Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T
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Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 100000
- Optical Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- 28mm (F1.7) lens
- 734g - 130 x 80 x 92mm
- Announced October 2020
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Introduced August 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-5R
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony NEX-5T, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and NEX-5T (APS-C) feature different sensor size.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe Q2 Monochrom was revealed 7 years later than the NEX-5T and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica Q2 Monochrom being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Q2 Monochrom grades vs the NEX-5T with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q2 Monochrom & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The full galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q2 Monochrom over the Sony NEX-5T
Q2 Monochrom | NEX-5T | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | August 2013 | More recent by 87 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 922k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Leica Q2 Monochrom
NEX-5T | Q2 Monochrom | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony NEX-5T
Q2 Monochrom | NEX-5T | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 Monochrom comes with physical dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony NEX-5T in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Q2 Monochrom versus the NEX-5T.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Q2 Monochrom and NEX-5T is 60 and 89 respectively.
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Q2 Monochrom and NEX-5T.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q2 Monochrom having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will render extra detail because of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer Q2 Monochrom should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Leica Q2 Monochrom | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica Q2 Monochrom | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-10-11 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 47 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8368 x 5584 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 100000 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 17cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/40000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 734g (1.62 lbs) | 276g (0.61 lbs) |
Dimensions | 130 x 80 x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 330 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $5,995 | $400 |