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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2

Portability
73
Imaging
71
Features
88
Overall
77
Fujifilm X-S10 front
 
Leica SL2 front
Portability
57
Imaging
80
Features
83
Overall
81

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-S10
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 465g - 126 x 85 x 65mm
  • Launched October 2020
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-S20
Leica SL2
(Full Review)
  • 47MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 50000
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 835g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
  • Revealed November 2019
  • Older Model is Leica SL
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 Overview

Here is a extended review of the Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and SL2 (47MP) and the Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) and SL2 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-S10 was revealed 12 months later than the SL2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S10 grades against the SL2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S10 over the Leica SL2

 Fujifilm X-S10 SL2 
RevealedOctober 2020November 2019Fresher by 12 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Leica SL2 over the Fujifilm X-S10

 SL2 Fujifilm X-S10 
Display size3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1040kCrisper display (+1060k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-S10 and Leica SL2

 Fujifilm X-S10 SL2 
Manual focus More exact focus
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-S10 comes with exterior dimensions of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Leica SL2 has sizing of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") with a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 compared to the SL2.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S10 and SL2 is 73 and 57 respectively.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S10 and SL2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-S10 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Leica SL2 will provide extra detail because of its extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-S10 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Portrait photography highlights
Leica SL2 Portrait photography highlights
82
focusing manually
sensor resolution is high (26 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
supports RAW files
88
focusing manually
resolution is great (47 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers face detection focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 as a Street photography camera
Leica SL2 as a Street photography camera
75
has image stabilization
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
has touch to focus
heavier than average (465g)
72
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
provides focus by touch
weather proofing
good high ISO (50,000)
no articulating screen
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Sports photography details
Leica SL2 Sports photography details
85
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
high fps (20.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization
sensor resolution is high (26 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
has phase detect AF
80
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/40,000s)
fast shooting (20.0 frames/s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
resolution is great (47MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proofing
terrible battery power (370 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Travel photography information
Leica SL2 Travel photography information
76
has bluetooth
has touch to focus
sensor resolution is high (26MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
heavier than average (465 grams)
65
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
provides focus by touch
resolution is great (47 megapixels)
terrible battery power (370 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Landscape photography factors
Leica SL2 Landscape photography factors
85
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization
sensor resolution is high (26MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW files
83
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
resolution is great (47MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
good high ISO (50,000)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
terrible battery power (370 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Vlogging advice
Leica SL2 Vlogging advice
77
display is selfie friendly
touch screen
has image stabilization
comes with face detect focusing
video res high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
has mic port
heavier than average (465g)
36
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detection focusing
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
does have external microphone jack
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Leica SL2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-S10 and Leica SL2
 Fujifilm X-S10Leica SL2
General Information
Company FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-S10 Leica SL2
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2020-10-15 2019-11-06
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Maestro III
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 47MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Full resolution 6240 x 4160 8368 x 5584
Max native ISO 12800 50000
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW photos
Minimum boosted ISO 80 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 425 225
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Leica L
Amount of lenses 54 30
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Range of display Fully articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 1,040k dot 2,100k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 5,760k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1800 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/40000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 20.0 frames/s 20.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m (at ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
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 PCM 4096 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 465g (1.03 lbs) 835g (1.84 lbs)
Physical dimensions 126 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 325 pictures 370 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Built-in
Battery model - BP-SCL4
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1)
Storage slots Single Two
Price at launch $999 $5,995