Leica M Typ 240 vs YI M1

Let's look more closely at the Leica M Typ 240 vs YI M1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and YI. The image resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the M1 (20MP) is fairly close but the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and M1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

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The M Typ 240 was manufactured 5 years prior to the M1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the M Typ 240 grades against the M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 240 and YI M1. The entire galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 240 has got outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the M Typ 240 and the M1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and M1 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 240 and M1.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 240 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Leica M Typ 240 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older M Typ 240 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.