Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic FH1

Below, we are matching up the Leica M Typ 262 versus Panasonic FH1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and FH1 (12MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and FH1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The M Typ 262 was announced 5 years later than the FH1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M Typ 262 matches up versus the FH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 262 features physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 262 vs the FH1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and FH1 is 77 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and FH1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 262 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 262 will offer more detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern M Typ 262 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.