Canon M vs Leica TL
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Canon M vs Leica TL Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Introduced July 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Introduced November 2016
- Replacement is Leica TL2
Canon M vs Leica TL Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon M and Leica TL, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the TL (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe M was introduced 5 years earlier than the TL which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the M scores vs the TL with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon M vs Leica TL Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M and Leica TL. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M Gallery and Leica TL Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Leica TL
M | TL |
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Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Canon M
TL | M | |||
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Introduced | November 2016 | July 2012 | Newer by 52 months | |
Screen size | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Canon M and Leica TL
M | TL | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon M vs Leica TL Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon M comes with exterior dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Leica TL has specifications of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).
Compare the Canon M and Leica TL in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the M against the TL.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M and TL is 89 and 85 respectively.
Canon M vs Leica TL Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and TL.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon M to give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon M vs Leica TL Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon M vs Leica TL Specifications
Canon EOS M | Leica TL | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon EOS M | Leica TL |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-07-23 | 2016-11-08 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12500 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 4 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 lbs) | 384 gr (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 827 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 400 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | BP-DC13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $510 | $1,009 |