Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony RX1
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony RX1 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
- Launched September 2014
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Announced February 2013
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony RX1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony RX1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the RX1 (24MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe M Edition 60 was unveiled 20 months after the RX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M Edition 60 scores vs the RX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony RX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Edition 60 over the Sony RX1
M Edition 60 | RX1 | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | February 2013 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Leica M Edition 60
RX1 | M Edition 60 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | 920k | Sharper screen (+309k dot) |
Common features in the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony RX1
M Edition 60 | RX1 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony RX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Edition 60 has got exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica M Edition 60 and Sony RX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the M Edition 60 versus the RX1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and RX1 is 74 and 79 respectively.
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony RX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Edition 60 and RX1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern M Edition 60 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony RX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Sony RX1 Specifications
Leica M Edition 60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica M Edition 60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-09-23 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.0-22.0 |
Amount of lenses | 59 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 gr (1.50 pounds) | 482 gr (1.06 pounds) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 93 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2534 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | - | $2,798 |