Leica M Typ 240 vs Sony NEX-3

Its time to take a closer look at the Leica M Typ 240 versus Sony NEX-3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and NEX-3 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 240 was introduced 2 years later than the NEX-3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the M Typ 240 grades against the NEX-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 240 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The whole galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 240 has got outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the M Typ 240 and the NEX-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and NEX-3 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 240 and NEX-3.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 240 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will show greater detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger M Typ 240 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.