Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A65

Here, we will be evaluating the Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A65, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the A65 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and A65 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The M Edition 60 was released 2 years later than the A65 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the M Edition 60 grades versus the A65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 & Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica M Edition 60 has got 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 Sony A65 has sizing of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the M Edition 60 vs the A65.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and A65 is 74 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Edition 60 and A65.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 features the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler. The newer M Edition 60 provides an edge in sensor innovation.