Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica M Mount
- 680g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Revealed September 2014
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Refreshed by Sony A7 II
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony A7, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Leica and Sony. The resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the A7 (24MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe M Edition 60 was brought out 9 months after the A7 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M Edition 60 grades against the A7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Edition 60 & Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Edition 60 over the Sony A7
M Edition 60 | A7 | |||
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Revealed | September 2014 | January 2014 | Newer by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Leica M Edition 60
A7 | M Edition 60 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 920k | Crisper display (+310k dot) |
Common features in the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony A7
M Edition 60 | A7 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica M Edition 60 has got outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Examine the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony A7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the M Edition 60 against the A7.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and A7 is 74 and 78 respectively.
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Edition 60 and A7.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger M Edition 60 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony A7 Specifications
Leica M Edition 60 | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica M Edition 60 | Sony Alpha A7 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-09-23 | 2014-01-22 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 gr (1.50 pounds) | 474 gr (1.04 pounds) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | - | $798 |