Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic G1

Below is a comprehensive review of the Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic G1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and G1 (12MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and G1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The M-Monochrom was revealed 3 years later than the G1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Leica M-Monochrom being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the M-Monochrom scores against the G1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-Monochrom and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The full galleries are available at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica M-Monochrom has got outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Examine the Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic G1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the M-Monochrom vs the G1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and G1 is 78 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M-Monochrom and G1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M-Monochrom using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica M-Monochrom will give you greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher M-Monochrom provides an edge in sensor technology.