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Leica SL3-S — Settings for Golden Hour Photography

Here are the recommended camera settings for golden hour photography with the Leica SL3-S. These general values work as a great starting point — for settings tailored to your specific gear, try the wizard.

Recommended Settings

SettingValue
ISO
100–400
Aperture
f/2.8 – f/8
Shutter Speed
1/125s – 1/500s
White Balance
Daylight / Shade
Focus Mode
Single AF / Continuous AF

Tips for Your Camera

  • Your Leica SL3-S has in-body stabilization (~5 stops). In this scene, you can often handhold at slower shutter speeds than the table shows.

These values are general recommendations. The wizard gives you values optimized for your Leica SL3-S and lens — plus step-by-step menu paths.

Camera-Specific Tips

  • The Leica SL3-S features a high-resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF) with a live histogram overlay. This helps you see real-time exposure changes as you adjust your settings in Manual mode, ensuring your shots are perfectly exposed.
  • The Leica SL3-S has a customizable button layout, allowing you to assign frequently used functions to specific buttons. This personalization speeds up your workflow in Manual mode, making it easier to adjust settings quickly.

Get Camera-Specific Guidance

These are general recommendations for this scene. The wizard can show you exactly where to find each setting in your camera’s menu system, plus values optimized for your specific gear.

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