Leica SL Firmware 3.6 Released

Today, Leica Camera has released firmware version 3.6 for the Leica SL full-frame mirrorless camera. The firmware primarily improves compatibility with non-Leica L-mount lenses - an excellent demonstration of...

Leica SL Firmware 3.3 Released

Today, Leica Camera has released firmware version 3.3 for the SL (Typ 601) full-frame mirrorless camera. In addition to adding compatibility with the new Leica FOTOS app for wireless control (learn more about t...

Leica Offers New SL Trade-Up Program

Today, Leica Camera USA has announced a new trade-up program for individuals looking to switch into the SL system. The details of the program are quite simple. You can trade in a working digital SLR - any brand, any model - and receive an additional $600 off a...

Leica SL Firmware 3.1 Released

Today, Leica Camera has released firmware version 3.1 for the SL (Typ 601) full-frame mirrorless camera. Firmware 3.1's primary purpose is to improve autofocus performance of the Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH len...

Leica SL (Typ 601) Price Reduced to $5,995

Today, in a surprising but welcome move, Leica Camera has reduced the price of the the SL (Typ 601). The popular full-frame mirrorless camera is now $5,995, a $1,455 savings from its original price of $7,450. This eases the entry point into the Leica SL-System...

24-90 Zoom vs. M Lenses on the Leica SL (Typ 601)

A question that keeps coming up again and again is whether people should be shooting with M lenses or the 24-90 zoom on the Leica SL (Typ 601). A lot of Leica photographers have shied away from the zoom due to the feeling that it is too big, too heavy, or lack...