Leica M Typ 262 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

In this article, we are analyzing the Leica M Typ 262 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The M Typ 262 was unveiled 5 years later than the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M Typ 262 grades versus the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 262 and Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 comes with outside 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 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

See the Leica M Typ 262 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the M Typ 262 versus the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC is 77 and 85 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 262 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Leica M Typ 262 will provide greater detail having an extra 14MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger M Typ 262 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.