• APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 40.2 megapixels
  • ISO 125 - 12,800

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Differences

Leica CL advantages over Fujifilm X-T5

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.92 vs 3.04 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Thinner
    45 mm vs 63 mm
    Thinner

Fujifilm X-T5 advantages over Leica CL

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • More telephoto lens reach
    122 mm vs 27 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • More dots on screen
    1840k vs 1040k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    40.2 vs 24.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Wider angle kit lens
    24 mm vs 27 mm
    Capture more of the scene with the included lens
  • Longer exposure
    3600 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    20.0 fps vs 10.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/180000 vs 1/25000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX500

Leica CL
Samsung NX500
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Top deck display
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • NFC
Fujifilm X-T5
Samsung NX500
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm X-Pro2

Leica CL
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
Fujifilm X-T5
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compared to Sony A6500

Leica CL
Sony A6500
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Top deck display
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Fujifilm X-T5
Sony A6500
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • NFC

Compared to Leica TL2

Leica CL
Leica TL2
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
Fujifilm X-T5
Leica TL2
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compared to Fujifilm X-Pro3

Leica CL
Fujifilm X-Pro3
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • More viewfinder magnification
  • $1799
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Fujifilm X-T5
Fujifilm X-Pro3
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1799
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Top deck display
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