• APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000
  • 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Leica TL2 advantages over Sony A9 II

  • Less expensive
    $2495 vs $4498
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 77 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    399g vs 678g
    Lighter weight
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos

Sony A9 II advantages over Leica TL2

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • 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
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 vs 3.92 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • 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
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 690 vs 250 shots
    Capture more photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    6 years vs 8 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • 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
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    361 vs 29 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 50000 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

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

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • 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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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
Sony A9 II
Samsung NX500
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner

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
Sony A9 II
Canon EOS M3
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash

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
Sony A9 II
Leica TL
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Internal flash
  • Thinner

Compared to Sony A9

Leica TL2
Sony A9
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $2995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Sony A9 II
Sony A9
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • Newer
  • $2995
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Leica TL2
Nikon Z6 II
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight
  • $1822
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Sony A9 II
Nikon Z6 II
  • $4498
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • Longer video battery life
  • $1822
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Top deck display
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