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

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Differences

Leica SL2 advantages over Canon R5 C

  • Slower slow-motion
    180 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • Thinner
    42 mm vs 111 mm
    Thinner
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/40000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Canon R5 C advantages over Leica SL2

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Newer
    2 years vs 4 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 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
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Canon R5

Leica SL2
Canon R5
  • $6263
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $3449
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Canon R5 C
Canon R5
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Newer
  • $3449
  • 35mm

Compared to Leica M10-R

Leica SL2
Leica M10-R
  • $6263
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight
Canon R5 C
Leica M10-R
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Leica SL2
Nikon Z7 II
  • $6263
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2530
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Canon R5 C
Nikon Z7 II
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2530
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter

Compared to Sony A1

Leica SL2
Sony A1
  • $6263
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • High resolution composite
  • $6498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Tiltable Screen
Canon R5 C
Sony A1
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Top deck display
  • $6498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC

Compared to Sony A7 IV

Leica SL2
Sony A7 IV
  • $6263
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Canon R5 C
Sony A7 IV
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas
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