Leica M Typ 240 vs Sony W230

Lets examine more in depth at the Leica M Typ 240 versus Sony W230, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and W230 (12MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and W230 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The M Typ 240 was released 3 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Typ 240 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the M Typ 240 matches up vs the W230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 offers exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M Typ 240 versus Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 240 compared to the W230.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and W230 is 74 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and W230.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 240 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 240 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.