Leica M Typ 240 vs Olympus E-M1 III

Here, we will be reviewing the Leica M Typ 240 and Olympus E-M1 III, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the E-M1 III (20MP) is relatively close but the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and E-M1 III (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The M Typ 240 was manufactured 8 years before the E-M1 III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the M Typ 240 scores against the E-M1 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 240 and Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III. The entire galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Olympus E-M1 III Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 240 offers 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) and the Olympus E-M1 III has proportions of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Compare the Leica M Typ 240 and Olympus E-M1 III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the M Typ 240 and the E-M1 III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 240 and E-M1 III is 74 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 240 and E-M1 III.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 240 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 240 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.