Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Released August 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Launched November 2016
- Newer Model is Leica TL2

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus Leica TL, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the TL (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was unveiled 15 months prior to the TL which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica TL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR scores versus the TL with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Leica TL. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Leica TL Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Leica TL
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | TL | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR
TL | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |||
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Launched | November 2016 | ![]() | August 2015 | More modern by 15 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+190k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Leica TL
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | TL | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has got physical dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Leica TL has sizing of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus Leica TL in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR against the TL.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and TL is 79 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and TL.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files although you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 IR will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Leica TL | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Leica TL |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-08-03 | 2016-11-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12500 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Total lenses | 54 | 4 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO 100) | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 440 gr (0.97 lbs) | 384 gr (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 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 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BP-DC13 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,299 | $1,009 |