Leica SL vs Nikon Z6

Lets look more closely at the Leica SL versus Nikon Z6, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the SL (24MP) and the Z6 (25MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The SL was brought out 3 years before the Z6 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SL grades vs the Z6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica SL & Nikon Z6. The entire galleries are available at Leica SL Gallery & Nikon Z6 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica SL has got physical dimensions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Nikon Z6 has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SL and the Z6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL and Z6 is 67 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL and Z6.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon Z6 to give more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older SL is going to be behind in sensor technology.