Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF2
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Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF2 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
- Released July 2017
- Previous Model is Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF1
- Replacement is Panasonic GF3
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Leica TL2 versus Panasonic GF2, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and GF2 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe TL2 was unveiled 6 years after the GF2 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TL2 grades vs the GF2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The full galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Panasonic GF2
TL2 | GF2 | |||
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Revealed | July 2017 | February 2011 | Newer by 78 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 460k | Clearer screen (+770k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Leica TL2
GF2 | TL2 |
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Common features in the Leica TL2 and Panasonic GF2
TL2 | GF2 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica TL2 enjoys external dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica TL2 versus Panasonic GF2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TL2 and the GF2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and GF2 is 85 and 88 respectively.
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TL2 and GF2.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TL2 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica TL2 will produce greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger TL2 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Leica TL2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica TL2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-07-10 | 2011-02-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 4 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/40000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399 grams (0.88 lbs) | 310 grams (0.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $2,195 | $330 |