Leica TL2 vs Sony a5000

Here, we will be evaluating the Leica TL2 and Sony a5000, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL2 (24MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The TL2 was introduced 3 years after the a5000 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TL2 matches up against the a5000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica TL2 & Sony Alpha a5000. The whole galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica TL2 provides outside measurements 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 a5000 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL2 versus the a5000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL2 and a5000 is 85 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TL2 and a5000.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Leica TL2 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent TL2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.