Leica SL2 vs Sony W530

The following is a extensive analysis of the Leica SL2 versus Sony W530, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SL2 (47MP) and W530 (14MP) and the SL2 (Full frame) and W530 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The SL2 was announced 8 years after the W530 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica SL2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SL2 grades vs the W530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica SL2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica SL2 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica SL2 features physical measurements 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 W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Leica SL2 versus Sony W530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SL2 vs the W530.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SL2 and W530 is 57 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SL2 and W530.

All in all, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL2 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Leica SL2 will produce greater detail with its extra 33 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer SL2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.