Leica has just officially announced the new Leica TL2 APS-C mirrorless camera today. It features a brand new 24MP APS-C sensor, brings up to 20 fps continuous shooting (in e-shutter mode), along with UHD 4K/30p video capture. It also gains a Type-C USB 3.0 connector and HDMI output. Leica TL2 also support UHS-II memory cards. The US price for Leica TL2 is $1,950, now available for pre-order at B&H Photo Video, Adorama.
Features:
- 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
- Leica Maestro II Image Processor
- UHD 4K30 and Full HD 1080p60 Video
- Up to 20 fps Shooting and ISO 50000
- 3.7″ 1.3m-Dot Touchscreen LCD Monitor
- 49-Point Contrast-Detect AF System
- Electronic Shutter Function: 1/40000 Sec
- MyCamera Menu; Faster Touch Controls
- 32GB Memory and UHS-II SD Card Slot
- Integrated Wi-Fi and USB 3.0 Type-C Port
Specs:
| Price | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $1950 (body only) |
| Body type | |
| Body type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Body material | Aluminum |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 6016 x 4014 |
| Other resolutions | 6000 x 4000, 4272 x 2856, 3024 x 2016 |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2 |
| Effective pixels | 24 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 25 megapixels |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Color filter array | Primary color filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 100-50000 |
| White balance presets | 5 |
| Custom white balance | Yes (2 slots) |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Superfine, fine |
| File format |
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| Optics & Focus | |
| Autofocus |
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| Autofocus assist lamp | Yes |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Number of focus points | 49 |
| Lens mount | Leica L |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3.7″ |
| Screen dots | 1,230,000 |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed (electronic) | 1/40000 sec |
| Exposure modes |
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| Scene modes |
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| Built-in flash | No |
| External flash | Yes |
| Flash X sync speed | 1/180 sec |
| Continuous drive | 7.0 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| AE Bracketing | ±3 (3 frames at 1/3 EV steps) |
| Videography features | |
| Format | MPEG-4 |
| Modes |
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| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage included | 32GB |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes |
| Microphone port | No |
| Headphone port | No |
| Wireless | Built-In |
| Wireless notes | 802.11b/g/n |
| Remote control | Yes (via smartphone) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | BP-DC13 lithium-ion battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 250 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 399 g (0.88 lb / 14.07 oz) |
| Dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33 mm (5.28 x 2.72 x 1.3″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| GPS | Optional |
| GPS notes | requires EVF |