Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL2
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released November 2013
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2017
- Earlier Model is Leica TL

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL2 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Leica TL2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and TL2 (24MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the TL2 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores vs the TL2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 & Leica TL2. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Leica TL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Leica TL2
Fujifilm X-A1 | TL2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Fujifilm X-A1
TL2 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2017 | ![]() | November 2013 | More recent by 43 months |
Screen sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+310k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Leica TL2
Fujifilm X-A1 | TL2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL2 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A1 features 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) whilst the Leica TL2 has specifications of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-A1 and Leica TL2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the TL2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and TL2 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and TL2.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Leica TL2 to deliver more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica TL2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Leica TL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A1 | Leica TL2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-11-30 | 2017-07-10 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6016 x 4014 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 50000 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Available lenses | 54 | 4 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/40000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lb) | 399 grams (0.88 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 250 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BP-DC13 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $329 | $2,195 |