Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1
78 Imaging
65 Features
23 Overall
48
![Leica M-Monochrom front Leica M-Monochrom front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Leica_M-Monochrom_1.jpg)
![Sony ZV-E1 front Sony ZV-E1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-ZV-E1/Sony-ZV-E1-front.jpg)
80 Imaging
67 Features
89 Overall
75
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 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
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Introduced March 2023
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/maxresdefault-218x150.jpg)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Leica M-Monochrom versus Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (Full frame).
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LP3_cut_13f_0212-218x150.jpg)
The M-Monochrom was brought out 12 years before the ZV-E1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M-Monochrom scores versus the ZV-E1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ai-licence-218x150.jpg)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom and Sony ZV-E1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Sony ZV-E1
M-Monochrom | ZV-E1 |
---|
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Leica M-Monochrom
ZV-E1 | M-Monochrom | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | March 2023 | ![]() | May 2012 | Newer by 132 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+807k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Sony ZV-E1
M-Monochrom | ZV-E1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Leica M-Monochrom features outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
See the Leica M-Monochrom versus Sony ZV-E1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the M-Monochrom compared to the ZV-E1.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-Monochrom and ZV-E1 is 78 and 80 respectively.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-Monochrom and ZV-E1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Leica M-Monochrom to produce more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged M-Monochrom will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M-Monochrom-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tiktok-218x150.jpg)
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
Street Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Approach-to-AI-Generated-Content-218x150.jpg)
Sports Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photography-glossary-218x150.jpg)
Travel Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/samsung-evo-microsd-cards-featur-218x150.jpg)
Landscape Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/snapchat-218x150.jpg)
Vlogging Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/No-Surprise-Pentax-17-Pre-Orders-218x150.jpg)
Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Sony ZV-E1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica M-Monochrom | Sony ZV-E1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2023-03-29 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 10000 | 102400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 40 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 59 | 195 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3.00 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 32s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 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 |
Max video resolution | None | 3840x1920 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600 gr (1.32 lb) | 483 gr (1.06 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 570 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $7,950 | $2,198 |