Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5
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Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2017
- Older Model is Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 287g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Announced June 2010
- Successor is Sony NEX-5N

Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Leica TL2 versus Sony NEX-5, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The TL2 was released 7 years later than the NEX-5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the TL2 scores against the NEX-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL2 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The complete galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Sony NEX-5
TL2 | NEX-5 | |||
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Announced | July 2017 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 87 months |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+310k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5 over the Leica TL2
NEX-5 | TL2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica TL2 and Sony NEX-5
TL2 | NEX-5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Leica TL2 features external dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5 has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).
Analyze the Leica TL2 versus Sony NEX-5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL2 versus the NEX-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and NEX-5 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL2 and NEX-5.
All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Leica TL2 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher TL2 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5 Specifications
Leica TL2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica TL2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-07-10 | 2010-06-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 | 24MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Sony E |
Total lenses | 4 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/40000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 399 grams (0.88 lbs) | 287 grams (0.63 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 69 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 796 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 330 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC13 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $2,195 | $599 |