Leica SL2vs Z6 III
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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.
Hybrid Video & Action — Z6 III (2024): Partial-stacked FF sensor for near-zero blackout, 6K RAW video, and 60fps burst — Nikon's most capable hybrid.
Who should buy what
Leica SL2 (2019)
- Commercial photographers who want Leica quality with modern AF
- Filmmakers who want Leica glass with video capability
Z6 III (2024)
- Hybrid photographers who want partially-stacked sensor speed with full-frame quality
- Z6 II owners ready for a major AF and video upgrade
- Sports and action shooters who want 6K RAW video and fast burst
- Professionals who want a versatile full-frame Z body for any situation
Quick take: The leica sl2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the z6 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica SL2 (2019) | Z6 III (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £4,200 | £2,199 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, AI-based scene recognition | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle/aircraft) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 6.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 835g (body only) | 760g body only |
| Dimensions | 146.0 × 107.0 × 80.5mm | 138.5 × 101.5 × 74.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.78× 5.76M-dot | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.90× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" fixed touchscreen, 2.10M-dot | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica L-Mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica SL2 | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
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