[0.775 lb] First off, the build quality is as you'd expect from Leica. It's flawless in that respect. Where this thrives, however, is in allowing Panasonic and Sigma L-Mount Alliance lenses to be used without any power issues. Prior to purchasing this, my non-Leica lenses would cause my SL2 to only shoot in single or 3fps burst mode once the battery reaches 75% or less. After testing this grip, I was able to shoot 1,652 images in High speed burst with image stabilization active the entire time. Even after the second battery reached about 5-10%, high speed burst still worked perfectly. If I detached the grip and used the same battery at that level, the camera would not allow shooting at that speed.

[0.775 lb] There is a place to plug in the usbc female lead back into the battery when not in use. It clicks in with a satisfying, solid lock and forms a loop with the battery cable.


However, when pulling the female end back out, there isn't much to hold onto, except for the cable itself. When storing, I would NOT click the cable all the way in, since over time, I could see this straining the cable leads.


Also, you'll need 27 watts from your power source.

[0.775 lb] Typical of Leica, it's over-engineered, which is fine by me. My hands are medium, so it wasn't purchased for extra gripping, but I do a lot of architecture, most of which is taller than wide, so it's a bit easier when swinging it around in portrait mode.

[0.775 lb] It simply works; nothing fancy, just functional.

[0.775 lb] I bought this for the portrait grip & 2nd battery functionality, however I'm particularly pleased with another benefit... without the handgrip I find the bottom corner of the SL2-S digs into the palm of my hand (when coupled with a heavy lens), the handgrip cures that & makes using the SL2-S a much more comfortable experience. Well made quality item, not as heavy as it looks, but its certainly expensive for what it is!

[0.775 lb] While the build quality may not be especially strong, it is compact for a 2 battery charger, and charges batteries faster than the previous Leica charger. For me it does exactly what it needs to do. Could it be cheaper? Yes I believe so, but it doesn't take away from this being a quality name brand charger.

[0.775 lb] Liked the lighting when charging and the 4 little anti skippering pads to hold it upward.
Charging the battery directly from the camera may compromise the waterproofing overtime.

[0.775 lb] Well engineered and built like most all Leica products. A cable release is a must have accessory for slow, tripod-mounted exposures!

[0.775 lb] Expensive, but worth it. Game-changer, makes the SL-2 feel even more professional than it already is, don't know how I ever lived without this.

[0.775 lb] As you know, if it's Leica it's expensive. Yes, this charger should cost $50, but it works very well and is convenient (despite the large size) as a travel charger. I've tried it with a few USB C chargers (I like the GaN chargers from Anker and others best - fast, well regulated) and a USB C car charger and they all work. Charging rate on the newer BP-SCL6 batteries is pretty good, and I trust the conditioning circuitry on the Leica charger much more than I would third party options. It's a tad bulky, but fits easily in most camera backpacks and should bags. As usual, B&H service was exceptional.