Used Leica SL (Typ 601) Full-Frame Mirrorless Digital Camera

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2018-11-26T03:51:49

Rated 4 out of 5

Great Pictures, Full Frame, Intuitive Interface, Leica Quality

Leica did a good job designing a replacement for their R series cameras. It is unfortunate that they took so many years to do so. The SL is the natural progression from their R body film cameras, but they listened to the marketing people and added features that the typical Leica buyer doesn’t want. Auto Exposure, P mode are for beginners taking snap shots; beginners don’t buy $11,000 camera w/lens. Photographers want and need to manually control their shots. Yes, you can select manual exposure and MF, but AF/AE are built into the camera and you are paying a premium for unnecessary, unwanted features. The SL lenses are bright and fast, but the AF (just like Nikon, Canon, etc) isn’t perfect, not can it ever be because the computer trying to guess what you are doing. I prefer MF and manual exposure with an in camera meter for reference. Instead of following the herd and listening to the marketing people (who are wrong more often than correct), Leica should have stuck to the basics.

BRIAN C.

2016-12-23T08:44:31

Rated 5 out of 5

One week with the Leica SL Type 601 and Sunpie in love!

Thank you Adorama for bring Christmas early. I primarily purchased the SL to do low projects with my collection Leica lens that shoot fast and handle well in low lights, I have the Noctilux .95, 21mm f 1.4, 75 f 1.4 and the 50 f.14. This camera is a perfect marriage in many ways with the M series lens. I have been tested it on a few places where my project called for very low with movement. Mainly a Zydeco Dance Hall moving swirling, twirling and moving to the accordion driven music of South Louisiana. The 21 and .95 have proven to be the kings of the low two step so far. EVF on the SL is amazaing as advertised. No need for glasses but if you do wear them it's still no problem at all. Christmas has come early for me and looks like it will last at least another full year with this in my SL in my hands. Will think about trying the SL lens at some point but my first love with Leica products have been working with manual M9 and rangefinder lens for many years so going to just enjoy possiblity at hand. Thank you Leica this baby is real and worth price.

Bruce S.

2016-10-30T10:27:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Beats the Competition

Very versatile camera. M lenses make it a great travel camera. Built like a Pro Camera should be.

KEN H.

2016-06-09T08:28:25

Rated 5 out of 5

One of a kind

You might expect mirrorless, or Leica, but this is a whole new breed. The IQ is stunning, makes every lens sing just that little bit more with very film-like rendering. The EVF is sharp, big and bright- maybe the first that I'd be willing to shoot on weddings because of the double cards, speed, and ease of focusing- plus a ton of new AF adapters coming soon. Worth every penny.

TIMON W.

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Leica SL (Typ 601) Specifications

  • Lens Mount

    Leica L-Mount

  • Applicable lenses (Sold Separately)

    Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH.
    Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4
    Leica Summilux-SL 50mm 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 36mm)
    Resolution: Full Frame (24 MP): 6000 x 4000 Pixel, APS-C (10MP): 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: 2GB: 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

  • 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 (3.5mm phone jack), Audio-Out (3.5mm phone jack)

  • Movie Length

    Max. duration: 29 min
    Max. size: 4GB

  • EVF

    Resolution: SXAG, 4.4MP
    Size: 0.66"
    Eye Point: 20mm
    Field of View: 37 degrees
    Magnification: x 0.80 (With 50mm 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: plus-minus 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 plane 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: 1/250 s

  • Wi-Fi

    Built in, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.5 GHz)

  • GPS

    Built in, Automatic time and date, Sensitivity < 1 degree

  • 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 degrees
    Colors: 16 Million
    Frame coverage: 100%

  • Top Display

    1.28" highly reflective monochrome LCD
    128 x 128 dots
    View angle 120 degrees
    Anti-fingerprint coating

  • Housing

    Material: Milled Aluminum
    Dust/Spray water sealing: Provided
    Interfaces: USB 3.0 Micro Type B; HDMI Type A; Multi connector adapter for Audio-Out 3.5mm/Audio-In 3.5mm; 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 thread

    A 1/4 DIN 4503 (1/4") with anti-twist locking pin

  • Software

    Remote Control (USB): Leica Image Shuttle SL; Remote Control (Wi-Fi): Leica SL app (Android/iOS)

  • Working conditions

    Approx. 0 - 40 degrees C, max. 85% humidity

  • Dimensions (WxHxD)

    5.79 x 4.09 x 1.54" (147 x 104 x 39mm)

  • Weight

    approx. 27.20 oz (771g) With battery
    approx. 29.90 oz (847g) Without battery

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About Leica SL (Typ 601) Full-Frame Mirrorless Digital Camera

FEATURED REVIEWS

One of a kind

By TIMON W.

You might expect mirrorless, or Leica, but this is a whole new breed. The IQ is stunning, makes every lens sing just that little bit more with very film-like rendering. The EVF is sharp, big and bright- maybe the first that I'd be willing to shoot on weddings because of the double cards, speed, and ease of focusing- plus a ton of new AF adapters coming soon. Worth every penny.

One week with the Leica SL Type 601 and Sunpie in love!

By Bruce S.

Thank you Adorama for bring Christmas early. I primarily purchased the SL to do low projects with my collection Leica lens that shoot fast and handle well in low lights, I have the Noctilux .95, 21mm f 1.4, 75 f 1.4 and the 50 f.14. This camera is a perfect marriage in many ways with the M series lens. I have been tested it on a few places where my project called for very low with movement. Mainly a Zydeco Dance Hall moving swirling, twirling and moving to the accordion driven music of South ...

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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.

Featuring a 4.4 MP EyeRes Electronic ViewFinder (EVF) with a 0.8 magnification, the Leica SL's autofocus is the fastest in the full-frame camera category. In addition to the new SL lenses, the Leica SL can be used with the S, R, M, T & Cine lenses with the appropriate adapter.

If you look through the Leica SL's EyeRes Viewfinder, you see the future of photography.

The Leica SL is the perfect tool for professional photographers and gives the photographer complete control - be it nature, sports, action or press photography. The integrated 4.4 megapixel electronic viewfinder gives the photographer a huge field of view with the highest resolution and a bright and clear overview of the scene. The intuitive operating menu allows a straightforward handling of technical functions. Combined with its fast autofocus and high speed burst rate of 11 fps at full resolution, the photographer will never miss a decisive moment.

With its full-frame sensor, the Leica SL sets new standards in professional camera systems category thanks to the combination of outstanding speed and unrivaled optical performance. With the fastest autofocus in its class and the exceptional Leica image quality, photographers always achieve brilliant imaging results - in still images and in 4k video.

Made in Germany, the Leica SL is milled from aluminum and the Leica SL lenses have the water repellant Aqua Dura coating. In addition to the SL lenses, the Leica SL can be used with other Leica lenses (S, R, M, T & Cine) and 3rd party lenses via adapters even for video applications, making it ideal for any photographic situation.

Craftsmanship and 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.

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.

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.

24-megapixel 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.

Leica SL (Typ 601) Full-Frame Mirrorless Digital Camera Features

  • Largest, fastest & highest resolution EVF (4.4 MP@60FPS / X 0.8 magnification)
  • Fastest burst rate: 11 fps@ 24 MP, 1080p@120 fps, 4k (UHD) @ 30 fps & Cine4K @ 24 fps
  • Fastest AF in full frame system cameras
  • 24-MP CMOS sensor: ISO 50-50,000 for highest performance under every lighting condition
  • 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)
  • Weather sealed to protect from spray water and dust
  • Shutter speed from 30 min (bulb) - 1/8,000s (mechanical)
  • Ultrasonic sensor cleaning
  • Latest generation of Leica Professional user interface with hybrid touch operation
  • 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