How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Leica
Leica SL3-S vs Leica SL2-S
Short AnswerThe Leica SL3-S and Leica SL2-S split the spec sheet evenly, so the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Continuous ShootingLeica SL3-S
Autofocus PointsLeica SL3-S
Battery LifeLeica SL2-S
Launch PriceLeica SL2-S
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.6
B24.6
Electronic Burst (fps)
A30
B25
Battery (Shots)
A315
B510
AF Points
A779
B225
Form Factor
141.2 × 108 × 82.7 mm
146 × 107 × 83 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Leica SL3-S If…
- Higher continuous shooting (30 fps vs 25 fps)
- Higher autofocus points (779 vs 225 )
Choose Leica SL2-S If…
- Higher battery life (510 shots vs 315 shots)
- Costs less at launch ($4895 vs $5295)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Leica SL3-S | Leica SL2-S |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 24.6 MP | 24.6 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 200000 | 100000 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 779 | 225 |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 7 fps | 9 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 30 fps | 25 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/16000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 5.76M | 5.76M |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 6K 30p / 4K 60p | C4K 60p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit | 10-bit 4:2:2 (to 30p ALL-I); 8-bit 4:2:0 at 60p |
| Log Profile | L-Log | L-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | — | 931 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 315 Shots | 510 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 5295 | 4895 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.