Leica M Edition 60 vs Sigma fp L
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica M Mount
- 680g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Introduced September 2014
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Old Model is Sigma fp

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sigma fp L Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Leica M Edition 60 versus Sigma fp L, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Leica and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and fp L (61MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (Full frame).

The M Edition 60 was revealed 7 years prior to the fp L which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the M Edition 60 matches up vs the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Edition 60 over the Sigma fp L
M Edition 60 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Leica M Edition 60
fp L | M Edition 60 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | ![]() | September 2014 | More modern by 79 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+1180k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M Edition 60 and Sigma fp L
M Edition 60 | fp L | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica M Edition 60 enjoys external 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 Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Leica M Edition 60 versus Sigma fp L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the M Edition 60 and the fp L.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and fp L is 74 and 83 respectively.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and fp L.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sigma fp L to deliver extra detail because of its extra 37MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged M Edition 60 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Leica M Edition 60 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sigma |
Model | Leica M Edition 60 | Sigma fp L |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-09-23 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 61MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 40 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 2,100 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680g (1.50 pounds) | 427g (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | - | $2,499 |