Leica M8 vs Nikon Z6

Here, we are evaluating the Leica M8 vs Nikon Z6, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the M8 (10MP) and Z6 (25MP) and the M8 (APS-H) and Z6 (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The M8 was revealed 12 years prior to the Z6 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica M8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the M8 scores versus the Z6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M8 & Nikon Z6. The full galleries are available at Leica M8 Gallery & Nikon Z6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica M8 comes with outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z6 has sizing of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the M8 against the Z6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M8 and Z6 is 79 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M8 and Z6.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M8 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Nikon Z6 will provide greater detail because of its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M8 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.