Leica Camera AG presents two firmware updates that bring comprehensive enhancements to current camera models in the Leica SL-System and the Leica Q3 family. Both firmware updates will enhance the performance of the respective cameras in key areas, enabling a more precise, faster, and more intuitive shooting experience for photos and video recording.
SL-Series updates
Firmware version 4.0.0 for the Leica SL-System will significantly enhance the performance of the SL3 and SL3-S, offering crucial advantages. The improved hybrid autofocus reacts even faster and offers far more precise detection of people and animals. The system speed has been optimised, and the SL3’s new Multishot mode enables the full-frame system camera to capture images at up to 240 megapixels. Additionally, the SL3 and SL3-S’s direct cloud connection to Adobe Frame.io ensures a seamless professional workflow.
Q3-family updates
Camera models in the Leica Q3 family also benefit from firmware version 4.0.0, which features a completely revised user interface inspired by the highly acclaimed SL3 interface. The new Leica user interface features redesigned icons, an optimised structure, faster navigation and enhanced touch functionality. Combined with the improved autofocus and configurable Leica Looks, the result is an even more personalised and intuitive shooting experience.
Both firmware updates are available immediately and can be installed via the Leica FOTOS App or an SD card.
Firmware update for the SL-series can be found here, and the update for the Q3-family can be found here.
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I just did a very brave thing today. At the start of a two-week vacation in the sunny Canaries, with the Q3 43 selected as camera of the event, I decided to update firmware. What could possibly go wrong?
However, using Leica Fotos, all went faultlessly and the camera is working as advertised. The UI improvements are impressive, and a step up from the SL3 UI which I’ve been using for seveal months. I’m looking forward to seeing what extra featues have been squeezed into the SL range menu system when I get home in the New Year.
The interface is clearer and just as intuitive as on the current SL3 firmware. I look forward to becoming more familiar with it duriing the next fortnight.
Mike