Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II
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Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 50000
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 847g - 147 x 104 x 39mm
- Introduced October 2015
- Also referred to as Typ 601
- Replacement is Leica SL2
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced October 2020
- Older Model is Nikon Z6

Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the SL (24MP) and the Z6 II (25MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (Full frame).

The SL was introduced 6 years prior to the Z6 II and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SL matches up vs the Z6 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica SL and Nikon Z6 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Leica SL Gallery and Nikon Z6 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Nikon Z6 II
SL | Z6 II |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Leica SL
Z6 II | SL | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | ![]() | October 2015 | Fresher by 60 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+1060k dot) |
Common features in the Leica SL and Nikon Z6 II
SL | Z6 II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica SL comes with 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) while the Nikon Z6 II has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).
Analyze the Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SL compared to the Z6 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL and Z6 II is 67 and 61 respectively.

Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL and Z6 II.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon Z6 II to show greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older SL will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica SL vs Nikon Z6 II Specifications
Leica SL | Nikon Z6 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica SL | Nikon Z6 Mark II |
Also referred to as | Typ 601 | - |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2015-10-21 | 2020-10-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Maestro II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 25MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6048 x 4024 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 273 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Nikon Z |
Amount of lenses | 30 | 15 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 2,100 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 4,400 thousand dot | 3,690 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 14.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 847g (1.87 pounds) | 705g (1.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 88 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1821 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 410 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-SCL4 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) | CFexpress Type B / XQD |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Retail price | $7,450 | $1,997 |