Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic GF6

Below, we will be comparing the Leica M-Monochrom versus Panasonic GF6, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is pretty similar but the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and GF6 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The M-Monochrom was introduced 11 months earlier than the GF6 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the M-Monochrom matches up versus the GF6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-Monochrom and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M-Monochrom has got external dimensions 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 GF6 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M-Monochrom versus Panasonic GF6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the M-Monochrom compared to the GF6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-Monochrom and GF6 is 78 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M-Monochrom and GF6.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M-Monochrom having a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Leica M-Monochrom will offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M-Monochrom is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.