Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 vs Leica SL2

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      Specifications

      General Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      BrandSonyLeica
      ModelAlpha DSLR-A290SL2
      Predecessor ModelSony Alpha DSLR-A230 Leica SL Typ 601
      MSRP$5999
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions23.6 x 15.8 mm36 x 24 mm
      Total Pixels14.9 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels14.2 Megapixel47.3 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 3,200100 - 50,000
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 50,000
      Photo Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      ProcessorBIONZMaestro III
      Max Image Resolution4592 x 30568368 x 5584
      Other Resolutions4592 x 2576, 3408 x 2272, 3408 x 1920, 2288 x 1520, 2288 x 1280
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:93:2
      Image File FormatDNG, JPEG
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Standard
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Color SpacePicture: sRGB
      Video: Rec. 709/Rec. 2020 (HLG/L-Log)
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, CustomPresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Halogen, Shade, Tungsten
      Focus Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points9225
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenSpherical Acute Matte
      Optics Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Lens MountSony ALeica L
      Crop Factor1.5x1x
      Image StabilizationSensor Shift5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5.5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.7"3.2"
      Screen Resolution230k dot2,100k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)Electronic (OLED)
      Viewfinder Coverage95%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.83x0.78x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.55x0.78x
      Viewfinder Resolution5,760k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint21 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2
      Shutter Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec1800 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/40000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting2.5 fps20.0 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 Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      High Speed Sync
      Rear Curtain
      Fill-in
      Wireless
      Flash Range10.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/160 sec1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-2 to +2 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemSony TTl Dedicated Flash SystemTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe
      Exposure Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAuto, Auto Flash Off, Program Auto, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, ManualAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Exposure Compensation±2 EV (1/3 EV increments)-3 to +5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV increments)
      DXO Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      DxO Low Light ISO615
      DxO Color Depth22.6
      DxO Dynamic Range11.5
      DxO Overall Score66
      Video Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Audio File FormatAAC, AC3
      Internal Recording ModesNoH.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
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution4992 x 3744
      External Recording Modes10-Bit via HDMI
      DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) up to 59.94 fps
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      Terminals Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      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 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output 2.0b
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      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 Optional via smartphone
      Environmental Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)22 to 72°F / -10 to 40°C
      Storage TemperatureOperating: 32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)
      Physical Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Dimensions128 x 97 x 86 mm (5.04 x 3.82 x 3.39")146 x 107 x 83 mm (5.75 x 4.21 x 3.27")
      Weight (inc. batteries)549 g (1.21 lb / 19.37 oz)916 g (2.02 lb / 32.31 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)19.4 x 9.4 x 8.6"
      Package Weight3.74 lb
      Power and Storage Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Battery PackNP-FH50BP-SCL4
      Battery Life290 shots370 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG DuoDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
      Other Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Leica SL2
      Self Timer 2 or 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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