Leica SL2-S vs Leica SL2 in 5 Minutes | End of 2022

The Leica SL2-S and the Leica SL2 have been further developed and improved by Leica via Firmware Upgrades in 2022. In this short video I summarise in only 5 minutes all the differences and similarities between these two cameras and provide a comprehensive guide on how to choose between these two Leica system cameras.

See also other Leica SL2-S related videos on my channel.

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[michaell]

other reviewers take note, this is how it's done. Clear, specific, and relevant data points under 10 minutes. Thanks for this review

[stuartdorman]

I’ve had an SL2-S in my hands for just a few days now, shooting so far only with my M lenses using the adapter. What I noticed was how easy it is to focus with intention and complete accuracy. The body felt oversized but quickly becomes reassuring. Unlike my Sony A7Rx experiences, my pinky finger actually has part of the grip to hold onto. Now the mission is to complement my M system without duplicating it.

[Evrce]

Are the colors rendered the same? If not which produces better tonality

[gumdocga]

Beautiful images and great content. Thank you.

[LucyS]

Incredible photos Math! Very impressive! Great comparison....very educational.

[hartmut-wilms]

Great video, thanks. I decided to buy and use both. One handling experience and two different sensors for different use cases. Perfect!

[lightloving]

I’m quite enamored with my SL2S. While it’s fantastic with M lenses, my main use for it is for R lenses. These lenses are so well balanced, ergonomically, with this system. Although I’ve not used R lenses with the higher mp SL2, 24mp seem to be ideal with the type of shooting I do. Handheld, available light and (predominantly) monochrome.

[ahmeddaghriri]

The Samples photos in the beginning of the video is so so beautiful. I like it so much 😍😍😍.

[tresey]

Whats the screen protector on your SL2? Looking for something with a matt finish. thank you

[frand]

Thank you for another very interesting video. I very much appreciate your approach to presenting information to us. I own an SL2. I decided to purchase it over the SL2-S because I shoot with other Leica cameras, a Q, a Q2 Monochrom, and applicable to this video, a Leica CL. Because I have a significant investment in TL lenses for the CL, I determined that the SL2 was my best choice to use the TL lenses with it and still get a 20MP file from the APS-C crop. An SL2-S would have yielded only a 10MP file. Since I already have that very good TL glass, it made sense to invest the extra money in the SL2. Additionally, using full frame lenses, I also have the option to crop significantly, or have beautiful large files,

[Funktrainer]

24MP is enough for a „Kleinbild“-sensor. With medium format I would go 50MP.
I use my M lenses mostly on my M bodies because of the size benefit. There is no need for IBIS in a solid, hefty camera with good ergonomics like the SL.
I love adapting the great manual focus lenses made by Angénieux, Canon, Leica (R), minolta, Nikon, PENTAX and Zeiss because the size of a SL body is made for SLR lenses and the viewfinder is class leading for manual focusing.
I will keep the SL (Typ 601).
It is the perfect camera for quick focusing the classics.
Together with the vertical grip it is an ergonomic wonder. No nonsense buttons on the body like with so many other brands.

[arielelijah]

How can we get the theory when not tested in real life situations like applying (X^2+Y^2) image quality.

[ronaldsand]

Thanks for the comprehensive comparison
At this point in the life cycle of the current models I think the choice is to wait for the next SL3 where hopefully it will have all the attributes of the current two cameras combined, just like all the big Japanese manufacturers are able to achieve
The image output and build quality of the Leica’s is without question, but weight, obsolete auto focus, fixed back screen & slow memory cards etc are issues that need to be addressed in the next model for such a premium camera
All the very best

[naduncan]

Again, many thanks, greatly appreciated. Cheers Neil

[sebastianotrovato]

Great video!!! Consulting...I am thinking to make an upgrade from Leica SL, to Leica SL2, or SL2s. use for wedding photography. SL colors are excellent!!! is it necessary in your opinion? If yes, which kind of model you suggest!
Thanks in advance
Sebastiano from Italy

[runzizhu]

Great video! I wonder if the 4k video on SL2 has any crop? I need to shoot architectural video and can't accept any frame crop

[thanyawong]

Nice video. What are L Mount lenses in your arsenal now? I would appreciate for your advice.

[BrandonTalbot]

The reporter, wish I could find one, but at this point maybe it's better to wait for the SL3-S.

[zoltankaparthy]

Very nice synopsis. I will check out the full length one now that my interest is piqued. I keep saying I am done with Leica and then you do another review.

[MrHero]

Looking forward to your review on the sigma 35 1.2 on the SL2S