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Leica Sofort 2 review: 112 specs compared

Avg. price:~£320Sensor size:1/5"Weight:320 gBattery life (CIPA):100 shots

Leica Sofort 2 Review: Compare 112 technical specifications and 26 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

Leica Sofort 2
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components

35%

3.7

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

9.3

Sentiment score

▲Better than 55% of cameras
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

▲Better than 65%
3.7

Technical score

Technical score
3.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

28%

4.7

Sensor & Image

25%

2.9

Photo Features

18%

2.7

Video & Audio

14%

5.3

Display & Design

8%

1.1

Battery & Power

7%

5.3

Connectivity & Storage

▼Worse than 90%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 54% of models

80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (26)
14 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 54%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Leica Sofort 2

Based on 10 · 12

The app, design and photo selection win fans, but image quality, low-light results and value disappoint, and controls divide opinion.
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Technical Specifications of camera Leica Sofort 2

Technical score
Technical score
3.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

28%

4.7

Sensor & Image

25%

2.9

Photo Features

18%

2.7

Video & Audio

14%

5.3

Display & Design

8%

1.1

Battery & Power

7%

5.3

Connectivity & Storage

3.7
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

7.2
Sensor size
1/5"
This camera has a sensor size of 1/5", which is smaller than 99.5% of cameras and the same as 0.2% of cameras.
Sensor resolution
4.9 MP
This camera captures images at 4.9 MP, which is lower than 99.4% of cameras and equal to 0.1% of cameras.
Sensor pixel size
?
Base ISO
100
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 100, which is lower than 26.7% of cameras and equal to 53.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 1600 ISO
This camera reaches ISO 1,600, which is lower than 85.6% of cameras and equal to 13.3% of cameras.
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What reviewers say
Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
N/A
N. of focus points
?
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 36.6% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
no
This camera does not support AF tracking. 87.5% of cameras support this feature.
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What reviewers say
Max video resolution
N/A
Video bitrate
N/A
Video bit depth
N/A
Video chroma subsampling
N/A
Video codecs
N/A
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Type
instant
Weight
320 g
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 320 g, which is lighter than 58.5% of cameras and equal to 0.1% of cameras.
Width
123 mm
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera is 123 mm wide, which is wider than 57.9% of cameras and equal to 1% of cameras.
Height
86 mm
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera is 86 mm tall, which is taller than 63.8% of cameras and equal to 0.1% of cameras.
Thickness
44 mm
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera is 44 mm thick, which is thinner than 51.9% of cameras and equal to 0.3% of cameras.
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What reviewers say
Battery life (CIPA)
100 shots
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera lasts for 100 shots per charge, which is shorter than 99.4% of cameras and equal to 0.2% of cameras.
Battery capacity
740 mAh
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has 740 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 85.4% of cameras and equal to 2.4% of cameras.
Removable battery
no
This camera lacks a removable battery, while 97.9% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.6% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 48.2% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This camera has Bluetooth. 24% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
4.2
This camera has Bluetooth 4.2, which is newer than 85.1% of cameras and the same as 10.1% of cameras.
USB Type-C
yes
This camera features USB Type-C. 16.3% of cameras use USB-C ports.
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Leica Sofort 2 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • Has USB Type-C
    This camera has a USB Type-C port, the average camera does not. 16.4% of cameras use USB-C.
  • Has a touchscreen
    This camera has a touchscreen, the average camera does not. 36.7% of cameras support touchscreen input.
  • Has Bluetooth
    This camera supports Bluetooth, the average camera does not. 24.1% of cameras support Bluetooth.
  • Smartphone remote control
    This camera supports smartphone remote control, the average camera does not. 46.2% of cameras support smartphone remote control.
  • 23.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 54% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (26)
    14 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 6.5
  • 9 years newer
    This camera was released more recently than the average camera (2023 vs 2014). The average camera was released in 2014.
    2,023 vs 2,014
  • Faster USB connection
    This camera transfers data faster than the average camera (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average camera uses USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 29.2% higher sentiment score
    9.3 vs 7.2
  • 23.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 54% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (26)
    14 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 6.5
  • 29.2% higher sentiment score
    9.3 vs 7.2
  • Has a touchscreen
    This camera has a touchscreen, the average camera does not. 36.7% of cameras support touchscreen input.
  • 69.5 g lighter
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (320 g vs 389.5 g). The average camera weighs 389.5 g.
    320 g vs 389.5 g
  • 9 years newer
    This camera was released more recently than the average camera (2023 vs 2014). The average camera was released in 2014.
    2,023 vs 2,014
  • Has USB Type-C
    This camera has a USB Type-C port, the average camera does not. 16.4% of cameras use USB-C.
  • Has Bluetooth
    This camera supports Bluetooth, the average camera does not. 24.1% of cameras support Bluetooth.
  • Smartphone remote control
    This camera supports smartphone remote control, the average camera does not. 46.2% of cameras support smartphone remote control.
  • Faster USB connection
    This camera transfers data faster than the average camera (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average camera uses USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Smaller image sensor
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/5" vs 2/3"). The average camera's sensor size is 2/3".
    1/5" vs 2/3"
  • Fewer megapixels
    This camera has fewer megapixels than the average camera (4.9 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera's sensor resolution is 16.2 MP.
    4.9 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • No AF tracking
    This camera does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 87.4% of cameras support it.
  • 4.6 fps slower mechanical burst
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1 fps vs 5.6 fps). The average camera reaches 5.6 fps.
    1 fps vs 5.6 fps
  • Lacks HDR mode
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • No hot shoe
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 230 shots shorter battery life
    This camera lasts shorter per charge than the average camera (100 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera lasts for 330 shots.
    100 shots vs 330 shots
  • No continuous video AF
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • No hot shoe
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 12.3 mm taller body
    This camera is taller than the average camera (86 mm vs 73.7 mm). The average camera is 73.7 mm tall.
    86 mm vs 73.7 mm
  • Smaller image sensor
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/5" vs 2/3"). The average camera's sensor size is 2/3".
    1/5" vs 2/3"
  • Fewer megapixels
    This camera has fewer megapixels than the average camera (4.9 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera's sensor resolution is 16.2 MP.
    4.9 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • Lacks HDR mode
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 4,800 ISO lower maximum sensitivity
    This camera reaches a lower maximum ISO than the average camera (1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO). The average camera's maximum ISO is 6,400 ISO.
    1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • No AF tracking
    This camera does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 87.4% of cameras support it.
  • 4.6 fps slower mechanical burst
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1 fps vs 5.6 fps). The average camera reaches 5.6 fps.
    1 fps vs 5.6 fps
  • No RAW photo capture
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 61% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • No manual exposure control
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 71.5% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
  • 29.75 s shorter exposure
    This camera allows shorter exposures than the average camera (0.3 s vs 30 s). The average camera allows exposures up to 30 s.
    0.25 s vs 30 s
  • 84.6% less optical zoom
    This camera offers less optical zoom than the average camera (1 x vs 6.5 x). The average camera offers 6.5 x.
    1 x vs 6.5 x
  • No continuous video AF
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • 230 shots shorter battery life
    This camera lasts shorter per charge than the average camera (100 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera lasts for 330 shots.
    100 shots vs 330 shots
  • 380 mAh less battery capacity
    This camera has a smaller battery than the average camera (740 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has 1,120 mAh battery capacity.
    740 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • No removable battery
    This camera does not have a removable battery, while the average camera does.
  • No HDMI output
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 77.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

4.0
itsTeodore
≈ estimated
03/08/2024
Long-term test · 7 months of occasional use
Verdict
Leica Sofort 2 is not worth the price, with pixelated, off-colour prints and too little value over cheaper cameras.
8.0
Thomas James
≈ estimated
13/11/2023
Hands-on review · film styles, effects and print tests
Verdict
Leica Sofort 2 is a fun party camera with punchy film results, but the Leica premium is hard to justify for identical hardware.
9.0
Justin Mott
≈ estimated
11/11/2023
Everyday carry impressions · printing photos for subjects
Verdict
Leica Sofort 2 is a fun, handy camera worth carrying everywhere for printing photos to give away.
9.0
Bobby Tonelli
≈ estimated
05/11/2023
Hands-on review · two weeks of use, print and image tests
Verdict
Leica Sofort 2 is great fun and worth considering, despite a clunky menu and fingerprints.
7.0
Christopher Frost
≈ estimated
15/01/2024
Two-week review · photo tests, controls and battery use
Verdict
Leica Sofort 2 is fun and well built but pricey, with mediocre image quality and a weak battery; best for enthusiasts.
7.0
All The Gear No Idea
≈ estimated
10/12/2023
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a fun, pocketable toy to take anywhere; the optics are likely not great, but I look forward to using it.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
35mmc.com
≈ estimated
21/09/2026
Personal review · Party instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a fun party and holiday camera that prints any phone photo, but its 5MP JPEGs and limited transfers hold it back.
7.0
brooksreview.net
≈ estimated
13/06/2024
Long-term use · Instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a point-and-shoot whose soft, noisy prints capture moments rather than detail, so it suits parties more than serious shooting.
9.0
fixthephoto.com
✓ explicit
13/02/2025
Hands-on review · Hybrid instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a stylish hybrid whose digital-first shooting and simple controls suit instant-film fans, though its battery life and fixed lens hold it back.
8.0
fstoppers.com
≈ estimated
21/09/2025
Week-long test · Hybrid instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a fun, easy hybrid for everyday use, letting you choose which shots to print, but it's slow between shots and has no viewfinder.
7.0
shutterbug.com
≈ estimated
27/04/2024
Field test · Instant print camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a party camera whose instant prints get people talking, but its 4.9MP images and contrasty results keep it from serious shooting.
8.5
petapixel.com
✓ explicit
26/01/2024
Hands-on review · Digital instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a solid digital hybrid with a premium build that takes Instax film, but weak low-light performance and no focus control limit it.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
30/04/2024
Hands-on test · Instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a sharp, simple hybrid instant camera that works much like the instax mini Evo, suiting buyers who want Leica's name.
8.0
global.t3.com
✓ explicit
07/04/2025
Hands-on test · Hybrid instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a stylish, easy hybrid instant camera with a strong app, best for Leica fans; the instax mini Evo does much the same.
9.0
letemsvetemapplem.eu
✓ explicit
03/02/2024
Hands-on test · Instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a playful camera whose 100 filter combinations and printing lever suit friends and parties, though its screen is hard to read in sunlight.
8.0
global.techradar.com
✓ explicit
21/12/2023
Hands-on test · Premium instant camera
Verdict
The Leica Sofort 2 is a stylish instant camera that fits a coat pocket and prints well, but its image quality trails modern phones.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Leica Sofort 2

  • The 3 in touchscreen makes changing settings easy.
  • Charging runs over USB Type-C.
  • A Bluetooth link to a phone is built in.
  • A smartphone remote control lets you shoot from across the room.
  • At 44 mm thick, it stays slim in a bag.

What customers don't like about Leica Sofort 2

  • Continuous shooting runs at only 1 fps.
  • The battery is rated for 100 shots and cannot be removed.
  • A maximum ISO of 1600 makes low-light shots hard.
  • Manual exposure and HDMI output are both missing.
  • There is no water protection, and the minimum operating temperature is 5 °C.

Verdict

Buyers who want a touchscreen on an instant camera should look at the Leica Sofort 2. Its 3 in touchscreen is the main way to work the camera, and Bluetooth plus a smartphone remote control let you shoot from a distance. At 320 g it is heavy for a pocket but fine in a bag. The battery is rated for 100 shots, cannot be removed, and the camera fires only 1 frame per second. A maximum ISO of 1600 weakens low-light shots, and there is no manual exposure or HDMI output. The body has no water protection, and the minimum operating temperature is 5 °C. It suits a buyer who wants an easy camera for daytime use and short bursts of fun, not one for fast action or long outings in the cold.

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