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Leica SL vs Sony A7 II

Portability
67
Imaging
72
Features
78
Overall
74
Leica SL front
 
Sony Alpha A7 II front
Portability
69
Imaging
71
Features
84
Overall
76

Leica SL vs Sony A7 II Key Specs

Leica SL
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 50000
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 847g - 147 x 104 x 39mm
  • Revealed October 2015
  • Alternative Name is Typ 601
  • Refreshed by Leica SL2
Sony A7 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
  • Launched November 2014
  • Earlier Model is Sony A7
  • Renewed by Sony A7 III
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Leica SL vs Sony A7 II Overview

Lets look much closer at the Leica SL vs Sony A7 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the SL (24MP) and the A7 II (24MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The SL was manufactured 12 months later than the A7 II which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SL scores vs the A7 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Sony A7 II

 SL A7 II 
LaunchedOctober 2015November 2014More recent by 12 months
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Leica SL

 A7 II SL 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1230k1040kCrisper display (+190k dot)

Common features in the Leica SL and Sony A7 II

 SL A7 II 
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Leica SL vs Sony A7 II Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Leica SL comes with external 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 Sony A7 II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica SL vs Sony A7 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SL against the A7 II.

Leica SL vs Sony A7 II size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL and A7 II is 67 and 69 respectively.

Leica SL vs Sony A7 II top view buttons comparison

Leica SL vs Sony A7 II Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL and A7 II.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SL will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Leica SL vs Sony A7 II sensor size comparison

Leica SL vs Sony A7 II Screen and ViewFinder

Leica SL vs Sony A7 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica SL Portrait photography advice
Sony A7 II Portrait photography advice
83
has manual focus
good MP (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
82
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Leica SL Street photography info
Sony A7 II Street photography info
69
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
boasts touch focus
weather sealing
above average high ISO (50,000)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
80
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
very good ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Leica SL Sports photography features
Sony A7 II Sports photography features
67
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
good MP (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking autofocus
weather sealing
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (400 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
74
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
has phase detect auto focus
low fps (5.0 frames per second)
bad battery life (350 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Leica SL Travel photography features
Sony A7 II Travel photography features
65
weather sealing
boasts touch focus
good MP (24 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (400 per charge)
does not have a selfie friendly display
61
environment sealing
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
bad battery life (350 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Leica SL Landscape photography factors
Sony A7 II Landscape photography factors
77
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
good MP (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
no low pass filter
above average high ISO (50,000)
supports RAW files
weather sealing
two card slots
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (400 per charge)
80
manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
bad battery life (350 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Leica SL
Vlogging with Sony A7 II
33
touchscreen enabled
offers face detection autofocus
high res video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
includes external mic socket
does not have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
36
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has mic port
screen is not selfie friendly
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Leica SL vs Sony A7 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica SL and Sony A7 II
 Leica SLSony Alpha A7 II
General Information
Manufacturer Leica Sony
Model type Leica SL Sony Alpha A7 II
Also called as Typ 601 -
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2015-10-21 2014-11-20
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Maestro II Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 35.8 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 855.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 50000 25600
Highest enhanced ISO - 51200
Minimum native ISO 50 100
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
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 49 117
Lens
Lens mount type Leica L Sony E
Total lenses 30 121
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 4,400k dot 2,359k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.71x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter speed 11.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 847 gr (1.87 pounds) 599 gr (1.32 pounds)
Dimensions 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 88 90
DXO Color Depth rating 25.0 24.9
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.4 13.6
DXO Low light rating 1821 2449
Other
Battery life 400 pictures 350 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-SCL4 NP-FW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse recording With downloadable app
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Dual One
Launch price $7,450 $1,456