Leica M Edition 60 vs Nikon Z6 II

Lets look a bit more closely at the Leica M Edition 60 and Nikon Z6 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the Z6 II (25MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M Edition 60 was launched 7 years prior to the Z6 II which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M Edition 60 matches up vs the Z6 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Edition 60 & Nikon Z6 Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Nikon Z6 II Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Leica M Edition 60 provides outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Nikon Z6 II has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the M Edition 60 versus the Z6 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Edition 60 and Z6 II is 74 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The image here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and Z6 II.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon Z6 II to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M Edition 60 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.