Short description
Quick Overview
- 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
Product Description
Leica SL3-S: The Fastest Leica Yet
The Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera arrives with cutting-edge features that reinforce the brand’s legendary reputation. At its core is a hybrid autofocus system paired with a 24MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor, enabling continuous shooting at up to 30 fps with full autofocus—making it the fastest Leica to date. Its unlimited 6K Open Gate internal recording takes full advantage of the sensor’s native 3:2 aspect ratio, unlocking new creative possibilities for videographers. Built for durability, the SL3-S boasts an IP54-rated solid metal body and integrates Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) technology for secure digital content authentication.
24MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Sensor & Maestro IV Processor
At the heart of the SL3-S is a 24MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with fast PDAF, optimized for exceptional low-light performance and rich color output. Paired with the Maestro IV processor and 8GB of buffer memory, this system ensures rapid processing and efficient file management. Users can shoot in DNG and JPEG at 24MP or use handheld multishot modes to capture images at 48MP and 96MP, providing remarkable versatility.
Advanced Autofocus System
The SL3-S features an impressive 779 autofocus points—triple the SL2-S and more than double the SL3. This advanced Contrast Detection AF + Phase Detection AF system enhances speed, accuracy, and object tracking, making it easier than ever to capture moving subjects at up to 30 fps with precision.
Exceptional Video Capabilities
Unlimited 6K Open Gate Internal Recording
Designed to match its photographic prowess, the SL3-S supports unlimited 6K Open Gate internal recording, utilizing the sensor’s full 3:2 aspect ratio. This unlocks numerous post-production advantages:
✔ Re-Framing Flexibility – Crop and adjust composition without losing quality.
✔ Better for Visual Effects – Enhanced image data improves stabilization, tracking, and visual effects integration.
✔ Optimized for Anamorphic Lenses – Utilize anamorphic lenses without compromising image information.
✔ Creative Aspect Ratios – Experiment with formats like 4:3 or 3:2 for added artistic control.
External Recording & Advanced Video Features
For professionals demanding the highest quality, the SL3-S offers 5.9K RAW external recording, ensuring greater post-production flexibility, expanded dynamic range, and superior color grading. Additional video enhancements include:
✔ Direct SSD recording via USB-C for larger storage options.
✔ HDMI-Raw output (5.9K at 30 fps) for external recorders.
✔ Enhanced Cine Mode tailored for professional filmmaking.
✔ CFexpress Type B support for high-speed 6K video capture with efficient codecs and the acclaimed L-Log color space.
Professional-Grade Design
Image Stabilization & EyeRes Viewfinder
The 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS) system delivers up to 5 stops of shake reduction, ensuring sharper handheld shots. The EyeRes viewfinder, with a 5.76m-dot resolution and 120 fps refresh rate, provides an ultra-clear and responsive viewing experience.
Additional Body Features
✔ Adaptive UX Design – Interface adjusts based on camera orientation.
✔ Tiltable Touchscreen – Enhanced gesture control for intuitive operation.
✔ Dual Card Slots – SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B for flexible storage.
✔ Professional Connectivity – HDMI 2.1 Type A, Timecode Interface, and USB-C for seamless workflow integration.
Leica Content Credentials & CAI Compliance
As the first SL-series camera with Leica Content Credentials, the SL3-S incorporates CAI-compliant hardware, ensuring each image is embedded with tamper-proof metadata. This provides content verification tools that track production and editing history, safeguarding authenticity.
Leica SL3-S 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 Type | 1x Leica BP-SCL6 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Approx. 315 Shots) |
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 |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
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 |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2, 16:9, 17:9 |
Image File Format | DNG, JPEG |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
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 |
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 |
Display Size | 3.2" |
Resolution | 2,332,800 Dot |
Display Type | Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Type | Built-In Electronic (OLED) |
Resolution | 5,760,000 Dot |
Eye Point | 21 mm |
Coverage | 100% |
Magnification | Approx. 0.76x |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +2 |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Automatic |
Autofocus Points | Photo Contrast Detection: 315 Photo Phase Detection: 779 |
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 |
Battery Type | 1x Leica BP-SCL6 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (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) | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
Weight | 4.715625 lb / 2139 g (With Battery) |
Package Weight | 4.885 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 10.6 x 7.8 x 6.6" |
In The Box | Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera, Leica BP-SCL6 Battery (2200mAh), USB-C Cable, Carrying Strap, Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty |
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MFG Part# | 10643 |
Condition | New |


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