Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the TL (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was revealed 3 years earlier than the TL and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades vs the TL when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 & Leica TL. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Leica TL Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 has got physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Leica TL has sizing of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the TL.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and TL is 87 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and TL.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.