.jpg?width=1920&height=1920&fit=bounds&quality=80&format=jpg&auto=webp#)
Leica Announces a Speedy New SL3-S With Unlimited Open Gate 6K Video
To celebrate the company’s 100-year history, Leica has announced a follow-up to their popular SL3 mirrorless camera. The new Leica SL3-S is going to be the company’s fastest camera ever, and—along with all of its great photography exploits—will also be a pretty solid video camera to boot. Featuring a 24MP full-frame sensor, the Leica SL3-S will be able to provide unlimited 6K Open Gate internal recording while utilizing the full size of the sensor in its native 3:2 aspect ratio. These video specs are pretty impressive too when you consider the amount of quality design and photo-ability that you’d expect from a brand like Leica. Let’s look a bit more in-depth into what the Leica SL3-S has to offer and if it might be right for you and your photo and video needs.Introducing the Leica SL3-SFeaturing a strong, heavyweight build, and faster than ever before, the Leica SL3-S is set to continue the company’s legacy into the next century. At the core of the SL3-S is a hybrid autofocus system with 779 AF points with phase, contrast, and object detection available to shooters in all burst modes—even up to 30 frames per second. The Leica SL3-S boasts a 24 MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor which features an ISO range of 50 to 200,000 and allows 48 and 96MP in handheld Multishot mode. 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. The camera is also securely protected by an IP54-certified solid all-metal body, which Leica combines with the latest generation of phase detection with optimal autofocus support to make it the fastest Leica system to date. On top of that, to give the SL line an extra boost, the SL3-S is set to arrive with content credentials technology in accordance with the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI).Unlimited 6K Open Gate Internal RecordingLooking a bit deeper at the 24MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with fast PDAF, which when combined with the Maestro IV processor and 8GB of buffer memory, Leica is reporting exceptional low-light performance and incredible color output at a file size ideal for sharing. Plus the camera will be able to deliver fast transmission rates for CFexpress type B that are supported for video production in up to 6K quality with efficient codecs and in the L-Log color space lauded by professionals worldwide. Along with the unlimited 6K Open Gate internal recording, the Leica SL3-S will also feature 5.9K RAW external recording which should further provide post-production flexibility, offering malleable files with incredible dynamic range and color grading support. Additionally, shooters will now be able to use larger storage options thanks to SSD recording via USB-C. Leica also plans for 2025 including the ability to share footage directly to the cloud via Frame.io.Price and AvailabilityThe Leica SL3-S has just been announced and is available for pre-order now with an expected availability starting January 20th, 2025. Here are the full specs and purchase options. 24MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS SensorMaestro IV Processor with L2 TechnologyHybrid AF System with 779 Points3.2" 5.7m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD5.76m-Dot 0.78x-Mag. EyeRes OLED EVF6K Open Gate Internal RecordingISO 50-200,000, up to 30 fps Shooting6K, C6K, 4K, C4K & FHD 10-Bit Recording5-Axis Image Stabilization up to 5 StopsCFexpress Type B & SD UHS-II Card SlotsLeica SL3-S Mirrorless CameraWith an impeccable design, a heavyweight build, and now faster than ever, the Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera arrives with a bundle of features that continue to prove the brand's Midas touch.
To celebrate the company’s 100-year history, Leica has announced a follow-up to their popular SL3 mirrorless camera. The new Leica SL3-S is going to be the company’s fastest camera ever, and—along with all of its great photography exploits—will also be a pretty solid video camera to boot.
Featuring a 24MP full-frame sensor, the Leica SL3-S will be able to provide unlimited 6K Open Gate internal recording while utilizing the full size of the sensor in its native 3:2 aspect ratio. These video specs are pretty impressive too when you consider the amount of quality design and photo-ability that you’d expect from a brand like Leica.
Let’s look a bit more in-depth into what the Leica SL3-S has to offer and if it might be right for you and your photo and video needs.
Introducing the Leica SL3-S
Featuring a strong, heavyweight build, and faster than ever before, the Leica SL3-S is set to continue the company’s legacy into the next century. At the core of the SL3-S is a hybrid autofocus system with 779 AF points with phase, contrast, and object detection available to shooters in all burst modes—even up to 30 frames per second.
The Leica SL3-S boasts a 24 MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor which features an ISO range of 50 to 200,000 and allows 48 and 96MP in handheld Multishot mode. 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.
The camera is also securely protected by an IP54-certified solid all-metal body, which Leica combines with the latest generation of phase detection with optimal autofocus support to make it the fastest Leica system to date.
On top of that, to give the SL line an extra boost, the SL3-S is set to arrive with content credentials technology in accordance with the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI).
Unlimited 6K Open Gate Internal Recording
Looking a bit deeper at the 24MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with fast PDAF, which when combined with the Maestro IV processor and 8GB of buffer memory, Leica is reporting exceptional low-light performance and incredible color output at a file size ideal for sharing.
Plus the camera will be able to deliver fast transmission rates for CFexpress type B that are supported for video production in up to 6K quality with efficient codecs and in the L-Log color space lauded by professionals worldwide.
Along with the unlimited 6K Open Gate internal recording, the Leica SL3-S will also feature 5.9K RAW external recording which should further provide post-production flexibility, offering malleable files with incredible dynamic range and color grading support.
Additionally, shooters will now be able to use larger storage options thanks to SSD recording via USB-C. Leica also plans for 2025 including the ability to share footage directly to the cloud via Frame.io.
Price and Availability
The Leica SL3-S has just been announced and is available for pre-order now with an expected availability starting January 20th, 2025. Here are the full specs and purchase options.
- 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
- 5.76m-Dot 0.78x-Mag. EyeRes OLED EVF
- 6K Open Gate Internal Recording
- ISO 50-200,000, up to 30 fps Shooting
- 6K, C6K, 4K, C4K & FHD 10-Bit Recording
- 5-Axis Image Stabilization up to 5 Stops
- CFexpress Type B & SD UHS-II Card Slots
Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera
With an impeccable design, a heavyweight build, and now faster than ever, the Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera arrives with a bundle of features that continue to prove the brand's Midas touch.
What's Your Reaction?
