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Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera

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Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera
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Key Features
  • 24MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Sensor
  • Maestro IV Processor with L2 Technology
  • Hybrid AF System with 779 Points
  • 3.2" 5.7m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
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.
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Leica SL3-S Overview

Leica SL3-S: Faster than Ever
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 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.

Leica SL3-S Specs

Key Specs
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 25.3 Megapixel
Effective: 24.6 Megapixel
Image Sensor
Full-Frame BSI CMOS
Image Stabilization
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
ISO Sensitivity Range
100 to 200,000 in Manual Mode
100 to 200,000
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
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
Display Type
Tilting Touchscreen LCD
Battery
1x Leica BP-SCL6 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Included)
 • Approx. 315 Shots
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
Built-In ND Filter
No
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
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
1x Leica BP-SCL6 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Included)
 • 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 
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.6 x 4.3 x 3.3" / 141.2 x 108 x 82.7 mm
Weight
1.9 lb / 0.9 kg (With Battery)
1.7 lb / 768 g (Body Only)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.885 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.6 x 7.8 x 6.6"

Leica SL3-S Reviews

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Can this camera be used with all of the lenses ...

Can this camera be used with all of the lenses for the m series cameras?
Asked by: daniel
Yes, if you use the Leica M-Adapter L, you can adapt Leica M series lenses to Leica SL series cameras such as the Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera.
Answered by: Ejona G
Date published: 2025-01-19

native iso?

native iso?
Asked by: VICTOR
100 ISO is the native ISO for the SL3-S.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2025-02-14

greetings is 12 bit external video open gate?

greetings is 12 bit external video open gate?
Asked by: Joshua
When selecting RAW 12bit Video recording via HDMI on the Leica SL3-S, the output is 16:9: 5888x3312.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2025-01-18

What is the largest SD card capacity that will ...

What is the largest SD card capacity that will work in this camera?
Asked by: Thomas
2TB is the largest capacity SD, SSD or CF Express card that can be used in the SL3 and SL3-S.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2025-02-10

Will the Leica SL3-S offer an added battery grip?

Will the Leica SL3-S offer an added battery grip?
Asked by: Ronald C
Leica HG-SCL7 Multifunctional Handgrip BH #LEMHHGSCL7 is the only grip currently available that will work for for the Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera. .
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2025-01-21

Can you record 12 bit to an ssd via the usbc?

Can you record 12 bit to an ssd via the usbc?
Asked by: Joshua
Video recording to a SSD via the USB-C port is possible with all video formats except for RAW 12bit video recording, which requires a HDMI recorder.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2025-01-24
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