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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
63
Overall
60
Fujifilm X-M1 front
 
Leica TL front
Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
58
Overall
59

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL Key Specs

Fujifilm X-M1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Revealed September 2013
Leica TL
(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
  • Revealed November 2016
  • Replacement is Leica TL2
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Leica TL, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the TL (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was launched 4 years prior to the TL and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up versus the TL in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Leica TL

 Fujifilm X-M1 TL 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Fujifilm X-M1

 TL Fujifilm X-M1 
RevealedNovember 2016September 2013Fresher by 38 months
Display dimensions3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1230k920kClearer display (+310k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Leica TL

 Fujifilm X-M1 TL 
Manually focus More exact focusing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 enjoys outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Leica TL has proportions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Leica TL in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 compared to the TL.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and TL is 87 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and TL.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm X-M1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Portrait photography advice
Leica TL Portrait photography advice
74
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect focus
exports RAW files
76
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Street photography details
Leica TL Street photography details
76
screen tilts up and down
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
70
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
features focus via touch
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Sports photography details
Leica TL Sports photography details
54
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking focus
max fps low (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
55
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Travel photography info
Leica TL Travel photography info
66
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
70
features focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
flash built-in
no Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
Leica TL as a Landscape photography camera
70
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse mode
70
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
big screen (3.7 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Vlogging features
Leica TL Vlogging features
31
has face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have microphone jack
33
has touchscreen
offers face detection focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
no external microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica TL Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-M1 and Leica TL
 Fujifilm X-M1Leica TL
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X-M1 Leica TL
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2013-09-17 2016-11-08
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest resolution 4896 x 3264 4928 x 3264
Highest native ISO 6400 12500
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 49 -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Leica L
Amount of lenses 54 4
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3.7"
Screen resolution 920k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech 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
Continuous shooting speed 6.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (ISO200m) 4.50 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 330g (0.73 pounds) 384g (0.85 pounds)
Physical 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 photos 400 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 BP-DC13
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $399 $1,009