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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL

Portability
86
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-E4 front
 
Leica CL front
Portability
82
Imaging
68
Features
58
Overall
64

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
  • Revealed January 2021
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-E3
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
  • Launched November 2017
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and the CL (24MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E4 was introduced 3 years later than the CL and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E4 grades versus the CL in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Leica CL

 Fujifilm X-E4 CL 
LaunchedJanuary 2021November 2017Fresher by 39 months
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1620k1040kCrisper display (+580k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Fujifilm X-E4

 CL Fujifilm X-E4 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Leica CL

 Fujifilm X-E4 CL 
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E4 has got external dimensions of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") having a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Leica CL has specifications of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 vs the CL.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E4 and CL is 86 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E4 and CL.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-E4 to provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Portrait photography highlights
Leica CL Portrait photography highlights
83
focusing manually
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
72
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
lack of manual focus
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Street photography information
Leica CL Street photography information
80
screen tilts
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
comes with focus via touch
lack of image stabilization
73
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
boasts focus by touch
great ISO range (50,000)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Sports photography highlights
Leica CL Sports photography highlights
79
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
max fps high (20.0 frames per second)
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
better than average battery life (380 per charge)
comes with phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
62
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/25,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
no image stabilization
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Travel photography camera
Leica CL as a Travel photography camera
88
better than average battery life (380 CIPA)
supports bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
megapixel count fantastic (26 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
66
boasts focus by touch
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
not so great battery pack (220 CIPA)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Landscape photography factors
Leica CL Landscape photography factors
81
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
megapixel count fantastic (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
delivers RAW files
better than average battery life (380 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
68
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
great ISO range (50,000)
supports RAW files
lack of manual focus
no image stabilization
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Vlogging info
Leica CL Vlogging info
82
selfie friendly display
built-in touchscreen
supports face detect focusing
high quality video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
does have microphone socket
lack of image stabilization
33
touchscreen enabled
features face detection autofocus
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
does not have external mic support
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica CL Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E4 and Leica CL
 Fujifilm X-E4Leica CL
General Information
Company FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-E4 Leica CL
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2021-01-27 2017-11-21
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Maestro II
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 6014 x 4014
Max native ISO 12800 50000
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 160 100
RAW files
Lowest enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 425 49
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Leica L
Amount of lenses 58 30
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 1,620k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.74x
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/25000s
Continuous shutter rate 20.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 4096x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 364 gr (0.80 lb) 403 gr (0.89 lb)
Physical dimensions 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") 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 380 photos 220 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S BP-DC12
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported)
Card slots One One
Cost at release $849 $3,799