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Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000

Portability
77
Imaging
72
Features
35
Overall
57
Leica M Typ 262 front
 
Sony Alpha a5000 front
Portability
89
Imaging
63
Features
62
Overall
62

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 Key Specs

Leica M Typ 262
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • Leica M Mount
  • 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
  • Revealed November 2015
  • Alternative Name is Typ 262
Sony a5000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
  • Revealed January 2014
  • Earlier Model is Sony NEX-3N
  • Renewed by Sony a5100
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and a5000 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The M Typ 262 was announced 23 months later than the a5000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M Typ 262 matches up against the a5000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Sony a5000

 M Typ 262 a5000 
RevealedNovember 2015January 2014More recent by 23 months
Screen resolution921k461kClearer screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Leica M Typ 262

 a5000 M Typ 262 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Leica M Typ 262 and Sony a5000

 M Typ 262 a5000 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen sizing
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 enjoys exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M Typ 262 against the a5000.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and a5000 is 77 and 89 respectively.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 top view buttons comparison

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 262 and a5000.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 262 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Leica M Typ 262 will give you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher M Typ 262 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 sensor size comparison

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Leica M Typ 262
Portrait photography with Sony a5000
75
manual focus
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW files
no liveview feature
71
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
cannot use external flash
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Leica M Typ 262
Street photography with Sony a5000
66
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW files
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
78
screen tilts
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Leica M Typ 262
Sports photography with Sony a5000
50
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
no liveview feature
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
no phase detect auto focus
60
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
great battery life (420 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica M Typ 262 Travel photography highlights
Sony a5000 Travel photography highlights
58
decent megapixels (24MP)
no Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
78
great battery life (420 shots)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Leica M Typ 262 Landscape photography info
Sony a5000 Landscape photography info
69
manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
screen size is good (3")
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW files
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
no Time Lapse recording
77
manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
decent sized screen (3")
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (420 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica M Typ 262 Vlogging factors
Sony a5000 Vlogging factors
22
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low ( pxls)
no external mic jack
32
provides face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have mic support
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Sony a5000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica M Typ 262 and Sony a5000
 Leica M Typ 262Sony Alpha a5000
General Information
Brand Leica Sony
Model type Leica M Typ 262 Sony Alpha a5000
Otherwise known as Typ 262 -
Class Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2015-11-19 2014-01-07
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Maestro Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 35.8 x 23.9mm 23.2 x 15.4mm
Sensor area 855.6mm² 357.3mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5952 x 3976 5456 x 3632
Maximum native ISO 6400 16000
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Min enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 25
Lens
Lens support Leica M Sony E
Available lenses 59 121
Crop factor 1 1.6
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 921k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) None
Viewfinder magnification 0.68x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings no built-in flash Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps)
Maximum video resolution - 1920x1080
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 600 grams (1.32 lb) 269 grams (0.59 lb)
Dimensions 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 79
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.0
DXO Low light rating not tested 1089
Other
Battery life - 420 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-SCL2 NP-FW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom)
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $5,069 $448