Leica TL vs Sony a5100
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Leica TL vs Sony a5100 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
- Revealed November 2016
- Successor is Leica TL2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Revealed August 2014
- Superseded the Sony a5000
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On this page, we are comparing the Leica TL versus Sony a5100, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the TL (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TL was brought out 2 years later than the a5100 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TL scores vs the a5100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Sony a5100
| TL | a5100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | November 2016 |  | August 2014 | Fresher by 28 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.7" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 922k | Crisper display (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Leica TL
| a5100 | TL | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica TL and Sony a5100
| TL | a5100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Leica TL vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica TL provides exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Sony a5100 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TL and the a5100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL and a5100 is 85 and 89 respectively.
Leica TL vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TL and a5100.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony a5100 to produce extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer TL is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
Leica TL vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica TL vs Sony a5100 Specifications
| Leica TL | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Leica | Sony |
| Model | Leica TL | Sony Alpha a5100 |
| Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2016-11-08 | 2014-08-17 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 179 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Leica L | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 4 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 1,230k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| 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 | 384g (0.85 lb) | 283g (0.62 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 80 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1347 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 pictures | 400 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP-DC13 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $1,009 | $448 |
