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Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S

Portability
79 Imaging
70 Features
88 Overall
77
Canon EOS M50 Mark II front
 
Leica SL2-S front
Portability
55 Imaging
77 Features
84 Overall
79

Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S Key Specs

Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 387g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
  • Released October 2020
  • Superseded the Canon M50
Leica SL2-S
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 50000
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 931g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
  • Announced December 2020
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Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S Overview

Following is a extensive overview of the Canon M50 II and Leica SL2-S, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the M50 II (24MP) and the SL2-S (24MP) is very similar but the M50 II (APS-C) and SL2-S (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The M50 II was unveiled within a month of the SL2-S so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the M50 II grades versus the SL2-S for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon M50 II over the Leica SL2-S

		

		

			
 M50 II SL2-S 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen  Take selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Canon M50 II

		

		

			
 SL2-S M50 II 
Display dimensions3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1040kClearer display (+1060k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Canon M50 II and Leica SL2-S

		

		

			
 M50 II SL2-S 
AnnouncedOctober 2020December 2020Similar generation
Manually focus  More accurate focus
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S Physical Comparison

		

		

			
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M50 II enjoys outside measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") and a weight of 387 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Leica SL2-S has proportions of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M50 II and Leica SL2-S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the M50 II vs the SL2-S.
Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S size comparison
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M50 II and SL2-S is 79 and 55 respectively.
Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M50 II and SL2-S.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The M50 II uses the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher.
	
			Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Canon M50 II
Portrait photography with Leica SL2-S
82
 has manual focus
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is nice (APS-C)
 provides face detect autofocus
 exports RAW files
86
 you can focus manually
 decent megapixels (24MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 provides face detect focus
 exports RAW files
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Street Comparison
Canon M50 II Street photography details
Leica SL2-S Street photography details
84
 screen can move to multiple angles
 has image stabilization
 sensor size is nice (APS-C)
 exports RAW files
 supports touch to focus
 above average ISO range (25,600)
66
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 exports RAW files
 provides touch to focus
 environment proof
 great ISO range (50,000)
 no moving screen
 more heavy than competition in class (931g)
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Sports Comparison
Canon M50 II Sports photography factors
Leica SL2-S Sports photography factors
76
 has image stabilization
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is nice (APS-C)
 provides tracking focus
 supports phase detect autofocus
 low battery power (305 CIPA)
83
 great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 silent shutter (1/16,000s)
 max fps high (20.0 frames per second)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 decent megapixels (24MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 provides tracking focus
 environment proof
 good battery power (510 CIPA)
 no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Canon M50 II Travel photography factors
Leica SL2-S Travel photography factors
78
 has bluetooth
 supports touch to focus
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 has built in flash
 display is selfie friendly
 low battery power (305 shots)
65
 good battery power (510 per charge)
 environment proof
 connects via bluetooth
 provides touch to focus
 decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
 more heavy than competition in class (931 grams)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison
 Canon M50 II as a Landscape photography camera
 Leica SL2-S as a Landscape photography camera
80
 has manual focus
 change lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
 nice screen size (3")
 has image stabilization
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is nice (APS-C)
 above average ISO range (25,600)
 exports RAW files
 low battery power (305 shots)
86
 you can focus manually
 change lenses (Leica L mount)
 pretty good screen size (3.2 inches)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 no anti-alias filter
 great ISO range (50,000)
 exports RAW files
 environment proof
 good battery power (510 per charge)
 2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Canon M50 II
Vlogging with Leica SL2-S
85
 display is selfie friendly
 built-in touchscreen
 has image stabilization
 provides face detect autofocus
 high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
 comes with mic socket
32
 touchscreen capability
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 provides face detect focus
 video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
 does have microphone support
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 more heavy than competition in class (931 grams)
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Canon M50 II vs Leica SL2-S Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M50 II and Leica SL2-S
 Canon EOS M50 Mark IILeica SL2-S
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Leica
Model Canon EOS M50 Mark II Leica SL2-S
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2020-10-14 2020-12-10
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 3:2
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 25600 50000
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support    
Min boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Touch to focus    
Continuous autofocus    
Single autofocus    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Number of focus points 143 225
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF-M Leica L
Total lenses 23 36
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dots 2,100 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 5,760 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 1800 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Highest silent shutter speed - 1/16000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames/s 20.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash settings - no built-in flash
External flash    
Auto exposure bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Highest flash synchronize - 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 20 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 20 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 3840x2160 4096x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB Yes USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS Yes None
Physical
Environmental sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 387 grams (0.85 lb) 931 grams (2.05 lb)
Physical dimensions 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 305 pictures 510 pictures
Battery style Built-in Battery Pack
Battery model - BP-SCL4
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1)
Card slots One 2
Launch pricing $599 $4,895