Canon EOS Rebel T5 vs Leica X

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon EOS Rebel T5 and the Leica X, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 was introduced in February 2014 and Leica X was introduced in September 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 Highlights

      • 18.0 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentamirror) Viewfinder
      • 3.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash

      Leica X Highlights

      • 16.2 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 12,500 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 920k dot Fixed Screen
      • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Canon EOS Rebel T5
      4. Advantage of Leica X
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon EOS Rebel T5 and Leica X.

      PROS

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   12,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)

      CONS

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   1 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      •   Sensor Resolution - 18.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 EV Min AF Detection
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 63
      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps

      Advantage of Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Canon Rebel T5
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon EOS Rebel T5 over Leica X.

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 vs Leica X
      Cheaper $549.99 (with 18-55 F3.5-5.6 lens) vs £1550, $2,295
      Higher Sensor Resolution 18.0 Megapixel vs 16.2 Megapixel
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) vs
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Partial Metering vs
      Speaker Mono vs
      Built-in Microphone Mono vs
      Lighter 480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz) vs 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
      Longer Battery Life 500 shots vs 350 shots

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      Canon Rebel T7
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon Rebel T3i
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon Rebel T4i
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon Rebel T8i
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon Rebel T1i
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      APS-C

      15.1 MP

      Canon Rebel T6s
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T7i
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T6i
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T3
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      APS-C

      12.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T5i
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon Rebel T6
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Nikon D5600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Advantage of Leica X

      Leica X (Typ 113)
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica X over Canon EOS Rebel T5.

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 vs Leica X
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 12,500
      Max Image Resolution 5184 x 3456 vs 4928 x 3264
      More Focus Points 9 vs 11
      Center Autofocus vs
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 920k dot
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 3.0 fps vs 5.0 fps
      Spot Metering vs

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      Leica X-U
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      APS-C

      16.2 MP

      Leica X Vario
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      APS-C

      16.1 MP

      Leica X1
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      APS-C

      12.2 MP

      Leica X2
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      APS-C

      16.1 MP

      OM System TG-7
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Sony H90
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Panasonic LS5
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      1/2.33-inch

      14 MP

      Canon ELPH 115 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.0 MP

      Nikon AW100
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon A100
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      1/2.3-inch

      20 MP

      Nikon S1100pj
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Nikon L810
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon EOS Rebel T5 Leica X
        Video Capture
        Face Detection
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Mini
        Light480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz)486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Canon EOS Rebel T5 Leica X
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Focus Points911
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life500 shots350 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 and Leica X have 3.0" Fixed screens with 460k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively.


      Optical (pentamirror) Viewfinder on Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 has a built-in Optical (pentamirror) viewfinder. It has a 95% coverage and 0.80x (0.50x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Leica X.

      Sensor

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 features a 18.0 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 22.3 x 14.9 mm and a total area of 332.3 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. Leica X features a 16.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23 x 15.5 mm and a total area of 240.3 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,500.

      Photography Features

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 5184 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3456 x 2304, 2592 x 1728 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Leica X can take pictures up to 4928 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4272 x 2856, 3264 x 2160, 2144 x 1424, 1632 x 1080 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Canon EOS Rebel T5 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Leica X nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Leica X

      Leica X has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Canon EOS Rebel T5 has a Mini HDMI and Leica X has an HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 comes with LP-E10 battery pack with battery life of 500 shots and Leica X comes with BP-DC8 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Leica X has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Canon EOS Rebel T5, and up to 1/2000 sec on Leica X. Canon EOS Rebel T5 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps. Leica X can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps.


      Focusing

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 has Dual Pixel CMOS AF system with 9 (1 cross-type) focusing points and Leica X has 11 focusing points. Canon EOS Rebel T5 has detection range from 0 to +18 EV.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 9.20 m at ISO 100 on Canon EOS Rebel T5. Canon EOS Rebel T5 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/200 sec on Canon EOS Rebel T5.

      Physical Parameters

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 body has dimensions of 130 x 100 x 78 mm (5.12 x 3.94 x 3.07") and Leica X body has dimensions of 133 x 73 x 78 mm (5.24 x 2.87 x 3.07"). Canon EOS Rebel T5 weighs 480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz) and Leica X weighs 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz).

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      130 mm

      100 mm

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      133 mm

      73 mm

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      78 mm

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      Size comparisons of Canon EOS Rebel T5 and Leica X

      Canon EOS Rebel T5 and Leica X for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   1 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   12,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   1 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      46
      •   12,500 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      GOOD
      78
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   1 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      71
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      GOOD
      79
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   1 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz)
      GOOD
      78
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      GOOD
      79
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      GOOD
      79
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon EOS Rebel T5 and Leica X and give them scores of 61 and 53 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      53

      Sensor

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Sensor Resolution - 18.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 63
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,500 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      POOR
      51
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      GOOD
      81
      •   0 EV Min AF Detection
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   1 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      POOR
      54
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      AVERAGE
      61
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon EOS Rebel T5

      Leica X

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 486 g (1.07 lb / 17.14 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots


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