Leica M Edition 60 vs Nikon Z7

Here, we are evaluating the Leica M Edition 60 and Nikon Z7, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and Z7 (46MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The M Edition 60 was introduced 4 years earlier than the Z7 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M Edition 60 scores against the Z7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Edition 60 & Nikon Z7. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Nikon Z7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Leica M Edition 60 comes with external measurements 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 Nikon Z7 has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Look at the Leica M Edition 60 and Nikon Z7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the M Edition 60 versus the Z7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M Edition 60 and Z7 is 74 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Edition 60 and Z7.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon Z7 to give you more detail using its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M Edition 60 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.