Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G85

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G85, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and G85 (16MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and G85 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizing.

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The TL2 was manufactured 10 months later than the G85 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica TL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TL2 matches up vs the G85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica TL2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica TL2 Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica TL2 offers outside dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G85 has proportions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Contrast the Leica TL2 vs Panasonic G85 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TL2 against the G85.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL2 and G85 is 85 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL2 and G85.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TL2 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Leica TL2 will offer more detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher TL2 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.