Leica SL2 vs Nikon Z fc

On this page, we will be comparing the Leica SL2 versus Nikon Z fc, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SL2 (47MP) and Z fc (21MP) and the SL2 (Full frame) and Z fc (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The SL2 was unveiled 20 months prior to the Z fc which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SL2 scores versus the Z fc with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica SL2 and Nikon Z fc. The full galleries are provided at Leica SL2 Gallery and Nikon Z fc Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica SL2 enjoys physical measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z fc has sizing of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Look at the Leica SL2 versus Nikon Z fc in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SL2 and the Z fc.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL2 and Z fc is 57 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL2 and Z fc.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SL2 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Leica SL2 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 26MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older SL2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.