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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3

Portability
55 Imaging
76 Features
84 Overall
79
Leica SL2-S front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 front
Portability
66 Imaging
52 Features
80 Overall
63

Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 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 GH3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 550g - 133 x 93 x 82mm
  • Released September 2012
  • Old Model is Panasonic GH2
  • Renewed by Panasonic GH4
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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 Overview

Following is a thorough analysis of the Leica SL2-S versus Panasonic GH3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Leica and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SL2-S (24MP) and GH3 (16MP) and the SL2-S (Full frame) and GH3 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The SL2-S was introduced 8 years after the GH3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SL2-S grades vs the GH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Panasonic GH3

		

		

			
 SL2-S GH3 
ReleasedDecember 2020September 2012More modern by 101 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k614kSharper display (+1486k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH3 over the Leica SL2-S

		

		

			
 GH3 SL2-S 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen  Easy selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Leica SL2-S and Panasonic GH3

		

		

			
 SL2-S GH3 
Manually focus  Very exact focus
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica SL2-S comes with physical dimensions of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Panasonic GH3 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Compare the Leica SL2-S versus Panasonic GH3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SL2-S vs the GH3.
Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 size comparison
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL2-S and GH3 is 55 and 66 respectively.
Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SL2-S and GH3.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SL2-S using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica SL2-S will provide extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent SL2-S is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
	
			Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Leica SL2-S as a Portrait photography camera
 Panasonic GH3 as a Portrait photography camera
85
 you can focus manually
 good  resolution (24 megapixels)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 includes face detect focus
 exports RAW formats
71
 you can focus manually
 megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
 sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
 has face detection focus
 supports RAW files
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Street Comparison
Street photography with Leica SL2-S
Street photography with Panasonic GH3
66
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 exports RAW formats
 comes with focus via touch
 environment proof
 great high ISO (50,000)
 no moving screen
 more heavy than average in class (931g)
65
 screen articulates fully
 sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
 supports RAW files
 supports touch focus
 weather proof
 does not have image stabilization
 heavier than competitors in class (550 grams)
Photography Glossary
Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Leica SL2-S
Sports photography with Panasonic GH3
83
 high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 quiet mode (1/16,000s)
 fast shooting (20.0 frames/s)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 good  resolution (24MP)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 includes tracking focus
 environment proof
 good battery power (510 per charge)
 no phase detect auto focus
63
 high max frames per second (20.0 frames per second)
 megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
 sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
 has tracking autofocus
 weather proof
 better than average battery pack (540 CIPA)
 does not have image stabilization
 lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Leica SL2-S Travel photography info
Panasonic GH3 Travel photography info
65
 good battery power (510 shots)
 environment proof
 connects via bluetooth
 comes with focus via touch
 good  resolution (24MP)
 more heavy than average in class (931 grams)
 display is not selfie friendly
71
 better than average battery pack (540 shots)
 weather proof
 supports touch focus
 megapixel count decent (16MP)
 built-in flash
 screen is selfie friendly
 heavier than competitors in class (550 grams)
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Landscape Comparison
 Leica SL2-S as a Landscape photography camera
 Panasonic GH3 as a Landscape photography camera
85
 you can focus manually
 interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
 nice screen size (3.2")
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 good  resolution (24 megapixels)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 no anti-alias filter
 great high ISO (50,000)
 exports RAW formats
 environment proof
 good battery power (510 CIPA)
 2 card slots
71
 you can focus manually
 change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
 screen size is good (3 inch)
 megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
 sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
 supports RAW files
 weather proof
 better than average battery pack (540 per charge)
 does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison
Leica SL2-S Vlogging factors
Panasonic GH3 Vlogging factors
32
 touchscreen functionality
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
 includes face detect focus
 high video quality (4096 x 2160 pixels)
 does have microphone support
 display is not selfie friendly
 more heavy than average in class (931g)
65
 screen is selfie friendly
 touchscreen
 has face detection focus
 video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 comes with external mic support
 does not have image stabilization
 heavier than competitors in class (550 grams)
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Leica SL2-S vs Panasonic GH3 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Leica SL2-S and Panasonic GH3
 Leica SL2-SPanasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
General Information
Make Leica Panasonic
Model Leica SL2-S Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
Category Pro Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-12-10 2012-09-17
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine VII FHD
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 50000 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW pictures    
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Selective autofocus    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detection focus    
Contract detection focus    
Phase detection focus    
Number of focus points 225 23
Lens
Lens mount Leica L Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 36 107
Crop factor 1 2.1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 3.2" 3"
Screen resolution 2,100 thousand dots 614 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Screen technology - OLED Monitor with static touch control
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dots 1,744 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.67x
Features
Min shutter speed 1800s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/16000s -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0fps 20.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range no built-in flash 12.00 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Max flash synchronize 1/250s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
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 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 24 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Mic support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 931 grams (2.05 lbs) 550 grams (1.21 lbs)
Dimensions 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") 133 x 93 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 71
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.4
DXO Low light score not tested 812
Other
Battery life 510 pictures 540 pictures
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BP-SCL4 -
Self timer Yes (12 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images))
Time lapse recording    
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 2 1
Pricing at release $4,895 $799