Leica CL vs Sony G3

Following is a extended comparison of the Leica CL and Sony G3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the CL (24MP) and G3 (10MP) and the CL (APS-C) and G3 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The CL was released 8 years after the G3 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica CL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the CL grades against the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica CL and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Leica CL Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica CL has got external measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the CL and the G3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CL and G3 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CL and G3.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CL because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica CL will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer CL will have an advantage in sensor technology.