Leica M8 vs Panasonic GX8

Below, we are reviewing the Leica M8 vs Panasonic GX8, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the M8 (10MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the M8 (APS-H) and GX8 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The M8 was brought out 9 years earlier than the GX8 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the M8 grades vs the GX8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M8 Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica M8 comes with outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has measurements of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M8 versus the GX8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M8 and GX8 is 79 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M8 and GX8.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M8 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GX8 will produce greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older M8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.