Leica M Edition 60 vs Zeiss ZX1

Here is a detailed assessment of the Leica M Edition 60 versus Zeiss ZX1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Zeiss. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and ZX1 (37MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (Full frame).

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The M Edition 60 was manufactured 5 years prior to the ZX1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the M Edition 60 scores vs the ZX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 and Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are available at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica M Edition 60 has physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has sizing of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M Edition 60 versus Zeiss ZX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the M Edition 60 and the ZX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and ZX1 is 74 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and ZX1.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Zeiss ZX1 to give you more detail due to its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older M Edition 60 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.