Leica M8 vs Sony A6100
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![Leica M8 front Leica M8 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-M8/Leica-M8-front.jpg)
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Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-H Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 591g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Launched July 2007
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Launched August 2019
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Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Leica M8 vs Sony A6100, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Leica and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the M8 (10MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the M8 (APS-H) and A6100 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
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The M8 was unveiled 13 years earlier than the A6100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the M8 grades against the A6100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M8 and Sony Alpha a6100. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M8 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M8 over the Sony A6100
M8 | A6100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Leica M8
A6100 | M8 | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | ![]() | July 2007 | Fresher by 147 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M8 and Sony A6100
M8 | A6100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica M8 offers physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Compare the Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 in the 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 dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the M8 compared to the A6100.
![Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 size comparison Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M8-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6100-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M8 and A6100 is 79 and 81 respectively.
![Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 top view buttons comparison Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M8-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M8 and A6100.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M8 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony A6100 will provide greater detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older M8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 sensor size comparison Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M8-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M8-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica M8 vs Sony A6100 Specifications
Leica M8 | Sony Alpha a6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica M8 | Sony Alpha a6100 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2007-07-31 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-H | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 27 x 18mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 486.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3936 x 2630 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 2500 | 32000 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 59 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.3 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 591 gr (1.30 lb) | 396 gr (0.87 lb) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 59 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 663 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 550 photos | 420 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $4,400 | $748 |