Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony NEX-7 and Leica CL side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony NEX-7 has external dimensions of 120 x 67 x 43 mm (4.72 x 2.64 x 1.69″) and weighs 400 g (0.88 lb / 14.11 oz) (including batteries). Leica CL has external dimensions of 131 x 78 x 45 mm (5.16 x 3.07 x 1.77″) and weighs 403 g (0.89 lb / 14.22 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony NEX-7 and the Leica CL. Sony NEX-7 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 11mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Leica CL.
Comparison image of the Sony NEX-7 and the Leica CL Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony NEX-7 and Leica CL.
Comparison image of the Sony NEX-7 and the Leica CL Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony NEX-7 and Leica CL.
Top View Comparison image of the Sony NEX-7 and the Leica CL Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony NEX-7 is 3g lighter than the Leica CL but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Sony NEX-7 and Leica CL have the same APS-C sized sensor, their lenses for a similar focal length and aperture will be similar in size and weight.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Alpha NEX-7 nor Leica CL provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony NEX-7 and Leica CL's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony NEX-7 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Leica CL has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to NEX-7.
