Leica TL vs Sony NEX-5R
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Leica TL vs Sony NEX-5R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Introduced November 2016
- Updated by Leica TL2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-5N
- Successor is Sony NEX-5T
Leica TL vs Sony NEX-5R Overview
Below is a extensive analysis of the Leica TL versus Sony NEX-5R, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Sony. The resolution of the TL (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TL was launched 4 years later than the NEX-5R and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TL grades versus the NEX-5R when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica TL vs Sony NEX-5R Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica TL & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The complete galleries are provided at Leica TL Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Sony NEX-5R
TL | NEX-5R | |||
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Revealed | November 2016 | August 2012 | More recent by 52 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 920k | Clearer screen (+310k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Leica TL
NEX-5R | TL | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Leica TL and Sony NEX-5R
TL | NEX-5R | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica TL vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica TL has 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) and the Sony NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check the Leica TL versus Sony NEX-5R in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the TL versus the NEX-5R.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL and NEX-5R is 85 and 89 respectively.
Leica TL vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL and NEX-5R.
To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern TL should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Leica TL vs Sony NEX-5R Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica TL vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
Leica TL | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica TL | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-11-08 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Sony E |
Available lenses | 4 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 384 grams (0.85 pounds) | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) |
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 All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 910 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 330 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,009 | $750 |