Leica TL vs Sony FX30

Lets look more closely at the Leica TL vs Sony FX30, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TL (16MP) and FX30 (26MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The TL was released 6 years earlier than the FX30 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the TL scores versus the FX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica TL and Sony FX30. The complete galleries are provided at Leica TL Gallery and Sony FX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica TL comes with external 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) while the Sony FX30 has proportions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

See the Leica TL vs Sony FX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL compared to the FX30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TL and FX30 is 85 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL and FX30.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony FX30 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TL is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.