Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S
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![Leica SL front Leica SL front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-SL/Leica-SL-front.jpg)
![Leica SL2-S front Leica SL2-S front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-SL2-S/Leica-SL2-S-front.jpg)
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77 Features
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Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 50000
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 847g - 147 x 104 x 39mm
- Released October 2015
- Additionally Known as Typ 601
- Newer Model is Leica SL2
(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
- Introduced December 2020
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Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Leica SL and Leica SL2-S, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and both are created by Leica. The image resolution of the SL (24MP) and the SL2-S (24MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (Full frame).
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The SL was brought out 6 years prior to the SL2-S which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SL matches up against the SL2-S for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica SL and Leica SL2-S. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica SL Gallery and Leica SL2-S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Leica SL2-S
SL | SL2-S |
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Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Leica SL
SL2-S | SL | |||
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Introduced | December 2020 | ![]() | October 2015 | Newer by 62 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer display (+1060k dot) |
Common features in the Leica SL and Leica SL2-S
SL | SL2-S | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica SL has got physical measurements of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Leica SL2-S has sizing of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs).
Examine the Leica SL and Leica SL2-S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SL against the SL2-S.
![Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S size comparison Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-SL-vs-Leica-SL2-S-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SL and SL2-S is 67 and 55 respectively.
![Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S top view buttons comparison Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-SL-vs-Leica-SL2-S-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SL and SL2-S.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SL is going to be behind in sensor technology.
![Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S sensor size comparison Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-SL-vs-Leica-SL2-S-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-SL-vs-Leica-SL2-S-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica SL vs Leica SL2-S Specifications
Leica SL | Leica SL2-S | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica SL | Leica SL2-S |
Also called as | Typ 601 | - |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-10-21 | 2020-12-10 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Maestro II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 50000 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Leica L |
Total lenses | 30 | 36 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 4,400k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 1800s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set 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 | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p) | 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 | 4096x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 847 grams (1.87 lb) | 931 grams (2.05 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") | 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 88 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1821 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 510 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | BP-SCL4 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Pricing at release | $7,450 | $4,895 |