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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10

Portability
55
Imaging
75
Features
84
Overall
78
Leica SL2-S front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 front
Portability
72
Imaging
46
Features
47
Overall
46

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 Key Specs

Leica SL2-S
(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
  • Introduced December 2020
Panasonic G10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
  • Launched August 2010
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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SL2-S (24MP) and G10 (12MP) and the SL2-S (Full frame) and G10 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SL2-S was revealed 10 years after the G10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SL2-S scores against the G10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Panasonic G10

 SL2-S G10 
LaunchedDecember 2020August 2010More modern by 126 months
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k460kClearer display (+1640k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Leica SL2-S

 G10 SL2-S 

Common features in the Leica SL2-S and Panasonic G10

 SL2-S G10 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica SL2-S comes with exterior measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") with a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Panasonic G10 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SL2-S vs the G10.

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SL2-S and G10 is 55 and 72 respectively.

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 top view buttons comparison

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL2-S and G10.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SL2-S with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica SL2-S will result in greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger SL2-S is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 sensor size comparison

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica SL2-S Portrait photography information
Panasonic G10 Portrait photography information
85
has manual focus
resolution is good (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
features face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
59
focusing manually
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
features face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Leica SL2-S as a Street photography camera
Panasonic G10 as a Street photography camera
66
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
comes with touch focus
environment proofing
good high ISO (50,000)
screen does not articulate
more heavy than others (931g)
58
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica SL2-S Sports photography advice
Panasonic G10 Sports photography advice
82
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/16,000s)
high fps (20.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
resolution is good (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
good battery life (510 per charge)
has no phase detect auto focus
44
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
good battery life (380 shots)
max frames per second low (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica SL2-S Travel photography factors
Panasonic G10 Travel photography factors
65
good battery life (510 shots)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
comes with touch focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
more heavy than others (931 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
54
good battery life (380 per charge)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica SL2-S
Landscape photography with Panasonic G10
85
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
resolution is good (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
does not have low pass filter
good high ISO (50,000)
delivers RAW formats
environment proofing
good battery life (510 shots)
has dual storage slots
58
focusing manually
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (380 shots)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica SL2-S Vlogging information
Panasonic G10 Vlogging information
32
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
features face detection focus
high res video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
does have external microphone jack
display is not selfie friendly
more heavy than others (931 grams)
23
features face detect focusing
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone support
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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic G10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica SL2-S and Panasonic G10
 Leica SL2-SPanasonic Lumix DMC-G10
General Information
Brand Name Leica Panasonic
Model type Leica SL2-S Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10
Class Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-12-10 2010-08-09
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine HD II
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 50000 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
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 -
Lens
Lens support Leica L Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 36 107
Focal length multiplier 1 2.1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.2 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 2,100k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dots 202k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.52x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1800s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/16000s -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 11.00 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 931 gr (2.05 lb) 388 gr (0.86 lb)
Dimensions 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 52
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.2
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 411
Other
Battery life 510 photos 380 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-SCL4 -
Self timer Yes (12 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Two 1
Launch price $4,895 $550