Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Sony NEX-5T

The following is a in-depth overview of the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Sony NEX-5T, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Sony. The resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is pretty well matched but the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and NEX-5T (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The M-E Typ 220 was brought out 11 months before the NEX-5T so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the M-E Typ 220 scores against the NEX-5T in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Leica M-E Typ 220 features exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5T has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Check out the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the M-E Typ 220 against the NEX-5T.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M-E Typ 220 and NEX-5T is 79 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M-E Typ 220 and NEX-5T.

All in all, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M-E Typ 220 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged M-E Typ 220 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.