Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GH6

Let's look more closely at the Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic GH6, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the GH6 (25MP) is relatively close but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and GH6 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The M Typ 262 was brought out 7 years before the GH6 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the M Typ 262 scores against the GH6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 262 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Panasonic GH6 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 262 has outside 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 Panasonic GH6 has specifications of 139mm x 100mm x 100mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.9") along with a weight of 823 grams (1.81 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic GH6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the M Typ 262 and the GH6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and GH6 is 77 and 56 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 262 and GH6.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 262 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic GH6 will result in more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older M Typ 262 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.