Leica SL SL3 Reporter Olive Green 2024
Leica
80 Overall Score
vs
Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B 2023
Sony
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Leica SL SL3 Reporter Olive Green 2024
92 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The Leica SL3 Reporter is highly praised for its exceptional build quality and user-friendly interface. Reviewers note it feels smaller and lighter than the SL2, with improved ergonomics and faster autofocus. The camera is described as the best in class for handling and results, especially with M glass in studio settings. It is a mirrorless camera with weather sealing (IP54), not a DSLR.
Pros
- Leica build quality
- Smaller and lighter than SL2
- User-friendly interface with 3 dials
- Improved ergonomics
- Faster autofocus than SL2
Cons
- Limited review sample size
- No negative feedback reported
Build quality 3
Ergonomics and handling 3
User interface 2
Size and weight 2
Autofocus performance 2
Weather sealing 1
Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B 2023
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Wedding Events
Photography
Beginner
Sports Wildlife
Product Photography
Youtube
Video
Streaming
Vlogging
Travel
Specifications
| Leica SL SL3 Reporter | Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | BSI CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 60.29999923706055 MP | 61 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 50 | 50 |
| Processor | Maestro IV | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 315 | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 693 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 15 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 15 fps★ | 7 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K | 8K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.265, H.264, ProRes 422 HQ | S-Log3/S-Cinetone |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots | 9.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.77 kg | 0.72 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 260 shots | 440 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1★ | USB Type-C |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Leica SL SL3 Reporter Olive Green 2024
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong video (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average battery (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B 2023
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong video (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average social proof (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Leica SL SL3 Reporter Olive Green 20240.010score per dollar
vs
Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B 20230.026score per dollar
Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B 2023 offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B
Scores 86 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 5 of 33 specs.
