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Canon R3 vs Leica SL2-S

Portability
52 Imaging
77 Features
93 Overall
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Canon EOS R3 front
 
Leica SL2-S front
Portability
55 Imaging
76 Features
84 Overall
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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).
Take a look at the Canon R3 versus Leica SL2-S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
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
85
 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)
Photography Glossary
Sports Comparison
 Canon R3 as a Sports photography camera
 Leica SL2-S as a Sports photography camera
88
 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
85
 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