Leica TL2 vs Sony A6400
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Leica TL2 vs Sony A6400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Released July 2017
- Superseded the Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 102400)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 403g - 120 x 67 x 50mm
- Announced January 2019
Leica TL2 vs Sony A6400 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Leica TL2 and Sony A6400, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the TL2 (24MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TL2 was unveiled 18 months prior to the A6400 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the TL2 grades against the A6400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica TL2 vs Sony A6400 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL2 & Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are viewable at Leica TL2 Gallery & Sony A6400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Sony A6400
TL2 | A6400 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 922k | Crisper display (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A6400 over the Leica TL2
A6400 | TL2 | |||
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Announced | January 2019 | July 2017 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica TL2 and Sony A6400
TL2 | A6400 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Leica TL2 vs Sony A6400 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica TL2 enjoys outer measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony A6400 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).
Look at the Leica TL2 and Sony A6400 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TL2 and the A6400.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL2 and A6400 is 85 and 83 respectively.
Leica TL2 vs Sony A6400 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TL2 and A6400.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older TL2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica TL2 vs Sony A6400 Specifications
Leica TL2 | Sony Alpha a6400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica TL2 | Sony Alpha a6400 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-07-10 | 2019-01-15 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 32000 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Sony E |
Total lenses | 4 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/40000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Off, auto, on, slow sync, rear sync, redeye reduction, wireless, hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264, XAVC-S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399g (0.88 lb) | 403g (0.89 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 120 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 410 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick DUO (UHS-I compliant) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $2,195 | $898 |