Leica T Type 701 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Leica T Type 701 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Released April 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2013
- Older Model is Sony NEX-5R
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Here is a detailed comparison of the Leica T Type 701 vs Sony NEX-5T, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe T Type 701 was manufactured 8 months later than the NEX-5T which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the T Type 701 grades against the NEX-5T for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Sony NEX-5T
| T Type 701 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2014 | August 2013 | Fresher by 8 months | |
| Display dimensions | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
| Display resolution | 1300k | 922k | Clearer display (+378k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Leica T Type 701
| NEX-5T | T Type 701 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
| Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Leica T Type 701 and Sony NEX-5T
| T Type 701 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Leica T Type 701 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica T Type 701 features 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) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the T Type 701 vs the NEX-5T.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T Type 701 and NEX-5T is 85 and 89 respectively.
Leica T Type 701 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T Type 701 and NEX-5T.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern T Type 701 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Leica T Type 701 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
| Leica T Typ 701 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Leica | Sony |
| Model | Leica T Typ 701 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2014-04-24 | 2013-08-27 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4944 x 3278 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 99 |
| Cross focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Leica L | Sony E |
| Amount of lenses | 4 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 1,300 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
| 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, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 384 grams (0.85 pounds) | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 75 | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light score | 1082 | 1015 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 photos | 330 photos |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP-DC13 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $1,603 | $400 |