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Page 1 LEICA D-LUX Instructions...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Finding the information you need In these instructions, you can find the information you need from the following pages. Table of Contents P.4 - Function Name List P.10 - “Contents by Function” The Main Parts P.14 - Monitor/Viewfinder Display List P.263 - On-Screen Message List P.269 -...
Page 3: How To Use These Instructions
How to use these instructions Recording mode icons Recording modes: In recording modes indicated by black icons, you can select and execute the indicated menus and functions. ■ About the symbols in the text Indicates how the menu item can be set after pressing the [MENU/SET] button. Indicates how the Wi-Fi setting can be made after pressing the [WIFI] button.
Page 4 Table of Contents ■ ■ Finding the information you need ..2 Contents by Function ....... 10 ■ How to use these instructions ... 3 Before Use ■ ■ Before Use ......... 12 Accessories ........13 ■ ■ Scope of Delivery ......13 The Main Parts ........
Page 5 Table of Contents Basics ■ ■ How to Hold the Camera ....53 Switching Information Displayed ■ on the Recording Screen ....62 Using the Viewfinder ......54 ■ Viewing Your Pictures ...... 67 Switching between monitor and viewfinder...........54 Viewing motion pictures ......70 ■...
Page 6 Table of Contents Picture Quality and Coloring Settings ■ ■ Adjusting the Picture Quality Using the Picture Correction by Adding an Effect Functions Effectively .......111 [Photo Style] ........100 Correcting contrast and exposure ■ ([i.Dynamic])..........111 Adjusting Bright / Dark Sections Enhancing the impression of [Highlight Shadow] ......
Page 7 Table of Contents Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes ■ ■ Taking Pictures Automatically Disabling Operational Sounds at Set Intervals and the Light Sources at the [Time Lapse Shot] ......153 Same Time [Silent Mode] ....162 ■ ■ Creating Stop Motion Pictures Using the Face Recognition [Stop Motion Animation] ....
Page 8 Connecting it to a Smartphone ..225 Connecting quickly with the same settings Installing the smartphone/tablet app as used previously “Leica Image Shuttle”.......225 ([Select a destination from History] / Connecting to a smartphone....226 [Select a destination from Favorite]) ..244 Connecting to a smartphone using the Settings for sending pictures ....246...
Page 9 ■ ■ Using Optional Flash Units .... 261 Q&A Troubleshooting ....280 ■ ■ Monitor/Viewfinder Displays ..263 Usage Cautions and Notes .... 294 ■ ■ Message Displays ......269 Leica Service Addresses ....301 ■ Menu List ......... 273...
Page 10: Contents By Function
Contents by Function Still Picture Recording Recording Drive Modes Recording mode ...........59 Drive Mode ..........141 [Preview] ............88 [Aspect Bracket] .........147 Picture effects (Filter)........89 [Self Timer] ..........148 Macro recording ..........126 Picture and Color Settings Recording panorama pictures ....150 [Photo Style] ..........100 [Time Lapse Shot] ........153 [Highlight Shadow] ........102 [Stop Motion Animation] ......156...
Page 11 Contents by Function Playback Playback Editing [Auto Review] ..........57 [RAW Processing] ........205 Picture playback ...........67 [Resize] ............213 Playback Zoom ..........68 [Cropping] ...........214 Multi Playback ..........68 Adding information Motion picture playback ........70 [Location Logging] ........204 Delete ............73 [Title Edit] ............208 Display/playback settings [Text Stamp] ..........209 [Slide Show] ..........201 Image settings...
Page 12: Before Use
■ No compensation for missed shots Leica Camera AG cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording. ■ Carefully observe copyright laws Unauthorized use of recordings that contain works with copyright for purposes other than personal use is prohibited under copyright law.
Page 13: Scope Of Delivery
S, Nylon, black 18 746 Carrying strap 423-109.001-020 size S, Leather, gray 18 761 Lens cap 423-109.001-018 Artisan & Artist for Leica, size 14 883 Lens cap string 423-109.001-019 M, leather-Nylon, black Hot shoe cover 423-109.001-015 Handgrip D-Lux (Typ 109) 18 547 CD with instr.-PDFs...
Page 14: The Main Parts
Before Use The Main Parts Self-timer indicator (→148) / AF Assist Lamp (→53, 125) Control ring (→39) Aspect ratio selector switch (→107) Hot shoe (Hot shoe cover) (→177) The hot shoe cover is inserted at the time of purchase. Aperture ring (→59) Focus selector switch (→114, 126, 128) Lens front ring...
Page 15 Before Use The Main Parts (Top) Stereo microphone (→53, 197) Be careful not to cover the 10 11 12 microphone with your finger. Doing so may impair sound recording. Shutter speed dial (→59) Shutter button Zoom lever (→171) [F] (Filter) button (→89) Exposure compensation dial (→135) [A] button (→59)
Page 16 Before Use The Main Parts Viewfinder (EVF) (→54) In these instructions, “viewfinder” is used to indicate the EVF. Eye Sensor (→54) Diopter adjustment wheel (→55) [EVF] button (→54) / [Fn3] button (→37) Strap eyelet (→19) Monitor [HDMI] socket (→249) [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (→249, 254, 256, 257)
Page 17 Before Use The Main Parts Strap eyelet (→19) Wi-Fi antenna ® Wi-Fi connection lamp (→222) [WIFI]/[Fn2] button (→222) Motion picture button (→58) [AF/AE] button (→133) NFC antenna (→230) [QM] button (→34) Playback button (→67) ] (Delete/Cancel)/[Fn1] button (→32, 73) [DISP] button (→62, 71) [MENU/SET] button / Cursor button / Control dial (→18) ●...
Page 18: [Menu/Set] Button / Cursor Buttons / Control Dial
Before Use The Main Parts [MENU/SET] button / Cursor buttons / Control dial [MENU/SET] button Use this button to call up the menus, enter the settings, etc. (→31) Cursor button This button is used to move the cursor on the menu screens and for other functions.
Page 19: Preparations
• Attach the other end the same way. • Make sure it does not loosen. • Attach it with the Leica logo on the strap facing out. • Do not wrap the strap around your neck. It may result in injury or accident.
Page 20: Charging The Battery
Using such batteries may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that Leica Camera AG is not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery. To ensure that safe products are used we urgently recommend to use only the Leica battery BP-DC15 (→13).
Page 21: Remaining Battery Capacity
● To remove the battery, turn the camera off and wait until the Leica logo on the monitor goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or the recorded...
Page 22: Guidelines For The Number Of Recordable Pictures And The Operating Time
Preparations Charging the Battery Guidelines for the number of recordable pictures and the operating time Recording still pictures (When using the monitor) Number of recordable pictures approx. 350/300 pictures By CIPA standard Recording time approx. 175/150 Recording still pictures (When using the viewfinder) Number of recordable pictures approx.
Page 23 Preparations Charging the Battery Recording motion pictures (When using the monitor) [Rec Quality] Available recording time Actual available recording time [FHD/20M/30p] approx. 135min approx. 65min [FHD/20M/25p] [4K/100M/30p] approx. 90min approx. 45min [4K/100M/25p] The time you can actually record when repeatedly turning the camera on and off, starting and stopping recording and using the lens’...
Page 24: Inserting And Removing The Battery / The Card
Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● To remove card or battery, turn the camera off and wait until the Leica logo on the monitor turns off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or the...
Page 25: About Cards That Can Be Used
Preparations About Cards That can be Used The following SD standard-based cards can be used. Type of Card Capacity Notes SD memory cards 8 MB – 2 GB • Can be used with devices compatible with the respective formats. SDHC memory cards 4 GB –...
Page 26: Formatting The Card (Initialization)
Always format cards with this camera. Please reformat the card with this camera if it has already been formatted with a computer or another device. ● If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting a Leica Camera AG service facility.
Page 27: Recording Capacity Guidelines (Pictures/Recording Time)
Preparations About Cards That can be Used Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary depending on card capacity (and on recording conditions and the type of card). Recording picture capacity (still pictures) When the aspect ratio is set to [4:3] and [Quality] is set to [ [Picture Size] 16GB...
Page 28 Preparations About Cards That can be Used Recording time capacity (motion pictures) • The recordable time is the total time of all the motion pictures which have been recorded. ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds”.) [Rec Quality] 16GB 32GB 64GB...
Page 29: Setting Language, Time, And Date
Preparations Setting Language, Time, and Date The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed. Press to select the language, and then [MENU/SET]. • The [Please set the clock] message appears. Press [MENU/SET].
Page 30: Changing Time Settings
Preparations Setting Language, Time, and Date Press to set your home area, and City or area name then [MENU/SET]. Current time Difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) ● If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you order a photo studio to print the picture, or when you stamp the date on the pictures with [Text Stamp].
Page 31: [Rec]
Preparations Menu Control You can use the menu to set camera and recording functions, operate playback functions, and perform other operations. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Page 32 Preparations Menu Control Press to select the menu item, and Page then [MENU/SET]. • Items can also be selected by turning the control dial. • You can also switch to the next page by pressing [DISP] or rotating the zoom lever. Item Press to select the setting, and then...
Page 33: Setting The Menu Screen Background
Preparations Menu Control Switching menu type Example: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu Press Press to select a menu switch icon [ • Items can also be selected by turning the control dial. Press [MENU/SET]. • Select the menu item and perform the setting. Menu type ●...
Page 34: The Quick Menu
Preparations The Quick Menu You can easily call some of the menu items and set them. • The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode and settings during recording. Press [QM] to display the Quick menu. Turn the control dial to select the menu item, and then press •...
Page 35: Customizing The Quick Menu
Preparations The Quick Menu Customizing the Quick Menu When [Q.MENU] (→34) in the [Custom] menu is set to [CUSTOM], the Quick Menu can be changed as desired. Up to 15 items can be assigned to the Quick Menu. Press to select [ ], and then [MENU/SET].
Page 36 Preparations The Quick Menu [Custom] menu • [Silent Mode] (→162) • [Zebra Pattern] (→167) • [Peaking] (→130) • [Monochrome Live View] (→168) • [Histogram] (→64) • [Rec Area] (→189) • [Guide Line] (→65) • [Zoom lever] (→176) Press [ • This will return the screen to that of step (→35).
Page 37: Assigning Frequently Used
Preparations Assigning Frequently Used Functions to the Function Buttons To allow immediate access to them, you can assign a number of functions to particular buttons. Set the menu item: → [Custom] → [Fn Button Set] Press to select the function button you want to assign a function to, and then [MENU/SET].
Page 38: Cursor Button Lock]
Preparations Assigning Frequently Used Functions to the Function Buttons Assigning a function to a function button Press the function button to use the assigned function. • You can assign the following functions to the [Fn1], [Fn2], and [Fn3] buttons. [Rec] menu/Recording functions •...
Page 39: Changing Settings Using The
Preparations Changing Settings Using the Control Ring The control ring allows easy and convenient settings of several functions. Items that can be set with the control ring vary depending on the recording modes. Following are the pre-assigned settings. Recording mode Setting [Snapshot Mode] Step Zoom (→175)
Page 40: Changing The Settings Assigned To The Control Ring
Preparations Changing Settings Using the Control Ring Changing the settings assigned to the control ring To change the settings assigned to the control ring. Set the menu item: → [Custom] → [Control Ring] to select the setting, and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 41: The [Setup] Menu
Preparations The [Setup] Menu [Clock Set] and [Sleep Mode] are important. Please check these before use. For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [Clock Set] For setting time, date, and display format: (→30) [World Time] For setting the recording date and time with the local time at your destination.
Page 42: [Travel Date]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [Travel Date] If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded. ■...
Page 43: [Beep]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [Beep] For setting the beep or shutter sounds. ■ [Beep Volume] Settings: (High) / (Low) / (Off) ■ [Shutter Vol.] Settings: (High) / (Low) / (Off) ■...
Page 44: [Monitor Display] / [Viewfinder]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [Monitor Display] / [Viewfinder] For adjusting brightness and color of the monitor and viewfinder images. It is suggested to use the default settings. These are intended to provide a preview of the actual picture as accurately as possible.
Page 45: [Monitor Luminance]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [Monitor Luminance] For setting the monitor brightness according to the ambient light level. Settings The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. The brightness is increased.
Page 46: [Sleep Mode]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [Sleep Mode] The camera is automatically turned off after not being used for the preset time. • To restore → Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on the camera again. Settings: [10MIN.] / [5MIN.] / [2MIN.] / [1MIN.] / [OFF] The function is not available in the following cases: •...
Page 47: [Usb Mode]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [USB Mode] For selecting the communication method when connecting the camera to a computer or printer with the supplied USB cable. Settings Selects the communication method each time you connect to a computer or PictBridge-compatible printer.
Page 48 Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [TV Connection] (continued) ■ [HDMI Mode] For setting the format for the HDMI output when playing back on an HDMI-compatible high-definition TV connected with the camera using an HDMI micro cable. Settings Automatically sets the output resolution based on information from the [AUTO]...
Page 49: [Menu Resume]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [TV Connection] (continued) ■ [HDTV Link] For enabling automatic linking with other HDTV Link-compatible devices, and operability with a HDTV remote control when connected via an HDMI micro cable. (→251) Settings Operations may be performed via the remote control of the HDTV Link-compatible...
Page 50: [Version Disp.]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [Version Disp.] For checking the firmware version of the camera or the supplied flash unit (when it is attached). ● When you press [MENU/SET] while the version is displayed, software information, such as the license, is displayed.
Page 51: [Reset Wi-Fi Settings]
Preparations The [Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→31) [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] For returning [Wi-Fi] settings to default settings. ● If you want to dispose or give away your camera, always reset it to prevent your personal information from being mistakenly used.
Page 52: Entering Text
Preparations Entering Text Use the cursor buttons to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in [Profile Setup] (babies and pets), or to register locations in [Travel Date] etc. • Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered. • Example of operation for displaying a screen: →...
Page 53: How To Hold The Camera
Basics How to Hold the Camera • To avoid camera shake, hold it steady with both hands, AF Assist Lamp keeping your arms close to your body while standing Microphone with your feet slightly apart. • Do not touch the lens barrel. •...
Page 54: Using The Viewfinder
Basics Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder provides an excellent view of the subject even if you are in a bright area. Switching between monitor and viewfinder The [EVF]/Fn3 button operates in two ways: [EVF] button Use it either as [EVF] or as a function button. At the time of purchase, the button is assigned to [EVF].
Page 55: About Eye Sensor Af
Basics Using the Viewfinder Setting the sensitivity of the eye sensor or setting to switch between the viewfinder and monitor displays → [Custom] → [Eye Sensor] Use this setting to set the sensitivity of the eye sensor. [Sensitivity] [HIGH] / [LOW] Use this setting to switch between the viewfinder and monitor displays.
Page 56: Taking Still Pictures
Basics Taking Still Pictures • Press [ ] / ( ) to set the drive mode to [ ] ([Single]). Select the recording mode. (→59) Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Focus display ( When focusing is successful: illuminated When focusing is not successful: flashing) •...
Page 57 Basics Taking Still Pictures ● Subjects/environments which may make focusing difficult: • Fast-moving or extremely bright objects, or objects with no color contrast. • Taking pictures through glass or near objects emitting light. • In the dark, or with significant camera shake. •...
Page 58: Recording Motion Pictures
Basics Recording Motion Pictures Motion pictures, including those taken in 4K, are recorded in the MP4 format. (→191) Audio is recorded in stereo. Press the motion picture button to start recording. • Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it. •...
Page 59: Selecting The Recording Mode
Basics Selecting the Recording Mode To select the recording mode using the aperture ring and the shutter speed dial Turn the aperture ring and the shutter speed dial. • Make sure the aperture ring and the shutter speed dial click into place in the desired number or letter position.
Page 60: Custom Set
Basics Selecting the Recording Mode Registering a combination of settings to be used during recording (Custom Set) You can register up to three combinations of your preferred menu settings. Selecting [Utilize Custom Set feature] from the [Custom] menu enables you to switch quickly to the settings you selected for the custom settings.
Page 61: Custom] Menu
Basics Selecting the Recording Mode When changing the menu settings Even if the menu settings are changed temporarily while any one of the custom settings is selected, the currently registered settings will remain unchanged. To change the currently registered settings, overwrite the registered data using [Cust.Set Mem.] in the [Custom] menu.
Page 62: Switching Information Displayed On The Recording Screen
Basics Switching Information Displayed on the Recording Screen You can also turn off the recording information (such as icons for various settings) and the level gauge (→66). Press [DISP] to switch the display. • You can use [Monitor Disp. Style] and [EVF Disp.Style] in the [Custom] menu to select either [ ] (Monitor style display layout) or [...
Page 63 Basics Switching Information Displayed on the Recording Screen ■ ] Viewfinder style display layout • The display is switched as shown below. (Example) With information With information (Detailed information) With information (Detailed information) With information level gauge level gauge When [Histogram] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON], a histogram is displayed. (→64) When [Expo.Meter] in the [Custom] menu is set to [ON], the Shutter speed/aperture indication is displayed.
Page 64 Basics Switching Information Displayed on the Recording Screen Enabling/disabling the histogram display → [Custom] → [Histogram] → [ON] / [OFF] to set the position. A Histogram is a graph that displays brightness along (Example) the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis.
Page 65 Basics Switching Information Displayed on the Recording Screen Enabling/disabling the guideline display → [Custom] → [Guide Line] → [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [OFF] • The guideline display is not available during panorama picture recording. When you select [ ], you can use to set the position.
Page 66: Using The Level Gauge
Basics Switching Information Displayed on the Recording Screen Using the level gauge If you want to make sure that the camera is not slanted or tilted, for example, when you take a picture of a landscape, use the level gauge indication as a reference. Press [DISP] to switch the display.
Page 67: Viewing Your Pictures
Basics Viewing Your Pictures Press [ Press or turn the control dial to select the picture to be displayed. • When you press and hold , the pictures are displayed one after another. • The playback speed of pictures varies depending on the playback conditions.
Page 68: Multi Playback
Basics Viewing Your Pictures Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Turn the zoom lever in the T direction. • Each time you turn the zoom lever in the T direction, the magnification increases through four levels: 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. (The picture quality displayed becomes successively lower.) •...
Page 69 Basics Viewing Your Pictures Viewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback” Turn the zoom lever in the W direction to display the calendar screen. to select the recording date, and then Selected date press [MENU/SET]. • Pictures are displayed in a 12-picture screen. •...
Page 70: Viewing Motion Pictures
● Motion pictures can be viewed on your computer using the software available after registering your camera on the Leica Camera AG home page (→253). ● With camera models 18 471 / 18 472: Motion pictures that were recorded by setting the picture effect (Filter) to [Miniature Effect] are played back at approximately 10x speed.
Page 71: Switching The Display Information Of The Playback Screen
Basics Switching the Display Information of the Playback Screen You can disable the display of picture information (file number, etc.) and recording information (settings used for recording, etc.) when a picture is played back. Press [DISP] to switch the display. •...
Page 72 Basics Switching the Display Information of the Playback Screen Enabling/disabling the overexposed area display → [Custom] → [Highlight] → [ON] / [OFF] You can set overexposed areas (areas that are too bright, i.e. ‘blown highlights’) to flash on the screen when the [Auto Review] function is activated or during playback. This does not affect recorded the pictures.
Page 73: Deleting Pictures
Basics Deleting Pictures Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. Pictures will not be deleted in the following cases: • With protected pictures. • With the card’s slider in the “LOCK” position. • With pictures that are not based on the DCF standard. (→67) ●...
Page 74: Deleting Multiple (Up To 100)/All Pictures
Basics Deleting Pictures Deleting multiple (up to 100)/all pictures A picture group (→198) is handled as 1 picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group are deleted.) Press [ ] while viewing a picture. to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 75: Using Snapshot Mode
Recording mode Using Snapshot Mode Mode: When you wish to leave settings to the camera, use this mode, in which the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. The camera optimizes the settings and the following functions are activated automatically. •...
Page 76: Automatic Scene Detection
Recording mode Using Snapshot Mode Automatic Scene Detection When taking pictures [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait] [i-Handheld Night [i-Night Scenery] [i-Food] [i-Baby] Shot] When the subject does not correspond to any of the scene modes [i-Sunset] above When a flash unit (supplied/optional) is used When [iHandheld Night Shot] is [ON].
Page 77 Recording mode Using Snapshot Mode Using a flash unit (supplied/optional) Turn off the camera. Remove the hot shoe cover. Attach the flash unit. Turn on the camera and the flash unit. For details (→177, 261). ■ Flash When the [ON/OFF] switch for the flash unit (supplied/optional) is set to [OFF], the flash mode is set to [ ] (Forced Flash Off).
Page 78: Taking Pictures Using The Camera Handheld ([Ihandheld Night Shot])
Recording mode Using Snapshot Mode Taking pictures using the camera handheld ([iHandheld Night Shot]) If a night scene is detected automatically while the camera is being handheld, [iHandheld Night Shot] can record a still picture with less subject blurring and less noise without using a tripod by combining several exposures.
Page 79: Combining Several Exposures Into A Single Picture With Rich Gradation ([Ihdr])
Recording mode Using Snapshot Mode Combining several exposures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) When there is, for example, strong contrast between the brightest and the darkest parts of the scene, [iHDR] records multiple exposures with differing brightness and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation.
Page 80: Taking Pictures Using The Exposure Control Modes , , , And
Recording mode Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and You can set the exposure using the aperture ring and the shutter speed dial. You can also change various settings in the [Rec] menu, and apply picture effects. (→89) Recording mode Aperture ring Shutter speed dial...
Page 81: Program Mode
Recording mode Taking pictures using the exposure control modes , and Program Mode Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. Turn the aperture ring to select [A] (AUTO). Set to the respective click-stop position.
Page 82 Recording mode Taking pictures using the exposure control modes , and About Program Shift In Program Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed combinations without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can e.g. reduce the extent of the sharply rendered subject parts by decreasing the aperture value or render a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed.
Page 83: Aperture-Priority Mode
Recording mode Taking pictures using the exposure control modes , and Aperture-Priority Mode Mode: Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a larger in-focus area (in front of and behind the main subject), or to a lower number for the opposite Turn the shutter speed dial to select [A] (AUTO).
Page 84: Shutter-Priority Mode
Recording mode Taking pictures using the exposure control modes , and Shutter-Priority Mode Mode: Set a faster shutter speed if you want to take a sharp picture of a moving subject, or a slower shutter speed if you want to create e.g. subject blur to emphasize a movement. Turn the aperture ring to select [A] (AUTO).
Page 85 Recording mode Taking pictures using the exposure control modes , and ● When you turn the shutter speed dial, the shutter speed/aperture indication is displayed. If the correct exposure is not achieved, the shutter speed is shown in red. ● If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red and flash when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Page 86: Manual Exposure Mode
Recording mode Taking pictures using the exposure control modes , and Manual Exposure Mode Mode: This mode allows you to determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The light balance scale appears at the bottom of the screen to indicate the over-/under-/ correct exposure resulting from the respective settings.
Page 87 Recording mode Taking pictures using the exposure control modes , and Light balance (approximation) The exposure is appropriate. Set a faster shutter speed and/or a larger aperture value. Set a slower shutter speed and/or a smaller aperture value. About T (time) When you set the shutter speed to T (time) and fully press the shutter button, the shutter opens.
Page 88: Checking The Effects Of Aperture Value And Shutter Speed ([Preview] Mode)
Recording mode Taking pictures using the exposure control modes , and Checking the effects of aperture value and shutter speed ([Preview] Mode) Available in the following modes: The effects of the aperture and shutter speed settings can be checked by using the Preview Mode.
Page 89 Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) Available in the following modes: You can set various effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. This is also possible when taking panorama pictures. Press [F]. Preview display Press or turn the control dial to...
Page 90 Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) ● Settings will be stored even if the recording mode is changed or the camera is turned off. ● If you do not want to add picture effects, please select [No Effect]. ●...
Page 91 Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) Adjusting the picture effects according to your preferences You can easily adjust the setting conditions (such as degree and coloring of an effect) of the picture effects according to your preferences. Press to display the setting screen.
Page 92: Old Days
Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) For the setting procedures for picture effects (Filter), refer to (→89). [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set (Press to display the setting screen.): Color hues Subdued Exaggerated...
Page 93: Low Key
Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) For the setting procedures for picture effects (Filter), refer to (→89). [Low Key] This effect adds a dark and therefore quiet feel to the overall image and enhances bright parts. Items that can be set (Press to display the setting screen.): Color Red emphasized...
Page 94: Impressive Art
Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) For the setting procedures for picture effects (Filter), refer to (→89). [Rough Monochrome] This effect creates a black and white picture with noise resembling the graininess of conventional film material. Items that can be set (Press to display the setting screen.): Grittiness Weaker...
Page 95: Cross Process
Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) For the setting procedures for picture effects (Filter), refer to (→89). [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set (Press to display the setting screen.): Color Green tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/Red tone [Toy Effect]...
Page 96: Miniature Effect
Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) For the setting procedures for picture effects (Filter), refer to (→89). [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs the frame edges to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set (Press to display the setting screen.): Color hue Subdued...
Page 97: Soft Focus
Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) For the setting procedures for picture effects (Filter), refer to (→89). [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. Items that can be set (Press to display the setting screen.): Extent of defocus Weaker Stronger...
Page 98: One Point Color
Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) For the setting procedures for picture effects (Filter), refer to (→89). [One Point Color] This effect lets subjects with the selected color stand out from the other (differently colored) subject parts. Items that can be set (Press to display the setting screen.): Amount of color...
Page 99 Picture effects (Filter) Taking Pictures Using Additional Effects (Filter) For the setting procedures for picture effects (Filter), refer to (→89). [Sunshine] This effect adds a cast of light to the scene. Items that can be set (Press to display the setting screen.): Color Yellow tone/Red tone/Blue tone/White tone ■...
Page 100: Picture Quality And Coloring Settings
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect [Photo Style] Available in the following modes: You can adjust the colors and picture quality according to the concept of the picture that you want to create. →...
Page 101 Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect [Photo Style] ■ Adjusting the picture quality Press to select the type of Photo Style. Standard Press to select an item, and then to adjust. Increases the difference between the brighter and the darker parts in the picture.
Page 102: Adjusting Bright / Dark Sections [Highlight Shadow]
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Adjusting Bright / Dark Sections [Highlight Shadow] Available in the following modes: You can adjust the highlights and shadows in a picture while checking the results on the screen. Set the menu item: → [Rec] → [Highlight Shadow] Press to select the item.
Page 103: Setting The White Balance
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Setting the White Balance Available in the following modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this function allows settings according the prevailing light source, and thus to adjust the rendition of white to your (subjective) personal perception.
Page 104: Setting The White Balance Manually
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Setting the White Balance ■ Auto White Balance Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, they may take on a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources is being used or there is nothing with a color close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly.
Page 105: Setting The Color Temperature
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Setting the White Balance Setting the color temperature You can set the color temperature manually for taking natural pictures in different lighting conditions. The color of light is measured as a number in degrees Kelvin. As the color temperature increases, the picture becomes more bluish, as it decreases, more reddish.
Page 106: White Balance Bracketing
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Setting the White Balance White Balance Bracketing Bracket settings are performed based on the values for White Balance fine adjustment. Three pictures with different color rendition are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once. Perform White Balance fine adjustments in step of “Finely adjusting the White Balance”...
Page 107: Setting Picture Quality And Resolution
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Setting Picture Quality and Resolution Changing the aspect ratio of still pictures Available in the following modes: You can easily switch the aspect ratio of still pictures using the aspect ratio selector switch. Available aspect ratio settings [4:3] Aspect ratio of conventional CRT-TVs [1:1]...
Page 108: Setting The Resolution
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Setting Picture Quality and Resolution Setting the resolution Available in the following modes: The higher the resolution, the more details the pictures will contain. This becomes more and more evident, the larger the picture is reproduced. →...
Page 109: Setting The Compression Rate Of Pictures ([Quality])
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Setting Picture Quality and Resolution Setting the compression rate of pictures ([Quality]) Available in the following modes: This function allows you to select the file format, e. g. JPEG and/or RAW, and in the case of JPEG, the compression rate. [RAW] is especially suited for the subsequent comprehensive editing of the image data using respective software such as Adobe ®...
Page 110 Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Setting Picture Quality and Resolution ● The following effects cannot be used on RAW file pictures: • [Snapshot Mode] • Picture effects (Filter) • White Balance • [Photo Style] / [Highlight Shadow] / [i.Dynamic] / [Red-Eye Removal] / [i.Resolution] [Color Space] ([Rec] menu)
Page 111: Using The Picture Correction Functions Effectively
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Using the Picture Correction Functions Effectively Correcting contrast and exposure ([i.Dynamic]) Available in the following modes: This function automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. →...
Page 112: Combining Still Pictures With Different Exposures ([Hdr])
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Using the Picture Correction Functions Effectively Combining still pictures with different exposures ([HDR]) Available in the following modes: The camera can combine 3 pictures taken with different brightness levels into a single one with rich gradation. The individual exposures used to create the HDR picture are not saved.
Page 113: Reducing The Noise In Long Exposures ([Long Shtr Nr])
Picture Quality and Coloring Settings Using the Picture Correction Functions Effectively Reducing the noise in long exposures ([Long Shtr NR]) Available in the following modes: The camera can automatically eliminate the noise resulting when taking pictures with a slower shutter speed (e.g. to record night scenes). →...
Page 114: Focus And Exposure Settings
Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus Switch the focus mode Autofocus is activated. selector switch to [ ] or Align with the index mark. Selecting the focus mode (AFS, AFF, AFC) Available in the following modes: The selected mode determines how focusing works when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Page 115: Switching [Af Mode]
Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus When recording using [AFF], [AFC] ● Focusing may take time if the focal length is changed from max. W to max. T, or if you suddenly move closer to a subject from a greater distance. ●...
Page 116 Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus About (Face/Eye Detection) The camera automatically detects a person’s face and eyes. The eye closer to the camera will be in focus, while the exposure will be optimized for the face (when [Metering Mode] is set to [ ] (Multi Metering)).
Page 117: Automatically Locking The Focus On A Moving Subject
Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject Aim the AF Tracking frame at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. When the subject is recognized, the AF Tracking frame changes from white to yellow, and the subject is automatically kept in focus. If AF Lock fails, the frame flashes in red for a while and then turns off.
Page 118 Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus , etc. (Custom Multi) From among the 49 AF areas, you can freely set which of them should be used (and which not) for the subject. Press [ ] ( ). Select a Custom Multi icon ([ ], etc.), and then press •...
Page 119 Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus When selecting [ ] / [ ] / [ ] / [ to select the AF area, and then press [MENU/SET] to set (repeat). • If you press [MENU/SET] again, the setting will be canceled. •...
Page 120: Locking The Focus
Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus (1-area-focusing) / (Pinpoint-focusing) (1-area-focusing) The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area in the center of the screen. (Recommended when focusing is difficult, or when it is supposed to be based on a specific off-center detail) •...
Page 121: Changing The Position And Size Of The Af Area
Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus Changing the position and size of the AF area ■ When selecting [ ] / [ You can change the position and size of the AF area: Select [ ] or [ ], and then press •...
Page 122 Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus ■ When selecting [ You can enlarge a section of the image to allow more precise settings of the focus position. • You cannot set the focus position at the edges of the screen. Select [ ], and then press to set the focus position, and then press...
Page 123 Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus Enabling/disabling use of the cursor buttons to move the AF area → [Custom] → [Direct Focus Area] → [ON] / [OFF] When [ ], [ ], or [ ] is selected, you can move the AF area, and when [ ] is selected, you can move the enlarged position.
Page 124: Setting Your Preferred Focusing Method
Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus Setting your preferred focusing method You can use the [Custom] menu to set the focusing method in detail. Enabling/disabling focusing when the shutter button is pressed halfway → [Custom] → [Shutter AF] → [ON] / [OFF] Enabling/disabling shutter release when the shutter button is pressed halfway →...
Page 125 Focus and Exposure Settings Using Autofocus Turning on/off the AF Assist Lamp → [Custom] → [AF Assist Lamp] → [ON] / [OFF] The AF Assist Lamp lights up when the shutter button is pressed halfway when it is too dark to allow focusing. (A large AF area is displayed based on recording conditions.) ●...
Page 126: Taking Close-Up Pictures
Focus and Exposure Settings Taking Close-Up Pictures Available in the following modes: When you want to render small objects as large as possible, setting to [ ] (AF Macro) enables you to take pictures from an even closer distance than the normal focus range (down to 3cm (1 ″) for max.
Page 127 Focus and Exposure Settings Taking Close-Up Pictures ● In [Snapshot Mode], the shortest focusing distance will be the same as that for [ ], regardless of the focus selector switch setting. ● It may take some time until distant subjects come into focus. ●...
Page 128: Manual Focusing
Focus and Exposure Settings Manual Focusing Available in the following modes: Use this function when you want to lock the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject remains unchanged for several shots and you do not want to activate Autofocus.
Page 129 Focus and Exposure Settings Manual Focusing Enabling/disabling MF Guide display → [Custom] → [MF Guide] → [ON] / [OFF] Quickly focusing using Autofocus → [Custom] → [AF/AE Lock] → [AF-ON] If you press [AF/AE] in Manual Focus, Autofocus is activated. ●...
Page 130 Focus and Exposure Settings Manual Focusing Enabling/disabling the identification of in-focus subject parts [Peaking] → [Custom] → [Peaking] ● [Peaking] functions during Manual Focus or when you focus manually using [AF+MF]. [ON] The edges of in-focus subject parts are highlighted in color. [OFF] The function is not active.
Page 131: Mf Assist
Focus and Exposure Settings Manual Focusing MF Assist ■ The MF Assist display • Turn the control ring to display MF Assist. • You can also display MF Assist by pressing to display the setting screen, pressing the cursor button to set the position to be enlarged, and then pressing [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 132 Focus and Exposure Settings Manual Focusing Changing the MF Assist display → [Custom] → [MF Assist Display] [FULL]: Enlarges the assist section using the entire screen. [PIP]: Enlarges the assist section on part of the screen. • When [PIP] is selected, the MF Assist display is enlarged or reduced approximately 3 to 6 times.
Page 133: Focus And Exposure Memory Lock
Focus and Exposure Settings Focus and Exposure Memory Lock Available in the following modes: This function is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area (AFLock) and/or for subjects whose brightness is above or below average (AE Lock). Aim the AF frame at the main subject (in case it is to be placed off-center), or at an other subject of average brightness (In case it is significantly darker or brighter).
Page 134 Focus and Exposure Settings Focus and Exposure Memory Lock ● Only AF Lock is effective when taking pictures in [Manual Exposure] Mode ● Only AE Lock is effective when taking pictures with Manual Focus. ● Only AF Lock is active during motion picture recording. Once you cancel AF Lock during the recording, it cannot be reactivated.
Page 135: Exposure Compensation
Focus and Exposure Settings Exposure Compensation Available in the following modes: Use this function when you wish to modify the exposure settings the camera delivers, e.g. when your main subject would otherwise be rendered brighter/darker than you want. Turn the exposure compensation dial to select the compensation value.
Page 136: Setting The Iso Sensitivity
Focus and Exposure Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Available in the following modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Higher values allow using faster shutter speeds e.g. for unblurred hand-held shots and/or higher aperture values e.g.
Page 137: Setting The Upper Iso Sensitivity Limit
Focus and Exposure Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity ● When [High Dynamic] is selected for the picture effect (Filter), [Sensitivity] is fixed to [AUTO]. ● When a picture effect (Filter) other than [High Dynamic] is selected or when [Multi Exp.] is set, ISO Sensitivity can be set in a range up to [3200].
Page 138: Setting The Iso Sensitivity Setting Increments
Focus and Exposure Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Setting the ISO sensitivity setting increments Available in the following modes: You can determine whether to set the ISO values in 1 EV or 1/3 EV steps. → [Rec] → [ISO Increments] [L.100] / [L.125] / [L.160]...
Page 139: Selecting The Exposure Metering Mode [Metering Mode]
Focus and Exposure Settings Selecting the Exposure Metering Mode [Metering Mode] Available in the following modes: You can select between three different brightness metering methods. → [Rec] → [Metering Mode] [Metering Mode] Brightness measurement position Conditions The brightness is detected in Normal usage (high probability of different sections of the frame.
Page 140: Shutter And Drive Settings
Shutter and Drive Settings Setting the Shutter Type Available in the following modes: You can use either of the two shutter types to take pictures: the mechanical and the electronic shutter. Mechanical shutter Electronic shutter Starts the exposure electronically Starts and ends the exposure Description and ends it using the mechanical electronically.
Page 141: Selecting A Drive Mode
Shutter and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Available in the following modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. Press [ ] / ( Press to select the drive mode, and Drive Mode then [MENU/SET].
Page 142: Using Continuous Mode
Shutter and Drive Settings Using Continuous Mode Available in the following modes: Pictures are taken in succession as long as the shutter button is pressed. • Pictures that are taken while [Burst Rate] is set to [SH] are recorded together as a single picture group (→198).
Page 143 Shutter and Drive Settings Using Continuous Mode Focus on the subject and take a picture. • Hold down the shutter button fully to activate Continuous Mode. ■ To cancel Continuous Mode In step , select [ ] ([Single]) or [ Focusing in Continuous Mode Focusing varies depending on the focus mode (→114) and the setting of [Focus/Release Priority] (→125) in the [Custom] menu.
Page 144 Shutter and Drive Settings Using Continuous Mode ● When the frame rate is set to [H] and if many pictures are taken, the frame rate may be reduced during the series. ● When the frame rate is set to [SH] or [H] (the focus mode is set to [AFS] or [MF]), and the exposure and White Balance settings are fixed to those of the first picture.
Page 145: Using [Auto Bracket]
Shutter and Drive Settings Using [Auto Bracket] Available in the following modes: In this mode, up to a maximum of 7 pictures are automatically taken with the selected exposure steps. Example of Auto Bracket recording when [Step] is set to [3·1/3] and [Sequence] is set to [0/–/+] 1st picture 2nd picture...
Page 146: Motion Picture Recording
Shutter and Drive Settings Using [Auto Bracket] ■ Changing the Single/Continuous setting, the compensation range, and the recording sequence of Auto Bracket Set the menu item: → [Rec] → [Auto Bracket] Press to select [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] or [Sequence], and then [MENU/SET].
Page 147: Using Aspect Bracketing
Shutter and Drive Settings Using Aspect Bracketing Available in the following modes: When you press the shutter button once, the camera automatically takes four pictures with four different aspect ratios (4:3, 3:2, 16:9, and 1:1). (The shutter sounds only once.) Press [ ] / ( Press...
Page 148: Using The Self-Timer
Shutter and Drive Settings Using the Self-Timer Available in the following modes: We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer’s 2 second delay to prevent camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button. Press [ ] / ( Press to select the self-timer icon ], etc.), and then Press to select the self-timer...
Page 149: Motion Picture Recording
Shutter and Drive Settings Using the Self-Timer ● If you take a picture with a flash attached and switched on when [ ] is set, the flash output may not be consistent in some cases. ● This mode cannot be set to [ ] in the following cases: •...
Page 150: Creating Panorama Pictures
Shutter and Drive Settings Creating Panorama Pictures Available in the following modes: You can easily create a panorama picture with this mode by panning the camera while it takes pictures continuously. When the series is finished, the recordings are automatically combined into one panorama picture.
Page 151 Shutter and Drive Settings Creating Panorama Pictures Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion to the recording direction to start recording. Taking pictures from left to right 2 sec. 3 sec. 1 sec. Panning direction and progress status (approximation) 4 sec.
Page 152 Shutter and Drive Settings Creating Panorama Pictures ■ About panorama picture playback Panorama pictures can be enlarged by operating the zoom lever the same way as with other still pictures. If you play back panorama pictures in the same way as playing back a motion picture, the panorama pictures are scrolled automatically.
Page 153: Functions For Specific Subjects And Purposes
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] Available in the following modes: The camera can automatically create a picture series of subjects such as animals or plants as time elapses. To use this function, set the start time, the time between the shots and the number of pictures.
Page 154 Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] Press the shutter button fully. • The recording starts automatically. • During recording standby, the camera turns off automatically when no operation is performed for a preset interval. The [Time Lapse Shot] recording will continue even if the camera is turned off, and the camera is automatically turned on at the recording start time.
Page 155 Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] ● This function is not intended for application-specific systems (monitoring cameras). ● If you leave the camera unattended during [Time Lapse Shot] recording, make sure it cannot be stolen.
Page 156: Creating Stop Motion Pictures [Stop Motion Animation]
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Creating Stop Motion Pictures [Stop Motion Animation] Available in the following modes: A stop motion picture is created by splicing pictures together. • Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→29) • Still pictures that were captured using frame-by-frame recording are grouped into a single picture group.
Page 157 Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Creating Stop Motion Pictures [Stop Motion Animation] Press to select the recording method, and then [MENU/SET]. [Auto [ON] Takes pictures automatically at a set recording interval. When the Shooting] shutter button is pressed fully, recording starts. [OFF] Takes pictures manually, one frame at a time.
Page 158 Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Creating Stop Motion Pictures [Stop Motion Animation] Press [MENU/SET] to end recording. Next, select [Stop Motion Animation] in the [Rec] menu, and then press [MENU/SET] again. • A confirmation screen is displayed. It is ended when [Yes] is selected. •...
Page 159 Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Creating Stop Motion Pictures [Stop Motion Animation] ● [Auto Shooting] may not be performed according to the preset interval because recording may take time under some conditions, such as when pictures are taken using a flash. ●...
Page 160: Making Multiple Exposures For A Single Picture [Multi Exp.]
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Making Multiple Exposures for a Single Picture [Multi Exp.] Available in the following modes: You can create pictures in which several exposures (up to 4) are superimposed over each other. Set the menu item: →...
Page 161 Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Making Multiple Exposures for a Single Picture [Multi Exp.] ■ About the automatic gain compensation setting Select [Auto Gain] on the screen in step (→160). • [ON]: The brightness level is adjusted according to the number of pictures taken. •...
Page 162: Disabling Operational Sounds And The Light Sources At The Same Time [Silent Mode]
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Disabling Operational Sounds and the Light Sources at the Same Time [Silent Mode] Available in the following modes: This function is useful for taking pictures in a quiet environment or public facilities or when you take pictures of a subject such as a baby or an animal.
Page 163: Using The Face Recognition Function [Face Recog.]
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Using the Face Recognition Function [Face Recog.] Available in the following modes: Face Recognition is a function which identifies a face if it resembles a registered face and prioritizes focus and exposure settings on that face automatically. Even if the person is located towards the back or at the edge in a group photo, the camera will still render the identified face in focus.
Page 164: Registering Face Pictures
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Using the Face Recognition Function [Face Recog.] ● [Face Recog.] cannot be set in the following cases: • During panorama picture recording • When the picture effect (Filter) is set ([Miniature Effect]) • During motion picture recording •...
Page 165: Editing Or Deleting Information About Registered Persons
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Using the Face Recognition Function [Face Recog.] to select the item for editing, and then press [MENU/SET]. [Name] to select [SET], and press [MENU/SET]. Enter the name. (See “Entering Text”: (→52)) [Age] For setting the birth date. to select [SET], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 166: Recording Profiles Of Children And Pets On Pictures
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Recording Profiles of Children and Pets on Pictures Available in the following modes: By setting the name and birthday of your child or pet in advance, you can record their name and age in months and years on images. ■...
Page 167: Using Screens And Displays For Specific Recording Conditions
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Using Screens and Displays for Specific Recording Conditions Marking potentially overexposed areas ([Zebra Pattern]) Available in the following modes: You can let areas that are brighter than a certain brightness level, i.e., which could result in overexposure, be identified using a zebra pattern.
Page 168: Monochrome Live View]
Functions for Specific Subjects and Purposes Using Screens and Displays for Specific Recording Conditions ● If you wish to reduce the exposure, use [Manual Exposure] mode (→86) or Exposure Compensation (→135), using the histogram (→64) as a guideline. ● The displayed zebra pattern is not recorded. ●...
Page 169: Stabilizer, Zoom And Flash
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Compensating Camera Shake Available in the following modes: This function automatically detects and compensates camera shake. Set the menu item: → [Rec] → [Stabilizer] to select the item, and then press [MENU/SET]. Compensates vertical and horizontal camera shake. (Normal) Compensates vertical camera shake.
Page 170 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Compensating Camera Shake ● When you use a tripod, we recommend setting [Stabilizer] to [OFF]. ● To perform panning by selecting [ ], we recommend using the viewfinder. ● Cases where the stabilizer function may be ineffective: •...
Page 171: Using The Lens' Zoom Function
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function Available in the following modes: You can determine how much of a subject is to be captured / how large a subject is to be rendered by selecting the appropriate focal length, i.e. by zooming. Zoom lever Control ring Move the zoom lever...
Page 172: Zoom Types And Use
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function Zoom types and use The zoom ratio changes when the resolution is changed. The magnification, or zoom ratios mentioned throughout these instructions and for the different settings below are based on that of the shortest focal length / maximum Wideangle setting, which is determined as 1x.
Page 173 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function To increase the zoom ratio further, the following functions can be used in combination. [i.Zoom] Available in the following modes: You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to extended the focal length up to twice the original magnification ratio while minimizing the deterioration of picture quality.
Page 174: Digital Zoom
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function [Digital Zoom] Available in the following modes: You can use this function to achieve a magnification ratio four times larger than with Optical/Extended Optical Zoom, although the image quality deteriorates as you extend the focal length.
Page 175: Step Zoom
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function [Step Zoom] Available in the following modes: You can set that zooming operates in steps, stopping at (equivalent) focal lengths familiar from 35mm film cameras. Turn the control ring (→39) Current zoom position (The displayed focal lengths are 35mm film camera equivalents) ■...
Page 176 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function Changing the zoom operation settings → [Custom] → [Zoom lever] → [Custom] → [Control Ring] Changing the focal length (zooming) operates in the normal Zoom way. With each zooming operation, the lens stops at the position for Step Zoom one of the preset focal lengths.
Page 177: Using The Supplied Flash Unit
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Supplied Flash Unit Available in the following modes: When the supplied flash unit is attached, you can use all flash modes ([MANUAL], etc.) in the camera’s menu. (Note, however, that it cannot be used as a wirelessly controlled unit.) This section describes specifically how to take a picture using this unit.
Page 178: Recording Motion Pictures
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Supplied Flash Unit ■ Removing the flash unit Lock release Turn off the camera and the flash unit. button Press and hold the lock release button and pull the flash unit in the direction indicated by the arrow to detach it.
Page 179 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Supplied Flash Unit How to use flash effectively Taking a picture using flash with the subject too close may cause overexposure. When you set [Highlight] in the [Custom] menu to [ON], the overexposed areas will flash black and white during [Auto Review] or playback.
Page 180: Changing The Flash Control Mode
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Supplied Flash Unit Changing the flash control mode Available in the following modes: You can select whether flash output is controlled automatically or manually. Set the menu item: → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Firing Mode] to select the item, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 181: Changing The Flash Modes
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Supplied Flash Unit Changing the flash modes Available in the following modes: This function allows you to select the flash mode to match the situation. Set the menu item: → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Flash Mode] Press to select the item, and then [MENU/SET].
Page 182 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Supplied Flash Unit ■ Shutter speed range according to the flash mode Flash mode Shutter speeds Flash mode Shutter speeds 1 - 1/16000s 1/60 - 1/4000s - 1/16000s The shutter speed is set to 60 seconds in [Shutter-Priority] Mode and to T (time) in [Manual Exposure] Mode.
Page 183: Setting 2Nd Curtain Sync
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Supplied Flash Unit Setting 2nd curtain sync Available in the following modes: 2nd curtain sync fires the flash at the end of the exposure as opposed to the normal firing time (at the beginning of the exposure). This can be utilized to create a certain effect (see below).
Page 184: Flash Exposure Compensation
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Supplied Flash Unit Flash exposure compensation Available in the following modes: You can adjust the flash exposure to compensate for pictures in which the parts mainly illuminated by the flash would otherwise appear too dark or bright. Set the menu item: →...
Page 185: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures This camera records motion pictures in the MP4 format. You can also record 4K motion pictures. (→191) Audio is recorded in stereo. Setting the resolution and the frame rate Available in the following modes: Set the menu item: →...
Page 186: How To Focus When Recording A Motion Picture ([Continuous Af])
Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures ■ About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures Motion pictures recorded in the MP4 format may be played back with poor picture or sound quality or playback may not be possible even when played back with equipment compatible with the format.
Page 187: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures Recording motion pictures Available in the following modes: You can record motion pictures by manually setting the aperture value and shutter speed. (→80) In [Snapshot Mode], the camera automatically sets the aperture value and shutter speed and identifies the optimal scene to record motion pictures.
Page 188 Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures About the aperture value and the shutter speed to be used for recording motion pictures ● About the aperture value • Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a larger in-focus area (in front of and behind the main subject), or to a lower number for the opposite.
Page 189: Motion Picture Button
Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures Enabling/disabling the motion picture button → [Custom] → [Video Button] → [ON] / [OFF] ● This function prevents accidental operation of the button. Switching the angle of view setting used for recording still pictures and motion pictures →...
Page 190 Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures ● If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously, [ ] is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through to protect the camera. ● If Extended Optical Zoom is used before pressing the motion picture button, these settings will be cleared, and the angle of view will change significantly.
Page 191: Recording Motion Pictures In 4K
Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures Recording motion pictures in 4K Recording mode: You can create extremely high-detail motion pictures by setting [Rec Quality] to [4K]. • To record 4K motion pictures, use a UHS Speed Class 3 card. (→25) •...
Page 192: Creating A High-Resolution Still Picture From A 4K Motion Picture [4K Photo]
Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures Creating a high-resolution still picture from a 4K motion picture [4K PHOTO] You can create a high-resolution, approx. 8 megapixel still picture from a 4K motion picture. This function is not available in [Snapshot Mode]. Recording 4K motion pictures •...
Page 193 Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures Turn the aperture ring and the shutter speed dial to set the recording mode. • We recommend setting [Shutter-Priority] mode and setting the shutter speed to 1/1000s or faster to minimize subject blur. To record a subject that is moving quickly, set the shutter speed to 1/2000s or faster.
Page 194: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture
Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Pictures Creating still pictures from a motion picture Display the frame that you want to capture as a still picture by pressing to pause the motion picture being played back. • You can press to perform single-frame forward/rewind operations.
Page 195: Taking Still Pictures While A Motion Picture Is Being Recorded
Recording Motion Pictures Taking Still Pictures While a Motion Picture is Being Recorded Available in the following modes: Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being recorded. (Simultaneous recording) Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording.
Page 196: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu
Recording Motion Pictures Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For the setting procedures in the [Motion Picture] menu, refer to (→31). • The [Photo Style], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [i.Zoom], and [Digital Zoom] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus.
Page 197: [Mic Level Disp.]
Recording Motion Pictures Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For the setting procedures in the [Motion Picture] menu, refer to (→31). [Mic Level Disp.] Available in the following modes: You can set whether or not to display the microphone level on the recording screen. Settings: [ON] / [OFF] The function is not available when the picture effect (Filter) is set ([Miniature Effect]).
Page 198: Playing Back And Editing Pictures
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing Group Pictures You can consecutively play back multiple pictures in a group or play back group pictures one by one. ]: Group pictures recorded consecutively by setting [Burst Rate] to [SH] (→142) ]: Group pictures recorded using [Time Lapse Shot] 15 pic.
Page 199: Clock Set]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing Group Pictures Playing back group pictures one by one Select a picture with the group picture icon ([ ], [ ], or [ and then press to scroll through the pictures. • When you press again, the normal playback screen reappears.
Page 200: Capturing Still Pictures From Motion Pictures
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Capturing Still Pictures From Motion Pictures You can save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. • For capturing a still picture from a 4K motion picture, refer to (→192). Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pressing (pauses the motion picture being played back).
Page 201: Using The [Playback] Menu
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu You can specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other settings for pictures you have taken. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→31) [Slide Show] Automatically play pictures in order. Recommended when viewing on a TV. Set the menu item: →...
Page 202 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu ■ To change settings such as music or display time Select [Effect] or [Setup], and then press [MENU/SET]. [Effect] [AUTO] / [NATURAL] / [SLOW] / [SWING] / [URBAN] / [OFF] [Setup] [Duration] [1SEC] / [2SEC] / [3SEC] / [5SEC] [Repeat]...
Page 203: [Playback Mode]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Playback Mode] Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Playback Mode] to select the item, and then press [MENU/SET]. When selecting [Category Play] in step above to select the category, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 204: [Location Logging]
Preparation Send location information to the camera from your smartphone/tablet. (→234) • You must install “Leica Image Shuttle” on your smartphone/tablet. (→225) Set the menu item: →...
Page 205: [Raw Processing]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [RAW Processing] You can use the camera to develop still pictures that were recorded in the RAW format. The processed pictures are saved in the JPEG format. You can process the pictures while confirming the effects on the screen.
Page 206 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu Press [MENU/SET] to set. • The setting methods vary depending on the item. For details, refer to “Setting each item”. Press [MENU/SET]. • The screen in step reappears. To set another item, repeat steps Press to select [Begin Processing], and then [MENU/SET].
Page 207 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu When [Setup] is selected When you select an item, the screen for selecting [Reinstate Adjustments], [Color Space], or [Picture Size] is displayed. to select the item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • When [Reinstate Adjustments] is selected, a confirmation screen is displayed. When you select [Yes], the item selection screen reappears.
Page 208: [Title Edit]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Title Edit] You can enter characters (comments) on a recorded picture. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Title Edit] → [Single] or [Multi] Select a still picture. Title Title Edit Edit [Single] to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 209: [Text Stamp]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date and time, names, travel destination, travel dates, etc. on the recorded still pictures. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Text Stamp] → [Single] or [Multi] Select a still picture.
Page 210 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu ■ Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [W/O TIME]: Stamps the recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamps the recording date and time [Name] : Stamps the name registered in Face Recognition : Stamps the name registered in [Profile Setup] [Location] Stamps the location registered in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date]...
Page 211: [Video Divide]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Video Divide] A motion picture take can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when traveling.
Page 212: [Time Lapse Video]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Time Lapse Video] You can create a motion picture from the pictures in a group that was recorded using [Time Lapse Shot]. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Time Lapse Video] to select the [Time Lapse Shot] picture group, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 213: [Resize]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Resize] A still picture’s resolution can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Resize] → [Single] or [Multi] Select the picture and the resolution. [Single] to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 214: [Cropping]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Cropping] This mode allows you to enlarge the decisive parts of still pictures (cropping), i.e. by “cutting off” unwanted areas. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Cropping] to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the area to crop, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 215: [Rotate] / [Rotate Disp.]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Rotate] / [Rotate Disp.] You can automatically display a still picture recorded in portrait orientation by taking the picture with the camera held vertically, or manually rotate the picture in 90-degree steps. [Rotate] Rotating a picture manually •...
Page 216: [Favorite]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Favorite] By mark your favorite pictures with a star [ ], you can play back your favorite pictures only, or you can delete all pictures except your favorites. Set the menu item: →...
Page 217: [Print Set]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Print Set] Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print-compatible shops or printers. (Ask at the shop to check for compatibility.) Set the menu item: → [Playback] →...
Page 218: [Protect]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. This prevents deletion of important pictures. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Protect] → [Single] or [Multi] Select picture. [Single] to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 219: [Face Rec Edit]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Face Rec Edit] This function allows editing or deleting the recognition information for pictures with mistaken Face Recognition. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Face Rec Edit] → [REPLACE] or [DELETE] to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 220: [Picture Sort]
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Using the [Playback] Menu [Picture Sort] You can set the display sequence used for playing back pictures on the camera. Set the menu item: → [Playback] → [Picture Sort] to select the item, and then press [MENU/SET]. Displays pictures in the folder name or file name sequence.
Page 221: Wi-Fi
LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Leica Camera AG will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Page 222 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi and NFC Functions ® ■ About the Wi-Fi connection lamp Wi-Fi connection lamp Lit blue: When the Wi-Fi function is ON Flashing blue: When sending data [WIFI] button ■ About the [WIFI] button The [WIFI]/[Fn2] button operates in two ways: Use it either as the [WIFI] or as a function button.
Page 223 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi and NFC Functions ® • Pressing [WIFI] during a Wi-Fi connection enables the following operation. [Terminate the Connection] Terminates the Wi-Fi connection. Terminates the Wi-Fi connection, and allows you to [Change the Destination] select a different one. [Change Settings for Sending Images] For details (→246).
Page 224: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function
Wi-Fi What You Can do With the Wi-Fi Function Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone (→225) Taking pictures via a smartphone (remote recording) Playing back pictures in the camera on a smartphone/tablet Saving pictures in the camera to the smartphone/tablet Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services Writing the location information on pictures in the camera Connect easily, transfer pictures easily...
Page 225: Operating The Camera By Connecting It To A Smartphone
The “Leica Image Shuttle” (hereafter “Image Shuttle”) must be installed on your smartphone. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Leica Image Shuttle” “Leica Image Shuttle” is an application provided by Leica Camera AG that allows your smartphone to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible Leica compact digital camera.
Page 226: Connecting To A Smartphone
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone Connecting to a smartphone You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on the camera by pressing and holding the [WIFI] button or using the NFC function. Preparation Install “Image Shuttle” in advance. (→225) Press and hold the [WIFI] button.
Page 227: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone ■ Using an iOS device • When reading a QR Code to connect (Steps are not necessary when reconnecting.) Start “Image Shuttle”. (→225) Select [QR Code] → [OK]. Read the QR Code displayed on the camera with “Image Shuttle”. (When you press [MENU/SET] on the camera, the QR code is displayed in an enlarged size.) Install the “Image Shuttle”...
Page 228 Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone • When connecting with SSID and password Select [Wi-Fi] * under [Settings] * on the smartphone. Turn on [Wi-Fi] * and select the SSID displayed on this unit. Enter the password displayed on the camera (First time connecting only). Return to the home screen and start “Image Shuttle”.
Page 229: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone Changing the connection method To change the connection method, press [DISP] and select the connection method. ■ When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) Select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
Page 230: Connecting To A Smartphone Using The Nfc Function
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone Connecting to a smartphone using the NFC function Using the NFC (Near Field Communication) function, the camera and a smartphone can easily exchange the information needed to establish a Wi-Fi connection. Compatible models: This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above).
Page 231: Taking Pictures Via Remote Control With A Smartphone
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone ● You can register up to 20 smartphones. If the number of registered smartphones exceeds 20, registrations will be deleted starting from the smartphone touched first. ● If you perform [Reset Wi-Fi Settings], smartphone registration will be deleted. ●...
Page 232: Playing Back Pictures In The Camera On A Smartphone
• You can switch a picture to be displayed using the icon at the top left pictures to be on the screen. Select [Leica Image Shuttle] to display a picture saved displayed in the camera. • When the picture is touched, it is played back at a larger size.
Page 233: Easily Transferring Pictures From The Camera
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone Easily transferring pictures from the camera You can establish a Wi-Fi connection using the NFC function and easily transfer the picture on display through Wi-Fi simply by holding the smartphone close to the camera. Pictures can be transferred as soon as they are recorded, so you can easily transfer them to your friends’...
Page 234: Sending Pictures From The Camera To Social Networking Services
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone Sending pictures from the camera to social networking services Connect to a smartphone. (→226) Select [ ] from “Image Shuttle”. Switch the Press and hold the picture and location of the drag it to send it to the social pictures to be displayed...
Page 235 Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone ■ Starting location information recording Operate the smartphone. Select [ Select [Geotagging]. Select [ ■ Ending location information recording Operate the smartphone. Select [ Select [Geotagging]. Select [ ■ Sending and writing the location information Connect to a smartphone.
Page 236: Operating The Camera To Send Pictures To A Smartphone
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone Operating the camera to send pictures to a smartphone ■ Sending method, and pictures that can be sent JPEG [Send Images While Recording] (→237) ○ – – [Send Images Stored in the Camera] (→238) ○...
Page 237: Send Images While Recording
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone [Send Images While Recording] Set the menu item: → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Recording] Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and then press [MENU/SET]. ■ When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) Connect the camera to a wireless access point.
Page 238: Send Images Stored In The Camera
Wi-Fi Operating the Camera by Connecting it to a Smartphone [Send Images Stored in the Camera] Set the menu item: → [New Connection] → [Send Images Stored in the Camera] Select [Via Network] or [Direct], and then press [MENU/SET]. ■ When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) Connect the camera to a wireless access point.
Page 239: About Connections
Wi-Fi About Connections After selecting the Wi-Fi function, select the connection method. If you are out and unable to use your wireless access point, or temporarily connecting to equipment you do not ordinarily use, or in a similar situation, it is convenient to make a direct connection.
Page 240: [Via Network]
Wi-Fi About Connections [Via Network] Connecting via a wireless access point For selecting a connection method to the wireless access point. • WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices.
Page 241 Wi-Fi About Connections If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [From List]) Search for available wireless access points. • Confirm the encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network authentication is encrypted. • When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm the SSID, the network authentication type, the encryption type, and the encryption key of the wireless access point you are using.
Page 242 Wi-Fi About Connections ■ When connecting with [Manual Input] On the screen of step of “If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [From List])”, select [Manual Input]. (→241) Enter the SSID of the wireless access point you are connecting to, then select [Set]. •...
Page 243: Connecting Directly
Wi-Fi About Connections [Direct] Connecting directly You can select the connection method to your equipment. Select a connection method with which your equipment is compatible. Connection method Description Set the device to Wi-Fi Direct™ mode. Select [Wi-Fi Direct]. [Wi-Fi Direct] Select the device to connect to.
Page 244: Connecting Quickly With The Same Settings As Used Previously ([Select A Destination From History] / [Select A Destination From Favorite])
Wi-Fi About Connections Connecting quickly with the same settings as used previously ([Select a destination from History] / [Select a destination from Favorite]) The camera registers the times you used the Wi-Fi function. You can register items in this History to Favorite. You can easily connect with the same settings as used previously by connecting from History or Favorite.
Page 245 Wi-Fi About Connections Editing items registered in Favorite Press [WIFI]. Select [Select a destination from Favorite]. Select the Favorite item you wish to edit, and then press Select the item. Item Description [Remove from Favorite] — [Change the Order in Favorite] For selecting the destination •...
Page 246: Settings For Sending Pictures
Wi-Fi About Connections Settings for sending pictures When sending pictures, first select [New Connection], then the method of sending pictures. After completing connecting, you can also change the sending settings, such as the resolution of the pictures to be sent. [Send Images While Recording] A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device immediately after taking it.
Page 247: [Wi-Fi Setup]
Wi-Fi [Wi-Fi Setup] For configuring the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. Set the menu item: → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] → Desired setting Item Description [Device Name] Press [DISP]. You can change the name of Enter the desired device name.
Page 248: Connecting With Other Devices
Connecting with other devices Enjoying 4K Motion Pictures Viewing 4K motion pictures ■ Viewing on TV screen When you connect the camera to a 4K-compatible TV and play back a motion picture recorded with the [Rec Quality] [4K], you can enjoy extremely high-detail motion pictures. Although resolution output will be lower, you can also play back 4K motion pictures by connecting to a high-definition TV and other devices that do not have 4K support.
Page 249: Viewing On A Tv Screen
Connecting with other devices Viewing on a TV Screen You can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with an AV or HDMI micro cable. • Compatible cables are available from specialist photo dealers. Make absolutely sure to use only cables compatible with this camera.
Page 250: Connecting With Other Devices
Connecting with other devices Viewing on a TV Screen ■ To connect with an HDMI micro cable ● Check the [HDMI Mode]. (→48) ● To play back 24p motion pictures, set [HDMI Mode] to [AUTO]. Otherwise, the picture is not output at 24 frames per second.
Page 251: Hdtv Link (Hdmi)
Connecting with other devices Viewing on a TV Screen HDTV Link (HDMI) What is HDTV Link (HDMI)? ● HDTV Link is a function that automatically links this camera to HDTV Link- compatible devices by connecting HDMI micro cables for enabling easy operation with the HDTV remote control.
Page 252: Connecting With Other Devices
Connecting with other devices Viewing on a TV Screen ■ Other related operations Turning the camera OFF • The camera can also be turned off when the TV is turned off with the remote control. Automatic input select • This function automatically switches the TV input to the camera screen whenever the camera is turned on while it is connected via an HDMI micro cable.
Page 253: Copying The Recorded Image Data To A Computer
Connecting with other devices Copying the Recorded Image Data to a Computer With card readers (built-in / external) • Some computers can read directly from the card taken from the camera, others require the use of an external card reader. For details, refer to the instructions of the respective devices.
Page 254: Copying The Data
(Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape which may cause malfunction or even the camera to be damaged.) • Do not use any other USB cables except a genuine Leica USB cable of the supplied type. Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction.
Page 255 • A card used in this camera contains the following files (folder structure). DCIM (Still/motion pictures) 100LEICA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) Folder number Card L1000001.JPG ● File number Windows Drive (“LEICA”) is L1000999.JPG displayed in “Computer”. Color Space L: sRGB _: AdobeRGB ● 101LEICA Drive (“LEICA”) is displayed on the desktop.
Page 256: Storing Recorded Still And Motion Pictures On A Recorder
Connecting with other devices Storing Recorded Still and Motion Pictures on a Recorder Follow the correct method for your device. Copying by inserting the card into the recorder You can copy pictures using equipment (such as Blu-ray disc recorders) with support for each file format.
Page 257: Printing Pictures
(Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape which may cause malfunction or even the camera to be damaged.) • Do not use any other USB cables except a genuine Leica USB cable of the supplied type. Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction.
Page 258: Printing Multiple Pictures
Connecting with other devices Printing pictures Printing multiple pictures Multiple pictures are printed at one time. Press to select [Multi Print] in step . (→257) to select the item and press [MENU/SET]. • [Multi Select]: Scroll between pictures with , select pictures to print with [MENU/SET].
Page 259: Printing With Date And Text
Connecting with other devices Printing pictures Printing with date and text Time and date can be set to be printed on the picture when taking the picture by activating the [Text Stamp] function in the [Playback] menu. (→209) ■ Printing date without [Text Stamp] Printing in a store: Only the recording date can be printed.
Page 260: Making Print Settings On The Camera
Connecting with other devices Printing pictures Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make the settings before selecting [Print start]. to select the item, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Settings [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints]...
Page 261: Using Optional Flash Units
Others Using Optional Flash Units When you use a flash unit such as the Leica CF22 (available as accessory →13), you will have a longer effective flash range than with the supplied flash unit. Preparation Set the camera [ON/OFF] switch to [OFF].
Page 262 Others Using Optional Flash Units When using non-dedicated flash units • It is necessary to set the exposure on the flash unit itself when such a unit is used. When you want to use it in its Auto mode, use one that allows you to set the aperture value and ISO Sensitivity to match the settings on the camera.
Page 263: Monitor/Viewfinder Displays
Others Monitor/Viewfinder Displays • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ ] (monitor style) in the monitor. In recording Elapsed recording time XXmXXs (→187) Recording mode (→59) Simultaneous recording indicator (→195) Motion picture recording mode Automatic switching between (→58) viewfinder and monitor (→54)
Page 264 Others Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Recording state (Flashes red.)/ Focus (Lights green.) (→56) [Quality] (→109) Focus (Under low illumination) AFS AFF AFC MF Focus Mode (→114) (→56) AF Mode (→115) Wi-Fi connection status [4K PHOTO] marker (→193) [Face Recog.] (→163) AF Lock (→133) [Time Lapse Shot] (→153) Series exposures (→142) [Stop Motion Animation]...
Page 265 Others Monitor/Viewfinder Displays Destination settings / Elapsed travel days [Dial Guide] (→18) (→42) White Balance Bracketing Name (→166) (→106) Age in years/months (→166) White Balance Fine Adjustment Current date/time (→105) World time (→41) White Balance (→103) AF area (→56, 121) Number of recordable Spot metering target (→139) pictures...
Page 266 Others Monitor/Viewfinder Displays ■ On-monitor recording information Recording mode (→59) Single (→141) Program Shift (→81) Series exposures (→142) Motion picture recording mode [Auto Bracket] (→145) (→58) [Aspect Bracket] (→147) Motion picture recording mode Self-timer (→148) when [4K PHOTO] is set to Panorama Direction (→150) [ON] (→192) AFS AFF AFC MF Focus mode (→114)
Page 267 Others Monitor/Viewfinder Displays In playback 15 pic. 15 pic. 1ST DAY 1ST DAY 11 months 30 days 11 months 30 days Playback mode (→203) Acquiring information icon (→272) Protected picture (→218) 1ST DAY Travel elapsed days (→42) Number of prints (→217) [Silent Mode] (→162) With location information (→204) 11 months 30 days Age in years/months (→166)
Page 268: Histogram Display
Others Monitor/Viewfinder Displays ■ Detailed information display 10:00 1.DEC.2014 100-0001 Recording information Recording date/time World time (→41) [i.Dynamic] (→111) [HDR] (→112) [i.Resolution] (→111) Aspect Ratio/Resolution 4K motion picture recorded by (→108) setting [4K PHOTO] to [ON] or [Quality] (→109) a still picture captured from Rec Format/[Rec Quality] that 4K motion picture (→192) (→185)
Page 269: Message Displays
Others Message Displays The following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the monitor or viewfinder, and how to respond to them. ■ Memory cards [Memory Card Error] [Format this card?] • The card format cannot be used with this camera. →...
Page 270 Others Message Displays ■ Battery [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Leica battery. • The battery cannot be recognized as terminals are dirty. → Wipe any dirt from the battery terminals. ■ Wi-Fi function [Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] •...
Page 271 Others Message Displays [Some files cannot be sent because of destination limit] / [Transfer completed. Some files are left because of destination limit.] • Check the file format of the image to send. • Sending motion pictures may fail if the file size is too large. Split the motion picture using [Video Divide].
Page 272 [Please turn camera off and then on again] [System Error] • The lens is not working correctly. → Turn the camera on again. (Consult your dealer or your nearest Leica Customer Care center if the display still remains.) [A folder cannot be created] •...
Page 273: Menu List
Others Menu List [Rec] You can perform settings such as resolution and flash modes (for the supplied/other units). • The [Photo Style], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [i.Zoom], and [Digital Zoom] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus.
Page 274 Others Menu List Allows you to preset the recording start time, recording interval, and the number of pictures to be taken when automatically [Time Lapse Shot] →153 recording time lapse motion pictures of subjects such as animals and plants. [Stop Motion Allows you to stitch still pictures to create stop motion animation.
Page 275 Others Menu List [Motion Picture] You can perform settings, such as quality, for recording motion pictures. • The [Photo Style], [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [i.Zoom], and [Digital Zoom] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also be changed automatically.
Page 276: Custom]
Others Menu List [Custom] You can set operations, such as the screen display method and functions of a button, according to your preferences. You can also register the changed settings. [Utilize Custom Set For calling up the setting registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. →60 feature] [Cust.Set Mem.]...
Page 277: Playback [Auto Review]
Others Menu List When you perform Manual Focus operation, this function [Peaking] automatically adds color to the sections of the image that are in →130 focus. [Histogram] For setting whether to display the histogram. →64 For setting the pattern of the guidelines to be displayed while [Guide Line] →65 recording.
Page 278: Wi-Fi
Others Menu List [Setup] You can perform settings for convenience of use such as the clock setting and changing of the beep sounds. You can also perform Wi-Fi function related settings. [Clock Set] For setting time, date, and display format. →29 [World Time] For setting the local time at travel destination.
Page 279: [Raw Processing]
Others Menu List [Playback] You can specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other settings for pictures you have taken. [Slide Show] Automatically plays pictures in order. →201 Allows you to narrow down the pictures to be displayed with set [Playback Mode] →203 filters, such as categories or favorite pictures.
Page 280 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→280 - 293) first. If the problem persists, Performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→50). (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values at the time of purchase.) ■...
Page 281: Q&A Troubleshooting
Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Recording I cannot record pictures. • The card is full. → Free space by deleting unwanted pictures (→73). • When a large capacity card is used, you may not be able to take a picture for a while after you turn on the camera.
Page 282 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference. • We recommend trying the following methods. → Use a lower [Sensitivity] (→136). → Take pictures in brighter locations. → Either adjust [Noise Reduction] of [Photo Style] to a higher setting or set each item other than [Noise Reduction] to a lower setting.
Page 283 Others Q&A Troubleshooting The screen turns dark while recording motion pictures. • While motion pictures are being recorded, the screen may turn dark as time passes in order to reduce battery consumption. This condition, however, will not affect the recorded motion picture. The screen turns momentarily black or noise is recorded.
Page 284 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Monitor/viewfinder The monitor/viewfinder is turned off although the camera is turned on. • When a hand or an object gets close to the eye sensor, the display mode could be switched from monitor to viewfinder accidentally. (→54) Pictures do not show on the monitor.
Page 285 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Flash I cannot perform [Flash] settings. • The flash (supplied/optional) unit is not attached properly. → Properly attach it to the camera. (→177, 261) • For details about flash settings, refer to (→177 - 184, 261). No flash is emitted.
Page 286 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Playback Pictures have been rotated. • [Rotate Disp.] is activated. (→215) I cannot view pictures. There are no recorded pictures. • A card is not inserted in the camera. • There is no picture on the card to play back. •...
Page 287 Others Q&A Troubleshooting An unusual noise, such as a clicking or buzzing, is recorded in a motion picture. Audio is recorded at low volumes. • When recording a motion picture in a quiet environment, noise due to the motion of the aperture and focusing mechanism may be recorded.
Page 288 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Wi-Fi function The camera does not connect to a wireless LAN. The transmission disconnects. • Position the camera within the communication range of the wireless LAN network. • Connection types and security setting methods are different depending on the wireless access point.
Page 289 Others Q&A Troubleshooting The wireless access point is not displayed. Or it cannot be connected. • Check if the targeted wireless access point is in operating state. • The camera may not display or connect to a wireless access point depending on the radio transmission condition.
Page 290 Others Q&A Troubleshooting I have forgotten the password for the Wi-Fi. → Execute the [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] in the [Setup] menu. (→51) However, the information you have set in [Wi-Fi Setup] will be reset. I cannot connect using the NFC function. •...
Page 291 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ TV, computer, printer No image appears on the TV. The image is blurred or not colored. • The connection is not correct (→249). • The TV has not been switched to auxiliary input. • Check the [Video Out] setting (NTSC/PAL) on the camera. (→47) (With camera models 18 470 / 18 473) The display on the TV and on the camera do not match.
Page 292: Pictbridge
Others Q&A Troubleshooting The computer does not recognize the card. (When using an SDXC Memory Card) → Check whether your computer is compatible with SDXC Memory Cards. → A message prompting you to format the card may appear when you connect it. Do not format the card.
Page 293 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Others The menu is not displayed in the desired language. • Change the [Language] setting (→49). The camera rattles if shaken. • This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. The lens makes a clicking noise. •...
Page 294: Usage Cautions And Notes
Others Usage Cautions and Notes When in use ● The camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ● Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
Page 295 • Do not touch terminals on the reverse side or allow them to become dirty or wet. ● Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Leica Camera AG will not be liable for any damage caused due to loss of recorded data. ●...
Page 296 Others Usage Cautions and Notes Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. This battery is easily affected by temperature and humidity, and is affected more when the temperature is high or low. ● The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time.
Page 297: Personal Information
• Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations. Leica Camera AG will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the alteration or loss of data containing personal information.
Page 298 ● Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ● Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. ● Summilux is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. ● ®...
Page 299 Others Usage Cautions and Notes This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non- commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video.
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