Leica M11 vs Panasonic GF8

Here, we are reviewing the Leica M11 vs Panasonic GF8, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and GF8 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The M11 was manufactured 5 years later than the GF8 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the M11 grades versus the GF8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M11 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica M11 enjoys physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Leica M11 vs Panasonic GF8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the M11 against the GF8.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M11 and GF8 is 76 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 and GF8.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M11 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica M11 will deliver more detail due to its extra 44MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher M11 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.