The new Leica SL (Typ 601) camera has just been announced. It is the Leica’s first full-frame mirrorless camera with autofocus, featuring a 24 megapixel CMOS sensor, Maestro II processor, and a 49-point contrast detect AF system. The price is $7,450 and it is now available for Pre-order at Adorama/ B&H.
Detailed Specifications:
| Body type | ||
|---|---|---|
| Body type | Large SLR | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2 | |
| Effective pixels | 24 megapixels | |
| Sensor size | Full frame (36 x 24 mm) | |
| Sensor type | CMOS | |
| Processor | Maestro II | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | Auto, 50-50000 | |
| White balance presets | 8 | |
| Custom white balance | Yes | |
| Image stabilization | No | |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Autofocus |
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| Manual focus | Yes | |
| Number of focus points | 49 | |
| Lens mount | Leica T | |
| Focal length multiplier | 1× | |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | |
| Screen size | 3″ | |
| Screen dots | 1,040,000 | |
| Touch screen | Yes | |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | |
| Live view | Yes | |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8× | |
| Viewfinder resolution | 4,400,000 | |
| Photography features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 sec | |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec | |
| Aperture priority | Yes | |
| Shutter priority | Yes | |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Subject / scene modes | No | |
| Built-in flash | No | |
| External flash | Yes (via hot shoe and PC sync) | |
| Continuous drive | 11.0 fps | |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | |
| AE Bracketing | ±3 (3, 5, 7 frames at 1 EV, 2 EV steps) | |
| Videography features | ||
| Resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p) | |
| Format | MPEG-4 | |
| Videography notes | 4:2:o 8-bit (internal), 4:2:2 10-bit (HDMI out); supports V-Log L gamma | |
| Microphone | Stereo | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) | |
| Storage included | 2GB | |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | |
| HDMI | Yes | |
| Microphone port | Yes | |
| Headphone port | Yes | |
| Wireless | Built-In | |
| Wireless notes | 802.11b/g/n | |
| Remote control | Yes (via smartphone or shutter release cable) | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | Yes | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | |
| Battery description | BP-SCL4 lithium-ion battery and charger | |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 | |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 847 g (1.87 lb / 29.88 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 147 x 104 x 39 mm (5.79 x 4.09 x 1.54″) | |
| Other features | ||
| Orientation sensor | Yes | |
| Timelapse recording | Yes | |
| GPS | BuiltIn | |
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- 24MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
- Leica Maestro II Image Processor
- Internal DCI 4K Video & V-Log L Gamma
- 0.66″ 4.4MP 0.8x Electronic Viewfinder
- 2.95″ 1.04M-Dot LED-Backlit Touchscreen
- Contrast AF System with 49 Fields
- Up to 11 fps Shooting and ISO 50000
- Two SD Card Slots; 1.3″ Top LCD Screen
- Weather-Resistant Milled Aluminum Body
- Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity and GPS
Source: DPreview.com
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