Leica SL (Typ 601)

The professional mirrorless system for pure photography

Leica SL (Typ 601)
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Leica
Model 10850

Key Features

SENSOR 24MP Full-frame CMOS sensor without low-pass filter
PROCESSOR Leica Maestro II image processor for high-speed performance
AUTOFOCUS Contrast-based AF system with 49 measuring fields
PHASE DETECTION Not applicable; utilizes contrast detection autofocus system
VIDEO 4K at 30fps, Full HD up to 120fps
STABILIZATION No in-body stabilization; relies on OIS in lenses
BURST RATE Up to 11 frames per second continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER EyeRes EVF with 4.4 million dots and 0.8x magnification
DISPLAY 3.0-inch fixed TFT LCD with 1.04 million dots
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, USB 3.0, HDMI Type A, 3.5mm mic/headphone
MEMORY CARD Dual SD card slots (UHS-II and UHS-I)
WEATHER SEALING Solid magnesium alloy body with extensive weather sealing
BATTERY LIFE Approximately 400 shots per charge (BP-SCL4)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Leica SL (Typ 601)

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present Accessed via menu/buttons
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Leica SL (Typ 601)

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Leica SL (Typ 601) Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Leica SL (Typ 601)

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-frame CMOS
Resolution 24 Megapixels
ISO Range 50-50,000
Autofocus Contrast Detection
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 60 seconds
Burst Rate 11 fps
Video 4K 30p
Stabilization None (Lens-based only)
Viewfinder 4.4MP EVF
LCD 3.0-inch Fixed
Memory Card Dual SD (UHS-II/UHS-I)
Connectivity Wi-Fi, USB 3.0, HDMI
Battery Life 400 shots
Weight 847g
Dimensions 147 x 104 x 39 mm