Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5R
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Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Announced July 2017
- Succeeded the Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5N
- New Model is Sony NEX-5T
Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5R Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Leica TL2 versus Sony NEX-5R, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe TL2 was released 4 years later than the NEX-5R and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TL2 scores versus the NEX-5R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5R Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL2 & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The complete galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Sony NEX-5R
TL2 | NEX-5R | |||
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Introduced | July 2017 | August 2012 | Fresher by 60 months | |
Display size | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 920k | Crisper display (+310k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Leica TL2
NEX-5R | TL2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica TL2 and Sony NEX-5R
TL2 | NEX-5R | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica TL2 features exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica TL2 versus Sony NEX-5R in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL2 versus the NEX-5R.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and NEX-5R is 85 and 89 respectively.
Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and NEX-5R.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Leica TL2 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TL2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5R Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica TL2 vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
Leica TL2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica TL2 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-07-10 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 4 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/40000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399 grams (0.88 lb) | 276 grams (0.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 910 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 330 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $2,195 | $750 |