Leica SL2-S vs Sony A7R
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Leica SL2-S vs Sony A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 931g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
- Launched December 2020
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Successor is Sony A7R II
Leica SL2-S vs Sony A7R Overview
Below is a complete review of the Leica SL2-S and Sony A7R, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SL2-S (24MP) and A7R (36MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe SL2-S was manufactured 6 years later than the A7R and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SL2-S matches up versus the A7R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica SL2-S vs Sony A7R Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica SL2-S & Sony Alpha A7R. The entire galleries are provided at Leica SL2-S Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica SL2-S over the Sony A7R
SL2-S | A7R | |||
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Revealed | December 2020 | February 2014 | More recent by 84 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1230k | Sharper screen (+870k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Leica SL2-S
A7R | SL2-S | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Leica SL2-S and Sony A7R
SL2-S | A7R | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Leica SL2-S vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica SL2-S has got outside measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") along with a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica SL2-S and Sony A7R in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SL2-S compared to the A7R.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SL2-S and A7R is 55 and 78 respectively.
Leica SL2-S vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL2-S and A7R.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony A7R to show more detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer SL2-S should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica SL2-S vs Sony A7R Specifications
Leica SL2-S | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica SL2-S | Sony Alpha A7R |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-12-10 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7360 x 4912 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 36 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1800s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 931g (2.05 lbs) | 465g (1.03 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 95 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 510 pictures | 340 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | 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 | Two | One |
Retail price | $4,895 | $1,898 |