Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony A7R III
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony A7R III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Launched October 2017
- Earlier Model is Sony A7R II
- Successor is Sony A7R IV

Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony A7R III Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Leica M-Monochrom versus Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and A7R III (42MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

The M-Monochrom was announced 6 years prior to the A7R III and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica M-Monochrom being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M-Monochrom matches up against the A7R III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony A7R III Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom and Sony Alpha A7R III. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Sony A7R III
M-Monochrom | A7R III |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Leica M-Monochrom
A7R III | M-Monochrom | |||
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Launched | October 2017 | ![]() | May 2012 | More recent by 66 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+1210k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Sony A7R III
M-Monochrom | A7R III | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica M-Monochrom offers physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).
Contrast the Leica M-Monochrom versus Sony A7R III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the M-Monochrom and the A7R III.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-Monochrom and A7R III is 78 and 63 respectively.

Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M-Monochrom and A7R III.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A7R III to offer you more detail with its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older M-Monochrom is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony A7R III Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Sony Alpha A7R III | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica M-Monochrom | Sony Alpha A7R III |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-05-10 | 2017-10-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 42 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 7952 x 5304 |
Maximum native ISO | 10000 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 59 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,686k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 32 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lb) | 657g (1.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 100 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3523 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 650 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) |
Card slots | 1 | 2 |
Cost at release | $7,950 | $2,800 |