Leica SL2-S vs Sigma SD14

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      Specifications

      General Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      BrandLeicaSigma
      ModelSL2-SSD14
      Predecessor ModelSigma SD10
      Successor ModelSigma SD15
      MSRP$4895
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Sensor TypeBSI-CMOSCMOS (Foveon X3)
      Sensor SizeFull FrameAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions36 x 24 mm20.7 x 13.8 mm
      Total Pixels14 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.6 Megapixel5 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 50,000100 - 800
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 50,000100 - 1,600
      Photo Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      ProcessorMaestro III
      Max Image Resolution6000 x 40002640 x 1760
      Other Resolutions1776 x 1184, 1296 x 864
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2
      Image File FormatDNG, JPEGJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, Basic
      Bit Depth14-Bit12-Bit
      Color SpacePicture: sRGB
      Video: Rec. 709/Rec. 2020 (HLG/L-Log)
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Halogen, Shade, Tungsten, White Balance AdjustmentAuto, Sunlight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash and Custom
      Focus Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFSingle AF, Continuous AF (with AF motion prediction function), Manual
      Number of Focus Points225
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Lens MountLeica LSigma SA
      Crop Factor1x1.7x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5.5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.2"2.5"
      Screen Resolution2,100k dot150k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%98%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.78x0.90x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.78x0.60x
      Viewfinder Resolution5,760k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint21 mm18 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2-3 to +1.5
      Shutter Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal PlaneElectronically controlled focal plane
      Min Shutter Speed1800 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/16000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)9.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting (Electronic)25.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting25.0 fps3.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferMechanical Shutter
      Up to 9 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
      Up to 5 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
      Up to 2 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
      Electronic Shutter
      Up to 25 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
      Flash Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesUnknown
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec1/180 sec
      Flash Compensation-2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe
      Exposure Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority(P) Program AE (Program Shift is possible), (S) Shutter Speed Priority AE, (A) Aperture Priority AE, (M) Manual
      Metering Range+1 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV increments) 3 levels in 1/3EV steps up to ±3EV
      Video Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Audio File FormatAAC, LPCM
      Internal Recording ModesH.264/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit
      DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 @ 24/25/29.97 fps [400 Mbps]
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps [400 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [200 Mbps]
      H.264/MOV 4:2:0 8-Bit
      DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 @ 50/59.94 fps [150 Mbps]
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 50/59.94 fps [150 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 100 fps [20 Mbps]
      H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 150 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps [20 to 150 Mbps]
      No
      Interval Recording Possible when tethered to Computer
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution4096 x 2160
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
      DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      4:2:0 8-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/180 fps
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      Terminals Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Full Size
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.2 LE
      Mobile App Compatible *As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control via smartphone Wireless RS-31
      Environmental Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature22 to 72°F / -10 to 40°C
      Physical Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Dimensions146 x 107 x 83 mm (5.75 x 4.21 x 3.27")144 x 107 x 81 mm (5.67 x 4.21 x 3.19")
      Weight (inc. batteries)931 g (2.05 lb / 32.84 oz)750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.6 x 8.6 x 6"
      Package Weight3.715 lb
      Power and Storage Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Battery PackBP-SCL4
      Battery Life510 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, UDMA compatible), Microdrive
      Other Leica SL2-S Sigma SD14
      Self Timer 12 or 2 sec 10 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionAluminum, Magnesium Alloy


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