Leica SL2
The 47.3MP full-frame sensor and Maestro III processor deliver detailed stills with a broad dynamic range, housed in a robust, all-metal weather-sealed body. Its 5.76M-dot EyeRes EVF and refined three-button control layout provide a direct, distraction-free shooting experience. This camera is best for studio and landscape photographers who prioritize optical purity and build integrity over fast-action tracking.
Type mirrorless
Weight 106 g
13 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
- Below average build (1st percentile)
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)
- Below average video (25th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Build
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.2 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | Leica SL2 | Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Nikon Z Z9 | Fujifilm X-H2 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | OM System OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 26MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 759 | 493 | 425 | 779 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 120 | 30 | 15 | 75 | 120 |
| Video | - | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 106 | 646 | 1160 | 579 | 575 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leica SL2 | 38.2 | 39.9 | 0.5 | 34 | 24.7 | 32.8 | 47 | 29.5 | 17.1 | 10.8 | 35.8 |
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 Compare | 97 | 87.7 | 95.6 | 99.6 | 92.2 | 95.4 | 96.7 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 16.9 | 89.1 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 93.6 | 92 | 99.4 | 95.4 | 98.8 | 70.8 | 98.1 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 8.7 | 89.1 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 92.4 | 96.9 | 94.6 | 82.4 | 95.4 | 98.9 | 97.8 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 23.8 | 95.9 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.8 | 94.5 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.8 | 91.9 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 21.9 | 89.1 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.8 | 99.8 | 91.5 | 99.6 | 85.1 | 51.6 | 96 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17.5 | 99.6 |
Usage Scores
- Overall13
- Video13.3
- Travel11.4
- Youtube11
- Beginner10.1
- Vlogging9
- Streaming12
- Photography13.6
- Wedding Events12.4
- Sports Wildlife16
- Product Photography13.7
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