Leica M Typ 262 vs Panasonic GM1

On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica M Typ 262 versus Panasonic GM1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and GM1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The M Typ 262 was released 24 months after the GM1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M Typ 262 matches up versus the GM1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 262 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 262 features physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Leica M Typ 262 versus Panasonic GM1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 262 compared to the GM1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and GM1 is 77 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 262 and GM1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 262 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Leica M Typ 262 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger M Typ 262 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.