Leica SL2-S
Leica
46 Overall Score
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Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
Nikon
98 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Leica SL2-S
No customer feedback yet
Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
93 out of 100 high confidence 53 reviews
The Nikon Z9 is widely praised as a flagship mirrorless camera that delivers outstanding image quality, blazing-fast autofocus, and robust build quality. Enthusiasts and professionals alike appreciate its continuous firmware updates, which have added valuable features and refined performance. While some users note its substantial weight and learning curve, the overwhelming consensus is that it is one of the best cameras available, offering exceptional versatility and reliability.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus speed and accuracy
- Superb image quality and color
- Robust build and weather sealing
- Long battery life
- Continuous firmware updates
Cons
- Heavy and bulky body
- Steep learning curve
- High price point
- Requires new Z-mount lenses for full benefit
Autofocus performance 9
Build quality 7
Image quality 8
Firmware updates 5
Battery life 4
Weight and size 4
Scores
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Youtube
Product Photography
Travel
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Leica SL2-S | Nikon Z Z9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS-BSI | Stacked CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24 MP | 45.70000076293945 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 64★ |
| Processor | — | EXPEED 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | — | Phase Detection: 493 |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 9 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 25 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | — | 100 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | — | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.265 | ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | — | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✓★ |
| Articulating | — | ✓★ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 1.16 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 700 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓★ |
| USB | — | USB-C★ |
| HDMI | — | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Leica SL2-S
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong video (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong burst (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (78th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
- Below average social proof (31st percentile)
Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Leica SL2-S0.014score per dollar
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Nikon Z Z9 Black 20210.024score per dollar
Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z Z9
Scores 98 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 20 of 33 specs.
