Leica T Type 701 vs Panasonic GF6

On this page, we are matching up the Leica T Type 701 versus Panasonic GF6, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the T Type 701 (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The T Type 701 was revealed 13 months later than the GF6 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the T Type 701 matches up versus the GF6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica T Typ 701 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are viewable at Leica T Type 701 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica T Type 701 comes with external measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic GF6 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Contrast the Leica T Type 701 versus Panasonic GF6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the T Type 701 compared to the GF6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the T Type 701 and GF6 is 85 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and GF6.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor sizing. The T Type 701 has the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The more modern T Type 701 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.