X-T2vs Leica SL2
Fujifilm
X-T2 (2016)
Starting from £549 new
Best for Street, landscape, portrait & documentary
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Landscape, Portrait & Documentary — X-T2 (2016): The X-T2 put Fujifilm on the map as a serious system — first X-T with 4K, dual SD, weather sealing, and fast AF that won over photographers worldwide.
Commercial, Landscape, Video — Leica SL2 (2019): Leica's most capable system camera — excellent for photographers who want L-mount glass access.
Who should buy what
X-T2 (2016)
- Photographers wanting the Fujifilm X-T experience at a lower price than the X-T3/4/5
- Street and documentary photographers who want physical dials and weather sealing
- Landscape photographers who want dual card slots and a high-quality EVF
- Anyone entering the Fujifilm X-mount system on a budget
Leica SL2 (2019)
- Commercial photographers who want Leica quality with modern AF
- Filmmakers who want Leica glass with video capability
Quick take: The leica sl2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the x-t2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T2 (2016) | Leica SL2 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £4,200 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | Full-frame CMOS 35mm |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 47.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect hybrid AF (325 points), 0.08s AF speed, face detection | Contrast-detect AF, AI-based scene recognition |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical; 14fps with optional VPB-XT2 vertical grip | 20fps |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (NP-W126S); ~500 shots with optional vertical grip | 370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 507g (with battery and card) | 835g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 91.8 × 49.2mm | 146.0 × 107.0 × 80.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification | EVF 0.78× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch) | 3.2" fixed touchscreen, 2.10M-dot |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-Mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II (UHS-I in second slot) | 2× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T2 | Leica SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Architecture | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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