• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.6 megapixels
  • ISO 50 - 100,000

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Differences

Ricoh GR III advantages over Leica SL2-S

  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 83 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    257g vs 931g
    Lighter weight
  • Optional anti-aliasing filter
    Optional vs None
    Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré
  • Longer exposure
    1200 vs 500 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Leica SL2-S advantages over Ricoh GR III

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 vs 3.92 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • 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
  • Newer
    3 years vs 5 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    2100k vs 1037k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    25.0 fps vs 4.3 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • 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 Sony A7 III

Ricoh GR III
Sony A7 III
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $1898
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Leica SL2-S
Sony A7 III
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $1898
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • NFC

Compared to Canon R6

Ricoh GR III
Canon R6
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Integrated ND filter
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Leica SL2-S
Canon R6
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Ricoh GR III
Nikon Z6 II
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Integrated ND filter
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Leica SL2-S
Nikon Z6 II
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Canon R3

Ricoh GR III
Canon R3
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Integrated ND filter
  • Thinner
  • $5999
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
Leica SL2-S
Canon R3
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $5999
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compared to Canon R6 Mark II

Ricoh GR III
Canon R6 Mark II
  • $932
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Integrated ND filter
  • $2376
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
Leica SL2-S
Canon R6 Mark II
  • $4895
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display
  • $2376
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect
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