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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL

Portability
67
Imaging
71
Features
92
Overall
79
Fujifilm X-T4 front
 
Leica SL front
Portability
67
Imaging
72
Features
78
Overall
74

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 607g - 135 x 93 x 64mm
  • Launched February 2020
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-T3
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T5
Leica SL
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Alternate Name is Typ 601
  • Later Model is Leica SL2
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-T4 and Leica SL, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T4 (26MP) and the SL (24MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-T4 (APS-C) and SL (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T4 was introduced 4 years later than the SL and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T4 scores against the SL when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T4 over the Leica SL

 Fujifilm X-T4 SL 
ReleasedFebruary 2020October 2015Fresher by 53 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1620k1040kClearer display (+580k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Fujifilm X-T4

 SL Fujifilm X-T4 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T4 and Leica SL

 Fujifilm X-T4 SL 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Display dimension3"3"Identical display dimensions
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T4 has outside dimensions of 135mm x 93mm x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 607 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Leica SL has dimensions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T4 and Leica SL in the all new Camera with 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 choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T4 and the SL.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T4 and SL is 67 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T4 and SL.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T4 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm X-T4 will offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T4 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Portrait photography factors
Leica SL Portrait photography factors
82
you can focus manually
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
saves RAW files
83
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 as a Street photography camera
Leica SL as a Street photography camera
74
screen articulates fully
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
provides touch to focus
environment sealing
more heavy than competition (607g)
69
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
supports touch focus
environment proofing
above average ISO range (50,000)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T4
Sports photography with Leica SL
85
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent mode (1/32,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count fantastic (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
environment sealing
better than average battery (500 CIPA)
comes with phase detect AF
67
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
lack of image stabilization
bad battery power (400 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Travel photography highlights
Leica SL Travel photography highlights
75
better than average battery (500 shots)
environment sealing
supports bluetooth
provides touch to focus
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
selfie friendly display
more heavy than competition (607 grams)
65
environment proofing
supports touch focus
good megapixels (24MP)
bad battery power (400 CIPA)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Landscape photography features
Leica SL Landscape photography features
85
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count fantastic (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
saves RAW files
environment sealing
better than average battery (500 shots)
2 card slots
77
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
above average ISO range (50,000)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
bad battery power (400 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Vlogging factors
Leica SL Vlogging factors
75
selfie friendly display
touch screen
image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detection focusing
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
does have external microphone support
more heavy than competition (607 grams)
33
touchscreen functionality
features face detection autofocus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
comes with external microphone socket
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Leica SL Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T4 and Leica SL
 Fujifilm X-T4Leica SL
General Information
Make FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X-T4 Leica SL
Also called as - Typ 601
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2020-02-24 2015-10-21
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Maestro II
Sensor type X-Trans CMOS 4 CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest resolution 6240 x 4160 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 12800 50000
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 160 50
RAW pictures
Lowest boosted ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 425 49
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Leica L
Number of lenses 54 30
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,620 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots 4,400 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.8x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shooting rate 15.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (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 607 gr (1.34 pounds) 847 gr (1.87 pounds)
Dimensions 135 x 93 x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 500 photographs 400 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - BP-SCL4
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1)
Card slots Dual Dual
Retail cost $1,700 $7,450