Leica SL3-S Camera with 24 Megapixel BSI CMOS Sensor and 8K Internal ProRes 422 HQ (Black)

The Maestro IV CPU, 8GB of buffer memory, and a new 24 Megapixel BSI CMOS sensor are all included in the Leica SL3-S Camera in Black. It offers outstanding color output, outstanding low light performance, and a file size that is perfect for sharing. With 779 focusing points, this new sensor has more than three times as many as the SL2-S and more than 2.4 times as many as the SL3 camera. For photographing of fast-moving objects, including sports or wildlife, the 30fps AFc setting is perfect. It is the first Leica autofocus camera to enable Content Credentials and the only CAI-compliant autofocus camera with dedicated hardware available on the market. For the first time, high resolution RAW files can be produced without a tripod thanks to the handheld multishot mode, which has up to 96 Megapixels.
HD Video Recording
By utilizing the full size of the sensor in the native 3:2 aspect ratio rather than recording in the cropped 16:9 aspect ratio, 6K open gate internal recording opens up new creative possibilities for post-production while showcasing the full features of the selected full frame lens during video capture. With a high data throughput of up to 1,9 Gbps, 8K Internal ProRes 422 HQ provides visually lossless recording and is widely used in the video post-production sector. 5.9K 12bit RAW external video recording provides highly flexible files with the best dynamic range and color grading capabilities for full-scale productions, making it ideal for videographers who require the greatest post-production flexibility. In addition to SD, CF Express, and HDMI, a fourth video recording option is now available, allowing creatives to use even greater storage options - ideal for larger projects. Teams will be able to work together more effectively as the Leica SL3-S can share video straight to the cloud.
For Professional Projects
Leica concentrated on the demanding requirements of professional photography and filmmaking while creating the Leica SL3-S. The brand gave speed, adaptability, and versatility top priority in doing so. The foundation of the Leica SL3-S is a new BSI CMOS full-frame sensor with 24-megapixel native resolution, 48- and 96-megapixel multi-shot capabilities, and a new autofocus mechanism. Leica combines the advantages of three focus technologies in this case, which are securely protected by an IP54-certified solid all-metal body. The Leica SL3-S can shoot continuously at up to 30 frames per second with full autofocus support thanks to the most recent generation of phase detection AF (PDAF), depth map (object detection AF), and contrast detection AF. The SL3-S produces high-quality images and movies in all shooting scenarios because to its remarkable ISO range of 50 to 200000 and great dynamic range.
Record-Maker
According to the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) for photographs, the Leica SL3-S is also the first camera in the SL-System to have content credentials technology. Each image can be authenticated with creation and editing data, as well as tamper-proof metadata like the camera model and author details, if desired. With its 3:2 open-gate recording capability and 6K resolution, the Leica SL3-S offers versatility for producing video material for a wide range of channels. For instance, 4K, 9:16 videos in portrait format can be recorded without sacrificing quality, and the field of view of recorded content can be identified after the fact. The Leica SL3-S records to external display recorders in 5.9K HDMI-RAW at 30 frames per second. Additionally, ProRes 4:2:2 HQ in 5.8K at 30 frames per second or C4K at 60 frames per second can be internally recorded without any recording time constraints because of the quick CFexpress type B interface. The Leica SL3-S's versatility is further enhanced by the ability to record straight to an external SSD hard drive using the USB-C port. Large volumes of data are handled with ease by the Maestro IV processor with L2 technology, producing images with outstanding color rendering, a high dynamic range, and good noise behavior in the L-Log color space. This processor has received praise for its exceptional quality on a global scale.
Supportive Technologies
Furthermore, DNG photographs may be transferred in full resolution in a matter of seconds thanks to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi with MIMO technology, which provide a quick and reliable connection to the Leica FOTOS App. By 2025, the Camera-to-Cloud feature will also be accessible through Adobe frame.io, allowing images and videos to be sent straight from the camera to the cloud for additional processing. The Leica SL3-S's EyeRes viewfinder features a meticulously crafted optical system of glass lenses. With a resolution of 5.76 million pixels and a maximum of 120 photos per second, it always shows the subject in crystal clear detail. Taking pictures and movies from various angles is made even simpler by the SL3-S's tilting 3.2-inch high-resolution touchscreen with a top-notch tilting mechanism. The interface, which SL3 users are already accustomed to, is another highlight. Similar to the SL3, the SL3-S has been optimized in terms of menu navigation, user interface, ergonomics, and haptics. The Cine mode was created especially to meet the requirements of high-end video creation. Because to its streamlined design, the SL3-S feels even better in the hand and is notably lighter and more compact than its predecessors. Furthermore, the Leica SL3-S is compatible with the entire line of accessories currently offered for the SL3.