Canon 5D MIII vs Leica SL

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon 5D MIII versus Leica SL, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the 5D MIII (22MP) and the SL (24MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

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The 5D MIII was brought out 4 years before the SL which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 5D MIII being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Leica SL being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 5D MIII scores against the SL in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D Mark III and Leica SL. The entire galleries are available at Canon 5D MIII Gallery and Leica SL Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D MIII provides external measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) while the Leica SL has dimensions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 5D MIII and the SL.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5D MIII and SL is 55 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D MIII and SL.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Leica SL to offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged 5D MIII is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.