Reasons to choose M Monochrom (Typ 246)
Released in 2015, M Monochrom (Typ 246) has about 856 mm² of sensor area, 24 MP effective resolution, and a 680 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
vs Sony Alpha 7
VS
Sensor area
856 mm²
M Monochrom (Typ 246)856 mm²
Alpha 7- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The M Monochrom (Typ 246) and Alpha 7 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
M Monochrom (Typ 246)MetricAlpha 7
24 MPEffective pixels24.3 MP
35.8 × 23.9Sensor35.8 × 23.9
5.97 µmPixel pitch5.93 µm
35.65 µm²Pixel area35.21 µm²
2.8 MP/cm²Pixel density2.84 MP/cm²
1.01Crop factor1.01
1,920 × 1,080Maximum video—
680 gWeight474 g
SD/SDHC/SDXCStorageSD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Lithium-ion battery BP-SCL2 Li-ion batteryBatteryNP-FW50 lithium-ion battery Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The M Monochrom (Typ 246) and Alpha 7 have the same sensor area. The Alpha 7 has the lighter body. The Alpha 7 has the higher effective resolution. The M Monochrom (Typ 246) is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Alpha 7
Released in 2013, Alpha 7 has about 856 mm² of sensor area, 24.3 MP effective resolution, and a 474 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.