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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III

Portability
74
Imaging
71
Features
47
Overall
61
Leica M Edition 60 front
 
Sony Alpha A7 III front
Portability
63
Imaging
74
Features
92
Overall
81

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III Key Specs

Leica M Edition 60
(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
Sony A7 III
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Introduced February 2018
  • Previous Model is Sony A7 II
  • Updated by Sony A7 IV
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony A7 III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Leica and Sony. The resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M Edition 60 was revealed 4 years earlier than the A7 III which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M Edition 60 scores against the A7 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Leica M Edition 60 over the Sony A7 III

 M Edition 60 A7 III 

Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Leica M Edition 60

 A7 III M Edition 60 
IntroducedFebruary 2018September 2014Newer by 41 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution922k920kSharper screen (+2k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony A7 III

 M Edition 60 A7 III 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurements
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Edition 60 features external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony A7 III in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the M Edition 60 and the A7 III.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M Edition 60 and A7 III is 74 and 63 respectively.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III top view buttons comparison

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M Edition 60 and A7 III.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged M Edition 60 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III sensor size comparison

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III Screen and ViewFinder

Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Portrait photography information
Sony A7 III Portrait photography information
82
you can focus manually
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
84
manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Street photography details
Sony A7 III Street photography details
68
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
78
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
boasts touch focus
weather proofing
above average ISO range (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Sports photography advice
Sony A7 III Sports photography advice
56
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
environment proofing
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
87
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proofing
better than average battery power (610 shots)
sensor has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Travel photography factors
Sony A7 III Travel photography factors
63
environment proofing
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
73
better than average battery power (610 shots)
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch focus
megapixel count good (24MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Landscape photography highlights
Sony A7 III Landscape photography highlights
74
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica M mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse recording
85
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW formats
weather proofing
better than average battery power (610 per charge)
two card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Leica M Edition 60
Vlogging with Sony A7 III
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have microphone support
36
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes external mic socket
display is not selfie friendly
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica M Edition 60 and Sony A7 III
 Leica M Edition 60Sony Alpha A7 III
General Information
Brand Leica Sony
Model type Leica M Edition 60 Sony Alpha A7 III
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2014-09-23 2018-02-27
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 5952 x 3976 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 6400 51200
Max boosted ISO - 204800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 693
Lens
Lens support Leica M Sony E
Number of lenses 59 121
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of display 920k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.68x 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 3.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 680 grams (1.50 lbs) 650 grams (1.43 lbs)
Dimensions 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 96
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 25.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 14.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 3730
Other
Battery life - 610 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One 2
Cost at launch - $1,998