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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2

Portability
82
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-T30 II front
 
Leica SL2 front
Portability
57
Imaging
80
Features
83
Overall
81

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
  • Announced September 2021
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-T30
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 Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 835g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
  • Launched November 2019
  • Previous Model is Leica SL
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 Overview

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Leica SL2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and SL2 (47MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and SL2 (Full frame) use different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was launched 23 months after the SL2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II scores versus the SL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Leica SL2

 Fujifilm X-T30 II SL2 
LaunchedSeptember 2021November 2019Newer by 23 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Leica SL2 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II

 SL2 Fujifilm X-T30 II 
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k1040kClearer screen (+1060k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Leica SL2

 Fujifilm X-T30 II SL2 
Manual focus More precise focusing
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II provides outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Leica SL2 has specifications of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") along with a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Leica SL2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and the SL2.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and SL2 is 82 and 57 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and SL2.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Leica SL2 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T30 II provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II as a Portrait photography camera
Leica SL2 as a Portrait photography camera
83
manual focus
fantastic megapixels (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
supports RAW files
88
has manual focus
excellent MP (47MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Street photography info
Leica SL2 Street photography info
79
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
includes focus via touch
lack of image stabilization
72
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
offers focus via touch
environment proofing
great high ISO (50,000)
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II as a Sports photography camera
Leica SL2 as a Sports photography camera
79
silent mode (1/32,000s)
high max fps (30.0 fps)
fantastic megapixels (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
good battery pack (380 shots)
has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
80
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/40,000s)
fast shooting (20.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
excellent MP (47MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
not so great battery pack (370 shots)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T30 II
Travel photography with Leica SL2
80
good battery pack (380 CIPA)
supports bluetooth
includes focus via touch
fantastic megapixels (26 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
65
environment proofing
has bluetooth
offers focus via touch
excellent MP (47MP)
not so great battery pack (370 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Landscape photography highlights
Leica SL2 Landscape photography highlights
81
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
fantastic megapixels (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
supports RAW files
good battery pack (380 shots)
lack of image stabilization
83
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
excellent MP (47 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
great high ISO (50,000)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
2 card slots
not so great battery pack (370 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T30 II
Vlogging with Leica SL2
36
has touchscreen
offers face detection focus
high res video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
has external microphone jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
36
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detect focusing
high res video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic support
screen is not selfie friendly
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Leica SL2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Leica SL2
 Fujifilm X-T30 IILeica SL2
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X-T30 II Leica SL2
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2021-09-02 2019-11-06
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Maestro III
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixels 47 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 6240 x 4160 8368 x 5584
Maximum native ISO 12800 50000
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO 80 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
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 425 225
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Leica L
Available lenses 62 30
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3.2"
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder 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 900s 1800s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/40000s
Continuous shutter rate 30.0 frames per sec 20.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, 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
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 383 gr (0.84 lb) 835 gr (1.84 lb)
Dimensions 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 380 shots 370 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Built-in
Battery ID NP-W126S BP-SCL4
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1)
Card slots One Dual
Launch cost $900 $5,995