Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic GF2

Here is a in depth comparison of the Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic GF2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and GF2 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M Typ 240 was launched 20 months later than the GF2 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the M Typ 240 scores vs the GF2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 has outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic GF2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the M Typ 240 vs the GF2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and GF2 is 74 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and GF2.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 240 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 240 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.