Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Leica TL2

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Leica TL2, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and TL2 (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was introduced 23 months prior to the TL2 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica TL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR matches up versus the TL2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Leica TL2. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Leica TL2 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR features outside dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Leica TL2 has dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus the TL2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and TL2 is 79 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and TL2.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Leica TL2 to offer you extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 IR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.