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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL

Portability
76
Imaging
67
Features
79
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T2 front
 
Leica SL front
Portability
67
Imaging
71
Features
78
Overall
73

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Revealed July 2016
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T1
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-T3
Leica SL
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 50000
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 847g - 147 x 104 x 39mm
  • Released October 2015
  • Also Known as Typ 601
  • Replacement is Leica SL2
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL Overview

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Leica SL, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the SL (24MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and SL (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was launched 9 months later than the SL which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores vs the SL in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Leica SL

 Fujifilm X-T2 SL 
ReleasedJuly 2016October 2015Fresher by 9 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen size3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Fujifilm X-T2

 SL Fujifilm X-T2 
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Leica SL

 Fujifilm X-T2 SL 
Manual focus More exact focusing
Screen resolution1040k1040kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T2 provides physical measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Leica SL has proportions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Leica SL in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 and the SL.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T2 and SL is 76 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T2 and SL.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T2 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult. The younger Fujifilm X-T2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 as a Portrait photography camera
Leica SL as a Portrait photography camera
80
has manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
82
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Street photography details
Leica SL Street photography details
75
screen tilts
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
69
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
offers touch focus
environment proof
above average ISO range (50,000)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 as a Sports photography camera
Leica SL as a Sports photography camera
72
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proof
comes with phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery pack (340 CIPA)
66
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment proof
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery pack (400 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Travel photography factors
Leica SL Travel photography factors
63
environment proof
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (340 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly display
65
environment proof
offers touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
terrible battery pack (400 shots)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 as a Landscape photography camera
Leica SL as a Landscape photography camera
75
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inches)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
environment proof
2 card slots
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery pack (340 per charge)
76
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
above average ISO range (50,000)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
two card slots
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery pack (400 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Vlogging details
Leica SL Vlogging details
33
comes with face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have external microphone support
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
33
touchscreen
has face detect autofocus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes microphone socket
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Leica SL Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T2 and Leica SL
 Fujifilm X-T2Leica SL
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X-T2 Leica SL
Also Known as - Typ 601
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-07-07 2015-10-21
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor Pro2 Maestro II
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 12800 50000
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 50
RAW files
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 325 49
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Leica L
Total lenses 54 30
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3.2" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 4,400 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.8x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 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 distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) 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 data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 507 gr (1.12 pounds) 847 gr (1.87 pounds)
Physical dimensions 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 88
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 25.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 1821
Other
Battery life 340 photographs 400 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S BP-SCL4
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1)
Card slots Two Two
Cost at release $1,600 $7,450