Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic S1R

In this article, we will be matching up the Leica M-Monochrom and Panasonic S1R, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and S1R (47MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The M-Monochrom was manufactured 7 years before the S1R which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M-Monochrom being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M-Monochrom matches up against the S1R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-Monochrom & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Panasonic S1R Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica M-Monochrom enjoys physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Panasonic S1R has proportions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the M-Monochrom vs the S1R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M-Monochrom and S1R is 78 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M-Monochrom and S1R.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic S1R to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 29MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged M-Monochrom will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.