Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 IV

Here is a detailed analysis of the Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Leica and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and A7 IV (33MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The M Edition 60 was brought out 8 years prior to the A7 IV and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M Edition 60 grades versus the A7 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Edition 60 and Sony Alpha A7 IV. The entire galleries are available at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Sony A7 IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Edition 60 enjoys outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 IV has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Examine the Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the M Edition 60 vs the A7 IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and A7 IV is 74 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M Edition 60 and A7 IV.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A7 IV to resolve more detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older M Edition 60 is going to be behind in sensor tech.