Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Announced February 2013
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Launched April 2014

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the T Type 701 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E1 was released 14 months before the T Type 701 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades versus the T Type 701 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 & Leica T Typ 701. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Leica T Type 701 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Leica T Type 701
Fujifilm X-E1 | T Type 701 |
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Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Fujifilm X-E1
T Type 701 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | ![]() | February 2013 | Newer by 14 months |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.9") |
Display resolution | 1300k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+840k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica T Type 701
Fujifilm X-E1 | T Type 701 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E1 features physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Leica T Type 701 has sizing of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 against the T Type 701.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E1 and T Type 701 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and T Type 701.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica T Type 701 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E1 | Leica T Typ 701 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | Fujifilm X-E1 | Leica T Typ 701 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-02-28 | 2014-04-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Pro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4944 x 3278 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12500 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Available lenses | 54 | 4 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1,300k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) | 384 grams (0.85 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1082 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 400 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | W126 | BP-DC13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $600 | $1,603 |