Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF8

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF8, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and GF8 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor size.

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The TL2 was announced 18 months after the GF8 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the TL2 grades vs the GF8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica TL2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica TL2 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you should factor in 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 GF8 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Leica TL2 vs Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the TL2 versus the GF8.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TL2 and GF8 is 85 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL2 and GF8.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL2 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica TL2 will deliver more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern TL2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.