Leica M-Monochrom vs Leica M8

Lets look more in depth at the Leica M-Monochrom versus Leica M8, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and they are both created by Leica. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and M8 (10MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and M8 (APS-H) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M-Monochrom was brought out 4 years later than the M8 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the M-Monochrom scores against the M8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-Monochrom & Leica M8. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Leica M8 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Leica M-Monochrom has external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Leica M8 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

Look at the Leica M-Monochrom versus Leica M8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the M-Monochrom against the M8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M-Monochrom and M8 is 78 and 79 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-Monochrom and M8.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M-Monochrom due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M-Monochrom will result in extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger M-Monochrom is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.