Leica M-Monochrom vs Panasonic GX85

On this page, we will be looking at the Leica M-Monochrom versus Panasonic GX85, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and GX85 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The M-Monochrom was brought out 4 years earlier than the GX85 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the M-Monochrom matches up vs the GX85 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The entire galleries are available at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-Monochrom enjoys exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Panasonic GX85 has dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the M-Monochrom against the GX85.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and GX85 is 78 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The graphic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-Monochrom and GX85.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M-Monochrom featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Leica M-Monochrom will give more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older M-Monochrom is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.