Canon R6 vs Leica SL2
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Canon R6 vs Leica SL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Revealed July 2020
- Refreshed by Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 835g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
- Launched November 2019
- Succeeded the Leica SL
Canon R6 vs Leica SL2 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon R6 and Leica SL2, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the R6 (20MP) and SL2 (47MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe R6 was released 9 months later than the SL2 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the R6 scores versus the SL2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon R6 vs Leica SL2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R6 & Leica SL2. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R6 Gallery & Leica SL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Leica SL2
R6 | SL2 | |||
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Launched | July 2020 | November 2019 | Fresher by 9 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Leica SL2 over the Canon R6
SL2 | R6 | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1620k | Crisper display (+480k dot) |
Common features in the Canon R6 and Leica SL2
R6 | SL2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Canon R6 vs Leica SL2 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon R6 provides physical measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Leica SL2 has measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") having a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs).
Examine the Canon R6 and Leica SL2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the R6 compared to the SL2.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R6 and SL2 is 61 and 57 respectively.
Canon R6 vs Leica SL2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 and SL2.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Leica SL2 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer R6 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon R6 vs Leica SL2 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 | Leica SL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon EOS R6 | Leica SL2 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-07-09 | 2019-11-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic X | Maestro III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 47 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 8368 x 5584 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 50000 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 6072 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon RF | Leica L |
Total lenses | 17 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 1800 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/40000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lb) | 835 grams (1.84 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photos | 370 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery ID | LP-E6NH | BP-SCL4 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Launch cost | $2,499 | $5,995 |