Leica SL2vs OM System TG-7
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OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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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.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Who should buy what
Leica SL2 (2019)
- Commercial photographers who want Leica quality with modern AF
- Filmmakers who want Leica glass with video capability
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- Divers and snorkellers who need a waterproof camera without a housing
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who want a rugged pocket compact
- Parents who want an indestructible camera for children and family adventures
- Travellers who want a tough backup camera that can go anywhere
Quick take: The leica sl2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica SL2 (2019) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £4,200 | £449 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, AI-based scene recognition | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 20fps |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 835g (body only) | 253g |
| Dimensions | 146.0 × 107.0 × 80.5mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.78× 5.76M-dot | None |
| Screen | 3.2" fixed touchscreen, 2.10M-dot | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Leica L-Mount | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica SL2 | OM System TG-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Underwater | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | — |
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