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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Leica CL front
Portability
82
Imaging
69
Features
58
Overall
64

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Introduced September 2017
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E4
Leica CL
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 50000
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
  • Released November 2017
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL Overview

The following is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Leica CL, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the CL (24MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was introduced 2 months before the CL which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up vs the CL in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Leica CL

 Fujifilm X-E3 CL 
Manual focus Very accurate focus

Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Fujifilm X-E3

 CL Fujifilm X-E3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Leica CL

 Fujifilm X-E3 CL 
ReleasedSeptember 2017November 2017Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display sizing
Display resolution1040k1040kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 enjoys outside dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Leica CL has proportions of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Leica CL in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 and the CL.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and CL is 85 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and CL.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Portrait photography factors
Leica CL Portrait photography factors
80
manual focus
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers face detect focus
saves RAW files
73
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
manual focus not available
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Street photography details
Leica CL Street photography details
72
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
boasts touch focus
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
73
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
supports touch to focus
very good high ISO (50,000)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography highlights
Leica CL Sports photography highlights
75
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
63
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/25,000 seconds)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have image stabilization
bad battery life (220 shots)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography factors
Leica CL Travel photography factors
77
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch focus
resolution is good (24MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
66
supports touch to focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
bad battery life (220 per charge)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Landscape photography features
Leica CL Landscape photography features
79
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
69
change lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
very good high ISO (50,000)
delivers RAW files
manual focus not available
does not have image stabilization
bad battery life (220 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Vlogging camera
Leica CL as a Vlogging camera
37
touchscreen capability
offers face detect focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes microphone jack
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
33
screen is touchscreen
comes with face detect focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
missing mic port
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica CL Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Leica CL
 Fujifilm X-E3Leica CL
General Information
Company FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Leica CL
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2017-09-07 2017-11-21
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor III Maestro II
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III 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 24MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6014 x 4014
Max native ISO 12800 50000
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 325 49
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Leica L
Available lenses 54 30
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 2,360k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.74x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/25000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 14.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337g (0.74 lbs) 403g (0.89 lbs)
Physical dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 shots 220 shots
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S BP-DC12
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots One One
Launch price $700 $3,799