Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax K100D
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Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax K100D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Revealed April 2014
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 660g - 129 x 93 x 70mm
- Announced December 2006
- Replacement is Pentax K100D S
Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax K100D Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Leica T Type 701 and Pentax K100D, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Leica and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and K100D (6MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe T Type 701 was launched 7 years later than the K100D and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica T Type 701 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the T Type 701 scores vs the K100D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax K100D Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica T Typ 701 and Pentax K100D. The complete galleries are available at Leica T Type 701 Gallery and Pentax K100D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Pentax K100D
T Type 701 | K100D | |||
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Announced | April 2014 | December 2006 | More recent by 90 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1300k | 210k | Crisper screen (+1090k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D over the Leica T Type 701
K100D | T Type 701 |
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Common features in the Leica T Type 701 and Pentax K100D
T Type 701 | K100D | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax K100D Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica T Type 701 features physical dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Pentax K100D has sizing of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Look at the Leica T Type 701 and Pentax K100D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the T Type 701 versus the K100D.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the T Type 701 and K100D is 85 and 64 respectively.
Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax K100D Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the T Type 701 and K100D.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Leica T Type 701 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer T Type 701 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax K100D Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax K100D Specifications
Leica T Typ 701 | Pentax K100D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Pentax |
Model type | Leica T Typ 701 | Pentax K100D |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2014-04-24 | 2006-12-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4944 x 3278 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Pentax KAF |
Amount of lenses | 4 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,300k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 384g (0.85 pounds) | 660g (1.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 129 x 93 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1082 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP-DC13 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $1,603 | $0 |