Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony NEX-C3

Let's examine more closely at the Leica M Typ 262 and Sony NEX-C3, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and NEX-C3 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The M Typ 262 was unveiled 4 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the M Typ 262 scores against the NEX-C3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 262 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 262 features physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Leica M Typ 262 and Sony NEX-C3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M Typ 262 and the NEX-C3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and NEX-C3 is 77 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The image here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 262 and NEX-C3.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 262 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will offer you greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher M Typ 262 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.