Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX9

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica M Edition 60 versus Panasonic GX9, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is relatively similar but the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and GX9 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The M Edition 60 was brought out 4 years before the GX9 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the M Edition 60 grades versus the GX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M Edition 60 offers exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic GX9 has proportions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Leica M Edition 60 versus Panasonic GX9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the M Edition 60 and the GX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Edition 60 and GX9 is 74 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Edition 60 and GX9.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M Edition 60 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Leica M Edition 60 will deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged M Edition 60 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.