The Leica SL2-S hit the market in 2021 and we finally got the chance to run it through our lab test procedures. Interested in how it fares? Then keep on reading! With its 24 megapixel CMOS – BSI full-frame sensor, the Leica SL2-S is another contender among the many mirrorless camera options in the market (using an L-mount). What makes the LEICA stand out is definitely its special, very clean and lean way how the body but also the menu are laid out. If you are interested in the specs and footage, make sure to take the time to watch Johnnie’s review and mini-documentary here. For the Leica SL2-S lab test, let’s focus on what the sensor and image engine can offer us filmmakers in video mode. The Leica SL2-S in the CineD lab. Image source: CineD Rolling Shutter of the Leica SL2-S The Leica SL2-S allows shooting internal 4K 10bit 4:2:2 and C4k 10bit 4:2:2 using L-Log in both full-frame or APS – C mode. In full-frame 4K mode, the rolling shutter measurement exhibits 22.5ms (less is better): Rolling shutter measurement of the Leica SL2-S. Image source: CineD 22.5ms in full-frame mode is on the higher end, very similar to the Panasonic S5, S1 and SH1 – in the meanwhile several other mirrorless full-frame cameras show significantly less – the Sony A1, Canon R5, Nikon Z9 are all between 16 -14ms. The leader of the pack is currently the Sony a7S III with 8.7ms. In APS – C mode, the...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 5 April, 2022