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Leica SL2-S Review

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The Leica SL2-S is an impressive camera, offering great photo and video quality. It is well-suited for both photography and videography, with some minor drawbacks in terms of screen mobility and autofocus.

The Leica SL2-S is an impressive camera with excellent photo and video quality. Its familiarity with the SL2 makes it a great choice for existing users, although the lack of a fully articulating screen is a drawback.

Pros
  • Excellent photo and video quality
  • Easy-to-use controls
  • Stable and well-built
  • Supports 24-megapixel DNG images
Cons
  • Lack of fully articulating screen
  • Autofocus system could be improved
  • May not offer as many video features as competing models

The SL2-S offers stability and easy-to-use controls, making it a reliable camera for photography and videography.

The Leica SL2-S is a remarkable camera, featuring a 24-megapixel full-frame sensor that delivers excellent photo and video quality. It shares the same control structures and display as the SL2, making it a familiar and easy-to-use camera for existing SL2 users. The camera is large and heavy, but it offers stability and excellent handling. The SL2-S provides support for capturing 24-megapixel DNG images, which is a plus. While its autofocus system performs well, a firmware update is expected in 2021 to further enhance its capabilities. One drawback is the lack of a fully articulating screen, but it does offer an IP52 weather rating, making it a rugged option for outdoor use. In terms of video, the SL2-S delivers impressive 4K video quality, although it may not offer as many features as some competing models. Overall, the SL2-S is a solid choice for both photography and videography, although the SL2 may be a better option for photographers seeking higher resolution.

While the SL2-S delivers impressive 4K video quality, it may not offer as many advanced features as some competing models, which is something to consider for videographers.

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