Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GF2

Below, we are comparing the Leica M Edition 60 versus Panasonic GF2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and GF2 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The M Edition 60 was revealed 3 years after the GF2 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M Edition 60 scores vs the GF2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Edition 60 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Leica M Edition 60 enjoys physical 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 Panasonic GF2 has specifications of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the M Edition 60 vs the GF2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Edition 60 and GF2 is 74 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Edition 60 and GF2.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M Edition 60 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica M Edition 60 will give extra detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern M Edition 60 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.