Leica M Typ 240 vs Leica M8

In this write-up, we are comparing the Leica M Typ 240 versus Leica M8, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are built by Leica. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and M8 (10MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and M8 (APS-H) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The M Typ 240 was manufactured 5 years later than the M8 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the M Typ 240 grades versus the M8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 and Leica M8. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Leica M8 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 240 features outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Leica M8 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

See the Leica M Typ 240 versus Leica M8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the M Typ 240 and the M8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 240 and M8 is 74 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 240 and M8.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 240 because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Leica M Typ 240 will resolve more detail due to its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer M Typ 240 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.