Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GF6

On this page, we will be analyzing the Leica M Edition 60 versus Panasonic GF6, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and GF6 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The M Edition 60 was unveiled 18 months after the GF6 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the M Edition 60 matches up versus the GF6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M Edition 60 provides exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Panasonic GF6 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Leica M Edition 60 versus Panasonic GF6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the M Edition 60 vs the GF6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and GF6 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and GF6.

Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M Edition 60 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M Edition 60 will give greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer M Edition 60 provides a benefit in sensor tech.