Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701
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![Leica CL front Leica CL front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-CL/Leica-CL-front.jpg)
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Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Introduced November 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Announced April 2014
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Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both produced by Leica. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the CL (24MP) and T Type 701 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
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The CL was brought out 3 years later than the T Type 701 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the CL grades against the T Type 701 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica CL & Leica T Typ 701. The entire galleries are provided at Leica CL Gallery & Leica T Type 701 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Leica T Type 701
CL | T Type 701 | |||
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Announced | November 2017 | ![]() | April 2014 | Fresher by 44 months |
Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Leica CL
T Type 701 | CL | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1300k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+260k dot) |
Common features in the Leica CL and Leica T Type 701
CL | T Type 701 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica CL has got exterior dimensions of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Leica T Type 701 has measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).
Examine the Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the CL compared to the T Type 701.
![Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 size comparison Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-CL-vs-Leica-T-Typ-701-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL and T Type 701 is 82 and 85 respectively.
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Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CL and T Type 701.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Leica CL to give extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern CL provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 sensor size comparison Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-CL-vs-Leica-T-Typ-701-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-CL-vs-Leica-T-Typ-701-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica CL vs Leica T Type 701 Specifications
Leica CL | Leica T Typ 701 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica CL | Leica T Typ 701 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-11-21 | 2014-04-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Maestro II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6014 x 4014 | 4944 x 3278 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 12500 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Leica L |
Available lenses | 30 | 4 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.7" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,300k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/25000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 403g (0.89 lbs) | 384g (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1082 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | 400 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC12 | BP-DC13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $3,799 | $1,603 |