Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic FZ80

Lets look more closely at the Leica SL2-S versus Panasonic FZ80, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SL2-S (24MP) and FZ80 (18MP) and the SL2-S (Full frame) and FZ80 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The SL2-S was announced 3 years after the FZ80 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Leica SL2-S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SL2-S grades versus the FZ80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica SL2-S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The whole galleries are provided at Leica SL2-S Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica SL2-S enjoys outside measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ80 has sizing of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

Compare the Leica SL2-S versus Panasonic FZ80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SL2-S against the FZ80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL2-S and FZ80 is 55 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL2-S and FZ80.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SL2-S using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica SL2-S will resolve more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern SL2-S will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.