Leica M10 vs Panasonic S5

Below is a in depth overview of the Leica M10 versus Panasonic S5, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M10 (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The M10 was brought out 4 years prior to the S5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the M10 grades against the S5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M10 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M10 Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica M10 has outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 has sizing of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Examine the Leica M10 versus Panasonic S5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the M10 versus the S5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and S5 is 75 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M10 and S5.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The older M10 will be behind in sensor innovation.