Leica T Type 701 vs Sony A6300

On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica T Type 701 and Sony A6300, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and A6300 (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The T Type 701 was revealed 21 months prior to the A6300 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the T Type 701 matches up against the A6300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica T Typ 701 & Sony Alpha a6300. The full galleries are viewable at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica T Type 701 has outer measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Sony A6300 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Leica T Type 701 and Sony A6300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the T Type 701 compared to the A6300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T Type 701 and A6300 is 85 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and A6300.

All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony A6300 to produce more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged T Type 701 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.