Leica T Type 701 vs Sigma DP2

Following is a complete review of the Leica T Type 701 vs Sigma DP2, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The T Type 701 was introduced 4 years after the DP2 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica T Type 701 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the T Type 701 grades versus the DP2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica T Typ 701 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica T Type 701 has got external dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the T Type 701 versus the DP2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T Type 701 and DP2 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the T Type 701 and DP2.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Leica T Type 701 to show extra detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent T Type 701 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.