Leica M Typ 240 vs Sony NEX-C3

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Leica M Typ 240 and Sony NEX-C3, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and NEX-C3 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The M Typ 240 was unveiled 14 months after the NEX-C3 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the M Typ 240 grades against the NEX-C3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 240 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The full galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 offers physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Leica M Typ 240 and Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 240 versus the NEX-C3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and NEX-C3 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 240 and NEX-C3.

All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 240 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will show more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 240 provides an advantage in sensor tech.