Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic GX7

Here, we are comparing the Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic GX7, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and GX7 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The M Typ 240 was announced 13 months prior to the GX7 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the M Typ 240 grades against the GX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 240 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 240 comes with external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has specifications of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic GX7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the M Typ 240 vs the GX7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and GX7 is 74 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and GX7.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 240 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M Typ 240 will offer you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 240 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.