Leica M Typ 240 vs Sony A9 II

Following is a extended analysis of the Leica M Typ 240 versus Sony A9 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Sony. The resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The M Typ 240 was brought out 8 years before the A9 II which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the M Typ 240 scores versus the A9 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 240 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The entire galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 240 offers external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Sony A9 II has sizing of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Look at the Leica M Typ 240 versus Sony A9 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the M Typ 240 and the A9 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 240 and A9 II is 74 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 240 and A9 II.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged M Typ 240 is going to be behind in sensor tech.