• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 47.3 megapixels
  • ISO 50 - 50,000
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 12,800

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Differences

Leica SL2 advantages over Fujifilm X-E4

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.78x vs 0.62x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • More pixels
    47.3 vs 26.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility

Fujifilm X-E4 advantages over Leica SL2

  • Less expensive
    $1049 vs $5895*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Slower slow-motion
    240 fps vs 180 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Lighter weight
    354g vs 928g
    Lighter weight
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

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
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • 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
  • 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 Nikon Z7

Leica SL2
Nikon Z7
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica SL2 vs Nikon Z7

Fujifilm X-E4
Nikon Z7
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Nikon Z7

Compared to Fujifilm X-A7

Leica SL2
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica SL2 vs Fujifilm X-A7

Fujifilm X-E4
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Internal flash

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Fujifilm X-A7

Compared to Leica M10-R

Leica SL2
Leica M10-R
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight

Compare Leica SL2 vs Leica M10-R

Fujifilm X-E4
Leica M10-R
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M10-R

Compared to Sony A1

Leica SL2
Sony A1
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display
  • $6498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica SL2 vs Sony A1

Fujifilm X-E4
Sony A1
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $6498
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony A1

Compared to Sony ZV-E10

Leica SL2
Sony ZV-E10
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor
  • $631
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica SL2 vs Sony ZV-E10

Fujifilm X-E4
Sony ZV-E10
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $631
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E10

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