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New Leica SL2-S shifts focus towards video creators

Dec 10, 2020 by Dunja Djudjic 6 Comments

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Leica has just announced the SL2-S, a more modest version of last year’s SL2. Just like its predecessor, the SL2-S is also focused more on video creators, but of course, it doesn’t leave photographers behind either.

The Leica SL2-S features a significantly smaller resolution than the SL2. It packs a 24.6MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor, while the older model comes with a 47.3MP sensor. But on the other hand, the continuous shooting speed is higher in the new model. Compared to the SL2’s maximum of 20fps, the SL2-S can shoot up to 25fps. The ISO ranges between 100 and 100,000, which is another improvement over the SL2’s maximum ISO of 50,000.

The new camera features a contrast-detect AF system with  225 selectable AF areas. It has 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization, which also enables the Multishot mode. This mode lets you capture and compile eight separate photos to create a single 96MP file. As for the video, the Leica SL2-S shoots DCI 4K Video and features HLG and 10-bit recording.

Let’s check out the complete specs and more photos:

Imaging
Lens MountLeica L
Camera FormatFull-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
Sensor ResolutionEffective: 24.6 Megapixel (6072 x 4056)
Aspect Ratio1970-01-01 03:02:00
Sensor TypeCMOS
Image File FormatDNG, JPEG
Bit Depth14-Bit
Image StabilizationSensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Exposure Control
ISO SensitivityAuto, 50 to 100000
Shutter SpeedMechanical Shutter
1/8000 to 500 Second
Bulb Mode
Electronic Shutter
1/16000 to 60 Second
Metering MethodCenter-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot
Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
White BalanceAuto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Halogen, Shade, Tungsten, White Balance Adjustment
Continuous ShootingMechanical Shutter
Up to 9 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / 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 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
Electronic Shutter
Up to 25 fps at 24.6 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
Interval RecordingYes
Self-Timer2/12-Second Delay
Video
Recording ModesH.264/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit
DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 24.00p/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]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 100p/119.88p/180p [20 Mb/s]
H.264/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit
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 Recording Modes4:2:2 10-Bit
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/50p/59.94p/100p/120p/180p
Recording LimitUnlimited
Video EncodingNTSC/PAL
Audio RecordingBuilt-In Microphone (Stereo)
External Microphone Input (Stereo)
Audio File FormatAAC, Linear PCM
Focus
Focus TypeAuto and Manual Focus
Focus ModeContinuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)
Autofocus PointsContrast Detection: 225
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeElectronic (OLED)
Viewfinder Resolution5,760,000 Dot
Viewfinder Eye Point21 mm
Viewfinder Coverage1
Viewfinder MagnificationApprox. 0.78x
Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2
Monitor
Size3.2"
Resolution2,100,000 Dot
Display TypeFixed Touchscreen LCD
Flash
Built-In FlashNo
Maximum Sync Speed1/250 Second
Flash Compensation-2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash SystemTTL
External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe
Interface
Media/Memory Card SlotDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
ConnectivityUSB Type-C (USB 3.1), HDMI A (Full Size), 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone
WirelessBluetooth
Wi-Fi
Environmental
Operating Temperature14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
Physical
Battery1 x BP-SCL4 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1860 mAh (Approx. 510 Shots)
Dimensions (W x H x D)5.7 x 4.2 x 3.3" / 146 x 107 x 83 mm
Weight2 lb / 931 g (Body with Battery and Memory)

The Leia SL2-S is now ready for preorders and it costs $4,895. It’s expected to start shipping on 21 December 2020.

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About Dunja Djudjic

Dunja Djudjic is a multi-talented artist based in Novi Sad, Serbia. With 15 years of experience as a photographer, she specializes in capturing the beauty of nature, travel, and fine art. In addition to her photography, Dunja also expresses her creativity through writing, embroidery, and jewelry making.

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