Leica M Typ 240 vs Leica M9

Let's look more closely at the Leica M Typ 240 vs Leica M9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both created by Leica. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and M9 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M Typ 240 was announced 3 years after the M9 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the M Typ 240 matches up vs the M9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 & Leica M9. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Leica M9 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 comes with 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) and the Leica M9 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the M Typ 240 vs the M9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 240 and M9 is 74 and 79 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 240 and M9.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Leica M Typ 240 to give extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher M Typ 240 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.