Fujifilm X-A10 vs Leica TL — Which Is Better?
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 16 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Fujifilm X-A10
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Leica · Mirrorless · 16 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Leica TL
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Fujifilm X-A10 and the Leica TL are both mirrorless cameras from 2016, each built around an APS-C sensor and aimed at everyday photography without a built-in viewfinder. The X-A10 is the lighter body at 331 g against 384 g, measuring 117 x 67 x 40 mm against 134 x 69 x 33 mm. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2016 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
December 1, 2016 | November 8, 2016 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 117 x 67 x 40 mm | 134 x 69 x 33 mm |
| Camera weight | 331 g | 384 g |
| Optics | 44/100 | 44/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsFujifilm's 49 autofocus points make the X-A10 the better choice for moving subjects such as children or pets, with far more freedom to place focus off-centre than the TL's single point. Its 6 fps burst against 5 fps adds a small edge for action. The TL counters with a wider native ISO span of 100 to 12500, against 200 to 6400, and the X-A10 expands to 25600. Resolution is shared at 16 MP on APS-C CMOS sensors, so both give the same pixel count for cropping and prints. Neither offers in-body stabilisation or a built-in viewfinder, and both share a 1/4000 second top shutter speed. Their lens mounts differ, Fujifilm X against Leica L, so each draws on its own native lens system. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
16 MP050 | 16 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
4896 x 3264 | 4928 x 3264 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
23.6 x 15.6 | 23.6 x 15.7 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
6 fps045 | 5 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Unspecified | Maestro II |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
20030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
64003003280000 | 125003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 125003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
490300 | 10300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
None | None |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | N/A |
| Video | 70/100 | 43/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe X-A10 is the stronger pick for casual video, doubling the TL's frame rate at Full HD with 60 fps against 30. That faster rate smooths handheld clips and allows 2x slow motion from 60 fps footage. Both cameras top out at Full HD resolution, so neither suits 4K work. The X-A10 additionally offers a built-in timelapse mode for clouds or crowds, while the TL records in MPEG-4 as well as MOV. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Full HD | Full HD |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 30 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | No |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MOV | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 70/100 | 72/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe X-A10's flipping screen suits selfies and waist-level or overhead framing, which the TL's fixed screen cannot match. The TL answers with the better display, a 3.7-inch TFT LCD with 1,230,000 dots against the X-A10's 3-inch, 1,040,000-dot panel. Both offer touch control, live view, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for sharing images to a phone. For lighting, the X-A10 carries a built-in flash for dim rooms, while the TL requires an external flash unit instead. Neither camera includes GPS or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | No |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
No |  Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3.7" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 12300001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | No |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 24/100 | 24/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryRated battery life is nearly identical, at 410 shots for the X-A10 against 400 for the TL. Both use a single SD, SDHC or SDXC card with no second slot, and neither charges its battery over USB. The X-A10's slot is UHS-I compatible, while the TL adds internal storage. Their batteries differ, NP-W126S for Fujifilm and BC-DC13 for Leica. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Internal |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | NP-W126S | BC-DC13 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
410 shots1505000 | 400 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
The Fujifilm X-A10 is the better buy for most everyday and family photographers. Its 49 autofocus points handle children and pets far more flexibly than the TL's single point, its flipping screen supports selfies and overhead shots, and its built-in flash covers dim interiors. Full HD video at 60 fps, plus a timelapse mode, adds versatility for holiday clips.
The Leica TL suits photographers who value its larger, more detailed 3.7-inch screen, its wider native ISO span from 100, or the Leica L lens system. For most buyers, though, the X-A10's advantages in focusing, framing, lighting and video make it the more practical choice.