Leica T Type 701 vs Panasonic G7

Following is a in-depth overview of the Leica T Type 701 and Panasonic G7, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the G7 (16MP) is relatively close but the T Type 701 (APS-C) and G7 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The T Type 701 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the G7 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica T Type 701 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the T Type 701 matches up vs the G7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica T Typ 701 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The full galleries are provided at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Panasonic G7 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica T Type 701 enjoys exterior dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Panasonic G7 has specifications of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Leica T Type 701 and Panasonic G7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the T Type 701 versus the G7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and G7 is 85 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the T Type 701 and G7.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The T Type 701 provides the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged T Type 701 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.