Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon Z7 II

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Leica M Typ 262 versus Nikon Z7 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and Z7 II (46MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The M Typ 262 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the Z7 II and that is quite a sizable 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 Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the M Typ 262 matches up against the Z7 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon Z7 Mark II. The entire galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Nikon Z7 II Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 262 has got outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 II has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the M Typ 262 compared to the Z7 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and Z7 II is 77 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and Z7 II.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon Z7 II to offer greater detail due to its extra 22MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older M Typ 262 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.