Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GF5

Let's look a bit more closely at the Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GF5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and GF5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The M Edition 60 was manufactured 2 years later than the GF5 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M Edition 60 scores versus the GF5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M Edition 60 provides outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GF5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M Edition 60 vs the GF5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and GF5 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Edition 60 and GF5.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Leica M Edition 60 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent M Edition 60 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.