Leica Camera presents the Leica SL (Typ 601), the new professional camera system which pairs cutting-edge mirrorless technology with speed and optical performance. The Leica SL is a new generation of a true Leica which promises to challenge the status quo of modern photography.
Leica Camera will begin shipping the Leica SL in mid-November. The Leica SL has a two-year warranty.
Key Benefits
- Largest, fastest & highest resolution EVF (4.4 MP@60FPS / X 0.8 magnification)
- Fastest burst rate: 11 fps@ 24 MP, 1080p@120 fps, 4 k (UHD) @ 30 fps & Cine4K @ 24 fps
- Fastest AF in full frame system cameras
- Best in class image quality with all supported Leica lenses (SL, S, R, M, T & Cine)
- Fastest SD standard (UHS2) with a secondary (UHS1) back up SD card slot
- Best video quality: 4k at 30 fps (Super 35), 1080HD@120fps (FF) (10 bit via HDMI out)
- Latest generation of Leica Professional user interface with hybrid touch operation
Important Features
- 24-MP CMOS sensor: ISO 50-50,000 for highest performance under every lighting condition
- Weather sealed to protect from spray water and dust
- Shutter speed from 30 min (bulb) – 1/8,000s (mechanical)
- Ultrasonic sensor cleaning
- Integrated WiFi and GPS module
- State of the art connectivity: Remote control, Viewer & Sharing App for iOS & Android
- Made in Germany
- Milled from solid blocks of aluminum
Leica SL – Craftsmanship & Design
The body of the Leica SL is machined from two solid blocks of aluminum and hand-finished to create a unique piece of work. The material used in the construction of the Leica SL guarantees exceptional endurance. The Leica SL and its lenses are sealed against dust and water. This ensures that the SL system is reliable under the toughest conditions.
Leica SL – Video Recording
The Leica SL allows video recordings in FullHD & 4k for professional movie footage. It offers 1080p @ up to 120 fps, 4k (UHD) @ 30 fps & 4k (cine) @ 24 fps. The Leica SL records high-quality moving pictures on the internal SD cards in 4:2:0 8 bit. The HDMI delivers 4:2:2 10 bit for external recorders. With the PL Adapters, the cinematographer can use the Leica Summicron-C and Leica Summilux-C Cine lenses.
Leica SL – WiFi, SL App
The Leica SL has an integrated WiFi module. The Leica SL App is available as a free download from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store The App allows the user to remotely control the camera via a phone or tablet. The user will be able to set the shutter speed and aperture and capture the scene via the tablet or phone. This makes it easy to shoot remotely from unusual angles.
Leica SL – 24MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
The Leica SL has a 24-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor. The newly developed processor from the Leica Maestro II series processes the data arriving from the sensor with such speed that it allows continuous shooting at a rate of 11 frames per second at full resolution, much faster than other comparable cameras.
The full frame CMOS sensor offers the best picture and the following benefits:
- Fastest frame rate of 11 fps at full resolution of 24 MP
- Fastest SD Standard UHS II, unlimited burst shooting in JPEG mode
- Ultrasonic Sensor Cleaning
- Best video quality with Full HD & 4K video recordings
- Optimized for all Leica lenses
Leica SL – Lenses
The Leica SL lenses are full-frame AF lenses designed for professional needs. With the highest image performance at every aperture and distance, the new Leica SL Autofocus is the fastest AF available for full-frame system cameras. The SL lenses are silent and offer precise AF. All SL lenses have an AquaDura hydrophobic coating on the outer lens elements. The lenses are sealed to protect from dust and water.
Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH
With a super versatile focal length from 24 mm – 90 mm, the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL is discrete, precise and with a fast auto-focus. The lens offers the highest image performance at every aperture and distance and Leica Optical Image Stabilization. The lens offers excellent close focus distance at 0.3m / 1ft. The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90/f2.8-4 ASPH is available from mid-November 2015 and weighs 1150g or 40.57oz.
Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4
The Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280/f2.8-4 offers the highest image performance at every aperture and distance. It is precise and has a fast auto-focus with Leica Optical Image Stabilization. With a focal length from 90-280 mm, the lens can focus closely at 0.81 m or 2.7 feet. It has a detachable tripod mount and click stops at 90º. The Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL is expected to be available in June 2016.
Leica Summilux-SL 50mm / f/1.4 ASPH
This professional SL prime lens sets new standards for optical performance. With a unique combination of performance and usability, the Leica Summilux-SL 50/f1.4 ASPH is the best 50 mm AF lens. It is expected to be available in December 2016.
Leica SL – L Mount
The Leica SL and the Leica T share the same lens mount, now named the Leica L-Mount. The Leica T and future Leica TL lenses are compatible with the Leica SL camera. The SL changes the sensor format automatically to APS-C size. Leica SL lenses can be used in the future on Leica T cameras. Currently, with the Leica M-Adapter T, there are 48 M lenses which can be used on the Leica SL. With the Leica S-Adapter L, there are 16 S lenses which can be used on the Leica SL while 51 R lenses can be used on the Leica SL with the Leica R-Adapter L. There are 21 Cine lenses which can be used on the Leica SL with the Leica PL-Adapter L. The different adapters make the Leica SL camera one of the most versatile cameras available to a professional photographer.
Leica SL – Accessories
A new range of SL System Accessories will be available in the near future. Among the accessories are the multifunction handgrip, flash, range of filters, straps, batteries and chargers. Some of these accessories will be available from November 2015 while the others will be available from June 2016.
Leica SL – Technical Details
| Camera Type: | Leica SL (Typ 601) |
| Order No: | 10850 |
| Lenses: | |
| Lens Mount: | Leica L-Mount |
| Applicable Lenses: | Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24–90 mm f/2.8–4 ASPH.
Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90–280 mm f/2.8–4
Leica Summilux-SL 50 mm f/1.4 ASPH.
Lenses from the Leica T Camera System, Leica M Lenses with Leica M-Adapter T, Leica S-Lenses with Leica S-Adapter L, Leica R-Lenses with Leica R Adapter L and Leica Cine lenses with Leica PL-Adapter L. |
| Sensor: | |
| Type: | 24-MP-CMOS-Sensor (24 x 36 mm) |
| Resolution: | Full Frame (24 MP): 6000 x 4000 Pixel
APS-C (10 MP): 3936 x 2624 Pixel |
| Filter: | IR-Filter, no Lowpass Filter |
| ISO: | ISO 50–ISO 50000 |
| Sensor Cleaning: | Provided |
| Processor | |
| Type: | Leica Maestro II series |
| Internal RAM: | 2 GB: 33 DNGs or 30 JPEGs and DNGs |
| Image | |
| Image Data Format: | JPEG, DNG |
| Color Depth: | 14 bit (DNG), 8 bit (JPEG) |
| JPEG: | Color Space Adobe RGB, ECI RGB, sRGB |
| Motion | |
| File Format: | MP4, MOV |
| Resolution: | 4K (4096 x 2160) @ 24 fps
4K (3840 x 2160) @ 25 and 30 fps
1080 @ 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100 and 120 fps
720 @ 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100 and 120 fps |
| Bitrate: | 8 bit (recording); 10 bit (HDMI not recording) |
| Color Sampling: | 4:2:2/10 bit (HDMI only)
4:2:0/8 bit (recording on SD card) |
| Video: | V-Log L gamma selectable |
| Audio: | Manual/Auto; Stereo microphone, 48 kHz, 16 bit; Wind
elimination |
| Audio external via Audio-Adapter: | Audio-In (3.5 mm phone jack), Audio-Out (3.5 mm
phone jack) |
| Movie Length: | Max. duration: 29 min, Max. size: 4 GB |
| EVF | |
| Resolution: | SXAG, 4.4 MP |
| Size: | 0.66" |
| Eye Point: | 20mm |
| Field of View: | 37° |
| Magnification: | x 0.80 (With 50 mm lens at infinity, −1 dpt) |
| Frame Coverage: | 100 % |
| Diopter Correction: | −4 to +2 |
| Eye Sensor: | Yes |
| Live View: | Operating Modes: Video and Photo Live-View separated
Frame rate: up to 60 fps
Exposure simulation available
Optional information:
Focus Peaking
Histogram
Clipping/Zebra
Level
Grid Overlay (3 x 3, 6 x 4)
Aspect Ratio (1.33:1; 1.66:1; 1.78:1; 1.85:1; 2.35:1; 2.4:1)
Safe Area (80% ; 90% ; 92.5% ; 95%) |
| Storage: | SD 1 slot (UHS II) with maximum writing speed 100 MB/s, SD 2 slot (UHS I) with maximum writing speed 30 MB/s |
| Focusing | |
| Type: | Contrast AF |
| Focus Modes: | AF-S (focus priority), AF-C (shutter priority), MF, Touch-AF |
| AF Modes: | Static, Dynamic (tracking), Auto (face detection) |
| AF Size: | Point, Field, Zone (9 Fields) |
| AF Steps: | 37 or 49 Fields |
| AF Assist Lamp: | Built in |
| Exposure | |
| Exposure Modes: | Program Mode (P), Shutter speed priority mode (T), Aperture priority mode (A) and manual mode (M) |
| Exposure Metering Modes: | Center weighted, Multi zone, Spot |
| Exposure Compensation: | ±3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 EV-steps |
| Exposure Bracketing: | 3/5/7 images in 1/2/3 aperture steps; additional direct JPEG-HDR |
| White Balance: | Preset Auto, Daylight 5200 K, Cloudy 6000 K, Shade 7000 K, Tungsten 3200 K, HMI 5600 K, Fluorescent warm 4000 K, Fluorescent cool 4500 K, Flash 5400 K, Greycard, Manual color temperature 2000 K to 11500 K |
| Shutter | |
| Type: | Focal plain shutter |
| Drive Modes: | Single, Continuous slow S (4 fps), Continuous medium M (7 fps), Continuous fast F (11 fps), Self timer 2 s, Self timer 12 s, Interval, Exposure Bracketing, Time exposures up to 30 min |
| Shutter Speed: | 1/8000 s to 60 s, time exposures up to 30 min, Max. frame rate 11 fps, |
| Flash | |
| Interface: | Standard X-jack, Hot shoe with Sync. and TTL-Mode contacts |
| X-Synchronization: | 1/250s |
| Wi-Fi: | Built in, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.5 GHz) |
| GPS: | Built in, Automatic time and date, Sensitivity < 1° |
| Power Supply: | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, Nominal voltage 8.4 V, Capacity at least 1860 mAh; Lifetime per charge
(CIPA): approx. 400 shoots; Charging time: approx. 180 min;
Charger: 100–240 V 50/60 Hz 0.25 A with adapters |
| Touch Screen: | 2.95" Touch Back light LED with Anti-fingerprint and Anti-scratch coating; 1.04 Mio. pixels; Format 3:2; View angle: 170°; Colors: 16 Million; Frame coverage: 100% |
| Top Display: | 1.28" highly reflective monochrome LCD; 128 x 128 dots; View angle 120°; Anti-fingerprint coating |
| Housing | |
| Material: | Milled Aluminium |
| Dust/Spray Water Sealing: | Provided |
| Interfaces: | USB 3.0 Micro Type B; HDMI Type A; Multi connector adapter for Audio-Out 3.5 mm/Audio-In 3.5 mm; Multi
Connector cable release; ISO accessory shoe with center and control contacts for flash units; Standard X-jack;
Multifunctional interface in baseplate for optional handgrip |
| Tripod Threat: | A 1/4 DIN 4503 (1/4") with anti-twist locking pin |
| Dimensions/Weight: | 147 x 104 x 39 mm (W x H x D) / approx. 771/847g (with/without battery) |
| Working Conditions: | Approx. 0°– 40°C, max. 85% humidity |
| Scope of Delivery: | Camera body, Camera strap, Lens mount cap, Battery, Battery Charger with international adapter, USB 3.0- cable, Manual, Warranty Card, Leica Lens cleaning tissue |
| Software: | Remote Control (USB): Leica Image Shuttle SL; Remote Control (Wi-Fi): Leica SL app (Android/iOS) |
| Warranty: | 2 years or 200,000 releases |
Leica SL – Pricing
| Description | Price |
| Leica SL (Typ 601) | $7,450 |
| Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH | $4,950 |
| Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery BPSCL 4 | $250 |
| Battery Charger BC-SCL 4 | $250 |
| Camera Cover SL | $48 |
| USB 3.0 Cable 3 M | $95 |
| Lens Rear Cap SL | $48 |
| Lens Cap E82 | $90 |
| Lens Hood for 24-90mm f/2.8-4 | $255 |
| HDMI Cable Typ A 1.5m | $205 |
| Remote Release Cable RCSCL4 | $190 |
| Display Protection Foil | $25 |
| SF 40 | $450 |
| SF 64 | $745 |
| ND Filter E82 | $250 |
| Pol Filter E82 | $385 |
| UVA Filter E82 | $385 |
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