Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony A7 IV

Here is a extensive assessment of the Leica M Typ 262 versus Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and A7 IV (33MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The M Typ 262 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the A7 IV and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the M Typ 262 grades against the A7 IV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 262 & Sony Alpha A7 IV. The full galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Sony A7 IV Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 262 features exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony A7 IV has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the M Typ 262 compared to the A7 IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and A7 IV is 77 and 61 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and A7 IV.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A7 IV to deliver greater detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older M Typ 262 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.