New firmware updates released for the Leica SL3, SL3-S (4.2.0), and Leica SL3-P (4.2.1) cameras

By LR admin | Published: June 25, 2026


Leica released new firmware updates for the Leica SL3, SL3-S, and Leica SL3-P cameras:

  • Leica SL3 firmware update version 4.2.0
  • Leica SL3-S firmware update version 4.2.0
  • Leica SL3-P firmware update version 4.2.1

Here’s what’s new:

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Leica introduced new SL3-P lens kit/bundle savings in the US

By LR admin | Published: June 25, 2026



As previously reported, today Leica introduced new SL3-P lens kit/bundle savings in the US:

“The Leica SL3-P is available in three bespoke kits: in combination with a 28–70 mm lens for maximum mobility, with a 24–70 mm lens, or with 24–70 mm and 70–200 mm lenses for a particularly wide range of focal length. Each kit offers a unique starting point for embarking on your journey with the Leica SL-System, tailored to your photographic needs.”


In the US, the new SL3-P lens kit/bundle savings can be found at:


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Leica SL3 system comparison

By LR admin | Published: June 25, 2026



Here is a Leica SL3 system comparison (Leica SL3 vs Leica SL3-S vs Leica SL3-P):

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Leica SL3-P camera explained (tutorials)

By LR admin | Published: June 25, 2026




Leica published video tutorials for the new SL3-P camera:

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Announced: Leica SL3-P, Summilux SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH, and APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8

By LR admin | Published: June 25, 2026



The previously reported Leica SL3-P, Summilux SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH, and APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 are now officially announced and available for order (see details and pictures):

AmericasEuropeAsia
B&H Photo
Leica Miami
Tamarkin Camera
Classic Connection		WEX Photo
Red Dot Cameras
Calumet
Foto Koch		Rangefinder
Map Camera

See the detailed reports on the new SL products at RedDorForum:

 

Additional information and pictures:

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Announcement tomorrow: Leica SL3-P camera, Summilux SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH, and APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lenses

By LR admin | Published: June 24, 2026





 
Tomorrow, Leica is rumored to announce the following three SL products:

Leica is also expected to introduce new kits/bundles with savings for the SL3-P camera.

Previous coverage:

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Leica M11-R camera rumors

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2026


Leica is rumored to announce a new M11-R camera later this year or in early 2027. I was told that the M11-R will have a new sensor but still at 60MP (the last M10-R had a higher-resolution sensor than the M10 version – the general perception was that R stood for “resolution”). Some of the other changes we may see in the M11-R include a larger LCD screen, which could lead to a different button/comntrols placement or even their complete elimination (all touchscreen-based). I am sure most of you remember those leaked prototypes:




My understanding is that the Leica M11-R will use a next-gen or similar sensor that we may see in the M12. The M11-R could be a very good financial deal, just as the M10-R (now listed at $6,835.95) was compared to the M11 ($10,400). It seems that the M11-R will be an experiment/test of what the Leica M12 could be:

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