Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica SL2

Following is a in depth review of the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica SL2, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are manufactured by Leica. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and SL2 (47MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The M Typ 262 was unveiled 5 years before the SL2 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica SL2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M Typ 262 matches up vs the SL2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 262 and Leica SL2. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Leica SL2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 offers physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Leica SL2 has measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica SL2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 262 versus the SL2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and SL2 is 77 and 57 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 262 and SL2.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Leica SL2 to offer extra detail having an extra 23MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 262 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.