Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T 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
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5R
Photography Glossary Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Sony. The resolution of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is very comparable but the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and NEX-5T (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe M-Monochrom was launched 15 months before the NEX-5T making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the M-Monochrom scores versus the NEX-5T with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-Monochrom & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Sony NEX-5T
| M-Monochrom | NEX-5T |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Leica M-Monochrom
| NEX-5T | M-Monochrom | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2013 |  | May 2012 | Newer by 15 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Sony NEX-5T
| M-Monochrom | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-Monochrom has got physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Contrast the Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the M-Monochrom compared to the NEX-5T.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M-Monochrom and NEX-5T is 78 and 89 respectively.
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M-Monochrom and NEX-5T.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M-Monochrom due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica M-Monochrom will show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged M-Monochrom will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
| Leica M-Monochrom | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Leica | Sony |
| Model | Leica M-Monochrom | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2012-05-10 | 2013-08-27 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 10000 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 99 |
| Cross focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Leica M | Sony E |
| Total lenses | 59 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 32s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
| Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
| Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 600 gr (1.32 pounds) | 276 gr (0.61 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 pictures | 330 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $7,950 | $400 |