Leica T Type 701 vs Sony A6100

Let's look closer at the Leica T Type 701 versus Sony A6100, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and A6100 (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The T Type 701 was announced 6 years earlier than the A6100 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the T Type 701 grades versus the A6100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica T Typ 701 & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica T Type 701 has exterior 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 Sony A6100 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the T Type 701 compared to the A6100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and A6100 is 85 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T Type 701 and A6100.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A6100 to deliver extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged T Type 701 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.