Leica M Typ 240 vs Sony NEX-5

Below is a thorough analysis of the Leica M Typ 240 and Sony NEX-5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and NEX-5 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The M Typ 240 was unveiled 2 years later than the NEX-5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M Typ 240 scores versus the NEX-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 240 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 240 enjoys exterior 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) and the Sony NEX-5 has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M Typ 240 and Sony NEX-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the M Typ 240 vs the NEX-5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 240 and NEX-5 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 240 and NEX-5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 240 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will provide extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The newer M Typ 240 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.