Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera

The Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera arrives with a bundle of features that continue to prove the brand's Midas touch. At the core of this release is the hybrid autofocus system and its 24 MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor, which supports continuous shooting at up to 30 frames per second with full autofocus, making it the fastest Leica ever built. The video capabilities are equally impressive, providing unlimited 6K Open Gate internal recording while utilizing the full size of the sensor in its native 3:2 aspect ratio. Securely protected by an IP54-certified solid all-metal body and credentials technology in accordance with the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI), the SL3-S covers all bases.

24MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Sensor and Maestro IV Processor

Spearheading this launch is the 24MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with fast PDAF. When combined with the Maestro IV processor and 8GB of buffer memory it provides exceptional low-light performance and incredible color output at a file size ideal for sharing, making the SL3-S a powerful asset for a diverse amount of shooting situations. This system allows for DNG and JPEG format at 24MP and handheld multishot modes at 48 and 96MP.

Advanced Autofocus System

The SL3-S sensor boasts 779 autofocus points, which is three times more than the SL-2S and over two times more than the SL3. The combination of Contrast Detection AF and the 779-point phase-detection system affords quicker, more intelligent object detection and tracking for working with moving subjects, especially when shooting continuously up to 30 fps. Tracking, in general, has never been easier for Leica users.

Video Capabilities

Unlimited 6K Open Gate Internal Recording

This system's video capabilities were meant to match its photo counterpart, with unlimited 6K Open Gate internal recording the user gains new creative possibilities when it comes to postproduction while using the full size of the sensor in its native 3:2 ratio. Additionally, this upgrade offers:

Re-Framing Flexibility: Allows for cropping and adjusting framing without losing quality.

Better for Visual Effects: More image data aids in tasks like stabilization, tracking, and applying visual effects.

Allows usage of anamorphic lenses on an SL3-S without loss of image information.

Creative Aspect Ratios: Provides the option to experiment with different aspect ratios, like 4:3 or 3:2, giving more creative control.

External Recording and Additional Video Features

5.9K RAW external recording provides the best post-production flexibility, offering malleable files with incredible dynamic range and color grading support. Additionally, you can now use larger storage options thanks to SSD recording via USB-C.

Direct SSD recording via USB-C allows users to use larger storage options

Records HDMI-Raw in 5.9K at 30 fps to external display recorders

Upgraded Cine Mode specifically for professional video production

Fast transmission rates for CFexpress type B are supported for video production in up to 6K quality with efficiency codecs and lauded L-Log color space

Professional Body Design

Image Stabilization and EyeRes Viewfinder

Complementing this camera's powerful sensor is a 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization IBIS system that provides up to 5 stops of shake reduction, allowing you to capture sharper handheld images. The SL3-S EyeRes viewfinder is equipped with an optical system of glass lenses display that clearly displays the subjects with up to 120 images per second and a resolution of 5.76m-dot.

Additional Body Features

UX design adapts based on orientation of camera body

Tiltable screen with enhanced touch and gesture control

SD UHS II + CFexpress Type B

HDMI 2.1 Type A

Timecode Interface

USB-C

Direct to SSD Capturing

Leica Content Credentials

The SL3-S is the first camera in the SL system with Leica Content Credentials and dedicated CAI-compliant hardware. You can have each image signed with tamperproof metadata and receive access to verification tools that provide content, production, and editing process history.

• Imaging
• Lens Mount
• L-Mount
• Sensor Resolution
• Actual: 25.3 Megapixel
• Effective: 24.6 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 30 Seconds
• Electronic Shutter
• 1/16000 to 60 Seconds
• Bulb/Time Mode
• Bulb Mode
• ISO Sensitivity Range
• 100 to 200,000 in Manual Mode
• 100 to 200,000
• 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, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Manual, Shade, Tungsten
• Continuous Shooting
• Up to 30 fps at Maximum Resolution
• Interval Recording
• Yes
• Self-Timer
• 2/6/12/30-Second Delay
• Still Image Capture
• Aspect Ratio
• 3:2, 16:9, 17:9
• Image File Format
• DNG, JPEG
• Bit Depth
• 14-Bit
• Video Capture
• Internal Recording Modes
• Raw 10-Bit
• UHD 6K (5888 x 3312) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
• 4128 x 2160 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
• H.264/H.265 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 8/10-Bit
• UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 Mb/s]
• 1920 x 1080PsF at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [20 to 28 Mb/s]
• H.264 ALL-Intra 4:2:2 10-Bit
• UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps [400 to 800 Mb/s]
• 1920 x 1080PsF at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94/100 fps [200 to 400 Mb/s]
• H.265 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit
• 5952 x 3968 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [200 Mb/s]
• 5888 x 3312 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [200 Mb/s]
• 5952 x 3136 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [200 Mb/s]
• 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps [400 to 800 Mb/s]
• H.265 Long GOP 4:2:0 10-Bit
• 1920 x 1080PsF at 25/29.97 fps [100 Mb/s]
• ProRes 4:2:2
• 5792 x 3056 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [1551 to 1939 Mb/s]
• 4096 x 2160 at 25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [811 to 1944 Mb/s]
• 1920 x 1080PsF at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [181 to 454 Mb/s]
• External Recording Modes
• 4:2:2 12-Bit via HDMI
• 5776 x 3056
• Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
• Slow-Motion Only
• Gamma Curve
• Rec709, Rec2020
• Recording Limit
• No
• IP Streaming
• No
• 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 HDMI Output
• Audio I/O
• 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Headphone/Microphone Input/Output
• Power I/O
• 1x USB-C Input/Output
• Other I/O
• 1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2) Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
• Wireless
• 2.4 GHz MIMO Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0
• Mobile App Compatible
• Yes: Android & iOS
• App Name: Leica FOTOS App
• Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
• GPS
• *Via Connected Smartphone
• Monitor
• Display Size
• 3.2"
• Resolution
• 2,332,800 Dot
• Display Type
• Tilting Touchscreen LCD
• Viewfinder
• Type
• Built-In Electronic (OLED)
• Resolution
• 5,760,000 Dot
• Eye Point
• 21 mm
• Coverage
• 100%
• Magnification
• Approx. 0.76x
• Diopter Adjustment
• -4 to +2
• Focus
• Focus Type
• Auto and Manual Focus
• Focus Mode
• Automatic
• Autofocus Points
• Photo
• Contrast Detection: 315
• Photo
• Phase Detection: 779
• 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
• General
• Battery Type
• 1x Leica BP-SCL6 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Approx. 315 Shots)
• Shoe Mount
• 1x Hot Shoe
• Tripod Mounting Thread
• 1x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
• Accessory Mounting Thread
• 1x 1/4"-20 on Camera Body
• Material of Construction
• Aluminum, Magnesium Alloy
• Operating Conditions
• 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
• Weight
• 4.715625 lb / 2139 g (With Battery)