Leica CL camera and Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH lens already listed on website in Japan






The Leica CL camera and Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH lens are already listed on the official Leica website in Japan:

Leica TL detailed specifications:

Camera typeDigital APS-C system camera
Lens MountLeica L bayonet with contact strip for communication between lens and camera
Compatible lensesLenses with Leica L-Mount (TL- and SL- Lenses), Leica M/R lenses using the Leica M-Adapter L/R-Adapter L
SensorAPS-C sized CMOS sensor (23.6 x 15.7 mm) with 24.96/24.24 million pixels (total/effective), aspect ratio 3:2
Photo ResolutionTotal Pixel: 6088 x 4100 Pixel (24,96MP), Effective Pixel: 6032 x 4032 Pixel (24,32MP), Active Pixel 6024 x 4024 Pixel (24,24MP), DNG: 6016 x 4014 Pixel (24 Megapixel), JPG: 6000 x 4000 Pixel (24 Megapixel), 4272 x 2856 Pixel (12 Megapixel) oder 3024 x 2016 Pixel (6 Megapixel)
Foto-file format/compression rateOptional: DNG, JPG, or DNG + JPG
Video resolution / frame rateOptional: 3840 x 2160 p (4K) 30 fps, 1920 x 1080 p (FHD) 60 fps, 1920 x 1080 p (FHD) 30 fps or 1280 x 720 p (HD) 30 fps
Video recording formatMP4
Video recording timeDepending on ambient or housing temperature video recordings are possible up to a maximum length of 29 minutes, maximum file size is 4 GB. If a recording exceeds this limit, the respective part is automatically stored in another file
ProcessorMAESTRO II Generation
Storage mediaSD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards, UHS II-standard is supported
ISO rangeAutomatic, ISO 100 to ISO 50000
White balanceAutomatic, presets for daylight, cloudy, halogen lighting, shadow, electronic flash, memory slots for manually metered settings (2 slots TL2, 1 slot CL), manual color temperature setting
Autofocus SystemContrast-based
Autofocus metering methodsSingle point, multi-zone, spot, face detection, touch AF, touch AF + release
Exposure modesProgram mode, aperture priority mode, shutter speed priority mode and manual setting mode, video
Scene ModesFully automatic, sport, portrait, landscape, night portrait, snow/beach, fireworks, candlelight, sunset, digiscoping, miniature, panorama, HDR
Exposure metering methodsMulti-zone, center-weighted, spot
Exposure Compensation±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments
Automatic exposure bracketingThree pictures in graduations up to ± 3EV, adjustable in 1⁄3 EV increments
Shutter speed range30 s to 1⁄25000 s (up to 1⁄8000 s with mechanical, beyond that with electronic shutter)
Picture seriesMax. approx. 10 fps with mechanical shutter/ 10 fps with electronic shutter function, max. approx. 33 pictures (DNG+JPG) and max. aprrox. 140 pictures (JPG only) at full speed, then depending on memory card properties
Flash modesAdjustable with attached, system compatible flash
Flash exposure compensation±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments
Flash sync speed1⁄180 s
Self-timerSelectable delay time 2 or 12 s
Monitor3” TFT LCD, 1.04MP, touch and gesture control possible
ViewfinderResolution: 1024 x 768 pixels (2.36 MP), enlargement: 0.74x, aspect ratio: 4:3, eye relief: 20 mm, eyepiece: adjustable ± 4 dioptres, with eye sensor for automatic switching between viewfinder and monitor
Top-DisplayResolution: 128 x 58 pixels
ISO Accessory shoeISO accessory shoe with center and control contacts for Leica flash units
Tripod threadA 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4“)
WLANSatisfies IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard (standard WLAN protocol), channel 1-11, encryption method: WLAN-kompatible WPA™/WPA2™
Power supplyLeica BP-DC12 lithium ion battery, rated voltage 7.2 V (7.2 V D.C.), capacity 1200 mAh, (based on CIPA standard): approx. 220 pictures, charging time (after total diwscharge): approx. 140 min
manufacturer: Panasonic Energy (Wuxi) Co., Ltd. made in China
ChargerLeica BC-DC12, input: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, automatic switching, output: DC 8.4 V 0.65 A, manufacturer: Shin Tech Engineering Ltd., Made in China
BodyTop and bottom covers: milled and anodized Aluminum, front and rear body shells:Magnesium
Dimensions (WxHxD)131 x 78 x 45 mm
WeightApprox. 403 g/353 g (with/without battery)
Scope of deliveryCamera body, bayonet cap, carrying strap, accessory shoe cover, battery (Leica BP-DC12), charger (Leica BC-DC 12), mains cables (EU, US, local mains cable)
SoftwareLeica CL App (remote control and picture transfer, free download in Apple™ App-Store™ / Google™ Play Store™)

Leica Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH lens specifications:

LensLeica Elmarit-TL 18 mm f/2.8 ASPH.
Order no.11 088 black anodized
11 089 silver anodized
Compatible camerasAll Leica cameras with Leica L bayonet
Angle of view (diagonal, horizontal, vertical)Approx. 75°, 65°, 46°, corresponding to around 27 mm focal length in 27 mm format
Optical designNumber of lenses/groups: 8/6
Aspherical surfaces: 4
Position of entrance pupil (at infinity): -12.5 mm (in direction of light incidence in front of bayonet mount)
Distance settingSetting/Function: Electronically controlled
Mode selectable using camera menu: Automatic (AF) or manual (M), in AF mode manual override possible at any times
with setting dial
Focusing range: 0.3 m to ∞
Smallest object field/largest scale: approx. 343 x 228 mm/1:14

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