Leica
Camera AG, in Germany is famous for its high-quality lenses. Perhaps you know
the Leica as a partner Panasonic, where Japanese companies have been entrusted
to the Leica camera lens for a wide range of Panasonic Lumix, such as the
Panasonic LX 100. If you want to feel the sophistication of Leica in the body,
which is a combination Leica lens and camera, then you need to consider Leica
S, a medium format camera. The Leica S (Type 007) is the new top model of the
Leica S-System. The Leica S-System also welcomes the new Leica S-E (Type 006)
as a lower-priced entry-level model.
The Leica
S (Type 007) is a medium format DSLR offering high-resolution stills and video
recording capabilities. The 007 has a large 37.5MP 45 x 30mm CMOS sensor enables
truly high-resolution imaging with a native sensitivity from ISO 200 to ISO
6400, with the ability to work in brighter conditions with an expanded ISO 100
pull setting.
The Leica S (Type 007) brings the benefits of a CMOS sensor and
features a wide ISO range and faster continuous shooting. You will enjoy the Live-View and the ability to record 4K (4096 × 2160) video at 24 fps, or Full HD
1080p video at 30/25/24 fps. Wow.
This
sophisticated medium format camera is equipped with the Leica Maestro II image
processor, rather than the first-generation Maestro processor of the previous
camera; like the Leica CMOS sensor and the Leica Maestro II image processor –
and now opens up new dimensions in the field of medium-format photography. The
Leica S (Type 007) possesses all the proven quality characteristics of the
S-System.
Leica S (Type 007) camera key specifications:
37.5MP 30
x 45mm CMOS Sensor
Maestro II
Image Processor
No Optical
Low-Pass Filter
3.0″
921.6k-Dot LCD Monitor
Pentaprism
0.87x-Mag. Optical Viewfinder
4K Video
at 60 fps, 4:2:2 Color
Up to 3.5
fps Shooting, ISO 6400
DNG File
Format, 16-Bit Color Depth
Built-In
Wi-Fi and GPS Connectivity
Weather-Sealed
Magnesium Alloy Body
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| Leica S Type 007 a medium format DSLR. Image: reddotforum.com |
This being a
medium-format DSLR aimed at pros, there is a built-in flash. Instead, external
strobes are catered for with a standard hot shoe and flash sync terminal. The
Leica S has a 3.0-inch, 921,600 dots (640 x 480 pixel) rear-panel LCD monitor is
also identical, but according to Leica, both brightness and contrast of the
panel have been increased.
The good news is, this LCD camera is covered by a
scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass, so you do not have to worry when
subject to impact or dropped accidentally.
To answer the
needs and new challenges, the Leica (type 007) has been equipped with a built-in
Wi-Fi connectivity enables the use of mobile devices for remote camera control
and wireless image transferring via the dedicated app. You can also maximize
the integrated GPS module that can record the geographical positioning of the
data of the momentary location in the Exif data is of the image files Whenever
needed, as well as automatically sets the local system time.
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| Leica S (Type 006). Image: adorama.com |
As a
professional camera, the Leica S is equipped with separate slots for
CompactFlash and SD memory cards further optimized energy efficiency and a
scratch-resistant display. Encouraging is that this camera is not only very
great for shooting in the studio, even very convenient for use on location
under even the most unfavorable conditions, especially if there is protection Corning
Gorilla Glass, which can reduce your worries when you hunt photo with Leica,
either for indoor and outdoor photography.
This is a strong camera. Housing the imaging system is a
robust, dust and weather-sealed magnesium alloy body featuring an anti-slip
rubberized cover for both durability and refined handling. This tough camera is
great for adventure and holiday around the world.
