• 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 24.5 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.6 megapixels
  • ISO 50 - 100,000

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Differences

Nikon D780 advantages over Leica SL2-S

  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 500 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 100000 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Leica SL2-S advantages over Nikon D780

  • Slower slow-motion
    180 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    25.0 fps vs 12.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

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
  • 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

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

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Canon 5D Mark IV

Nikon D780
Canon 5D Mark IV
  • $2230
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
  • $2499
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • Built-in GPS
Leica SL2-S
Canon 5D Mark IV
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $2499
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • Built-in GPS

Compared to Nikon D850

Nikon D780
Nikon D850
  • $2230
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $2664
  • 35mm
  • More cross-type AF points
  • More pixels
Leica SL2-S
Nikon D850
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $2664
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • More pixels

Compared to Pentax K-1 II

Nikon D780
Pentax K-1 II
  • $2230
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Leica SL2-S
Pentax K-1 II
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in GPS

Compared to Canon R6

Nikon D780
Canon R6
  • $2230
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • Higher-res screen
  • $2066
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Leica SL2-S
Canon R6
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2066
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Canon R3

Nikon D780
Canon R3
  • $2230
  • 35mm
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Longer exposure
  • $5999
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Leica SL2-S
Canon R3
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $5999
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect
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