• APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 12,800

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Differences

Leica TL2 advantages over Fujifilm X-A5

  • Slower slow-motion
    120 fps vs 100 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    20.0 fps vs 5.8 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    20.0 fps vs 5.7 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode

Fujifilm X-A5 advantages over Leica TL2

  • Less expensive
    $499 vs $2495*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • 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
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 450 vs 250 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • 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
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

  • Impressive overall image quality; Excellent high ISO performance; Very good dynamic range from RAW files; Full HD video at 60 fps; Good battery life.

  • Slower-than-average AF speed; 4K video capped at 15fps; Very slow startup to first shot time with new power-zoom kit lens; Sluggish single-shot cycle times.

  • Read our Fujifilm X-A5 Review

The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX500

Leica TL2
Samsung NX500
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • Faster RAW shooting
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500

Fujifilm X-A5
Samsung NX500
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX500

Compared to Fujifilm X-A3

Leica TL2
Fujifilm X-A3
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica TL2 vs Fujifilm X-A3

Fujifilm X-A5
Fujifilm X-A3
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-A3

Compared to Leica TL

Leica TL2
Leica TL
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Leica TL2 vs Leica TL

Fujifilm X-A5
Leica TL
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Leica TL

Compared to Canon EOS M6

Leica TL2
Canon EOS M6
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $399
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica TL2 vs Canon EOS M6

Fujifilm X-A5
Canon EOS M6
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $399
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • NFC

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Canon EOS M6

Compared to Leica CL

Leica TL2
Leica CL
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica TL2 vs Leica CL

Fujifilm X-A5
Leica CL
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Top deck display

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Leica CL

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