Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
Leica
83 Overall Score
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Nikon Z Z7 II
Nikon
79 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
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Nikon Z Z7 II
82 out of 100 high confidence 129 reviews
The Nikon Z7 II is widely praised for its exceptional image quality, high resolution, and dynamic range, making it a favorite for landscape and portrait photographers. Many users appreciate the lighter weight and compact size compared to DSLRs like the D850, though some note the autofocus lags behind competitors and can struggle with fast-moving subjects. Battery life is a common concern, but USB-C charging and power banks offer a workaround. Overall, it is seen as a great value for high-resolution mirrorless photography, especially at its current price point.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality and resolution
- Great dynamic range
- Lighter and more compact than DSLRs
- Excellent for landscape and portrait photography
- Good low-light performance
Cons
- Autofocus lags behind competitors
- Struggles with fast-moving subjects
- Battery life is limited
- Expensive CFexpress cards required
- Ergonomics issues with cable release and dials
Image quality 35
Autofocus performance 20
Weight and size 18
Battery life 12
Ergonomics 10
Value for money 8
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Specifications
| Leica SL SL2 | Nikon Z Z7 II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 47.29999923706055 MP★ | 45.70000076293945 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 64★ |
| Processor | Maestro III | EXPEED 6 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 225 | Phase Detection: 493 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 fps | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 20 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/40000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | MOV, MP4 | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✗ | ✓★ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | 3.6M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.83 kg | 0.61 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 370 shots | 400 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB Type-C (USB 3.1) | USB-C★ |
| HDMI | HDMI | Micro HDMI★ |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Nikon Z Z7 II
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average social proof (16th percentile)16th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Leica SL SL2
Scores 83 overall, wins 5 of 10 usage categories and 3 of 33 specs.
