Leica SL (2015)

A full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera introduced by Leica Camera AG in 2015 as the first model in the SL-System.

Overview

The Leica SL (Typ 601) is a full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera introduced by Leica Camera AG in 2015. It was announced on October 20, 2015, and marked the beginning of Leica's SL-System, later succeeded by the SL2 and SL3. Designed for high-end photography, it has been used primarily for landscape and urban building photography.

Specifications

Max resolution	6000 x 4000
Image ratio w:h	3:2
Effective pixels	24 megapixels
Sensor size	Full frame (36 x 24 mm)
ISO range	50-50000
Video recording resolutions	1280 x 720 p, 1920 x 1080 p
Dimensions	147 × 104 × 39mm
Weight	847 g (inc. batteries)

Design

The SL sensor stack is not as thin as the Leica M's, but it handles wide angle lenses surprisingly well and performs close to the M in that regard.

Context

The Leica SL was the first iteration of the current SL system, followed by the SL2 in 2019 and the SL3.

Market

The Leica SL had an original price of $7,450 USD, later reduced to $5,995 in July 2017 and $4,250 by July 2019. A used unit listed on Leica Camera Classic included the original box, documents, battery, charger, and strap for $1,695.00. Some users found the system pricing expensive and the menu system unintuitive, while others praised its performance, with one noting they sold all their Sony gear to afford it.

eBay Listings

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Leica SL2 Mirrorless Camera Body (Black) Body Only, NO BOX

$2,508

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