Leica SL2vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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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.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
Leica SL2 (2019)
- Commercial photographers who want Leica quality with modern AF
- Filmmakers who want Leica glass with video capability
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The leica sl2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica SL2 (2019) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £4,200 | £699 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, AI-based scene recognition | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 835g (body only) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 146.0 × 107.0 × 80.5mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.78× 5.76M-dot | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.2" fixed touchscreen, 2.10M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica L-Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica SL2 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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