Leica SL3 + Sigma AF 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary

The moment is yours.
The SL3 is a source of inspiration and a reliable companion that takes the art of visual storytelling to a new level. Ideal for those who want to own the moment and fully immerse themselves in the joy of the creative process with a Leica.

The mirrorless full-frame system camera stands for quality and precision "Made in Germany".
It combines state-of-the-art technology and user-friendly design with the craftsmanship that Leica has stood for for more than 150 years.

Full-frame sensor with triple resolution technology and image stabilization
The 60-megapixel sensor of the Leica SL3 offers a dynamic range of up to 15 f-stops, 14-bit colour depth and exceptionally good noise performance for breathtaking images. And in three different resolutions: 60, 36 and 18 megapixels, in DNG and JPG format. Its ISO sensitivity ranges from ISO 50 to ISO 100000 and guarantees outstanding results in all lighting conditions. Camera shake is also efficiently compensated for by the 5-axis image stabilization (IBIS).

Maestro IV processor
This state-of-the-art image processor ensures fast and reliable operation of the Leica SL3 in both photo and video applications. Optimized noise performance, fast signal processing and Leica's characteristic colour reproduction are just some of the many aspects with which this high-performance processor with L2 technology enables photography and videography with the unmistakable Leica look. Especially for videographers, the Maestro IV supports the transfer speed of the CFexpress Type B interface and the ability to record 8K video and a range of highly efficient video codecs.

Precise autofocus system
The autofocus in the SL3 combines three technologies using efficient algorithms. Depending on the shooting situation, the interplay of phase detection (PDAF), depth map (Object Detection AF) and contrast detection (Contrast Detection AF) is optimally adapted. In this way, the SL3 ensures razor-sharp images in any light. Intelligent scene recognition also supports the photography of dynamic scenes. The particular strengths of each individual technology are combined into a high-precision system that effortlessly fulfills all professional requirements.

Unique Leica UX design
Leica's product design is highly regarded internationally. The Leica SL3 fulfills all requirements for intuitive and consistently user-oriented operation in an outstanding manner. With its sophisticated icon and menu design, a touch interface with gesture control and clearly structured navigation, it ensures smooth shooting processes. Clearly separated into photo and video functions, each with its own color scheme: red for photo and yellow for video.

Adaptable to individual preferences
The main functions of the SL3 can be fully adapted to individual requirements. Freely assignable FN buttons and additional operating elements are just as much a part of this as the customizable assignment of frequently used functions in the control center on the tiltable 3.2-inch touch display. Thanks to the floating design, the arrangement of the icons on the display automatically adapts to the orientation of the camera so that all information remains optimally legible. With its energy-saving stand-by mode, the SL3 is also ready to shoot at the click of a shutter button.

Optimized design
The SL3 is noticeably lighter and more compact than its predecessors and fits perfectly in the hand. An optimized camera design ensures perfect balance with all currently available Leica L-mount lenses and makes the SL3 a particularly comfortable tool for demanding creatives. The elegant leather coating, which is also found on the separately available handgrip, ensures optimum grip and a noble feel.

Fully sealed body Made in Germany
The Leica SL3 impresses with its robust construction, which is designed to withstand the challenges of daily use at all times. Exclusively high-quality materials give the SL3 durability and reliability for years to come. On the software side, this is ensured by continuous firmware updates, which can be easily installed using the Leica FOTOS app. The IP54 certification of the solid all-metal housing always ensures extended protection against moisture and dust and enables use as a photo and video camera even under adverse production conditions.

High-resolution EyeRes® viewfinder
The eyepiece of the SL3's electronic viewfinder is elaborately manufactured with high-quality coated glass lenses. This allows the image of the OLED display inside to be optimally displayed with a resolution of 5.76 million pixels and up to 120 fps. Exposure and composition can therefore be assessed with absolute reliability in the live preview. The integrated eye sensor automatically switches between the viewfinder and the Live View display when the camera is not held directly to the eye.

Fast data transfer with or without cable
The SL3's numerous interfaces for data transfer and connectivity include slots for CFexpress type B and UHS-II SD cards, a USB-C port for fast data transfer, tethering and charging as well as an HDMI type A output for external monitors or recording devices. A dedicated timecode interface ensures the synchronization of image and sound for video productions with multiple cameras. In addition, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi with MIMO technology ensure a stable and fast connection to the Leica FOTOS app. Photos in full DNG resolution can be transferred from the camera to a mobile device within approx. 2 seconds. For a mobile workflow at the cutting edge.

The SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary redefines the standard zoom lens for mirrorless cameras:
It combines outstanding optical performance and a continuous aperture of F2.8 with a lightweight and compact body.

Design-wise, the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is based on the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art, but with a focal length range starting at 28mm. This makes the lens body significantly smaller and lighter, while maintaining the same outstanding optical performance.

The slightly smaller wide-angle range of the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary compared to the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art has made it possible to significantly reduce the size of the 28-70mm body. The Contemporary concept balances performance and handiness.

The new Lens features a single, lightweight focusing element, so the AF unit can also be kept small. Together with a quiet and fast stepper motor, this ensures responsive and virtually silent autofocus performance.

The 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary weighs 470g on its own and just 890g when combined with the SIGMA fp, for example. At less than 1kg, such an outstandingly lightweight camera system gives photographers an enormous amount of freedom and flexibility to realize their creative visions. It is also a perfect choice for filmmakers looking for a powerful, lightweight and easy-to-handle camera system that also works well with a gimbal and other accessories.

Based on the design of the Art product line
The optical design of the SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is based on the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art, which is renowned for its outstanding optical performance across the entire focal length range. The 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary follows the core concept of the Contemporary product line: it was designed to offer the right balance of performance and handiness. In a body that is light enough for everyday use, this fast standard zoom lens thus delivers outstanding image quality that rivals lenses in the Art product line.

Outstanding build quality with attention to detail
The body of the SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary, which was designed to be portable above all else, consists primarily of lightweight components.

Although conventional wisdom holds that it is more difficult to ensure processing accuracy with plastic parts than with metal parts, no compromises were made in the processing quality of the 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary. One reason for this is the use of the special polycarbonate TSC (Thermally Stable Composite), which has comparable thermal shrinkage to aluminum. This reduces the differences in thermal shrinkage between metallic and non-metallic components, ensuring consistent performance even under extreme temperature fluctuations. The use of polycarbonates in the construction of zoom and focus rings can make them appear less premium in practice. However, when these parts are carefully machined for precision and appropriately adjusted in motion by lubricants, the rings provide precise mechanics with an exceptionally high-quality feel.

Highest Optical Performance
The 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary makes use of state-of-the-art technology and features a modern optical design that includes three aspherical, two FLD and two SLD elements.

Despite the overall lower number of elements than the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art, the design still results in extensive correction of longitudinal chromatic aberration and sagital coma that cannot be corrected by camera. This allows users to create images that are consistently sharp from the center to the edge of the shot. In addition to the anti-ghosting design, the Super Multi-Layer and Nano-Porous coatings ensure well-controlled flare for high-contrast results even when backlit. The front lens of the Lens features a water- and oil-repellent coating.

The Everyday Companion
The SIGMA 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary offers a new and improved photographic experience to mirrorless camera photographers who need a fast standard zoom lens. Its high-quality, intuitive construction makes the lens as exciting to use as the incredible images it can produce - inspiring you to realize its creative potential.

Ghosting and Reflection Minimizing Design
An ideal lens directs incident light through all the lenses and onto the sensor. If, on the other hand, some of the light is reflected by individual lenses, not only does the light yield decrease; the reflections within the Lens create ghost images and aperture spots, or they reduce contrast. Such effects would be particularly noticeable in backlit shots.

To prevent this, our 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary uses Super Multi-Layer Coating (SML) and Nano Porous Coating, which reduce flare and ghosting. The result is clear, sharp, high-contrast images without distracting lens flares.

Compatible with the latest full-frame mirrorless cameras
The 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is compatible with full-frame mirrorless cameras with L-mount or Sony E-mount.

A stepper motor is used for fast focusing. The autofocus with automatic eye detection used in newer mirrorless cameras is also supported; this makes precise focusing of portraits, for example, child's play.