Leica SL2vs Lumix G9
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Commercial, Landscape, Video — Leica SL2 (2019): Leica's most capable system camera — excellent for photographers who want L-mount glass access.
Wildlife, Sports, Travel — Lumix G9 (2017): The G9 showed that Micro Four Thirds could compete for fast-action stills.
Who should buy what
Leica SL2 (2019)
- Commercial photographers who want Leica quality with modern AF
- Filmmakers who want Leica glass with video capability
Lumix G9 (2017)
- Wildlife photographers who want fast burst and long telephoto reach at lower cost
- MFT system users who prioritise stills over video
Quick take: The leica sl2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the lumix g9 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica SL2 (2019) | Lumix G9 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £4,200 | £549 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps | 4K 60fps, C4K 24fps |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, AI-based scene recognition | 225-point contrast-detect DFD |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops (6.0 stops dual IS) |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | 400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 835g (body only) | 658g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 146.0 × 107.0 × 80.5mm | 136.9 × 97.3 × 91.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.78× 5.76M-dot | EVF 0.83× 3.68M-dot |
| Screen | 3.2" fixed touchscreen, 2.10M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M-dot |
| Mount | Leica L-Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | 2× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, HDMI full-size |
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