Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX1
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica M Mount
- 680g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Revealed September 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Launched February 2012
- Successor is Panasonic GX7

Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Leica M Edition 60 versus Panasonic GX1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and GX1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

The M Edition 60 was launched 2 years later than the GX1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the M Edition 60 scores vs the GX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Edition 60 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Edition 60 over the Panasonic GX1
M Edition 60 | GX1 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 32 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Leica M Edition 60
GX1 | M Edition 60 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M Edition 60 and Panasonic GX1
M Edition 60 | GX1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Edition 60 enjoys exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Panasonic GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Check the Leica M Edition 60 versus Panasonic GX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the M Edition 60 and the GX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and GX1 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Edition 60 and GX1.
All in all, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M Edition 60 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica M Edition 60 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent M Edition 60 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M Edition 60 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
Leica M Edition 60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica M Edition 60 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-09-23 | 2012-02-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.60 m |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lb) | 318 grams (0.70 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | - | $228 |