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Leica SL3 Mirrorless Camera

SKU: 1022477     MPN:

LSL10607

$14,140.00

$12,295.65 excl. GST

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This camera offers exceptional image quality with a 60MP full-frame sensor and advanced Maestro IV processor, ensuring swift focusing and superb dynamic range. It features 5-axis stabilization for sharper images and versatile video capabilities, including 8K recording. The hybrid autofocusing system enhances performance in diverse conditions. With a durable, lightweight design, dual card slots, and extensive connectivity options, it is ideal for both photography and video tasks, providing flexibility and reliability.

Features

Coupling a powerful 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with the Maestro IV image processor, the SL3 promises swift focusing performance and excellent image quality with 15 stops of dynamic range and 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization. Improvements to the camera body include a 3.2" 2.3m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD for dynamic viewing options while capturing imagery, a CFexpress Type B slot and SD UHS-II slot for file-saving versatility, and a reduced weight of 1.7 pounds. Also noteworthy is the SL3's hybrid autofocusing system, which integrates Phase Detection AF with Contrast Detection AF and Object Detection AF, resulting in reliable performance in a multitude of shooting scenarios. These critical improvements to the camera's hardware and body have positioned this iteration to leap ahead of its predecessors.

60MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Sensor and Maestro IV Processor

At the front and center of the SL3's notable upgrades are its 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor and Maestro IV image processor. This duo combined with 8GB of buffer memory allows for incredible capturing speeds as well as superb image quality. This is double the amount of buffer memory available in the SL2-S, which means you'll experience noticeable speed improvements for all operations, including startup time. Additionally, this improved processor provides a wide ISO sensitivity range from 50-100000.

Triple Resolution Technology

Choose between 60, 36, or 18MP output while still utilizing the full sensor area with Leica's Triple Resolution Technology. This unique pixel binning process allows you to capture DNG and JPEG files at smaller sizes while still benefiting from the sensor's rich 14-bit color depth and 15-stops of dynamic range.

Hybrid AF System with PDAF

Utilizing a hybrid AF system for optimized focusing, the SL3 features Phase Detection AF with Object Detection AF and Contrast Detection AF, ensuring speedy shifts in focus as well as reliable performance in low light scenarios. With this improved focusing system, the camera tracks eyes, faces, bodies, and animals much more effectively.

8K Video Recording & ProRes 1080p

Take full advantage of the SL3 with its impressive video capturing capabilities. All video resolutions, including 8K, frame rates, and quality settings can be recorded internally or externally without limit.

ProRes 422 HQ recording can be done with Full HD resolution at frame rates up to 60p.

HDMI 2.1 Type A and USB-C ports provide greater access to accessories like external recorders, gimbals, and power banks, making the SL3 a great tool for video creation.

5-Axis Image Stabilization

Complementing this camera's powerful sensor is a 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization system that provides up to 5-stops of shake reduction, allowing you to capture sharper handheld images.

Body Design Updates & Additional Features

One CFexpress Type B slot and one SD UHS-II slot are available for added versatility for file saving, allowing you to separate JPEG and raw files to different cards or save duplicate files to each card.

A USB-C port allows for fast file transferring and tethering with full support for Capture One, Adobe Photoshop, and Lightroom. Also supports high-speed in-camera battery charging.

A full-size HDMI 2.1 Type A port benefits video applications and a 3.5mm microphone and headphone jacks for advanced audio recording needs.

Its durable magnesium and aluminum construction withstands tough weather conditions and is splash and dust protected with a rating of IP54.

  • Video recording capabilities: 8K, C8K, 4K, C4K, FHD, MP4 + MOV, H.265, and ProRes 1080p.
  • Leica L2 technology allows for a vast selection of L-mount compatible lenses.
  • Mechanical shutter speeds up to 1/8000 of a second.
  • Flash sync speeds up to 1/200.
  • Built-in Wi-Fi 5 (MIMO) and Bluetooth 5.1 work in conjunction with the Leica FOTOS app for wireless file transferring and remote camera control.
  • New graphical user interface with new icons and custom font for a more modern design and increased menu legibility.
  • Support for Live View portrait and landscape shooting with orientation auto-detection.
  • Photocentric menu settings are highlighted in red, while video centric settings are highlighted in yellow, aligning with the design language of the Leitz Cine lenses.

Specifications

Lens Mount

Leica L

Sensor Resolution

Actual
62.39 Megapixel
Effective
60.3 Megapixel

Image Sensor

Full-Frame BSI CMOS

Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent)

Crop Factor
1x
*Additional Crop Occurs in Select Video Modes

Image Stabilization

Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis

Capture Type

Stills & Video

Exposure Control

Shutter Type
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Speed
Mechanical Shutter: 1/8000 to 3600 Seconds
Electronic Shutter: 1/16000 to 60 Seconds
Bulb/Time Mode
Bulb Mode
ISO Sensitivity Range
100 to 100,000 in Auto Mode (Extended: 50 to 100,000)
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot
Exposure Modes
Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation
-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
White Balance
Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Halogen, Manual, Shade, Tungsten

Continuous Shooting

Electronic Shutter
Up to 15 fps
Interval Recording
Yes
Self-Timer
2/6/12/30-Second Delay

Still Image Capture

Image Sizes
3:2 DNG: 60.3 MP (9520 x 6336), 36.4 MP (7404 x 4928), 18.5 MP (5288 x 3518)
3:2 JPEG: 60.3 MP (9520 x 6336), 36.4 MP (7392 x 4928), 18.5 MP (5280 x 3504)
Aspect Ratio
3:2
Image File Format
DNG, JPEG
Bit Depth
14-Bit

Video Capture

Internal Recording Modes
H.265/H.265 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:2 8/10-Bit: DCI 8K (7680 x 4320) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [300 Mb/s]
H.264/H.264 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 8/10-Bit: DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps [600 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes
4:2:0 8-Bit via HDMI: DCI 8K (8192 x 4320)
4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI: DCI 4K (4096 x 2160)
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Slow-Motion Only
Gamma Curve
Rec709, Rec2020
Recording Limit
No
IP Streaming
No

Audio

Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
AAC Audio, LPCM Audio

Interface

Media/Memory Card Slot
Slot 1: CFexpress Type B
Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Video I/O
1x Micro-HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TS Mono Headphone Output
Power I/O
1x USB-C Input/Output
Other I/O
No

Wireless

5 GHz MIMO Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
GPS
*Via Connected Smartphone

Monitor

Display Size
3.2"
Resolution
2,300,000 Dot
Display Type
Tilting Touchscreen LED
Secondary Display
Top: LCD Status Display

Viewfinder

Type
Built-In Electronic (OLED)
Size
0.5"
Resolution
5,760,000 Dot
Eye Point
21 mm
Coverage
100%
Magnification
Approx. 0.78x
Diopter Adjustment
-4 to +2

Focus

Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus Points
Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 315

Flash

Built-In Flash/Light
No
Maximum Sync Speed
1/200 Second
Flash Compensation
-2 to +2 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System
TTL
External Flash Connection
Shoe Mount

Environmental

Operating Temperature
-10 to 40°C

General

Battery Type
1x BP-SCL6 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 2200 mAh
Shoe Mount
1x Hot Shoe
Tripod Mounting Thread
1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
Material of Construction
Aluminum, Magnesium Alloy
Dimensions (W x H x D)
151.45 x 108.05 x 84.6 mm
Weight
769.7 g (Body Only)