Leica M8.2 weighs
591 g (1.30 lb / 20.85 oz) and has external dimensions of
139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46″). Considering that the average weight of Mirrorless type cameras is 475g, Leica M8.2 is a significantly heavy camera for its class. On the other hand, with a thickness of only 37mm, it is quite small, 17mm thinner than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Leica M8.2, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Now let's compare Leica M8.2 size with the camera that it replaced: Leica M8 (Check M8.2 vs M8). As depicted on the comparison image, and have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Leica M8.2 with its main competitors:
Leica M8.2 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Leica M8.2 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing page.