Leica SL2-S vs Sony Alpha A7R V
Sony Alpha A7R V has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The SL2-S is the better pick for travel, sports, astrophotography, vlogging; the Alpha A7R V is better for portraits, landscapes.
Choose the SL2-S for
- faster bursts (25fps vs 10fps)
- better low-light performance
- a lower price (from £1,649)
Choose the Alpha A7R V for
- more resolution (61MP vs 24.6MP)
- a lighter body (723g vs 931g)
- stronger video (8K 24p)
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 64)
- a newer design (2022)
Specs side by side
| Spec | SL2-S | Alpha A7R V |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 24.6MP | Full frame, 61MP |
| Mount | L-Mount (Lumix S, Leica SL) | Sony FE (full frame) |
| Released | 2020 | 2022 |
| Burst | 25 fps | 10 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 100,000 | 32,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 60p (10-bit) | 8K 24p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 931 g | 723 g |
| Battery | Leica BP-SCL4 | Sony NP-FZ100 |
| Card slots | 2× SD (UHS-II) | 2×CFexpress A/SD |
| New price | No longer sold new | £2,999 |
| Used at MPB | £1,649–2,039 | £1,859–2,149 |
| Native lenses in our database | 64 (39 third-party) | 105 (82 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | SL2-S |
| Portraits | Alpha A7R V |
| Landscape | Alpha A7R V |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | SL2-S |
| Astrophotography | SL2-S |
| Vlogging & video | SL2-S |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The SL2-S uses L-Mount (64 lenses in our database, 39 third-party) and the Alpha A7R V uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses, 82 third-party). Batteries: Leica BP-SCL4 vs Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65).
SL2-S compatible lenses → · Alpha A7R V compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Leica SL2-S better than the Sony Alpha A7R V?
It depends on your priorities. The SL2-S offers faster bursts (25fps vs 10fps), better low-light performance, a lower price (from £1,649); the Alpha A7R V offers more resolution (61MP vs 24.6MP), a lighter body (723g vs 931g), stronger video (8K 24p).
Which is better for video, the SL2-S or the Alpha A7R V?
The Alpha A7R V is stronger for video: SL2-S records 4K 60p (10-bit), Alpha A7R V records 8K 24p.
Which is cheaper, the SL2-S or the Alpha A7R V?
The SL2-S costs No longer sold new new and from £1,649 used at MPB; the Alpha A7R V costs £2,999 new and from £1,859 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Leica SL2-S lenses on the Alpha A7R V?
Not directly. The SL2-S uses L-Mount and the Alpha A7R V uses Sony E / FE; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.