Image: Leica Leica has announced a new addition to its Reporter design series with the Leica SL3 Reporter. As with other models in the special design lineup, the SL3 uses the classic dark green color and promises better durability.
Leica's Reporter design series consists of rugged, limited-edition versions of Leica cameras. It consists of the Q2 Reporter, Q2 Monochrom Reporter and SL2-S Reporter, with the SL3 becoming the fourth model in the lineup.
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The SL3 Reporter features a scratch-resistant dark green finish, a popular option for Leica fans. It also uses an aramid fabric cover, a type of ultra-strong synthetic fiber known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, superb heat resistance and generally high durability. Kevlar, the personal protective equipment brand, is the most commonly known version of aramid. The SL3 already offers an IP54 rating, and this rugged material promises even better durability.
Leica also added a new trim with a unique texture on the SL3 Reporter. The company says it provides an improved grip. On the design front, the camera uses black controls and dark green paint. It lacks the red Leica logo, which Leica says "serves to emphasize the SL3 Reporter’s suitability for challenging working environments. " Indeed, this design choice helps avoid drawing attention to the camera as an expensive item in sensitive situations.
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Specs-wise, the SL3 Reporter is exactly the same as the original SL3. That includes a 60-megapixel BSI sensor, 5-axis in-body image stabilization, hybrid phase/contrast-detect autofocus and DCI 8K video.
The Leica SL3 Reporter is available for purchase now for $7995, which is $500 more than the current price of the SL3.
New: Leica SL3 Reporter
A robust design variant of the mirrorless Leica full-frame system camera perfectly suited for the most demanding photographic requirements
Teaneck, November 6th, 2025 – Leica Camera AG is pleased to announce the launch of the Leica SL3 Reporter, a new addition to the company’s Reporter design series. This particularly robust version of the Leica SL3 represents the latest in a long line of specially developed Leica cameras. The Leica SL3 Reporter is equipped with features that have been specifically designed for the harsh conditions of reportage and press photography. This enables maximum precision even under the most adverse shooting conditions. The product combines maximum functionality and reliability with a unique camera design that is both understated and striking.
The Leica SL3 Reporter features a particularly scratch-resistant dark green finish and an aramid fabric cover, which provides additional protection against abrasion and environmental influences. Furthermore, the special trim, with its unique texture, also offers significantly improved grip. This ensures enhanced stability when taking photographs and filming. Over time, the trim develops a unique patina that reflects the traces of its photographic journey and the character of a true reportage camera. The distinctive design is characterized by a combination of dark-green paintwork with black control elements, and the absence of the red Leica logo, which serves to emphasize the SL3 Reporter’s suitability for challenging working environments.
In terms of its technical specifications, the design variant corresponds to the Leica SL3 series model. This model combines state-of-the-art technology with outstanding image quality of up to 60 megapixels, precise autofocus, premium materials, and “Made in Germany” manufacturing quality. A fast connection to the Leica FOTOS App facilitates a seamless professional workflow.
The Leica SL3 Reporter is now available worldwide in all Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store, and specialist retailers at a price of $7,995. 00.
2025-11-7 22:25
