Leica SL Typ 601
A 24MP full-frame sensor without a low-pass filter and the Maestro II processor capture crisp, high-detail images, while the 4.4M-dot EVF and weather-sealed aluminum body deliver a rugged, precise handling experience. Internal DCI 4K recording with L-Log gamma and dual SD card slots add professional video and storage flexibility, though the fixed touchscreen limits vlogging angles. This camera is best for still photographers and studio pros who prioritize uncompromising build and image fidelity over fast hybrid shooting.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong evf (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong build (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong burst (69th percentile) 69th
Cons
- Below average af (5th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (14th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (33th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 7 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24 MP |
| ISO Range | 50 |
| Processor | Maestro II |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 49 |
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 49 |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 11 |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | No |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 24 |
| Log Profile | Yes |
| Codec | H.264 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 2.95" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| EVF Resolution | 4.40 M dots |
Build
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| USB | USB 3.0 Micro Type B |
vs Competition
| Spec | Leica SL Typ 601 | Sony a1 a1 II | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24MP full-frame | 50.1MP full-frame | 32.5MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 49 | 759 | 1053 | 425 | 493 | 315 |
| Burst FPS | 11 | 30 | 40 | 20 | 30 | 75 |
| Video | 4K @24fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 5K @120fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 658 | 609 | 579 | 1160 | 721 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leica SL Typ 601 | 4.9 | 94.9 | 88.6 | 69.3 | 52.4 | 44.4 | 44.9 | 56.1 | 14.2 | 61.4 | 60.7 | 33 |
| Sony a1 a1 II Compare | 95.7 | 98.5 | 96.7 | 90.6 | 99 | 67.9 | 92 | 99.4 | 64.1 | 93.4 | 96.8 | 99.5 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.5 | 87.8 | 94.7 | 92.8 | 89.3 | 58.5 | 96.5 | 98.9 | 93.4 | 93.4 | 89.6 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 88.1 | 95.6 | 89.4 | 85.1 | 95.3 | 97.4 | 96.9 | 83.6 | 83.7 | 93.4 | 92.4 | 93.6 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 90.6 | 89.4 | 99.6 | 96 | 99 | 64.5 | 97.3 | 83.6 | 97.8 | 93.4 | 92.4 | 84.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 84.5 | 87.8 | 97.6 | 95.1 | 97.3 | 56.1 | 89.3 | 83.6 | 93.4 | 93.4 | 77.6 | 96.1 |
Usage Scores
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