Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-3N

Lets look much closer at the Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-3N, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The TL2 was announced 4 years after the NEX-3N which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TL2 grades against the NEX-3N with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica TL2 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica TL2 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica TL2 provides physical measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3N has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-3N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the TL2 compared to the NEX-3N.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TL2 and NEX-3N is 85 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and NEX-3N.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Leica TL2 to provide more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent TL2 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.