Leica SL2 vs Sony A7R V

Below, we are contrasting the Leica SL2 and Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Leica and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the SL2 (47MP) and A7R V (61MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The SL2 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the A7R V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the SL2 matches up vs the A7R V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica SL2 & Sony Alpha A7R V. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica SL2 Gallery & Sony A7R V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica SL2 provides outer dimensions of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") along with a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R V has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica SL2 and Sony A7R V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SL2 against the A7R V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL2 and A7R V is 57 and 60 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL2 and A7R V.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony A7R V to show greater detail due to its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SL2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.