Leica M Typ 240 vs Panasonic GX850

Below, we are matching up the Leica M Typ 240 and Panasonic GX850, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and GX850 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The M Typ 240 was unveiled 5 years before the GX850 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M Typ 240 matches up vs the GX850 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 240 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 offers outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Panasonic GX850 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M Typ 240 and Panasonic GX850 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the M Typ 240 versus the GX850.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and GX850 is 74 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 240 and GX850.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 240 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M Typ 240 will offer you greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 240 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.