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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2

Portability
80
Imaging
68
Features
76
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T100 front
 
Leica SL2 front
Portability
57
Imaging
79
Features
83
Overall
80

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T100
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 448g - 121 x 83 x 47mm
  • Launched May 2018
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-T200
Leica SL2
(Full Review)
  • 47MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 50000
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 835g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
  • Announced November 2019
  • Earlier Model is Leica SL
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 Overview

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Leica SL2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and SL2 (47MP) and the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and SL2 (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was introduced 17 months before the SL2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-T100 scores against the SL2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T100 over the Leica SL2

 Fujifilm X-T100 SL2 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Leica SL2 over the Fujifilm X-T100

 SL2 Fujifilm X-T100 
AnnouncedNovember 2019May 2018More recent by 17 months
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k1040kCrisper screen (+1060k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T100 and Leica SL2

 Fujifilm X-T100 SL2 
Manually focus More exact focus
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T100 enjoys exterior measurements of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Leica SL2 has specifications of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") having a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Leica SL2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 against the SL2.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T100 and SL2 is 80 and 57 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T100 and SL2.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T100 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Leica SL2 will offer you more detail using its extra 23MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Portrait photography information
Leica SL2 Portrait photography information
80
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
87
focusing manually
great resolution (47 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Street photography advice
Leica SL2 Street photography advice
72
screen tilts
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
offers focus via touch
no image stabilization
more heavy than average in class (448 grams)
72
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
supports focus via touch
environment proof
great high ISO (50,000)
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Sports photography advice
Leica SL2 Sports photography advice
71
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
great battery (430 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect AF
max frames per second very slow (6.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
79
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/40,000 seconds)
high frames per second (20.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
great resolution (47 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
not so great battery pack (370 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Travel photography advice
Leica SL2 Travel photography advice
74
great battery (430 shots)
connects via bluetooth
offers focus via touch
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
more heavy than average in class (448g)
display is not selfie friendly
65
environment proof
supports bluetooth
supports focus via touch
great resolution (47MP)
not so great battery pack (370 shots)
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 as a Landscape photography camera
Leica SL2 as a Landscape photography camera
78
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
great battery (430 shots)
no image stabilization
83
focusing manually
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
great resolution (47 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
does not have anti-alias filter
great high ISO (50,000)
supports RAW files
environment proof
2 card slots
not so great battery pack (370 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T100
Vlogging with Leica SL2
34
touchscreen functionality
includes face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes microphone port
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
more heavy than average in class (448g)
35
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detect autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic support
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Leica SL2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T100 and Leica SL2
 Fujifilm X-T100Leica SL2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-T100 Leica SL2
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2018-05-24 2019-11-06
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Maestro III
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 47 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 8368 x 5584
Max native ISO 12800 50000
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 91 225
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Leica L
Total lenses 54 30
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of display 1,040k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 5,760k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.78x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 1800 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/40000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames per sec 20.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 15p, 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 3840x2160 4096x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 448 grams (0.99 pounds) 835 grams (1.84 pounds)
Dimensions 121 x 83 x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 430 images 370 images
Battery style Battery Pack Built-in
Battery model NP-W126S BP-SCL4
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, smile, buddy, group, face) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/ SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1)
Card slots One Dual
Retail cost $499 $5,995