Leica SL3-S has same SL2-S sensor

This week on January 16 Leica will announce the new SL3-S L-mount camera. According to my sources this what to expect:

  • It uses the same 24.6MP sensor of the current Leica SL2-S
  • Tweaks have been made through the processor engine so that high ISO images do look even better
  • The one advantage over the SL3 is that the SL3.S will have C2PA support.

I know, this is not an exciting camera for most of my readers. But don’t worry, the next Lumix camera is coming soon!

Panasonic Lumix S1R successor will be announced in February!

According to two reliable sources, Panasonic will launch a new successor to the Lumix S1R in February! This will happen before the start of the CP+ trade show (before Feb. 27). The sources have not yet shared the camera’s specifications, but it is clear that it will use the same Leica SL3 sensor and core technology. But unlike the Leica, the new successor to the S1R will be able to take decent video and will have a much more affordable price.

I don’t know yet if a lens will also be announced along with the new camera. I have heard some wild initial rumors that this might be the case, but I need further investigation….

Now, don’t be upset if you were hoping to get the S1HII first. Panasonic has officially registered three new camera models in Asia. All three cameras are expected to be announced in the first half of the year, and I suspect that the S1HII is one of them. I have no idea what the third camera might be, but I personally hope it will be this one 🙂

So now I will work on getting the full specs of the S1RII, possibly pictures and also some more information about the lenses. If all goes well, I might also be able to share the first information about the other two new cameras 😉

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If you have any rumors about that camera feel free to share them anonymously using this contact box (try to use a nickname to be recognized in future) or via lrumorscameras@gmail.com.

What Dpreview hopes to get from Panasonic in 2025

Dpreview outlines expectations and desires for future Panasonic camera updates. They only have requests for L-mount cameras with the only exception made in favor of a successor of the beautiful LX100.

What We Expect from Panasonic:

  1. High-Resolution Full-Frame Upgrade: Panasonic’s current high-resolution full-frame camera, the S1R, is starting to feel outdated, particularly lacking phase-detect autofocus. There is potential for an upgrade to compete with cameras like the Sony a7RV, Nikon Z8, and Canon EOS R5 II. This would likely involve a new sensor and improved autofocus capabilities.
  2. S1H Update: The S1H, Panasonic’s video-focused camera, is also in need of an update. A new model could essentially serve as a full-frame GH7, offering improved video features like minimal rolling shutter, 4K video output, and, most importantly, phase-detect autofocus. A new, faster sensor is needed as the current 24MP sensor is not quick enough for high-end video needs.
  3. Autofocus Improvements: Panasonic’s autofocus system, while featuring a variety of tracking modes, struggles with moving subjects. Enhancing its phase-detection autofocus system would greatly improve subject tracking, making it more competitive with the best systems from other brands.

What We’d Like to See:

  1. Enthusiast Compact Camera: Panasonic is encouraged to return to producing enthusiast-level compact cameras. The LX100 series, for example, could be revamped with a fixed lens instead of a zoom. A model like this would tap into the demand for high-quality, compact cameras, similar to Fujifilm’s X100 series. Alternatively, a more responsive zoom lens could also appeal to enthusiasts.

In summary, Panasonic’s future releases could benefit from updated video-focused models, improved autofocus, and an enthusiast compact camera, particularly revamping the LX100 series with either a fixed or better-performing zoom lens.

Finally folks! We are getting a new Lumix L-mount camera veeery soon!

I got 100% confirmation that Panasonic will very soon announce a new L-mount camera. Some clickbait…it might be this one or this one 😉
If you have any rumors about that camera feel free to share them anonymously using this contact box (try to use a nickname to be recognized in future) or via lrumorscameras@gmail.com.

I will post the name of the camera tomorrow on L-rumors and on my youtube channel. Stay tuned!

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P.S.: I know you hate teasers…but I am making this post so that sources can send me more info I can verify using what I know already! Thanks!