Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF3
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Introduced November 2015
- Alternate Name is Typ 262
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF2
- New Model is Panasonic GF5

Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF3 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic GF3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and GF3 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

The M Typ 262 was unveiled 4 years after the GF3 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M Typ 262 scores against the GF3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 262 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Panasonic GF3
M Typ 262 | GF3 | |||
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Introduced | November 2015 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 53 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Leica M Typ 262
GF3 | M Typ 262 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic GF3
M Typ 262 | GF3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 262 comes with external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).
Check out the Leica M Typ 262 and Panasonic GF3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 262 vs the GF3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and GF3 is 77 and 90 respectively.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and GF3.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 262 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Leica M Typ 262 will offer greater detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger M Typ 262 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GF3 Specifications
Leica M Typ 262 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica M Typ 262 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
Otherwise known as | Typ 262 | - |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2015-11-19 | 2011-08-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Maestro | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | - | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600 grams (1.32 lb) | 264 grams (0.58 lb) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 459 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-SCL2 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $5,069 | $360 |