

See the Leica M Edition 60 vs Leica SL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the M Edition 60 against the SL2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M Edition 60 and SL2 is 74 and 57 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and SL2.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Leica SL2 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 23 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older M Edition 60 will be behind in sensor innovation.