Leica T Type 701 vs Panasonic GX9

Here, we are matching up the Leica T Type 701 versus Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly close but the T Type 701 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The T Type 701 was brought out 4 years earlier than the GX9 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the T Type 701 matches up versus the GX9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica T Typ 701 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The entire galleries are provided at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica T Type 701 comes with physical measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Panasonic GX9 has proportions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the T Type 701 versus the GX9.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and GX9 is 85 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the T Type 701 and GX9.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The T Type 701 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged T Type 701 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.