High-resolution full-frame imaging
The 47.3MP full-frame CMOS sensor supports an ISO 50–50000 manual range and interchangeable Leica L-mount lenses.
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SL2
A 47MP full-frame L-mount mirrorless camera with premium construction and excellent EVF. It is favored by Leica users wanting modern mirrorless handling.
General Information
BrandLeica
NameSL2
Product Highlights
Stabilized shooting and fast bursts
Five-axis sensor-shift in-body stabilization provides up to 5.5 stops of compensation, while burst shooting reaches 20 fps.
5K video and connected operation
Record 5K video at 4992 x 3744, with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2 BLE, and GPS support through the Leica FOTOS app.
The Leica SL2 is a 47.3MP full-frame L-mount mirrorless camera with 5K video, an electronic viewfinder, in-body stabilization, and weather sealing.
Media Reviews
WIRED9/10
Leica SL2 Review: Wonderful (If You Can Afford It) | WIRED
The camera is described as a premium device with a beautiful, functional design and excellent build quality, featuring a sharp 47-megapixel sensor and great video capabilities, though it comes at a premium price.
Photography Blog4/5
Leica SL2 Review | Photography Blog
The review highlights the camera as a niche, high-quality, and inspiring product with excellent image quality and design, while noting it is expensive and late to the market.
The Phoblographer4/5
Review: Leica SL2 (The Camera for the Photographer That Prints)
The camera is praised for its high-resolution sensor, image quality, and excellent weather sealing, but criticized for its autofocus performance and high price point.
Imaging Resource
Leica SL2 Review - Imaging Resource
The reviewer describes the SL2 as a spectacular camera experience with breathtaking image quality and class-leading video, despite some flaws in autofocus performance and battery life.
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Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Points | 225 | |
| Battery Life | 370 shots | shots |
| Body Type | Mirrorless full-frame system camera | |
| Burst Shooting Speed | 20 fps | fps |
| Connectivity Options | Wi-Fi (WLAN IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz), Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11ac, 2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth v4.2 (BLE), GPS via Leica FOTOS app | |
| Display Type And Size | 3.2-inch LCD touchscreen (3.2" backlight LED, touch control available) | inches |
| Image Stabilization | 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS), sensor-shift, up to 5.5 f-stops | |
| Iso Range | Auto ISO: ISO 100-50000; Manual ISO: ISO 50-50000 | |
| Lens Type | Interchangeable lens (Leica L mount / L bayonet) | |
| Max Frame Rate | 59.94 fps | fps |
| Sensor Resolution | 47.3 MP | MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | |
| Storage Support | UHS-II SD cards, UHS-I SD cards, SD, SDHC, SDXC | |
| Video Resolution | 5K (4992 x 3744) | |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic (EVF) | |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | |
| Weight | 920 g | g |
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