Leica has officially announced TL2, a APS-C mirrorless camera with 24MP sensor. It’s a small, yet durable and powerful camera, created from a single block of aluminum. It shoots 20fps with an electronic shutter, as well as UHD 4K video at 30fps. With the ISO 50,000, the camera has excellent low light capabilities as well. Let’s take a look at more details and full specs.
Leica TL2 contains a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor. Paired with Leica’s Maestro II processor, it provides sharp and clear images even at high ISO. And while we’re at the ISO value, it ranges between 100 and 50,000 providing you clear and sharp images even in low light conditions.
The focusing system is contrast-detect AF system, with 49 points. It’s been improved to be faster and more accurate, to give you well-focused photos even in burst mode. You can shoot at 20 fps shooting speed with electronic shutter, but it also boasts a maximum shutter speed of 1/40,000 second. With the mechanical shutter, you can shoot at 7 fps and a max shutter speed of 1/4000 second.
When it comes to shooting video, Leica TL2 is capable of shooting UHD 4K at 30 fps. It can also record full HD with a max frame rate of 60 fps and HD, which can do slow motion at 120 fps. Additionally, this camera comes with built-in Wi-Fi connectivity and a 3.7″ LCD monitor.
Take a look at are the full specs:
| Imaging | |
| Lens Mount | Leica L |
| Camera Format | APS-C (1.5x Crop Factor) |
| Pixels | Actual: 24.96 Megapixel Effective: 24.24 Megapixel |
| Max Resolution | 24 MP: 6016 x 4014 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 23.6 x 15.7 mm |
| File Formats | Still Images: DNG, JPEG Movies: MP4 |
| Memory Card Type | SDXC SDHC SD |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| AV Recording | |
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC |
| Video Format | 3840 x 2160p at 30 fps 1920 x 1080p at 60 fps 1280 x 720p at 60, 120 fps |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Video Clip Length | Up to 29 Minutes |
| Audio Recording | Built-In Mic: With Video (Stereo) |
| Focus Control | |
| Focus Type | Auto & Manual |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S), Touch AF & Shutter |
| Autofocus Points | Contrast Detection: 49 |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
| Viewfinder Type | None |
| Display Screen | 3.7″ Touchscreen LCD (1,300,000) |
| Screen Coverage | 100% |
| Exposure Control | |
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100-50000 |
| Shutter | Type: Electronic Speed: 30 – 1/40000 Second Type: Mechanical Speed: 30 – 1/4000 Second |
| Remote Control | Leica App (Optional) |
| Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average Metering, Multi-Zone Metering, Spot Metering |
| Exposure Modes | Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Programmed Auto, Shutter Priority Compensation: -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV Steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Halogen, Manual, Shade |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 20 fps at 24 MP for up to 29 frames Up to 7 fps at 24 MP for up to 29 frames |
| Flash | |
| Built-in Flash | No |
| Max Sync Speed | Mechanical Shutter:1 / 180 Second |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Performance | |
| Start-up Time | 0.6 seconds |
| Self Timer | 12 Seconds, 2 Seconds |
| Internal Memory | 32GB |
| Connectivity | HDMI D (Micro), USB Type-C |
| Wi-Fi Capable | Yes |
| Power | |
| Battery | 1 x BP-DC13 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 7.2 VDC, 985 mAh |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.3 x 2.7 x 1.3″ / 134.0 x 69.0 x 33.0 mm |
| Weight | 12.52 oz / 355 g without battery |
Leica TL2 is now available for preorders at the price of $1,950.00 for body only, and you can get it in black and silver color.
