A personal and humble review without that dreadful number game. Like it! You will love the SL2-S video footage. L-Log delivers lovely colours. But be reminded that the camera's colour space in L-Log is Rec 2020. When working with L-Log files, you must keep that in mind; otherwise, your colours will be off. In Resolve, you can switch the Colour Management settings from the legacy DaVinci YRGB mode to DaVinci YRGB colour-managed mode and select ReC 2020 for input.
Try to remove “just” (a quick video)from your script. It minimizes the video. This was a great video and your photography examples were beautiful . This is the exact video I was looking for to try and do something other than Sony and Canon with my imagery investment.
How would you compare this camera to the original SL? SL is half the price, and I am thinking if I should get sl2s for 3 grand or get sl for 1500, and use the money to get more glass....
Hey love the content ! Quick question so I filmed so slow motion footage and it said it’s log footage but once in davicni resolve it doesn’t look like log footage? I can’t make it match the color grading of 24fps footage somehow. All the colors are already there, you don’t have the greyish look. Any idea on how to fix that ? Many thanks
Hi Lukas am Awillohyooh from Kenya always following your content really love your education,am really beginning can you gift me with your old camera kindly so that I may continue shooting my vlog nd content kindly
Definitely don’t see a lot of Leicas around Michigan. I’ve always enjoyed them and using a TL2 (have some other cameras from Pentax, Fuji, etc tc). The other cameras I’m fortunate to own are technically better in many ways compared to my TL2, but there’s just something about the Leica that makes me pick it up for anything else in the collection. It just feels great in the hands, there isn’t 1000 options and submenus to deal with, etc. It just gets to the point of photography…to take pictures. I agree with you completely on the way the photos look. There’s something special about the way Leicas render. They don’t have a fake ultra sharp look to them…they are CLEAR but have a certain ‘softness’ or reality to the pictures. You’ll know exactly what I’m trying to say. Congrats on your cameras and equipment man! One day I hope to get an m10 or sl2s
Absolutely! There’s something to say about having high quality images and glass, coupled with a superior shooting experience. These are the first cameras I feel like the camera isnt fighting against me when I’m out haha I know exactly what you mean about the image quality!
Hello, great video! Just wondered if you struggled deciding between the SL2 & SL2-S? I don't do videos but wonder if 47 mpx is not too much for everyday photography etc. I know there is the pixel shift option too though ... You can find now more or less 500€ an SL2 vs an SL2-S used in Europe (3850 € vs 3500 €).
Hi, thank you! I knew I wanted both eventually and knew that for me personally the video side of things was equally important. I have the SL2 as well now and definitely gravitate towards that for photography! I would say if you are ok with the lower megapixel sensor to go with the S unless you want to be able to print your work large!
I switched to the sl2s from nikon and am loving it. Keep up the good work and discuss lenses and how you use them. The SL 50apo and sl75apo are serving me well. Not as cinematic, but paying some bills with that accurate look. The colors ROCK
Love it! I rented a 50 APO and loved it, recently picked up the 24-70 for convenience but plan to get a few primes soon! I’m planning a video talking about my lenses soon! The SL system is my favorite hybrid system I’ve ever used, the colors and process are just amazing!
Great images! I'm in a similar position currently shooting a 5D4 but feel like I want try something different. I wonder if you tried the SL2 before going for the SL2s?
Thank you! I did check out the SL2 and decided that the SL2-S would be more versatile specifically in video and low light. I will eventually pick up the SL2 as a second body for the higher megapixels and film scanning
@@lukasvanderlende please, share your thoughts on the size/form factor comparison. I am on the brink of a switch from M10 to SL2-S, since I am not a pro and simply can’t and don’t want to keep them both…can the SL2-S be used as a EDC camera with M-lenses?
@@kubowich there’s a lot to that, personally I got the M10 because I wanted it as my EDC. I was using a fujifilm x100v and didn’t pick it up over my M6 so I sold the x100v to help fund the M10. I love using the SL2S with the M lenses but I prefer a rangefinder for my EDC. I’m on a screen all day and when I’m spending time with family I would rather look through the rangefinder than a EVF. I carry my SL2S with me everyday as well but that’s my content machine, I guess I would ask why do you want to make the switch? It’s pretty personal, if you want an EVF and video then the SL2S is totally the way. I could (and will) make a whole video about this because there was a lot leading up to why I picked up a M10 aside from just always wanting one haha
Lukas your style is what i am looking to go forward from now.. havin fun with everything that i am seeing with your portfolio. your an inspiration for me now goin minimalist. - Quay
Mostly in video. I don’t shoot slow motion very frequently but not being able to even have the option of shooting 60 in 4k was becoming a barrier. 5DIV is a great camera but it was time for me to move to mirrorless
Do you think Leica SL and also Hasselblad X2D's experience is nothing special and just like any DSLR / Mirrorless where they do most things automatically for you and the real fun experience camera is Leica M? They are just a get the job done camera abd is about the result only, if want a fun camera better get Leica M if you not doing photography as your career?
I think that the experience with the Leica SL is special, when it comes to having just 8 buttons and 5 of them are customizable compared to the competition that is covered in buttons. There’s something about using a well designed tool that gets out of the way and let’s you create that is very satisfying and a unique experience. As a professional these are just tools at the end of the day but the SL is a great tool that I’m excited to use! Not sure about the X2D as I haven’t used one but hope to get to try one out someday!
Thank you! I’ll make a video on how I grade my footage but I use buttery luts to convert to rec709 then Eric flobergs 606 luts and some grain! This was shot on a canon but will be on Leica moving forward!
@@lukasvanderlende I needed a backup along with carrying both the 24-90 and the 90-280 zooms. So I got a like new S1R Panny. Similar sensors but totally different cameras. I like the fact I can use L mount lens on both set up’s independently. I tell yah the S1R’s learning curve is steeper than the SL2. Huge vast array of options on the S1R. Love ❤️ both.
Hey man, thank you for making this video! I'm considering selling all my Fujifilm X gear to switch over to Leica, and you just have me even more reasons to do so! Did you go through a platform like mpb to do that?
Oh nice! I’m loving my Leica kit! I didn’t, I parted out my canon kit and sold individually then purchased all of my camera bodies and lenses from a Facebook group ‘Leica Classifieds’ I’ve found that’s one of the safest and cheapest places to pick up used Leica gear!
@@Robinooode for sure! And thank you! Just posted a video on my custom setting for the SL2 and SL2-S, I think it’ll be helpful for when you make the switch!
@@lukasvanderlende I am very glad I made the switch. It was mainly limiting the different camera systems that I had that motivated me to switch to the Leica SL2-S. Before that I had several cameras from the Fujifilm range both APC and MF. Now I have just one body and two prime lenses and want to limit myself to that for the time being. Yet somewhere in the back of my mind I have the urge to look for a Q monochrome, to further limit myself for my personal work to one lens and no color.
Hey Lukas, just came across your page and i love the fact that you are giving such a realistic play by play on why you switched. Can i ask why you chose the SL2-S over the SL2? I am looking at switching from Canon (1Dx ii and C70) to the Leica set up and would love your take. thanks again
Hey! Thank you so much! So I started with the SL2-S mainly for the low light ability, i felt like it was a bit more versatile for my needs as a single camera. I did just pick up a SL2 and have been loving it as well, but I do notice the low light suffering from the larger sensor!
@@onebadassacrobat definitely don’t NEED both but for me it was important, I like having two bodies anyway and for filming this content it’s nice to have two cameras. Also I camera scan my film so I’m super excited to use the SL2 there as well!
@@lukasvanderlende Pulled the trigger and bought the camera with two Sigma Lens' - 35mm + 24-70 (both Lens Art Series). - Heading to Barcelona tonight and looking forward to exploring with this camera (been to Barcelona several times but not with this accessory). Thanks again and will keep you posted
Top work man! This is by far the best video on this camera on TH-cam, feel like I can relate to your photos way more than what else is out there. I have the SL2 but am always wondering whether I should've gotten the SLS due to its better video performance. How have you found it so far from that perspective?
Thank you so much, really appreciate that! I did pick up a SL2 as well so I have both and when it comes to low light and video the SL2-S is definitely better! But I love the SL2 and having the flexibility to have the best of both. Studio conditions they are very similar for video
Mate, pretty much recently did exactly the same thing. Sold all my canon gear and moved to SL2 and SL2S. Have had them for a month now and have not looked back. Like you, I use my m mount lenses for personal work and sigma art lenses for professional work. Also the Panasonic 70-200 which is amazing. These cameras have re-enthused my practice and also it is the first time I have a camera for both personal and professional work. I will purchase a second SL2S. My wife wears glasses and for her the viewfinder and EVF is unparalleled to anything she has ever used. Also the menu system is so intuitive. And the colours! Haha I could go on and on. And for those who says Leica is expensive, the comparable canon , Sony and Nikon mirrorless cameras are pretty much the same price. I could use these cameras for the next ten years.
Oh man, I could go on and on as well! Very valid about the comparable cameras from canon and Sony being almost just as expensive! Yeah I’m fully down the Leica rabbit hole, and happy about it! Definitely can use these cameras for a very long time!!
Always nice to discover new Leica content on this platform! I have also tried out the SL2-S with a native lens and an M one (check out the videos on my channel if interested ;-)). Loved it! Looking forward to what you will create with it next!
Thank you! I’m excited to test out native Leica lenses on it, but for now I have the sigma 105 macro to scan film with. I’ll definitely check them out! Not much Leica content here!
A personal and humble review without that dreadful number game. Like it! You will love the SL2-S video footage. L-Log delivers lovely colours. But be reminded that the camera's colour space in L-Log is Rec 2020. When working with L-Log files, you must keep that in mind; otherwise, your colours will be off. In Resolve, you can switch the Colour Management settings from the legacy DaVinci YRGB mode to DaVinci YRGB colour-managed mode and select ReC 2020 for input.
Thank you! I’ve been really enjoying the video footage, I will definitely need to try it in that color space though!
Try to remove “just” (a quick video)from your script. It minimizes the video. This was a great video and your photography examples were beautiful . This is the exact video I was looking for to try and do something other than Sony and Canon with my imagery investment.
Thank you! Definitely still finding my voice online but I appreciate the advice!!
Lovely photos. What lens did you use? Thanks
Thank you, combination between 28mm Summicron and 50mm Summilux
How would you compare this camera to the original SL? SL is half the price, and I am thinking if I should get sl2s for 3 grand or get sl for 1500, and use the money to get more glass....
Hey love the content ! Quick question so I filmed so slow motion footage and it said it’s log footage but once in davicni resolve it doesn’t look like log footage? I can’t make it match the color grading of 24fps footage somehow. All the colors are already there, you don’t have the greyish look. Any idea on how to fix that ? Many thanks
To me - indifferent images which could have been made on basically any camera. Sorry!
Thanks for watching!
Hi Lukas am Awillohyooh from Kenya always following your content really love your education,am really beginning can you gift me with your old camera kindly so that I may continue shooting my vlog nd content kindly
Nope!
Definitely don’t see a lot of Leicas around Michigan. I’ve always enjoyed them and using a TL2 (have some other cameras from Pentax, Fuji, etc tc). The other cameras I’m fortunate to own are technically better in many ways compared to my TL2, but there’s just something about the Leica that makes me pick it up for anything else in the collection. It just feels great in the hands, there isn’t 1000 options and submenus to deal with, etc. It just gets to the point of photography…to take pictures. I agree with you completely on the way the photos look. There’s something special about the way Leicas render. They don’t have a fake ultra sharp look to them…they are CLEAR but have a certain ‘softness’ or reality to the pictures. You’ll know exactly what I’m trying to say.
Congrats on your cameras and equipment man! One day I hope to get an m10 or sl2s
Absolutely! There’s something to say about having high quality images and glass, coupled with a superior shooting experience. These are the first cameras I feel like the camera isnt fighting against me when I’m out haha I know exactly what you mean about the image quality!
Hello, great video! Just wondered if you struggled deciding between the SL2 & SL2-S? I don't do videos but wonder if 47 mpx is not too much for everyday photography etc. I know there is the pixel shift option too though ... You can find now more or less 500€ an SL2 vs an SL2-S used in Europe (3850 € vs 3500 €).
Hi, thank you! I knew I wanted both eventually and knew that for me personally the video side of things was equally important. I have the SL2 as well now and definitely gravitate towards that for photography! I would say if you are ok with the lower megapixel sensor to go with the S unless you want to be able to print your work large!
Nice video. I also switched my mirrorless from Canon to Leica but have been using Leica M cameras, digital and film for approx 20 years.
Great systems! Recently picked up my first digital M and I’ve been loving it
Love the minimal talking setup man!
Thanks man!!
I switched to the sl2s from nikon and am loving it. Keep up the good work and discuss lenses and how you use them. The SL 50apo and sl75apo are serving me well. Not as cinematic, but paying some bills with that accurate look. The colors ROCK
Love it! I rented a 50 APO and loved it, recently picked up the 24-70 for convenience but plan to get a few primes soon! I’m planning a video talking about my lenses soon! The SL system is my favorite hybrid system I’ve ever used, the colors and process are just amazing!
cool. I am thinking of the sl2-s and this is a great video.
Thank you! It’s a great camera, I’ve been using it for over a year now and still love it
Great images! I'm in a similar position currently shooting a 5D4 but feel like I want try something different. I wonder if you tried the SL2 before going for the SL2s?
Thank you! I did check out the SL2 and decided that the SL2-S would be more versatile specifically in video and low light. I will eventually pick up the SL2 as a second body for the higher megapixels and film scanning
Nice to see someone from around the way. Cheers!
Thanks! Cheers!
loved this! great points and photos, keep it up!
Thank you brother! Appreciate you filming the b role!
Awesome video! Really good production quality too! Them subs will fly up!
Thank you so much for watching and for the encouragement!
May I ask why not directly to M?
As a photographer and filmmaker I needed a camera that could record professional video as well. I did just buy a M10 though!
@@lukasvanderlende please, share your thoughts on the size/form factor comparison. I am on the brink of a switch from M10 to SL2-S, since I am not a pro and simply can’t and don’t want to keep them both…can the SL2-S be used as a EDC camera with M-lenses?
@@kubowich there’s a lot to that, personally I got the M10 because I wanted it as my EDC. I was using a fujifilm x100v and didn’t pick it up over my M6 so I sold the x100v to help fund the M10. I love using the SL2S with the M lenses but I prefer a rangefinder for my EDC. I’m on a screen all day and when I’m spending time with family I would rather look through the rangefinder than a EVF. I carry my SL2S with me everyday as well but that’s my content machine, I guess I would ask why do you want to make the switch? It’s pretty personal, if you want an EVF and video then the SL2S is totally the way. I could (and will) make a whole video about this because there was a lot leading up to why I picked up a M10 aside from just always wanting one haha
Lukas your style is what i am looking to go forward from now.. havin fun with everything that i am seeing with your portfolio. your an inspiration for me now goin minimalist. - Quay
Hey thank you Quay!
How was the 5DIV holding you back?
Mostly in video. I don’t shoot slow motion very frequently but not being able to even have the option of shooting 60 in 4k was becoming a barrier. 5DIV is a great camera but it was time for me to move to mirrorless
@@lukasvanderlende Well. DSLR is dead for sure. Welcome to the Leica fam (again) … 😀
@@carlosmcse and that! Thank you, it’s good to be with Leica digital!
@@lukasvanderlende I’m in the M and that’s the last body I’ll ever buy.
@@carlosmcse I’ll pick up a M11… one day 🫠
Do you have water in your living room?? Your pants are kinds short 🙂....... Nice video btw !
Lol thanks!
Do you think Leica SL and also Hasselblad X2D's experience is nothing special and just like any DSLR / Mirrorless where they do most things automatically for you and the real fun experience camera is Leica M? They are just a get the job done camera abd is about the result only, if want a fun camera better get Leica M if you not doing photography as your career?
I think that the experience with the Leica SL is special, when it comes to having just 8 buttons and 5 of them are customizable compared to the competition that is covered in buttons. There’s something about using a well designed tool that gets out of the way and let’s you create that is very satisfying and a unique experience. As a professional these are just tools at the end of the day but the SL is a great tool that I’m excited to use! Not sure about the X2D as I haven’t used one but hope to get to try one out someday!
So good
Thank you!
Hey, 50 sub, you have 51... love what you are doing, smile and 5,000 sub are coming.
Q. Personally how UpP like video comp to Cannon ?
Best.
Thanks Dejan! I’ll be posting a video about the video on the SL2-S but I really like it! Definitely an upgrade and I really like L-log!
Welcome to the club dude!
Thank you Victor!
In other words, Canon sucks. I came to the same conclusion myself. I went Leica M and Sony.
I wouldn’t say canon sucks, but it was definitely time for me to switch!
I Went from Canon to Fuji and
It was Fuji that introduced me to the world of Leica system.
Fuji will do that to ya! I jumped right in with my M6 and it’s been no looking back since
Great Video 👍🏻 How do you color grade your Video? And was this Video shot on Canon or Leica?
Thank you! I’ll make a video on how I grade my footage but I use buttery luts to convert to rec709 then Eric flobergs 606 luts and some grain! This was shot on a canon but will be on Leica moving forward!
You got yourself a new subscriber my guy! Also what pants are you wear???
Thank you! they are the linen pants by Banks Journal!
Dumped my entire lot of Canon gear including a 5DM4 for an SL2 and a few SL lenses. Never leaving.
Best decision I made.. I may be looking at a SL2 as well!
@@lukasvanderlende I needed a backup along with carrying both the 24-90 and the 90-280 zooms. So I got a like new S1R Panny. Similar sensors but totally different cameras. I like the fact I can use L mount lens on both set up’s independently. I tell yah the S1R’s learning curve is steeper than the SL2.
Huge vast array of options on the S1R. Love ❤️ both.
I do like your points and agree...
Thank you!
Hey man, thank you for making this video! I'm considering selling all my Fujifilm X gear to switch over to Leica, and you just have me even more reasons to do so! Did you go through a platform like mpb to do that?
Oh nice! I’m loving my Leica kit! I didn’t, I parted out my canon kit and sold individually then purchased all of my camera bodies and lenses from a Facebook group ‘Leica Classifieds’ I’ve found that’s one of the safest and cheapest places to pick up used Leica gear!
@@lukasvanderlende Oh, thanks for the Facebook group tip, I'll go check it out! Can't wait to see your future videos on Leica :)
@@Robinooode for sure! And thank you! Just posted a video on my custom setting for the SL2 and SL2-S, I think it’ll be helpful for when you make the switch!
Great vid! Thank you
Thank you!!
Lukas I'm curious and it is not photography related. Are your ancestors by any chance from Belgium or the Netherlands? Creative greetings Alain
Alain, yes! My ancestors are from the Netherlands! Greetings!
@@lukasvanderlende By coincidence came across your video, perhaps give I have also been using a Leica SL2-S for the past six months.
@@alainmonnens sounds like we had the same idea at the same time! How are you liking the sl2-s?
@@lukasvanderlende I am very glad I made the switch. It was mainly limiting the different camera systems that I had that motivated me to switch to the Leica SL2-S. Before that I had several cameras from the Fujifilm range both APC and MF. Now I have just one body and two prime lenses and want to limit myself to that for the time being. Yet somewhere in the back of my mind I have the urge to look for a Q monochrome, to further limit myself for my personal work to one lens and no color.
Lucas is an evil?
It appears so
Awesome content!
Hey! Thanks Erik!
Hey Lukas, just came across your page and i love the fact that you are giving such a realistic play by play on why you switched. Can i ask why you chose the SL2-S over the SL2? I am looking at switching from Canon (1Dx ii and C70) to the Leica set up and would love your take.
thanks again
Hey! Thank you so much! So I started with the SL2-S mainly for the low light ability, i felt like it was a bit more versatile for my needs as a single camera. I did just pick up a SL2 and have been loving it as well, but I do notice the low light suffering from the larger sensor!
@@lukasvanderlende UGHHHHH so what your saying is that i need both - LOL I am going to pick up the SL2 today. Hope it works out.
@@onebadassacrobat definitely don’t NEED both but for me it was important, I like having two bodies anyway and for filming this content it’s nice to have two cameras. Also I camera scan my film so I’m super excited to use the SL2 there as well!
@@onebadassacrobat let me know what you think of the SL2!
@@lukasvanderlende Pulled the trigger and bought the camera with two Sigma Lens' - 35mm + 24-70 (both Lens Art Series). - Heading to Barcelona tonight and looking forward to exploring with this camera (been to Barcelona several times but not with this accessory). Thanks again and will keep you posted
Top work man! This is by far the best video on this camera on TH-cam, feel like I can relate to your photos way more than what else is out there. I have the SL2 but am always wondering whether I should've gotten the SLS due to its better video performance. How have you found it so far from that perspective?
Thank you so much, really appreciate that! I did pick up a SL2 as well so I have both and when it comes to low light and video the SL2-S is definitely better! But I love the SL2 and having the flexibility to have the best of both. Studio conditions they are very similar for video
Mate, pretty much recently did exactly the same thing. Sold all my canon gear and moved to SL2 and SL2S. Have had them for a month now and have not looked back. Like you, I use my m mount lenses for personal work and sigma art lenses for professional work. Also the Panasonic 70-200 which is amazing. These cameras have re-enthused my practice and also it is the first time I have a camera for both personal and professional work. I will purchase a second SL2S. My wife wears glasses and for her the viewfinder and EVF is unparalleled to anything she has ever used. Also the menu system is so intuitive. And the colours! Haha I could go on and on. And for those who says Leica is expensive, the comparable canon , Sony and Nikon mirrorless cameras are pretty much the same price. I could use these cameras for the next ten years.
Oh man, I could go on and on as well! Very valid about the comparable cameras from canon and Sony being almost just as expensive! Yeah I’m fully down the Leica rabbit hole, and happy about it! Definitely can use these cameras for a very long time!!
Always nice to discover new Leica content on this platform! I have also tried out the SL2-S with a native lens and an M one (check out the videos on my channel if interested ;-)). Loved it! Looking forward to what you will create with it next!
Thank you! I’m excited to test out native Leica lenses on it, but for now I have the sigma 105 macro to scan film with. I’ll definitely check them out! Not much Leica content here!
@@lukasvanderlende no indeed, there is a quite some room for more Leica content 😃 ✌🏻
@@berndvandecruys the best type of content 😂🙌