Leica SL3 vs Panasonic Lumix S1R II
Panasonic Lumix S1R II has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. the Lumix S1R II is better for wildlife, vlogging.
Choose the SL3 for
- more resolution (60MP vs 44.3MP)
Choose the Lumix S1R II for
- faster bursts (40fps vs 15fps)
- a lighter body (712g vs 769g)
- a lower price (from £2,119)
- a newer design (2025)
Specs side by side
| Spec | SL3 | Lumix S1R II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 60MP | Full frame, 44.3MP |
| Mount | L-Mount (Lumix S, Leica SL) | L-Mount (Lumix S, Leica SL) |
| Released | 2024 | 2025 |
| Burst | 15 fps | 40 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 100,000 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 8K 30p | 8K 30p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 769 g | 712 g |
| Battery | Leica BP-SCL6 | Panasonic DMW-BLK22 |
| Card slots | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £5,920 | £2,699 |
| Used at MPB | £3,269–4,589 | £2,119 |
| Native lenses in our database | 64 (39 third-party) | 64 (39 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | Lumix S1R II |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Lumix S1R II |
| 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
Both cameras use the L-Mount mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Leica BP-SCL6 (about £150) vs Panasonic DMW-BLK22.
SL3 compatible lenses → · Lumix S1R II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Leica SL3 better than the Panasonic Lumix S1R II?
It depends on your priorities. The SL3 offers more resolution (60MP vs 44.3MP); the Lumix S1R II offers faster bursts (40fps vs 15fps), a lighter body (712g vs 769g), a lower price (from £2,119).
Which is better for video, the SL3 or the Lumix S1R II?
They are closely matched for video (8K 30p vs 8K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the SL3 or the Lumix S1R II?
The SL3 costs £5,920 new and from £3,269 used at MPB; the Lumix S1R II costs £2,699 new and from £2,119 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Leica SL3 lenses on the Lumix S1R II?
Yes. Both use the L-Mount mount.