• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 47.3 megapixels
  • ISO 50 - 50,000
  • 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Leica SL2 advantages over Olympus E-M10 IV

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Slower slow-motion
    180 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.30 vs 3.36 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More dots on screen
    2100k vs 1037k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    47.3 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Faster shutter
    1/40000 vs 1/16000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    50000 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Olympus E-M10 IV advantages over Leica SL2

  • Less expensive
    $699 vs $4085*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Lighter weight
    383g vs 928g
    Lighter weight

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • 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
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon Z7

Leica SL2
Nikon Z7
  • $5625
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica SL2 vs Nikon Z7

Olympus E-M10 IV
Nikon Z7
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Nikon Z7

Compared to Olympus E-M5 III

Leica SL2
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $5625
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Leica SL2 vs Olympus E-M5 III

Olympus E-M10 IV
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Longer video battery life
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • High resolution composite

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M5 III

Compared to Panasonic G100

Leica SL2
Panasonic G100
  • $5625
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Leica SL2 vs Panasonic G100

Olympus E-M10 IV
Panasonic G100
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic G100

Compared to Leica M10-R

Leica SL2
Leica M10-R
  • $5625
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight

Compare Leica SL2 vs Leica M10-R

Olympus E-M10 IV
Leica M10-R
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Leica M10-R

Compared to Sony A1

Leica SL2
Sony A1
  • $5625
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • High resolution composite
  • $5831
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica SL2 vs Sony A1

Olympus E-M10 IV
Sony A1
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Lens selection
  • $5831
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A1

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