Leica M Typ 240 vs Sony A7R V

Here is a extended overview of the Leica M Typ 240 vs Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and A7R V (61MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The M Typ 240 was revealed 11 years before the A7R V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R V being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M Typ 240 scores versus the A7R V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 240 and Sony Alpha A7R V. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 240 comes with physical 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) whilst the Sony A7R V has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 240 against the A7R V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and A7R V is 74 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and A7R V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony A7R V to show more detail because of its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The older M Typ 240 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.