Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 vs Leica TL2

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      Specifications

      General Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      BrandPanasonicLeica
      ModelLumix DMC-GF1TL2
      Predecessor ModelLeica TL
      Successor ModelPanasonic Lumix DMC-GF2
      MSRP$1950 (body only)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor SizeMicro Four ThirdsAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions17.3 x 13 mm23.6 x 15.7 mm
      Total Pixels13 Megapixel24.96 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels12 Megapixel24.6 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 3,200100 - 50,000
      Photo Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      ProcessorVenus Engine HD
      Max Image Resolution4000 x 30006016 x 4014
      Other Resolutions4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1504 x 15046000 x 4000, 4272 x 2856, 3024 x 2016
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:93:2
      Image File FormatDNG, JPEG
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, StandardSuperfine, fine
      Bit Depth12-bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Halogen, Flash, White Set 1, White Set 2, Color TemperaturePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Halogen, Shade, Tungsten, White Balance Adjustment
      WB Bracketing3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis
      Focus Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points23225
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Lens MountMicro Four ThirdsLeica TL
      Crop Factor2x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angleTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.7"
      Screen Resolution460k dot1,300k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      ViewfinderElectronic (Optional)Electronic (optional)
      Shutter Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Min Shutter Speed60 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/40000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting3.0 fps7.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferMechanical Shutter
      Up to 9 fps at 24.6 MP for up to Unlimited 78 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited 100 Frames (JPEG)
      Up to 5 fps at 24.6 MP for up to Unlimited 29 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
      Up to 2 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
      Electronic Shutter
      Up to 25 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
      Flash Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Auto
      auto w/redeye reduction
      on
      on w/redeye reduction
      slow sync
      slow sync w/redeye reduction
      Flash Range6.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/160 sec1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemPanasonic FL SeriesTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe
      Exposure Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAuto, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, SceneAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±2 EV (3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV increments) ±3 EV (3 shots at 1/3 EV increments)
      DXO Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      DxO Low Light ISO513
      DxO Color Depth21.2
      DxO Dynamic Range10.3
      DxO Overall Score54
      Video Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Internal Recording ModesYes
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsAVCHD LiteMPEG-4
      Max Video Resolution1280 x 7203840 x 2160
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
      DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      4:2:0 8-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/180 fps
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min
      Terminals Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Type C Micro
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneMonoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional DMW-RSL1 via smartphone
      Environmental Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
      Storage TemperatureOperating Temperature: 32-104°F/0-40°C
      Physical Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Dimensions119 x 71 x 36 mm (4.69 x 2.8 x 1.43")134 x 69 x 33 mm (5.28 x 2.72 x 1.3")
      Weight (inc. batteries)385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz)399 g (0.88 lb / 14.07 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)9.3 x 6.1 x 4.9"8.7 x 8.65 x 6.4"
      Package Weight3.55 lb4.645 lb
      Power and Storage Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Battery PackBP-DC13
      Battery Life380 shots250 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage32 GB
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/MMCSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
      Other Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Leica TL2
      Self Timer 2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 images
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionAluminum, Magnesium Alloy


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