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Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera with Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens

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  • Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera
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  • Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens for L Mount, Black Anodized
    Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens for L Mount, Black Anodized
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning detail with the Leica SL3-S's 24.6 MP full-frame sensor for exceptional image quality.
  • Experience rapid, precise focusing with the advanced hybrid autofocus system for sharp, clear shots.
  • Record breathtaking 6K videos, offering unparalleled resolution and cinematic quality for your projects.
  • Enjoy versatile shooting with a wide range of Leica L-Mount lens options for creative flexibility.
  • Compose confidently using the high-resolution EVF, ensuring accurate previews in any lighting condition.
  • Built tough with a splash-proof design, this Leica mirrorless camera is ready for any photographic adventure.
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Leica SL3-S Specifications

Camera: General

Camera: General

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  • Camera Type

    Mirrorless full-frame system camera

  • Buffer Memory

    8GB, capacity depending on frame rate and picture format

  • Storage Medium

    UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC card + CFexpress card type B

  • Material

    Full metal housing: magnesium and aluminum, leatherette covering, splash water protected (IP54)

  • Lens Mount

    Leica L bayonet with contact strip for lens-camera communication

  • Operating Conditions

    -10 Degree C to +40 Degree C (14 Degree F - 104 Degree F)

  • Interfaces

    ISO accessory shoe, synch jack/timecode interface, HDMI jack 2.1 Type A, USB-C USB3.1 Gen2, Audio-Out 3.5 mm/Audio-In 3.5 mm, communication interface for multifunction handgrip

  • Tripod Thread

    1/4 DIN 4503 (1/4") with stainless steel in the base

Camera: Sensor

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  • Sensor Size

    CMOS sensor, 25.3 MP/24.6 MP (total/effective)

  • Image Stabilization

    5-axis image stabilization up to 5 stops

  • Filter

    RGB color filter, UV/IR filter, no low-pass filter

  • Processor

    Leica Maestro series (Maestro IV)

  • File Formats

    Photo: DNG (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 3.00)

  • Color Depth

    DNG: 14 bit (12 bit also possible depending on continuous shooting mode), JPG: 8 bit

  • Color Space

    Photo: sRGB
    Video: Rec. 709/Rec. 2020 (HLG/L-Log)

  • File Size

    DNG: approx. 40 MB, depending on resolution and image content, JPG: depending on resolution and image content
    Video: max. length depending on ambient temperature and available memory space

  • Video Recording Mode

    Video mode: P - A - S - M
    Cine mode: M

  • Video Resolution

    6K OG (3:2) - 5952 x 3968
    C6K (17:9) - 5952 x 3136
    6K (16:9) - 5888 x 3312 (h.265), 5776 x 3056 (ProRes)
    C4K (17:9) - 4096 x 2160 (MOV/MP4), 4128 x 2176 (RAW)
    4K (16:9) - 3840 x 2160
    3.5K 4:3 (RAW) - 3536 x 2656
    Full HD (16:9) - 1920 x 1080

  • Bit Rate

    8 bit/10 bit for SD and CFe card recordings, 10 bit for HDMI output

  • Video Gamma

    Rec. 709, L-Log Rec. 2020, HLG Rec. 2020

Camera: Viewfinder/LCD panel

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  • Viewfinder (EVF)

    Resolution: 5,760,000 dots, 60 fps or 120 fps, magnification: approx. 0.76x at aspect ratio: 3:2 / approx. 0.78x at aspect ratio: 4:3, frame coverage: 100%, exit pupil position: 21 mm, setting range -4/+2 dpt, with eye sensor for automatic switchover between viewfinder and LCD panel, time delay 0.005 s

  • LCD Panel

    3.2" backlit LED, 2,332,800 dots, 3:2 format, touch panel

  • Top Display

    1.28" monochrome LCD, 128 x 128 pixels, anti-fingerprint coating

Camera: Shutter

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  • Shutter Type

    Electronically controlled focal plane shutter

  • Shutter Speeds

    Mechanical shutter: 30 min to 1/8000 s, electronic shutter: 60 s to 1/16000 s

  • Self-Timer

    Delay time: 2 s, 6 s, 12 s, 30 s

  • Drive Mode

    Single, Continuous Shooting, Interval Shooting, Exposure Bracketing, Multi-Shot

Camera: Focusing

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  • Focus mode

    Automatic or manual

  • Autofocus System

    Hybrid-AF due to combination of contrast metering, depth mapping, and phase comparison metering with AF metering points in the sensor.

  • Autofocus Mode

    Intelligent AF, AFs, AFc, Touch AF

  • Autofocus metering methods

    Multi-field, Spot (can be shifted), Field (can be shifted and scaled), Zone (can be shifted and scaled), Tracking, Eye/Face/Body Detection, Animal Detection (Beta)

  • Autofocus Met. Fields

    Contrast-AF: 315/Phase detection-AF: 779

Camera: Exposure

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  • Exposure Metering

    TTL (through the lens) with spot, center-weighted, highlight-weighted, multi-field methods

  • Exposure metering methods

    Spot, Center-Weighted, Highlight-Weighted, Multi-Field

  • Exposure Modes

    Program AE mode (P), aperture-priority (A), shutter-priority (S), Manual (M)

  • Exposure Compensation

    +/-3 EV in 1/3 EV increments or 1/2 EV increments

  • Automatic Bracketing

    3 or 5 frames, graduations between shoots up to 3 EV, in 1/3 EV increments, additional optional exposure compensation: up to A +/-3 EV

  • White balance

    Automatic (Auto), default (Daylight, Cloudy, Shadow, Tungsten, HMI, Fluorescent (warm), Fluorescent (cool), Flash), manual metering (Gray Card (pipette), Gray Card), manual color temperature settings (Color Temperature, 2000 K to 11500 K)

Camera: Flash

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  • Flash Unit Connector

    Via accessory shoe

  • Flash synchro socket

    For flash synchronization (photo mode only)

  • Flash Sync Time

    1/200 s, slower shutter speeds available, automatic switchover to TTL linear flash mode with HSS-compatible Leica system flash units if sync time is undercut

  • Flash Exposure Metering

    Using center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering with Leica flash units (SF 26, SF 40, SF 58, SF 60, SF 64) or with system compatible flash units, remote controlled flash SF C1

  • Flash exposure compensation

    SF 40: -/+2 EV in 1/2 EV increments
    SF 60: -/+2 EV in 1/3 EV increments

Camera: Equipment

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  • Microphone

    Stereo internal + microphone input via 3.5mm jack

  • Speaker

    Mono internal + headphone output via 3.5mm jack

  • WLAN

    2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, requires Leica FOTOS app (available on Apple/Google stores)

  • Bluetooth

    Bluetooth 5.0 LE

  • GPS

    Available via Leica FOTOS app (country-specific limitations)

  • Menu Languages

    English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean

Camera: Power supply

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  • Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL6)

    Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, rated voltage: 7.2 V (DC); capacity: 2200 mAh (min.), 315 shots (based on CIPA standard), 1042 shots (based on CIPA standard with adapted shooting cycle) Manufacturer: Panasonic Energy (Wuxi) Co. Ltd.

  • Charging via USB

    During operation: 9 V/3 A (min. 27 W)
    With camera switched off: 5 V/1500 mA (2.5 W or greater)

Camera: Battery

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  • Battery Info

    Required, included

  • Battery Material

    Lithium ion

  • Battery Type

    Non-universal

  • Battery Quantity

    1

Camera: Physical

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  • Weight

    Approx. 27 oz (768g) (Without battery, SD card, body cap)

  • Dimensions

    5.96 x 4.25 x 3.3" (151.45 x 108.05 x 84.6mm)

Lens: View angle

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  • Mount

    L Mount

Lens: Lens system

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  • Full-frame (24 x 36mm)

    28mm: 73.8 Degree /63.9 Degree /45.2 Degree
    70mm: 35.4 Degree /29.8 Degree /20.1 Degree

  • Number of lenses/assemblies

    16 | 12

  • Position of the entrance pupil

    Before the bayonet: 28mm: 89.80mm
    70mm: 68.40mm

  • Focus range

    28mm: 0.19m to Infinite
    70mm: 0.38m to Infinite

Lens: Focusing

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  • Setting

    Choose automatic (Autofocus) or manual mode on the camera

  • Smallest object field

    Full-frame: 28mm: 79.2 x 118.9mm
    70mm: 109.9 x 164.8mm

  • Largest scale

    28mm: 1:3.3
    70mm: 1:4.6

Lens: Aperture

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  • Setting/Function

    Electronically controlled aperture, setting on the camera, half or third values can also be set

  • Smallest aperture

    22

Lens: General

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  • Bayonet

    Leica L bayonet fitting with contact strip

  • Firmware

    Lens firmware can be updated via the camera

  • Coating

    Hydrophobe Aqua-Dura coating on external lenses

  • Material

    Magnesium and aluminum full-metal housing, black anodized, dust and splash water protected

  • Filter thread

    E67

  • Lens hood

    Male bayonet for lens hood

  • Dimensions (L x Dia.)

    Without Lens Hood: 4 x 2.87" (102 x 73mm)
    With Lens Hood: 5.4 x 3.2" (139 x 82mm) (Approx.)

  • Weight

    Without Lens Hood: 20.1 oz (572g)
    With Lens Hood: 21.6 oz (613g) (Approx.)

  • UPC Codes

    192223281271, 4022243111967, 4022243106437

49 Accessories for Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera with Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens

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  • Straps & Slings (4)
  • Lens Adapters & Converters (2)
  • Flash & Lighting (3)
  • Microphones & Audio (5)
  • Caps (1)
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  • Tripods & Monopods (3)
  • Card Readers (3)
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  • Monitor & Recorder (1)

About Leica SL3-S

Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Leica with 5 new Leica SL3-S Kits. Various lenses are being offered in the kits together with the SL3-S – from versatile Vario lenses to fast prime lenses. This ensures that there is a suitable kit for every situation to meet specific requirements for filming and photography with maximum flexibility and at the level of image quality expected of the Leica SL-System.

The Leica SL3-S Vario Kit 28-70 consists of the Leica SL3-S and the Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 ASPH.

The premium system camera achieves exceptional results, featuring a 24 MP full-frame sensor, advanced high-speed processor, and rapid, precise autofocus for continuous shooting at up to 30 frames per second. When filming, 6K open-gate recording offers maximum flexibility, intuitive operation, and seamless connectivity for an optimally efficient workflow. Last but not least, the array of interfaces and the L-Mount bayonet make it an ideal choice for demanding photography and video production.

Paired with the compact, lightweight Leica zoom lens that excels in landscape, travel and portrait photography, thanks to its versatile focal length – from wide angle to short telephoto – and its swift, accurate autofocus system.

Leica SL3-S Vario kit 28-70

- SL3-S Mirrorless Camera -

Moments Without Limits
The Leica SL3-S is a camera that combines state-of-the-art technology with an unparalleled user experience. Featuring the versatile L-mount and a wide range of interfaces, it offers nearly limitless creative possibilities. Designed for efficiency and reliability, the SL3-S stands out for its exceptional speed.

From switching seamlessly between photography and video to rapid autofocus, connectivity, and an intuitive interface, every aspect of the SL3-S is built for quick, responsive performance. Empowering you to adapt to every moment with ease, this camera lets your creativity shine with unmatched versatility.

Capture moments in insane detail
Capture in sharp detail with the SL3-S's full-frame 24MP BSI CMOS sensor and PDAF hybrid autofocus system.

Filmmaking without limits
Shoot cinematic films with 6K video recording at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps, and HDMI-RAW video in up to 5.9K.

48MP & 96MP multi-shot power
Go beyond standard resolution with the SL3-S's 48MP and 96MP multi-shot modes, providing unmatched detail for stunning product shots, landscapes, and fine art photography.

Your camera, your way with intuitive controls
Enjoy the customizable and intuitive Leica user experience that lets you personalize settings, seamlessly switch between modes, and focus on what really matters: your creative vision.

Steady every shot with IBIS
With 5-axis In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS), the SL3-S ensures your images and videos are stable, even during handheld shooting or when working in unpredictable environments.

See it all with the 5.76M OLED Viewfinder
The SL3-S's 5.76 million dot OLED viewfinder and 3.2-inch tiltable display with 2.3 million dots means exceptional clarity and crazy flexibility.

Fast, flexible, effortless connectivity
Stay connected with direct-to-SSD recording via USB-C, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (MIMO) for fast wireless transfers, and Camera to Cloud support, bringing your work seamlessly into the cloud by 2025.

Endless storage with speed to match
Effortlessly store and transfer data with SD UHS-II, CFexpress type B, and SSD recording options, along with HDMI 2.1 type A, 3.5 mm jack, and timecode interface for enhanced versatility in any production.

Ready for anything with IP54 weather sealing
Designed for the most demanding conditions, the SL3-S offers IP54 weather sealing for reliable performance in dust, rain, or other challenging environments, so you can shoot with confidence anywhere.

Protect what matters with Leica content credentials
Maintain transparency and integrity in your digital creations with Leica Content Credentials, embedding metadata that ensures your work is authentic and verifiable in the digital age.

Crafted for perfection in Germany
Built with unparalleled craftsmanship in Germany, the SL3-S is a reflection of Leica's dedication to creating long-lasting tools for professionals who demand the best.

Seamless transition between photo and video
Switch effortlessly between photography and video modes with the SL3-S. Capture fast-moving moments with unrivaled speed, sharpness, and ease.


- Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens -

The Most Compact Zoom Lens in the SL-System
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH. supports you in fields ranging from travel photography to professional film production. It not only fits comfortably in your hand but is also intuitive to use. With razor-sharp image quality, fast focusing, and a wide focal length range, it captures every instant. And what's more, it preserves the essence of the moment.

Light, Compact and Powerful
The Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH. provides first-rate performance while offering optimal mobility. Despite its durable metal housing, which ensures reliable protection against external elements, such as dust and splash water, the lens remains lightweight at just 572 g. With a convenient length of 102 mm and a maximum diameter of 72 mm, it allows for agile handling, swift operation, and versatile use without the need for frequent lens changes.

Steady Lens Speed
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH. facilitates both filming and photography with a consistently high lens speed across all focal lengths. Spanning from wide angle to short telephoto, this high-quality standard zoom lens maintains a consistent f/2.8 aperture, achieving an optimal balance between brightness and versatility. Perfectly suited to supporting you with your creative work, day in, day out.

Ideal for Everyday Use
With its adaptable focal length and steady lens speed, this standard zoom lens is especially well-suited to landscape, travel, and portrait photography. The advanced autofocus system enables you to capture every moment swiftly and precisely. Produced to Leica's exacting quality standards, the Vario lens is fully compatible with SL cameras as well as all systems from the L-Mount Alliance.

Design Details
The optical design, incorporating three aspherical elements, guarantees exceptional imaging performance and a consistent aperture. State-of-the-art coatings on the 16 lenses, arranged in 12 groups, optimize light transmission and minimize reflections. This premium lens delivers images with remarkable color rendering and high contrast, as high as your requirements.

Leica SL3-S Features

  • SL3-S Mirrorless Camera
  • New 24 Megapixel BSI CMOS Sensor combined with the Maestro IV processor and 8GB of buffer memory
  • Advanced Autofocus System
  • 30 fps capture in AFc mode
  • Leica Content Credentials Support
  • Handheld Multishot mode up to 96 Megapixels
  • Unlimited 6K Open Gate Internal Recording
  • Unlimited 5.8K Internal ProRes 422 HQ recording
  • 5.9K 12bit RAW External Video Recording
  • Direct to SSD recording via USB-C
  • Camera to Cloud with Frame.io planned in 2025
  • Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens
  • The most Compact, Lightest and most Economical Leica SL zoom lens to date, weighing only 20.1 ounces
  • Constant Aperture of f/2.8
  • Magnesium and Aluminum Full-Metal Housing
  • Hydrophobic AquaDura coating on external lens elements
  • Same 67mm filter size as the Leica SL APO Prime lenses
  • Quiet and Fast Focusing Drive

Key Features

  • Capture stunning detail with the Leica SL3-S's 24.6 MP full-frame sensor for exceptional image quality.
  • Experience rapid, precise focusing with the advanced hybrid autofocus system for sharp, clear shots.
  • Record breathtaking 6K videos, offering unparalleled resolution and cinematic quality for your projects.
  • Enjoy versatile shooting with a wide range of Leica L-Mount lens options for creative flexibility.
  • Compose confidently using the high-resolution EVF, ensuring accurate previews in any lighting condition.
  • Built tough with a splash-proof design, this Leica mirrorless camera is ready for any photographic adventure.

What's in the box:

  • Leica SL3-S Mirrorless Camera
  • Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 Lens (11196)
  • Battery (BP-SCL6)
  • USB-C Cable
  • Carrying Strap
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Leica 2 Year Limited Warranty