Leica M Edition 60 vs Olympus E-M1X

Here, we are comparing the Leica M Edition 60 versus Olympus E-M1X, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the E-M1X (20MP) is fairly well matched but the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and E-M1X (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The M Edition 60 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the E-M1X and that is quite a significant gap 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 Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the M Edition 60 scores vs the E-M1X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Edition 60 and Olympus OM-D E-M1X. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Olympus E-M1X Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica M Edition 60 has got outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1X has specifications of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs).

Compare the Leica M Edition 60 versus Olympus E-M1X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the M Edition 60 versus the E-M1X.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M Edition 60 and E-M1X is 74 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Edition 60 and E-M1X.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M Edition 60 will give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older M Edition 60 is going to be behind in sensor technology.