Leica M Typ 240 vs Nikon B700

Its time to look more closely at the Leica M Typ 240 and Nikon B700, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the B700 (20MP) is very close but the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and B700 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The M Typ 240 was brought out 4 years earlier than the B700 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the M Typ 240 grades versus the B700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 and Nikon Coolpix B700. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Nikon B700 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 240 provides exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Nikon B700 has proportions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 240 compared to the B700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and B700 is 74 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and B700.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 240 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will render more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older M Typ 240 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.