As previously reported, Leica released firmware update version 1.2 for the SL Typ 601 mirrorless camera. This update will bring several improvements in the camera’s picture quality and handling, such as: Optimization of picture quality at ISO values from 50 to 400 Improvements to the image in the electronic viewfinder Greater flexibility when entering WLAN passwords […]
A reader sent me this picture of his brand new Leica SL Typ 601 mirrorlesss camera that came with firmware update version 1.2 (the original version during launch was 1.0). Expect the official announcement in the next few days. Here is what to expect:
Few pictures from the Leica SL camera launch in Hong Kong and a quick hands-on/observations report from a reader in no particular order:
The new Leica SL Typ 601 camera is now shipping in the US: You can check the SL in-stock availability at: Amazon (in stock) B&H: SL camera | SL lens | SL accessories Adorama: SL camera | SL lens Leica Store Miami: SL camera | SL lens Leica Store San Francisco Leica Store Palm Beach Leica Store Pra Perth Popflash […]
Update: Adobe Camera Raw 9.3 is now also available: Windows | Mac. Adobe released Lightroom CC 2015.3 / 6.3 with support for the Leica SL (Typ 601) camera. The new version fixes also several bugs, including the instability, functionality and performance issues introduced in Lightroom CC 2015.2.x/6.2.x.
Some LOG gamma issues with the Leica SL Typ 601 camera were reported online:
For his shoots behind the scenes at Milan’s 2015 Fashion Week the photographer Stefano Guindani used the Leica SL. In this video he talks about the process of learning and the experience he has made with the camera:
