Leica Camera presents the Leica SL (Typ 601), the new professional camera system which pairs cutting-edge mirrorless technology with speed and optical performance. The Leica SL is a new generation of a true Leica which promises to challenge the status quo of modern photography.
Leica Camera will begin shipping the Leica SL in mid-November. The Leica SL has a two-year warranty.
Key Benefits
- Largest, fastest&highest resolution EVF (4.4 MP@60FPS / X 0.8 magnification)
- Fastest burst rate: 11 fps@ 24 MP, 1080p@120 fps, 4 k (UHD) @ 30 fps&Cine4K @ 24 fps
- Fastest AF in full frame system cameras
- Best in class image quality with all supported Leica lenses (SL, S, R, M, T&Cine)
- Fastest SD standard (UHS2) with a secondary (UHS1) back up SD card slot
- Best video quality: 4k at 30 fps (Super 35), 1080HD@120fps (FF) (10 bit via HDMI out)
- Latest generation of Leica Professional user interface with hybrid touch operation
Important Features
- 24-MP CMOS sensor: ISO 50-50,000 for highest performance under every lighting condition
- Weather sealed to protect from spray water and dust
- Shutter speed from 30 min (bulb) – 1/8,000s (mechanical)
- Ultrasonic sensor cleaning
- Integrated WiFi and GPS module
- State of the art connectivity: Remote control, Viewer&Sharing App for iOS&Android
- Made in Germany
- Milled from solid blocks of aluminum
The body of the Leica SL is machined from two solid blocks of aluminum and hand-finished to create a unique piece of work. The material used in the construction of the Leica SL guarantees exceptional endurance. The Leica SL and its lenses are sealed against dust and water. This ensures that the SL system is reliable under the toughest conditions.
The Leica SL allows video recordings in FullHD&4k for professional movie footage. It offers 1080p @ up to 120 fps, 4k (UHD) @ 30 fps&4k (cine) @ 24 fps. The Leica SL records high-quality moving pictures on the internal SD cards in 4:2:0 8 bit. The HDMI delivers 4:2:2 10 bit for external recorders. With the PL Adapters, the cinematographer can use the Leica Summicron-C and Leica Summilux-C Cine lenses.
Leica SL – WiFi, SL App
The Leica SL has an integrated WiFi module. The Leica SL App is available as a free download from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store The App allows the user to remotely control the camera via a phone or tablet. The user will be able to set the shutter speed and aperture and capture the scene via the tablet or phone. This makes it easy to shoot remotely from unusual angles.
Leica SL – Technical Details
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Camera Type:
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Leica SL (Typ 601)
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| Order No: | 10850 |
| Lenses: | |
| Lens Mount: | Leica L-Mount |
| Applicable Lenses: | Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24–90 mm f/2.8–4 ASPH. Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90–280 mm f/2.8–4 Leica Summilux-SL 50 mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lenses from the Leica T Camera System, Leica M Lenses with Leica M-Adapter T, Leica S-Lenses with Leica S-Adapter L, Leica R-Lenses with Leica R Adapter L and Leica Cine lenses with Leica PL-Adapter L. |
| Sensor: | |
| Type: | 24-MP-CMOS-Sensor (24 x 36 mm) |
| Resolution: | Full Frame (24 MP): 6000 x 4000 Pixel APS-C (10 MP): 3936 x 2624 Pixel |
| Filter: | IR-Filter, no Lowpass Filter |
| ISO: | ISO 50–ISO 50000 |
| Sensor Cleaning: | Provided |
| Processor | |
| Type: | Leica Maestro II series |
| Internal RAM: | 2 GB: 33 DNGs or 30 JPEGs and DNGs |
| Image | |
| Image Data Format: | JPEG, DNG |
| Color Depth: | 14 bit (DNG), 8 bit (JPEG) |
| JPEG: | Color Space Adobe RGB, ECI RGB, sRGB |
| Motion | |
| File Format: | MP4, MOV |
| Resolution: | 4K (4096 x 2160) @ 24 fps 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 25 and 30 fps 1080 @ 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100 and 120 fps 720 @ 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100 and 120 fps |
| Bitrate: | 8 bit (recording); 10 bit (HDMI not recording) |
| Color Sampling: | 4:2:2/10 bit (HDMI only) 4:2:0/8 bit (recording on SD card) |
| Video: | V-Log L gamma selectable |
| Audio: | Manual/Auto; Stereo microphone, 48 kHz, 16 bit; Wind elimination |
| Audio external via Audio-Adapter: | Audio-In (3.5 mm phone jack), Audio-Out (3.5 mm phone jack) |
| Movie Length: | Max. duration: 29 min, Max. size: 4 GB |
| EVF | |
| Resolution: | SXAG, 4.4 MP |
| Size: | 0.66" |
| Eye Point: | 20mm |
| Field of View: | 37° |
| Magnification: | x 0.80 (With 50 mm lens at infinity, −1 dpt) |
| Frame Coverage: | 100 % |
| Diopter Correction: | −4 to +2 |
| Eye Sensor: | Yes |
| Live View: | Operating Modes: Video and Photo Live-View separated Frame rate: up to 60 fps Exposure simulation available Optional information: Focus Peaking Histogram Clipping/Zebra Level Grid Overlay (3 x 3, 6 x 4) Aspect Ratio (1.33:1; 1.66:1; 1.78:1; 1.85:1; 2.35:1; 2.4:1) Safe Area (80% ; 90% ; 92.5% ; 95%) |
| Storage: | SD 1 slot (UHS II) with maximum writing speed 100 MB/s, SD 2 slot (UHS I) with maximum writing speed 30 MB/s |
| Focusing | |
| Type: | Contrast AF |
| Focus Modes: | AF-S (focus priority), AF-C (shutter priority), MF, Touch-AF |
| AF Modes: | Static, Dynamic (tracking), Auto (face detection) |
| AF Size: | Point, Field, Zone (9 Fields) |
| AF Steps: | 37 or 49 Fields |
| AF Assist Lamp: | Built in |
| Exposure | |
| Exposure Modes: | Program Mode (P), Shutter speed priority mode (T), Aperture priority mode (A) and manual mode (M) |
| Exposure Metering Modes: | Center weighted, Multi zone, Spot |
| Exposure Compensation: | ±3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 EV-steps |
| Exposure Bracketing: | 3/5/7 images in 1/2/3 aperture steps; additional direct JPEG-HDR |
| White Balance: | Preset Auto, Daylight 5200 K, Cloudy 6000 K, Shade 7000 K, Tungsten 3200 K, HMI 5600 K, Fluorescent warm 4000 K, Fluorescent cool 4500 K, Flash 5400 K, Greycard, Manual color temperature 2000 K to 11500 K |
| Shutter | |
| Type: | Focal plain shutter |
| Drive Modes: | Single, Continuous slow S (4 fps), Continuous medium M (7 fps), Continuous fast F (11 fps), Self timer 2 s, Self timer 12 s, Interval, Exposure Bracketing, Time exposures up to 30 min |
| Shutter Speed: | 1/8000 s to 60 s, time exposures up to 30 min, Max. frame rate 11 fps, |
| Flash | |
| Interface: | Standard X-jack, Hot shoe with Sync. and TTL-Mode contacts |
| X-Synchronization: | 1/250s |
| Wi-Fi: | Built in, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.5 GHz) |
| GPS: | Built in, Automatic time and date, Sensitivity < 1° |
| Power Supply: | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, Nominal voltage 8.4 V, Capacity at least 1860 mAh; Lifetime per charge (CIPA): approx. 400 shoots; Charging time: approx. 180 min; Charger: 100–240 V 50/60 Hz 0.25 A with adapters |
| Touch Screen: | 2.95" Touch Back light LED with Anti-fingerprint and Anti-scratch coating; 1.04 Mio. pixels; Format 3:2; View angle: 170°; Colors: 16 Million; Frame coverage: 100% |
| Top Display: | 1.28" highly reflective monochrome LCD; 128 x 128 dots; View angle 120°; Anti-fingerprint coating |
| Housing | |
| Material: | Milled Aluminium |
| Dust/Spray Water Sealing: | Provided |
| Interfaces: | USB 3.0 Micro Type B; HDMI Type A; Multi connector adapter for Audio-Out 3.5 mm/Audio-In 3.5 mm; Multi Connector cable release; ISO accessory shoe with center and control contacts for flash units; Standard X-jack; Multifunctional interface in baseplate for optional handgrip |
| Tripod Threat: | A 1/4 DIN 4503 (1/4") with anti-twist locking pin |
| Dimensions/Weight: | 147 x 104 x 39 mm (W x H x D) / approx. 771/847g (with/without battery) |
| Working Conditions: | Approx. 0°– 40°C, max. 85% humidity |
| Scope of Delivery: | Camera body, Camera strap, Lens mount cap, Battery, Battery Charger with international adapter, USB 3.0- cable, Manual, Warranty Card, Leica Lens cleaning tissue |
| Software: | Remote Control (USB): Leica Image Shuttle SL; Remote Control (Wi-Fi): Leica SL app (Android/iOS) |
| Warranty: | 2 years or 200,000 releases |
