The core element of the LEICA SL2-S is the newly developed BSI-CMOS image sensor with a resolution of 24 megapixels. The data collected by the sensor is processed by the camera's Maestro-III processor in conjunction with the generous 4 gigabyte buffer memory. This, for the first time, enables virtually open burst recordings of up to 9 frames per second, whereby the burst length in JPEG format is only limited by the storage capacity of the installed memory cards.
The LEICA SL2-S features a suspended image sensor, which provides highly efficient multi-axis image stabilization in connection with any
lens LEICA. This sensor-switching technology also facilitates multi-shot capture, where eight shots are calculated into one image with a quadruple resolution of 96 megapixels. The high sensitivity of up to ISO 100,000 - combined with fast autofocus and body image stabilization - enables photographers to capture excellent images in almost all types of light.
The LEICA SL2-S is the first SL model to allow direct tethered shooting with Capture One 21. This gives users the option of full remote control of the camera via computer. In addition, the SL2-S can also be connected to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic. A limited-time Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan is included when the camera is purchased.
With the exception of the image sensor, the LEICA SL2-S has the same basic attributes as the SL2 (such as the unique operating concept and the high-resolution viewfinder LEICA EyeRes®), and shares the SL2's full range of accessories. Of course, the all-metal camera also has a dust and water protection rating of IP54, which means that the camera can be used with
and water protection rating of IP54, and is produced in Germany to the highest quality standards.
- Perfect for creative videographers
The LEICA SL2-S offers not only photographers, but also videographers and filmmakers exceptional possibilities, which are continuously optimized thanks to firmware updates that are continually released for SL system cameras. The LEICA SL2-S captures 10-bit 4:2:2 video with L-LOG gamma of
LEICA gamma, at frame rates of up to 60 fps. Thanks to the integrated display LUTs, the user can have full control throughout the recording. Another
another pro-level feature is the camera's unlimited recording time for videos, which means that the duration of the video is only limited by the respective memory (internal or external)
respective memory (internal or external).
In the future, the camera will also support the highly efficient HEVC video compression standard for 10-bit recordings up to 4K/60p. Videos can also be split into one-minute segments to minimize the risk of data loss. Other enhanced features, such as the integrated waveform monitor and auto follow focus, will be added with the next firmware update, further improving the camera's suitability for professional applications
professional applications.
Being equipped with the L-Mount makes the LEICA SL2-S fully compatible not only with the wide range of SL system lenses, but also with TL lenses and, via an adapter, with LEICA M, R and S system lenses. The L-Mount Alliance gives SL2-S owners access to more than 40 autofocus lenses
autofocus lenses. In addition, Leitz Cine lenses, highly sought after by cinematographers worldwide, can also be adapted to the LEICA SL2-S.
The LEICA SL2-S is on sale today from authorized LEICA dealers.
- LEICA SL2-S Specifications
Lens mount LEICA L
Full-frame camera format (1x crop factor)
Effective Sensor Resolution: 24.6 megapixels (6072 x 4056)
Aspect ratio 3:2
CMOS sensor type
Image file format DNG, JPEG
Bit depth 14 bits
Image stabilization sensor switching, 5-axis
Auto ISO sensitivity, 50 to 100000
Mechanical shutter speed
1/8000 to 500 seconds
Bulb mode
electronic shutter
1/16000 to 60 seconds
Metering method Center-weighted average, multi-zone, spot
Exposure modes Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure compensation -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV steps)
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Halogen, Shade, Tungsten, White Balance Adjustment
Mechanical continuous shutter
Up to 9 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Unformatted) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
Up to 5 fps at 24.6 MP for unlimited frames (raw) / unlimited frames (JPEG)
Up to 2 fps at 24.6 MP for unlimited (raw) frames / unlimited frames (JPEG)
electronic shutter
Up to 25 fps at 24.6 MP for unlimited frames (raw)/unlimited frames (JPEG)
Interval recording Yes
Self-timer 2/12 second delay
H.264 / MOV 4: 2: 2 10-bit H.264 / MOV 4: 2: 2 recording modes
DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 24.00p / 25p / 29.97p [400 Mb / sec]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p [400 Mb / s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p [400 Mb / s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p [200 Mb/s]
H.264 / MOV 4: 2: 0 8 bit
DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 50p / 59.94p [150 Mb / s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50p / 59.94p [150 Mb / s]
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50p / 59.94p [150 Mb / s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50p / 59.94p [150 Mb / s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 100p / 119.88p / 180p [20 Mb/s] [20 Mb / s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 100p / 119.88p / 180p [20 Mb/s
H.264 / MP4 4:2:0 8-bit 4: 2:0
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p [100 to 150 Mb / s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p [100 to 150 Mb / s
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p / 100p / 119.88p / 180p [20 to 150 Mb / s]
External 4:2:2 10-bit 4:2:2 recording modes
DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 24.00p / 25p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p
4: 2: 0 8-bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p / 25p / 29.97p / 29.97p / 50p / 59.94p / 100p / 120p / 180p
Unlimited recording limit
NTSC / PAL video encoding
Built-in microphone audio recording (stereo)
External microphone input (stereo)
Audio file format AAC, linear PCM
Focus type Auto and manual focus
AF focus mode Continuous servo AF (C), manual focus (M), single servo AF (S)
Contrast detection of autofocus points: 225
Electronic viewfinder type (OLED)
Viewfinder resolution 5,760,000 dots
Viewfinder eye point 21 mm
100% viewfinder coverage
Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.78x
Diopter adjustment -4 to +2
Size 3.2" (3.2")
Resolution 2,100,000 dots
LCD type with fixed touch screen
Built-in flash No
Maximum sync speed 1/250 sec
Flash compensation -2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV steps)
TTL of dedicated flash system
External flash hot shoe
Memory card slot / media slot Dual slot: SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II)
Connectivity USB Type-C (USB 3.1), HDMI A (full size), 3.5mm headphones, 3.5mm microphone
Bluetooth wireless
Wifi