Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3
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![Leica M-Monochrom front Leica M-Monochrom front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Leica_M-Monochrom_1.jpg)
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Announced February 2021
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Leica and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and FX3 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (Full frame).
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The M-Monochrom was manufactured 9 years before the FX3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the M-Monochrom grades against the FX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-Monochrom and Sony FX3. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Sony FX3
M-Monochrom | FX3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Leica M-Monochrom
FX3 | M-Monochrom | |||
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Announced | February 2021 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 107 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+1210k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Sony FX3
M-Monochrom | FX3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica M-Monochrom features outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony FX3 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Contrast the Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the M-Monochrom vs the FX3.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 size comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Sony-FX3-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M-Monochrom and FX3 is 78 and 62 respectively.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Sony-FX3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M-Monochrom and FX3.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Leica M-Monochrom to provide more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The older M-Monochrom will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Sony-FX3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Sony-FX3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica M-Monochrom | Sony FX3 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2021-02-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 10000 | 102400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 59 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3.00" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 32 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lb) | 716g (1.58 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 600 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | Single | Two |
Launch price | $7,950 | $3,900 |