Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H
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![Leica SL2-S front Leica SL2-S front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-SL2-S/Leica-SL2-S-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1H/Panasonic-S1H-front.jpg)
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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Released December 2020
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Announced August 2019
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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Overview
The following is a extended assessment of the Leica SL2-S versus Panasonic S1H, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SL2-S (24MP) and the S1H (24MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).
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The SL2-S was announced 16 months after the S1H making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SL2-S matches up versus the S1H in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica SL2-S and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. The whole galleries are provided at Leica SL2-S Gallery and Panasonic S1H Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Panasonic S1H
SL2-S | S1H | |||
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Announced | December 2020 | ![]() | August 2019 | Newer by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Leica SL2-S
S1H | SL2-S | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 2330k | ![]() | 2100k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica SL2-S and Panasonic S1H
SL2-S | S1H | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Identical display dimensions |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica SL2-S has exterior measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1H has sizing of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).
Check out the Leica SL2-S versus Panasonic S1H in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SL2-S versus the S1H.
![Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H size comparison Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-SL2-S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1H-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL2-S and S1H is 55 and 52 respectively.
![Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H top view buttons comparison Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-SL2-S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1H-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SL2-S and S1H.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger SL2-S will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H sensor size comparison Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-SL2-S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1H-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-SL2-S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1H-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 SL2-S vs Panasonic S1H Specifications
Leica SL2-S | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica SL2-S | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-12-10 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 36 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dots | 2,330k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1800 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/320 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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 | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 5952x3988 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 931 grams (2.05 lbs) | 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 510 pictures | 400 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | - |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Price at launch | $4,895 | $3,998 |