Leica M10 vs Nikon Z6 II

Following is a detailed analysis of the Leica M10 versus Nikon Z6 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M10 (24MP) and the Z6 II (25MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The M10 was brought out 4 years before the Z6 II which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the M10 grades against the Z6 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M10 & Nikon Z6 Mark II. The entire galleries are available at Leica M10 Gallery & Nikon Z6 II Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Leica M10 has physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z6 II has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the M10 and the Z6 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and Z6 II is 75 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M10 and Z6 II.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon Z6 II to deliver more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged M10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.