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Leica SL Series
Leica's full-frame autofocus mirrorless — uncompromising build, L-mount.
The Leica SL series is Leica's answer for photographers who want autofocus full-frame performance with the build quality and optical standards the brand is known for. The SL2 offered 47.3MP and weather sealing; the SL3 brought a new 60MP sensor and improved autofocus. Both use the L-mount, sharing lenses with Sigma and Panasonic.
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Generation 1
Leica Leica SL2
47MP
5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps
Contrast-detect AF, AI-based scene recognition
5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops
20fps
370 shots (CIPA)
Weather sealed
835g (body only)
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Current generation
Leica Leica SL3
60MP
8K/30p, 4K/60p, Apple ProRes
Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection
7.5-stop IBIS
30fps electronic
410 shots (CIPA)
Weather sealed
875g body only
What's new in this generation
- Resolution: 60MP (+13MP)
- Stabilisation improved (7.5-stop IBIS)
- Burst rate: 30fps electronic
- Video: 8K/30p, 4K/60p, Apple ProRes
- Price: +£2,299 vs previous
All generations at a glance
| Spec | Leica SL2 (2019) | Leica SL3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £4200 | £6499 |
| Resolution | 47MP | 60MP |
| Video | 5K 30fps, 4K 60fps, 1080p 180fps | 8K/30p, 4K/60p, Apple ProRes |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 7.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 30fps electronic |
| Battery | 370 shots (CIPA) | 410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 835g (body only) | 875g body only |