Leica S (Typ 006) vs Canon SL2

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Leica S (Typ 006) vs Canon SL2

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Medium format 1,350.0mm²
37.5 megapixels
ISO 100 - 1600

Go in depth with our full Leica S (Typ 006) Review.

APS-C 332.3mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

Go in depth with our full Canon SL2 Review.
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What’s the bottom line? Read our Canon SL2 conclusion.

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Differences

Leica S (Typ 006) advantages over Canon SL2

Larger sensor
Medium format vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 6.00 vs 3.72 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Top deck display
Yes vs No
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Pentaprism viewfinder
Pentaprism vs Pentamirror
Much better viewfinder picture fidelity
More viewfinder magnification
1.09x vs 0.54x
Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
More pixels
37.5 vs 24.2 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Dual card slots
Yes vs No
Gives you more storage flexibility
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos

Canon SL2 advantages over Leica S (Typ 006)

Lens selection
Excellent vs Limited
Better lens selection gives you more options
Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs none
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
NFC
Yes vs No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
SL2 test data on DxO Mark S (Typ 006) test data on DxO Mark

1,041 vs 824 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Higher max flash sync
1/200 vs 1/125 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Newer
7 years vs 12 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
More AF points
9 vs 1
More AF points improve autofocus
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Faster JPEG shooting
5.0 fps vs 1.5 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Higher extended ISO
51200 vs 1600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

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Higher resolution and better image quality than SL1; Much improved dynamic range; Excellent Dual Pixel CMOS AF; Compact body with improved ergonomics; Articulating touchscreen; Full HD movies up to 60p; Better battery life.
Shallow buffer depth with RAW files; Dynamic range and high ISO performance still not as good as leading competitors; No 4K video option; OVF only offers 9 AF points.
Read our Canon SL2 Review

The Competition

Compared to Leica S2

Leica S (Typ 006)

Leica S2

$10535
Medium format

More dots on screen

$22995
Medium format

Compare Leica S (Typ 006) vs Leica S2

Canon SL2

Leica S2

$549
APS-C

Lens selection
Tilt-swivel screen

$22995
Medium format

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Canon SL2 vs Leica S2

Compared to Leica S (Typ 007)

Leica S (Typ 006)

Leica S (Typ 007)

$10535
Medium format

$19995
Medium format

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

Compare Leica S (Typ 006) vs Leica S (Typ 007)

Canon SL2

Leica S (Typ 007)

$549
APS-C

Lens selection
Tilt-swivel screen

$19995
Medium format

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

Compare Canon SL2 vs Leica S (Typ 007)

Compared to Leica S-E (Typ 006)

Leica S (Typ 006)

Leica S-E (Typ 006)

$10535
Medium format

$16900
Medium format

Less expensive
Built-in GPS

Compare Leica S (Typ 006) vs Leica S-E (Typ 006)

Canon SL2

Leica S-E (Typ 006)

$549
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

$16900
Medium format

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Canon SL2 vs Leica S-E (Typ 006)

Compared to Nikon D3500

Leica S (Typ 006)

Nikon D3500

$10535
Medium format

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$623
APS-C

Lens selection
Built-in Bluetooth

Compare Leica S (Typ 006) vs Nikon D3500

Canon SL2

Nikon D3500

$549
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Touchscreen

$623
APS-C

Larger sensor
Fast startup

Compare Canon SL2 vs Nikon D3500

Compared to Canon SL3

Leica S (Typ 006)

Canon SL3

$10535
Medium format

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$632
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

Compare Leica S (Typ 006) vs Canon SL3

Canon SL2

Canon SL3

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
NFC

$632
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon SL2 vs Canon SL3

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