• APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 40.2 megapixels
  • ISO 125 - 12,800

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Differences

Leica TL2 advantages over Fujifilm X-T5

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.92 vs 3.04 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 63 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    399g vs 557g
    Lighter weight

Fujifilm X-T5 advantages over Leica TL2

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Higher-res screen
    613k vs 410k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • More pixels
    40.2 vs 24.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    3600 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster shutter
    1/180000 vs 1/40000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX500

Leica TL2
Samsung NX500
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • Faster RAW shooting
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Tiltable Screen
Fujifilm X-T5
Samsung NX500
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Canon EOS M3

Leica TL2
Canon EOS M3
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Fujifilm X-T5
Canon EOS M3
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • NFC

Compared to Sony A6500

Leica TL2
Sony A6500
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Thinner
  • Higher-res screen
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Fujifilm X-T5
Sony A6500
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • NFC

Compared to Leica TL

Leica TL2
Leica TL
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
Fujifilm X-T5
Leica TL
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Internal flash

Compared to Leica CL

Leica TL2
Leica CL
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
Fujifilm X-T5
Leica CL
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Top deck display
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