Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica M9-P

Lets examine more closely at the Leica M Typ 262 versus Leica M9-P, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are sold by Leica. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and M9-P (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

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The M Typ 262 was announced 4 years later than the M9-P and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M Typ 262 matches up vs the M9-P when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 & Leica M9-P. The whole galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Leica M9-P Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 262 has got external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the M Typ 262 vs the M9-P.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and M9-P is 77 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 262 and M9-P.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Leica M Typ 262 to offer extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern M Typ 262 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.