Leica TL vs Panasonic GX9

Let's take a closer look at the Leica TL and Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TL (16MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is very close but the TL (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The TL was brought out 15 months earlier than the GX9 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TL grades against the GX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The entire galleries are available at Leica TL Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica TL has got physical measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TL versus the GX9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL and GX9 is 85 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TL and GX9.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TL because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic GX9 will render extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged TL will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.