Leica SL Typ 601 2020
The included Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH lens provides a versatile, high-quality zoom range that stands out in a full-frame mirrorless system. Its solid 293g body and the bundled accessories, including a padded case and tripod, offer a complete out-of-the-box kit for stills-focused work. This camera is best for product photographers and beginners who prioritize Leica's optical rendering and a streamlined, lens-inclusive package over video features.
Type mirrorless
Weight 293 g
21 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)
- Below average build (12th percentile)
- Below average social proof (18th percentile)
- Below average video (25th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Autofocus
| Eye AF | No |
| Animal AF | No |
| Subject Detection | No |
Shooting
| Electronic Shutter | No |
Video
| 10-bit | No |
| Log Profile | No |
| RAW Video | No |
Display & EVF
| Touchscreen | No |
| Articulating | No |
Build
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Leica SL Typ 601 | Fujifilm X-H2 | Nikon Z Z9 | Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | Canon EOS R6 Mark III |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 26MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 32.5MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 493 | 759 | 779 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 15 | 30 | 120 | 75 | 40 |
| Video | - | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 293 | 579 | 1160 | 646 | 575 | 608 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leica SL Typ 601 | 38.3 | 39.9 | 11.9 | 33.9 | 24.6 | 32.9 | 47.1 | 29.6 | 59.7 | 18.2 | 2.9 | 35.9 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 92.3 | 96.9 | 94.5 | 82.2 | 95.4 | 99 | 97.8 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 94.3 | 23.9 | 96 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 93.5 | 92 | 99.4 | 95.4 | 98.7 | 70.9 | 98 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 94.3 | 8.8 | 89.2 |
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 Compare | 97 | 87.8 | 95.6 | 99.6 | 92.2 | 95.5 | 96.8 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 79.5 | 17 | 89.2 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.7 | 94.4 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.9 | 92 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 89.7 | 22 | 89.2 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.8 | 91.3 | 95 | 92.6 | 90.6 | 66.2 | 97.5 | 98.8 | 96.1 | 94.3 | 14.5 | 99.6 |
Usage Scores
- Overall20.9
- Video17
- Travel18.7
- Youtube15.9
- Beginner17.2
- Vlogging12.2
- Streaming25.3
- Photography17.9
- Wedding Events16.4
- Sports Wildlife17.8
- Product Photography23.5
A full written review is coming soon. The specs, scores, prices and charts above are always up to date.
