• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 47.3 megapixels
  • ISO 50 - 50,000
  • 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Leica SL2 advantages over Panasonic S5

  • Thinner
    42 mm vs 81 mm
    Thinner
  • More pixels
    47.3 vs 24.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Faster shutter
    1/40000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Panasonic S5 advantages over Leica SL2

  • Less expensive
    $1498 vs $5895*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 vs 4.30 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 50000 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

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
  • Top deck display
    Both provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • 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
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon Z7

Leica SL2
Nikon Z7
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Panasonic S5
Nikon Z7
  • $1365
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $2147
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • More pixels

Compared to Sony A7R IV

Leica SL2
Sony A7R IV
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Top deck display
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Panasonic S5
Sony A7R IV
  • $1365
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Leica M10-R

Leica SL2
Leica M10-R
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight
Panasonic S5
Leica M10-R
  • $1365
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • More pixels

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Leica SL2
Nikon Z7 II
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Panasonic S5
Nikon Z7 II
  • $1365
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • More pixels

Compared to Sony A1

Leica SL2
Sony A1
  • $6395
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display
  • $6498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Tiltable Screen
Panasonic S5
Sony A1
  • $1365
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $6498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC
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