Leica SL3-S Typ 4506

The Leica SL3-S is a more affordable version of the SL3, swapping its 60 Megapixel sensor for one with 24. The lower res sensor has better video capabilities, much faster burst shooting with autofocus, and more manageable file sizes. As such it’ll appeal to anyone who desired the SL3, but either couldn’t afford it or is more of a hybrid shooter. It’s the same approach employed by the earlier SL2-S. Thing is, I feel if you’re really serious about fast burst shooting, or high-end video features and have SL3-S money to spend, you’ll be better-served by one of the more mainstream brands with more confident subject tracking and perhaps a stacked sensor for reduced skewing. Then there’s the usual caveat that like many Leica cameras, you can almost certainly find the same sensor in a much cheaper body, with the SL3-S specs looking a lot like the Lumix S5 II. If you’re looking for this level of burst and video performance at the lowest cost, Panasonic has you covered. But the Leica SL3-S is a very different camera and experience. You’re coupling that sensor with Leica’s image processing and packing it into one of the best built full-frame bodies around with a refreshingly clean and simple user interface. Like all premium or luxury products though, only you can decide if it’s right for you. One thing’s for certain: the SL3-S will give you the SL3 body experience at a lower price point, and that could do it for you.