Leica SL3
Leica · Mirrorless · 60.3 MP · Full Frame · 8K video
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What We Like
+Outstanding 60MP resolution with excellent detail, cropping flexibility, and versatility for professional work
+Significantly improved hybrid autofocus system with phase detection and subject tracking, especially strong for portraits and reliable for professional use
+Beautiful color science and Leica image quality with natural skin tones and excellent low-light performance
+Compact, lightweight body design compared to predecessors with excellent ergonomics and intuitive menu system
+Robust weather-sealed metal construction rated IP54 with solid, premium build quality
Worth Knowing
−High price tag at $7,485 body-only, with limited competitive advantages over similarly-equipped cameras at lower cost
−Relatively short battery life compared to competing full-frame mirrorless cameras
−Reduced burst speed (15 fps without AF, 5 fps with AF) compared to some competing high-resolution cameras
−Not ideal as a primary video tool due to rolling shutter issues with moving subjects; best suited for 80:20 photo-to-video ratio
General | |
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About This CameraThe Leica SL3 is a 60 megapixel mirrorless full-frame system camera combining cutting-edge technology and user-friendly design with the renowned craftsmanship synonymous with the Leica brand. The camera features a 60.3-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor with 5-axis in-body image stabilization and a hybrid autofocus system combining phase-detection, contrast detection, and depth-map methods, with 315 AF areas and subject-detection modes. It includes dual card slots (SD UHS-II and CFexpress Type B), an IP54-rated weather-sealed metal body, and an OLED electronic viewfinder rated at 5.76 million dots (up to 120 fps), with video recording including 8K and C8K capture, with MOV/MP4 support including H.264/H.265 and ProRes options. | |
| Brand | Leica |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. | Mar 2024 |
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. | 2024 |
| Camera weight | 855 g |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless |
Sensor | |
| Type | 60.3MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 60 Megapixels |
| Dynamic Range | 15 stops |
| ISO Range | 50-100000 |
| Triple Resolution | 60MP, 36MP, or 18MP output |
Image processor | |
| Processor | Maestro IV |
| Buffer | 8GB |
Autofocus | |
| Type | Hybrid AF (Phase Detection, Contrast Detection, Object Detection) |
| AF Points | 315 AF areas |
| Subject Detection | Face, eye, and subject detection modes |
Viewfinder | |
| Type | EyeRes OLED Electronic Viewfinder |
| Resolution | 5.76 million pixels |
| Refresh Rate | Up to 120 fps |
| Magnification | 0.78x |
Display | |
| Type | 3.2-inch tiltable touchscreen LCD |
| Resolution | 2.3 million dots |
| Tilt Range | 90 degrees upward |
Video | |
| Recording Formats | 8K, C8K, 4K, Full HD |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265, ProRes |
| Log Support | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |  8K |
Image stabilization | |
| Type | 5-axis in-body sensor-shift |
| Compensation | Up to 5 stops |
ISO range | |
| Native | ISO 50-100,000 |
| Expanded | ISO 50-200,000 with extended settings |
Memory | |
| Slots | CFexpress Type B and SD UHS-II dual card slots |
Weather sealing | |
| Rating | IP54 (dust and splash resistant) |
Connectivity | |
| USB | USB-C (10 Gbps) |
| Video Output | Full-size HDMI 2.1 |
| Tethering | Supported via USB-C |
Build | |
| Material | Magnesium and aluminum with faux-leather covering |
| Weather Sealing | IP54-rated dust and splash resistant |
| Dimensions | 141.2 x 108.1 x 84.6 mm |
Release date | |
| Date | March 7, 2024 |
Processor | |
| Image Engine | Leica Maestro IV |
| Buffer Memory | 8GB |
Shooting | |
| Continuous Shooting | 15 fps (without AF), 5 fps (with AF) |
| Shutter Type | Electronic |
Storage | |
| Card Slots | CFexpress Type B and SD UHS-II |
| Recording | Internal and external via USB-C and HDMI |
Power | |
| Battery | Leica BP-SCL6 Lithium-Ion |
| Charging | USB-C |
Optics | |
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. | 60.3 MP050 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |  Full Frame |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. | Electronic |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Leica L |
Features | |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |  Yes |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |