Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF3

Here, we will be matching up the Leica TL2 and Panasonic GF3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The TL2 was released 6 years later than the GF3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TL2 grades against the GF3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica TL2 enjoys outer dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF3 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Analyze the Leica TL2 and Panasonic GF3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TL2 vs the GF3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL2 and GF3 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TL2 and GF3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TL2 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Leica TL2 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer TL2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.