Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax K-r

Let's look more in depth at the Leica M Typ 240 vs Pentax K-r, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Leica and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and K-r (12MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and K-r (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 240 was manufactured 19 months later than the K-r making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the M Typ 240 scores vs the K-r in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 & Pentax K-r. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Pentax K-r Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. 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 Pentax K-r has dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the M Typ 240 compared to the K-r.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and K-r is 74 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and K-r.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 240 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Leica M Typ 240 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 240 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.