Leica M8 vs Sigma SD10

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica M8 versus Sigma SD10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the M8 (10MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the M8 (APS-H) and SD10 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The M8 was announced 3 years later than the SD10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica M8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the M8 grades against the SD10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M8 and Sigma SD10. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M8 Gallery and Sigma SD10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica M8 has got external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M8 versus Sigma SD10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the M8 versus the SD10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M8 and SD10 is 79 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M8 and SD10.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M8 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Leica M8 will resolve extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger M8 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.