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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL

Portability
80
Imaging
69
Features
76
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T100 front
 
Leica SL front
Portability
67
Imaging
72
Features
78
Overall
74

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T100
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 448g - 121 x 83 x 47mm
  • Introduced May 2018
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-T200
Leica SL
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 50000
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 847g - 147 x 104 x 39mm
  • Revealed October 2015
  • Alternative Name is Typ 601
  • Updated by Leica SL2
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and the SL (24MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and SL (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was unveiled 2 years later than the SL and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-T100 matches up against the SL in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T100 over the Leica SL

 Fujifilm X-T100 SL 
RevealedMay 2018October 2015More recent by 32 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Fujifilm X-T100

 SL Fujifilm X-T100 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T100 and Leica SL

 Fujifilm X-T100 SL 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Display resolution1040k1040kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T100 has exterior dimensions of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Leica SL has sizing of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 compared to the SL.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T100 and SL is 80 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T100 and SL.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T100 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The newer Fujifilm X-T100 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Portrait photography information
Leica SL Portrait photography information
81
you can focus manually
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection focus
delivers RAW files
83
focusing manually
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Street photography factors
Leica SL Street photography factors
72
screen tilts up and down
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
includes touch to focus
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than others (448 grams)
69
sensor size is great (Full frame)
exports RAW files
boasts focus by touch
weather proofing
good high ISO (50,000)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T100
Sports photography with Leica SL
72
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
good battery life (430 CIPA)
has phase detect auto focus
max fps low (6.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
67
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
weather proofing
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery power (400 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Travel photography details
Leica SL Travel photography details
74
good battery life (430 CIPA)
has bluetooth
includes touch to focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
more heavy than others (448g)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
65
weather proofing
boasts focus by touch
MP count decent (24MP)
terrible battery power (400 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Landscape photography details
Leica SL Landscape photography details
79
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3")
decent MP (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (430 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
77
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
good high ISO (50,000)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery power (400 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 as a Vlogging camera
Leica SL as a Vlogging camera
34
touchscreen functionality
has face detection focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has external microphone socket
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than others (448 grams)
33
touchscreen enabled
features face detection autofocus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
includes external microphone jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T100 and Leica SL
 Fujifilm X-T100Leica SL
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-T100 Leica SL
Other name - Typ 601
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2018-05-24 2015-10-21
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Maestro II
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 12800 50000
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 50
RAW data
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 91 49
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Leica L
Number of lenses 54 30
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 4,400k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.8x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting speed 6.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 15p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 4096x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 448 grams (0.99 pounds) 847 grams (1.87 pounds)
Physical dimensions 121 x 83 x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 88
DXO Color Depth score not tested 25.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 1821
Other
Battery life 430 photos 400 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S BP-SCL4
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, smile, buddy, group, face) Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1)
Storage slots Single 2
Pricing at launch $499 $7,450