Leica announced a new SL3-S full-frame mirrorless camera

By PR admin | Published: January 16, 2025



The previously rumored Leica SL3-S full-frame mirrorless camera is now officially announced (as expected). Additional informtion on the SL3-S can be found here: "Leica’s SL3-S Is the Fastest Camera in Its 100-Year History".

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Leica SL3-S full-frame mirrorless camera officially announced

Leica SL3-S features:

  • Full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with 24 megapixels and a quick PDAF hybrid autofocus system (30 fps, 12 bit, AFc)
  • Open-gate video recording (6K, 30 fps / 4K, 60 fps) and HDMI-RAW Video (5.9K, 30 fps / 4K, 60 fps)
  • 48MP and 96MP multi-shot mode
  • The intuitive operation and customizable functions deliver the unique Leica user experience
  • In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) and L-mount bayonet
  • 5.76 million dot OLED viewfinder and tiltable 3.2-inch display with 2.3 million dots
  • Leica Content Credentials Support
  • Direct to SSD recording via USB-C
  • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (MIMO)
  • SD UHS-II, CFexpress type B and USB-C, SSD recording, HDMI 2.1 type A and 3.5 mm jack, timecode interface
  • Made in Germany, IP54 Weather Sealing Certification
  • Camera to Cloud with Frame.io planned in 2025
  • New 24 Megapixel BSI CMOS Sensory
  • ISO range from 50 to 200,000
  • New Advanced Hybrid AF-System (PDAF + Contrast Detection AF + Object Detection AF) with 779 AF points
  • Maestro IV Processor with L2 Technology and 8GB of buffer memory
  • 30 fps capture in AFc mode
  • Handheld Multishot mode up to 96 Megapixels
  • Leica Content Credentials Support with hardware encryption chip
  • CF Express Type B and SD UHS II
  • HDMI 2.1 Type A (Full size)
  • USB-C (3.1 incl. charging)
  • Timecode Interface
  • Optimized ergonomics, size and weight
  • Tiltable high resolution touchscreen
  • 5.76 million dot OLED Viewfinder with up to 120fps
  • IP54 certification
  • Unlimited 6K Open Gate Internal Recording
  • Unlimited 5.8K Internal ProRes 422 HQ Recording
  • 5.9K 12bit ProRes RAW External Video Recording
  • High-Speed connectivity (Bluetooth + Wi-Fi 2×2 MIMO)
  • Direct to SSD recording via USB-C
  • Camera to Cloud with Frame.io planned in 2025
  • Optional DC-Coupler and Double-Charger

Via LeicaRumors

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