Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G7
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Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2017
- Replaced the Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 125 x 86 x 77mm
- Introduced May 2015
- Succeeded the Panasonic G6
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G7 Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Leica TL2 versus Panasonic G7, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and G7 (16MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and G7 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe TL2 was brought out 2 years after the G7 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica TL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TL2 scores against the G7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica TL2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The entire galleries are available at Leica TL2 Gallery & Panasonic G7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Panasonic G7
TL2 | G7 | |||
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Introduced | July 2017 | May 2015 | Newer by 27 months | |
Display sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 1040k | Clearer display (+190k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G7 over the Leica TL2
G7 | TL2 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica TL2 and Panasonic G7
TL2 | G7 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G7 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica TL2 offers external measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has proportions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
See the Leica TL2 versus Panasonic G7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TL2 versus the G7.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL2 and G7 is 85 and 71 respectively.
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and G7.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TL2 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Leica TL2 will show extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher TL2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G7 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
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Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G7 Specifications
Leica TL2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica TL2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-07-10 | 2015-05-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 4 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/40000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 9.30 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 (30, 25, 24, 20fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399g (0.88 lb) | 410g (0.90 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 125 x 86 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 images | 350 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $2,195 | $800 |