Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF5

Here is a detailed overview of the Leica TL2 and Panasonic GF5, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The TL2 was brought out 5 years later than the GF5 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the TL2 grades against the GF5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica TL2 enjoys external measurements 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 GF5 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica TL2 and Panasonic GF5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the TL2 and the GF5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL2 and GF5 is 85 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and GF5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL2 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Leica TL2 will provide greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer TL2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.