Leica T Type 701 vs Sony NEX-5

Following is a complete comparison of the Leica T Type 701 versus Sony NEX-5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The T Type 701 was revealed 3 years after the NEX-5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the T Type 701 matches up against the NEX-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica T Typ 701 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The full galleries are provided at Leica T Type 701 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica T Type 701 has got exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5 has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Check out the Leica T Type 701 versus Sony NEX-5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the T Type 701 and the NEX-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T Type 701 and NEX-5 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and NEX-5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Leica T Type 701 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern T Type 701 should have an edge in sensor technology.