Leica TL vs Sony NEX-F3

Let's look more in depth at the Leica TL vs Sony NEX-F3, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the TL (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The TL was brought out 4 years later than the NEX-F3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the TL grades against the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are available at Leica TL Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica TL enjoys physical 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-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL vs the NEX-F3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TL and NEX-F3 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL and NEX-F3.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern TL should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.