Leica M Typ 262 vs Leica TL

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Leica M Typ 262 and Leica TL, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both sold by Leica. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and TL (16MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and TL (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The M Typ 262 was released 11 months before the TL so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M Typ 262 grades versus the TL in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 262 & Leica TL. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Leica TL Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 262 has got physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Leica TL has sizing of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 262 versus the TL.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and TL is 77 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 262 and TL.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 262 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 262 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.