Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax Q

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica T Type 701 vs Pentax Q, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the T Type 701 (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The T Type 701 was unveiled 2 years later than the Q and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the T Type 701 scores against the Q with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica T Typ 701 & Pentax Q. The full galleries are provided at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica T Type 701 enjoys exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the T Type 701 and the Q.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and Q is 85 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and Q.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The T Type 701 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Leica T Type 701 will provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern T Type 701 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.