Leica TL vs Sony NEX-3N

The following is a in depth analysis of the Leica TL and Sony NEX-3N, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the TL (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The TL was introduced 3 years after the NEX-3N which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TL matches up vs the NEX-3N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica TL Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica TL provides outside measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3N has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Leica TL and Sony NEX-3N in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the TL vs the NEX-3N.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TL and NEX-3N is 85 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TL and NEX-3N.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger TL will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.