Leica SL2vs GH5
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.
Video, Filmmaking & Hybrid Shooting — GH5 (2017): The GH5 redefined what a consumer video camera could do — 4K/60p and 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording made it the independent filmmaker's tool of choice for years.
Who should buy what
Leica SL2 (2019)
- Commercial photographers who want Leica quality with modern AF
- Filmmakers who want Leica glass with video capability
GH5 (2017)
- Independent filmmakers who need 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording without a dedicated cinema camera
- YouTube creators who want 4K/60p, a fully articulating screen, and unlimited recording
- Photographers who shoot primarily stills but need serious video capability as a second
- GH4 owners who want 4K/60p and 10-bit — a significant step up
Quick take: The leica sl2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the gh5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica SL2 (2019) | GH5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £4,200 | £699 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps | 4K/60p, C4K/30p, 1080p/180p; 10-bit 4:2:2 internal; unlimited recording |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, AI-based scene recognition | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | IBIS — up to 5 stops; Dual IS 2 with compatible lenses (6.5 stops) |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 12fps (AFS), 9fps (AFC) |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 835g (body only) | 725g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 146.0 × 107.0 × 80.5mm | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.78× 5.76M-dot | EVF, 3.68M dots, 0.76× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" fixed touchscreen, 2.10M-dot | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots |
| Mount | Leica L-Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic, headphone jack, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica SL2 | GH5 |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Architecture | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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