Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF1

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic GF1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and GF1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The M Typ 262 was announced 6 years after the GF1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the M Typ 262 scores versus the GF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 comes with physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic GF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the M Typ 262 against the GF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and GF1 is 77 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 262 and GF1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Leica M Typ 262 will offer greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger M Typ 262 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.