Leica Camera

Leica introduced the SL3-P, a mid-tier full-frame camera that combines a 44-megapixel BSI sensor with open-gate 8.1K video and a new hybrid autofocus system featuring 819 phase-detection points. The camera offers up to 40 fps stills with 14 stops dynamic range, Multishot 176MP capture, and 4K/1080p 120fps slo-mo, housed in a magnesium-aluminum body with IP54 rating. Priced at $6,690 body-only, the SL3-P sits between the SL3 and SL3-S and omits Leica’s red dot while retaining content-authentication support. » Plus sur theverge.com

Leica has entered a technical partnership with Chinese semiconductor manufacturer Gpixel to develop and bring to mass production custom image sensors for future camera models, likely the M series. This marks a partial return from Sony sensors as Leica again emphasizes its own sensor technology. Gpixel recently went public in Hong Kong, raising about €300 million; the stock rose sharply on its first trading day. » Plus sur faz.net

Andreas Voll will become CEO of camera maker Leica effective April 1, succeeding Matthias Harsch, whose contract expires at the end of March. Supervisory board chairman and majority owner Andreas Kaufmann praised Voll’s international management experience and expertise in premium technology and brand leadership. Under Harsch, Leica posted several revenue records; the 2024/25 fiscal year closed with revenues of €596 million. Kaufmann holds 55 percent of the shares, Blackstone 45 percent. » Plus sur faz.net