Leica SL3 Firmware Update

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Leica has released a new firmware update for the SL3 that brings internal ProRes 422 HQ recording in both Cinema 4K and Cinema 6K to the camera, using the full width of the sensor. Previously, the SL3 only supported ProRes in 1080p, making this a major upgrade for video users. Both new formats are saved internally to a CFexpress card and triple the output resolution for ProRes workflows.

Additional improvements include more direct access to headphone volume control, joystick-enabled magnification, and updates to the Control Center that show currently assigned functions by default. The old “Film Style” and “Video Style” menus are now grouped under “Leica Looks,” and a 1/16,000-second shutter speed is now available in P and A modes.

Eye, face, body, and animal detection can now be used together with the AF-ON button, and firmware updates no longer require a full battery—25% is now enough. Leica also fixed two minor bugs: joystick-assigned AF-ON is now saved to profiles, and modified profiles are now marked with an asterisk.

You can download the free firmware update on Leica’s website here