Canon M3 vs Leica TL
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Canon M3 vs Leica TL Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Announced February 2015
- Refreshed by Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Released November 2016
- Later Model is Leica TL2

Canon M3 vs Leica TL Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon M3 vs Leica TL, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Leica. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and TL (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The M3 was revealed 21 months earlier than the TL making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M3 scores against the TL when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M3 vs Leica TL Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M3 and Leica TL. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery and Leica TL Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Leica TL
M3 | TL | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Canon M3
TL | M3 | |||
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Released | November 2016 | ![]() | February 2015 | More recent by 21 months |
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer display (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Leica TL
M3 | TL | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon M3 vs Leica TL Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M3 offers outside measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Leica TL has measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).
Look at the Canon M3 vs Leica TL in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M3 compared to the TL.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M3 and TL is 85 and 85 respectively.

Canon M3 vs Leica TL Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M3 and TL.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon M3 to offer extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older M3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon M3 vs Leica TL Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M3 vs Leica TL Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Leica TL | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon EOS M3 | Leica TL |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2016-11-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12500 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 4 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.2fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 366 grams (0.81 lbs) | 384 grams (0.85 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1169 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | BP-DC13 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $481 | $1,009 |