Leica T Type 701 vs Panasonic GX850

Let's look a bit more closely at the Leica T Type 701 and Panasonic GX850, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the T Type 701 (APS-C) and GX850 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The T Type 701 was revealed 3 years prior to the GX850 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the T Type 701 grades versus the GX850 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica T Typ 701 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are available at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica T Type 701 comes with external measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Leica T Type 701 and Panasonic GX850 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the T Type 701 compared to the GX850.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the T Type 701 and GX850 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the T Type 701 and GX850.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The T Type 701 offers the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF easier. The more aged T Type 701 is going to be behind in sensor tech.