Leica M Typ 240 vs Nikon D3300

Here, we will be looking at the Leica M Typ 240 and Nikon D3300, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the D3300 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and D3300 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M Typ 240 was announced 19 months prior to the D3300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D3300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the M Typ 240 matches up against the D3300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 240 & Nikon D3300. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Nikon D3300 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 enjoys 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 Nikon D3300 has dimensions of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 240 vs the D3300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and D3300 is 74 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 240 and D3300.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The M Typ 240 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The older M Typ 240 is going to be behind in sensor tech.