Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic GX1

Below, we will be looking at the Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic GX1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and GX1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.

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The M-Monochrom was manufactured 3 months later than the GX1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M-Monochrom scores versus the GX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M-Monochrom enjoys outside 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) while the Panasonic GX1 has measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Check the Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic GX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the M-Monochrom against the GX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M-Monochrom and GX1 is 78 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M-Monochrom and GX1.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M-Monochrom due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Leica M-Monochrom will resolve greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.