Leica T (Typ 701) vs Canon SL2

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Leica T (Typ 701) vs Canon SL2

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APS-C 370.5mm²
16.3 megapixels
ISO 100 - 12,500

Go in depth with our full Leica T (Typ 701) Review.

APS-C 332.3mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

Go in depth with our full Canon SL2 Review.
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What’s the bottom line? Read our Canon SL2 conclusion.

Succeeded by the Leica TL
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Succeeded by the Canon SL3
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Differences

Leica T (Typ 701) advantages over Canon SL2

Larger sensor
APS-C vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 4.77 vs 3.72 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Thinner
33 mm vs 69 mm
Thinner
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos

Canon SL2 advantages over Leica T (Typ 701)

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs none
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
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
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

650 vs 400 shots
Capture more photos
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Newer
7 years vs 10 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
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 pixels
24.2 vs 16.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
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
Bigger JPEG buffer
22 vs 12 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Higher extended ISO
51200 vs 12500 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
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
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

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Higher resolution and better image quality than SL1; Much improved dynamic range; Excellent Dual Pixel CMOS AF; Compact body with improved ergonomics; Articulating touchscreen; Full HD movies up to 60p; Better battery life.
Shallow buffer depth with RAW files; Dynamic range and high ISO performance still not as good as leading competitors; No 4K video option; OVF only offers 9 AF points.
Read our Canon SL2 Review

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-M1

Leica T (Typ 701)

Fujifilm X-M1

$2800
APS-C

Touchscreen
Higher-res screen

$993
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

Compare Leica T (Typ 701) vs Fujifilm X-M1

Canon SL2

Fujifilm X-M1

$549
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

$993
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

Compare Canon SL2 vs Fujifilm X-M1

Compared to Samsung NX3000

Leica T (Typ 701)

Samsung NX3000

$2800
APS-C

Touchscreen
Internal flash

$950
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica T (Typ 701) vs Samsung NX3000

Canon SL2

Samsung NX3000

$549
APS-C

Lens selection
Tilt-swivel screen

$950
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Canon SL2 vs Samsung NX3000

Compared to Leica TL

Leica T (Typ 701)

Leica TL

$2800
APS-C

$1350
APS-C

Compare Leica T (Typ 701) vs Leica TL

Canon SL2

Leica TL

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$1350
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Canon SL2 vs Leica TL

Compared to Nikon D3500

Leica T (Typ 701)

Nikon D3500

$2800
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Touchscreen

$623
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
Built-in Bluetooth

Compare Leica T (Typ 701) vs Nikon D3500

Canon SL2

Nikon D3500

$549
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Touchscreen

$623
APS-C

Larger sensor
Fast startup

Compare Canon SL2 vs Nikon D3500

Compared to Canon SL3

Leica T (Typ 701)

Canon SL3

$2800
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$632
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Leica T (Typ 701) vs Canon SL3

Canon SL2

Canon SL3

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
NFC

$632
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Longer stills battery life

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