Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica T Type 701

Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica T Type 701, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the T Type 701 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was revealed 16 months later than the T Type 701 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica T Type 701 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades versus the T Type 701 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Leica T Typ 701. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Leica T Type 701 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR comes with exterior dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Leica T Type 701 has dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica T Type 701 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR against the T Type 701.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and T Type 701 is 79 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and T Type 701.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm X-T1 IR will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.