Leitz SL (Typ 601)
The Leica SL (Typ 601) is a full-frame mirrorless digital camera introduced in 2015, built around the Leica L-mount. When new it was positioned at the professional end of the market, with a magnesium-alloy body, electronic viewfinder and compatibility with R and M lenses via adapters.
At UK auction the SL (Typ 601) has sold at hammer prices between roughly £1,100 and £1,600 in the small sample available, with a midpoint near £1,300. As of 2026 the value of a clean body sits in that band at saleroom level, though condition of the EVF, sensor and shutter count drive where any given example sells for; retail dealer pricing typically runs above these auction-hammer figures.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
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| Jul 2023 | £1,062 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Mini Fine Cameras & Instruments of Science (Lot 43) Title: A Leica SL Type 601 Mirrorless Digital Camera Body
Description:
black, serial no. 4965463, body, G-VG, powers up and appears to function, complete with charger, cable and maker's box |
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| May 2020 | £1,592 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science (Lot 136) Title: A Leica SL (Typ 601) Digital Mirrorless Body
Description:
A Leica SL (Typ 601) Digital Mirrorless Body, 2017, black, serial no. 4967922, body, VG, powers up & operational, complete with charger and neck |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leica SL (Typ 601) worth today?
Recent UK auction hammer prices have ranged from about £1,100 to £1,600, placing the typical worth of a working body around £1,300 at saleroom level in 2026.
How much does a Leica SL (Typ 601) sell for at auction?
In the two recorded UK sales the camera sells for £1,062 and £1,592 at the hammer, excluding buyer's premium.
Is the Leica SL (Typ 601) a good value used Leica?
Its price is well below the cost of a new Leica body, and the L-mount allows use of current SL-system, R and M lenses via adapter, which supports its value on the second-hand market.