Leica SL2 vs Olympus PEN E-P2

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      Specifications

      General Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      BrandLeicaOlympus
      ModelSL2PEN E-P2
      Predecessor ModelLeica SL Typ 601 Olympus PEN E-P1
      Successor ModelOlympus PEN E-P3
      MSRP$5999
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor SizeFull FrameMicro Four Thirds
      Sensor Dimensions36 x 24 mm17.3 x 13 mm
      Total Pixels13 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels47.3 Megapixel12 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 50,000100 - 6,400
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 50,000
      Photo Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      ProcessorMaestro IIITruePic V
      Max Image Resolution8368 x 55844032 x 3024
      Other Resolutions3200 x 2400, 2560 x 1920, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480
      Image Aspect Ratios3:21:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatDNG, JPEG
      Bit Depth14-Bit12-bit
      Color SpacePicture: sRGB
      Video: Rec. 709/Rec. 2020 (HLG/L-Log)
      sRGB, Adobe RGB
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Halogen, Shade, TungstenAuto, Cloudy, Shade, Flash, Daylight, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2, Fluorescent 3, Lamp, 1 custom preset, Kelvin (2000 - 14000 K)
      WB Bracketing3 frames in 2, 4, 6 steps selectable in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis
      Focus Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points22511
      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 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Lens MountLeica LMicro Four Thirds
      Crop Factor1x2x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor ShiftSensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5.5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDHyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.2"3.0"
      Screen Resolution2,100k dot230k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)Electronic (optional VF-2)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.78x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.78x
      Viewfinder Resolution5,760k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint21 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2
      Shutter Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed1800 sec60 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/40000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting20.0 fps3.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 20 fps at 47.3 MP for up to 78 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
      Up to 10 fps at 47.3 MP
      Up to 6 fps at 47.3 MP
      Up to 3 fps at 47.3 MP
      Flash Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Fill-in
      Slow Sync
      Manual (3 levels)
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec1/180 sec
      Flash Compensation-2 to +2 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTLOlympus FL Series
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe
      Exposure Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityiAUTO, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, Scene
      Metering Range0 to +18 EV
      Exposure Compensation-3 to +5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±3 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV increments) (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      DXO Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      DxO Low Light ISO505
      DxO Color Depth21.5
      DxO Dynamic Range10.4
      DxO Overall Score56
      Video Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Audio File FormatAAC, AC3
      Internal Recording ModesH.264/MOV 10-Bit
      4992 x 3744 at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps


      H.264/MP4 10-Bit
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps
      Yes
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264Motion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution4992 x 37441280 x 720
      External Recording Modes10-Bit via HDMI
      DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) up to 59.94 fps
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min
      Terminals Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      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 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output 2.0b Mini type C
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      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
      Mobile App Compatible Android & iOS
      App Name: Leica FOTOS
      Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control, View Live Feed
      *As of September, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control via smartphone Optional RM-UC1
      Environmental Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature22 to 72°F / -10 to 40°C32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)
      Storage Temperature-4 - 140°F (-20 - 60°C)
      Physical Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Dimensions146 x 107 x 83 mm (5.75 x 4.21 x 3.27")121 x 70 x 36 mm (4.76 x 2.76 x 1.42")
      Weight (inc. batteries)916 g (2.02 lb / 32.31 oz)355 g (0.78 lb / 12.52 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)19.4 x 9.4 x 8.6"
      Package Weight3.74 lb
      Power and Storage Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Battery PackBP-SCL4BLS-1
      Battery Life370 shots300 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Single Slot: SD/SDHC
      Other Leica SL2 Olympus PEN E-P2
      Self Timer 2 or 12 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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