Leica SL2 vs Sony A7 IV

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Leica SL2 vs Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Leica and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SL2 (47MP) and A7 IV (33MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The SL2 was announced 23 months before the A7 IV which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the SL2 matches up against the A7 IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica SL2 and Sony Alpha A7 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Leica SL2 Gallery and Sony A7 IV Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica SL2 enjoys external measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") with a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs) while the Sony A7 IV has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SL2 against the A7 IV.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL2 and A7 IV is 57 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SL2 and A7 IV.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Leica SL2 to deliver more detail with its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SL2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.