Leica S (Typ 006) Specifications

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S (Typ 006)
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Model Name:	Leica S (Typ 006)
Prices:	Compare Prices
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
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Successor:
General
Model Number:	S (Typ 006)
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Pro SLR
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$21950.00
Street Price:	$10,534.95
Date Available:	2012-12-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	44.4 oz (1,260 g) includes batteries
Size:	6.3 x 4.7 x 3.1 in. (160 x 120 x 80 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CCD
Sensor Manufacturer:	Kodak KAF-37500
Effective Megapixels:	37.5
Sensor Format:	Medium format
Sensor size:	1350mm² (45.00mm x 30.00mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	6.00 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	0.8x
Aspect Ratio:	3:2
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	None
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:	76
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	23.9
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	12.2
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	824
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	7500 x 5000 (37.5 MP, 3:2)
Image File Format:	JPEG, Raw (Adobe .DNG), Raw+JPEG Fine/Basic
Continuous-mode frames/second:	1.5
Video Capture
Can take movies:	No
Movie Resolution:
Movie File Format:
Composite Video Out:	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	n/a
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Leica S bayonet
Lens:	n/a
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):
Focal Length (actual):
Zoom Ratio:
Aperture Range:
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:	No
Digital Zoom Values:	n/a
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Phase-detect TTL with central cross-hair sensor: Choice of AFs (single) = Sharpness priority, AFc (continuous) = Shutter release priority, MF (manual), Manual override of automatic setting possible at any time
Auto Focus Assist Light?	No
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD (playback only)
Viewfinder Type:	High eyepoint pentaprism viewfinder, 98% coverage, 0.87x magnification, -3 to +1 diopter correction, interchangeable focusing screen, ground glass screen with microprism ring and split image (standard)
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	1.09x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.87x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:
Top Deck Display:	Yes

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	1600
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, HMI, Fluorescent warm, Fluorescent cool, Flash, Custom (Grey Card), Color temperature (Kelvin)
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 32 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.5EV steps
Metering Modes:	Multi-segment (5 fields), Center-weighted, Spot (3.5% of image frame).
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:
Self Timer:	2, 12 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	No
Flash Modes:	TTL pre-flash metering, with automatic transmission and consideration of sensitivity and set/controlled lens aperture, all exposure modes available, automatic adaptation of flash light component to available light
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	n/a
Max Flash Sync:	1/125 or 1/1000
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	CF1 / SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	Yes
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	Raw (Adobe .DNG), Raw+JPEG Fine/Basic
Movie File Format:
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	No
DPOF Compliant:	No
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Cabled
Connections (extended):	Mini HDMI Type C, X-sync, 7-pin LEMO socket for remote accessories, contact strip for multi-function hand grip

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	1.5
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:
Play -> Record Time:
Flash cycle time, full power:
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary 7.4V, 2100mAh
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x 7.4V, 2100mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:
Internal Charging Supported:
Software
Included Software:	Adobe Lightroom 4, Leica Image Shuttle remote control software
OS Compatibility:	Windows XP/Vista/7; Mac OS X 10.5+
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	37.5MP CCD, 6 micron pixel pitch, 12 stops dynamic range, no LPF, electronic leveling aid (pitch/tilt), GPS module.