Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic GF7 and Leica M-E Typ 220 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic GF7 has external dimensions of 107 x 65 x 33 mm (4.21 x 2.56 x 1.3″) and weighs 266 g (0.59 lb / 9.38 oz) (including batteries). Leica M-E Typ 220 has external dimensions of 139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46″) and weighs 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic GF7 and the Leica M-E Typ 220. Panasonic GF7 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 32mm narrower, 15mm shorter and 4mm thinner than Leica M-E Typ 220.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic GF7 and Leica M-E Typ 220.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic GF7 and Leica M-E Typ 220.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic GF7 is significantly lighter (319g ) than the Leica M-E Typ 220 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since Leica M-E Typ 220 has a Full frame sensor and Panasonic GF7 has a smaller Four Thirds sensor, Panasonic GF7's lenses for a similar focal length and aperture will generally be lighter and smaller than the Leica M-E Typ 220 lenses.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 nor Leica M-E Typ 220 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic GF7's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Leica M-E Typ 220's 2.5 screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Panasonic GF7 LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Leica M-E Typ 220 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to GF7.