# Versatile Mid-Range DSLR Cameras The New S3 Camera from Leica Features a 64 Megapixel Design By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-03-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-new-s3 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/3/leica-s3-medium-format-dslr-64-megapixels) & [en.leica-camera](https://en.leica-camera.com/) [Leica’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-q3) new [S3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleaning-needs) camera is a mid-range DSLR with a number of upgraded features. The camera is currently available for pre-order from the company’s website, for a price of $18,995. The new unit is also versatile, as it can be used with a total of 16 different lenses. The camera is powered by a Maestro II processor, that can connect to WiFi and has 2GB of storage. The new S3 also features a 64-megapixel sensor, which increases the resolution by 71% when compared to previous Lecia cameras. The sensor also has a range of 15 stops and an [ISO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safet-range) ceiling of 50,000. Lecia’s new camera also has 4K video shooting capabilities, with along with1080p. Image Credit: Leica ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upgraded Mid-range DSLR Cameras:** Leica's new S3 camera features a 64 megapixel sensor and 4K video shooting capabilities, disrupting the mid-range DSLR camera market. - **Versatility in Camera Lens Options:** The new S3 camera from Leica can be used with 16 different lenses, offering photographers a wide range of options and disrupting the lens market. - **Enhanced Connectivity and Storage in DSLR Cameras:** With a Maestro II processor, WiFi connectivity, and 2GB of storage, Leica's S3 camera introduces disruptive innovation in the DSLR camera industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Photography Equipment:** Leica's new S3 camera with upgraded features and versatile lens options creates a disruptive innovation opportunity in the photography equipment industry. - **Technology:** The enhanced connectivity and storage capabilities in Leica's S3 camera present disruptive innovation opportunities in the technology industry. - **Video Production:** With 4K video shooting capabilities, the new S3 camera from Leica offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the video production industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-End Full-Frame Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-q3.md) - [Precision Reporter-Grade Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-sl3-reporter.md) - [Compact Triple Resolution Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m11.md) - [Compact Full-Frame Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-q3-43.md) - [Full-Frame Expansive Lens Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-q3-43-camera.md) - [Budget-Minded Point-and-Shoot Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-dlux-8.md) - [Rangefinder-Free Premium Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-m-ev1.md) - [Ruggedized Reporter Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-sl2s-reporter.md) - [Ultra-High Res Mirrorless Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x2d-100c.md)