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Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S

Portability
52
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84
Canon EOS R3 front
 
Leica SL2-S front
Portability
55
Imaging
77
Features
84
Overall
79

Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S Key Specs

Canon R3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 6000 x 3164 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
  • Revealed September 2021
Leica SL2-S
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 50000
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 931g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
  • Launched December 2020
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Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Canon R3 versus Leica SL2-S, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Leica. The resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the SL2-S (24MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The R3 was introduced 10 months after the SL2-S which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R3 matches up vs the SL2-S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Leica SL2-S

 R3 SL2-S 
LaunchedSeptember 2021December 2020More modern by 10 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution4150k2100kSharper screen (+2050k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Canon R3

 SL2-S R3 

Common features in the Canon R3 and Leica SL2-S

 R3 SL2-S 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen dimension3.2"3.2"Identical screen measurements
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon R3 has got exterior dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Leica SL2-S has specifications of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") along with a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the R3 vs the SL2-S.

Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the R3 and SL2-S is 52 and 55 respectively.

Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S top view buttons comparison

Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R3 and SL2-S.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more modern R3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S sensor size comparison

Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R3 Portrait photography factors
Leica SL2-S Portrait photography factors
86
focusing manually
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers face detection focusing
saves RAW formats
86
focusing manually
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detection focus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon R3
Street photography with Leica SL2-S
70
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
features touch focus
environment proof
great high ISO (102,400)
more heavy than competitors in class (1,015 grams)
66
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
boasts touch focus
weather proofing
great high ISO (50,000)
no moving screen
heavier than competitors in class (931g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon R3 as a Sports photography camera
Leica SL2-S as a Sports photography camera
89
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/64,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers tracking autofocus
environment proof
better than average battery (760 shots)
supports phase detect AF
83
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
max frames per second high (20.0 frames per second)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proofing
better than average battery life (510 shots)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon R3
Travel photography with Leica SL2-S
70
better than average battery (760 per charge)
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
features touch focus
decent MP (24MP)
screen is selfie friendly
more heavy than competitors in class (1,015 grams)
65
better than average battery life (510 per charge)
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch focus
decent megapixels (24MP)
heavier than competitors in class (931 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R3 Landscape photography information
Leica SL2-S Landscape photography information
86
focusing manually
swap lenses (Canon RF mount)
screen is a decent size (3.2 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
great high ISO (102,400)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
better than average battery (760 shots)
2 card slots
86
focusing manually
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
no low pass filter
great high ISO (50,000)
delivers RAW files
weather proofing
better than average battery life (510 CIPA)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R3 Vlogging advice
Leica SL2-S Vlogging advice
70
screen is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detection focusing
video res high (6000 x 3164 resolution)
comes with external microphone support
more heavy than competitors in class (1,015 grams)
32
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detection focus
good video quality (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes external mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
heavier than competitors in class (931 grams)
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Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R3 and Leica SL2-S
 Canon EOS R3Leica SL2-S
General Information
Company Canon Leica
Model Canon EOS R3 Leica SL2-S
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2021-09-14 2020-12-10
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type Stacked CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 102400 50000
Highest enhanced ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 1053 225
Lens
Lens mount Canon RF Leica L
Amount of lenses 27 36
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.2 inches 3.2 inches
Resolution of screen 4,150 thousand dots 2,100 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dots 5,760 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 1800 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/64000 secs 1/16000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 12.0fps 20.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 6000x3164 (60p/​50p/​30p/​24p/​23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/​60p/​30p/​24p/​23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/​60p/​30p/​23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/​30p/​23.98p) 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
Highest video resolution 6000x3164 4096x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS Yes None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1015g (2.24 lb) 931g (2.05 lb)
Dimensions 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 96 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 25.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 14.7 not tested
DXO Low light score 4086 not tested
Other
Battery life 760 pictures 510 pictures
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E19 BP-SCL4
Self timer Yes Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1)
Card slots Dual Dual
Price at release $6,000 $4,895