LEICASL2-S
Instruction manual
SL2-S/EN/2020/11/1/1.0
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FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
We wish you a great deal of fun and success taking photographs
with your new Leica SL2-S. Please read this manual thoroughly to
familiarize yourself with the full scope of functions your camera has
to offer. You can find all information about the Leica SL2-S
whenever you need it at sl2-s.leica-camera.com.
Your Leica Camera AG
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
Before using your camera for the first time, please check that the
accessories supplied are complete.
– LeicaSL2-S
– Lithium-ion rechargeable battery Leica BP-SCL4
– Charger Leica BC-SCL4, incl. mains cable (US, EU)
– Camera bayonet cover
– Carry strap
– Quick Start Guide
– CE flyer
– Creative Cloud flyer
– Test certificate
Subject to changes in design and model type.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS / ACCESSORIES
Please contact Leica Customer Care or visit the Leica Camera AG
website for information on the extensive range of Leica replace-
ment parts/accessories:
en.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-SL/Accessories
Only the accessories specified and described in this manual or
by Leica Camera AG must be used with the camera (battery,
charger, mains plug, mains cable, etc.). These accessories must
only be used with this product. Third-party accessories may
result in malfunctions or damage to the product.
Please read the chapters “Legal information”, “Safety
remarks”, and “General information” before using your camera
for the first time. Knowledge of the content will prevent
inadvertent damage to the product, possible injuries and other
risks.
Replacement parts / Accessories
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LEGAL INFORMATION
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
• Compliance with copyright laws is mandatory. The recording and
publication of pre-recorded media like tapes, CDs or other
published or broadcast material may breach copyright laws. The
same applies for all software supplied in the scope of delivery.
• The following applies for all video material created with this
camera: This product is governed by the AVC Patent Portfolio
license and is meant for private use by a consumer only. The
device may furthermore be used for purposes for which the
consumer receives no remuneration, e.g. (i) encoding in
accordance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii)
decoding of AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer in
accordance with the AVC Standard within the scope of personal
use and/or which the consumer has received from the provider,
who is in possession of a license to offer AVC Video. No license
is granted or implied for any other use. Any other use, specifical-
ly the provision of AVC video in exchange for remuneration, may
require a separate license agreement with MPEG LA, L.L.C.
Please visit the MPEG LA, L.L.C. website at: www.mpegla.com
for more information.
LEGAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL
COPYRIGHT
All rights reserved.
All text, images and graphics are subject to copyright and other
laws to protect intellectual property. They must not be copied,
modified or used for any purpose including trade purposes.
TECHNICAL DATA
Product changes with regards to the product or services may have
occurred after the editorial deadline. The manufacturer reserves
the right to effect structural or shape changes, color deviations and
changes to the scope of delivery or service, where these changes
or deviations are reasonably acceptable for the customer, while
taking into consideration the interests of Leica Camera AG. In that
respect, Leica Camera AG reserves the right to changes and
errors. The images in this manual may depict accessory, special
features or other items that are not part of the standard scope of
delivery or service. Some pages may contain model types and
services, which are not offered in specific countries.
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BRANDS AND LOGOS
The brand names and logos used in this documented are protected
trademarks. These brands or logos must not be used without prior
approval by Leica Camera AG.
LICENSE RIGHTS
Leica Camera AG intends to provide you with innovative and
informative documentation. Due to the amount of creativity that
has gone into its design, we ask for your understanding that Leica
Camera AG must protect its intellectual property, including patents,
trademarks and copyrights, and that possession of the documenta-
tion does not infer any licensing rights of the intellectual property
of Leica Camera AG.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
You will find the manufacturing date of your camera on the stickers
in the Warranty Card and/or on the packaging.
The date format is year/month/day.
COUNTRY-SPECIFIC LICENSES
Specific regional approvals for this device can be found in the
camera menu.
▸ Select Camera InformationCamera Information in the main menu
▸ Select Regulatory InformationRegulatory Information
LICENSE INFORMATION
The device-specific license information can be found in the camera
menu.
▸ Select Camera InformationCamera Information in the main menu
▸ Select License InformationsLicense Informations
Legal information
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CE MARK
The CE mark on our products documents compliance with the
fundamental requirements of applicable EU guidelines.
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Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Hereby, “Leica Camera AG” declares that this product is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our Radio Equipment
products from our DoC server:
www.cert.leica-camera.com
Please contact Leica Camera AG, Am Leitz-Park 5, 35578 Wetzlar, Germany in case
of any further questions
Depending on product (see technical data)
Type
Frequency band (center frequency) Maximum output
(dBm E.I.R.P.)
WLAN
2412–2462/5180–5240 MHz/
5260–5320/5500–5700 MHz
20
Bluetooth
®
Wireless
Technology
2402–2480 MHz 20
DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT
(Applies within the EU and for other European countries
with active waste separation policies.)
This device contains electric and/or electronic components which
must not be disposed of in general household waste. Instead, it
should be disposed of at a recycling collection point provided by
your local authority.
This service is free of charge. Any standard or rechargeable
batteries used in this device must be removed and disposed of
separately in accordance with local regulations.
Please contact your local authorities, waste disposal collection
point or the retailer, from whom you purchased the device for more
information on correct waste disposal.
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IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING THE USE OF
WLAN/BLUETOOTH
®
• Appropriate measures must be taken to ensure security and
protect against disruptions to the systems in place where
devices or computer systems are in use that require more
stringent security than WLAN devices.
• Leica Camera AG shall not accept liability for damages arising
from the use of the camera for purposes other than as a WLAN
device.
• It is assumed that the WLAN function will be used in countries
where this camera is sold. There may be a risk of breaching
statutory wireless communication regulations when using the
camera in other countries. Leica Camera AG shall not accept
liability for such breaches.
• Please note that there is a risk of unauthorized third party
interception of wirelessly communicated data. We highly
recommend that you activate encryption in the wireless access
point settings to ensure data safety.
• Avoid using the camera in areas where it can be exposed to
magnetic fields, static electricity or other interferences, e.g. near
a microwave oven. RF transmissions may otherwise not reach
the camera.
• Using the camera near devices like microwave ovens or wireless
phones that use the 2.4 GHz RF band may negatively affect the
performance of both devices.
• Do not attempt to connect to wireless networks you are not
authorized to use.
• The device will automatically search for wireless networks, once
the WLAN function is enabled. A list, including networks you are
not authorized to access, will be displayed (SSID: Network
identifier for a WLAN network). Do not attempt to connect to
third party network, as this could be construed as unauthorized
access.
• We recommend disabling the WLAN function while on an
aircraft.
• The use of the WLAN-RF band between 5150MHz and
5350MHz is permitted only in enclosed spaces.
• Please read the important notes on specific functions of Leica
FOTOS on p.202.
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SAFETY REMARKS
GENERAL INFORMATION
• Do not use your camera in the immediate vicinity of devices that
generate powerful magnetic, electrostatic or electromagnetic
fields (e.g. induction ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or
computer screens, video game consoles, cell phones, broad-
casting equipment). Their electromagnetic fields can interfere
with recordings.
• Strong magnetic fields, e.g. from speakers or large electric
motors can damage the stored picture data or disrupt recording.
• Switch off the camera, remove the battery briefly, replace it and
switch the camera back on in case of a camera malfunction due
to the effects of electromagnetic fields.
• Do not use the camera in the immediate vicinity of radio
transmitters or high-voltage power lines. Their electromagnetic
fields may interfere with recordings.
• Always store small parts e.g. the accessory shoe cover as
follows:
– out of the reach of children
– in a safe location, where they will not get lost or stolen
• State-of-the-art electronic components are sensitive to static
discharge. Since people can easily pick up charges of several
10 000 volts by walking on synthetic carpets, a discharge can
occur when you touch the camera, and especially it is placed on
a conductive surface. A static discharge on the camera housing
poses no risk for the electronics. Despite built-in safety circuits,
you should avoid direct contact with external camera contacts
like those in the flash shoe.
• Take care not to soil or scratch the sensor for lens detection in
the bayonet. You must similarly prevent direct contact of the
bayonet with grains of sand or similar particles, as these could
cause irreparable damage. This component must only be
cleaned with a dry cloth (in system cameras).
• Use a cotton or linen cloth instead of a microfiber cloth from an
optician's (synthetic) when cleaning the contacts. Make sure to
discharge any electrostatic charge by deliberately touching a
heating or water pipe (conductive, grounded material). Dirt
deposits and oxidation on the contacts can be avoided by
storing your camera in a dry location with the lens cap and the
flash shoe/viewfinder cap (in system cameras) attached.
• Only use accessories specified for this model to prevent faults,
short circuits or electric shock.
• Do not attempt to remove parts of the housing (covers) yourself.
Repairs must be done at authorized service centers only.
• Protect the camera against contact with insect sprays and other
aggressive chemicals. Petroleum spirit, thinner and alcohol must
not be used for cleaning. Some chemicals and liquids can
damage the camera housing or the surface finish.
• Rubber and plastics are known to expel aggressive chemicals
and should therefore not be kept in contact with the camera for
extended periods of time.
• Prevent any sand or dust or water penetration into the camera,
e.g. during snowfall or rain or on the beach. Be extra careful
when changing the lens (in system cameras) and when inserting
or removing the memory card and rechargeable battery. Sand
and dust can damage the camera, the lens, the memory card
and the battery. Moisture can cause malfunctions and
irreparable damage to the camera and memory card.
LENS
• A camera lens can have the effect of a magnifying glass when
exposed to direct frontal sunlight. The camera must therefore be
protected against extended exposure to direct sunlight.
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• Attaching the lens cap and keeping the camera in the shade or
ideally in its camera case, will help prevent damage to the
interior of the camera.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
• Improper use of the batteries or the use of unapproved battery
types may result in an explosion!
• Do not expose the rechargeable battery to sunlight, heat,
humidity or moisture for prolonged periods of time. Likewise, the
batteries must not be placed in a microwave oven or a
high-pressure container as this would pose a fire or explosion
hazard!
• Do not under any circumstances charge or insert a damp or wet
battery into the camera!
• A safety valve in the battery ensures that any excess pressure
caused by improper handling is discharged safely. It is neverthe-
less important to dispose of a bloated battery immediately. It
may pose an explosion hazard!
• Keep the battery contacts clean and easily accessible. Although
lithium-ion batteries are secured against short circuits, they
should still be protected against contact with metal objects like
paper clips or jewelry. A short-circuited battery can get very hot
and cause severe burns.
• When a battery is accidentally dropped, make sure to check the
housing and the contacts immediately for any damage. A
damaged battery can damage the camera.
• The battery must be removed from the camera or charger and
must be replaced immediately in case of a strange smell,
discoloration, deformation, overheating or leakage. Continued
use of the battery may result in overheating, which can cause
fire and/or explosion!
• Never throw batteries into a fire as they may explode.
• Keep the battery away from sources of heat in case of leakage
or if you smell burning. Leaked fluid can catch fire!
• The use of other chargers not approved by Leica Camera AG can
cause damage to the batteries – and in extreme cases – cause
serious or life-threatening injuries.
• Make sure that the power socket is freely accessible at all times.
• Do not attempt to open the battery or the charger. Repairs must
only be carried out by authorized service centers.
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Batteries can cause
suffocation when swallowed.
FIRST AID
• Battery fluid may cause blindness if it comes into contact
with the eyes. Rinse the eyes thoroughly with clean water
immediately. Avoid rubbing. Seek medical attention
immediately.
• Leaked battery fluid poses an injury hazard when it comes in
contact with clothing or skin. Rinse the affected areas
thoroughly with clean water.
CHARGER
• Using the charger in the vicinity of broadcasting receivers may
interfere with reception. Ensure a distance of at least 1m (3 ft)
between the charger and the receiver.
• When the charger is in use, it may emit a buzzing sound – that is
normal and not a malfunction.
• Disconnect the charger from the mains when it is not in use, as
it consumes electricity (a very small amount), even if no battery
is inserted.
• Always keep the charger contacts clean, and never short-circuit
them.
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MEMORY CARD
• Never remove the memory card during a datasave or card
reading process. The camera must not be switched off or be
subjected to impact or vibrations while working.
• Do not open the cover/remove the memory card or the battery
from the camera while the status LED is lit, which indicates
memory access. Data on the card may otherwise be destroyed
and camera malfunctions may occur.
• Do not drop or bend memory cards as this will cause damage
and result in the loss of stored data.
• Do not touch the connections on the reverse of the memory card
and keep them clean and dry.
• Keep memory cards out of the reach of children. Swallowing a
memory card may cause suffocation.
SENSOR
• Cosmic radiation (e.g. during flights) may cause pixel defects.
CARRY STRAP
• Carry straps are usually made of very robust material. You should
therefore keep it out of the reach of children. A carry strap is not
a toy and poses a strangulation risk.
• Use the carry strap only for its intended purpose on a camera or
on binoculars. Any other use poses the risk of injury and may
possibly result in damage to the carry strap and is therefore not
permitted.
• Carry straps should also not be used for cameras/binoculars
during sports activities that pose a risk of entanglement (e.g.
when mountain climbing and similar outdoor activities).
TRIPOD
• When using a tripod, make sure it is standing securely and turn
the camera only by turning the tripod, not the actual camera.
Ensure that the tripod screw is hand-tightened only. Avoid
transporting the camera while the tripod is attached. You might
injure yourself or others and the camera could get damaged.
FLASH
• The use of incompatible flash units with your LeicaSL2-S may
result in irreparable damage to the camera and/or the flash unit.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Please read the section about “Care/Storage” for more informa-
tion about what to do in case of problems.
CAMERA/LENS
(For system cameras)
• Make a note of the serial numbers of your camera (engraved in
the base of the camera housing) and lenses, as this information
will be extremely important in case of loss.
• Make sure to always have a lens or the camera bayonet cover
attached to prevent dust or other foreign bodies penetrating the
camera.
• That is why you should always replace lenses quickly and in a
dust-free environment.
• Never store the camera bayonet cover or the lens back cover in
a pants pocket, as they will attract lint and dust, which could
then be accidentally introduced into the camera.
LCD PANEL
• Condensation may form on the LCD panel if the camera is
exposed to great temperature fluctuations. Wipe the screen
carefully with a soft, dry cloth.
• The screen image will initially be slightly darker than normal if
the camera is very cold when it is switched on. The normal level
of brightness will be reached as soon as the LCD panel warms
up.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
• The battery must have a temperature between 0°C and +35°C
for charging (otherwise the charger will not switch on or will
switch off again immediately).
• Lithium-ion batteries can be charged at any time, regardless of
their current charge level. A partially charged battery will charge
to full capacity faster than a fully discharged one.
• The rechargeable batteries come only partly charged ex works
and should therefore be charged fully before their first use.
• A new battery only reaches its full capacity after it has been fully
charged and – by using it in the camera – depleted 2 to 3 times.
This depletion process should be repeated roughly every 25
cycles.
• Battery and charger heat up during the charging process. That is
normal and not a malfunction.
• Rapid flashing of the two LEDs (>2Hz) when charging
commences indicates a charging error (e.g. maximum charging
time exceeded, voltages or temperatures outside permitted
ranges or a short circuit). Disconnect the charger from the
mains and remove the battery. Ensure that the above tempera-
ture conditions are met and then restart the charging process.
Please contact your dealer, the Leica representative in your
region or Leica Camera AG if the problem persists.
• Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries generate power by way of
internal chemical reactions. These reactions are influenced by
ambient temperature and humidity. Do not expose the battery to
extreme temperatures (high or low) for extended periods of time
(e.g. in a parked car in the summer or winter) to ensure a
maximum service life.
• However, every battery has its limits – even in optimal condi-
tions! After several hundred charging cycles, the operating times
will get significantly shorter.
• The replaceable battery supplies power to a backup battery,
which is permanently installed in the camera. This backup
battery retains the date and time for some weeks. Once the
backup battery is depleted, it must be replenished by inserting a
charged main battery. The time and date will have to be set
again after a full depletion of both batteries.
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• As the battery capacity deteriorates or if using an older battery,
warning messages may appear and some functions may be
restricted or blocked entirely.
• Always remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an
extended period of time. Make sure to switch the camera off via
the main switch before removing the battery. Leaving the battery
in the camera will result in a deep discharge after a few weeks.
Voltage levels will decrease significantly, as the camera uses a
low idle current to maintain settings.
• Dispose of damaged batteries in accordance with the relevant
regulations at an approved collection point for proper recycling.
• The date of manufacture can be found on the battery. The date
format is week/year.
MEMORY CARD
• The range of available SD/SDHC/SDXC cards on the market is
too extensive for Leica Camera AG to test for compatibility and
quality. Generally, any type of memory card may be used without
any damage to the camera or memory card. As some “no name”
cards may not fully comply with the SD/SDHC/SDXC standards,
Leica Camera AG cannot provide any guarantee of function.
• We recommend formatting memory cards from time to time, as
fragmented residual data from deleted files may block some of
the storage capacity.
• Generally, it is not necessary to format (initialize) memory cards
that have been previously used. Formatting will, however, be
necessary if you insert an unformatted memory card or a card
that was formatted in another device (e.g. a computer) for the
first time.
• We recommend backing up your data on a PC, because
electromagnetic fields, static electricity and any damage to the
memory card or camera defects may result in irretrievable
damage or loss of your data.
• SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards come with a write
protection slider to prevent accidental overwriting. This slider is
located on the non-beveled side of the card. All data on the card
is protected when the slider is set to its lower position, marked
LOCK.
• All data stored on the memory card will be lost during format-
ting. Formatting will not be prevented by the deletion protection
set for individual pictures.
SENSOR
• Any dust or dirt particles stuck to the glass cover of the sensor
may result in noticeable dark stains or specks on the pictures (in
system cameras). Alternatively, send your camera to the Leica
Customer Care department for sensor cleaning (see p. 232).
This service is not part of the warranty offering and will therefore
incur charges.
DATA
• All data, including personal information, may be changed or
deleted due to incorrect or accidental operation, static
discharge, accidents, malfunctions, repairs and other measures.
• Please note that Leica Camera AG does NOT accept liability for
direct or consequential damage due to the manipulation or
destruction of data and personal information.
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FIRMWARE UPDATE
Leica is continuously working on the further development and
optimization of Leica SL2-S. As digital cameras have many
functions that are controlled electronically, improvements and
enhancements to the functions can be installed on the camera
retroactively. Leica releases so-called firmware updates at irregular
intervals. Cameras are always supplied ex works with the latest
firmware installed or you can download the latest version from our
website yourself and transfer it to your camera.
You will receive a newsletter informing you of the availability of a
new firmware update if you register your camera on the Leica
Camera homepage.
Visit the download section or the “Customer Area” for information
about how to register or how to get firmware updates for your Leica
SL2-S. Additionally, you can find information about changes or
additions to the manual at: club.leica-camera.com
Leica releases firmware updates for lenses at irregular intervals.
You can download any new firmware version from our homepage
and transfer it to your lens. Please see p.199 for more informa-
tion.
Select the menu item
Camera InformationCamera Information (see p. 199) to check
whether your camera and lenses are running the latest firmware
version.
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WARRANTY
In addition to your statutory warranty rights regarding your dealer,
you will receive an additional Leica Camera AG product warranty
valid from the date of purchase at an authorized Leica retailer.
Previously, the product warranty was included with the product in
the packaging. From now on, the product warranty will only be
available online as a new service. You will be able to review the
warranty conditions for your product at any time, without having to
search fr the document. Please note that this new policy applies
only for products that are no longer delivered with a hardcopy
product warranty included in the packaging. Any products still
delivered with the warranty document in the packaging remain
governed exclusively by that document. For more information
regarding the warranty scope, services and limitations, please visit:
warranty.leica-camera.com
Leica SL2-S comes with splash water and dust protection.
The camera was tested under controlled laboratory conditions
and is classes as IP54 in accordance with DIN EN 60529. Please
note: The splash water and dust protection coating is not
permanent and will diminish over time. Please read the section
on “Care/Storage” for detailed instructions on how to clean and
dry the camera. The warranty does not cover liquid damage. Any
attempt to open the camera casing by an unauthorized retailer
or service partner will cause an immediate expiration of the
splash water and dust warranty.
Warranty
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TABLE OF CONTENT
FOREWORD ...................................................................................... 2
SCOPE OF DELIVERY ....................................................................... 2
REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES .......................................... 3
LEGAL INFORMATION ..................................................................... 4
SAFETY REMARKS ........................................................................... 8
GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................. 12
WARRANTY ..................................................................................... 15
TABLE OF CONTENT ...................................................................... 16
PART DESIGNATIONS .................................................................... 22
DISPLAYS ........................................................................................ 26
PHOTO ......................................................................................................... 26
VIDEO/CINE ................................................................................................ 28
DISPLAYS IN THE TOP DISPLAY ................................................................ 30
PREPARATION ................................................................................ 32
ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP ................................................................. 32
PREPARING THE CHARGER ........................................................................ 32
CHARGING THE BATTERY........................................................................... 33
CHARGING VIA USB .......................................................................................... 34
INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY ..................................................... 34
INSERTING/REMOVING THE MEMORY CARD .......................................... 35
LENS ............................................................................................................ 37
COMPATIBLE LENSES ....................................................................................... 37
CHANGING THE LENS ....................................................................................... 39
DIOPTER SETTINGS .................................................................................... 42
MULTIFUNCTION HANDGRIP SL ............................................................... 43
CAMERA OPERATION..................................................................... 48
CONTROL ELEMENTS ................................................................................. 48
MAIN SWITCH ................................................................................................... 48
SHUTTER BUTTON ............................................................................................ 49
FRONT SETTING WHEEL ................................................................................... 50
THUMBWHEEL .................................................................................................. 50
JOYSTICK ........................................................................................................... 51
PLAY BUTTON/MENU BUTTON ........................................................................ 51
FN BUTTONS ..................................................................................................... 52
LCD PANEL (TOUCH SCREEN) .......................................................................... 53
TOP DISPLAY ............................................................................................... 54
MENU CONTROL ......................................................................................... 54
CONTROL ELEMENTS ....................................................................................... 54
MENU SECTIONS .............................................................................................. 55
SWITCHING MENU SECTIONS .................................................................................. 56
STATUS SCREEN ............................................................................................... 57
MAIN MENU ...................................................................................................... 59
MENU NAVIGATION .......................................................................................... 60
SUBMENU ......................................................................................................... 62
KEYBOARD/NUMBER PAD ....................................................................................... 62
MENU BAR .............................................................................................................. 63
SCALE MENU ........................................................................................................... 63
DATE/TIME MENU ................................................................................................... 64
COMBI MENU .......................................................................................................... 64
USER-DEFINED OPERATION ...................................................................... 65
FAVORITES MENU ............................................................................................. 65
MANAGING THE FAVORITES MENU .......................................................................... 65
DIRECT ACCESS TO MENU FUNCTIONS .......................................................... 66
CHANGING AN ASSIGNMENT .................................................................................. 66
ACCESSING THE ASSIGNED MENU FUNCTION ........................................................ 66
SETTING WHEEL ASSIGNMENTS ...................................................................... 67
WHEN USING AF LENSES ........................................................................................ 67
WHEN USING MF LENSES ........................................................................................ 68
ROTATION DIRECTION OF THE SETTING WHEELS ........................................... 69
JOYSTICK FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................... 69
LOCKING THE OPERATING ELEMENTS ............................................................ 70
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CAMERA BASIC SETTINGS ............................................................ 72
MENU LANGUAGE ...................................................................................... 72
DATE/TIME .................................................................................................. 72
RECEIVING THE SETTINGS FROM A MOBILE DEVICE ...................................... 72
MANUAL SETTINGS .......................................................................................... 72
DISTANCE UNIT .......................................................................................... 73
POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE) .................................................... 74
LCD PANEL/VIEWFINDER SETTINGS........................................................ 74
LCD PANEL/EVF USE ........................................................................................ 75
EYE SENSOR SENSITIVITY ................................................................................ 75
BRIGHTNESS ..................................................................................................... 76
LCD PANEL .............................................................................................................. 76
EVF .......................................................................................................................... 76
COLOR RENDERING .......................................................................................... 76
LCD PANEL .............................................................................................................. 76
EVF .......................................................................................................................... 76
AUTOMATIC LCD PANEL AND EVF SHUTDOWN .............................................. 77
EVF FRAME RATE .............................................................................................. 77
ACOUSTIC SIGNALS ................................................................................... 77
VOLUME ............................................................................................................ 77
ACOUSTIC SIGNALS.......................................................................................... 77
ELECTRONIC SHUTTER SOUND ....................................................................... 78
AUTOFOCUS CONFIRMATION .......................................................................... 78
SILENT PHOTOGRAPHY .................................................................................... 78
BASIC SHOOTING/RECORDING SETTINGS (PICTURE & VIDEO)
.. 80
TOUCH AF ................................................................................................... 80
TOUCH AF IN EVF MODE .................................................................................. 80
FOCUS LIMIT ............................................................................................... 81
EV INCREMENT ........................................................................................... 81
AUXILIARY DISPLAYS ................................................................................. 82
INFO PROFILES ................................................................................................. 82
CHANGING THE INFO PROFILES .............................................................................. 83
DEACTIVATING INDIVIDUAL INFO PROFILES ............................................................. 83
CUSTOMIZING THE INFO PROFILES ......................................................................... 83
SHOW AVAILABLE ............................................................................................. 84
INFO BARS .............................................................................................................. 84
GRID ........................................................................................................................ 84
CLIPPING/ZEBRA .................................................................................................... 84
FOCUS PEAKING...................................................................................................... 85
LEVEL GAUGE .......................................................................................................... 86
HISTOGRAM ............................................................................................................ 87
BASIC SHOOTING SETTINGS (PICTURE) ...................................... 88
SENSOR FORMAT ....................................................................................... 88
FILE FORMAT .............................................................................................. 89
MEMORY CARD MANAGEMENT................................................................. 90
ASPECT RATIO............................................................................................. 90
JPG SETTINGS ............................................................................................. 91
RESOLUTION ..................................................................................................... 91
IMAGE PROPERTIES .......................................................................................... 92
COLOR PROFILE ................................................................................................ 92
MONOCHROME PROFILE .................................................................................. 92
CUSTOMIZING PHOTO PROFILES ..................................................................... 93
NOISE REDUCTION ........................................................................................... 93
NOISE SUPPRESSION FUNCTION FOR LONG-TERM EXPOSURE ........... 94
SHUTTER TYPE ........................................................................................... 94
IMAGE STABILIZATION ............................................................................... 95
SETTING THE STABILIZATION DIRECTION ........................................................ 95
MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS ............................................................................. 96
AF ASSIST LIGHT .............................................................................................. 96
ACOUSTIC AF CONFIRMATION ......................................................................... 96
BASIC RECORDING SETTINGS (VIDEO) ........................................ 98
SENSOR FORMAT ....................................................................................... 98
FILE FORMAT .............................................................................................. 99
VIDEO FORMAT ........................................................................................... 99
AVAILABLE RESOLUTIONS .............................................................................100
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AVAILABLE FRAME RATES .............................................................................. 100
SETTING THE VIDEO FORMAT ........................................................................ 100
IMAGE PROPERTIES .................................................................................101
MICROPHONE ........................................................................................... 102
WIND NOISE REDUCTION ........................................................................ 102
SETTING THE OUTPUT LEVEL.................................................................. 103
TIME CODE ................................................................................................ 103
TIME CODE MODE ...........................................................................................103
START TIME ..................................................................................................... 104
VIDEO GAMMA .......................................................................................... 104
HLG SETTINGS ................................................................................................104
L-LOG SETTINGS .............................................................................................105
SHARPNESS .......................................................................................................... 105
LUT PROFILES ........................................................................................................ 105
OUTPUT WITH LUT ................................................................................................. 105
VIDEO STABILIZATION ............................................................................. 106
HDMI OUTPUT .......................................................................................... 106
VIDEO AUXILIARY DISPLAYS ................................................................... 107
ASPECT RATIO DISPLAY.................................................................................. 107
SAFETY AREA .................................................................................................. 107
PICTURE MODE ............................................................................108
DRIVE MODE ............................................................................................. 108
FOCUSING ................................................................................................. 109
AF PHOTOGRAPHY ..........................................................................................109
AUTOFOCUS MODES ...................................................................................... 109
INTELLIGENT AF..................................................................................................... 109
AFs (single) ............................................................................................................ 109
AFc (continuous) .................................................................................................... 109
AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS ............................................................... 110
MULTI-FIELD METERING ......................................................................................... 110
SPOT/FIELD METERING ......................................................................................... 110
ZONE ..................................................................................................................... 111
TRACKING ............................................................................................................. 111
PERSON DETECTION .............................................................................................. 112
AF SETTINGS ................................................................................................... 113
AF PROFILES ......................................................................................................... 113
PRE FOCUS ........................................................................................................... 114
AF QUICK SETTING ......................................................................................... 115
ACCESSING AF QUICK SETTING............................................................................. 115
ADJUSTING THE METERING FIELD SIZE .................................................................. 115
CHANGING THE AF METERING METHOD ................................................................ 115
MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................116
ENLARGEMENT IN AF MODE .................................................................................. 116
AF ASSIST LIGHT ................................................................................................... 117
ACOUSTIC AF CONFIRMATION ............................................................................... 117
MANUAL FOCUSING (MF) ..............................................................................117
PERSONALIZED LENS SETTINGS....................................................................118
MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................118
FOCUS PEAKING.................................................................................................... 118
ENLARGEMENT IN MF MODE ................................................................................. 119
DISTANCE DISPLAY ................................................................................................ 121
USING AUTOFOCUS IN MF MODE .......................................................................... 121
ISO SENSITIVITY ....................................................................................... 122
FIXED ISO VALUES .......................................................................................... 122
AUTOMATIC SETTING ......................................................................................122
LIMITING SETTING RANGES ................................................................................... 122
FLOATING ISO .................................................................................................123
WHITE BALANCE ...................................................................................... 124
AUTOMATIC CONTROL/FIXED SETTINGS ...................................................... 124
MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING .................................................................125
GRAY CARD ........................................................................................................... 125
GRAY CARD LIVE VIEW ........................................................................................... 126
DIRECT SETTING OF THE COLOR TEMPERATURE .......................................... 126
EXPOSURE................................................................................................. 127
EXPOSURE METERING METHODS .................................................................. 128
SPOT METERING .................................................................................................... 128
CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING .............................................................................. 128
MULTI-FIELD METERING ......................................................................................... 128
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EXPOSURE MODES ......................................................................................... 129
SELECTING A MODE .............................................................................................. 129
FULLY AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – P ................................................. 130
AUTOMATIC PROGRAM – P .................................................................................... 130
CHANGING THE PRESET SHUTTER SPEED AND APERTURE COMBINATIONS (SHIFT) 130
SEMI-AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – A/S .............................................. 131
APERTURE PRIORITY - A ......................................................................................... 131
SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY – S .............................................................................. 131
MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING – M ................................................................132
LONG-TERM EXPOSURE.................................................................................. 133
FIXED SHUTTER SPEEDS ........................................................................................ 133
B FUNCTION .......................................................................................................... 133
EXPOSURE CONTROL .....................................................................................134
EXPOSURE PREVIEW .............................................................................................. 134
EXPOSURE LOCK ................................................................................................... 134
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION .................................................................................. 137
SHOOTING MODES ................................................................................... 138
SERIAL SHOOTING ..........................................................................................138
INTERVAL SHOOTING .....................................................................................139
EXPOSURE BRACKETING ................................................................................ 140
MULTI SHOT SHOOTING ................................................................................. 142
SETTING THE DELAY TIME ...................................................................................... 142
MOTION ARTEFACTS CORRECTION ........................................................................ 142
SELF-TIMER ..................................................................................................... 143
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ............................................................................ 144
COMPATIBLE FLASH UNITS ............................................................................144
FLASH EXPOSURE METERING (TTL METERING) ............................................ 145
SETTINGS ON THE FLASH UNIT ..................................................................... 146
FLASH CONTROL ............................................................................................ 146
SYNC POINT .......................................................................................................... 146
FLASH RANGE ................................................................................................. 147
FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION .............................................................. 148
VIDEO MODE ................................................................................150
VIDEO MODE AND CINE MODE ............................................................... 150
START/EXIT VIDEO MODE ....................................................................... 151
START/END VIDEO RECORDING ............................................................. 152
FOCUSING ................................................................................................. 152
AUTOFOCUS MODES ...................................................................................... 153
CONTROLLING THE AUTOFOCUS ...................................................................153
TOUCH AF ............................................................................................................. 153
SUPPRESSING CONTINUOUS FOCUSING ............................................................... 153
AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS ............................................................... 154
TRACKING .......................................................................................................155
PERSON DETECTION .............................................................................................. 156
AF SETTINGS ................................................................................................... 156
AF QUICK SETTING ......................................................................................... 157
MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................158
MANUAL FOCUSING (MF) ..............................................................................159
PERSONALIZED LENS SETTINGS....................................................................159
MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................160
ISO SENSITIVITY ....................................................................................... 162
FIXED ISO VALUES .......................................................................................... 162
AUTOMATIC SETTING ......................................................................................163
FLOATING ISO .................................................................................................164
ASA SENSITIVITY ...................................................................................... 164
WHITE BALANCE ...................................................................................... 165
AUTOMATIC CONTROL/FIXED SETTINGS ...................................................... 165
MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING .................................................................166
DIRECT SETTING OF THE COLOR TEMPERATURE .......................................... 167
EXPOSURE................................................................................................. 168
EXPOSURE METERING METHODS .................................................................. 169
EXPOSURE MODES ......................................................................................... 170
FULLY AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – P ................................................. 171
SEMI-AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – A/S .............................................. 172
MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING – M ................................................................172
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION .......................................................................... 173
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REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE ......................................................... 174
CONTROL ELEMENTS IN REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE ........................... 174
INITIATE/EXIT REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE ............................................ 176
SELECTING/SCROLLING THROUGH RECORDINGS ............................... 177
INFO DISPLAYS IN REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE ..................................... 178
CROPPED SECTION ZOOM ....................................................................... 179
DISPLAYING MULTIPLE RECORDINGS AT ONCE .................................... 180
TAGGING/RATING OF RECORDINGS ....................................................... 182
DELETING RECORDINGS .......................................................................... 182
DELETING INDIVIDUAL RECORDINGS ............................................................183
DELETING MULTIPLE RECORDINGS ............................................................... 183
DELETING ALL RECORDINGS .........................................................................184
DELETING UNRATED RECORDINGS ............................................................... 185
PREVIEW OF LATEST RECORDING .......................................................... 185
SLIDE SHOW ............................................................................................. 186
VIDEO PLAYBACK ..................................................................................... 187
VIDEO EDITING ...............................................................................................190
OTHER FUNCTIONS .....................................................................192
USER PROFILES ........................................................................................ 192
DATA MANAGEMENT ................................................................................ 194
DATA STRUCTURE ON THE MEMORY CARD ...................................................194
EDIT FILE NAMES ............................................................................................195
CREATING A NEW FOLDER ............................................................................. 196
ADDING COPYRIGHT INFORMATION.............................................................. 196
RECORDING THE IMAGE LOCATION WITH GPS ............................................. 196
FORMATTING A MEMORY CARD .....................................................................197
DATA TRANSFER..............................................................................................197
USING RAW DATA (DNG) ..........................................................................198
RESETTING THE CAMERA TO FACTORY SETTINGS ................................ 198
FIRMWARE UPDATES ............................................................................... 199
UPDATING THE CAMERA FIRMWARE .............................................................199
UPDATING THE LENS FIRMWARE ...................................................................200
UPDATING THE ADAPTER FIRMWARE ............................................................200
LEICA FOTOS ................................................................................ 202
CONNECTING ............................................................................................ 202
REMOTE CAMERA CONTROL ...................................................................204
CARE/STORAGE ........................................................................... 206
FAQ ................................................................................................208
MENU OVERVIEW ........................................................................216
INDEX ............................................................................................220
TECHNICAL DATA ......................................................................... 226
LEICA CUSTOMER CARE ..............................................................232
LEICA ACADEMY ..........................................................................232
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Definition of the various categories of information found in
this manual
Note
Additional information
Important
Failure to comply with instructions may result in damage to the
camera, the accessories or the recordings
Attention
Non-compliance may result in personal injury
Part Designations
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PART DESIGNATIONS
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15
14
6
9
10
11
1
2
3
4
5
12
13
*2
*1
7
8
* Optional accessory: Multifunction hand grip SL, lens
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25
26
27
23
30
31
20
17
19
18
22
16
21
32
*21
*34
*29
*33
*22
29
28
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Part Designations
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LEICASL2-S
1
Shutter button
2
Front setting wheel
3
FN button
4
FN button
5
Top display
6
Accessory shoe
7
Microphone
8
Speaker
9
FN button
10
FN button
11
Lens release button
12
Leica L bayonet
13
Contact strip
14
Self-timer LED / AF assist light / exposure metering sensor
15
Strap lugs
16
Main switch
17
Viewfinder eyepiece
18
Eye sensor
19
Diopter setting ring
20
FN button
21
Joystick
22
Thumbwheel
23
Status LED
24
PLAY button
25
FN button
26
MENU button
27
LCD panel
28
Memory card slot
29
Tripod thread
30
Contact for multifunction hand grip
31
Battery release lever
32
Battery compartment
MULTIFUNCTION HAND GRIP SL
*1
Shutter button
*2
Front setting wheel
*21
Joystick
*22
Thumbwheel
*29
Tripod thread
*33
Hand grip-integrated battery compartment
*34
Hand grip lock
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LENS*
35
Contact strip
36
Alignment points for lens replacement
37
Focus ring
poss. zoom setting ring
38
Alignment point for lens hood mounting
39
Male bayonet for lens hood
40
Internal thread for filters
41
Bayonet cover
42
Lens cap
43
Lens hood
43
38
37
38
39
40
41
42
36
35
*
Not included in the delivery package. Representative image. Technical
designs may vary depending on included features.
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Displays
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DISPLAYS
The images displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder are
identical.
PHOTO
STATUS SCREEN
01
05 06
08
07
09
14
20
15
21
16
22
17
23
18
24
19
25
10 11 12 13
03
02
04
WHEN TAKING A PICTURE
All displays/values refer to the actual settings.
15 19 20 18 14 26 27 28 04
0311
07
08101209
IN REVIEW MODE
All displays/values refer to the displayed image.
32
31
15 19 20 18 14 27 28
2911
07
08101209
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ACTIVATED Capture AssistantsCapture Assistants
37
36
35
34
33
38
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01
Focal length
02
Memory card used
03
Remaining memory capacity
04
Battery capacity
05
Menu section PHOTOPHOTO
06
Menu sections VIDEOVIDEO
07
Light balance
08
Exposure compensation scale
09
Exposure mode
10
Exposure value
11
Shutter speed
12
ISO Sensitivity
13
Exposure compensation value
14
Picture mode (Drive ModeDrive Mode)
15
Focus mode
16
Autofocus metering method
17
Autofocus settings
18
Exposure metering method
19
White balance mode
20
File format/compression level/resolution
21
Formatting a memory card
22
User profile
23
Locking/unlocking the setting wheels
24
Leica FOTOS
25
Main menu
26
Flash sync point
27
Aspect ratio (sensor)
28
Color rendering (Film StyleFilm Style)
29
File number of the recording shown
30
Stabilization activated
31
Icon for marked picture
32
File name
33
Histogram
34
Grid lines
35
Level gauge
36
Display of cropped section size and position
(only visible for enlarged sections)
37
Focus peaking
(identification of in sharp edges in the object)
38
Clipping / Zebra
Displays
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VIDEO/CINE
STATUS SCREEN
39
43 44
46
45
49
54
59
55
60
56
61
57
62
58
63
58
64
50 51 52 53
41
40
42
47
48
WHEN TAKING A PICTURE
All displays/values refer to the actual settings.
54 57 58 56 65 44
66
4151
45
48
46505249
47
IN PLAYBACK MODE
All displays/values refer to the displayed image.
54 57 58 65 68
70
45
4648
69
67
71
75
7473
72
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39
Focal length
40
Memory card used
41
Remaining memory capacity
42
Battery capacity
43
Menu section PHOTOPHOTO
44
Menu sections VIDEOVIDEO
45
Light balance
46
Exposure compensation scale
47
Microphone recording level
48
Recording time (time code)
49
Exposure mode
50
Exposure value
51
Shutter speed
(
CineCine: shutter angle)
52
ISO Sensitivity
(
CineCine: ASA indication)
53
Exposure compensation value
54
Focus mode
55
Autofocus metering method
56
Exposure metering method
57
White balance mode
58
File format/compression level/resolution
59
Recording level
60
Headphone volume
61
User profile
62
Locking/unlocking the setting wheels
63
Leica FOTOS
64
Main menu
65
Color rendering (Video StyleVideo Style)
66
Indicates recording in progress
67
Stabilization activated
68
Icon for marked picture
69
File name
70
File number of the recording shown
71
Video editing function
72
Exiting video playback
73
Current time of the playback
74
Playback status bar
75
Playback volume
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DISPLAYS IN THE TOP DISPLAY
Home screen
76
77
78 79 80
DEFAULT VIEW
89
87
81 83
82
84
85
86
88
90 91
92
93
92
MODE CHANGE
76
Camera name
77
Date
78
Time
79
Handgrip battery capacity
80
Camera battery capacity
81
Exposure mode
82
Set flash exposure compensation
83
Program shift
84
Exposure value
85
Shutter speed
(
CineCine: shutter angle)
86
ISO Sensitivity
(
CineCine: ASA indication)
87
Memory card used
88
Remaining memory capacity
89
Leica FOTOS
90
GPS
91
USB charging function
92
Depth of field threshold values
93
Sharp distance focus
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CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR ON THE LCD PANEL
The battery charge status is displayed in the status screen and in
the header line at the top right.
Display Charge status
approx. 75 - 100%
approx. 50 - 75%
approx. 25 - 50%
approx. 0 - 25%
approx. 0%
The battery needs charging or replacing
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PREPARATION
ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP
1
2
3
4
Attention
• Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that
the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the camera from
falling.
PREPARING THE CHARGER
Use the mains cable with the matching regional plug to connect
the charger to mains electricity.
Note
• The charger will automatically adapt to local mains voltage.
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
The camera is powered by a lithium-ion battery.
INSERTING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER
▸ Slide the battery into the charger with the groove facing up until
the contacts meet
▸ Press down on the battery until you can hear and feel it clicking
into place
▸ Ensure that the battery is fully inserted into the charger
REMOVING THE BATTERY FROM THE CHARGER
▸ Tilt the battery up and lift it out at an angle
CHARGE STATUS INDICATORS ON THE CHARGER
CHARGE
80%
The status LED indicates a correct charging process.
Display Charge status Charge time*
CHARGE flashes green
battery is charging
80% lights up orange
80% approx. 2 h
CHARGE continuous
green light
100% approx. 3½ h
Disconnect the charger from mains electricity when the charging
process is complete. There is no risk of overcharging.
* for a completely discharged battery
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CHARGING VIA USB
The rechargeable battery in the camera can be automatically
charged when the camera is connected to a computer or another
suitable power source via USB cable.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select USB ChargingUSB Charging
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
Notes
• The camera will only charge while it is switched off. The charging
process will be interrupted as soon as the camera is switched
on. The camera will be displayed as a USB storage medium if an
SD card is inserted (see p.197).
• Charging does start automatica.
INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY
▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p.48)
INSERTION
“click”
▸
Insert the battery into the slot with the groove pointing towards
the LCD panel and gently push until you hear and feel it clicking
into place
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REMOVAL
1
2
3
▸ Turn the battery release lever
• Battery is pushing out slightly.
▸ Press down on the battery lightly
• The battery unlocks and pushes out fully.
▸ Removing the battery
Important
• Removing the battery while the camera is switched on may
result in the loss of custom settings or damage to the memory
card.
INSERTING/REMOVING THE MEMORY CARD
Leica SL2-S offers slots for two memory cards. There are various
options for use, see p.90.
The camera will save exposures to an SD (Secure Digital), SDHC
(High Capacity) or SDXC (eXtended Capacity) memory card.
Notes
• SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are available from various
suppliers in a range of sizes and with differing read/write
speeds. Memory cards with high storage capacities and high
read/write speeds offer quick storage and rendering.
• The memory card may not be supported (capacity) or will have
to be formated in the camera before first use (see p.197). The
camera will in that case display a relevant message. Please see
the section “Technical Data” for information about supported
cards.
• Check the memory card for correct alignment if you are having
difficulties inserting it into the camera.
• See p. 10 and p. 13 for additional information.
• Video recordings require a high write speed.
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▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p.48)
OPENING THE COVER OVER THE MEMORY CARD SLOT
1
2
▸ Slide the cover as shown in the illustration until you hear a click
• The cover lifts automatically.
CLOSING THE COVER OVER THE MEMORY CARD SLOT
2
1
▸ Close and hold down the cover
▸ Slide the cover as shown in the illustration until it audibly clicks
into place
INSERTION
“click”
▸ Push the memory card into the slot until you hear and feel it
clicking into place
• The beveled corner of the card must be at the top left.
REMOVAL
1
2
▸ Push down on the card until you hear a click
• The card pushes out slightly.
▸ Remove the memory card
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LENS
COMPATIBLE LENSES
In addition to Leica SL lenses, the LeicaSL2-S can also accommo-
date Leica TL lenses with full functionality via the L bayonet. Leica
M and R lenses can also be used in conjunction with Leica M/R L
adapters.
L-MOUNT LENSES
Sophisticated optical systems guarantee the excellent imaging
performance of the SL lenses. In the design phase for the optics, a
homogeneous performance across all focal lengths, aperture and
focus settings is a high priority. That is how SL lenses can be used
for optimally creative results in any situation.
EXPOSURE METERING AND EXPOSURE CONTROL USING VARIO
LENSES
Some Leica TL and SL Vario lenses have a variable speed, which
means that the effective aperture opening depends on the
configured focal length. Make sure to set the desired focal length
before storing the meter value or changing the shutter speed/
aperture combination to prevent incorrect exposure. Please read
the sections on “Exposure” starting on page 127 for more
information. Make sure that the aperture setting on the flash unit
matches the camera aperture if you are using a non-system
compatible flash unit.
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LEICA M AND R LENSES
Leica M and R lenses can be attached via Leica M or R L adapters.
There are lens profiles stored in the camera, which allow the
following functions:
• The flash exposure and flash reflector controls utilize the stored
lens data (see “Compatible flash units”).
• The lens data is furthermore written to the Exif data of the
recordings, provided the lens is relevantly encoded. The focal
length of the lens is additionally displayed when rendering the
extended picture data.
The camera will automatically select the appropriate lens type
settings if the Leica M lens used comes with 6 bit encoding, or the
Leica R lens has an ROM contact strip. You will have to enter the
lens type manually if the lenses do not have that feature.
Using automatic detection
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Lens ProfilesLens Profiles
▸ Activate automatic lens detection (AutoAuto) or deactivate the
feature (
OffOff)
Setting the lens type manually
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Lens ProfilesLens Profiles
▸ Select M-LensesM-Lenses or R-LensesR-Lenses
Sorting the lens type lists
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Lens ProfilesLens Profiles
▸ Select M-LensesM-Lenses or R-LensesR-Lenses
▸ Select Edit List of M-LensesEdit List of M-Lenses or Edit List of R-LensesEdit List of R-Lenses
▸ Activate (OnOn) or deactivate (OffOff) the lens types you will be using
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CHANGING THE LENS
Important
• Make sure to always have a lens or the camera bayonet cover
attached to prevent dust or other foreign bodies penetrating the
camera.
• That is why you should always replace lenses quickly and in a
dust-free environment.
L-MOUNT LENSES
ATTACHING THE LENS
1
2
▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p.48)
▸ Hold the lens by the fixed ring
▸ Position the alignment points on the lens opposite the release
button on the camera housing
▸ Attach the lens in this position
▸ Turn the lens clockwise until you hear and feel it click into place
DETACHING THE LENS
1
2
3
▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF
▸ Hold the lens by the fixed ring
▸ Press and hold the release button on the camera housing
▸ Turn the lens counter-clockwise until the alignment point is
opposite the release button
▸ Remove the lens
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OTHER LENSES
(e.g. Leica M lenses)
Other lenses can be used by inserting an adapter for L bayonets
(e.g. Leica-M adapter L).
ATTACHING THE ADAPTER
1
2
▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p.48)
▸ Position the alignment point on the adapter opposite the
alignment point on the camera housing
▸ Attach the lens in this position
▸ Turn the adapter clockwise until you hear and feel it click into
place
▸ Attach the lens immediately
DETACHING THE ADAPTER
2
3
1
▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF
▸ Detaching the lens
▸ Press and hold the release button on the camera housing
▸ Turn the adapter counter-clockwise until the alignment point is
opposite the release button
▸ Remove the adapter
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ATTACHING THE LENS TO THE ADAPTER
1
2
▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p.48)
▸ Hold the lens by the fixed ring
▸ Position the alignment point on the lens opposite the alignment
point on the adapter
▸ Attach the lens in this position
▸ Turn the lens clockwise until you hear and feel it click into place
DETACHING THE LENS FROM THE ADAPTER
1
2
3
▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF
▸ Hold the lens by the fixed ring
▸ Press and hold the release button on the adapter
▸ Turn the lens counter-clockwise until its alignment point is
opposite the release button
▸ Remove the lens
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DIOPTER SETTINGS
The viewfinder has a diopter setting function with a range between
-4 and +2 diopter to allow glasses wearers the use of the camera
without eyeglasses (diopter adjustment).
▸ Look through the viewfinder
▸ Aim at and focusing on an object
▸ Turn the diopter setting wheel until you see the image in the
viewfinder and the displays in perfect focus
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MULTIFUNCTION HANDGRIP SL
(optional accessory)
The Multifunction HandgripSL is an optional accessory and comes
with additional operating elements (shutter button, joystick,
thumbwheel and front setting wheel) positioned specifically for
easy portrait photography. The handgrip is therefore particularly
useful for one-handed photography. It also offers space for a
second rechargeable battery.
PHOTOGRAPHY WITH THE HANDGRIP
The operating elements of the handgrip are positioned is such a
way as to be in easy reach when using the camera for portrait
photography.
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A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
A
Locking toggle
B
Tripod thread
C
Attachment screw
D
Interface with the camera
E
Storage compartment for the contact cover of the handgrip
F
Storage compartment for the contact cover of the camera
G
Front setting wheel
H
Shutter button
I
Strap lug
J
Thumbwheel
K
Joystick
L
Handgrip lock
ATTACHING THE HANDGRIP
1 2
▸ Squeeze the contact cover of the handgrip on the two sides
marked with triangles and lift it off
▸ Store the contact cover in its designated compartment in the
handgrip
▸ Remove the contact cover in the base of the camera housing
▸ Store the contact cover in its designated compartment in the
handgrip
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1
2
▸ Align the handgrip with the base of the camera
• Make sure not to damage the contacts.
▸ Turn the handgrip lock to the right and hand tighten
Important
• Make sure to check regularly whether the connection is still tight
when using the camera with the handgrip attached and
re-tighten it as needed.
DETACHING THE HANDGRIP
▸ Turn the handgrip to the left to unlock the connection
• Make sure to hold the camera and the handgrip securely while
doing so.
▸ Replace both cover caps over the connections
Important
• Make sure that the contact covers are securely in place on the
camera and on the handgrip whenever the handgrip is not
attached to the camera. The highly sensitive contacts could
otherwise easily be damaged.
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MOUNTING THE WRIST LOOP/CARRY STRAP ON THE
MULTIFUNCTION HANDGRIP
The high quality wrist loop is available as an optional ergonomic
accessory for the handgrip to ensure more stability for the camera.
The hand loop is recommended in particular for landscape
photography.
When using the handgrip for portrait photography for extended
periods of time, we recommend attaching the carry strap on the
strap lug of the camera on the right-hand side and on the strap lug
of the handgrip. This will always maintain the camera in the correct
position. See p.32 for instructions on how to attach the carry
strap.
CHANGING THE BATTERY
The multifunction handgrip offers space for a second rechargeable
battery. This will significantly increase operating time.
▸ Click up the locking toggle
▸ Turn the locking toggle in anti-clockwise direction
• The battery cover lifts automatically.
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REMOVING THE BATTERY
1
2
3
▸ Push down the ejector pin
• Battery is pushing out slightly.
▸ Press down on the battery lightly
• The battery unlocks and pushes out fully.
▸ Removing the battery
INSERTING THE BATTERY
1
2
▸ Insert the battery into the slot with the groove pointing towards
until you hear and feel it clicking into place
CLOSE THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
▸ Close the cover over the battery compartment
• It will click to signify it is locked.
▸ Click down the locking toggle
Note
• The camera must have a battery with at least minimal charge
inserted to utilize a rechargeable battery in the handgrip.
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CAMERA OPERATION
CONTROL ELEMENTS
MAIN SWITCH
The main switch switches the camera on and off.
SWITCHING THE CAMERA ON
Notes
• Once switched on, the camera will be ready to use after approx.
1s.
• The LED lights up briefly and the displays in the viewfinder
appear.
SWITCHING THE CAMERA OFF
Note
• The function
Auto Power OffAuto Power Off (see p.74) deactivates the
camera automatically if no operation occurs within a preset
time. Use the main switch to deactivate the camera if this
function is
OffOff to prevent inadvertent exposures and battery
discharge when the camera is not in use.
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SHUTTER BUTTON
The shutter button works in two stages.
1. Tapping (= Pressing the shutter button to the 1st pressure
point)
– Activating the camera electronics and displays
– Metering memory lock (metering & saving):
– AF mode: range measurement (AF-L)
– (semi) automatic exposure mode: exposure metering
(AE-L)
– Canceling a running self-timer delay time
– Return to shooting mode
– from review/playback mode
– from menu control
– from standby mode
2. Press down fully
– Shutter release
• The data is then transferred to the memory card.
– Starting a video recording
– Starting a preselected self-timer delay time
– Starting a picture series or interval shooting
Notes
• Press down the shutter button in a smooth motion until you hear
the click of the shutter to prevent camera shake.
• The shutter button remains locked:
– if the memory card inserted and/or the internal buffer
memory are (temporarily) full
– if the battery has exceeded its performance limits (capacity,
temperature, age)
– if the memory card is write-protected or damaged
– if the sensor is too hot
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FRONT SETTING WHEEL
– Menu navigation
– Setting the shutter speeds
– Exposure compensation value selection
– Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures
THUMBWHEEL
– Menu navigation
– Accessing the submenu
– Applying menu settings
– Setting selected menu items/functions
– Setting the exposure value
– Exposure compensation value selection
– Setting the program shift
– Scrolling through the picture memory
– Playback of video recordings
– Confirming the prompts
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JOYSTICK
– Menu navigation
– Accessing the submenu
– Applying menu settings
– Setting selected menu items/functions
– Scrolling through the picture memory
– Shifting the metering field
– Exposure lock
– Playback of video recordings
– Confirming the prompts
PLAY BUTTON/MENU BUTTON
PLAY BUTTON
– Activation and deactivation of the (continuous) review/playback
mode
– Return to full-screen display
MENU BUTTON
– Accessing the menu (incl. status screen)
– Accessing the review/playback menu
– Exiting the currently displayed (sub) menu
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FN BUTTONS
MENU
FN
PLAY
25
4 3
9
10
20
Direct access to various menus and functions. All FN buttons can
be custom configured (see p.66).
FACTORY SETTINGS
in shooting/recording mode in review/playback mode
FN button 25
Toggle info profiles
FN button 20
LCD panel/EVF switchover
FN button 4
Mode change (photo/video) Marking/rating a recording
FN button 3
– Photo: ISOISO
– Video: ISOISO
– (Cine: Exposure IndexExposure Index)
FN button 9
– Photo: Magnification
– Video:
Microphone GainMicrophone Gain
FN button 10
Autofocus metering method
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LCD PANEL (TOUCH SCREEN)
TOUCH CONTROL* in shooting/recording mode in review/playback mode
“tap briefly” Shifting the AF metering field and focusing
(while Touch AF is activated)
Selecting recordings
“double tap” Reseting the AF metering field
(while Touch AF is activated)
Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures
“swipe” Scrolling through the picture memory
Shifts the enlarged image section
“horizontal swipe”
(full length)
Mode change (photo/video) Scrolling through the picture memory
“vertical swipe”
(full length)
Switch to review/playback mode Switch to shooting/recording mode
“touch and hold” Accessing the AF quick setting
“two-finger pinch”
“two-finger spread”
Changing the size of the AF metering field
(using the AF modes
FieldField and
Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection)
Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures
“swipe and hold”
“hold and swipe”
Continuous scrolling
* A light touch is enough, don't apply pressure.
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TOP DISPLAY
– Display of the active mode
– Display of recording data
– Display of camera information
MENU CONTROL
CONTROL ELEMENTS
The following elements are used for menu control.
2
26
21
22
21 Joystick 2 Front setting wheel
26 MENU button 22 Thumbwheel
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MENU SECTIONS
The following menu sections are available: Status Screen,
Main MenuMain Menu and FavoritesFavorites. At this top level, the menu sections in
picture and video mode are easily recognizable by their color.
Status screen:
– quick access to the most important settings
FavoritesFavorites:
– your custom list (see p.65 for details on how to manage this
list)
Main MenuMain Menu:
– offers access to all menu items
– contains various submenus
Note
• The favorites menu can only be displayed if it has at least one
menu item assigned.
Section PHOTO VIDEO
Status screen dark background bright background
Favorites
dark header line bright header line
Main menu
(top level)
Main menu
(Submenus)
black header line
STATUS SCREEN
Photo Video
FAVORITES
MAIN MENU
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SWITCHING MENU SECTIONS
The status screen will always be displayed as the first menu
section. The top menu level is organized into pages, which are
displayed in the header line: Status Screen, Favorites Menu (up to
2 pages) and six subsections of the main menu. You can switch
between menu sections by scrolling through the pages. Alternative-
ly, the status screen and the favorites menu offer access to the
main menu as their respectively last menu item.
To scroll forward
▸ Press the MENU button
or
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in clockwise direction
• The status screen will appear again after the last page of the
main menu.
To scroll backward
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in anti-clockwise direction
• The last page of the main menu will appear again after the
status screen.
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STATUS SCREEN
The status screen offers an overview of the most important
information regarding the current camera status and active
settings.
It furthermore allows direct access to important settings. The
status screen is optimized for touch control.
A
B
C
D
A
Mode: picture/video (see p.151)
B
Exposure settings (see p.124 and p.168)
C
Menu items
D
Access to the main menu
Notes
• Where touch control is not possible or not desirable (e.g. in EVF
mode), the status screen can alternatively be controlled via the
joystick and/or the thumbwheel.
• The settings become effective immediately.
• The framed control panels can be selected. Unframed values are
added in automatically (depending on the active exposure
mode).
• The available menu items in picture and video mode differ (see
p.26 and p.28).
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SELECTING SETTINGS
Settings can be selected in various ways from within the status
screen. The setting types vary from menu to menu.
▸ Briefly touch the desired control panel
• The relevant menu appears.
DIRECT SETTINGS
A version of the menu bar appears in the lower area of the status
screen (see p.63).
▸ Select the desired function directly or swipe
ACCESSING A STANDARD SUBMENU
These menus behave as if they were accessed from within the main
menu (see p.60). Touch control is therefore unavailable. From
there, you return to the status screen and not to the next higher
menu item.
▸ Select the desired setting
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FAVORITES MENU
The favorites menu offers quick access to the most frequently used
menu items. It can contain up to 11 menu items. These can be
assigned individually (see p.65).
MAIN MENU
The main menu offers access to all settings. Most of these are
organized in submenus.
A
B
C
D
A
Menu sections: Main MenuMain Menu and FavoritesFavorites
B
Menu item name
C
Menu item setting
D
Submenu reference
SUBMENU
There are various types of submenus available. The following pages
describe their operation.
A
B
D
A
B
C
A
Current menu item
B
Submenu item
C
References to other submenus
D
Scrollbar
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MENU NAVIGATION
SCREEN BY SCREEN NAVIGATION
To scroll forward
▸ Press the MENU button (repeatedly if needed)
or
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in clockwise direction
• The status screen will appear again after page 6 of the main
menu.
To scroll backward
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in anti-clockwise direction
• Page 6 of the main menu will appear again after the status
screen.
LINE BY LINE NAVIGATION
(Function/function option selection)
▸ Press the joystick up/down
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
(to the right = down, to the left = up)
• Once the last menu item has been reached scrolling up or
down, the display will automatically jump to the previous or
next screen. The currently active menu section (Favorites,
Main Menu) is not exited.
Note
• Some menu items can only be accessed under specific
circumstances. The text in the relevant line is displayed in gray
to signify the existence of a submenu.
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SHOW SUBMENU
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
or
▸ Press the joystick to the right
CONFIRM SELECTION
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
• The screen image changes back to the active menu item. The
set function variant is shown on the right in the relevant menu
line.
Note
• No confirmation is needed for the selection of
OnOn or OffOff. An
automatic save is done.
GO BACK ONE STEP
(Return to the superordinate menu item)
▸ Press the joystick to the left
• This option is only available for list-type submenus.
GO BACK TO TOP MENU LEVEL
▸ Press the MENU button 1x
• The top level of the currently selected menu section is
displayed.
EXITING THE MENU
You can exit the menus and submenus at any time – with/without
applying the settings selected there.
Go to shooting/recording mode
▸ Tap the shutter button
Go to review/playback mode
▸ Press the PLAY button
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SUBMENU
KEYBOARD/NUMBER PAD
D
C
B
E
A
F
G
D
C
B
E
A
G
G
A
E
C
B
D
A
Entry line
B
Keyboard/Number pad
C
“Delete” button (deletes the last character entered)
D
“Confirm” button
(to apply individual values and existing settings)
E
Return to previous menu level
F
Shift key (toggles between upper and lower case letters)
G
Changing the character type
SELECTING A BUTTON (ICON/FUNCTION BUTTON)
Using button control
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
• The currently active button will be highlighted.
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
• The currently active button will be highlighted.
• There will be an automatic jump to the next/previous line
when the end/beginning of the line is reached.
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
Using touch control
▸ Press the button of your choice
SAVE
▸ Select button D
CANCEL
▸ Select button E
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MENU BAR
Using button control
▸ Press the joystick left/right
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
Using touch control
▸ Select the desired function directly or swipe
Notes
• The currently active setting displayed in the center is highlighted
in red.
• The set value is displayed above the scale/below the menu bar.
• The following applies for direct access: The selected function
requires no additional confirmation and will be active immediately.
SCALE MENU
Using button control
▸ Press the joystick left/right
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
Using touch control
▸ Select the desired setting directly or swipe
Notes
• The currently active setting displayed in the center is highlighted
in red.
• The set value is displayed above the scale/below the menu bar.
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DATE/TIME MENU
To move to the next settings field
▸ Press the joystick left/right
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
To set values
▸ Press the joystick up/down
To save and return to superordinate menu item
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
COMBI MENU
The setting of the individual menu items is done via a setting bar in
the lower display area.
To access individual menu items
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
To set individual items
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
• The set value displayed next to the menu item is highlighted.
▸ Press the joystick left/right
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
To apply the setting
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
To return to the superordinate menu item
▸ Press the joystick to the left
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USER-DEFINED OPERATION
FAVORITES MENU
Assign your most frequently used menu items to a favorites menu
(up to 11 items) for quick and easy access. The available functions
are shown in the list on p.216.
As there are separate menu sections for picture and video mode,
the associated favorite menus can also be assigned individually.
The favorites menu in video mode applies for both video modes
(Video and Cine). The menu item
ISOISO in Cine mode accesses the
associated
Exposure IndexExposure Index function.
The favorites menu will be represented by an asterisk in the header
line, provided it contains at least one menu item.
MANAGING THE FAVORITES MENU
▸ Switch to the desired mode (picture or video)
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select Edit FavoritesEdit Favorites
▸ Select the desired menu item
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
• A warning message appears when the favorites menu has
reached the maximum of 11 menu items and no further items
can be added.
Note
• The favorites menu will be deleted completely if all menu items
are set to
OffOff.
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DIRECT ACCESS TO MENU FUNCTIONS
You can assign specific menu functions to the FN buttons for extra
quick direct access to menu items in recording mode. The
assignments in picture and video mode are completely indepen-
dent of each other. The available functions are shown in the list on
p.216. For factory settings see p.52.
CHANGING AN ASSIGNMENT
All FN buttons permit a quick and easy reassignment in addition to
access to their currently assigned menu function.
▸ Switch to the desired mode (picture or video)
▸ Press the desired FN button longer
• The direct access appears on the LCD panel.
▸ Select the desired menu item
ACCESSING THE ASSIGNED MENU FUNCTION
▸ Press the desired FN button briefly
• The assigned function is accessed, or a submenu appears on
screen.
Notes
• The submenus accessed via direct access may look differently
than when they are accessed via the main menu. Specifically,
they often appear as menu bars to allow quick settings.
• The settings can be done via key control or using touch control
on the LCD panel. The operating mode depends on the type of
submenu.
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SETTING WHEEL ASSIGNMENTS
(IN SHOOTING/RECORDING MODE)
The function of the two setting wheels depends on the active
exposure mode. Wheel assignments can be specified independently
for picture and video mode and for every exposure mode.
WHEN USING AF LENSES
FACTORY SETTINGS
Picture mode
Thumbwheel Front setting wheel
P
Program shift Exposure compensation
S
Exposure compensation Shutter speed
A
Aperture Exposure compensation
M
Aperture Shutter speed
Video mode
Thumbwheel Front setting wheel
P
Exposure compensation Microphone Gain
S
Exposure compensation Shutter speed
A
Aperture Exposure compensation
M
Aperture Shutter speed
CUSTOMIZING THE SETTING WHEELS
The functions of the two setting wheels can be swapped.
Picture mode
Video mode
▸ Switch to the desired mode (picture or video)
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select Wheel Assignment (AF-lens)Wheel Assignment (AF-lens)
▸ Select the desired setting
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WHEN USING MF LENSES
FACTORY SETTINGS
Picture mode
Thumbwheel Front setting wheel
A
Magnification Exposure compensation
M
Magnification Shutter speed
Video mode
Thumbwheel Front setting wheel
A
Magnification Exposure compensation
M
Magnification Shutter speed
CUSTOMIZING THE SETTING WHEELS
The functions of the two setting wheels can be swapped.
▸ Switch to the desired mode (picture or video)
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select Wheel Assignment (MF-lens)Wheel Assignment (MF-lens)
▸ Select the desired setting
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ROTATION DIRECTION OF THE SETTING WHEELS
You can specify any rotation direction for exposure settings via the
setting wheels. You specify the rotation direction, which will result
in an exposure reduction (shorter shutter times/smaller aperture).
The assignments for the two setting wheels are done separately
independent of each other in picture and video mode.
THUMBWHEEL
Factory setting:
Stop DownStop Down→→
▸ Switch to the desired mode (picture or video)
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select Thumbwheel DirectionThumbwheel Direction
▸ Select Stop DownStop Down → → or ← ← Stop DownStop Down
FRONT SETTING WHEEL
Factory setting:
←←Stop DownStop Down
▸ Switch to the desired mode (picture or video)
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select Front Wheel DirectionFront Wheel Direction
▸ Select Stop DownStop Down → → or ← ← Stop DownStop Down
JOYSTICK FUNCTIONS
(IN SHOOTING MODE)
You can assign various functions to the joystick in shooting/
recording mode. The settings for AF and MF mode are done
separately. See p.116, p.121 and p.134 for the various
functions.
AF MODE
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select JoystickJoystick
▸ Select AF ModeAF Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
AF-LAF-L, AE-LAE-L, AF-L + AE-LAF-L + AE-L)
MF MODE
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select JoystickJoystick
▸ Select MF ModeMF Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
AFsAFs, AFs + AE-LAFs + AE-L, AFcAFc, AFc + AE-LAFc + AE-L, AE-LAE-L, ZoomZoom)
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LOCKING THE OPERATING ELEMENTS
Various operating elements can optionally be locked in shooting/
recording mode.
Note
•
Appears on screen when a operating element is used while
the lock is active.
LOCKING THE SETTING WHEELS
▸ Select Dial LockDial Lock in the main menu
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
LOCKING THE JOYSTICK
▸ Select Joystick LockJoystick Lock in the main menu
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
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CAMERA BASIC SETTINGS
The settings described in this chapter apply for picture and video
mode alike. They are therefore available in the picture and video
menu (see chapter “Camera Operation” under “Menu Control”). A
setting selected in one of the modes will also apply to the other.
• The two menu items
LanguageLanguage and Date & TimeDate & Time appear automati-
cally when switching the camera on for the first time, after a
reset to factory settings (see p.198), or after a firmware
update.
MENU LANGUAGE
Factory setting: English
Available menu languages: German, French, Italian, Spanish,
Russian, Japanese, Korean, Traditional or Simplified Chinese
▸ Select LanguageLanguage in the main menu
▸ Select your language
• Aside from a few exceptions, the language will be changed for
all information.
DATE/TIME
RECEIVING THE SETTINGS FROM A MOBILE DEVICE
The date and time settings can be automatically received from the
mobile device.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Date & TimeDate & Time
▸ Select via Smartphonevia Smartphone
• The settings will be re-synched each time the device is paired
again. The pairing process is described in the chapter “Leica
FOTOS” (see p.202).
MANUAL SETTINGS
DATE
You can choose one of 3 options for the display sequence.
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Date & TimeDate & Time
▸ Select Date SettingDate Setting
▸ Select the desired date format
(
Day/Month/YearDay/Month/Year, Month/Day/YearMonth/Day/Year, Year/Month/DayYear/Month/Day)
▸ Set the date
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TIME
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Date & TimeDate & Time
▸ Select Time SettingTime Setting
▸ Select the desired brightness
(
12 Hours12 Hours, 24 Hours24 Hours)
▸ Set the time
(Select
amam or pmpm for the 12-hour format)
TIME ZONE
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Date & TimeDate & Time
▸ Select Time ZoneTime Zone
▸ Select your time zone/current location
– The Greenwich Mean Time offset is shown on the left of the
line
– Major cities in the relevant time zones are shown on the right
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Date & TimeDate & Time
▸ Select Daylight Saving TimeDaylight Saving Time
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
DISTANCE UNIT
The distance can be displayed in meters or in feet (see p.121).
Factory setting:
Meter (m)Meter (m)
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Distance UnitDistance Unit
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Meter (m)Meter (m), Feet (ft)Feet (ft))
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POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE)
The camera will switch to the power-saving standby mode after a
preset time to extend battery life if this function is activated.
The device has two power save levels.
– Activates device standby mode in
3s/5s/10s/2min/5min/10min
– Automatic LCD panel shutdown (see p.77)
Factory setting:
2 min2 min
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Power SavingPower Saving
▸ Select Auto Power OffAuto Power Off
▸ Select the desired setting
(
OffOff, 3 s3 s, 5 s5 s, 10 s10 s, 2 min2 min, 5 min5 min, 10 min10 min)
Note
• The camera can be woken from standby mode at any time by
pressing the shutter button or by switching the main switch off
and on again.
LCD PANEL/VIEWFINDER SETTINGS
The camera comes equipped with a 3.2” liquid crystal color panel,
which is protected by a glass cover made of extremely hard and
scratch-resistant Gorilla
®
glass.
The following functions can be configured and used individually:
– Use of the LCD panel and EVF (electronic viewfinder)
– Eye sensor sensitivity
– Brightness
– Color rendering
– EVF Frame Rate
– Automatic LCD panel and EVF shutdown
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LCD PANEL/EVF USE
You can preset the situations in which EVF and LCD panel should
be used. The displays appearing on screen and in the viewfinder
are identical.
Factory setting:
AutoAuto
EVF LCD panel
Auto
The eye sensor in the viewfinder automatically
toggles the camera between LCD panel and EVF.
• Recording
• Review/Playback
• Menu control
LCD
• Recording
• Peview/Playback
• Menu control
EVF
• Recording
• Review/Playback
• Menu control
EVF
extended
Only EVF is used for shooting/recording mode. The
eye sensor in the viewfinder automatically toggles
the camera between LCD panel and EVF for
playback and menu control.
• Recording
• Review/Playback
• Menu control
▸ Select Display SettingsDisplay Settings in the main menu
▸ Select EVF-LCDEVF-LCD
▸ Select the desired setting
Note
• Select
EVFEVF if you want to keep the LCD panel switched off (e.g.
on dark environments).
EYE SENSOR SENSITIVITY
You can adjust the eye sensor sensitivity to ensure that the
changeover functions reliably if you wear eyeglasses.
Factory setting:
HighHigh
▸ Select Display SettingsDisplay Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Eye Sensor SensitivityEye Sensor Sensitivity
▸ Select the desired setting
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BRIGHTNESS
You can adjust brightness for best visibility in various lighting
conditions. Brightness is set individually for the LCD panel and the
viewfinder. Selection occurs via key control or touch control.
LCD PANEL
▸ Select Display SettingsDisplay Settings in the main menu
▸ Select LCD BrightnessLCD Brightness
▸ Select the desired brightness or AutoAuto
▸ Confirm selection
EVF
▸ Select Display SettingsDisplay Settings in the main menu
▸ Select EVF BrightnessEVF Brightness
▸ Look through the viewfinder
▸ Select the desired brightness
▸ Confirm selection
Note
• The setting
AutoAuto is not available here.
COLOR RENDERING
Color rendering can also be adjusted. Brightness is set individually
for the LCD panel and the viewfinder. Selection occurs via key
control or touch control.
LCD PANEL
▸ Select Display SettingsDisplay Settings in the main menu
▸ Select LCD Color AdjustmentLCD Color Adjustment
▸ Select the desired color setting
▸ Confirm selection
EVF
▸ Select Display SettingsDisplay Settings in the main menu
▸ Select EVF Color AdjustmentEVF Color Adjustment
▸ Look through the viewfinder
▸ Select the desired color setting
▸ Confirm selection
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AUTOMATIC LCD PANEL AND EVF SHUTDOWN
The LCD panel and EVF deactivate automatically to save power.
Factory setting:
1 min1 min
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Power SavingPower Saving
▸ Select All Displays Auto OffAll Displays Auto Off
▸ Select the desired setting
(
30 s30 s, 1 min1 min, 5 min5 min)
Note
• The top display is not affected by the automatic shutdown.
EVF FRAME RATE
The image frequency of the EVF can be set.
Factory setting:
60 fps60 fps
▸ Select Display SettingsDisplay Settings in the main menu
▸ Select EVF Frame RateEVF Frame Rate
▸ Select the desired setting
(
60 fps60 fps, 120 fps120 fps)
ACOUSTIC SIGNALS
Some functions can be acknowledged with acoustic signals. The
following special functions can be configured separately:
– Electronic shutter sound
– AF confirmation
VOLUME
The volume of active signals can be set.
Factory setting:
LowLow
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Acoustic SignalAcoustic Signal
▸ Select VolumeVolume
▸ Select LowLow/HighHigh
ACOUSTIC SIGNALS
This setting specifies, whether the camera shout output general
notification signals, e.g. during the delay time of the self-timer or
as a warning signal, when the memory card is full.
Factory setting:
OffOff
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Acoustic SignalAcoustic Signal
▸ Select Acoustic SignalsAcoustic Signals
▸ Select OnOn
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ELECTRONIC SHUTTER SOUND
Factory setting:
OffOff
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Acoustic SignalAcoustic Signal
▸ Select Electronic Shutter SoundElectronic Shutter Sound
▸ Select OnOn
AUTOFOCUS CONFIRMATION
A signal sound can be selected for successful AF settings.
Factory setting:
OffOff
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Acoustic SignalAcoustic Signal
▸ Select AF ConfirmationAF Confirmation
▸ Select OnOn
SILENT PHOTOGRAPHY
When pictures should be taken as quietly as possible.
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Acoustic SignalAcoustic Signal
▸ Select Electronic Shutter SoundElectronic Shutter Sound/AF ConfirmationAF Confirmation/Acoustic SignalsAcoustic Signals
▸ Select OffOff for each of these menu items
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BASIC SHOOTING/RECORDING SETTINGS
(PICTURE & VIDEO)
The settings described in this chapter apply for picture and video
mode alike. They are therefore available in the picture and video
menu (see chapter “Camera Operation” under “Menu Control”). A
setting selected in one of the modes will also apply to the other.
TOUCH AF
Touch AF allows a direct placement of the AF metering field.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Touch AFTouch AF
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
Positioning the AF Metering Field
▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel in the desired position
To move the metering field back to the center of the screen
▸ Double tap the LCD panel
Notes
• This function is available in conjunction with the following AF
metering methods:
SpotSpot, FieldField, ZoneZone, TrackingTracking and
Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection.
• With
SpotSpot, FieldField, ZoneZone or Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection metering selected,
the camera will immediately focus again automatically. If the
metering method
TrackingTracking is selected, the metering field will
remain at the selected position and autofocus commences when
the shutter button is tapped.
TOUCH AF IN EVF MODE
Touch AF is deactivated by default when EVF is in use to prevent
any inadvertent altering of the AF metering field. Touch AF can,
however, also be used in EVF mode.
Factory setting:
OffOff
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Touch AF in EVFTouch AF in EVF
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
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FOCUS LIMIT
The focusing range can be limited by excluding the macro range.
This will speed up automatic focusing considerably.
Factory setting:
OffOff
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Focus Limit (Macro)Focus Limit (Macro)
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
Notes
• The focusing range differs depending on the lens used (see
relevant instructions).
• This function is not available for specific lenses:
– lenses mounted via an adapter (e.g. Leica M lenses with L
adapter M)
– specific Leica SL lenses
EV INCREMENT
You can choose between 1⁄2 EV or 1⁄3 EV graduations. This will
allow you to choose between stronger or more subtle effects for
your relevant settings.
This setting doesn't just apply for exposure compensation settings.
It also specifies the sensitivity of the setting wheels in standard
recording mode, i.e. the increment width with which the shutter
speeds and the aperture will be set. A setting to
1/21/2 will change the
shutter speeds and aperture values that much faster each time the
setting wheel is moved one click further and the correct setting is
achieved quicker. A setting to
1/31/3 facilitates a more precise setting.
Factory setting:
1/31/3
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select EV IncrementEV Increment
▸ Select the desired setting
(
1/21/2, 1/31/3)
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AUXILIARY DISPLAYS
The Leica SL2-S has 4 independent info profiles, which contain
differing combinations of the available auxiliary displays. The
following functions are available:
– Info Bars (see p. 84)
– Grid (only picture mode, see p.84)
– Focus Peaking (see p. 85)
– Clipping / Zebra (see p. 84)
– Level Gauge (only picture mode, see p.86)
– Histogram (see p.87)
F
A
A
B
C
E
D
A
Info Bars (= header and footer line)
B
Grid
C
Focus peaking
D
Clipping / Zebra
E
Level gauge
F
Histogram
INFO PROFILES
Up to 4 independent profiles can be used. The desired function can
be selected and adjusted individually for each profile. During
operation, the switch between info profiles is done via direct
access (see p.52). In factory settings, that will be the FN button
at the back left, next to the LCD panel (
25). It allows quick
switches between various views.
The following profiles are predefined in the factory settings:
Profile Factory settings
Only info Bars (header and footer lines)
Full screen view (all auxiliary displays OffOff)
Info BarsInfo Bars, Clipping / ZebraClipping / Zebra, Focus PeakingFocus Peaking, HistogramHistogram
Info BarsInfo Bars, Clipping / ZebraClipping / Zebra, GridGrid, Level GaugeLevel Gauge
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CHANGING THE INFO PROFILES
▸ Press the FN button with the function assignment
Toggle Info LevelsToggle Info Levels
• In factory settings, that will be the FN button at the back left,
next to the LCD panel (25).
Note
• The same info profiles are available in review/playback mode as
in recording mode. The actual info profile currently in use,
however, is saved separately.
DEACTIVATING INDIVIDUAL INFO PROFILES
You can limit the number of info profiles by activating/deactivating
individual profiles. At least one profile must always be active, but
that can be an “empty” profile.
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Capture AssistantsCapture Assistants
▸ Select a profile
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
CUSTOMIZING THE INFO PROFILES
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Capture AssistantsCapture Assistants
▸ Select SettingSetting
▸ Select a profile
▸ Select the desired function
▸ Select the desired setting
Function Available settings
Info BarsInfo Bars OnOn, OffOff
GridGrid 3 x 33 x 3, 6 x 46 x 4, OffOff
Clipping / ZebraClipping / Zebra OffOff, Upper limitUpper limit (value between 200 and 255)
Focus PeakingFocus Peaking OnOn, OffOff
Color (RedRed, BlueBlue, GreenGreen, WhiteWhite) & sensitivity
(settings apply to all info profiles)
Level GaugeLevel Gauge OnOn, OffOff
HistogramHistogram OnOn, OffOff
Note
• It is advisable to reserve one info profile as “empty”, in which all
functions are set to
OffOff. It allows you to temporarily hide all
displays. In effect, you get an unobstructed view of the full
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SHOW AVAILABLE
INFO BARS
The header and footer lines show the currently active settings and
exposure values. See chapter “Displays” for a full list of the various
displays (see p.26).
GRID
The grids divide the image frame into multiple fields. They facilitate
picture composition and an exact camera orientation. The grid line
distribution can be adjusted to fit the object.
You can choose one of two grid displays. They divide the image
field into 3x3 or 6x4 fields.
CLIPPING/ZEBRA
The Clipping/Zebra display marks very bright image areas. This
function is a very easy and exact tool for checking the correct
exposure setting. The two displays differ as follows:
– In picture mode: Clipping (flashes black)
– In video mode: Zebra (black/white striped pattern)
SETTING THE LIMIT VALUE
You can set a threshold value for these displays, i.e. define a value
at what degree of overexposure they will appear, so that you can
adjust these displays to specific conditions or in line with your own
composition ideas.
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Capture AssistantsCapture Assistants
▸ Select SettingSetting
▸ Select a profile
▸ Select Clipping / ZebraClipping / Zebra
▸ Select Upper limitUpper limit
▸ Select the desired value
(
200200 to 255255)
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FOCUS PEAKING
This assist function highlights the edges of in focus subject
elements in color.
When Focus Peaking is activated, will appear to the right of the
frame with a display of the color used.
TAG COLOR
The color can be user-specified. This setting will apply for all info
profiles.
Factory setting:
RedRed
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select Focus AssistFocus Assist
▸ Select Focus PeakingFocus Peaking
▸ Select the desired setting
(
RedRed, GreenGreen, BlueBlue, WhiteWhite)
ISO SENSITIVITY
The sensitivity can be additionally adjusted. This setting will apply
for all info profiles.
Factory setting:
HighHigh
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select Focus AssistFocus Assist
▸ Select Peaking SensitivityPeaking Sensitivity
▸ Select the desired setting
(
LowLow, HighHigh)
Note
• Focus peaking is based on subject contrast, i.e. differences
between light and dark. As a result, high contrast subject
elements could be marked, even if they are not completely in
focus.
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LEVEL GAUGE
The integrated sensors of the camera show its orientation. These
indicators ensure exact camera orientation along the longitudinal
and transverse axes of critical objects, e.g. architecture.
Two long lines to the left and right of the image center indicate the
transverse axis on screen.
– in zero position = green
– in tilted position = red
The longitudinal axis is indicated in level position by two green
double-lines immediately left and right of the image center. When
the camera is tilted, these lines are white, and a short red line
appears above or below them.
Note
• The camera will switch the aspect of the level gauge autono-
mously for pictures taken in portrait format.
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HISTOGRAM
Histogram represents the brightness distribution in the recording.
The horizontal axis shows the graduated values from black (left)
through gray to white (right). The vertical axis corresponds to the
number of pixels at each brightness level.
This type of rendering allows an additional quick and easy
assessment of the exposure setting.
Notes
• The histogram is always based on the brightness displayed;
depending on the settings used, it may not represent the final
exposure.
• In shooting mode, the histogram should be regarded as a “trend
indicator”.
• The histogram during rendering may differ slightly from the one
during exposure.
• The Histogram always refers to the currently displayed cropped
section of the recording.
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BASIC SHOOTING SETTINGS (PICTURE)
The settings described in this chapter only apply for picture mode.
They are therefore part of the picture menu and must always be
accessed and configured from within picture mode (see chapter
“Camera operation” in the section “Menu Control”). Any menu
items of the same name in the video menu are entirely indepen-
dent of these.
SENSOR FORMAT
The picture data of the entire 35mm sensor can be used or only a
cropped section, which corresponds to the APS-C format. This can
be helpful, e.g. when only limited storage capacity remains or a
lens developed specifically for APS-C is used.
The max. available resolution is dependent on the setting of the
sensor format.
Sensor format DNG Resolution
35mm 6000x4000pixels (24MP)
APS-C 3963x2624pixels (10.3MP)
Full-frame (35mm)
24mm
APS-C
Crop factor 1:1.6
Aspect ratio 3:2
36mm
24mm
Image section used
16mm
Factory setting: 35 mm35 mm
▸ Select Sensor FormatSensor Format in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
35 mm35 mm, APS-CAPS-C)
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The set sensor format is shown in the header line.
Note
• The setting switches automatically to APS-C when an
APS-C-specific lens is mounted.
FILE FORMAT
Choose the JPG format
JPGJPG or the standardized raw data format
DNGDNG (= digital negative). Both can be used individually or simultane-
ously.
Factory setting:
DNG + JPGDNG + JPG
▸ Select Photo File FormatPhoto File Format in the main menu
▸ Select a format
(
DNGDNG, DNG + JPGDNG + JPG, JPGJPG)
Notes
• The standardized DNG (Digital Negative) format is used for the
storage of raw picture data.
• When picture data is saved in
DNGDNG and in JPGJPG format simultane-
ously, then the camera will use the resolution setting for the
JPGJPG
format is used for the JPG file.
• The
DNGDNG format always uses the highest resolution, no matter
what
JPGJPG setting is selected.
• The remaining number of frames shown in the LCD panel will not
necessarily change after every shooting. That very much
depends on the object; very fine image structures result in
higher data quantities, while homogeneous surfaces mean less
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MEMORY CARD MANAGEMENT
There are a number of options for saving data when two memory
cards are inserted.
–
DNG + JPG on SD1 = SD2 (Backup)DNG + JPG on SD1 = SD2 (Backup)
– DNG + JPG on SD1 + SD2 (Standard)DNG + JPG on SD1 + SD2 (Standard)
– DNG on SD1 / JPG on SD2 (Split)DNG on SD1 / JPG on SD2 (Split)
SD1=SD2
(Backup)
All files are saved to SD1 and SD2. One
of the cards therefore serves as backup.
SD1+SD2
(Standard)
Files are saved to SD1 first, until its
capacity is reached. Subsequent files will
then be saved to SD2.
SD1/SD2
(Split)
Files are saved separately depending on
their format: JPG files are saved to SD1
and DNG files to SD2.
An icon in the status screen denotes the selected setting.
Factory setting:
DNG + JPG on SD1 + SD2 (Standard)DNG + JPG on SD1 + SD2 (Standard)
▸ Select Storage OptionsStorage Options in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
SD1=SD2SD1=SD2, SD1+SD2SD1+SD2, SD1/SD2SD1/SD2)
ASPECT RATIO
You have a choice of aspect ratios to select in addition to the
basic 3:2 (e.g. 1:1). The relevant cropped section will be displayed.
Recordings made in JPG format are saved with the relevant aspect
ratio. DNG recordings will always have the natural sensor format
(3:2), the set aspect ratio is only in aid of the image composition.
In review mode, DNG recordings will be displayed with horizontal
or vertical auxiliary lines showing the cropped section seen when
shooting.
Factory setting:
3:23:2
▸ Select Photo Aspect RatioPhoto Aspect Ratio in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
3:23:2, 7:57:5, 4:34:3, 1:11:1, 3:13:1, 16:916:9)
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JPG SETTINGS
The functions and settings described in this section apply for
pictures taken in
JPGJPG format only.
RESOLUTION
The
JPGJPG format setting offers 3 image resolution (number of pixels)
options. The following file formats are available:
L-JPGL-JPG, M-JPGM-JPG and
S-JPGS-JPG. You can therefore adjust your settings to the intended use
and available memory card capacity.
Factory setting:
L-JPGL-JPG
▸ Select JPG SettingsJPG Settings in the main menu
▸ Select JPG ResolutionJPG Resolution
▸ Select the desired resolution
The resolution also depends on the selected sensor format. The set
sensor format is shown in the header line.
RESOLUTION Sensor format
35mm APS-C
L-JPGL-JPG
24MP 10.3MP
M-JPGM-JPG
12.2MP 5MP
S-JPGS-JPG
5.9MP 2.5MP
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IMAGE PROPERTIES
One of the many advantages of digital photography is that it is very
easy to change key image properties.
You can manipulate contrast, sharpness and color saturation
before shooting.
CONTRAST
The contrast setting, i.e. the difference between light and dark
image sections, determines whether an image comes across as
“flat” or “brilliant”. Increasing or decreasing this difference impacts
on contrast, meaning that some image sections are rendered with
more or less light.
SHARPNESS
The impression of sharpness in a picture is largely determined by
edge sharpness, i.e. by how slight the transition area between light
and dark is at edges in the picture. Expanding or reducing these
areas will therefore change the impression of sharpness.
COLOR SATURATION
The saturation factor in color images determines, whether colors in
the picture appear “pale” and pastel-like or “bright” and colorful.
While lighting conditions and weather (e.g. foggy/clear) are a given
in terms of shooting conditions, their rendering can be influenced.
COLOR PROFILE
3 pre-configured color profiles are available:
Factory setting:
StandardStandard
– StandardStandard
– VividVivid
– NaturalNatural
▸ Select JPG SettingsJPG Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Film StyleFilm Style
▸ Select a profile
MONOCHROME PROFILE
Two pre-configured monochrome profiles are available:
–
MonochromeMonochrome
– Monochrome High ContrastMonochrome High Contrast
▸ Select JPG SettingsJPG Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Film StyleFilm Style
▸ Select a profile
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CUSTOMIZING PHOTO PROFILES
Additionally, you can adjust the values for contrast, sharpness and
saturation (saturation only for color pictures) for each profile
separately.
▸ Select JPG SettingsJPG Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Film StyleFilm Style
▸ Select Film Style SettingsFilm Style Settings
▸ Select a profile
▸ ContrastContrast, SharpnessSharpness, SaturationSaturation
▸ Select the desired level
(
-2-2, -1-1, 00, +1+1, +2+2)
NOISE REDUCTION
In digital photography, the appearance of flawed pixels that can be
white, red, blue or green is referred to as "noise". Except when high
sensitivities are used, noise is luckily negligible. Nevertheless,
noise reduction is a component of data processing when JPG files
are generated. On the other hand, since it also has an effect on the
focus review, you can optionally weaken or strengthen this noise
reduction in comparison to the standard setting.
Factory setting:
LowLow
▸ Select JPG SettingsJPG Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Noise ReductionNoise Reduction
▸ Select the desired setting
(
LowLow, MediumMedium, HighHigh)
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NOISE SUPPRESSION FUNCTION FOR LONG-TERM
EXPOSURE
Image noise becomes more apparent when using higher sensitivi-
ties, particularly on uniform dark areas. Long exposure times may
cause severe image noise. In order to reduce this annoying
phenomenon, the camera will take a second “black picture” (taken
with the shutter closed) automatically after a shooting with slow
shutter speed and high ISO value. The noise metered in this parallel
picture is then digitally “subtracted” from the data for the actual
picture. In such cases the message
Noise reduction in progressNoise reduction in progress will
appear with a relevant time value. The doubling of the “exposure”
time must be taken into account for long-term exposure times. The
camera must not be switched off during that time.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Long exposure noise reductionLong exposure noise reduction in the main menu
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
SHUTTER TYPE
The LeicaSL2-S comes equipped with a mechanical shutter and a
purely electronic shutter function. The electronic shutter expands
the available shutter area and functions completely noiseless,
which may be important in some work environments.
Factory setting:
HybridHybrid
▸ Select Shutter TypeShutter Type in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
MechanicalMechanical, ElectronicElectronic, HybridHybrid)
MechanicalMechanical Only the mechanical shutter is used.
Working range: 30min to 1⁄8000s.
ElectronicElectronic Only the electronic shutter function is used.
Working range: 60s to 1⁄16000s.
HybridHybrid You can add in the electronic shutter functions if
you need faster shutter speeds than can be
achieved with the mechanical shutter.
Working range: 30min to 1⁄8000s + 1⁄8000s to
1⁄16000s.
Note
• The electronic shutter function does not allow flash photography.
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IMAGE STABILIZATION
The less favorable the lighting conditions during shooting, the
slower will be the required shutter speeds for correct exposure.
Visual image stabilization is a great tool for preventing out-of-focus
images due to blurring.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Image StabilizationImage Stabilization in the main menu
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
Note
• The settings described in this chapter apply for both picture and
video mode.
SETTING THE STABILIZATION DIRECTION
For camera pans it can be useful to only correct camera shake in
specific directions.
Factory setting:
NormalNormal
Normal Camera shake in all directions (horizontal,
vertical, rotational) will be corrected
automatically.
Automatic The camera recognizes the panning
direction automatically and corrects
orthogonal camera shake autonomously.
Vertical panning Only horizontal camera shake will be
corrected.
Horizontal panning Only vertical camera shake will be
corrected.
▸ Select Panning ModePanning Mode in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
NormalNormal, Auto PanningAuto Panning, Vertical PanningVertical Panning, Horizontal PanningHorizontal Panning)
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MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS
AF ASSIST LIGHT
The integrated AF assist light allows operation of the AF system in
unfavorable lighting conditions. This light comes on while metering
is performed, provided the function is activated.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select AF Assist LampAF Assist Lamp
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
Notes
• The AF assist light illuminates an area of up to approx. 5m.
• The AF assist light switches off automatically, once focusing was
successful (AF metering field is green) or has failed (AF metering
field is red).
ACOUSTIC AF CONFIRMATION
You can set an acoustic confirmation signal for successful focus
metering in AF mode.
Factory setting:
OffOff
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Acoustic SignalAcoustic Signal
▸ Select AF ConfirmationAF Confirmation
▸ Select OnOn
▸ Select VolumeVolume
▸ Select LowLow/HighHigh
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BASIC RECORDING SETTINGS (VIDEO)
The settings described in this chapter only apply for video
operations. They are therefore part of the video menu and must
always be accessed and configured from within video mode (see
chapter “Camera operation” in the section “Menu Control”). Any
menu items of the same name in the picture menu are entirely
independent of these.
SENSOR FORMAT
The picture data of the entire 35mm sensor can be used or only a
cropped section, which corresponds to the APS-C format. This can
be helpful, e.g. when only limited storage capacity remains or a
lens developed specifically for APS-C is used.
Factory setting:
35 mm35 mm
▸ Select Sensor FormatSensor Format in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
35 mm35 mm, APS-CAPS-C)
Full-frame image circle
APS-C image circle
Full-frame Still 3:2
6000 x 4000
Full-frame C4K 17:9
4096 x 2160
Full-frame 4K 16:9
3840 x 2160
Full-frame FHD 16:9
1920 x 1080
APS-C Still 3:2
3963 x 2624
APS-C C4K 17:9
4096 x 2160
APS-C 4K 16:9
3840 x 2160
APS-C FHD 16:9
1920 x 1080
Note
• The setting switches automatically to APS-C when an
APS-C-specific lens is mounted.
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FILE FORMAT
Video can be recorded in the file formats MOV or MP4.
Various combinations of resolution and frame rate can be
configured depending on the file format chosen. The settings are
done separately. You could therefore select the combination
C4KC4K/29.97 fps2 9.97 fps for the MOV format or FHDFHD/59.94 fps59.94 fps for MP4. The
preset video format settings are then accessed automatically, when
one of the two file formats is selected.
Note
• You can toggle between video file formats via the status screen
without having to (re)configure the settings.
VIDEO FORMAT
The following combinations of resolution and frame rate are
available:
Frame rate Resolution (file format)
23.98fps
C4K 4K FHD
MOV MOV + MP4 MOV + MP4
25 fps MOV MOV + MP4 MOV + MP4
29.97fps MOV MOV + MP4 MOV + MP4
50 fps MOV MOV + MP4 MOV + MP4
59.94fps MOV MOV + MP4 MOV + MP4
100 fps MOV + MP4
120 fps MOV + MP4
150 fps MOV + MP4
180 fps MOV + MP4
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AVAILABLE RESOLUTIONS
You can choose from up to 4 resolutions with the associated
aspect ratios (depending on file format and recording mode).
Sensor
format
File Format Available resolutions
35mm MOV C4K 4096x2160
MOV + MP4 4K 3840x2160
FHD 1920x1080
APS-C MOV C4K 4096x2160
MOV + MP4 4K 3840x2160
FHD 1920x1080
AVAILABLE FRAME RATES
Up to 9 different frame rates between 23.98fps and 180fps are
available depending on the selected resolution. The frame rates
100fps to 180fps allow slow motion recordings in varying speeds.
SETTING THE VIDEO FORMAT
Factory setting: file format MOV, resolution FHD, frame rate
29.97fps
MOV
▸ Select Video Format / ResolutionVideo Format / Resolution in the main menu
▸ Select MOVMOV
▸ Select the desired resolution
(
C4KC4K, 4K4K, FHDFHD)
▸ Select the desired frame rate
MP4
▸ Select Video Format / ResolutionVideo Format / Resolution in the main menu
▸ Select MP4MP4
▸ Choose the desired combination of resolution and frame rate
Note
• The list of available resolutions for this camera also contains
additional information, e.g. on video compression.
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IMAGE PROPERTIES
The image properties for video recordings are easy to customize.
You can manipulate contrast, sharpness and color saturation
before recording.
VIDEO PROFILES
3 pre-configured color profiles are available:
–
StandardStandard
– VividVivid
– NaturalNatural
There are two additional profiles available for monochrome video
recordings:
–
MonochromeMonochrome
– Monochrome High ContrastMonochrome High Contrast
▸ Select Video StyleVideo Style in the main menu
▸ Select a video profile
CUSTOMIZING VIDEO PROFILES
Additionally, you can adjust the values for contrast, sharpness and
saturation (saturation only for color pictures) for each profile
separately.
▸ Select Video StyleVideo Style in the main menu
▸ Select Video Style SettingsVideo Style Settings
▸ Select a profile
▸ ContrastContrast, SharpnessSharpness, SaturationSaturation
▸ Select the desired level
(
-2-2, -1-1, 00, +1+1, +2+2)
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MICROPHONE
The sensitivity of the integrated microphone can be set.
Factory setting:
0 dB0 dB
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Microphone GainMicrophone Gain
▸ Select the desired level
(
OffOff, +6 dB+6 dB, +5 dB+5 dB, +4 dB+4 dB, +3 dB+3 dB, +2 dB+2 dB, +1 dB+1 dB, 0 dB0 dB, -1 dB-1 dB, -2 dB-2 dB,
-3 dB-3 dB, -4 dB-4 dB, -5 dB-5 dB, -6 dB-6 dB, -7 dB-7 dB , -8 dB-8 dB, -9 dB-9 dB, -10 dB-10 dB, -11 dB-11 dB, -12 dB-12 dB)
Notes
• The Autofocus function and manual focal length adjustments
generate noise that may be picked up in the recording.
• There will be no audio recorded if this setting is
OffOff. As
notification, the icon for the recording level changes as shown
here
.
WIND NOISE REDUCTION
Wind noise reduction can be adjusted individually for the internal
and the external microphone.
INTERNAL MICROPHONE
Factory setting:
LowLow
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Wind Noise ReductionWind Noise Reduction
▸ Select Internal MicrophoneInternal Microphone
▸ Select the desired setting
(
HighHigh, LowLow, OffOff)
EXTERNAL MICROPHONE
Factory setting:
OffOff
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Wind Noise ReductionWind Noise Reduction
▸ Select External MicrophoneExternal Microphone
▸ Select the desired setting
(
HighHigh, LowLow, OffOff)
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SETTING THE OUTPUT LEVEL
The volume level can be set for connected headphones.
▸ Accessing the status screen
▸ Select the headphone icon
▸ Select the desired setting
• There will be no audio output if the setting is
.
TIME CODE
The timecode is a data record that is generated and recorded
alongside the image and audio data. It ensures the correct time
assignment of picture and audio signals after cutting or after later
separate processing. Time code mode and start time can be
selected.
TIME CODE MODE
Time information is written to the recorded video file if the time
code setting is activated.
Factory setting:
OffOff
OffOff Timekeeping begins at 00:00:00.00 for every
recording.
Free RunFree Run The timer continues running regardless of whether
the camera is currently recording video.
Rec RunRec Run The timer only runs while a video is being recorded.
The timer will stop when recording ends and will
continue when the next recording starts.
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Time CodeTime Code
▸ Select ModeMode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
OffOff, Free RunFree Run, Rec RunRec Run)
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START TIME
The start time can be reset manually or can be set to a specific
value if multiple cameras are used for recording. Alternatively, the
current time set in the camera can be specified as the time code.
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Time CodeTime Code
▸ Select Start TimeStart Time
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Reset TimecodeReset Timecode, ManualManual, Camera TimeCamera Time)
The desired start time can be set in the format hour:minute:sec-
ond:frame if
ManualManual is selected.
VIDEO GAMMA
Video gamma can be set to HLG and L-Log or can be deactivated
altogether.
OffOff
Optimization for playback compatible with all screen/
TV devices in compliance with the BT.709 standard.
HLGHLG
Optimization for HDR-capable UHD-TV devices.
L-L ogL- L o g
Optimization for professional reworking, e.g. color
grading.
Factory setting:
OffOff
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Video GammaVideo Gamma
▸ Select the desired setting
(
OffOff, HLGHLG, L- L o gL- Lo g)
HLG SETTINGS
Sharpness and saturation can be set. The factory setting is a
median value
00 in both cases.
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Video GammaVideo Gamma
▸ Select SettingsSettings
▸ Select HLGHLG
▸ Select SharpnessSharpness or SaturationSaturation
▸ Select the desired setting
(
-2-2, -1-1, 00, +1+1, +2+2)
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L-LOG SETTINGS
SHARPNESS
Factory setting:
+2+2
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Video GammaVideo Gamma
▸ Select SettingsSettings
▸ Select L-L ogL- L o g
▸ Select SharpnessSharpness
▸ Select the desired setting
(
-2-2, -1-1, 00, +1+1, +2+2)
LUT PROFILES
Various LUT profiles can be applied as preview when using L-LOG.
Saved recordings remain unaffected.
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Video GammaVideo Gamma
▸ Select SettingsSettings
▸ Select L-L ogL- L o g
▸ Select LUT ProfileLUT Profile
▸ Select the desired setting
(
OffOff, NaturalNatural, ClassicClassic)
OUTPUT WITH LUT
The user can choose to apply the LUT profile for output via HDMI
or in the camera (LCD panel/EVF).
▸ Select Video SettingsVideo Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Video GammaVideo Gamma
▸ Select SettingsSettings
▸ Select L-L ogL- L o g
▸ Select LUT ProfileLUT Profile
▸ Select the desired setting
(
EVF-LCDEVF-LCD, HDMIHDMI)
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VIDEO STABILIZATION
With video recording - in addition to optical stabilization by means
of appropriately equipped lenses - a independent digital stabiliza-
tion function is available that can be used with any lens. This
function is particularly useful in conjunction with lenses that do not
feature an OIS function.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Image StabilizationImage Stabilization in the main menu
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
Note
• The function
Panning ModePanning Mode is permanently set to NormalNormal in video
mode. Camera shake in all directions (horizontal, vertical,
rotational) will be corrected automatically.
HDMI OUTPUT
HDMI output is available with or without audio.
Factory setting:
With AudioWith Audio
▸ Select HDMI OutputHDMI Output in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
With AudioWith Audio, Without AudioWithout Audio)
Note
• An output with audio may result in some negligible delays. We
recommend the setting
Without AudioWithout Audio to avoid this effect (if, for
example HDMI Live View is required for a recording with an
external recorder).
VIDEO ASSIST FUNCTIONS
AF ASSIST LIGHT
The AF assist light could be a visible disturbance in video
recordings and is therefore always without function in video mode,
no matter the setting for
AF assist lightAF assist light.
ACOUSTIC AF CONFIRMATION
You can set an acoustic confirmation signal for successful focus
metering in AF mode.
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Acoustic SignalAcoustic Signal
▸ Select AF ConfirmationAF Confirmation
▸ Select OnOn
▸ Select VolumeVolume
▸ Select LowLow/HighHigh
Note
• The signal only appears during the focusing for a recording, not
during recording.
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VIDEO AUXILIARY DISPLAYS
ASPECT RATIO DISPLAY
The actually recorded aspect ratio depends on the set resolution
(see p.100). It is possible, however, to have colored auxiliary lines
displayed to show other aspect ratios (e.g. 4:3). Multiple auxiliary
lines can be displayed at the same time. No auxiliary lines are
displayed in factory settings.
▸ Select Video Aspect RatioVideo Aspect Ratio in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
1.33:1 (4:3)1.33:1 (4:3), 1.66:1 (5:3)1.66:1 (5:3), 1.78:1 (16:9)1.78:1 (16:9), 1.85:1 (37:20)1.85:1 (37:20), 2.35:12.35:1, 2.40:12.40:1)
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
Notes
• The format limits of a wider aspect ratio (than that of the
recorded video) are indicated by horizontal green lines, those of
a narrower one by vertical red lines.
• The auxiliary lines are labeled with the relevant aspect ratio.
SAFETY AREA
Depending on the playback device used, a small area of the image
borders may be invisible. It is therefore possible to display a “safety
area” in a configurable width. The image is displayed with a
relevantly proportioned frame around the desired image section.
Multiple safety area frames can be displayed at the same time. No
safety area frames are displayed in factory settings.
▸ Select Video Safety AreaVideo Safety Area in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
80%80%, 90%90%, 92.5%92.5%, 95%95%)
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
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PICTURE MODE
The settings described in this chapter only apply for picture mode.
They are therefore part of the picture menu and must always be
accessed and configured from within picture mode (see chapter
“Camera operation” in the section “Menu Control”). Any menu
items of the same name in the video menu are entirely indepen-
dent of these.
Picture data is shown in the top display and on the LCD panel
(EVF). For display settings see p.82. See chapter “Displays” for
details about the various displays.
DRIVE MODE
The functions and settings described in the following generally
refer to the exposure of individual pictures. In addition to single
frame shots, the Leica SL2-S offers a number of other shooting
modes. Please read the relevant sections for information about
functionalities and setting options.
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select the desired function options
Mode Setting options / Variants
Single frame exposure SingleSingle
Serial exposures
(see p.138)
Speed:
–
Continuous - Low SpeedContinuous - Low Speed
– Continuous - Medium SpeedContinuous - Medium Speed
– Continuous - High SpeedContinuous - High Speed
– Continuous - Very High SpeedContinuous - Very High Speed
Interval shooting
(see p.139)
Number of FramesNumber of Frames
Interval between the pictures (IntervalInterval)
Delay time (
CountdownCountdown)
Exposure bracketing
(see p.140)
Number of FramesNumber of Frames (3 or 5)
EV StepsEV Steps
Exposure CompensationExposure Compensation
Multi shot
(see p.142)
Delay time (Self TimerSelf Timer)
Motion artefacts correctionMotion artefacts correction
Self-timer
(see p.143)
Delay time:
–
Self Timer 2 sSelf Timer 2 s
– Self Timer 12 sSelf Timer 12 s
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FOCUSING
Your Leica SL2-S allows automatic as well as manual focusing.
There are 3 operating modes and 4 metering methods available for
AF photography. Only manual setting options are available for MF
lenses.
AF PHOTOGRAPHY
▸ Select the desired AF mode
▸ Position the AF metering field as needed
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
• Focusing occurs one time (AFs) or continuously (AFc).
• Metering was successful: The AF metering field lights up
green.
• Metering was unsuccessful: The AF metering field lights up
red.
• Alternatively, focusing and/or exposure settings can be done
and saved via the joystick (see “Metering memory lock” on
p.134).
▸ Shutter release
MF PHOTOGRAPHY
▸ Select as focus mode MFMF (see p. 117)
▸ Use the focus ring to manually focus on the object
▸ Shutter release
Please read the following chapters for more information.
AUTOFOCUS MODES
The following AF modes are available:
AFsAFs, AFcAFc and Intelligent AFIntelligent AF.
The currently selected AF mode is shown in the header line.
Factory setting:
Intelligent AFIntelligent AF
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Selecting Focus ModeFocus Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Intelligent AFIntelligent AF, AFsAFs, AFcAFc)
INTELLIGENT AF
Suitable for all objects. The camera automatically selects between
AFs and AFc.
AFs (single)
Suitable for objects with little or no movement. Focusing is done
only once and the setting remains as long as the shutter button is
held at the pressure point. That also applies if the AF metering field
is pointed at another object.
AFc (continuous)
Suitable for objects in motion. As long as the shutter button is held
at the 1st pressure point, focusing is continuously adjusted to the
object in the AF metering field.
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AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS
The AF mode offers various metering methods for focusing. A
successful focus setting is identified by a green metering field, an
unsuccessful one is shown in red.
Factory setting:
Multi-FieldMulti-Field
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select AF ModeAF Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Multi-FieldMulti-Field, SpotSpot, FieldField, ZoneZone, TrackingTracking, Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection)
Notes
• AF focusing can be unsuccessful:
– If the distance to the object is too great (macro mode) or too
small
– If the object is not sufficiently illuminated
• Touch AF allows a direct placement of the AF metering field. See
p.80 for more information.
MULTI-FIELD METERING
Several metering fields are detected automatically. This function is
particularly useful for snapshots.
SPOT/FIELD METERING
Both methods detect only those parts of the object that are within
the relevant AF metering fields. The metering fields are indicated
by a small frame (field metering) or a cross (spot metering). The
very small measuring range for spot metering allows focusing on
tiny details of the subject.
The slightly larger measuring range in field metering is less critical
for focusing, but still permits selective metering.
These metering methods can also be used for serial exposures in
which the part of the object you want to focus on will always be at
the same off-center position in the image.
Simply move the AF metering field to another position.
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
or
▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel
(while Touch AF is activated)
Notes
• In both cases, the metering fields remain at their last positions
set, even if the metering method is changed or the camera is
switched off.
• The metering fields are joined together when the exposure
metering method
SpotSpot is combined with the AF metering
methods
SpotSpot, FieldField and ZoneZone. Exposure metering will then occur
at the point specified by the AF metering field, even if it is
moved.
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ZONE
With this metering method, subject sections are recorded with a
coherent group comprising 5x5 fields. This function combines
some security for snapshots with the option of aiming at larger
objects reliably.
Once the setting has been made, the metering fields are displayed
where object sections are displayed in focus.
TRACKING
This field metering variant helps in the capture of moving objects.
The focus on the object in the metering field is continuously
adjusted, once it is detected.
▸ Aim the metering field at the desired object
(by panning the camera shifting the metering field)
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
or
▸ Press and hold the joystick
(provided it was assigned the function
AF-LAF-L or AF-L + AE-LAF-L + AE-L, see
p.134)
• The camera focuses on the object.
▸ Pan the camera to the desired cropped section
• The metering field “tracks” the saved object and focus is
continuously adjusted.
Note
• This metering method focuses continuously, even if the AF mode
AFsAFs was set.
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START POSITION FOR TRACKING
Factory setting:
CenterCenter
You can specify the starting point for tracking.
CenterCenter Center of the screen
Last PositionLast Position Ending position of the most recent tracking
Example:
A car drives thought he picture from left to right.
The picture is taken on the right edge of the
frame. The subsequent measurement is taken at
the right edge of the frame.
RecallRecall Starting position of the most recent tracking
Example:
A car drives thought he picture from left to right.
The picture is taken on the right edge of the
frame. The subsequent measurement is taken at
the left edge of the frame.
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select AF SetupAF Setup
▸ Select AF Tracking Start PositionAF Tracking Start Position
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Last PositionLast Position, RecallRecall, CenterCenter)
PERSON DETECTION
Person detection is an expansion of the face recognition feature. In
addition to biometric patterns of faces, the camera also detects
body patterns and uses them for focusing. Tracking will therefore
continue, once a person is detected and measured, even if the face
may not be in view at some point. This feature prevents inadvertent
“jumps” to other faces if several persons are in the frame.
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AF SETTINGS
AF PROFILES
Factory setting:
Children / PetsChildren / Pets
AF profiles allow optimal adjustments to the autofocus behavior
depending on the type of object. You specify the sensitivity of the
autofocus response to changes in the object.
There are 4 pre-defined AF profiles:
AF Profile Typical situation
Children / PetsChildren / Pets Standard movements
Team sportsTeam sports Fast and unexpected change in direction
RunnerRunner Constant movements
WildlifeWildlife Sudden appearance, change in direction
Each of these profiles contains three parameters: Depth SensitivityDepth Sensitivity,
Field MovementField Movement and Shift in DirectionShift in Direction.
higher values: lower values:
Depth SensitivityDepth Sensitivity
Changes in the distance to the
object are tracked immediately
The adjustment is delayed
slightly to prevent unwanted
focus jumps, should e.g. an
object pass in front of the
object
Field MovementField Movement
In case of movement from
within the active focus field,
the camera will switch as
quickly as possible to the next
focus field
Gradual change to adjacent
focus fields to prevent errors
due to slight movements
Shift in DirectionShift in Direction
The focus will track sudden
changes to the movement of
the object immediately
More robust focusing during
steady movements
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ACCESSING THE ACTIVE PROFILE
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select AF SetupAF Setup
▸ Select AF ProfilesAF Profiles
CHANGING THE ACTIVE PROFILE
▸ Accessing the active profile
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
• The currently selected profile is marked as changeable by red
lettering and two small white triangles on either side.
▸ Press the joystick left/right
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
ADJUSTING THE ACTIVE PROFILE
▸ Accessing the active profile
▸ Select desired parameter
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
▸ Set the desired value
RESETING THE ACTIVE PROFILE
▸ Accessing the active profile
▸ Press the joystick to the right
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
PRE FOCUS
When the function is active, the camera carries out a continuous
depth mapping in realtime before the actual focusing. That allows a
pre-identification of possible focus points in a scene. It speeds up
the autofocus function significantly.
The pre-focus function is compatible with all AF modes and AF
metering methods.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select AF SetupAF Setup
▸ Select Pre FocusPre Focus
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
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AF QUICK SETTING
AF Quick Setting offers the following functions:
– Quick switches of the AF metering methods
– Changing the metering field size (only FieldField and Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection)
Which of the two functions will appear first when accessing AF
quick setting depends on the currently active AF mode.
The screen image will remains visible continuously while settings
are being adjusted.
ACCESSING AF QUICK SETTING
▸ Touch and hold the LCD panel
• All auxiliary displays are hidden.
• Red triangles appear at two corners of the metering field if the
metering method
FieldField/Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection is set.
• In all other AF modes, the AF ModeAF Mode menu bar will be displayed
directly.
ADJUSTING THE METERING FIELD SIZE
(only
FieldField and Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection)
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
or
▸ Two-finger pinch/spread
• The size of the AF-metering field is adjustable in 3 incre-
ments.
CHANGING THE AF METERING METHOD
Should the active AF mode be
FieldField or Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection, then the
user will have to access the
AF ModeAF Mode menu bar first:
▸ Turn the front setting wheel
• The
AF ModeAF Mode menu bar appears.
▸ Select the desired metering method
• Alternatively, you can use the front setting wheel for the
setting.
• The setting is applied automatically after 3seconds, the menu
bar disappears.
Note
• AF Quick Setting can only be accessed if the function
Touch AFTouch AF is
active (see p.80).
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MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS
ENLARGEMENT IN AF MODE
You can access the enlargement function independent of focusing
for a better assessment of the settings.
The
MagnificationMagnification function must be assigned to one of the FN
buttons to use this feature (see p.66).
Assigning the function to one of the FN buttons
▸ See p.66
Accessing the enlargement function
▸ Press the FN button
• An enlarged image section appears. The position of the
enlargement depends on the position of the AF metering field.
• The rectangle within the frame at the top right represents the
current magnification, as well as its position in the displayed
cropped section.
• The enlargement starts at the 1st of 3 enlargement incre-
ments.
Adjusting the enlargement function
▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front setting wheel
• The image section toggles between magnification factors.
Changing the position of the enlarged section
▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged
cropped section
or
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Exiting the enlargement function
▸ Tap the shutter button
Notes
• The enlargement function remains active until it is exited.
• The most recently magnification function will still be active the
next time the feature is accessed.
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AF ASSIST LIGHT
The integrated AF assist light allows operation of the AF system in
unfavorable lighting conditions. This light comes on as soon as the
shutter button is pressed, provided the function is activated.
See p.96 for settings.
ACOUSTIC AF CONFIRMATION
You can set an acoustic confirmation signal for successful focus
metering in AF mode (see p. 77).
MANUAL FOCUSING (MF)
Focusing manually may in some situations be a better choice than
autofocus.
– the same setting is used for several exposures
– it would take longer to use the metering memory lock function
– the setting is to be kept at infinity for landscape pictures
– poor, i.e. very dark lighting conditions prevent AF operation or
would slow it down
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Selecting Focus ModeFocus Mode
▸ Select MFMF
▸ Turn the focus ring until the desired part of the object is in clear
focus
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PERSONALIZED LENS SETTINGS
Factory setting:
Standard MFStandard MF
The speed of the MF setting is adjustable. Example: for a setting to
90°90°, the entire focus range will be run through when the focus
setting ring is turned by one quarter. A full turn of the focus setting
ring will be needed for a setting to
360°360°. Smaller angles allow faster
adjustments, while larger angles offer more precise settings. A
setting to
MaximumMaximum offers the highest precision.
Unlike the permanent settings, a setting to
Standard MFStandard MF will result in
a non-linear dependency of rotation angle and focus setting. With
slow and constant rotation speed, the focus setting will undergo a
linear change. The focus position will, however, change significantly
faster (e.g. from very close to infinity) with a quick rotation, while
the rotation angle remains the same.
The settings
Standard MFStandard MF and MaximumMaximum are highly lens-dependent.
MaximumMaximum may, for example, mean a rotation angle of 360° or 720°.
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select MF SetupMF Setup
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Standard MFStandard MF, 90°90°, 120°120°, 150°150°, 180°180°, 210°210°, 240°240°, 270°270°, 300°300°, 330°330°, 360°360°,
MaximumMaximum)
MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS
The following assist functions are available in MF mode.
FOCUS PEAKING
This assist function highlights the edges of in focus subject
elements in color.
When Focus Peaking is activated, will appear to the right of the
frame with a display of the color used. The color can be user-speci-
fied. The sensitivity can be additionally adjusted. The activation of
this function is controlled vis the info profiles (see p.82).
▸ Activate the function
▸ Turn the focus ring to mark the desired subject elements
Note
• Focus peaking is based on subject contrast, i.e. differences
between light and dark. As a result, high contrast subject
elements could be marked, even if they are not completely in
focus.
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ENLARGEMENT IN MF MODE
The larger the details of the subject are shown, the better you can
assess their sharpness and the more accurately you can focus.
This function can be automatically activated during manual
focusing or can be accessed independently.
ACCESS VIA THE FOCUS RING
Turning the focus ring will automatically enlarge a image section.
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select Focus AssistFocus Assist
▸ Select Auto MagnificationAuto Magnification
▸ Select OnOn
▸ Turn the focus ring
• An enlarged image section appears. The position of the
enlargement depends on the position of the AF metering field.
• The rectangle within the frame at the top right represents the
current magnification, as well as its position in the displayed
cropped section.
• The enlargement starts at the 1st of 3 enlargement incre-
ments.
Adjusting the enlargement function
▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front setting wheel
Changing the position of the enlarged section
▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged
cropped section
or
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Exiting the enlargement function
▸ Tap the shutter button
or
▸ Decrease the enlargement, until the full image is visible again
Note
• The enlargement will automatically return to normal viewing size
about 5s after the last turn of the focus ring.
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ACCESSING WITH THE FN BUTTON/JOYSTICK
This function can be assigned to an FN button or the joystick.
Assigning the function to one of the FN buttons
▸ See p.66
Assigning the function to the joystick
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select JoystickJoystick
▸ Select MagnificationMagnification
Accessing the enlargement function
▸ Press FN button/joystick
• An enlarged image section appears. The position of the
enlargement depends on the position of the AF metering field.
• The rectangle within the frame at the top right represents the
current magnification, as well as its position in the displayed
cropped section.
• The enlargement starts at the 1st of 3 enlargement incre-
ments.
Adjusting the enlargement function
▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front setting wheel
Changing the position of the enlarged section
▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged
cropped section
or
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Exiting the enlargement function
▸ Tap the shutter button
Note
• The enlargement function remains active until it is exited.
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DISTANCE DISPLAY
Distance information is shown in the top display during manual
focusing.
– Focus Mode MF: when the shutter button is pressed to the first
pressure point
– Focus Mode AF: when the shutter button is pressed and held at
the first pressure point, followed by a turning of the focus ring
The unit of measure (
mm or ftft) can be selected, see p.73.
Note
• The focus distance is estimated based on the focus position
transmitted by the lens.
USING AUTOFOCUS IN MF MODE
The joystick can be used as needed for automatic focusing. The AF
modes AFs and AFc are available.
You can also concurrently carry out exposure metering and save
the resulting value (see p.134).
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select JoystickJoystick
▸ Select MF ModeMF Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
AFsAFs, AFs + AE-LAFs + AE-L, AFcAFc, AFc + AE-LAFc + AE-L)
The metering functions are distributed as follows while the joystick
is pressed and held:
Menu settings Joystick Shutter button
AFs + AE-LAFs + AE-L
AFc + AE-LAFc + AE-L
Exposure and focus –
AFsAFs
AFcAFc
Sharpness Exposure
▸ Aim at the object
▸ Press and hold the joystick
• The measurement is taken and saved.
▸ Store more measurements via the shutter button as needed
▸ Select the final image section
▸ Shutter release
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ISO SENSITIVITY
The ISO setting covers a range between ISO 50 and ISO 100 000,
allowing you to adapt to the relevant situation as required.
There is more leeway for the use of preferred shutter speed and
aperture combinations when setting the exposure manually. You
can set priorities within the scope of the automatic setting, e.g. for
reasons of picture composition.
Factory setting:
Auto ISOAuto ISO
FIXED ISO VALUES
Values between ISO 50 and ISO 100 000 can be selected in 12
increments.
▸ Select ISOISO in the main menu
▸ Select the desired value
Note
• When high ISO values are used or the image is edited later,
image noise, as well as vertical and horizontal stripes may
become visible, particularly in larger, evenly lit areas of the
object.
AUTOMATIC SETTING
The camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity to ambient
brightness and/or to the configured shutter speed/aperture
settings combination. In conjunction with aperture priority mode,
this function extends the range for automatic exposure control.
▸ Select ISOISO in the main menu
▸ Select Auto ISOAuto ISO
LIMITING SETTING RANGES
A max. ISO value can be set, which will then limit the automatic
setting range (
Maximum ISOMaximum ISO). A max. exposure time can also
optionally be configured. There are automatic settings and fixed
max. shutter speeds
1/21/2s and 1/20001/2000s available for that purpose.
Separate settings are available for flash photography.
LIMITING ISO VALUES
All values from ISO 100 are available.
Factory setting:
64006400
▸ Select Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Maximum ISOMaximum ISO
▸ Select the desired value
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LIMITING SHUTTER SPEED RANGES
Factory setting:
AutoAuto
▸ Select Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Shutter Speed LimitShutter Speed Limit
▸ Select the desired value
(
AutoAuto, 1/20001/2000, 1/10001/1000, 1/5001/500, 1/2501/250, 1/1251/125, 1/601/60, 1/301/30, 1/151/15, 1/81/8, 1/41/4, 1/21/2)
LIMITING ISO VALUES (FLASH)
All values from ISO 100 are available.
Factory setting:
64006400
▸ Select Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Maximum ISO with FlashMaximum ISO with Flash
▸ Select the desired value
LIMITING SHUTTER SPEED RANGES (FLASH)
Factory setting:
1/151/15
▸ Select Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Shutter Speed Limit with FlashShutter Speed Limit with Flash
▸ Select the desired value
(
AutoAuto, 1/2501/250, 1/1251/125, 1/601/60, 1/301/30, 1/151/15, 1/81/8, 1/41/4, 1/21/2)
FLOATING ISO
This function complements Auto ISO. Light strength changes with
many zoom lenses when the focal length is changed. Floating ISO
will in this situation adjust the sensitivity in fine graduations and will
simultaneously ensure that the selected settings of exposure value
and shutter speed remain constant in (semi) automatic exposure
modes. This will specifically in video recordings prevent visible
jumps in brightness.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Floating ISOFloating ISO in the main menu
▸ Select OnOn
Note
•
Floating ISOFloating ISO can work only if the original ISO setting allows scope
for change, i.e. the highest/lowest ISO setting is not already
being used. The
Floating ISOFloating ISO warning icon will be displayed in that
case.
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WHITE BALANCE
In digital photography, White Balance ensures neutral color
rendering in any light. White Balance relies on the setting made in
the camera, which light color is to be rendered as 'white'.
Four methods are available:
– automatic control
– fixed presets
– manual setting via metering
– direct setting of the color temperature
Factory setting:
AutoAuto
AUTOMATIC CONTROL/FIXED SETTINGS
–
AutoAuto: for automatic control, which delivers neutral results in
most situations
– Various fixed presets for most frequently encountered light
sources:
DaylightDaylight
for outdoor pictures in sunlight
CloudyCloudy
for outdoor pictures in cloudy
conditions
ShadowShadow
for outdoor pictures with the main
subject in shadow
TungstenTungsten
for indoor pictures with (predominant-
ly) incandescent lamp light
HMIHMI
for indoor pictures with (predominant-
ly) light from metal halide lamps
Fluorescent (warm)Fluorescent (warm)
for indoor pictures with (prevailing)
light from fluorescent tubes with
warm light color
Fluorescent (cool)Fluorescent (cool)
for indoor pictures with (prevailing)
light from fluorescent tubes with cool
light color
FlashFlash
for flash photography
▸ Select White BalanceWhite Balance in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
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MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING
(
GraycardGraycard/ Graycard Live ViewGraycard Live View)
The variant
GraycardGraycard is suited best for subjects in which you can
clearly identify a neutral gray or pure white area. If not, or should
you base your metering on an off-center detail, then
Graycard Live ViewGraycard Live View will be a better choice.
Note
• A value configured using this method will remain unchanged (i.e.
it will be used for all subsequent photographs) until new
measurements are taken or one of the other white balance
settings is selected.
GRAY CARD
This metering variant captures all color hues in the metering field
and uses these to calculate a mean gray value.
▸ Select White BalanceWhite Balance in the main menu
▸ Select GraycardGraycard
• The following appears on the LCD panel:
– the image based on automatic white balance
– a frame in the center of the image
▸ Aim the metering field at a white or neutral gray area
• The screen image changes dynamically in line with the
reference area in the frame.
Taking measurements
▸ Shutter release
or
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
• The measurement is taken.
Canceling the measurement
▸ Press the FN button (25)
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GRAY CARD LIVE VIEW
This metering variant captures only the color hue metered within
the metering field and calculates the mean gray value from it.
▸ Select White BalanceWhite Balance in the main menu
▸ Select Graycard Live ViewGraycard Live View
• The following appears on the LCD panel:
– the image based on automatic white balance
– cross in the center of the image
▸ Aim the metering field at a white or neutral gray area
Moving the metering field
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Taking measurements
▸ Shutter release
or
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
• The measurement is taken.
Canceling the measurement
▸ Press the FN button (25)
DIRECT SETTING OF THE COLOR TEMPERATURE
Values between 2000 and 11,500K (Kelvin) can be set directly.
That gives you a very wide range, which covers virtually all color
temperatures occurring in real life and within which you can adapt
color rendering to any light color and your personal preferences
with incredible detail.
▸ Select White BalanceWhite Balance in the main menu
▸ Select Color TemperatureColor Temperature
▸ Select the desired value
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EXPOSURE
The exposure setting is done dynamically via the two setting
wheels. As a rule, the thumbwheel controls the aperture and the
front setting wheel the shutter speed. The “free” setting wheel is
used for quick access to exposure compensation during semi
automatic exposure setting. Function assignments can be
modified, see p.67.
Exposure settings can be done quickly and easily via the status
screen.
▸ Briefly touch the desired control panel
• The active control panel is highlighted in red.
• A setting band appears instead of the light balance. A dot
marks the current setting. The current setting value is
displayed above the dot.
▸ Tap the setting band briefly in the desired position or drag the
dot to the desired position
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EXPOSURE METERING METHODS
Optional methods are Spot metering, Center-Weighted and
Multi-Field metering.
Factory setting:
Multi-FieldMulti-Field
SPOT METERING –
This metering method is concentrated exclusively on a small area
in the center of the image. The metering fields are joined together
when the exposure metering method
SpotSpot is combined with the AF
metering methods
SpotSpot, FieldField and ZoneZone. Exposure metering will then
occur at the point specified by the AF metering field, even if it is
moved.
CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING –
This method considers the entire image field. The subject elements
captured in the center will, however, impact on the calculation of
the exposure value more so than areas around the edges.
MULTI-FIELD METERING –
This metering method is based on the detection of multiple values.
These values are used in an algorithm to calculate an exposure
value appropriate for a good rendering of the assumed main
subject.
▸ Select Exposure MeteringExposure Metering in the main menu
▸ Select the desired metering method
(
SpotSpot, Center-WeightedCenter-Weighted, Multi-FieldMulti-Field)
• The selected metering method is displayed in the header line
of the screen image.
Spot metering allows a shifting of the metering field:
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Notes
• The exposure information (ISO value, aperture, shutter speed
and light balance with exposure compensation scale) will help to
determine the settings required for correct exposure.
• The most important displays (ISO value, aperture and shutter
speed) will also appear in the top display.
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EXPOSURE MODES
There are four exposure modes available to adjust the rendering of
the object or to create the desired picture composition:
– Automatic program (P)
– Aperture priority mode (A)
– Shutter speed priority mode (S)
– Manual setting (M)
SELECTING A MODE
Via the thumbwheel
▸ Press the thumbwheel
• The currently selected mode is shown in the top display. The
currently selected mode is marked in red on screen.
▸ Turn the thumbwheel to select the desired mode
• The mode display changes in the top display and on screen.
All modes can be reached by turning the wheel in either
direction.
• The selected mode will be applied automatically approx. 2s
after the thumbwheel is moved the last time.
To apply the selected mode immediately
▸ Press the thumbwheel / the joystick
or
▸ Tap the shutter button
Via the status screen
▸ Touch the control panel briefly
▸ Tap the desired exposure mode
Note
• When using a lens with an aperture setting ring (e.g. Leica M
lenses), only the exposure modes A (aperture priority) and M
(manual setting) will be available. Where that is the case,
F0.0F0.0 is
displayed as the aperture value.
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FULLY AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – P
AUTOMATIC PROGRAM – P
The automatic program mode facilitates fast and fully automatic
photography. The exposure is controlled by an automatic shutter
speed and aperture setting.
▸ Selecting the operating mode P (see p. 129)
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
• Exposure information is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
This contains the automatically set value pair of aperture
setting and shutter speed.
• All other visible displays of the info bars will be hidden.
▸ Shutter release
or
▸ Adjusting the automatically set value pair
(Program shift)
CHANGING THE PRESET SHUTTER SPEED AND APERTURE
COMBINATIONS (SHIFT)
Changing the preset values using the Shift function combines the
reliability and speed of fully automatic exposure control with the
opportunity to vary the speed/aperture combination selected by
the camera at any time to fit in with your own ideas and intentions.
The overall exposure, i.e. the brightness of the image, remains
unchanged. Faster shutter speeds are a good choice for e.g. sports
pictures, while longer speeds will offer more depth of field for e.g.
landscape pictures.
▸ Turn the thumbwheel to the left/right
(right = greater depth of field with slower shutter speeds, left =
faster shutter speeds with lesser depth of field)
• Shifted value pairs are marked with an asterisk next to the
PP.
The icon in the top display changes from P to Ps.
Note
• The adjustment range is limited to guarantee correct exposure.
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SEMI-AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – A/S
APERTURE PRIORITY - A
Aperture priority mode sets the exposure automatically according
to the manually selected aperture. This mode is suitable for
pictures in which the depth of field is a critical compositional
element.
By selecting an appropriately low exposure value, you can reduce
the depth of field range, for example to make a face “stand out” in
sharp focus against an unimportant or distracting background for a
portrait. Conversely, you can use a higher exposure value to
increase the depth of field range, so that everything from the
foreground to the background will be in full focus in a landscape
shot.
▸ Select the operating mode A (see p. 129)
▸ Set the desired exposure value
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
• Exposure information is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
This contains the automatically set value pair of aperture
setting and shutter speed.
• All other visible displays of the info bars will be hidden.
▸ Shutter release
Note
• The remaining exposure time after shutter release is counted
down in seconds on the display for shutter speeds greater than
2s.
SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY – S
Shutter speed priority mode will set exposure automatically accord-
ing to the manually selected shutter speed. It is therefore
particularly suitable for pictures of moving objects, where the
sharpness of the movement depicted is a critical picture composi-
tion element.
An appropriately fast shutter speed can help to avoid e.g.
unwanted motion blurring and will “freeze” the object. Conversely,
an appropriately longer shutter speed can help create a better
feeling of motion in the image with targeted “tracer effects”.
▸ Select the operating mode S (see p. 129)
▸ Select the desired shutter speed
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
• Exposure information is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
This contains the automatically set value pair of aperture
setting and shutter speed.
• All other visible displays of the info bars will be hidden.
▸ Shutter release
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MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING – M
The following manual settings for shutter speed and aperture are a
good choice:
– to create a special image mood that can only be achieved with a
very specific type of exposure
– to ensure a perfectly identical exposure for multiple images with
different cropped sections
▸ Select the operating mode M (see p. 129)
▸ Select desired exposure
• The exposure compensation is done using the scale of the
light balance.
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
• Exposure information is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
• All other visible displays of the info bars will be hidden.
▸ Shutter release
Displays on the light balance:
Correct exposure
Under/overexposure by the displayed value
Under or overexposure by more than 3EV
(Exposure Value)
Note
• The screen image will show an exposure preview if
P-A-S-MP-A-S-M is
selected in the menu item
Exposure PreviewExposure Preview (after exposure
metering, see p.134).
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LONG-TERM EXPOSURE
FIXED SHUTTER SPEEDS
In the modes S and M, the LeicaSL2-S allows shutter speeds up to
30 minutes. The remaining exposure time after shutter release is
counted down in seconds on the display for shutter speeds greater
than 1s.
B FUNCTION
Using the Bulb setting in M mode will leave the shutter open as
long as the shutter button remains pressed (max. 30min;
depending on ISO setting).
▸ Select the operating mode M (see p. 129)
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in clockwise direction until BB is
displayed as the shutter speed
Note
• Image noise becomes more apparent when using higher
sensitivities, particularly on uniform dark areas. Long exposure
times may cause severe image noise. In order to reduce this
annoying phenomenon, the camera will take a second “black
picture” (taken with the shutter closed) automatically after a
shooting with slow shutter speed and high ISO value. The noise
metered in this parallel picture is then digitally “subtracted” from
the data for the actual picture. In such cases the message
Noise reduction in progressNoise reduction in progress will appear with a relevant time value.
The doubling of the “exposure” time must be taken into account
for long-term exposure times. The camera must not be switched
off during that time.
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EXPOSURE CONTROL
EXPOSURE PREVIEW
The brightness of the screen image mirrors the effects of the
selected exposure settings when pressing and holding the shutter
button on the first pressure point. You can now assess and control
the effect of the relevant exposure setting on the image before
taking the picture. This will apply as long as the subject brightness
and the set exposure don’t result in excessively low or high
brightness values.
This function can be disabled for the manual exposure setting (M).
Factory setting:
P-A-S-MP-A-S-M
▸ Select Exposure PreviewExposure Preview in the main menu
▸ Select P-A-SP-A-S (only in automatic, aperture priority and shutter
speed priority mode) or
P-A-S-MP-A-S-M (also for manual setting)
Notes
• Depending on ambient lighting conditions, the brightness of the
screen image may differ from that of the actual pictures, despite
the settings described above. The screen image will appear
considerably darker than the – correctly exposed – picture. That
is particularly the case in long-term exposures.
• The exposure preview will also be displayed if exposure metering
is done via another control element (e.g. using the joystick,
provided is was assigned the
AE-LAE-L function).
EXPOSURE LOCK
We often want to arrange important subject elements outside the
center of the picture for reasons of picture composition and these
elements may sometimes be very bright or very dark. Cen-
ter-weighted metering and spot metering, however, mainly capture
an area in the center of the image and are calibrated to an average
gray scale value.
In that case the metering memory lock initially allows a metering of
the main object and to store the relevant settings until the final
image section is set. The same applies for focusing (AF-L) in any
autofocus mode.
Usually both lock functions (focusing and exposure) are done at
the same time with the shutter button. You can, however, divide the
lock functions between the shutter button and the joystick or
assign both to the joystick. The functions include settings and
storage.
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AE-L (AUTO EXPOSURE LOCK)
The camera stores the exposure value. The focus can therefore be
set on another object, no matter which exposure value is selected.
AF-L (AUTO FOCUS LOCK)
The camera stores the focus setting. That makes it easier to
change the image section when focusing is fixed.
AE-L/AF-L
This option allows the camera to store the exposure value and the
focus setting when the joystick is pressed and held.
Notes
• A metering memory lock doesn’t make much sense in conjunc-
tion with multi-field metering, because a targeted capture of an
individual object element will not be possible.
• A change in the aperture setting after the metering memory lock
is set will not result in an adjustment of the shutter speed, i.e.
the end result would be an incorrect exposure.
METERING MEMORY LOCK IN AF MODE
The metering functions are distributed as follows while the joystick
is pressed and held:
Menu settings Joystick Shutter button
AF-L + AE-LAF-L + AE-L Exposure and focus No function
AF-LAF-L Sharpness Exposure
AE-LAE-L Exposure Sharpness
The shutter button will store both measured values if the joystick is
not pressed.
Via the shutter button
▸ Aim at the key part of the object or at a similar detail
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
• The measurement is taken and saved.
▸ Pan the camera to capture the final image section while keeping
the shutter button pressed
▸ Shutter release
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Via the Joystick
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select JoystickJoystick
▸ Select AF ModeAF Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
▸ Press and hold the joystick
• The measurement is taken and saved.
▸ Store more measurements via the shutter button as needed
▸ Select the final image section
▸ Shutter release
METERING MEMORY LOCK IN MF MODE
In MF mode, only the exposure can be locked via the shutter
button. This function can also be assigned to the joystick.
The exposure value is saved via the shutter button independent of
the setting if the joystick is not pressed.
Via the shutter button
▸ Aim at the key part of the object or at a similar detail
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
• The measurement is taken and saved.
▸ Select the final image section
▸ Shutter release
Via the Joystick
▸ Select Customize ControlCustomize Control in the main menu
▸ Select JoystickJoystick
▸ Select MF ModeMF Mode
▸ Select AE-LAE-L
▸ Press and hold the joystick
• The measurement is taken and saved.
▸ Select the final image section
▸ Shutter release
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EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
Exposure meters are calibrated for a medium gray scale value,
which matches a standard, i.e. average image object. Should the
measured image detail not fulfill that requirement, then the a
relevant exposure compensation can be effected.
Specifically where several pictures are taken in sequence, for
example if for a series a slightly lesser or greater exposure is
desired for a particular reason, then exposure compensation can
be a very useful function: Once set, the setting remains active
– unlike the metering memory lock – until it is reset.
Exposure compensation values can be set in the range ±3 EV (EV:
Exposure Value). The available values depend on the global setting
EV IncrementEV Increment (see p.81).
A
A
Set compensation value (marks at 0 = Off)
Using thumbwheel control
This function is assigned to one of the setting wheels in the three
(semi) automatic exposure modes and therefore quickly accessible
(see p.67).
Using menu control
▸ Select Exposure CompensationExposure Compensation in the main menu
• A scale appears as a submenu item on the LCD panel.
▸ Set the value on the scale
• The set value is displayed above the scale.
• While setting the value, you can see the effect on the screen
image, which becomes darker or lighter.
Notes
• The following applies for set compensation values, no matter
how they were initially set: They remain effective until they are
manually reset to
00, i.e. even if the camera is switched off and
on again in the meantime.
• The set exposure compensation is indicated by a mark on the
exposure compensation scale in the footer line.
• Changes to the
EV IncrementEV Increment setting (see p. 81) lead to the
cancellation of a compensation that has been set, i.e. in such
cases it is automatically reset to
00.
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SHOOTING MODES
SERIAL SHOOTING
The camera is set to single shot by default (
SingleSingle). Serial shooting
can also be created to e.g. capture motion sequences at various
stages.
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Continuous - Low SpeedContinuous - Low Speed, Continuous - Medium SpeedContinuous - Medium Speed,
Continuous - High SpeedContinuous - High Speed, Continuous - Very High SpeedContinuous - Very High Speed)
Once you have finalized your settings, the camera will take serial
exposures as long as you keep the shutter button pressed down
fully (and you have sufficient space on your memory card).
Notes
• We recommend deactivating the preview review mode
(
Auto ReviewAuto Review) when using this function.
• The specified picture sequence stated in the technical
information refers to a default setting (
ISO 200ISO 200, JPG format L-JPGL-JPG).
The picture sequence may differ in conjunction with other
settings or depending on the picture content,
White BalanceWhite Balance
setting and the memory card used.
• Regardless of how many pictures were taken in a series, the last
picture in the series or the last picture saved on the memory
card while the save process is ongoing will be displayed first in
both review modes.
• Serial exposures are not possible if a flash is used. Only a single
picture will be taken if the flash function is activated.
• Serial exposures are not available in combination with the
self-timer function.
• The buffer memory of the camera only allows a limited number
of exposures in series and in the selected exposure frequency.
The exposure frequency is reduced, once the capacity limit of
the camera's buffer memory is reached. This slow-down is due
to the time required to transfer the data from the buffer memory
to the card. The remaining number of exposures is displayed at
the bottom right.
•
Continuous - Low SpeedContinuous - Low Speed/Continuous - Medium SpeedContinuous - Medium Speed:
For the modes
AFsAFs, AFcAFc and MFMF, the exposure and white balance
settings are done individually for every shooting. Focusing is
done additionally in the modes
AFsAFs and AFcAFc.
•
Continuous - High SpeedContinuous - High Speed/Continuous -Very High SpeedContinuous -Very High Speed:
In the modes
AFsAFs, AFcAFc and MFMF the exposure, focus and white
balance settings specified for the first shooting will be applied to
all subsequent shootings.
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INTERVAL SHOOTING
This camera allows you to capture motion sequences over
extended periods of time automatically using the interval shooting
function. You specify the number of pictures, the intervals between
pictures, and the start time of the series.
The exposure and focus settings are no different from those for
normal pictures, but you should remember that the lighting
conditions may change during the course of the picture series.
SPECIFYING THE NUMBER OF PICTURES
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select Interval ShootingInterval Shooting
▸ Select Number of FramesNumber of Frames
▸ Enter the desired value
SPECIFYING THE INTERVALS BETWEEN SHOTS
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select Interval ShootingInterval Shooting
▸ Select IntervalInterval
▸ Enter the desired value
SETTING THE DELAY TIME
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select Interval ShootingInterval Shooting
▸ Select CountdownCountdown
▸ Enter the desired value
To get started
▸ Press the shutter button
• The remaining time until the next exposure and its number is
displayed at the top right.
• The camera will switch off automatically between shootings.
Tapping the shutter button reactivates the camera.
To cancel a running serial exposure
▸ Press the joystick
• A small menu appears.
▸ Select EndEnd
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Notes
• The use of autofocus in interval shooting may result in not all
exposures having their focus on the same object.
• Interval shooting over an extended period of time in a cold
location or in a place with high temperature and humidity may
result in malfunctions.
• Interval shooting will be interrupted or canceled in the following
situations:
– if the battery is depleted
– if the camera is switched off
Make sure to check the battery for sufficient charge.
• Interrupted or canceled interval shooting can be resumed by
switching the camera off, replacing the battery or memory card
as needed and then switching the camera back on. A prompt will
be displayed on screen if the camera is switched off and on
again while the
Interval ShootingInterval Shooting shooting function is active.
• The interval function remains active after a picture series is
completed, and also after the camera is switched off and on
again, until another exposure mode (Drive Mode) is set.
• Availability of the interval function does not mean that the
camera is suitable for use as a monitoring device.
• Regardless of how many pictures were taken in a series, the last
picture in the series or the last picture in the series or the last
picture saved on the memory card while the saving process is
ongoing will be displayed first in both review modes.
• The pictures of an interval shoot are marked with
in review
mode.
• The camera may under some circumstances be unable to take
good pictures. That may happen if, for example, focusing was
unsuccessful. In that case, the camera will not take a picture
and the series will continue with the next interval. The message
Some Frames are droppedSome Frames are dropped appears on screen.
EXPOSURE BRACKETING
Many attractive objects are rich in contrast, which means they
have very bright and very dark areas. The image effect can be
dramatically different, depending on which of these areas you
choose to align your exposure with. The automatic bracketing
function in aperture priority mode allows you to produce several
alternatives with graduated exposure values and varying shutter
speeds. You can then select the picture you like best or use
relevant picture editing software to calculate an image with a
particularly broad contrast spectrum (HDR).
A
B
C
D
E
A
Number of pictures
B
Exposure difference between the pictures
C
Exposure compensation
D
Light value scale
E
Exposure values of the images marked in red
(The scale will be offset by the relevant value if exposure
compensation is set concurrently.)
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You can select the desired number of exposures (3 or 5). The
exposure difference, which can be set via
EV StepsEV Steps, can be up to
3EV. The available values depend on the global setting
EV IncrementEV Increment (see p.81).
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select Exposure BracketingExposure Bracketing
▸ Select the desired number of pictures under Number of FramesNumber of Frames in
the submenu
▸ Select the desired exposure offset under EV StepsEV Steps in the
submenu
▸ Select the desired Exposure CompensationExposure Compensation value in the submenu
• The marked exposure values change positions according to
the settings selected. In the case of exposure compensation,
the scale also shifts.
• The selected exposure compensation value will be applied to
the entire exposure series.
▸ Shutter release
Notes
•
Appears on the LCD panel if the bracketing function is
activated. You can watch the effect of the function on screen
while the pictures are taken (brighter or darker).
• Depending on the exposure mode, the exposure gradations are
produced by changing the shutter speed and/or aperture value:
– Shutter speed (A/M)
– Aperture (S)
– Shutter speed and aperture value (P)
• The picture sequence: underexposure/correct exposure/
overexposure.
• The working range for automatic bracketing may be limited
depending on the available shutter speed/aperture combination.
• With automatic ISO sensitivity control enabled, the sensitivity
calculated by the camera automatically for the raw picture will
also be applied to all other pictures in a series, i.e. the ISO value
will not change during bracketing. This may mean that the
slowest shutter speed specified under
Shutter Speed LimitShutter Speed Limit is
exceeded.
• The focus range for automatic bracketing may be limited
(depending on the originally set shutter speed). The specified
numbers of shootings will be taken regardless. Several shootings
in a series may consequently have the same exposure values.
• The function remains active until another function is selected in
the
Drive ModeDrive Mode submenu. If no other function is selected, another
series of pictures is taken each time the shutter button is
pressed.
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MULTI SHOT SHOOTING
In multi shot mode, up to 8individual pictures are taken with a very
small offset. To do so, the sensor is moved minimally between the
individual exposures (by less than a pixel width). The individual
images are then merged into a single shooting with extremely high
resolution (96MP) and a standard size DNG recording is addition-
ally saved.
Multi shot shootings are highly sensitive to camera shake. It is
therefore recommended to place the camera on a tripod.
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select Multi-ShotMulti-Shot
SETTING THE DELAY TIME
Factory setting:
2 s2 s
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select Multi-ShotMulti-Shot
▸ Select Self TimerSelf Timer
▸ Select the desired setting
(
OffOff, 2 s2 s, 12 s12 s)
MOTION ARTEFACTS CORRECTION
As multiple shootings are taken in series, any movement in the
frame can result in ghost images. These artefacts are automatically
corrected in factory settings. This function can also be deactivated
to increase camera performance.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select Multi-ShotMulti-Shot
▸ Select Motion artefacts correctionMotion artefacts correction
▸ Select OnOn/OffOff
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Notes
• A multi shot shooting will not be created if motion artefacts
correction fails. The "standard" DNG recording will, however,
remain intact.
• A deactivation of the motion artefacts correction can further
improve image sharpness for completely immobile objects.
• This function is not available in conjunction with APS-C lenses
and in some cases with some lenses attached via adapter.
• The following limitations apply when using
Multi-ShotMulti-Shot: Exposure
time ≤ 1s, exposure value ≤ F16, ISO value ≤ 3200.
• The electronic shutter function is always used for multi shot
shooting. The multi shot function remains deactivated when the
Shutter TypeShutter Type is set to MechanicalMechanical.
• Multi shot shooting are not possible if a flash is used.
• The multi shot function creates very large image files. Sufficient
storage space on the memory card is essential.
• The message
Vibration detectedVibration detected appears in the display if the cam-
era-internal sensors detect movement.
Ensure a robust, level surface.Ensure a robust, level surface.
SELF-TIMER
The self-timer function allows taking pictures with a preset time
delay. We recommend that the camera is placed on a tripod.
▸ Select Drive ModeDrive Mode in the main menu
▸ Select Self Timer 2 sSelf Timer 2 s/Self Timer 12 sSelf Timer 12 s
▸ Shutter release
• The remaining time until exposure is counted down on screen.
The self-timer LED at the front of the camera counts down the
delay time. It flashes slowly during the first 10s, then fast for
the last 2s.
• The self-timer delay time can be canceled at any time by
taping the shutter button; the relevant settings remain intact.
Notes
• Exposure metering is done first; in autofocus mode, focusing is
first. Only then will the delay time commence.
• The self-timer function is only available for individual shootings.
• The function remains active until another function is selected in
the
Drive ModeDrive Mode submenu.
Picture Mode
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FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
The camera determines the necessary flash intensity by firing one
or more pre-flashes before taking the actual picture. The main flash
fires immediately after, i.e. during exposure. All factors influencing
exposure (e.g. filters, aperture settings, distance to the main
subject, reflective ceilings, etc.) are automatically considered.
COMPATIBLE FLASH UNITS
The entire scope of functions described in this instruction manual,
incl. TTL flash metering, is available only for Leica system flash
units like the SF40. Other flash units, which only have a positive
middle contact, can be safely fired via the Leica SL2-S, but cannot
be controlled via the camera. Correct function cannot be
guaranteed when using any other flash unit.
Note
• When using flash units that are not specifically designed for the
camera and can therefore not automatically switch over the
white balance of the camera should be used in the
flash
setting.
Important
• The use of incompatible flash units with your LeicaSL2-S may
result in irreparable damage to the camera and/or the flash unit.
Notes
• A flash unit that is not ready to flash may cause incorrect
exposures or error messages.
• Studio flash systems may have a very long flash firing duration. It
may therefore be advantageous to select a slower shutter speed
than 1⁄180s when using such a system. The same applies for
RF-controlled flash firing for so-called “off-camera” flashes, as
the transmission time may cause a delay.
• Serial exposures and automatic bracketing with flash are not
available.
• Multi shot shooting are not possible if a flash is used.
• Use a tripod to prevent blurring at slow shutter speeds.
Alternatively, you can select a higher sensitivity.
• Depending on the setting selected in the
Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings menu,
the camera may not support slower shutter speeds, because an
increase in ISO sensitivity takes priority.
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ATTACHING THE FLASH UNIT
▸ Switch off the camera and flash unit
▸ Slide the foot of the flash unit all the way into the accessory
shoe and use the clamping nut (where available) to secure it
against accidental movement
• Movement inside the accessory shoe can interrupt required
contacts and therefore cause malfunctions.
DETACHING THE FLASH UNIT
▸ Switch off the camera and flash unit
▸ Detaching the flash unit
FLASH EXPOSURE METERING (TTL METERING)
The camera offers a fully automated, camera-controlled flash mode
in conjunction with system-compatible flash units (see p. 144)
and for the auto modes aperture priority and manual setting.
In aperture priority mode and with manual setting, the camera
furthermore allows the use of other interesting flash techniques
like flash synchronization and firing with slower shutter speeds than
the max. sync time.
The camera additionally communicates the sensitivity setting to the
flash unit. The flash unit can use this information to automatically
adjust its range data, provided the device comes with these
displays and the aperture setting selected on the lens is also
entered manually on the flash unit. The ISO sensitivity setting
cannot be altered via the flash unit on system-compatible units,
because the information is received from the camera.
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SETTINGS ON THE FLASH UNIT
Operating mode
TTL
Automatic control by the camera
A
SF40, SF60:
Automatic camera control, no flash exposure compen-
sation
SF58, SF64:
Control via the flash unit using a built-in exposure
sensor
M
The flash exposure must be set to an output level to
match the aperture and shutter speed settings
determined by the camera.
Notes
• Set the flash unit to TTL mode to allow automatic control of the
unit by the camera.
• When set to A, objects with above or below average brightness
may not be exposed correctly.
• Please read the relevant manual provided with third party flash
units regarding their various operating modes.
FLASH CONTROL
The settings and functions described in the following sections only
apply to settings and functions available in this camera and in
system-compatible flash units.
SYNC POINT
Flash exposures are lit by two light sources:
– Ambient light
– Flash
Any subject elements lit primarily by the flash will almost always be
rendered in perfect focus by the short burst of light, provided the
focus is set correctly. All other subject elements in the same frame
lit by ambient light or lit from within will be rendered with varying
degrees of sharpness. Whether or not these object elements will
be rendered in sharp focus or blurred, as well as the degree of
“blurriness” depends on two interdependent factors:
– The shutter speeds
– The speed of movement of the subject elements or camera
during shooting
The longer the shutter speed and the faster the motion, the greater
the difference between the two superimposed partial images.
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A flash is usually fired at the start of exposure (Start of Exp.Start of Exp.). This
may result in apparent contradictions, e.g. the picture of a vehicle
being overtaken by its own light trail. This camera allows you to
synchronize the flash firing with the end of exposure (
End of Exp.End of Exp.).
The sharp image will in this case be a rendering of the end of the
captured motion. This flash technique creates a more natural
impression of movement and dynamics in the image.
This function is available with all camera and flash unit settings.
Factory setting:
End of Exp.End of Exp.
▸ Select Flash SettingsFlash Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Flash SyncFlash Sync
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Start of Exp.Start of Exp., End of Exp.End of Exp.)
• The set sync point is shown in the header line.
Notes
• Do not use sync cables that are longer than 3 m.
• When using the flash with faster shutter speeds, a difference
between the two flash times will be barely discernible or only
noticeable for very fast movements.
FLASH RANGE
The usable flash range depends on the aperture and sensitivity
values set manually or calculated by the camera. It is important to
ensure that the subject is within the relevant flash range for
sufficient illumination. A permanent setting to the shortest
available shutter speed for flash mode (sync time) may often result
in unnecessary underexposure of those subject elements that are
not lit sufficiently by the flash.
This camera allows the fine tuning of the shutter speed used in
flash mode in combination with aperture priority depending on the
conditions of the object or your own picture composition ideas.
Factory setting:
1/151/15
▸ Select Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Shutter Speed Limit with FlashShutter Speed Limit with Flash
▸ Select the desired value
(
AutoAuto, 1/2501/250, 1/1251/125, 1/601/60, 1/301/30, 1/151/15, 1/81/8, 1/41/4, 1/21/2)
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FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
This function can be used to selectively reduce or enhance flash
exposure regardless of ambient light, e.g. to brighten the face of a
person in the foreground when taking a picture outdoors in the
evening while retaining the same general lighting mood.
Factory setting:
0 EV0 EV
▸ Select Flash SettingsFlash Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Flash Exp. CompensationFlash Exp. Compensation
• The submenu displays a scale with a red setting mark. The
function is deactivated if the value is set to
00.
▸ Set the value on the scale
• The set value is displayed above the scale.
• The available values depend on the global setting
EV IncrementEV Increment
(see p.81).
Notes
• The following applies for set compensation values, no matter
how they were initially set: They remain effective until they are
manually reset to
00, i.e. even if the camera is switched off and
on again in the meantime.
• Changes to the
EV IncrementEV Increment setting (see p. 81) lead to the
cancellation of a compensation that has been set, i.e. in such
cases it is automatically reset to
00.
• A compensation value configured on the camera will be
overruled when a relevantly equipped flash unit is attached, e.g.
a Leica SF60 and a compensation value is entered on that flash
unit.
• The menu item
Flash Exp. CompensationFlash Exp. Compensation can only be used in
conjunction with flash units on which the compensation value
cannot be set manually (e.g. Leica SF26).
• A brighter flash illumination with Plus compensation will require
a greater flash intensity. Flash exposure compensation will there-
fore impact on the flash range: A Plus correction will decrease it,
a Minus correction will increase it.
• An exposure compensation set on the camera will only affect
the measurement of ambient light. If a simultaneous TTL flash
exposure metering compensation is desired in flash mode, then
it must be additionally set on the flash unit. (Exception: On the
Leica SF26, the compensation value must be set on the camera
via menu control.)
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FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
▸ Switch on the flash unit
▸ Set the desired guide number control mode (e.g. TTL or GNC =
Guide Number Control) on the flash unit
▸ Switching the camera on
▸ Set the desired exposure mode, shutter speed and/or aperture
setting
• It is imperative to take note of the shortest flash sync speed,
as it determines whether a “normal” flash or an HSS flash is
fired.
▸ Tap the shutter button before each flash exposure to activate
exposure metering
• The flash unit may not fire if this step is missed by pressing
the shutter button down completely and skipping these
settings.
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VIDEO MODE
The settings described in this chapter only apply for video
operations. They are therefore part of the video menu and must
always be accessed and configured from within video mode (see
chapter “Camera operation” in the section “Menu Control”). Any
menu items of the same name in the picture menu are entirely
independent of these.
Notes
• As only part of the sensor area is used in video recordings, the
relevantly effective focal length is increased, which slightly
reduces the size of the image sections.
• The max. file size for uninterrupted video recording is 96GB.
Once a recording exceeds this file size, the overrun will be
automatically stored in a new file.
• Some menu items are unavailable in Video mode. The text in the
relevant line is displayed in gray to signify the existence of a
submenu.
• Unlike in picture mode, the joystick is used exclusively for
focusing (metering and saving). A coupling of exposure metering
and focusing is not done, no matter which metering method is
selected.
VIDEO MODE AND CINE MODE
Cine mode is optimized for use by cinematography professionals.
The mode is reduced to the most important points and the use of
terminology from cinematography ensure a seamless user
experience.
(Semi) automatic exposure programs (
PP, AA, SS) and the automatic
control of light sensitivity (
Auto ISOAuto ISO, Floating ISOFloating ISO) remain disabled.
Light sensitivity is stated as an
ASAASA value.
Unlike other video modes, the shutter speeds are not set as
absolutes, but as shutter angles, relative to the selected frame
rate.
In conjunction with suitable lenses. the Cine mode allows the Leica
SL2-S the use of T-stops to ensure exact same exposure scenarios
independent of camera settings.
Factory setting:
VideoVideo
▸ Select Recording ModeRecording Mode in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
VideoVideo, CineCine)
Note
• The settings for light sensitivity (ISO/ASA), aperture and shutter
speeds are saved separately for Video and Cine mode.
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START/EXIT VIDEO MODE
The camera will always be in picture mode after an initial activation
or a reset to factory settings. There are two methods for toggling
between Picture and Video mode:
Using touch control
Variant 1
VideoPhoto
Variant 2
VideoPhoto
• The color of the status screen changes accordingly.
Using button control
▸ Press the FN button with the function assignment Photo - VideoPhoto - Video
• In factory settings, that will be the FN button at the back left,
next to the LCD panel (25).
Note
• The camera switches to the most recently set photo or video
mode.
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START/END VIDEO RECORDING
▸ Press the shutter button
• Video recording begins.
• The dot flashes red.
• Recording time is running.
• The Status LED flashes.
▸ Press the shutter button again
• Video recording ends.
• The dot lights in gray.
Notes
• The current recording is shown in the top display with a dot
below the mode.
• Basic recording settings (see p. 98) must be configured
before recording.
• No direct access to menu functions is possible during video
recording.
FOCUSING
Your Leica SL2-S allows automatic as well as manual focusing.
There are 3 operating modes and 4 metering methods available for
automatic focusing. Only manual setting options are available for
MF lenses.
TAKING VIDEOS WITH AF
Focusing is done as needed when
AFsAFs is in use. The area in the AF
metering field will be focused continuously if
AFcAFc and Intelligent AFIntelligent AF
are in use. Continuous focusing can be suppressed by using a
metering memory lock.
TAKING VIDEOS WITH MF
Focusing is done manually via the focus setting ring. The joystick
can be used as needed to do an AF metering (in
AFsAFs mode).
Note
• Autofocus can be overridden manually at any time by turning the
focus ring, while pressing and holding the shutter button at the
first pressure point. The set focus will remain unchanged until
the shutter button is released.
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AUTOFOCUS MODES
The following AF modes are available:
AFsAFs, AFcAFc and Intelligent AFIntelligent AF.
The currently selected AF mode is shown in the header line.
Factory setting:
Intelligent AFIntelligent AF
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Selecting Focus ModeFocus Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Intelligent AFIntelligent AF, AFsAFs, AFcAFc)
INTELLIGENT AF
Suitable for all objects. The camera automatically selects between
AFs and AFc.
AFs (single)
A meaningful option if the focus setting should remain constant for
an extended period of time. Allows greater control over focusing
and helps to avoid incorrect focusing.
AFc (continuous)
Suitable for objects in motion. Focusing is continuously adjusted to
the object in the AF metering field.
Facilitates an intuitive focus control, specifically in conjunction with
Touch AF.
CONTROLLING THE AUTOFOCUS
TOUCH AF
During video recordings, Touch AF facilitates a more intuitive focus
control, even if the main object moves outside the center of the
frame. See p.80 for more information.
▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel at the desired point
• Focusing is done after the touch.
SUPPRESSING CONTINUOUS FOCUSING
Continuous focus adjustments can be suppressed by initiating a
metering memory lock.
Use the following control elements depending on the currently
selected mode:
Intelligent AF Shutter button (tap and hold)
Joystick (press and hold)
AFc Joystick (press and hold)
The camera stores the focus setting. That makes it easier to
change the image section when focusing is fixed. The focus
remains constant as long as the control element is held. Automatic
focusing will only resume after the control element is released.
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AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS
The AF mode offers various metering methods for focusing. A
successful focus setting is identified by a green metering field, an
unsuccessful one is shown in red.
Factory setting:
Multi-FieldMulti-Field
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select AF ModeAF Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Multi-FieldMulti-Field, SpotSpot, FieldField, ZoneZone, TrackingTracking, Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection)
Note
• AF focusing can be unsuccessful:
– If the distance to the object is too great (macro mode) or too
small
– If the object is not sufficiently illuminated
MULTI-FIELD
Several metering fields are detected automatically.
SPOT/FIELD
Both methods detect only those parts of the object that are within
the relevant AF metering fields. The metering fields are indicated
by a small frame (field metering) or a cross (spot metering). The
very small measuring range for spot metering allows focusing on
tiny details of the subject. Simply move the AF metering field to
another position.
The slightly larger measuring range in field metering is less critical
for focusing, but still permits selective metering.
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
or
▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel
(while Touch AF is activated)
Notes
• In both cases, the metering fields remain at their last positions
set, even if the metering method is changed or the camera is
switched off.
• The metering fields are joined together when the exposure
metering method
SpotSpot is combined with the AF metering
methods
SpotSpot, FieldField and ZoneZone. Exposure metering will then occur
at the point specified by the AF metering field, even if it is
moved.
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ZONE
With this metering method, subject sections are recorded with a
coherent group comprising 5x5 fields.
Once the setting has been made, the metering fields are displayed
where object sections are displayed in focus.
TRACKING
This field metering variant helps in the capture of moving objects.
The focus on the object in the metering field is continuously
adjusted, once it is detected.
▸ Aim the metering field at the desired object
(by panning the camera shifting the metering field)
▸ Tap and hold the shutter button
or
▸ Press and hold the joystick
• The camera focuses on the object.
• The metering field “tracks” the saved object and focus is
continuously adjusted.
Note
• This metering method focuses continuously, even if the AF mode
AFsAFs was set.
START POSITION FOR TRACKING
Factory setting:
CenterCenter
You can specify the starting point for tracking.
CenterCenter Center of the screen
Last PositionLast Position Ending position of the most recent tracking
RecallRecall Starting position of the most recent tracking
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select AF SetupAF Setup
▸ Select AF Tracking Start PositionAF Tracking Start Position
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Last PositionLast Position, RecallRecall, CenterCenter)
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PERSON DETECTION
Person detection is an expansion of the face recognition feature. In
addition to biometric patterns of faces, the camera also detects
body patterns and uses them for focusing. Tracking will therefore
continue, once a person is detected and measured, even if the face
may not be in view at some point. This feature prevents inadvertent
“jumps” to other faces if several persons are in the frame.
AF SETTINGS
ISO SENSITIVITY
Specifies the sensitivity of contrast metering.
Factory setting:
00
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select AF SetupAF Setup
▸ Select AF SensitivityAF Sensitivity
▸ Select the desired setting
(
-3-3, -2-2 , -1-1, 00, +1+1, +2+2, +3+3)
SPEED
Where objects are not as fast-moving, it is advisable to set AF
Speed to a slightly lower value. This will prevent overly abrupt focus
changes. For very fast-moving objects, a high setting will guarantee
a correct focus.
Factory setting:
00
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select AF SetupAF Setup
▸ Select AF SpeedAF Speed
▸ Select the desired setting
(
-5-5, -4-4, -3-3, -2-2 , -1-1 , 00, +1+1, +2+2, +3+3, +4+4, +5+5)
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AF QUICK SETTING
AF Quick Setting offers the following functions:
– Quick switches of the AF metering methods
– Changing the metering field size (only
FieldField and
Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection)
The viewfinder image remains visible continuously during setting
adjustments.
ACCESSING AF QUICK SETTING
▸ Touch and hold the LCD panel
• All auxiliary displays are hidden.
• Red triangles appear at two corners of the metering field if the
metering method
FieldField/Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection is set.
• In all other AF modes, the AF ModeAF Mode menu bar will be displayed
directly
ADJUSTING THE METERING FIELD SIZE
(only
FieldField and Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection)
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
or
▸ Two-finger pinch/spread
• The size of the AF-metering field is adjustable in 3 incre-
ments.
CHANGING THE AF METERING METHOD
Should the active AF mode be
FieldField or Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection, then the
user will have to access the
AF ModeAF Mode menu bar first:
▸ Turn the front setting wheel
• The
AF ModeAF Mode menu bar appears.
▸ Select the desired metering method
• Alternatively, you can use the front setting wheel for the
setting.
• The setting is applied automatically after 3seconds, the menu
bar disappears.
Notes
• This function is unavailable while recording.
• AF Quick Setting can only be accessed if the function
Touch AFTouch AF is
active (see p.80).
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MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS
ENLARGEMENT IN AF MODE
You can access the enlargement function independent of focusing
for a better assessment of the settings.
The
MagnificationMagnification function must be assigned to one of the FN
buttons to use this feature (see p.66).
Assigning the function to one of the FN buttons
▸ See p.66
Accessing the enlargement function
▸ Press the FN button
• An enlarged image section appears. The position of the
enlargement depends on the position of the AF metering field.
• The rectangle within the frame at the top right represents the
current magnification, as well as its position in the displayed
cropped section.
• The enlargement starts at the 1st of 3 enlargement incre-
ments.
Adjusting the enlargement function
▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front setting wheel
Changing the position of the enlarged section
▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged
cropped section
or
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Exiting the enlargement function
▸ Tap the shutter button
Notes
• The enlargement function remains active until it is exited.
• The most recently magnification function will still be active the
next time the feature is accessed.
• This function is unavailable while recording.
AF ASSIST LIGHT
The AF assist light is not active in video mode.
ACOUSTIC AF CONFIRMATION
You can set an acoustic confirmation signal for successful focus
metering in AF mode (see p. 77).
Note
• This function is unavailable while recording.
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MANUAL FOCUSING (MF)
Manual focusing offers more control and is less prone to incorrect
settings than the AF modes.
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Selecting Focus ModeFocus Mode
▸ Select MFMF
▸ Start video recording
▸ Turn the focus ring to select the desired focusing
PERSONALIZED LENS SETTINGS
Factory setting:
Standard MFStandard MF
The speed of the MF setting is adjustable. Example: for a setting to
90°90°, the entire focus range will be run through when the focus
setting ring is turned by one quarter. A full turn of the focus setting
ring will be needed for a setting to
360°360°. Smaller angles allow faster
adjustments, while larger angles offer more precise settings. A
setting to
MaximumMaximum offers the highest precision.
Unlike the permanent settings, a setting to
Standard MFStandard MF will result in
a non-linear dependency of rotation angle and focus setting. With
slow and constant rotation speed, the focus setting will undergo a
linear change. The focus position will, however, change significantly
faster (e.g. from very close to infinity) with a quick rotation, while
the rotation angle remains the same.
The settings
Standard MFStandard MF and MaximumMaximum are highly lens-dependent.
MaximumMaximum may, for example, mean a rotation angle of 360° or 720°.
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select MF SetupMF Setup
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Standard MFStandard MF, 90°90°, 120°120°, 150°150°, 180°180°, 210°210°, 240°240°, 270°270°, 300°300°, 330°330°, 360°360°,
MaximumMaximum)
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MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS
The following assist functions are available in MF mode.
FOCUS PEAKING
This assist function highlights the edges of in focus subject
elements in color.
When Focus Peaking is activated, will appear to the right of the
frame with a display of the color used. The color can be user-speci-
fied. The sensitivity can be additionally adjusted. The activation of
this function is controlled vis the info profiles (see p.82).
▸ Activate the function
▸ Turn the focus ring to mark the desired subject elements
Note
• Focus peaking is based on subject contrast, i.e. differences
between light and dark. As a result, high contrast subject
elements could be marked, even if they are not completely in
focus.
ENLARGEMENT IN MF MODE
The larger the details of the subject are shown, the better you can
assess their sharpness and the more accurately you can focus.
This function can be automatically activated during manual
focusing or can be accessed independently.
ACCESS VIA THE FOCUS RING
Turning the focus ring will automatically enlarge a image section.
▸ Select FocusingFocusing in the main menu
▸ Select Focus AssistFocus Assist
▸ Select Auto MagnificationAuto Magnification
▸ Select OnOn
▸ Turn the focus ring
• An enlarged image section appears. The position of the
enlargement depends on the position of the AF metering field.
• The rectangle within the frame at the top right represents the
current magnification, as well as its position in the displayed
cropped section.
• The enlargement starts at the 1st of 3 enlargement incre-
ments.
Adjusting the enlargement function
▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front setting wheel
Changing the position of the enlarged section
▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged
cropped section
or
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
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Exiting the enlargement function
▸ Tap the shutter button
or
▸ Decrease the enlargement, until the full image is visible again
Notes
• The enlargement will automatically return to normal viewing size
about 5s after the last turn of the focus ring.
• This function is unavailable while recording.
ACCESS VIA THE FN BUTTON
This function can be assigned to an FN button.
Assigning the function to one of the FN buttons
▸ See p.66
Accessing the enlargement function
▸ Press the FN button
• An enlarged image section appears. The position of the
enlargement depends on the position of the AF metering field.
• The rectangle within the frame at the top right represents the
current magnification, as well as its position in the displayed
cropped section.
• The enlargement starts at the 1st of 3 enlargement incre-
ments.
Adjusting the enlargement function
▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front setting wheel
Changing the position of the enlarged section
▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged
cropped section
or
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Exiting the enlargement function
▸ Tap the shutter button
Note
• The enlargement function remains active until it is exited.
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DISTANCE DISPLAY
Distance information is shown in the top display during manual
focusing.
– Focus Mode MF: when the shutter button is pressed to the first
pressure point
– Focus Mode AF: when the shutter button is pressed and held at
the first pressure point, followed by a turning of the focus ring
The unit of measure (
mm or ftft) can be selected, see p.73.
Note
• The focus distance is estimated based on the focus position
transmitted by the lens.
ISO SENSITIVITY
(Video mode)
The ISO setting covers a range between ISO 50 and ISO 50000,
allowing you to adapt to the relevant situation as required.
There is more leeway for the use of preferred shutter speed and
aperture combinations when setting the exposure manually. You
can set priorities within the scope of the automatic setting.
Factory setting:
ISO 100ISO 100
FIXED ISO VALUES
ISO values between 50 and 50000 can be selected in 11 increments.
▸ Select ISOISO in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
ISO 50ISO 50, ISO 100ISO 100, ISO 200ISO 200, ISO 400ISO 400, ISO 800ISO 800, ISO 1600ISO 1600, ISO 3200ISO 3200, ISO 6400ISO 6400,
ISO 12500ISO 12500, ISO 25000ISO 25000, ISO 50000ISO 50000)
Note
• When high ISO values are used or the image is edited later,
image noise, as well as vertical and horizontal stripes may
become visible, particularly in larger, evenly lit areas of the
object.
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AUTOMATIC SETTING
The camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity to ambient
brightness and/or to the configured shutter speed/aperture
settings combination. In conjunction with aperture priority mode,
this function extends the range for automatic exposure control.
▸ Select ISOISO in the main menu
▸ Select Auto ISOAuto ISO
Note
• This function is not available in Cine mode.
LIMITING SETTING RANGES
A max. ISO value can be set, which will then limit the automatic
setting range (
Maximum ISOMaximum ISO). A max. exposure time can also
optionally be configured. There are automatic settings and fixed
max. shutter speeds
1/301/30s and 1/20001/2000s available for that purpose.
LIMITING ISO VALUES
All values from ISO 100 are available.
Factory setting:
64006400
▸ Select Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Maximum ISOMaximum ISO
▸ Select the desired value
LIMITING SHUTTER SPEED RANGES
Factory setting:
AutoAuto
▸ Select Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Shutter Speed LimitShutter Speed Limit
▸ Select the desired value
(
AutoAuto, 1/20001/2000, 1/10001/1000, 1/5001/500, 1/2501/250, 1/1251/125, 1/601/60, 1/301/30)
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FLOATING ISO
This function complements Auto ISO. Light strength changes with
many zoom lenses when the focal length is changed. Floating ISO
will in this situation adjust the sensitivity in fine graduations and
will simultaneously ensure that the selected settings of exposure
value and shutter speed remain constant in (semi) automatic
exposure modes. This will specifically in video recordings prevent
visible jumps in brightness.
Factory setting:
OnOn
▸ Select Floating ISOFloating ISO in the main menu
▸ Select OnOn
Notes
•
Floating ISOFloating ISO can work only if the original ISO setting allows scope
for change, i.e. the highest/lowest ISO setting is not already
being used. The
Floating ISOFloating ISO warning icon will be displayed in that
case.
• This function is not available in Cine mode.
ASA SENSITIVITY
(Cine-Mode)
The sensitivity setting in Cine mode is always done manually. The
menu item
Exposure IndexExposure Index replaces the menu item ISOISO. The value is
stated in ASA units. Automatic settings (Auto ISO/Floating ISO) are
unavailable.
Factory setting:
400 ASA400 ASA
▸ Select ISOISO in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
50 ASA50 ASA, 100 ASA100 ASA, 200 ASA200 ASA, 400 ASA400 ASA, 800 ASA800 ASA, 1600 ASA1600 ASA, 3200 ASA3200 ASA,
6400 ASA6400 ASA, 12500 ASA12500 ASA, 25000 ASA25000 ASA, 50000 ASA50000 ASA)
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WHITE BALANCE
In white balance ensures neutral color rendering in any light. White
Balance relies on the setting made in the camera, which light color
is to be rendered as 'white'.
Four methods are available:
– automatic control
– fixed presets
– manual setting via metering
– direct setting of the color temperature
Factory setting:
AutoAuto
AUTOMATIC CONTROL/FIXED SETTINGS
–
AutoAuto: for automatic control, which delivers neutral results in
most situations
– Various fixed presets for most frequently encountered light
sources:
DaylightDaylight
for outdoor pictures in sunlight
CloudyCloudy
for outdoor pictures in cloudy
conditions
ShadowShadow
for outdoor pictures with the main
subject in shadow
TungstenTungsten
for indoor pictures with (predominant-
ly) incandescent lamp light
HMIHMI
for indoor pictures with (predominant-
ly) light from metal halide lamps
Fluorescent (warm)Fluorescent (warm)
for indoor pictures with (prevailing)
light from fluorescent tubes with warm
light color
Fluorescent (cool)Fluorescent (cool)
for indoor pictures with (prevailing)
light from fluorescent tubes with cool
light color
FlashFlash
for flash photography
▸ Select White BalanceWhite Balance in the main menu
▸ Select the desired setting
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MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING
(
GraycardGraycard/ Graycard Live ViewGraycard Live View)
The variant
GraycardGraycard is suited best for subjects in which you can
clearly identify a neutral gray or pure white area. If not, or should
you base your metering on an off-center detail, then
Graycard Live ViewGraycard Live View will be a better choice.
Note
• A value configured using this method will remain unchanged (i.e.
it will be used for all subsequent photographs) until new
measurements are taken or one of the other white balance
settings is selected.
GRAY CARD
This metering variant captures all color hues in the metering field
and uses these to calculate a mean gray value.
▸ Select White BalanceWhite Balance in the main menu
▸ Select GraycardGraycard
• The following appears on the LCD panel:
– the image based on automatic white balance
– a frame in the center of the image
▸ Aim the metering field at a white or neutral gray area
• The screen image changes dynamically in line with the
reference area in the frame.
Taking measurements
▸ Shutter release
or
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
• The measurement is taken.
Canceling the measurement
▸ Press the FN button (25)
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GRAY CARD LIVE VIEW
This metering variant captures only the color hue metered within
the metering field and calculates the mean gray value from it.
▸ Select White BalanceWhite Balance in the main menu
▸ Select Graycard Live ViewGraycard Live View
• The following appears on the LCD panel:
– the image based on automatic white balance
– cross in the center of the image
▸ Aim the metering field at a white or neutral gray area
Moving the metering field
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Taking measurements
▸ Shutter release
or
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
• The measurement is taken.
Canceling the measurement
▸ Press the FN button (25)
DIRECT SETTING OF THE COLOR TEMPERATURE
Values between 2000 and 11,500K (Kelvin) can be set directly.
That gives you a very wide range, which covers virtually all color
temperatures occurring in real life and within which you can adapt
color rendering to any light color and your personal preferences
with incredible detail.
▸ Select White BalanceWhite Balance in the main menu
▸ Select Color TemperatureColor Temperature
▸ Select the desired value
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EXPOSURE
The exposure setting is done dynamically via the two setting
wheels. As a rule, the thumbwheel controls the aperture and the
front setting wheel the shutter speed. The “free” setting wheel is
used for quick access to exposure compensation during semi
automatic exposure setting. Function assignments can be
modified, see p.67.
Exposure settings can be done quickly and easily via the status
screen.
▸ Briefly touch the desired control panel
• The active control panel is highlighted in red.
• A setting band appears instead of the light balance. A dot
marks the current setting. The current setting value is
displayed above the dot.
▸ Tap the setting band briefly in the desired position or drag the
dot to the desired position
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EXPOSURE METERING METHODS
Optional methods are Spot metering, Center-Weighted and
Multi-Field metering.
Factory setting:
Multi-FieldMulti-Field
SPOT METERING –
This metering method is concentrated exclusively on a small area
in the center of the image. The metering fields are joined together
when the exposure metering method
SpotSpot is combined with the AF
metering methods
SpotSpot, FieldField and ZoneZone. Exposure metering will then
occur at the point specified by the AF metering field, even if it is
moved.
CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING –
This method considers the entire image field. The subject elements
captured in the center will, however, impact on the calculation of
the exposure value more so than areas around the edges.
MULTI-FIELD METERING –
This metering method is based on the detection of multiple values.
These values are used in an algorithm to calculate an exposure
value appropriate for a good rendering of the assumed main
subject.
▸ Select Exposure MeteringExposure Metering in the main menu
▸ Select the desired metering method
(
SpotSpot, Center-WeightedCenter-Weighted, Multi-FieldMulti-Field)
• The selected metering method is displayed in the header line
of the screen image.
Spot metering allows a shifting of the metering field:
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
Notes
• The exposure information (ISO value, aperture, shutter speed
and light balance with exposure compensation scale) will help to
determine the settings required for correct exposure.
• The most important displays (ISO value, aperture and shutter
speed) will also appear in the top display.
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EXPOSURE MODES
You can choose one of four video recording modes:
– Automatic program (P)
– Aperture priority mode (A)
– Shutter speed priority mode (S)
– Manual setting (M)
Cine mode also offers another, fully manual mode.
Notes
• When using a lens with an aperture setting ring (e.g. Leica M
lenses), only the exposure modes A (aperture priority) and M
(manual setting) will be available. Where that is the case,
F0.0F0.0 is
displayed as the aperture value.
• The following applies for all exposure modes: the available
shutter speeds for custom settings or those available for
automatic settings depend on the selected frame rate
(
Video ResolutionVideo Resolution, see p.100).
• When Auto ISO is active, the camera uses the dynamic
adjustment function for the ISO value for the exposure setting.
Depending on the exposure mode selected, the automatic ISO
setting interacts with automatically controlled aperture and/or
shutter speed settings.
SELECTING A MODE
Via the thumbwheel
▸ Press the thumbwheel
• The currently selected mode is shown in the top display. The
currently selected mode is marked in red on screen.
▸ Turn the thumbwheel to select the desired mode
• The mode display changes in the top display and on screen.
All modes can be reached by turning the wheel in either
direction.
• The selected mode will be applied automatically approx. 2s
after the thumbwheel is moved the last time.
To apply the selected mode immediately
▸ Press the thumbwheel / the joystick
or
▸ Tap the shutter button
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Via the status screen
▸ Touch the control panel briefly
▸ Tap the desired exposure mode
FULLY AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – P
AUTOMATIC PROGRAM – P
The exposure is controlled by an automatic shutter speed and
aperture setting.
The exposure compensation and recording level are controlled
directly via the setting wheels.
▸ Selecting the operating mode P (see p. 170)
▸ Set exposure compensation as needed
▸ Start video recording
Note
• Automatic exposure control takes into account any fluctuations
in brightness. Set the shutter time manually if this is undesirable,
e.g. for landscape recordings or panning.
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SEMI-AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – A/S
APERTURE PRIORITY - A
Aperture priority mode sets the exposure automatically according
to the manually selected aperture. It is therefore specifically
suitable for video recordings in which the depth of field is a critical
compositional element.
The range of the depth of field can be diminished with an
accordingly small exposure value. This will set off the focused area
against the unfocused background. Conversely, a greater exposure
value will increase the range of the depth of field. Such a setting is
advisable if the foreground and background should be rendered in
sharp focus.
The selected aperture setting will be maintained for the duration of
the recording.
▸ Select the operating mode A (see p. 170)
▸ Set the desired exposure value
▸ Start video recording
SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY – S
Shutter speed priority mode will set exposure automatically
according to the manually selected shutter speed. The selected
shutter speed will be maintained for the duration of the recording.
▸ Select the operating mode S (see p. 170)
▸ Select the desired shutter speed
▸ Start video recording
MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING – M
The following manual settings for shutter speed and aperture are a
good choice:
– to maintain constant exposure settings between multiple
recordings
– to maintain constant exposure settings while recording,
specifically in conjunction with fixed ISO settings
▸ Select the operating mode M (see p. 170)
▸ Select desired exposure
• The exposure compensation is done using the scale of the
light balance.
▸ Start video recording
Displays on the light balance:
Correct exposure
Under/overexposure by the displayed value
Under or overexposure by more than 3EV
(Exposure Value)
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EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
Exposure compensation values can be set in the range ±3 EV (EV:
Exposure Value). The available values depend on the global setting
EV IncrementEV Increment (see p.81).
A
A
Set compensation value (marks at 0 = Off)
▸ Select Exposure CompensationExposure Compensation in the main menu
• A scale appears as a submenu item on the LCD panel.
▸ Set the value on the scale
• The set value is displayed above the scale.
• While setting the value, you can see the effect on the screen
image, which becomes darker or lighter.
Notes
• This function is assigned to one of the setting wheels in the
three (semi) automatic exposure modes and therefore quickly
accessible (see p.67).
• The set exposure compensation is indicated by a mark on the
exposure compensation scale in the footer line (see p. 28).
• The following applies for set compensation values, no matter
how they were initially set: They remain effective until they are
manually reset to
00, i.e. even if the camera is switched off and
on again in the meantime.
• Changes to the
EV IncrementEV Increment setting (see p. 81) lead to the
cancellation of a compensation that has been set, i.e. in such
cases it is automatically reset to
00.
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REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE
There are two completely independent review/playback functions
available:
– short-term rendering directly after exposure (
Auto ReviewAuto Review)
– normal Review mode, in which the stored recordings can be
viewed and managed for any length of time
The switchover between recording and review/playback mode, as
well as most other actions can be completed using gesture or key
control. Please see p. 53 for more information about the
available gestures.
Notes
• Recorded pictures are not automatically rotated in Review mode
to utilize the full screen area.
• It may not be possible to render files with this camera that were
not recorded with this device.
• In some cases, the screen image may not have the expected
quality, or the LCD panel will remain blank and only display the
file name.
• You can toggle back from review mode to recording mode at any
time by tapping the shutter button.
CONTROL ELEMENTS IN REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE
CONTROL ELEMENTS ON THE CAMERA
24
26
21
22
2
4
2
Front setting wheel
22
Thumbwheel
4
FN button at the top left
24
PLAY button
20
FN button at the rear top
25
Press the FN button at the
rear left
21
Joystick
26
MENU button
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FN BUTTONS IN REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE
In review/playback mode, the FN buttons either have permanently
assigned functions or are without function.
The following FN buttons have assigned functions:
FN button at the rear left (25)
Toggle Info LevelsToggle Info Levels
FN button at the rear top (20) EVF-LCDEVF-LCD
FN button at the top left (4) Tag recordings (Rate / UnrateRate / Unrate)
CONTROL ELEMENTS ON THE LCD PANEL
On-screen control elements generally function by intuitively by
touch. Many can also be selected by pressing one of the three
buttons to the left of the LCD panel. A control element in the
header is accompanied by an icon denoting the relevant button. A
control element on the edge of the screen will be positioned
directly next to the relevant button.
Example: The “Go back” icon
can be selected in one of two
ways:
– Tap the “Go back” icon briefly right away
– Press the relevant button
(top button = PLAY button)
C B A C
A
B
A
Control element “Go back”
B
Control element “Delete”
C
Display of the relevant button
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INITIATE/EXIT REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE
Using touch control
▸ Swipe up or down
Review/PlaybackShooting/Recording
Using button control
▸ Press the PLAY button
• The last picture taken appears on the screen.
• The following message appears if the inserted memory card
does not contain any picture data:
No valid picture to playNo valid picture to play.
• The PLAY button function differs, depending on the current
camera setting:
Initial situation
After pressing the PLAY
button
Full screen display of a
recording
Shooting mode / Recording
mode
Display of an enlarged cropped
section/or several thumbnails
Full screen display of the
recording
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SELECTING/SCROLLING THROUGH RECORDINGS
The recordings are visually arranged in a horizontal reel. When the
end of an image series is reached, the display automatically jumps
back to the first image in the series. All recordings can therefore
be reached by scrolling either right or left.
SINGLE
Using touch control
▸ Swipe to the left or right
Using button control
▸ Press the joystick left/right
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
CONTINUOUS
▸ Swipe to the left or right and hold the finger on the edge of the
screen
• The subsequent recordings will move past continuously.
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INFO DISPLAYS IN REVIEW/PLAYBACK MODE
The same info profiles are available in review/playback mode as in
recording mode. The actual info profile currently in use, however, is
saved separately. It is therefore possible to use an empty info
profile completely without assist function icons in review/playback
mode, without having to set them again when switching to
recording mode. See S.82 for setting options and additional
information. The assist functions
GridGrid and Level GaugeLevel Gauge are not
available in review/playback mode.
DISPLAYING ASSIST FUNCTIONS
To switch between info profiles
▸ Press the FN button at the rear left (25)
Empty info profile Recording data only
(
Info BarsInfo Bars)
Clipping / ZebraClipping / Zebra + Info BarsInfo Bars
Info BarsInfo Bars, Focus PeakingFocus Peaking, HistogramHistogram
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CROPPED SECTION ZOOM
You can zoom in to any section of an image for closer inspection.
Zooming via the front setting wheel is done in four increments;
zooming is stepless via touch control.
Using touch control
▸ Two-finger pinch/spread
• The recording will be zoomed in/zoomed out at the desired
point.
▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged
cropped section
• The rectangle within the frame at the top right represents the
current magnification, as well as its position in the displayed
cropped section.
▸ Double tap
• Toggles between the third zoom increment at the tap position
and standard full screen view.
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Using button control
▸ Turn the front setting wheel
(in clockwise direction: increase magnification, anti-clockwise:
decrease magnification)
or
▸ Press the thumbwheel / the joystick
• Toggles between the third zoom increment at the tap position
and standard full screen view.
▸ Use the joystick to move the position of the cropped section
while the image is magnified
• The rectangle within the frame at the top right represents the
current magnification, as well as its position in the displayed
cropped section.
You can move directly from one picture to the next in magnification
mode, which will then also be displayed with the same magnifica-
tion.
▸ Turn the thumbwheel to the left/right
Notes
• It may not be possible to enlarge pictures taken with other
camera types.
• Video recordings cannot be enlarged.
DISPLAYING MULTIPLE RECORDINGS AT ONCE
The camera offers an overview function in which several thumbnail
images can be viewed on one screen, which makes it easier to find
a specific image. You can choose 12 or 30 images per overview.
OVERVIEW
Using touch control
▸ Two-finger pinch
• The display toggles from 12 to 30 thumbnails.
To view other recordings
▸ Swipe up or down
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Using button control
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in anti-clockwise direction
• 12 thumbnails are shown at the same time. Another turn on
the thumbwheel increases the number of displayed recordings
to 30.
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
Currently selected recording
B
Number of the currently selected recording
C
Scrollbar
The currently viewed recording is framed in red and can be
selected for a closer look.
To navigate between recordings
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
or
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
To display the recording in full size
Using touch control
▸ Two-finger spread
or
▸ Briefly touch the recording
Using button control
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in clockwise direction
or
▸ Press joystick, thumbwheel or PLAY button
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TAGGING/RATING OF RECORDINGS
Recordings can be tagged as favorites to find them quicker or to
simplify the later deletion of multiple recordings. Tagging can be
done in regular view mode or in the overviews.
Tagging a recording
▸ Press the FN button at the top left (4)
• The recording is marked with
. The icon will appear in the
header line on the far right when viewing images in full size,
and in the top left corner of the thumbnail in overview mode.
Removing a tag
▸ Press the FN button at the top left (4)
• The
marking disappears.
DELETING RECORDINGS
There are several methods available to delete recordings:
– deleting individual recordings
– deleting multiple recordings
– deleting all recordings without a tag/ranking
– deleting all recordings
Important
• Once deleted, recordings are no longer retrievable.
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DELETING INDIVIDUAL RECORDINGS
▸ Press the MENU button
▸ Select DeleteDelete in the review/playback menu
• The Delete screen appears.
▸ Select the Delete icon
(tap the icon briefly or press the FN button)
• The LED will flash during the delete process. The process may
take a few seconds.
• The next recording will be displayed once deletion is
complete. The following message appears if no other
recordings are saved on the card:
No valid picture to playNo valid picture to play.
To cancel deletion and return to the normal review/
playback mode
▸ Select the “Go back” icon
(tap the icon briefly or press the PLAY button)
Notes
• The Delete screen can not be called up when in overview mode,
because the menu function
DeleteDelete of the Review menu is not
available in this context.
• The “Scroll” and “Magnify” functions continue to be available
when the “Delete” screen is active.
DELETING MULTIPLE RECORDINGS
Several recordings can be marked in a Delete overview with twelve
thumbnails and can then be deleted all at once. This overview can
be reached in two ways.
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in anti-clockwise direction
• The overview screen appears.
▸ Press the MENU button
▸ Select Delete MultiDelete Multi in the Review menu
• The Delete overview appears.
or
▸ Press the MENU button
▸ Select DeleteDelete in the review/playback menu
• The Delete screen appears.
▸ Turn the front setting wheel in anti-clockwise direction
• The Delete overview appears.
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Any number of recordings can be selected in this view.
Selecting recordings for deletion
▸ Select a recording
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
or
▸ Briefly touch the recording
• The recordings selected for deletion are marked with a red
Delete icon
.
To delete the selected recordings
▸ Select the Delete icon
(tap the icon briefly or press the FN button)
• The prompt
Do you want to delete all marked files?Do you want to delete all marked files? appears.
▸ Select YesYes
To cancel deletion and return to the normal review/
playback mode
▸ Select the “Go back” icon
(tap the icon briefly or press the PLAY button)
DELETING ALL RECORDINGS
▸ Press the MENU button
▸ Select Delete AllDelete All in the Review menu
• The prompt Do you want to delete all files?Do you want to delete all files? appears.
▸ Select YesYes
Note
• The message
No valid picture to play.No valid picture to play. appears after successful
deletion. The same picture is displayed again if deletion was
unsuccessful. When deleting several or all pictures/recordings,
a notification screen may appear for the time needed to process
the data.
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DELETING UNRATED RECORDINGS
▸ Press the MENU button
▸ Select Delete UnratedDelete Unrated in the Review menu
• The prompt Do you really want to delete all not rated files?Do you really want to delete all not rated files?
appears.
▸ Select YesYes
• The LED will flash during the deletion process. The process
may take a few seconds. The next marked recording appears
once deletion is complete. The message
No valid picture to play.No valid picture to play.
appears if no other recordings are saved on the card.
PREVIEW OF LATEST RECORDING
Photo and video recordings can be displayed automatically directly
after they are taken to e.g. check the success of the recording
quickly and easily. A duration for the automatic display can be
configured.
▸ Select Auto ReviewAuto Review in the main menu
▸ Select the desired function or duration in the submenu
(
OffOff, 1 s1 s, 3 s3 s, 5 s5 s, PermanentPermanent, Shutter pressedShutter pressed)
PermanentPermanent: The most recent recording is displayed until automatic
review is ended by pressing the PLAY button or by tapping the shut-
ter button.
Shutter pressedShutter pressed: The most recent recording is displayed for as long
as the shutter button is pressed down.
Notes
• Various control elements change back to regular Review mode
to execute their normal functions while automatic review is
selected. The camera will remain in review/playback mode until
it is exited.
• Tagging and deleting can only be done in regular review/
playback mode and not during automatic review.
• When pictures were taken with the functions Serial exposures or
Interval shooting, then the last image in the series will be
displayed or – if the save process is still incomplete – the last
image in the series saved to the memory card.
• Where display times were configured (
1 s1 s, 3 s3 s, 5 s5 s) automatic
review can be ended immediately by pressing the PLAY button or
tapping the shutter button.
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SLIDE SHOW
A slide show function is available in Review mode, in which the
saved images are shown automatically in series. Choose to see all
recordings (
Play AllPlay All), only photos (Pictures OnlyPictures Only) or only videos
(
Videos OnlyVideos Only) should be displayed. For photos, select how long each
image should be displayed (
DurationDuration).
SETTING THE DURATION
▸ Press the MENU button
▸ Select SlideshowSlideshow in the Review menu
▸ Select DurationDuration
▸ Select the desired duration (1 s1 s, 2 s2 s, 3 s3 s, 5 s5 s)
STARTING THE SLIDE SHOW
▸ Press the MENU button
▸ Select SlideshowSlideshow in the Review menu
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Play AllPlay All, Pictures onlyPictures only, Videos onlyVideos only)
• The slide show will start automatically with the selected
recordings and runs in an endless loop until it is exited.
ENDING THE SLIDE SHOW
▸ Press the PLAY button
or
▸ Tap the shutter button
• The camera switches to the relevant mode.
Notes
• An intermediate screen may appear while the data is prepared
for playback.
• The settings in
DurationDuration remain intact even after the camera is
switched off and on again.
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VIDEO PLAYBACK
appears on screen if you have selected a video file in
playback mode.
START PLAYBACK
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
or
▸ Tap briefly
ACCESSING THE CONTROL ELEMENTS
The control elements are displayed when playback is stopped.
Using touch control
▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel
2
3
1
4
5
1
Video editing function
2
Exiting video playback
3
Current time of the playback
4
Playback status bar
5
Playback volume
Using button control
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
Note
• The control elements disappear after about 3s. Touching the
LCD panel or pressing a button will make them reappear.
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PAUSE PLAYBACK
▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel
or
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
RESUMING REVIEW/PLAYBACK
Using touch control
While the control elements are visible:
▸ Touch the LCD panel briefly anywhere in the picture
Using button control
While the control elements are visible:
▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel
NAVIGATE TO ANY POINT IN THE FILE
QUICK JUMP
Using touch control
While the control elements are visible:
▸ Touch the playback status bar briefly at the desired position
Using button control
▸ Press and hold the joystick left/right
PRECISE SELECTION
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
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END PLAYBACK
Using touch control
While the control elements are visible:
▸ Tap the “Go back” icon briefly
Using button control
▸ Press the PLAY button
SETTING THE VOLUME
Using touch control
While the control elements are visible:
▸ Tap the volume icon briefly
▸ Touch the volume status bar briefly at the desired position
Using button control
▸ Press the joystick up/down
• The volume status bar appears.
▸ Press the joystick up (louder) or down (quieter)
Note
• Sound is switched off at the lowest part of the bar and the
volume icon changes to
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VIDEO EDITING
Using touch control
Using button control
ACCESSING THE VIDEO EDITING FUNCTION
▸ Press the FN button at the rear left (25)
• The video editing screen appears, the left cutting mark is
highlighted in red (= active).
CHANGING THE CURRENT CUTTING POINT
▸ Press the joystick left/right
• The selected cutting point is highlighted in red (= active).
MOVING THE ACTIVE CUTTING POINT
▸ Turn the thumbwheel
• The currently selected time of the relevant cutting point is
displayed at the bottom left of the footer line. A still of the
video sequence at that point is displayed in the background.
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CUTTING
▸ Press the FN button at the rear left (25) to confirm the cuts
• The
Video TrimmingVideo Trimming menu appears.
▸ Select a function from the Video TrimmingVideo Trimming menu
(
Save as newSave as new, OverwriteOverwrite, PreviewPreview)
Save as newSave as new The new video is additionally saved, the original
video remains unchanged.
OverwriteOverwrite The newly cut video is saved and the original
one is deleted.
PreviewPreview The new video is played. The newly cut video is
not saved and the original remains unchanged.
CANCELLING THE VIDEO EDITING FUNCTION
The editing function can be canceled at any time, provided no
selection was made in the
Video TrimmingVideo Trimming menu.
▸ Press the PLAY button
• The video playback screen reappears.
Notes
• In all three cases, a notification screen appears while the data is
being processed. Then the new video is played back.
• The numbering of existing recordings will not be changed when
Save as newSave as new is selected. The newly created video will be added to
the end of the series of videos.
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
The settings described in this chapter apply for picture and video
mode alike. They are therefore available in the picture and video
menu (see chapter “Camera Operation” under “Menu Control”). A
setting selected in one of the modes will also apply to the other.
USER PROFILES
This camera allows the permanent storage of any menu settings, to
e.g. access them quickly and easily for recurring conditions/image
objects. Six memory slots are provided to store custom settings,
plus the factory setting, which is always available and cannot be
modified (
Default ProfileDefault Profile). You can assign names for the saved
profiles yourself.
Any profiles configured for the camera can be saved to a memory
card for use on another camera. Similarly, profiles saved on a
memory card can be transferred to the camera.
CREATING PROFILES
Saving settings/creating a profile.
▸ Create custom settings for the desired functions via menu
control
▸ Select User ProfileUser Profile in the main menu
▸ Select Manage ProfilesManage Profiles
▸ Select Save as ProfileSave as Profile
▸ Select a memory slot
▸ Confirm the selection
Notes
• Existing profiles are overwritten with the latest settings.
• A memory slot can only be deleted via the function
Reset CameraReset Camera
described in the section “Resetting the camera to factory
settings” (see p.198).
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RENAMING PROFILES
▸ Select User ProfileUser Profile in the main menu
▸ Select Manage ProfilesManage Profiles
▸ Select Rename ProfilesRename Profiles
▸ Select a profile
▸ Enter a name for the profile via the associated submenu
keyboard and confirm your input (see p. 62)
• Profile names must be between 3 and 10 characters in length.
APPLY/ACTIVATE PROFILES
Factory setting:
Default ProfileDefault Profile
▸ Select User ProfileUser Profile in the main menu
• A list of profile names is displayed.
▸ Select a profile
• The selected profile is marked as
ActiveActive.
• Free memory slots appear in gray.
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EXPORTING/IMPORTING PROFILES TO/FROM THE
MEMORY CARD
▸ Select User ProfileUser Profile in the main menu
▸ Select Manage ProfilesManage Profiles
▸ Select Export ProfilesExport Profiles or Import ProfilesImport Profiles
▸ Confirm the selection
Notes
• When importing and exporting, all profile slots are transferred to
the card, i.e. including any empty slots. Any existing profiles
stored in the camera will be overwritten, during the profile
import. Individual profiles cannot be imported or exported.
• Any existing set of profiles will be replaced on the memory card
during an export without an acknowledgment prompt.
DATA MANAGEMENT
DATA STRUCTURE ON THE MEMORY CARD
FOLDER STRUCTURE
The files (= pictures) on the memory cards are saved in automati-
cally generated folders. The first three characters signify the folder
number (numerals), the last five the folder name (letters). The first
folder is assigned the name “100LEICA”, the second “101LEICA”.
A folder will always be created with the next available number; you
can have max. 999 folders.
FILE STRUCTURE
The file names in these folders consist of eleven characters. In the
factory settings, the first file is named “L1000001.XXX”, the
second “L1000002.XXX”, etc. The first letter can be selected, the
“L” from the factory settings denotes the camera brand. The first
three characters signify the folder number (numerals). The next
four digits denote the sequential file number. Once file number
9999 is reached, then a new folder will be automatically created, in
which the file numbering begins at 0001 again. The last three
places after the dot denote the file format (DNG or JPG).
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Notes
• When using memory cards that were not formatted with this
camera, the file numbering will begin with 0001 again. Should
the memory card already contain a file with a higher number,
then numbering will be continued from that number.
• A relevant message will be displayed on the LCD panel once
folder number 999 and file number 9999 are reached, and all
numbering must be reset.
• Format the memory card and reset the picture number right
after to reset the folder number to 100.
EDIT FILE NAMES
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Edit File NamesEdit File Names
• A keyboard submenu is displayed.
• The input line contains the factory setting “L” as the first letter
of the file name. Only this letter can be changed.
▸ Enter a letter of your choice (see p. 62)
▸ Confirm
Notes
• The change to a file name applies to all subsequent pictures or
until a new change is made. The sequential number will not be
affected; but it will be reset when a new folder is created.
• During a reset to factory settings, the first letter will always be
reset to “L”.
• Lower case letters are unavailable.
Other functions
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CREATING A NEW FOLDER
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select Reset Image NumberingReset Image Numbering
• A relevant prompt is displayed.
▸ Confirm the creation of a new folder (YesYes) or cancel the new
folder (
NoNo)
Note
• The name part (first letter) of a new folder created this way
remains unchanged. The file numbers in that folder will start
again at 0001.
ADDING COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
This camera allows you to enter letters and other characters as a
copyright mark for your picture files.
You can enter up to 20 characters of information under 2 headings
per picture.
▸ Select Camera InformationCamera Information in the main menu
▸ Select Copyright InformationCopyright Information in the submenu
▸ Activate the CopyrightCopyright function (OnOn)
▸ Select InformationInformation/ArtistArtist in the submenu
• A keyboard submenu is displayed.
▸ Enter the desired information (see p. 62)
▸ Confirm
RECORDING THE IMAGE LOCATION WITH GPS
(ONLY IN CONNECTION WITH THE LEICA FOTOS APP)
The GPS (global positioning system) allows the pinpointing of a
receiver anywhere in the world. The GPS function is activated
automatically when a connection to the Leica FOTOS app is active
and if the GPS function is active on the mobile device. The camera
will then continuously receive the current GPS data (latitude and
longitude, elevation above sea level) and writes this information
into the Exif data of the images.
▸ Activate the GPS function on the mobile device
▸ Activate Leica FOTOS and connect to the camera
Notes
• This function is available only as long as the camera is on line
with the Leica FOTOS app.
• The use of GPS and associated technologies may be restricted
in some countries or regions. Violations will be prosecuted by
local authorities.
• You should therefore contact your travel agent or the embassy of
your destination country for relevant information beforehand.
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FORMATTING A MEMORY CARD
Memory cards that have already been in use with this camera will
usually not require formatting. An unformatted memory card that is
inserted into the camera for the first time must be formatted. We
recommend formatting memory cards from time to time, because
residual data traces (data pertaining to individual pictures) may
reduce the card’s memory capacity. The two memory cards will be
formated separately.
▸ Select Format CardFormat Card in the main menu
▸ Select Format SD Card 1Format SD Card 1 or Format SD Card 2Format SD Card 2
▸ Confirm the selection
• The lower status LED will flash during that process.
Notes
• Never switch off the camera while data transfer is in progress.
• All data stored on the memory card will be lost during format-
ting. Formatting will not be prevented by the deletion protection
set for individual pictures.
• All images should therefore be regularly transferred to a safe
mass storage medium, e.g. the hard disk of a computer.
• A simple formatting process will initially not irretrievably destroy
existing data on the card. Only the directory will be deleted,
which means the data will no longer be directly accessible. Data
access can be restored with appropriate software. Only data
that is overwritten when new data is saved will actually be
irretrievable.
• A memory card should be formatted again in the camera if it was
formatted in another device, e.g. a computer.
• Contact your retailer or Leica Customer Care if the memory card
cannot be formatted/overwritten (see p. 232).
DATA TRANSFER
Data can be conveniently transferred to mobile devices via Leica
FOTOS (see p. 202). Alternatively, a card reader or USB cable can
be used for the transfer.
ABOUT LEICA FOTOS
▸ See chapter “Leica FOTOS” (p.202)
VIA USB CABLE
The camera supports multiple data transfer options (PTP and mass
storage mode). A transfer mode can be permanently selected or
chosen every time a connection is established.
Factory setting:
PTPPTP
▸ Select Camera SettingsCamera Settings in the main menu
▸ Select USB-ModeUSB-Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
(
Mass StorageMass Storage, PTPPTP, Select on connectionSelect on connection)
Notes
• We recommend using a card reader for the transfer of large files.
• The USB connection must not be interrupted while data is being
transferred, as the computer or the camera could otherwise
“crash” and irreparable damage could occur on the memory
card.
• The camera must not be turned off or automatically shut itself
down due to a lack of battery power while data is being
transferred, as this can cause the computer to crash. For the
same reason, the battery must never be removed from the
camera while the connection is active.
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USING RAW DATA (DNG)
You will need specific software for editing data in DNG format, e.g.
the professional raw data converter Adobe
®
Photoshop
®
Light-
room
®
.
It allows high-quality conversions of stored raw data. It furthermore
provides quality-optimized algorithms for digital color processing,
delivering exceptionally low-noise photographs with incredible
resolution. During editing, you can adjust parameters like
gradation, sharpness etc. in retrospect to achieve the best possible
image quality.
You will receive a temporary membership for the Adobe Creative
Cloud Foto subscription with the purchase of this camera. You will
have to register the camera online to take advantage of this
membership:
club.leica-camera.com
RESETTING THE CAMERA TO FACTORY SETTINGS
This function allows you to reset all your custom menu settings
back to the factory settings. You can optionally exclude the user
profiles, WiFi and Bluetooth settings, as well as the image
numbering from the reset individually.
▸ Select Reset CameraReset Camera in the main menu
• The prompt
Reset Camera Settings?Reset Camera Settings? appears.
▸ Confirm or reject the reset to factory settings (YesYes) / (NoNo)
• Selecting
NoNo will cancel the reset and the display will return to
the main menu. Selecting
YesYes will trigger additional prompts
regarding the settings you can opt to keep.
▸ Confirm or reject the reset of the user profiles (YesYes) / (NoNo)
▸ Confirm or reject the reset of the WiFi and Bluetooth settings
(
YesYes) / (NoNo)
▸ Confirm or reject the reset of the image numbering (YesYes)/ (NoNo)
• The message
Please Restart the CameraPlease Restart the Camera appears.
▸ Switch the camera off and on again
Notes
• Date & time, as well as the preferred language will have to be set
up again after a reset. Relevant prompts will appear on screen.
• You reset the image file numbering separately via the menu item
Reset Image NumberingReset Image Numbering (see p.196).
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FIRMWARE UPDATES
Leica is continuously working on the further improvement and
optimization of your camera. Since many camera functions are
entirely controlled by software, some of these improvements and
additions to the functional scope can be installed in retrospect.
Leica offers firmware updates at irregular intervals, which you can
download from our website.
Leica will notify you of any new updates, once you have registered
your camera.
Find out which firmware version is currently installed
▸ Select Camera InformationCamera Information in the main menu
• The current firmware versions are displayed.
More information about registering, firmware updates and how to
download them to your camera, as well as any amendments and
additions to this manual can be found in the customer area of our
website at:
club.leica-camera.com
UPDATING THE CAMERA FIRMWARE
▸ Download the latest firmware version
▸ Save the download to the memory card
▸ Insert the memory card into the camera
▸ Switching the camera on
▸ Select Camera InformationCamera Information in the main menu
▸ Select Camera Firmware VersionCamera Firmware Version
▸ Select Start UpdateStart Update
• A prompt with information about the camera is displayed.
▸ Check the version information
▸ Select YesYes
• The prompt Save profiles on SD Card?Save profiles on SD Card? appears.
▸ Select YesYes/NoNo
• The update will start automatically.
• The lower status LED will flash during this process.
• Once the process has completed successfully, a relevant
on-screen message and prompt to restart the device will
appear on screen.
▸ Switch the camera off and on again
Other functions
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Notes
• The camera must not be switched off before the update is
completed.
• The message
Insufficient batteryInsufficient battery Update not possibleUpdate not possible will appear if
the battery is not sufficiently charged. Recharge the battery and
then repeat the process described above.
• Data & time, as well as the preferred language will have to be set
up again after the restart. Relevant prompts will appear on
screen.
• You will find additional device and country-specific registration
marks and numbers in the
Camera InformationCamera Information submenu.
UPDATING THE LENS FIRMWARE
Where available, you can optionally carry out firmware updates for
lenses. The instructions provided for camera firmware updates
apply.
▸ Download the latest firmware version
▸ Save the download to the memory card
▸ Insert the memory card into the camera
▸ Switching the camera on
▸ Select Camera InformationCamera Information in the main menu
▸ Select Lens Firmware VersionLens Firmware Version
▸ Select Start UpdateStart Update
▸ Select YesYes
UPDATING THE ADAPTER FIRMWARE
Where available, you can optionally carry out firmware updates for
adapters. The instructions provided for camera firmware updates
apply.
▸ Download the latest firmware version
▸ Save the download to the memory card
▸ Insert the memory card into the camera
▸ Switching the camera on
▸ Select Camera InformationCamera Information in the main menu
▸ Select Adaptor Firmware VersionAdaptor Firmware Version
▸ Select Start UpdateStart Update
▸ Select YesYes
Note
• The relevant menu item will only be visible if an adapter is
mopunted and activ.
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Leica FOTOS
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LEICA FOTOS
The camera can be controlled remotely using a smartphone/tablet
PC. This will require an installation of the Leica FOTOS app on the
mobile device.
▸ Scan the following QR code with the mobile device
or
▸ The app is available from Apple App Store™/Google Play Store™
CONNECTING
FIRST-TIME CONNECTION TO A MOBILE DEVICE
The connection is established via Bluetooth. A pairing of the
camera and the mobile device is required for a first-time connec-
tion to a mobile device.
CONNECTION WIZARD
The connection wizard appears at initial startup of the camera or
after a camera reset. These settings are also available via the menu
item
Leica FOTOSLeica FOTOS.
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USING THE MENU TO
ON THE MOBILE DEVICE
▸ Activate Bluetooth
▸ Launch the Leica FOTOS app
▸ Select the camera model
IN THE CAMERA
▸ Select Leica FOTOSLeica FOTOS in the main menu
▸ Select BluetoothBluetooth
• Bluetooth is activated.
▸ Follow the Leica FOTOS instructions
• The icons “Bluetooth” and “GPS” appear on the LCD panel
once a connection is established.
Notes
• The pairing process may take a few minutes to complete.
• Each mobile device only needs to be paired with the camera
once. The process adds the device to the list of known devices.
• GPS data will be automatically determined and written to the Exif
data when pictures are taken while the camera is connected to
the Leica FOTOS app.
CONNECTING WITH PAIRED DEVICES
▸ Select Leica FOTOSLeica FOTOS in the main menu
▸ Select BluetoothBluetooth
▸ Select OnOn
• Activate the Bluetooth function.
• The camera connects to the mobile device automatically.
Notes
• Should there be more than one known device in the vicinity of
the camera, then it will automatically connect to the first device
responding. A favorite mobile device cannot be specified.
• Disconnect and reconnect if the wrong device was connected.
SHUTTING DOWN THE CONNECTION
It is recommended to disable WLAN on the camera, once a
connection to a mobile device is no longer needed.
▸ Select Leica FOTOSLeica FOTOS in the main menu
▸ Select BluetoothBluetooth
▸ Select OffOff
Leica FOTOS
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REMOVING PAIRED DEVICES FROM THE LIST
We recommend removing rarely used devices from the list of
known devices to prevent unwanted connections.
▸ Select Leica FOTOSLeica FOTOS in the main menu
▸ Select DeleteDelete
▸ Select the relevant device
• A security prompt appears on the LCD panel.
▸ Select YesYes
Note
• The pairing process will have to be repeated to reconnect a
deleted device to the camera.
FIND THE MAC ADDRESS
You can find the MAC address of the Leica SL2-S in the camera
menu.
▸ Select Camera InformationCamera Information in the main menu
REMOTE CAMERA CONTROL
You can take pictures and record video remotely via the mobile
device, and can also change image settings or transfer data to the
mobile device. A list of available functions and instructions for their
use can be found in the Leica FOTOS app.
REMOTE CAMERA ACTIVATION
The camera can be activated remotely from off or standby if this
function is activated in the camera. The Bluetooth function must be
active.
▸ Select Leica FOTOSLeica FOTOS in the main menu
▸ Select Remote WakeupRemote Wakeup
▸ Select OnOn
• The camera will scan for known devices and automatically
establishes a connection.
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Important information
• Remote activation will activate the camera even if it was
switched off via the main switch.
• Accidental remote camera activation may result in unwanted
pictures taken and excessive power consumption.
• A third-party device can – provided is has been paired with
the camera – access the camera remotely if your own mobile
device is not currently connected or its Bluetooth function is
deactivated. This poses a danger of unauthorized access to
your data or camera functions.
Solution
• Only activate this function just before you want to use it.
• Disable the function as soon as it is no longer needed.
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CARE/STORAGE
We recommend the following if the camera will not be used for an
extended period of time:
– Switch off the camera
– Remove the memory card
– Remove the battery (after approx. 2 months the set date and
time will be lost)
CAMERA HOUSING
• Keep your equipment meticulously clean, as any kind of dirt
residue presents a breeding ground for micro organisms.
• Only clean the camera with a soft, dry cloth. Stubborn dirt
should first be moistened with a watered-down detergent and
can then be wiped away with a dry cloth.
• Wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it out thoroughly and use it
to wipe down the camera. Then wipe it down thoroughly with a
dry cloth.
• Wipe the camera with a clean, lint-free cloth to remove stains
and fingerprints. Tougher dirt in hard to reach corners of the
camera housing can be removed with a small brush. Take care
not to touch the shutter blades.
• Store the camera in a closed and padded container to prevent
friction damage and protect it against dust accumulation.
• Keep the camera in a dry, sufficiently ventilated place, where it
will not be subjected to high temperatures and humidity. Make
sure to remove all moisture from the camera if it was used in
humid conditions.
• Do not store the camera in a leather case for extended periods
of time to prevent fungal contamination.
• Empty you camera bag completely if it ever gets wet during use.
Your equipment might otherwise be subjected to moisture and
tanning residue released by the moist leather.
• All mechanical bearings and sliding surfaces on your camera are
lubricated. Remember to press the shutter button several times
every three months to prevent the lubrication points hardening if
the camera will not be used for an extended period of time. We
also recommend repeated adjustment and use of all the other
operating elements.
• When using your camera in tropical climates, make sure to
expose the equipment to sunlight and fresh air as much as
possible to prevent fungal growth. Storage in airtight containers
or cases is recommended only in conjunction with a desiccant
like silica gel.
LENS
• A soft-bristle brush will usually suffice to remove dust from the
outer lenses. Remove more severe soiling with a clean, soft cloth
that is completely free of foreign matter. Wipe the lens in a circu-
lar motion from the center outward. We recommend using
microfiber cloths that come in a protective container and are
available from photography shops and other optical retailers.
These cloths are machine-washable at 40°C. Do not use fabric
softener and do not iron them. Never use spectacle lens
cleaning cloths, as these are soaked in chemicals, which could
damage the glass of the camera lenses.
• Attach a transparent UVA filter for optimal front lens protection
in unfavorable conditions (e.g. sand, salt water spray). Please
remember that the filter may create unwanted light reflections in
some backlight situations and in case of high contrasts.
• Lens caps also protect the lens against accidental fingerprint
smudges and rain.
• All mechanical bearings and sliding surfaces on your lens are
lubricated. Make sure to periodically move the focus ring and the
aperture setting ring to prevent seizing if the lens will not be
used for an extended period of time.
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VIEWFINDER/LCD PANEL
• Switch off your camera and leave it to stand at room tempera-
ture for around 1 hour if condensation has formed on or in the
camera. The condensation will disappear, once the camera
temperature has reached room temperature.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
• Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries should only be stored
partially charged, i.e. not fully depleted or fully charged. The
camera LCD panel will show the current charge level of the
battery. Charge the battery twice a year for around 15 minutes
to avoid deep discharge in case of very long storage periods.
MEMORY CARDS
• Make sure to store memory cards in their anti-static container
when not in use.
• Do not store memory cards where they will be exposed to high
temperatures, direct sunlight, magnetic fields or static
electricity. Always remove the memory card if the camera will
not be used for an extended period of time.
• We recommend formatting the memory card from time to time,
because fragmented residual data from deleted files may block
some of its storage capacity.
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FAQ
Problem possible cause to be verified Troubleshooting suggestions
Battery issues
Battery is depleted too quickly Battery too cold Warm the battery (e.g. in pants pocket) and only insert
directly before use
Battery too hot Allow battery to cool down
LCD panel or EVF set too bright Reduce brightness
Power save mode deactivated
Activate Auto Power OffAuto Power Off
AF mode permanently activated Select other mode
Permanent WLAN connection Deactivate WLAN when not in use
Continuous use of LCD panel (e.g. in Live View mode) Deactivate the function
Battery has been recharged too many times The battery has reached the end of its operating time
Replace battery
Third-party lens with high power consumption connected Change battery, use handgrip, use external power
supply via USB
Tracking-AF with AFc activated Use AFs or MF
Preview of the recorded images (PreviewPreview) activated Deactivate the function
Charging process not starting Incorrect battery polarization or faulty charger
connection
Check polarization and connection
Charging takes too long Battery too hot or too cold Charge the battery at room temperature
Charging pilot light is on, but battery isn't charging The battery contacts are dirty Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth
Battery has been recharged too many times The battery has reached the end of its operating time
Replace battery
Battery not charging via USB The battery can only be charged via USB when the
camera is off
Switch off the camera
Camera problems
The camera suddenly switches itself off Battery is depleted Charge or replace the battery
The camera won’t switch on Battery is depleted Charge or replace the battery
Battery too cold Warm the battery (e.g. in pants pocket)
The camera switches off again immediately after it
is switched on
Battery is depleted Charge or replace the battery
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Camera is heating up Heat development due to high-res video recording (4K) or
serial exposures with DNG
Not a fault; allow camera to cool down if it gets too hot
Camera does not recognize the memory card The memory card is not compatible or defective Replace the memory card
Memory card is incorrectly formatted Format the memory card in the camera
(Caution: Loss of data!)
Menus and displays
Electronic viewfinder is dark EVF brightness is set too low Set the EVF brightness
Display language is not English -
Select EnglishEnglish in the LanguageLanguage menu
Electronic viewfinder is dark Switchover between EVF and LCD incorrectly set Select a suitable setting
Viewfinder is out of focus Check the diopter setting and adjust as needed
The LCD panel is to dark or too bright/not clear The brightness setting is incorrect Adjust the display brightness
Viewing angle is too small View the LCD panel at a perpendicular angle
Brightness sensor is blocked Make sure that the brightness sensor is not blocked
FavoritesFavorites menu does not appear The favorites menu is empty Add at least one function
Live View stops suddenly or doesn't start The camera is hot due to high ambient temperature,
extended Live View operation, extended video recording
or serial exposures
Allow camera to cool down
The brightness in Live View mode is not the same
as in the pictures
The brightness settings for the LCD panel have no
influence over the exposures
Adjust the brightness settings as needed
Exposure preview is deactivated Activate the function
The number of remaining exposures does not
count down after a picture is taken
The exposure requires only very little memory space This is not a fault; the number of remaining exposures
is calculated as approximations
Recording
Image noise appears on the LCD panel/in the
viewfinder when the shutter button is pressed to
the first pressure point
The gain is increased to aid image composition if the
object is insufficiently lit with reduced aperture opening
Not a fault – picture quality will not be impacted
LCD panel/viewfinder deactivates after a very
short time
Power Save settings are activated Change the settings as needed
The display switches off after the picture is taken/
the LCD panel goes dark after the picture is taken
Flash loads after picture is taken, LCD panel deactivates
during load time
Wait until the flash is loaded
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The camera won’t take a picture/shutter button is
deactivated
Memory card is full Replace the memory card
The memory card is not formated Reformat the memory card
(Caution: Loss of data!)
The memory card is write protected Deactivate the write protection on the memory card
(small lever on the side of the memory card)
Dirt on the memory card contacts Clean the contacts with a soft cotton or linen cloth
The memory card is damaged Replace the memory card
The sensor is overheating Allow camera to cool down
The camera has switched off automatically
(
Auto Power OffAuto Power Off)
Switch the camera on again
deactivate auto shutdown as needed
Picture data is being written to the memory card and the
cache is full
Wait
Noise reduction function is working (e.g. after night
photography with long exposure times)
Wait or deactivate noise reduction
Battery is depleted Charge or replace the battery
Camera is processing a picture Wait
Image numbering has reached its limit See section “Data Management”
Flash won't fire The flash cannot be used with the current settings Refer to the list of flash function-compatible settings
Battery is depleted Charge or replace the battery
Pressing the shutter button while flash is still loading Wait until the flash is loaded
Electronic shutter function is selected Change the setting
Automatic bracketing or Picture series is activated Change the setting
The flash does not fully illuminate the object Object is outside the flash range Move object into flash range
Flash is covered Make sure the th flash unit is not covered by your finger
or some object
Image does not sharpen automatically AF is deactivated Activate AF
No face detection/faces are not recognized Face is covered (sunglasses, hat, long hair, etc.) Remove distracting objects
Face takes up to little space in the picture composition Change image composition
Face is tilted or horizontal Keep face straight
Camera not held straight Hold camera straight
Face is insufficiently lit Use flash, improve illumination
Camera selects incorrect object The incorrectly selected object is closer to the image
center that the main object
Change the image section or take picture using the
focus lock
The incorrectly selected object is a face Deactivate face detection
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FAQ
211
No continuous recording available The camera is overheated and the function was
temporarily disabled to protect the camera
Allow camera to cool down
The image on the LCD panel displays lots of noise Light enhancement function of the LCD panel in dark
surroundings
Not a fault – picture quality will not be impacted
Image storage takes a long time Noise Suppression is activated for long-term exposures Deactivate the function
The memory card inserted is slow Use a suitable memory card
Manual white balance is unavailable The image object is too bright or too dark
Camera does not focus Desired object part is too close to the camera Select Macro mode
Desired object part is very far away Exit Macro mode
Object not suitable for AF Use Focus lock or select manual focus
AF metering field is framed in red with activated
AF; images out of focus
Focusing was unsuccessful Try to focus again
No AF metering field selectable Focus ring not in AF position Turn the focus ring to the AF position
Automatic Metering Field Control or Face Detection in AF
Mode is selected
Select other control mode
Image Review is activated Deactivate Image Review
Camera is in Standby mode Press the shutter button to the first pressure point
AF assist light does not light up Camera is in video recording mode Change the mode
Function is deactivated Activate AF
MF SetupMF Setup is grayed out The mounted lens does not support this setting Use another lens
Focus Limit (Macro)Focus Limit (Macro) is grayed out in the camera
settings
The mounted lens does not support this setting Use another lens
Lens ProfilesLens Profiles is grayed out in the camera settings No M-adapterL or R-adapterL attached This menu is available only for Leica M and Leica R
lenses
Multi-ShotMulti-Shot is grayed out Use an APS-C lens Use another lens
Shutter TypeShutter Type is set to MechanicalMechanical Set the Shutter TypeShutter Type to ElectronicElectronic or HybridHybrid
Video recording
No video is recorded The camera is overheated and the function was
temporarily disabled to protect the camera
Allow camera to cool down
Video recording stops Maximum length of individual video sequence was
reached
The memory card's write speed is too low for the
selected video resolution/compression
Insert another memory card or change the storage
method
L-Lo gL- Log is not selectable in video mode A 10 bit format was not selected as the video format Switch to 10 bit format for the video format
FAQ
EN
212
In video mode, I see ASAASA instead of ISOISO, angle
instead shutter speed and T-exposure values
instead of F-values
CineCine was selected as recording mode Switch from CineCine to VideoVideo mode
There are visible exposure jumps during zooming
The camera is set to Auto ISOAuto ISO Switch to Floating ISOFloating ISO
Review/playback and video/image management
Selected images cannot be deleted Some of the selected images are write protected Remove write protection (using the device with which
the file was originally set to write protected)
File numbering does not start at 1 The memory card contains previously stored images See section “Data Management”
The time and date settings are incorrect or are not
displayed
The camera has not been in use for an extended period
of time (the battery was removed)
Insert a charged battery and configure the correct
settings
The time and date stamp on images are incorrect Time settings are incorrect Set the time correctly
Caution: Time settings will be lost if the camera is not
used/remains in storage with a depleted battery over
an extended period of time
The time and date stamp on images are unwanted Setting was ignored Cannot be removed in retrospect
Deactivate the function as needed
Pictures/recordings are damaged or missing The memory card was removed while the readiness
indicator was flashing
Never remove the memory card while the readiness
indicator is flashing. Charge the battery.
The memory card formatting is faulty or the card is
damaged
Reformat the memory card
(Caution: Loss of data!)
The most recent recording is not displayed on the
LCD panel
Preview is deactivated
Activate PreviewPreview
Parts of my video scenes are not fully in the
picture
Difference of aspect ratios between camera and
playback medium
Set the correct aspect ratio on the camera
Picture quality
The picture is too bright Light sensor was covered while picture was taken Make sure that the light sensor is not obstructed
Image noise Long exposure times (>1s) Activate the noise suppression function for long
exposure times
ISO sensitivity set too high Decrease ISO sensitivity
Unnatural colors White balance not or incorrectly set Adjust white balance to light source or adjust manually
Round white stains, similar to soap bubbles Flash photography in very dark environment: Reflection
of dust particles
Deactivate the flash
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Images are out of focus Lens is dirty Clean the lens
Lens is obstructed Make sure that lens is unobstructed
Camera moved during exposure Use flash
Mount the camera on a tripod
Use faster shutter speeds
Macro Function Select the appropriate mode
Images are overexposed Flash is activated in bright surroundings Change the flash mode
Strong light source in the image Avoid strong light sources in picture composition
(Half) backlight falling into the lens (also from light
sources outside the image range)
Use the lens hood or change to another subject
Selected exposure time is too long Select a shorter exposure time
Out of focus/picture stabilizer not functioning Exposure at a dark location without flash Use a tripod
The image is grainy or there is image noise ISO sensitivity set too high Decrease ISO sensitivity
Horizontal stripes Picture was taken with electronic shutter under a light
source like a fluorescent lamp
Try shorter shutter speeds
Unnatural colors and brightness Picture taken in artificial light or extreme brightness Set white balance or select correct lighting presets
No images are displayed No memory card inserted Insert a memory card
The recordings were taken with another camera Transfer the recordings to another device to view them
Images cannot be displayed File name of the image was changed on a PC Use appropriate software for image transfers from a PC
to the camera
Video quality
Video recordings show flickering/stripes Light source interference in artificial lighting
Select a different frame rate (suitable for the local
Alternating current (AC) grid frequency) under
Video ResolutionVideo Resolution
Camera noise in video recording The setting wheels were used Avoid using the setting wheels during video recordings
No sound on video recording Playback volume is set too low Increase playback volume
Microphone was covered during recording Make sure the microphone is not obstructed while
recording video
Speakers are covered Make sure that speakers are unobstructed during
playback
Microphone was deactivated while recording Activate the microphone
Flickering or horizontal stripes in the video
recording
CMOS sensors will display this phenomenon when light
sources like LED lamps or fluorescent tubes are used
Quality may be improved by selecting a manual shutter
speed (e.g. 1/100s)
FAQ
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Smartphones/WLAN
WLAN connection gets interrupted Camera deactivates when it overheats (safety feature) Allow camera to cool down
Cannot pair with a mobile device The camera was already paired with the mobile device Delete the camera registration from the Bluetooth
settings in the mobile device and repeat pairing
process
Mobile device connection/image transfer not
working
The mobile device is too far away Bring the devices closer to each other
Interference from other devices in the vicinity, e.g. other
smartphones or a microwave oven
Increase distance to interfering devices
Interference from multiple mobile devices in the vicinity Re-establish the connection/remove other mobile
devices
Mobile device is currently connected to another device Check connection
Camera does not appear on the WLAN
configuration screen of the mobile device
Mobile device does not recognize camera Switch the WLAN function of the mobile device off and
on again
EN
FAQ
215
Menu overview
EN
216
MENU OVERVIEW
DIRECT ACCESS
Function PHOTO VIDEO/CINE Page
Status
screen
Favorites FN buttons Status
screen
Favorites FN buttons
Photo - VideoPhoto - Video
u
l l
(top left)
u
l l
(top left)
151
Toggle Info LevelsToggle Info Levels
l l
(rear left)
l l
(rear left)
83, 175
MagnificationMagnification
l l
(front top)
l
116, 120,
158
Drive ModeDrive Mode
u H
l
108
Interval ShootingInterval Shooting
H
l
139
Exposure BracketingExposure Bracketing
H
l
141
FocusingFocusing
H
l
H
l
109 — 119
Focus ModeFocus Mode
u H
l
u H
l
109, 117,
153, 159
AF ModeAF Mode
u H
l
l
(front
bottom)
u H
l
l
(front
bottom)
110, 115,
154, 157
AF ProfilesAF Profiles
u
113
Focus AssistFocus Assist
H
l
H
l
85, 119, 160
u
=
Accessible via
the status screen
H
=
Available for
the favorites menu
l
=
Available for
FN buttons
l
=
Factory settings of
the FN buttons
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Function PHOTO VIDEO/CINE Page
Status
screen
Favorites FN buttons Status
screen
Favorites FN buttons
Exposure MeteringExposure Metering
u H
l
u H
l
128, 169
Exposure CompensationExposure Compensation
u H
l
u H
l
137, 141,
173
ISOISO (PHOTO & Video)*
Exposure IndexExposure Index(Cine)*
u H
l
l
(top right)
u H
l
l
(top right)
65, 122,
162 — 164
Auto ISO SettingsAuto ISO Settings
H
l
H
l
(only in
video
mode)
122, 163
White BalanceWhite Balance
u H
l
u H
l
124 — 126,
165 — 167
GraycardGraycard
H
l
H
l
125, 166
Photo File FormatPhoto File Format
u
H
l
89
JPG SettingsJPG Settings
91 — 93
JPG ResolutionJPG Resolution
u
H
l
91
Film StyleFilm Style
H
l
92, 93
Image StabilizationImage Stabilization
H
l
H
l
95, 106
Shutter TypeShutter Type
H
l
94
Flash SettingsFlash Settings
H
l
147 — 149
Flash Exp. CompensationFlash Exp. Compensation
H
l
148, 149
Menu overview
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Function PHOTO VIDEO/CINE Page
Status
screen
Favorites FN buttons Status
screen
Favorites FN buttons
User ProfileUser Profile
u H
l
u H
l
192 — 194
Video Format / ResolutionVideo Format / Resolution
u H
l
100
Video StyleVideo Style
H
l
101
Display SettingsDisplay Settings
EVF-LCDEVF-LCD
H
l
l
(rear top)
H
l
l
(rear top)
75, 175
Format CardFormat Card
u H
l
H
l
197
Dial LockDial Lock
u H
l
u H
l
70
Joystick LockJoystick Lock
H
l
H
l
70
Camera SettingsCamera Settings
34, 38,
72 — 74, 77,
78, 80 — 84,
96, 106, 195,
196, 198
Lens ProfilesLens Profiles
H
l
H
l
38
Audio LevelsAudio Levels
(
Microphone GainMicrophone Gain + headphone
volume)
u
l l
(front top)
102, 103
Leica FOTOSLeica FOTOS
u u
202 — 205
* The Audio LevelsAudio Levels function is only available via direct access and not via the main menu.
EN
Menu overview
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Index
EN
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INDEX
4K ........................................................................................... 100
A
A (Aperture priority) ......................................................... 131, 172
Accessories ................................................................................. 3
Acoustic signals ......................................................................... 77
Adapter .............................................................................. 40, 200
AE-L ................................................................................. 134, 135
AF assist light .................................................................... 96, 117
AFc .................................................................................. 109, 153
AF confirmation ................................................................... 78, 96
AF-L......................................................................................... 135
AF/MF, toggling ....................................................................... 109
AF mode .......................................................................... 109, 153
AF Mode .......................................................................... 110, 154
AFs .................................................................................. 109, 153
Akademie, Leica .......................................................................234
Aper ture .......................................................................... 129, 170
Aperture priority .............................................................. 131, 172
App.......................................................................................... 202
ASA ......................................................................................... 164
Aspect ratio ............................................................... 90, 100, 107
Assist function ................................................................... 82, 106
Assist functions, AF.................................................... 96, 116, 158
Assist functions, MF ......................................................... 118, 160
Autofocus ................................................................ 109, 113, 153
Auto ISO ..........................................................................122, 163
Automatic program .......................................................... 130, 171
Automatic review ............................................................. 185, 186
Auto Review ............................................................................. 185
Auxiliary displays ................................................................ 82, 107
B
Basic recording settings ....................................................... 80, 88
Basic settings, camera ............................................................... 72
Basic settings, recording ...................................................... 80, 88
Brightness, EVF .......................................................................... 76
Brightness, LCD panel ................................................................ 76
Bulb ......................................................................................... 133
Button assignment .....................................................................66
C
C4K ......................................................................................... 100
Camera information ................................................................. 199
Care ........................................................................................ 206
Carry strap .......................................................................... 10, 32
Center-weighted metering ................................................ 128, 169
Charger ................................................................................. 9, 32
Charge status, charger ............................................................... 33
Charge status, LCD panel ........................................................... 31
Charging the battery .................................................................. 33
Cine ......................................................................................... 150
Clipping ............................................................................. 84, 178
Color profile ............................................................................... 92
Color rendering, EVF .................................................................. 76
Color rendering, LCD panel ........................................................76
Color saturation ......................................................................... 92
Color settings, EVF .....................................................................76
Color settings, LCD panel ........................................................... 76
Color temperature ............................................................ 126, 167
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Index
221
Connection, mobile devices .....................................................202
Contact. Leica ......................................................................... 234
Contrast, image properties ......................................................... 92
Copyright ................................................................................. 196
Customer service ..................................................................... 234
D
Data management ....................................................................194
Data structure .......................................................................... 194
Data transfer............................................................................ 197
Date .................................................................................... 64, 72
Deactivation, LCD panel ............................................................. 77
Deletion, recordings ................................................................. 182
Deletion, user profiles ..............................................................192
Diopter adjustment ....................................................................42
Direct access ..................................................................... 66, 216
Displays ................................................................... 26, 28, 30, 82
Display, settings ......................................................................... 74
Display, standby ......................................................................... 77
Disposal ....................................................................................... 6
Distance display ............................................................... 121, 162
Distance unit ............................................................................. 73
DNG .................................................................................. 89, 198
Drive Mode .............................................................. 108, 138, 139
E
Editing, video ........................................................................... 190
Electronic shutter ................................................................. 78, 94
Electronic shutter sound ............................................................78
EVF ............................................................................................ 77
EV, increment ............................................................................ 81
EV Increment ............................................................................. 81
Exposure .......................................................................... 127, 168
Exposure, automatic ......................................................... 130, 171
Exposure bracketing ................................................................. 140
Exposure compensation ................................................... 137, 173
Exposure compensation, flash .................................................. 148
Exposure lock .......................................................................... 134
Exposure, long-term ........................................................... 94, 133
Exposure, manual ............................................................. 132, 172
Exposure metering, flash ..........................................................145
Exposure, metering methods ............................................ 128, 169
Exposure, modes ............................................................. 129, 170
Exposure preview ..................................................................... 134
Exposure simulation ................................................................. 134
Exposure time, max. ................................................................. 133
Eye sensor ................................................................................. 75
F
Face detection ................................................................. 112, 156
Factory settings ....................................................................... 198
FAQ ......................................................................................... 208
Favorites, menu ........................................................... 59, 65, 216
Favorites, pictures .................................................................... 182
FHD ......................................................................................... 100
Field metering .................................................................. 110, 154
File format ........................................................................... 89, 99
File name ................................................................................. 195
Film Style ............................................................................. 92, 93
Firing point, flash ..................................................................... 146
Firmware ........................................................................... 14, 199
Fixed ISO value ................................................................ 122, 162
Index
EN
222
Flash ........................................................................................ 144
Flash, control ........................................................................... 146
Flash, exposure compensation .................................................148
Flash, exposure metering ......................................................... 145
Flash, firing point ..................................................................... 146
Flash, range ............................................................................. 147
Flash, setting ...........................................................................146
Flash, synchronization ..............................................................146
Flash units, compatible ............................................................ 144
Floating ISO ..................................................................... 123, 164
FN button .......................................................................... 52, 216
Focus assist ..................................................................... 118, 160
Focusing .......................................................................... 109, 152
Focusing, automatic ......................................................... 109, 153
Focusing, manual ............................................................. 117, 159
Focusing, metering methods ............................................ 110, 154
Focus limit ................................................................................. 81
Focus mode ..................................................................... 109, 152
Focus peaking ............................................................ 85, 118, 160
Folder, creating new ................................................................. 196
Folders .................................................................................... 194
Folder structure ....................................................................... 194
Format ................................................................................. 89, 99
Formatting, memory card ......................................................... 197
Frame rate ............................................................................... 100
Front setting wheel .............................................................. 50, 67
Full HD ....................................................................................100
G
General information ................................................................... 12
Gray Card ........................................................................ 125, 166
Grid ........................................................................................... 84
H
Handgrip .................................................................................... 43
HDMI ....................................................................................... 106
HDR ......................................................................................... 140
Histogram .................................................................................. 87
Horizon ...................................................................................... 86
I
Image numbering .....................................................................194
Image properties ........................................................................ 92
Image stabilization, picture ......................................................... 95
Image stabilization, video .........................................................106
Individual button assignment ...................................................... 66
Info Bars .................................................................................... 84
Info profiles ................................................................................ 82
Information displays ................................................................... 82
Information, regulatory ................................................................. 5
Inserting/removing the battery .................................................. 34
Intelligent AF ....................................................................109, 153
Interval shooting ...................................................................... 139
ISO Sensitivity .................................................................. 122, 162
ISO value, greatest ........................................................... 122, 163
J
Joystick ................................................................................ 51, 69
JPG ...................................................................................... 89, 91
JPG settings ...............................................................................91
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Index
223
K
Keyboard ................................................................................... 62
Keylock ...................................................................................... 70
L
Language ................................................................................... 72
LCD panel, setting ...................................................................... 74
Legal information ......................................................................... 4
Leica Academy.........................................................................234
Leica Customer Care................................................................234
Leica FOTOS ........................................................................ 7, 202
Lens ...................................................................... 8, 37, 200, 206
Level gauge ................................................................................ 86
Lock .......................................................................................... 70
Long-term exposure ........................................................... 94, 133
M
Magnification, MF assist function ............................................. 119
Magnification, picture mode ..................................... 116, 158, 160
Magnification, Playback/Review mode ..................................... 179
Magnifying glass ...................................................................... 119
Main menu ................................................................................. 59
Main switch ............................................................................... 48
Manual exposure setting ..................................................132, 172
Manual focusing ............................................................... 117, 159
Maximum exposure time ..........................................................133
Memory card ........................................... 10, 13, 35, 90, 197, 207
Menu bar ................................................................................... 63
Menu control ............................................................................. 54
Menu language ..........................................................................72
Menu navigation................................................................... 56, 60
Menu screen .............................................................................. 55
Metering method, AF ........................................................ 110, 154
Metering method, exposure .............................................. 128, 169
MF ................................................................................... 117, 159
Microphone ............................................................................. 102
M (Manual exposure setting) ............................................132, 172
Mode, switching .......................................................................151
Monochrome, picture ................................................................. 92
MOV .......................................................................................... 99
MP4 ........................................................................................... 99
Multi-field metering, exposure .......................................... 128, 169
Multi-field metering, focusing ...........................................110, 154
Multishot .................................................................................142
N
Name, file ........................................................................ 194, 195
Name, folder ............................................................................ 194
Navigation, menu ................................................................. 56, 60
Noiseless ................................................................................... 78
Noise reduction ................................................... 93, 94, 131, 133
Notes, legal .................................................................................. 4
Number pad ............................................................................... 62
O
Operating mode, exposure ............................................... 129, 170
Operation, customized ............................................................... 65
Optical image stabilization ..........................................................95
P
Part Designations ....................................................................... 22
Parts, overview .......................................................................... 22
Index
EN
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P (automatic program)...................................................... 130, 171
Person detection ..............................................................112, 156
Picture, interval ........................................................................ 139
Picture mode ........................................................................... 108
Picture series ........................................................... 138, 139, 140
Picture, series .......................................................................... 138
Playback/Review, automatic ............................................185, 186
Playback/Review mode ............................................................ 174
Playback, video ........................................................................187
PLAY button ............................................................................... 51
Power off, automatic ............................................................ 74, 77
Power save ................................................................................ 74
Power save mode ....................................................................... 74
Pre Focus ................................................................................ 114
Problems ................................................................................. 208
Profile, user ............................................................................. 192
Q
Quick access ....................................................................... 65, 66
R
Rating, recording ...................................................................... 182
Raw data..................................................................................198
Rechargeable battery, capacity ...................................................31
Rechargeable battery, notes ........................................... 9, 12, 207
Recording, delete ..................................................................... 182
Recording, marking .................................................................. 182
Recording, rating ......................................................................182
Regulatory information ................................................................. 5
Remote control ........................................................................ 204
Repair ...................................................................................... 234
Replacement parts ....................................................................... 3
Reset, camera ..........................................................................198
Reset Camera ..........................................................................198
Reset, image numbering ........................................................... 196
Reset Image Numbering ........................................................... 196
Resolution .......................................................................... 91, 100
Restriction, focus area ...............................................................81
S
Safety remarks ............................................................................. 8
Saturation, image properties ...................................................... 92
Saving, energy ........................................................................... 74
Scale ......................................................................................... 63
Scope of delivery ......................................................................... 2
SD card ................................................... 10, 13, 35, 90, 197, 207
Self-timer ................................................................................. 143
Sensitivity, ASA ........................................................................ 164
Sensitivity, eye sensor ................................................................ 75
Sensitivity, ISO ................................................................. 122, 162
Sensor ................................................................................. 10, 13
Sensor format ...................................................................... 88, 98
Serial exposures ...................................................................... 138
Service .................................................................................... 234
Settings, store.......................................................................... 192
Setting wheel, front .............................................................. 50, 67
Sharpness, image properties ...................................................... 92
Shift ........................................................................................ 130
Short cut ............................................................................. 65, 66
Shutter button............................................................................ 49
Shutter, electronic................................................................ 78, 94
Shutter release ..........................................................................49
EN
Index
225
Shutter speed ..........................................................................129
Shutter speed/aperture combination ............................... 129, 170
Shutter speed priority mode ............................................. 131, 172
Signals, acoustic ........................................................................ 77
Silent ......................................................................................... 78
Silent operation ......................................................................... 78
Slide show ...............................................................................186
Smartphone ............................................................................. 202
Sound ................................................................................ 77, 189
Spot metering, exposure .................................................. 128, 169
Spot metering, focusing ................................................... 110, 154
S (Shutter speed priority mode) ........................................ 131, 172
Standby mode ............................................................................74
Status screen ................................................................. 26, 28, 57
Storage .................................................................................... 206
Submenu ................................................................................... 59
Switching, mode .............................................................. 151, 176
Switching on/off, camera .......................................................... 48
Sync point ............................................................................... 146
T
Tagging, recordings .................................................................. 182
Technical Data ......................................................................... 228
Thumbwheel ........................................................................ 50, 67
Time .................................................................................... 64, 73
Time code ................................................................................ 103
Time lapse ............................................................................... 139
Time zone .................................................................................. 73
Touch AF .................................................................................... 80
Touch control ....................................................................... 53, 80
Tracking ........................................................................... 111, 155
Transfer, data ........................................................................... 197
Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 208
TTL metering ....................................................................144, 145
U
Update, firmware ............................................................... 14, 199
USB ........................................................................................... 34
User-defined operation ............................................................... 65
User profiles ............................................................................ 192
V
Video ............................................................................... 150, 187
Video format .............................................................................. 99
Video Gamma .......................................................................... 104
Video mode ............................................................................. 150
Video stabilization .................................................................... 106
Volume ...................................................................................... 77
Volume, video .......................................................................... 189
W
Warning signal ........................................................................... 77
Warranty .................................................................................... 15
White balance ..................................................................124, 165
Wi-Fi/WLAN ................................................................................ 7
Wind noise reduction ............................................................... 102
Z
Zebra ......................................................................................... 84
Zone, focusing ................................................................. 111, 155
Technical Data
EN
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TECHNICAL DATA
CAMERA
DesignationDesignation
LeicaSL2-S
Camera typeCamera type
Mirrorless full-frame system camera
Type no.Type no.
9584
Order No.Order No.
10 880 EU/JP/US (black), 10 881 ROW (black)
Buffer memoryBuffer memory
4GB
DNG™: > 999 recordings
JPG: > 999 recordings
Storage mediumStorage medium
UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD cards up to 2GB / SDHC cards up
to 32GB / SDXC cards up to 512GB
MaterialMaterial
Full-metal housing made of aluminum and magnesium, leatherette
cover, splash-water protected in compliance with IEC standard 60529
(protection type IP54)
Lens mountLens mount
Leica L bayonet with contact strip for communication between lens and
camera
Operating conditionsOperating conditions
-10 to +40°C
InterfacesInterfaces
ISO accessory shoe with additional control contacts for Leica flash
units, HDMI jack 2.0b Type A, USB 3.1 Gen1 Type C, Audio-Out
3.5mm/Audio-In 3.5mm, contact for multifunction handgrip
Tripod threadTripod thread
A 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”) with stainless steel in the base
Dimensions (WxHxD)Dimensions (WxHxD)
146x107x42mm
WeightWeight
approx. 835g (without battery)
SENSOR
Sensor sizeSensor size
CMOS sensor, pixel pitch: 5.94 µm
35mm: 6072x4056pixels (24.6MP)
APS-C: 3984x2656pixels (10.6MP)
ProcessorProcessor
Leica Maestro series (Maestro III)
Image stabilizationImage stabilization
5 axis Body Image Stabilization, stabilizes up to 5.5 stops
FilterFilter
RGB color filter, UV/IR filter, no low-pass filter
File formatsFile formats
Photo: DNG™ (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF, Exif 2.31)
Video: MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC (Audio Format: 2ch 48 kHz/16bit,
AAC), MOV: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC (Audio Format: 2ch
48kHz/16bit, LPCM)
Picture resolutionPicture resolution
35mm DNG™
6000x4000pixels (24MP)
JPG
6000x4000pixels (24MP)
4272x2848pixels (12.2MP)
2976x1984pixels (5.9MP)
APS-C DNG™
3963x2624pixels (10.3MP)
JPG
3963x2624pixels (10.3MP)
2736x1824pixels (5MP)
1920x1280pixels (2.5MP)
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File sizeFile size
DNG™: approx. 44MB
JPG:depending on resolution and image content
Video: max. length: unlimited, max. file size: 96GB
Color depthColor depth
DNG™: 14bit (12bit with
Continuous - Very High SpeedContinuous - Very High Speed)
JPG: 8bit
Color spaceColor space
Foto: sRGB
Video: Rec. 709/Rec. 2020 (HLG)/L-Log
Recording Mode VideoRecording Mode Video
Video mode: P - A - S - M
Cine mode: M
Video ResolutionVideo Resolution
Sensor format Sensor area in use Resolution
35mm - C4K 6000x3168 (Pixel mix) 4096x2160
35mm - 4K 6000x3368 (Pixel mix) 3840x2160
35mm - Full HD 6000x3368 (Pixel mix) 1920x1080
APS-C - C4K 4128x2176 (Full scan) 4096x2160
APS-C - 4K 3984x2240 (Full scan) 3840x2160
APS-C - Full HD 3984x2240 (Pixel mix) 1920x1080
Video Frame rateVideo Frame rate
MOV C4K
59.94fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD) 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI) APS-C H.264 Long GOP 150 Mbps
50 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD) 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI) APS-C H.264 Long GOP 150 Mbps
29.97 fp s 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
24 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
MOV 4K
59.94 f ps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD) 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI) APS-C H.264 Long GOP 150 Mbps
50 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD) 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI) APS-C H.264 Long GOP 150 Mbps
29.97 fp s 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
23.98 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
MOV FHD
180 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
150 fp s 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
120 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
100 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
59.94 f ps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
50 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
29.97 fp s 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
23.98 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
MP4 4K
59.94 f ps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) APS-C H.264 Long GOP 150 Mbps
50 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) APS-C H.264 Long GOP 150 Mbps
29.97 fp s 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 100 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 100 Mbps
23.98 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 100 Mbps
MP4 FHD
180 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
150 fp s 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
120 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
100 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
59.94 f ps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 28 Mbps
50 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 28 Mbps
29.97 fp s 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
23.98 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 24 Mbps
Bit RateBit Rate
8bit/10bit for recordings on SD card, 10bit for HDMI output
Video GammaVideo Gamma
Rec. 709, L-Log Rec. 2020, HLG Rec. 2020
VIEWFINDER/LCD PANEL
Viewfinder (EVF)Viewfinder (EVF)
Resolution: 5,760,000dots, 120fps, magnification: 0.78x, aspect
ratio: 4:3, frame coverage: 100%, exit pupil position: 21mm, setting
range -4/+2dpt, with eye sensor for automatic switchover between
viewfinder and LCD panel, time delay0.005s
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LCD panelLCD panel
3.2” (backlight LED) with anti-fingerprint and anti-scratch coating,
2,100,000dots, format 3:2, touch control available
Top displayTop display
1.28” highly reflective trans-reflective monochrome LCD,
128x128pixels, viewing angle 120°; anti-fingerprint coating
SHUTTER
Shutter typeShutter type
Electronically controlled focal plane shutter/electronic shutter
Shutter speedsShutter speeds
Mech.shutter: Bulb, 30min to 1⁄8000s
Electr. shutter function: 60s to 1⁄16000s
Flash Synch: up to 1⁄250s
Shutter buttonShutter button
Two-stage
(1st stage: Activation of the camera electronics including autofocus
and exposure metering, 2nd stage: Taking the picture)
Self-timerSelf-timer
Delay time: 2s or 12s
Drive ModeDrive Mode
SingleSingle
Continuous - Low SpeedContinuous - Low Speed
2 fps
Continuous - Medium SpeedContinuous - Medium Speed
5 fps
Continuous - High SpeedContinuous - High Speed
9fps without AFc/AE/WB
Continuous - Very High SpeedContinuous - Very High Speed
25fps with electr. shutter function without
AFc/AE/WB
Interval ShootingInterval Shooting
Exposure BracketingExposure Bracketing
Multi-ShotMulti-Shot
Generates 2 DNG™ files: 1x 24MP, 1x
96MP
8 pictures are combined into one high-res
image
FOCUSING
Working rangeWorking range
30cm to ∞
With macro setting: from 17cm
Focus ModeFocus Mode
Automatic or manual
With manual setting: optional magnifying glass function
(
Auto MagnificationAuto Magnification) and edge marking (Focus PeakingFocus Peaking) available as
focus aids
Autofocus systemAutofocus system
Based on contrast metering and depth mapping
Autofocus modesAutofocus modes
Intelligent AFIntelligent AF (autonomously selects AFsAFs and AFcAFc), AFsAFs, AFcAFc, AF setting
can be saved, optional
Touch AFTouch AF
Autofocus metering methodsAutofocus metering methods
SpotSpot (can be shifted), FieldField (can be shifted), Multi-FieldMulti-Field, ZoneZone (can be
shifted),
Face/Body DetectionFace/Body Detection, TrackingTracking
Autofocus Metering FieldsAutofocus Metering Fields
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EXPOSURE
Exposure meteringExposure metering
TTL (exposure metering through the lens)
Exposure Metering MethodsExposure Metering Methods
SpotSpot, Center-WeightedCenter-Weighted, Multi-FieldMulti-Field
Exposure modesExposure modes
Automatic program (P)
Aperture priority (A): manual aperture setting
Shutter priority mode (S): manual shutter speed setting
Manual (M): manual setting for shutter speed and aperture
Exposure compensationExposure compensation
±3 EV in 1⁄3EV increments or 1⁄2 EV increments
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Automatic bracketingAutomatic bracketing
3 or 5 exposures, graduations between exposures up to 3EV, in 1⁄3EV
increments or 1⁄2 EV increments
additional optional exposure compensation: up to ±3 EV
ISO sensitivity rangeISO sensitivity range
Photo Video
Auto ISOAuto ISO
ISO100 to ISO100 000 ISO100 to ISO50 000
Manual ISO50 to ISO100 000 ISO50 to ISO50 000
White balanceWhite balance
Automatic (
AutoAuto), Default (DaylightDaylight - 5200 K, CloudyCloudy-6000 K,
ShadowShadow - 7000 K, TungstenTungsten - 3200 K, HMIHMI - 5600 K,
Fluorescent (warm)Fluorescent (warm) - 4000 K, Fluorescent (cool)Fluorescent (cool) - 4500 K,
FlashFlash - 5400 K), manual metering (GraycardGraycard, Graycard Live ViewGraycard Live View),
manual color temperature setting (
Color TemperatureColor Temperature, 2000 K to
11500 K)
FLASH EXPOSURE CONTROL
Flash unit connectorFlash unit connector
Via accessory shoe with central and control contacts
Flash sync timeFlash sync time
: 1⁄250s, slower shutter speeds available, automatic changeover to
TTL linear flash mode with HSS-compatible Leica flash units if sync
time is undercut
Flash exposure meteringFlash exposure metering
Using center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering with Leica flash units
(SF26, SF40, SF60) or with system-compatible flash units, remote
controlled flash SFC1
Flash exposure compensationFlash exposure compensation
SF40: ±2 EV in 1⁄2EV increments
SF60: ±2 EV in 1⁄3EV increments
EQUIPMENT
MicrophoneMicrophone
Stereo internal + microphone input 3.5mm stereo jack + supply
voltage (approx. 2.5V)
SpeakerSpeaker
Mono internal + headphones output 3.5mm stereo jack
WLANWLAN
WLAN function for connecting to the Leica FOTOS app. The Leica app
is available from the Apple App Store™ or the Google Play Store™.
Complies with Wi-Fi IEEE802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz, channel 1-11
(2412-2462 MHz) and Wi-Fi IEEE802.11ac, 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz, channel
39-48 (5180-5240 MHz), channel 52-64 (5260-5320 MHz), channel
100-140 (5500-5700 MHz) (standard WLAN protocol), encryption
method: WLAN-compatible WPA™/WPA2™
GPSGPS
Not available everywhere due to country-specific legislation; can be
added via the Leica FOTOS app. Data is written to Exif header of the
picture files.
BluetoothBluetooth
Bluetooth v4.2 (Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)), 2402 to 2480 MHz
Menu languagesMenu languages
English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Simplified
Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean
POWER SUPPLY
Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL4)Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL4)
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, rated voltage: 7.2V (DC); capacity:
1860mAh; charging time: approx. 140min (after deep discharge);
manufacturer: Panasonic Energy (Wuxi) Co. Ltd., Made in China
Approx. 510 exposures (according to CIPA standard, with
Auto Power OffAuto Power Off 10 s10 s), approx. 1430 exposures (according to CIPA
standard, adapted exposure cycle*, with
Auto Power OffAuto Power Off 5 s5 s)
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USB Power SupplyUSB Power Supply
USB charger function in standby mode or when switched off
USB power supply when switched on
Charger (Leica BC-SCL4)Charger (Leica BC-SCL4)
Input: AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz, 0.25A, automatic switchover; output:
DC 8.4V 0.85A; manufacturer: Salom Electric (Xiamen) Co., Ltd.,
Made in China
* Alternating: Switch on, one exposure every 3 s, shutdown after 10exposures,
5 min wait time; switch on, one exposure every 3 s, shutdown after 50expo-
sures, 5 min wait time
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Leica Customer Care
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LEICA CUSTOMER CARE
Please contact the Customer Care department of Leica Camera AG
for the maintenance of your Leica equipment and for help and
advice regarding Leica products and how to order them. You can
also contact the Customer Care department or the repair service
provided by your regional Leica subsidiary for repairs or warranty
claims.
Leica Camera AG
Leica Customer Care
Am Leitz-Park 5
35578 Wetzlar
Germany
Phone: +49 (0)6441 2080-189
Fax: +49 (0)6441 2080-339
Email: customer.care@leica-camera.com
www.leica-camera.com
LEICA ACADEMY
Have a look at our full seminar program with many interesting
workshops on the topic of photography at:
us.leica-camera.com/Leica-Akademie/Global-Leica-Akademie
