SL2-S

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SL2-S

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I fell into the Leica trap

For your situation I'd sum it up in this way from best to worst scenario:Q2 -> SL2-S -> MThe Q is a wonderful camera which will certainly make you considering an M in future.The SL line is a great middle ground where you can both use expensive anc cheap lenses from various manufacturers. Don't disre

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stefantotev in r/Leica

June 28, 2026 4:51 PM

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My first Leica 🥹

Congrats!... My first Leica was the orginal Q, and I've beaten it to death over the last 9 years, and I still love it. Sprang for an SL2s + 50 sumicron and I love that as well. Once you bond with Leica, there really is no other alternative IMHO.

BFD35mmFilm in r/Leica

April 1, 2026 1:05 PM

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what are your guys opinion on the leica q 116?

Great camera. I had one, added an SL2–S, then traded both on a Q3. The Typ 116 is definitely in “gateway drug” territory. Downside: the 28mm lens is limiting, especially if you’re coming from interchangeable lens cameras. Upside: that 28mm lens is also the finest optic I’ve shot with. It’s astoundin

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i_am_ubik in r/Leica

February 17, 2026 6:31 PM

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Is it a poor decision to purchase an SL2-S if I currently own a Lumix S9?

I do not own a Lumix. But own several Sony cameras along with my SL2-S. Not sure if this is helpful. I wouldnt say its a poor decision, its just a matter of what you want. Even with the sensors being the same. The two cameras are pretty different imo. I purchased the SL2-S a few years back as a gift

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EiBiTgaming in r/Leica

June 8, 2026 6:06 PM

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Vlada | Leica SL2S

Hi, thanks a lot! At the moment I’m using a Leica SL3. About a year ago I upgraded from the SL2-S, but honestly, I think it was a mistake.Yes, the SL3 has a much higher megapixel count, but I mainly use Leica R lenses via an adapter. Since those lenses aren’t really optimized for a 60MP sensor, I ca

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Korzovphoto in r/leicaphotos

June 19, 2026 9:50 AM

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Switching from X-T5 to Leica SL2/SL2-S

The dirty little secret is that many Leica shooters have a bag full of Olympus/OM System cameras on the side. Much better system for landscape/hiking/nature photography. I had a SL2-S for a while and I loved it. It was a joy to use; in so many ways it is the Platonic Ideal of a SLR-style mirrorless

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i_am_ubik in r/Leica

June 15, 2026 2:04 PM

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Passion for photography reignited

I switched from Sony (A7III, A7IV, and a bunch of GM glass) to Leica (SL2-S and Q2) a year and a half ago. Zero regrets.

No-Pea8448 in r/Leica

January 31, 2026 7:41 PM

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Does the SL series cameras feel the same?

To me the images have the distinct Leica look, but the shooting experience is a night-and-day difference. Is street possible with the SL series? Of course, but it's no different from shooting street with a DSLR. I love my SL2-S, but I wouldn't carry it around my neck everywhere I go.

f-stop11 in r/Leica

February 24, 2026 9:52 PM

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M lenses performance on Nikon ZF vs Leica SL2-S vs Lumix S1/5 ?

Interesting insight, thanks. Especially your thoughts about the SL2's ergonomics. I since saw a more extensive testing for m mount lenses on various bodies , Panasonic was awful so it's out of the consideration. Quality was better on the SL2-s as you'd expect , but surprisingly Nikon Z sensors were

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Panorabifle in r/LeicaCameras

April 21, 2026 9:23 PM

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What makes Leicas special?

I started photography in the 1980's shooting and developing B&W film. Over the last 5 years I got back into doing it as a main hobby. I have the bad habit of looking for the perfect item for a hobby in this case cameras. In 2021 I owned four different fujifilm cameras not one replacing the other but

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4Driften in r/Leica

April 26, 2026 4:30 PM

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