LEICA C-LUX INSTRUCTIONS
Finding the information you need In these instructions, you can find the information you need from the following pages.
How to use these instructions Recording mode icons Recording modes: In recording modes that show icons in black, you can select and execute the indicated menus and functions. (Custom Mode) has different functions depending on the recording mode that is registered. ■■About the symbols in the text Indicates that a menu item can be set after pressing the [MENU/SET] button. Indicates that a Wi-Fi setting can be made after pressing the [Wi-Fi] button. [AE|AF LOCK], [DISP], [ ], etc.
Table of Contents ■■Finding the information you need...... 2 ■■How to use these instructions............ 3 ■■Contents by Function........................ 10 Before Use ■■Before use.......................................... 12 ■■Scope of Delivery............................... 14 ■■Accessories........................................ 14 ■■Names and Functions of the Main Parts................................ 15 Preparations ■■Attaching the Wrist Strap.................. 17 ■■Charging the Battery.........
Table of Contents Recording Modes ■■Snapshot Modes................................ 51 [Snapshot Mode] menu..............................53 Setting coloring...........................................54 Setting brightness (exposure)/ blurriness of the background (Defocus control function)...........................55 ■■Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and ................................ 56 Program exposure mode............................56 Aperture Priority Exposure Mode..........
Table of Contents Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings ■■Using Autofocus................................ 83 Set the focusing operation to be performed when the shutter button is pressed halfway (AFS, AFF, AFC)..............84 Switching [AF Mode]...................................85 Changing the position and size of the AF area.......................................................91 Setting the AF area position by touch.........
Table of Contents Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash ■■Compensating Camera Shake........ 137 ■■Using the Lens’ Zoom Function..... 139 Zoom types and use.................................139 Using Touch zoom....................................142 ■■Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash.................................... 143 Changing the Flash Control Mode............144 2nd curtain sync.......................................147 Flash exposure compensation..................
Table of Contents Using Menu Functions ■■Menu list........................................... 164 [Rec].........................................................165 [Motion Picture].........................................180 [Custom]...................................................182 [Setup]......................................................196 [My Menu].................................................206 [Playback].................................................
Table of Contents Connecting with Other Devices ■■Viewing 4K videos........................... 256 ■■Storing recorded pictures and ■■Viewing on a TV............................... 258 ■■Printing............................................. 266 Saving 4K videos......................................257 Recording while monitoring camera images......................................................260 HDTV Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™).....261 videos in a recorder.........................
Contents by Function Recording Recording Recording mode............................................34 [Preview]........................................................62 Panorama Shot Mode....................................64 Macro recording.............................................96 Bracket recording........................................128 [Time Lapse Shot]........................................131 [Stop Motion Animation]...............................134 [Silent Mode]............................
Contents by Function Setup/Custom Basic settings [Format].........................................................26 [Clock Set].....................................................28 Diopter adjustment........................................31 Quick Menu...................................................44 [Beep]..........................................................198 [Economy]....................................................199 [Reset] (initialization)...................................
Before Use Before use ■■Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ●●Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, monitor, viewfinder, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
Before Use Before use ■■Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■■No compensation for missed shots Leica Camera AG cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.
Before Use Scope of Delivery Rechargeable battery pack BP-DC15-E BP-DC15-U BP-DC15-TK Battery charger/AC adapter ACA-DC16-E ACA-DC16-C ACA-DC16-K ACA-DC16-B ACA-DC16-N ACA-DC16-A ACA-DC16-U USB Cable Micro-B Wrist strap Short instructions Guarantee Card Order No. 18 544 18 545 18 546 423-118.001-005 423-118.001-006 423-118.001-007 423-118.001-008 423-118.001-009 423-118.001-010 423-106.001-012 423-118.001-014 423-109.001-020 93 856 - 860 (delivery differs depending on markets) 439-399.
Before Use Names and Functions of the Main Parts 1 2 3 8 9 10 7 6 5 4 11 16 12 15 1 Shutter button (→33) 2 Zoom lever (→32, 139, 187) 3 Video button (→33, 148) 4 Thumb dial (→35, 49) 5 Main [ON/OFF] switch (→28) 6 Mode dial (→34) 7 Flash (→30, 143) 8 Viewfinder (→31, 269) 9 Diopter adjustment dial (→31) 10 Eye sensor (→31) 15 14 13 11 Stereo microphones (→30, 181) Be careful not to cover the microphones with your finger. Doing so may impair sound recording.
Before Use Names and Functions of the Main Parts 20 23 21 24 17 18 19 12 28 25 26 27 22 29 34 33 32 31 30 12 Strap eyelet (→17) 28 [HDMI] socket (→258) 17 [EVF] button (→31) / 29 [USB/CHARGE] socket (→20, 263, 266) [Fn4] button (→46) 18 Flash release lever (→143) 19 [AE|AF LOCK] button (→99) 20 Charging lamp (→21) / WIRELESS connection lamp (→224) 21 [PF] ([Post Focus]) button (→119) / [Fn2] button (→46) 22 [ ] (Delete) button (→163) / ] (Cancel) button (→44) / [ [Fn3] button (→46)
Preparations Attaching the Wrist Strap We recommend attaching the wrist strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping.
Preparations Charging the Battery Always use the dedicated AC adapter, USB cable, and battery for this camera. ••Always charge before first use! (battery is shipped uncharged) ••Charge the battery while it is in the camera. Camera status Turned off Turned on Charge Yes No About batteries that you can use with this camera It has been found that counterfeit batteries which look very similar to the genuine product are available in some markets.
Preparations Charging the Battery Inserting the battery To charge the battery, insert it into the camera. 1 Push the release slider to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door [OPEN] [LOCK] Release slider 2 Insert the battery all the way 3 Close the card/battery door and then push the release slider to the [LOCK] position •• Insert the battery all the way and check that it is locked by latch. Make sure to insert the battery in the correct orientation.
Preparations Charging the Battery Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10°C and 30°C (50°F to 86°F) (same for the battery temperature). Insert the battery into the camera. Make sure the camera is turned off. The battery can be charged from an outlet or through a PC. USB cable AC adapter To the electrical outlet Computer Getting ready: Turn on the computer. When charging the camera, connect the USB cable to the [USB/CHARGE] socket.
Preparations Charging the Battery ●●If the computer enters sleep mode during charging, charging may be stopped. ●●If a notebook computer that is not connected to an electrical outlet is connected to the camera, the battery of the notebook computer will be depleted. Do not leave the camera and notebook connected for a long period of time. ●●Always connect the USB cable to the USB socket on your computer. Do not connect it to the USB socket of the monitor, keyboard, printer, or USB hub.
Preparations Charging the Battery Notes on charging time When using the AC adapter Charging time Approx. 190 min. ••The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case the battery is completely depleted. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer in cases when temperatures are either high or low and when the battery has not been used for a long period of time.
Preparations Charging the Battery Estimated number of recordable pictures and operating time The number of recordable pictures are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards. When a SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. ■■Recording pictures (When using the monitor) Number of recordable pictures Approx. 370 Recording time Approx. 185 min.
Preparations Inserting and Removing the Card ••Make sure the camera is turned off. 1 Push the release slider to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door [OPEN] [LOCK] Release slider 2 Insert the card all the way Do not touch the terminals ••Check the orientation of a card. ••Insert the card all the way down until it clicks. 3 Close the card/battery door and push the release slider to the [LOCK] position ■■To remove the card First, press the card down slightly.
Preparations About the Card The following SD standard-based cards can be used. Type of Card Capacity Notes SDHC memory cards 512 MB – 2 GB •• This camera is compatible with UHS-Ι UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards. 4 GB – 32 GB SDXC memory cards 48 GB – 128 GB SD memory cards ■■About video/4K photo recording and speed class ratings Use a card that meets the following ratings of the SD Speed Class or UHS Speed Class.
Preparations About the Card Formatting the card (initialization) Format the card before recording a picture with this camera. Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary data in advance. → [Setup] → [Format] ●●This requires a sufficiently charged battery. ●●Do not turn off the camera or perform other operations during formatting. ●●Always format cards with this camera.
Preparations About the Card Recording time capacity (videos) ••The recordable time is the total time of all the videos which have been recorded. ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.
Preparations Setting Language, Time, and Date The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Set the main [ON/OFF] switch to [ON] 2 3 Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed 4 5 Press [MENU/SET] Press to select the language, and then [MENU/SET] ••The [Please set the clock] message appears.
Preparations Setting Language, Time, and Date 7 8 9 When [The clock setting has been completed.] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] Press to set your home area and then [MENU/SET] City or area name Current time Difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) ■■Changing time settings Perform steps 5 and 6 by selecting [Setup] menu → [Clock Set].
Basics Holding the Camera Hold the camera firmly with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart. ••To prevent dropping, be sure to attach the supplied strap and wrap it around your wrist. ••Do not block the flash, AF Assist Lamp, microphones, or speaker with your fingers or other objects. ••Make sure the camera does not move when you press the shutter button.
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Switching between viewfinder and monitor displays 1 Press [EVF] Eye Sensor [EVF] button You can switch between monitor and viewfinder display. Automatic switching between viewfinder and monitor* Viewfinder display* Monitor display * When [Eye Sensor AF] in the [Custom] ([Focus / Release Shutter]) menu is set to [ON], the camera focuses automatically when the eye sensor is activated.
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording How to use the lens’ zoom function You can determine how much of a subject is to be captured / how large a subject is to be rendered by selecting the appropriate focal length, i.e. by zooming. ••You can also use the zoom function from the touch panel. (→142) ••For details about zoom types and use, refer to (→139).
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Taking pictures 1 Press the shutter button halfway (to the first pressure point) to focus on the subject Focus display ( When focus is set correctly for the targeted subject: illuminated When focus is not set correctly for the targeted subject: flashing) Aperture value Shutter speed •• The descriptions on this page are based on the assumption that one of the Autofocus modes is being used. (→83) •• The aperture value and shutter speed are displayed.
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording How to use the mode dial 1 Set to the desired recording mode •• Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode. Snapshot Mode (→51) For taking pictures with extended automatic settings. Snapshot Plus Mode (→51) For taking pictures with extended automatic settings while allowing certain manual adjustments. Program Mode (→56) For taking pictures with automatic exposure control.
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Control ring / Thumb dial You can select menu items etc. by rotating the thumb dial. You can use the control ring ( )/thumb dial ( ) to change the settings for recording. Following are the pre-assigned settings.
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Cursor buttons / [MENU/SET] button (Selecting/setting items) Pressing the cursor buttons: Use to select items or values etc. Pressing [MENU/SET]: Use this to confirm settings, etc. [DISP] button (Switching the display information) 1 Press [DISP] to switch the display During recording You can switch the viewfinder/monitor display method. → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] → [EVF/Monitor Disp. Set] → [EVF Disp. Set] or [Monitor Disp.
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording ■■[ ] Monitor style display layout (Example of monitor style display) With information Without information 60p With information + level gauge Without information + level gauge 60p Turned off ●●With [Fn Button Set] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu, you can assign [EVF/Monitor Disp. Style] to a function button. Each time you press the assigned function button, the display style of the ]/[ ]), whichever is currently in use, will change.
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording During playback With information Detailed information display*1 Without information ([Highlight])*2 Without information 1/5 10:00 1.DEC.
Basics Touch screen operations Touch Touch and release the monitor screen. Drag Touch and slide your finger across the monitor screen. Pinch (spread/pinch) On the monitor screen, spread 2 fingers to zoom in, and pinch 2 fingers to zoom out. ●●Touch the screen with a clean and dry finger. ●●If you use a commercially available monitor protection foil, please follow the instructions that accompany it. (Some monitor protection foils may impair visibility or operability.
Basics Touch screen operations Focusing on the subject at the touched position (Touch AF, Touch Shutter) Recording modes: 1 Touch [ 2 Touch the desired icon ] •• The icon switches every time you touch one. [ ] (Touch AF) Focuses on the subject detail you touch.* [ ] (Touch shutter) Focuses on the touched subject detail and releases the shutter.* [ ] (OFF) Touch AF and Touch Shutter are disabled.
Basics Touch screen operations Adjusting the exposure based on the touched subject detail ([Touch AE]) Recording modes: When e.g. the face of the subject is darker than you would like, you can brighten the exposure by basing it on the face. 1 Touch [ ] 2 Touch [ 3 Touch the subject detail you want to optimize the brightness for ] •• The setting screen for the brightness optimization position is displayed. ], which is used exclusively for •• [Metering Mode] is set to [ [Touch AE].
Basics Menu Control Menu settings can be made either by button or touch operation. 1 Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu 2 To switch between menu tabs Menu tabs Press Press to select a tab such as [ Press [MENU/SET] ] With touch screen operations Touch a tab, such as [ ] [Rec] (→165) For settings such as aspect ratio, number of pixels, 4K Photo, etc. [Motion Picture] (→180) This menu lets you set the [Rec Quality], and other aspects for video recording.
Basics Menu Control 3 Press to select the menu item and then [MENU/SET] Item Page ••You can switch to the next page by rotating the thumb dial. With touch screen operations Touch the menu item •• You can switch pages by touching display. 4 on the right side of the Press to select the setting and then [MENU/SET] Selected setting Settings ••The setting methods vary depending on the menu item.
Basics Quick Menu You can easily call up some of the menu items and set them during recording. 1 Press [ 2 Rotate the thumb dial to select a menu item, and press or ] ••The menu item can also be selected by pressing 60p . 3 Rotate the thumb dial to select the setting 4 Press [ ••The setting can also be selected with 60p . ] to close the Quick Menu ●●Some items or settings cannot be selected depending on the mode or display style the camera is in.
Basics Quick Menu Customizing the Quick Menu Up to 15 items can be assigned to the Quick Menu. → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Q.MENU] → [CUSTOM] 1 After pressing [ then [MENU/SET] 2 Press to select the menu item in the top row and then [MENU/SET] ], press to select [ ], and Top row: Items that can be set Bottom row: Items assigned to the Quick Menu 3 4 45 •• Items that are displayed in light gray in the top row are already assigned to the Quick Menu.
Basics Assigning Frequently used Functions to the Buttons (Function buttons) You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons ([Fn1] - [Fn4]) or icons displayed on the monitor screen ([Fn5] - [Fn9]).
Basics Assigning Frequently used Functions to the Buttons (Function buttons) Using the function buttons during recording Press the function button to use the assigned function. ■■Using the touch function buttons Touch [ ] Touch [Fn5], [Fn6], [Fn7], [Fn8] or [Fn9] ■■Functions that can be assigned in [Setting in REC mode] •• [4K Photo Mode]: [Fn1]*1 •• [Post Focus]: [Fn2]*1 •• [Wi-Fi]: [Fn5]*1 •• [Q.MENU]: [Fn3]*1 •• [Video Record] •• [EVF/Monitor Switch]: [Fn4]*1 •• [EVF/Monitor Disp.
Basics Assigning Frequently used Functions to the Buttons (Function buttons) ●●When [Video Record] is assigned to a function button, you can start and stop recording videos the same way as you would by pressing the video button. ●●When [Focus Area Set] is assigned to a function button, you can display the AF area or the MF Assist position setting screen.
Basics Changing the Settings Assigned to the Control Ring/ Thumb Dial Recording modes: Changes the settings assigned to the control ring/thumb dial. → Settings: [ 1 Use [Custom] → [Operation] → [Ring/Dial Set] ] (control ring) / [ ] (thumb dial) to select the setting and then [MENU/SET] [DEFLT] [Normal] [Photo Style] [Zoom]* [Filter Effect] [Step Zoom]* [Aspect Ratio] [Exposure Comp.] [Highlight Shadow] [Sensitivity] [i.Dynamic] [White Balance] [i.
Basics Entering Text Follow the steps below when the text entry screen is displayed. 1 2 Use to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed ••[ ]: Enter a blank. ■■To change the character type ••Press [DISP] ••Use to select [ ] and press [MENU/SET] ■■To continue entering characters ••Use to select [ ] and press [MENU/SET] ••Move the zoom lever towards the T side ••Rotate the thumb dial counterclockwise.
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes Recording modes: These modes are recommended for those who prefer a point and shoot style, while relying on the camera to automatically select settings to match the subject and recording environment. 1 Set the mode dial to [ 2 Point the camera at the subject ] ••At the time of purchase, the mode is set to Snapshot Plus Mode.
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes Autofocus, Face/Eye Detection, and Face Recognition [AF Mode] is automatically set to [ ]. When you touch the subject detail you want to be rendered sharply, the camera switches to [ ] and the AF tracking function starts operating. ••You can also switch to [ ] by pressing [MENU/SET], going to the [Rec] menu, then going to the [AF Mode] menu and selecting [ ] (tracking).
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes ••When the camera identifies [ ] as the optimal scene mode and if it determines that camera shake is reduced by the use of a tripod or by other means, a shutter speed slower than usual is selected. After pressing the shutter button, do not move the camera while recording. ••When recording 4K photos or when recording using [Post Focus], Scene Detection works the same way as when recording videos.
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes Combining several photos into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) Recording modes: When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple photos with differing exposures and combines them to create a single picture rich in gradation. [iHDR] is activated when required. When activated, [ ] will be displayed on the monitor screen.
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes Setting brightness (exposure)/blurriness of the background (Defocus control function) Recording mode: 1 Press 2 Rotate the thumb dial to set to display the setting screen •• The brightness (exposure) operation screen is displayed. Press [Fn1] to operate the defocus control, and then press it again to finish the operation. •• Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen. When setting the brightness (exposure) to set the Exposure Bracket.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and Program exposure mode Recording mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ] 3 While the numeric values are displayed (approximately 10 seconds), rotate the thumb dial to change the values, i.e.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and Aperture Priority Exposure Mode Recording mode: Set the aperture value to a higher number if you want a larger in-focus area (in front of and behind the focused subject), or to a lower number for the opposite. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ] Rotate the thumb dial to set the aperture value •• The operation can also be performed by rotating the control ring.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and Shutter-Priority Exposure Mode Recording mode: Set a faster shutter speed if you want to take a sharp photo of a moving subject, or a slower speed if you want to create e.g. subject blur to emphasize a movement. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ] Rotate the thumb dial to set the shutter speed •• The operation can also be performed by rotating the control ring.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and Manual Exposure Mode Recording mode: This mode allows you to determine the exposure by manually setting both shutter speed and aperture value. The exposure setting balance scale appears at the bottom of the screen to indicate the over-/under-/ correct exposure resulting from the respective settings.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and ●●The effect of the aperture value and shutter speed you have set is not applied to the monitor image. To check the effect on the monitor image, use Preview Mode. (→62) ●●The brightness of the monitor image may vary from the actual recorded photo. Check its brightness using the playback screen. ●●When you adjust the aperture value and shutter speed, an exposure setting balance is displayed.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and About [T] (Time) (Approximately up to 120 seconds) If you set the shutter speed to [T], the shutter stays open when the shutter button is pressed fully. The shutter closes when you press the shutter button again. Use this function when you want to keep the shutter open for an extended period, for example, to record pictures of fireworks or night scenes.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and Checking the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed settings (Preview Mode) Recording modes: ••Checking the effect of the selected aperture value: This enables you to check the depth of field (focus range). ••Checking the effect of the selected shutter speed: This allows you to check motion sharpness in a scene.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , , , and ●●You can take a picture even when Preview Mode is activated. ●●The range in which you can check the effect of a selected shutter speed is between 8 seconds and 1/16000 seconds. ●●This mode cannot be used with [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) of 4K Photo.
Recording Modes Recording panorama pictures Recording mode: Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama.
Recording Modes Recording panorama pictures ■■Changing the recording direction and panning range of panorama pictures → [Panorama Shot] → [Direction] / [Picture Size] [Direction] Sets the recording direction. [Picture Size] Sets the panning range. [STANDARD] / [WIDE] ••The number of recording pixels per horizontal line and vertical line of a panorama picture varies depending on the panning range, recording direction and number of stitched photos.
Recording Modes Recording panorama pictures ■■About panorama picture playback Pressing will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording. ••The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback. Start panorama playback / Pause* Stop * When the playback is paused, you can scroll forwards and backwards by dragging the screen. When the scroll bar is touched, the playback position jumps to the touched position.
Recording Modes Scene Modes Recording mode: If you select a scene mode suiting the subject and the recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ 3 Press [MENU/SET] Press ] to select the scene mode ••The scene mode can also be selected by dragging an example image or the slide bar.
Recording Modes Scene Modes Types of Scene Modes Displaying the description of each scene mode and recording tips Press [DISP] while the scene selection screen is displayed •• When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed. Normal display Guide display List display 1: [Clear Portrait] 2: [Silky Skin] ●●If a part of the background etc. is a color close to skin color, this part is also smoothed.
Recording Modes Scene Modes 8: [Bright Blue Sky] 9: [Romantic Sunset Glow] 10: [Vivid Sunset Glow] 11: [Glistening Water] ●●The Star filter used in this mode may also cause glistening effects on objects other than a water surface. 12: [Clear Nightscape] 13: [Cool Night Sky] 14: [Warm Glowing Nightscape] 15: [Artistic Nightscape] 16: [Glittering Illuminations] 17: [Handheld Night Shot] ●●After pressing the shutter button, do not move the camera during the exposure series.
Recording Modes Scene Modes 20: [Appetizing Food] ●●For close-up recording, we recommend you avoid using the flash. 21: [Cute Dessert] ●●For close-up recording, we recommend you avoid using the flash. 22: [Freeze Animal Motion] ●●Default [AF Assist Lamp] setting is [OFF].
Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording mode: You can select the effects to be applied from sample pictures and preview these effects on the screen. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ Press (filters) ] to select the picture effect 1/8 Preview display ••You can also select the picture effects (filters) by touching the example images.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Displaying the description of each picture effect (Filter) Press [DISP] while the picture effect selection screen is displayed •• When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Picture effect [Expressive] [Retro] [Old Days] [High Key] [Low Key] [Sepia] [Monochrome] [Dynamic Monochrome] [Rough Monochrome] [Silky Monochrome] [Impressive Art] [High Dynamic] [Cross Process] Items that can be set Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring Coloring Yellowish coloring Reddish coloring Contrast Low contrast High contrast Coloring Pinkish coloring Light-bluish coloring Coloring Reddish coloring Bluish coloring
Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Picture effect [Soft Focus] [Fantasy] [Star Filter] [One Point Color] Items that can be set Degree of defocusing Slight defocusing Strong defocusing Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring Length of the light rays Light rays are short Light rays are long Number of the light rays Smaller Larger Angle of the light rays Rotate to the left Rotate to the right Amount of color retained Leaves a small amount of Leaves a large amoun
Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) ●●No audio is recorded for videos. ●●When a video is recorded, the finished recording will be approximately 1/10th of the actual recorded time period. (e.g. in case of a 10-minute recording, the resulting video will be approximately 1 minute.) The recordable time displayed on the camera is approx. 10 times of the actual recording time.
Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Setting the brightness (exposure)/blurriness of the background (Defocus control function) 1 Press 2 Rotate the thumb dial to set to display the setting screen •• The brightness (exposure) operation screen is displayed. Press [Fn1] to operate the defocus control, and then press it again to finish the operation. •• Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen.
Recording Modes Creative Video Mode Recording mode: The operation for changing the aperture value, shutter speed or ISO sensitivity is the same as the operation for setting the mode dial to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] (except Program Shift Mode). 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ] Set the menu → [Creative Video] → [Exposure Mode] Settings: [P] / [A] / [S] / [M] It is also possible to display the selection screen by touching the recording mode icon in recording screen.
Recording Modes Creative Video Mode ■■Setting the upper limit value of ISO sensitivity when [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] → [Motion Picture] → [ISO Auto Upper Limit (Video)] Settings: [AUTO] / [200] / [400] / [800] / [1600] / [3200] / [6400] Recording Slow Motion Videos ([High Speed Video]) Slow motion videos can be recorded by performing recording at a super high speed. When these recordings are played back, the motion is displayed slowly. ••To record pictures, use a UHS Speed Class 3 card.
Recording Modes Creative Video Mode Panning or zooming while recording with the camera in a fixed position ([4K Live Cropping]) By cropping your video down from the 4K angle of view to Full High Definition, you can record a video and pan and zoom in/out while leaving the camera in a fixed position. Pan Zoom in ••Hold the camera firmly in place while recording. ••A video will be recorded at [FHD/20M/30p] under [MP4].
Recording Modes Creative Video Mode 4 Repeat step 3, and then set the crop end frame Crop end frame •• The setting of [AF Mode] switches to [ (Eye Detection cannot be used.) End ] (Face Detection). Size Reset 5 Set Press the video button (or the shutter button) to start recording Elapsed recording time Set operating time •• Immediately release the video button (or the shutter button) after pressing it. •• When the set operating time has elapsed, recording automatically ends.
Recording Modes Registering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording mode: Registering your own settings ([Cust.Set Mem.]) Up to 3 sets of camera settings can be registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. ([ ], [ ], [ ]) ••Initial setting of the Program Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Preparations •• Set the recording mode and menu settings in advance so that the camera can be in the state with the settings to be saved. → [Setup] → [Cust.Set Mem.
Recording Modes Registering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording using a registered custom set 1 Set the mode dial to [ ] •• The custom set you used last time will be called up. ■■To change a custom set Set the mode dial to [ ] Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu Press to select the custom set you want to use, and then [MENU/SET] •• The settings are switched to those settings you selected for the custom set.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Recording modes: 1 Press [ 2 Press 3 Press the shutter button halfway ]( ) to select [AF] and then [MENU/SET] ••Focusing starts when the shutter button is pressed halfway (→84) ••Switching [AF Mode] (→85) Focus display ( When focus is achieved: illuminated When focus is not achieved: flashing) AF area (When focus is achieved: green) ••Two “beep” sounds are heard and Autofocus is activated.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Set the focusing operation to be performed when the shutter button is pressed halfway (AFS, AFF, AFC) Recording modes: → Settings [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [AFS/AFF/AFC] The movement of the subject and the scene (recommended) Description [AFS] Subject is still (Scenery, anniversary photograph, etc.) “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Autofocus Single”. Focus is set automatically when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Switching [AF Mode] Recording modes: This allows selecting the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be rendered sharply. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [AF Mode] Settings: [ ] (Face/Eye Detection) / [ ] (Tracking) / [ ] (49-area-focusing) / [ ] etc.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Taking head-on pictures of people (Face/Eye Detection) The camera automatically detects the faces and eyes of subjects. It adjusts the focus on the eye that is closer to the camera and the exposure based on the face (when [Metering Mode] is set to [ ] (Multi Metering)). ••The camera can detect up to 15 faces. The camera detects only the eye of the face focused on.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject (tracking) With cursor button operations Aim the AF tracking area at the subject and press the shutter button halfway AF Tracking area When the subject is recognized, the AF tracking area turns green. When you release the shutter button, the AF tracking area turns yellow and the subject is automatically kept in focus. •• To stop AF Tracking → Press [MENU/SET].
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Subject not centered in picture (49-area-focusing) Focuses on a subject detail in the wide range area (up to 49-area-focusing) on the recording screen. Setting the shape of an AF area , etc. (Custom Multi) You can set the preferred shape of an AF area by selecting 49 frames in the AF area, based on the subject.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus 4 Select the AF area Selected AF area When selecting [ ]/[ ]/[ ] Change the shape of an AF area Operation Touch operation Description Touch [DISP] Moves the position Spread / Pinch Changes the size (in 3 steps) [Reset] Resets the AF area back to the center. •• If you press the button again, the frame size will be reset to the initial setting.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Determining the position for focus (Pinpoint-focusing) (1-area-focusing) / (1-area-focusing) Focuses on the AF area in center of the picture.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Changing the position and size of the AF area Recording modes: When [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] in Autofocus Mode is selected, you can change the position and size of the AF area. With [ ], you can set the lock-on position. ••Perform these operations with the touch shutter function deactivated. ••You can also display the AF area setting screen by touching the recording screen.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus ■■When selecting [ ] You can set the focus position by selecting an AF area group. The AF area, which is configured with 49 boxes, is divided into groups consisting of 9 boxes each (6 or 4 boxes for the groups located at the edges of the screen). → Select [ [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [AF Mode] ] and press Examples of group •• The AF area setting screen appears.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus ■■When selecting [ ] You can enlarge the screen to perform more precise settings of the focus position. ••You cannot set the focus position at the edges of the screen. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [AF Mode] Select [ ] and press Use to set the focus position and press [MENU/SET] •• The enlarged screen will appear for setting the focus position.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Setting the AF area position by touch Recording modes: You can move the AF area displayed on the viewfinder by touching the monitor at the desired position. → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Touch Settings] → [Touch Pad AF] [EXACT] Moves the AF area in the viewfinder by touching a desired position. [OFFSET] Moves the AF area in the viewfinder to where you drag it.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Optimizing the focus and exposure settings for a touched position Recording modes: → [Custom] → → [AF+AE] 1 [Operation] → [Touch Settings] → [Touch AF] Touch the subject detail you want to optimize the exposure for •• The AF area setting screen appears. (→91) •• The exposure optimization position is displayed in the center of the AF area. The position follows the movement of the AF area.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking close-up pictures Recording modes: This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. 1 Press [ 2 Press [ ] ([AF Macro]) ]( ) to select the item and then [MENU/SET] You can take pictures of a subject as close as 3 cm (1 3/16″) from the lens by setting the shortest focal length with the zoom lever.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focusing Recording modes: Manual focusing is convenient e.g. when you want to take a series of pictures with the same focus setting or when the autofocus system does not find an appropriate setting.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focusing Operation Touch operation Drag — Description Moves the enlarged area. Spread / Pinch Enlarges/reduces the displayed section in small steps. — Enlarges/reduces the displayed section in large steps. Switches the enlarged display. (windowed/full screen)*2 — [DISP] *1 [Reset] Resets the area to be enlarged back to the center. *1 Cannot be set when using SnapShot Mode.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures by locking the focus and/or exposure settings Recording modes: You can use the AF/AE Lock function to fix the focus and exposure settings in advance and change the composition of the picture when recording. This function is convenient when you want to focus on the edge of the screen or when your subject is back-lit.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording modes: Use this function when you wish to modify the exposure settings the camera delivers, e.g. when your main subject would otherwise be rendered brighter/darker than you want. 1 Press [ 2 Rotate the thumb dial to compensate the exposure ]( ) OFF Exposure Bracket Exposure Compensation •• Press to set the Exposure Bracket.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Recording modes: Set ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting). → 1 [Rec] → [Sensitivity] Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the thumb dial ISO sensitivity AUTO (Intelligent ISO) ISO sensitivity is automatically set in a range up to 3200 (with the flash on: 4000)*1 depending on the brightness of a subject.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Setting guide ISO sensitivity Location (recommended) [125] [12500] Brighter (outdoors) Darker Shutter speed Slower Faster Interference Lower Higher Subject blur Higher Lower ●●For details on the available flash range used when the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO], refer to (→146). ] cannot be selected in the following cases: •• Shutter-Priority Mode •• Manual Exposure Mode ●●When [Multi Exp.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance Recording modes: In digital photography, white balance ensures neutral, i.e. natural color reproduction in any light. White balance is based on the camera being preset to reproduce a particular color as white. You can choose between automatic white balance, various presets, one custom setting based on specific measurements, and a direct setting of the color temperature.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance ]* [ [ [ The manually metered and set value is used. Press Point the camera at a white object such as a piece of paper, ensuring that it is ]/ inside the frame at the center of the screen, and press the shutter button ] •• This will set the White Balance and return you to the recording screen. •• It may not be possible to set the correct White Balance if subjects are too bright or too dark.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance ■■Auto White Balance Operational Range : operational range 10000K 9000K Blue sky 8000K 7000K 6000K 5000K 4000K 3000K 2000K Cloudy sky (rain) Shade Sunlight White fluorescent lighting Incandescent lighting Sunset/sunrise Candlelight K=Color temperature in degrees Kelvin 105
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance Performing White Balance fine adjustments White Balance settings can be individually fine-tuned if colors still do not appear as anticipated.
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance Bracket recording using White Balance Bracket settings are performed based on the fine adjustment values for White Balance, and three photos with different coloring are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Recording with the 4K Photo function Recording modes: You can take a series of photos with a resolution of approximately 8 million pixels with a frame rate of 30 fps. You can select and save a frame from the resulting photo series file. ••Use a UHS Speed Class 3 card.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save 3 Recording with the 4K Photo function [4K Burst] Press the shutter button halfway Press and hold the shutter button fully for as long as you want to perform recording •• Recording will start approximately 0.5 seconds after you press the shutter button fully. Therefore, press the button fully slightly in advance of the intended movement.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Press the shutter button fully •• The camera focuses continuously when using Autofocus. Except when in Manual Exposure Mode, it also adjusts the exposure continuously. •• Images may not be displayed as smoothly as when recording with the normal recording screen.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Selecting pictures from 4K photo series files and saving 1 Select a picture with the [ and press ] on the playback screen, •• The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]. ] ([4K Pre-Burst]), proceed to •• In the case of recording with [ step 3.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Position of the displayed frame Operation — Touch operation Touch / Drag Drag Press and hold Selects the frame •• To switch the slide view, select the frame at either end and touch [ ] or [ ]. Touch and hold Continuously scrolls the frames or scrolls frame-by-frame backward or forward.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save <4K photo series playback screen> During pause Operation — Touch operation Touch / Drag Continuous playback / Pause (during continuous playback) / Continuous rewind / Pause (during continuous rewind) / Fast forward playback / Single-frame forward (while paused) / Fast rewind playback / Single-frame rewind (while paused) Drag — Moves the enlarged area (during enlarged display) Switches to marker opera
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ■■Selecting and saving pictures on the TV screen ••Set [HDMI Mode (Play)] to [AUTO] or [4K/30p]. When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K video, select [AUTO]. ••If you connect the camera to a TV and display 4K photo series files on the TV, they will be displayed only on the 4K photo series playback screen.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Auto Marking function The camera automatically sets markers on scenes in which a face or the movement of a subject is detected. (Example: In a scene when a vehicle passes by, a balloon bursts, or a person turns around) •• Up to 10 markers are displayed for each file. •• In the following cases, markers may not be set by the Auto Marking function depending on the recording conditions and the status of subjects.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Notes on the 4K Photo function ■■To change the aspect ratio Selecting [Aspect Ratio] in the [Rec] menu allows you to change the aspect ratio for 4K photos. ■■To record the subject with reduced blur You can reduce the blur of the subject by setting a faster shutter speed.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ■■The camera’s setup for the 4K Photo function The camera’s setup is automatically optimized for 4K photo recording. ••The following settings are fixed.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ●●Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 15 minutes. When using an SDHC memory card, files are split into several files for recording and playback if the file size would otherwise exceed 4 GB. (You can continue to record pictures without interruption.) If using an SDXC memory card, you can record pictures in a single file even if its size is greater than 4 GB.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Recording modes: You can record 4K photo series files while changing the focus point and then select one of them after recording. This function is best for non-moving subjects. 4K serial photo recording with automatic focus shift Touch the desired focus point Finished picture has the desired focus point ••To record pictures, use a UHS Speed Class 3 card.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) 4 Press the shutter button fully to start recording Recording progress bar •• The focus point changes automatically while recording. When the recording progress bar disappears, recording automatically ends. •• The data will be saved as a single file in the MP4 format. •• If [Auto Review] is set, a screen will automatically appear that lets you select the focus point.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Selecting a focus point and saving the picture ([Post Focus]) 1 On the playback screen, select the image with the [ ] icon and press •• The same operation can be performed by touching [ 2 ]. Touch the subject detail to be focused •• If there are no pictures with the focus on the selected point, a red frame will be displayed, and pictures cannot be saved.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Determining subject parts to be in focus by combining several shots and creating a single picture ([Focus Stacking]) Focus Near Distant 1 Touch [ ] on screen in step 2 of “Selecting a focus point and saving the picture ([Post Focus])” (→121) 2 Choose a stacking method and touch it •• The same operation can be performed by pressing [Fn1].
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) 4 Touch [ ] to combine and save the picture •• The picture will be saved in JPEG format with recording information (Exif information) from the nearest position’s picture, including its shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity information.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Recording modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. 1 Press [ 2 Press to select the drive mode and then [MENU/SET] ]( ) Drive Mode [Single] When the shutter button is pressed, only one picture is recorded. [Burst] (→125) Pictures are taken in succession as long as the shutter button is pressed. [4K PHOTO] (→108) When the shutter button is pressed, a picture is recorded with the 4K Photo function.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Continuous exposure function ■■Setting [Burst Rate] Select [Burst] and press in step 2 (→124) Select the frame rate with , and press [MENU/SET] Frame rate (pictures/sec.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Focusing in continuous mode Focusing varies depending on focus settings and the setting of [Focus/Release Priority] in the [Custom] ([Focus / Release Shutter]) menu.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Taking pictures with the self-timer ■■Setting the self-timer operation Select [Self Timer] and press in step 2 (→124) Select the self-timer operation with , and press [MENU/SET] The shutter is activated after 10 seconds. The shutter is activated after 10 seconds and three pictures are taken at intervals of approximately 2 seconds. The shutter is activated after 2 seconds. This is also effective for preventing camera shake when pressing the shutter button.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Picture Series with Automatically Changing Settings (Bracket Recording) Recording modes: You can create a series of pictures in which a range of preset setting changes is applied automatically after pressing the shutter button. 1 Set the menu → [Rec] → [Bracket] → [Bracket Type] (Exposure Bracket) (Aperture Bracket) (Focus Bracket) (White Balance Bracket) Pressing the shutter button creates a series of pictures with differing exposure.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Picture Series with Automatically Changing Settings (Bracket Recording) ●●Bracket recording is disabled in the following cases.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Picture Series with Automatically Changing Settings (Bracket Recording) Aperture Bracket Recording modes: ■■About [More Settings] (step 2 in (→128)) [3]: Takes a specified number of pictures with different aperture values within the range based on the initial aperture value. [ALL]: Takes pictures using all aperture values.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] Recording modes: The camera can automatically create a picture series of subjects such as animals or plants as time elapses. To use this function, set the start time, the time between the shots and the number of pictures. The pictures are recorded as a single group picture. ••Complete the date and time settings in advance.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] 4 Press the shutter button fully ••The recording starts automatically. ••During recording standby, the camera turns off automatically when no operation is performed for a preset interval. The [Time Lapse Shot] recording will continue even if the camera is turned off, and it is automatically turned on at the recording start time. If you want to turn on the camera manually, press the shutter button halfway.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] ●●This function is not intended for application-specific systems (monitoring cameras). ●●When using the lens’ zoom function, the camera could tilt when the lens barrel extends. Make sure to immobilize the camera with a tripod or by other means.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] Recording modes: You can create a video by connecting a series of single pictures. The pictures are recorded as a group. ••Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→28) 1 2 3 4 5 6 Set the menu → [Rec] → [Stop Motion Animation] [Auto Shooting] [ON]: Takes pictures automatically at a set recording interval. [OFF]: Takes pictures manually, one frame at a time.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] 7 Touch [ 8 Select a method to create a stop motion animation 9 ] to end the recording ••You can also end the recording by selecting [Stop Motion Animation] in the [Rec] menu, and then pressing [MENU/SET]. ••When [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON], select [End] on the confirmation screen. (If you select [Pause], press the shutter button fully to resume recording.) [Rec Quality] Sets the resolution of the video.
4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] ●●[Auto Shooting] may not be performed according to the preset interval because recording could take time under some recording conditions, such as when pictures are taken using a flash. ●●When creating videos at a resolution of [4K], recording times are limited to 29 minutes. If using an SDHC memory card, you will not be able to create videos with a file size greater than 4 GB.
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Compensating Camera Shake Recording modes: This function automatically detects and compensates camera shake. → (Normal) [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [Stabilizer] Corrects vertical and horizontal camera shake. (Panning) Corrects vertical camera shake. This setting is ideal for panning (technique of recording a subject by matching the camera movement with the movement of a subject going in a specific direction). [OFF] [Stabilizer] does not work.
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Compensating Camera Shake ●●When you use a tripod, we recommend setting [Stabilizer] to [OFF]. ●●[Stabilizer] cannot be used by selecting [ ] (Normal) in Panorama Shot Mode. ●●In the following cases, the [Stabilizer] will switch to [ ] (Normal), even if it is set to [ ] (Panning): •• During video recording •• When recording 4K photos •• When recording using [Post Focus] ●●[Stabilizer] cannot be used when recording with [High Speed Video].
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function Zoom types and use The magnification, or zoom ratios mentioned throughout these instructions and for the different settings below are based on that of the shortest focal length / maximum Wideangle setting, which is determined as 1x. Optical Zoom Recording modes: You can zoom in without degrading the picture quality.
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function [i.Zoom] Recording modes: You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original ratio with limited deterioration of resolution. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [i.Zoom] Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ●●When [Picture Size] is set to [S], the zoom ratio can be increased to up to 1.5x the original ratio. ●●[i.Zoom] works automatically in Snapshot Mode or Snapshot Plus Mode.
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function [Digital Zoom] Recording modes: Allows you to zoom 4x further than Optical/Extended optical zoom. When [Digital Zoom] is used simultaneously with [i.Zoom], you can increase the combined zoom ratio up to 4x. Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease resolution. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [Digital Zoom] Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ●●When using [Digital Zoom], we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (→127).
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function Using Touch zoom 1 2 Touch [ 3 Perform zoom operations by dragging the slide bar Touch [ ] ] •• The slide bar is displayed. •• The zoom speed varies depending on the touched position. [ ]/[ ] Slow zooming [ ]/[ ] Fast zooming •• Touch [ 142 ] again to end touch zoom operations.
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash Recording modes: ■■Open/Close the flash To open the flash Slide the flash release lever. •• Be careful when opening the flash as it will jump out. To close the flash Press it down until it clicks into place. •• Be careful not to catch a finger or any other part of your body or any object when you close the flash. •• Using force against any resistance to close the flash can damage the camera.
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash Changing the Flash Control Mode Recording modes: This function allows you to select the flash mode to match the situation. → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Flash Mode] : [Forced Flash On] : [Forced On/Red-Eye] : [Slow Sync.] : [Slow Sync./Red-Eye] The flash is fired every time regardless of the recording conditions. •• Use these modes when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent light.
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash ■■Flash settings for each exposure control mode (○: Available, –: Not available) Exposure control mode*1 Program Mode Aperture-Priority Mode Shutter-Priority Mode Manual Exposure Mode [Clear Portrait] [Silky Skin] [Clear in Backlight] [Sweet Child’s Face] [Clear Night Portrait] Scene Modes [Soft Image of a Flower] (●: Default [Appetizing Food] settings) [Cute Dessert] [Freeze Animal Motion] [Clear Sports Shot] [Monochrome] *1 For details
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash ■■Shutter speeds for each flash control mode Flash control mode Shutter speed (seconds) 1/60*2 - 1/2000 Flash control mode Shutter speed (seconds) 1 - 1/2000 *2 The shutter speed is set to 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority Mode. The shutter speed is set to T (Time) in Manual Exposure Mode. ••In Snapshot Mode ([ detected scene.
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash 2nd curtain sync Recording modes: 2nd curtain sync fires the flash at the end of the exposure as opposed to the normal firing time (at the beginning of the exposure). This can be utilized to create a certain effect (especially with slower shutter speeds, see below). → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Flash Synchro] [1ST] 1st curtain sync is the normal recording method when using the flash.
Recording Videos Recording Videos/4K Videos Recording modes: Videos, including those taken in 4K, are recorded in the MP4 format. (→150) Audio is recorded in stereo. 1 2 Press the video button to start recording Recording state indicator Elapsed recording time Remaining recording time ••Recording of videos appropriate for each video mode is possible. ••Immediately release the video button after pressing it. ••While you are recording videos, the recording status indicator (red) will flash.
Recording Videos Recording Videos/4K Videos ●●If the surrounding temperature is high, or a video is recorded continuously, [ ] is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through. Wait until the camera cools down. ●●Note that if you perform operations such as zoom, using buttons or dials, while recording a video, operation noise may be recorded. ●●If Extended optical zoom is used before pressing the video button, these settings will be cleared, and the recordable area will be changed significantly.
Recording Videos Recording Videos/4K Videos Setting the resolution and the frame rate → [Motion Picture] → [Rec Quality] [Rec Quality] Resolution Frame rate Bit rate 3840×2160 30p 100 Mbps [4K/100M/24p]* 3840×2160 24p 100 Mbps [FHD/28M/60p] 1920×1080 60p 28 Mbps [FHD/20M/30p] 1920×1080 30p 20 Mbps [HD/10M/30p] 1280×720 30p 10 Mbps [4K/100M/30p]* * 4K videos ••The quality becomes higher when the number of bit rate gets bigger.
Recording Videos Recording Videos/4K Videos Focusing while recording videos ([Continuous AF]) Recording modes: Focusing varies depending on the setting of focus and the setting of [Continuous AF] in the [Motion Picture] menu. → [Motion Picture] → [Continuous AF] Focus setting [AFS]/[AFF]/[AFC] [MF] [Continuous AF] Setting [ON] Allows the focus to be constantly adjusted automatically while recording videos. [OFF] Fixes focus position at the start of video recording.
Recording Videos Taking Pictures While a Video is Being Recorded Recording modes: 1 Press the video button fully during the recording ••The simultaneous recording indicator is displayed while recording pictures. ••Recording with the Touch Shutter function is also available. ●●Pictures will be recorded with a resolution determined by the [Rec Quality] setting for videos. ●●Up to 40 pictures can be recorded during recording of the video.
Recording Videos Recording Snap Videos Recording modes: You can specify the recording time in advance and record videos casually like you take snapshots. The function also allows you to shift a focus at the start of recording and add fade in/out effects in advance. ••The videos will be recorded with [FHD/20M/30p] in [MP4]. → [Motion Picture] → [Snap Movie] → [ON] ••Press the shutter button halfway to exit the menu.
Recording Videos Recording Snap Videos ■■Changing the settings → [Motion Picture] → [Snap Movie] → [SET] [Record time] Sets the recording time of videos. [Pull Focus] Allows dramatic imaging expression by shifting focus gradually at the start of recording. (→155) [Fade] Adds a fade-in (gradual appearance) effect to an image and audio as recording starts or adds a fade-out (gradual disappearance) effect to them as recording ends.
Recording Videos Recording Snap Videos Setting up [Pull Focus] Set the frames that specify the positions where the [Pull Focus] starts (first position) and stops (second position). Touch operation Touch a subject (first position), drag your finger to the desired location (second position), and release the finger. •• To cancel the frame settings, touch [ ].
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing your pictures 1 Press [ 2 Press to select a picture to be displayed ] (Playback) ••When you press and hold , the pictures are displayed one after another. ••Pictures can also be forwarded or rewound by rotating the thumb dial or dragging the screen horizontally. ••If you keep your finger touching the left or right edge of the screen after scrolling the pictures, the pictures will continue to be scrolled. (The pictures are displayed in a reduced size.
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing Videos This camera was designed to play videos using the MP4 format. ••Videos are displayed with the ([ ]) icon. 1 Press to start playback Video recording time ••Touching [ ] in the middle of the screen allows you to play back videos. ••Videos recorded with [Snap Movie] are played back automatically.
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing Videos Extracting single frames from videos 1 Display the frame you want to capture as a picture by pressing to pause a video being played back on the camera •• If you press while paused, you can make finer adjustments to the positions in a video. 2 Press [MENU/SET] •• The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]. •• The picture is saved with an aspect ratio of [16:9] and [Quality] of [ ].
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Switching the Playback Method Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” 1 Move the zoom lever towards the T side Current zoom position •• Each time you move the zoom lever towards the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. Operation — Touch operation Description — Enlarges/reduces the screen in large steps. Spread / Pinch Enlarges/reduces the screen in small steps. Drag Moves the enlarged area (during enlarged display).
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Switching the Playback Method Viewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback” 1 Move the zoom lever towards the W side to display the calendar screen 2 Use to select the recording date and press [MENU/SET] Selected date •• Pictures are displayed in a 12-picture screen. •• Turn the zoom lever towards the W side to return to the Calendar screen display.
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing group pictures You can consecutively play back multiple pictures in a group or play back group pictures one by one. [ ]: Group picture saved using [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] [ ]: Group pictures recorded using Focus Bracket 15 pic. [ ]: Group pictures recorded using [Time Lapse Shot] [ ]: Group pictures recorded using [Stop Motion Animation] ••You can delete or edit pictures in group units.
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing group pictures Playing back group pictures one by one 1 Press 2 Use 162 •• The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]/[ ]. [ to scroll through the pictures ]/[ ]/ •• Pressing again or touching [ ] will return you to the normal playback screen. •• You can use the same operations for pictures stored in a group as in normal picture playback. (Multi Playback, Playback Zoom, deletion of pictures, etc.) 15 pic.
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Deleting pictures Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. [Delete Single] 1 Press [ 2 Use ] to delete displayed picture •• The same operation can be performed by touching [ ]. to select [Delete Single] and press [MENU/SET] To delete multiple (up to 100*)/To delete all pictures * A picture group is handled as 1 picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group are deleted.
Using Menu Functions Menu list Menus to be displayed in each recording mode [Snapshot Mode] ••[Snapshot Mode] (→51) ••[iHandheld Night Shot] (→53) ••[iHDR] (→54) [Creative Video] ••[Exposure Mode] (→77) ••[High Speed Video] (→78) ••[4K Live Cropping] (→79) [Custom Mode] You can select your preferred custom setting group from [Set1], [Set2], and [Set3].
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Rec] ••The [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Sensitivity], [AF Mode], [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation], [Stabilizer], [i.Zoom] and [Digital Zoom] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also be changed automatically.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Aspect Ratio] Recording modes: This function allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. → [Rec] → [Aspect Ratio] [4:3] Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV [3:2] Aspect ratio of standard 35mm film cameras [16:9] Aspect ratio of high-definition TV, etc. [1:1] Aspect ratio of a square image [Picture Size] Recording modes: The higher the resolution, i.e.
Using Menu Functions Menu list Setting the file format/compression rate ([Quality]) Recording modes: This function allows you to select the file format, e. g. JPEG and/or RAW, and in the case of JPEG, the compression rate. RAW is especially suited for the subsequent comprehensive editing of the image data using respective software, which is available after registering your camera on the Leica Camera AG homepage (→262).
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Photo Style] Recording modes: You can adjust the colors and picture quality according to the concept of the picture that you want to create. → [Rec] → [Photo Style] [Standard] Standard setting. [Vivid]* Setting with slightly high contrast and saturation. [Natural]* Setting with slightly low contrast. [Monochrome] Setting that creates a picture using monochrome shades of gray only, such as black and white.
Using Menu Functions Menu list ■■Adjusting the picture settings ••Picture settings are not available in the Snapshot Plus Mode. Press to select the type of Photo Style Press to select an item and press to adjust [Contrast] [Sharpness] [Noise Reduction] [Saturation]*1 [Color Tone]*1 [Filter Effect]*2 Standard [+] [–] [+] [–] Increases the contrast in a picture. Decreases the contrast in a picture. Enhances the outlines in a picture. Softens the outlines in a picture.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Filter Settings] Recording modes: You can apply picture effects (filters) that are available for Creative Control Mode to images in other modes, such as Aperture-Priority Mode or Panorama Shot Mode.
Using Menu Functions Menu list ■■Taking two pictures with and without picture effects ([Simultaneous Record w/o Filter]) You can take two pictures at the same time by pressing the shutter button once; one with effects and one without effects. → [Rec] → [Filter Settings] → [Simultaneous Record w/o Filter] Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ••The camera will take a picture with the effects applied and then another one without the effects.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Metering Mode] Recording modes: You can select between three different brightness metering methods. → [Rec] → [Metering Mode] [Metering Mode] (Multiple) (Center-weighted) Brightness measurement position The brightness is detected in different sections of the frame.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Highlight Shadow] Recording modes: You can adjust the highlights and shadows in a picture while confirming the brightness of these areas on the screen. 1 Set the menu → / 2 [Rec] → [Highlight Shadow] ([Standard]) No adjustments. ([Higher contrast]) Makes the highlighted areas brighter and shadowed areas darker. ([Lower contrast]) Makes the highlighted areas darker and shadowed areas brighter. ([Brighten shadows]) Makes the shadowed areas brighter.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [i.Dynamic] Recording modes: This function automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. → [Rec] → [i.Dynamic] Settings: [AUTO] / [HIGH] / [STANDARD] / [LOW] / [OFF] ●●You may not see the effect depending on the recording conditions. ●●This function is not available in the following cases: •• When [HDR] is set to [ON] •• When [Sensitivity] is set to [H.16000], [H.20000] or [H.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [ISO Auto Upper Limit (Photo)] Recording modes: You can set the upper limit of ISO sensitivity when ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] or [ ]. → [Rec] → [ISO Auto Upper Limit (Photo)] Settings: [AUTO] / [200] / [400] / [800] / [1600] / [3200] / [6400] / [12500] ●●This function is not available in the following cases: •• [Clear Nightscape], [Cool Night Sky], [Warm Glowing Nightscape], [Handheld Night Shot] (Scene Mode) [Min.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Diffraction Compensation] Recording modes: The camera enhances the resolution by correcting the blurriness caused by diffraction when the aperture is closed. → [Rec] → [Diffraction Compensation] Settings: [AUTO] / [OFF] ●●Noise in the periphery of the picture may stand out with higher ISO sensitivity. [Silent Mode] Recording modes: This function allows disabling the beeps and flash at the same time.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Shutter Type] Recording modes: You can take pictures using two types of shutter modes: the mechanical shutter and electronic shutter. Flash Mechanical shutter Electronic shutter ○ – Shutter Speed (seconds) T (Time)*1, 60 - 1/2000 1 - 1/16000 Shutter sound Mechanical shutter sound + Electronic shutter sound*2 Electronic shutter sound*2 *1 This setting is available only in Manual Exposure Mode. *2 You can use [Shutter Vol.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [HDR] Recording modes: The camera can combine 3 pictures taken at different exposures into a single picture with a wide range of correctly rendered brightness levels. The individual pictures used to create the HDR picture are not saved. A combined HDR picture is saved in JPEG format.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Multi Exp.] Recording modes: You can create an effect similar to combining up to four exposures in a single picture. → 1 2 Press [Rec] → [Multi Exp.] to select [Start] and then [MENU/SET] Decide on your composition and take the first picture •• After recording the first picture, press the shutter button halfway to proceed to the next recording. to select the item and then [MENU/SET]. You can •• Press perform the following operations.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Motion Picture] ••The [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Sensitivity], [AF Mode], [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation], [Stabilizer], [i.Zoom] and [Digital Zoom] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also be changed automatically.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Wind Noise Canceller] Recording modes: This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining sound quality. → [Motion Picture] → [Wind Noise Canceller] Settings: [HIGH] / [STANDARD] / [OFF] ••[HIGH] effectively reduces the wind noise by minimizing the low-pitched sound when a strong wind is detected. ••[STANDARD] extracts and reduces only the wind noise without deteriorating the sound quality.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Custom] [Exposure] ••[ISO Increments] (→183) ••[Extended ISO] (→183) ••[Exposure Comp.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Exposure] [ISO Increments] You can change the setting to increase ISO sensitivity by 1 EV or 1/3 EV. [Extended ISO] You can extend the numeric values that can be set for ISO Sensitivity. (→101) [Exposure Comp. Reset] If the recording mode is changed or the camera is turned off, the exposure compensation value setting is reset.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Focus / Release Shutter] [Eye Sensor AF] Adjusts the focus automatically when the eye sensor is activated. ●●[Eye Sensor AF] may not work when the lighting is low. [Pinpoint AF Setting] [Pinpoint AF Time] Sets the time for which the screen is enlarged when the shutter button is ]. pressed halfway with Autofocus Mode set to [ [Pinpoint AF Display] Sets whether to display the enlarged screen that appears when ] in a window or full screen.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Focus / Release Shutter] [Focus/Release Priority] You can set whether to give higher priority to focusing or shutter release timing when you take pictures using Autofocus mode. You can set the priority for each focus mode ([AFS/AFF], [AFC]) separately. [FOCUS] No picture is taken unless focusing is achieved. [BALANCE] A picture is taken with an appropriate balance between focusing and shutter release timing.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Focus / Release Shutter] [AF+MF] You can manually perform fine focusing during AF Lock (pressing the shutter button halfway when [AFS/AFF/AFC] in [Rec] menu is set to [AFS] or setting AF Lock by pressing [AF/AE LOCK]). [MF Assist] Allows you to set whether or not to display the MF Assist (enlarged screen) during Manual Focus.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Operation] [Dial Guide] Enabling/disabling the operation guide display when switching recording modes. Example [Zoom lever] Changing the zoom operation settings. (Zoom) Zooming operates in the normal way. Each time the lever is operated, the zoom lens stops at the position for one of the preset focal lengths. (Step Zoom) Focusing range Current zoom position •• This setting does not work when recording videos or 4K photos with ] ([4K Pre-Burst]).
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Monochrome Live View] You can display the recording screen in black and white. This function is useful when this would make it easier to focus in Manual Focus mode. ●●When using the HDMI output during recording, the image is not displayed in black and white. ●●This does not affect recorded pictures. [Constant Preview] You can check the effects of the chosen aperture and shutter speed on the recording screen in Manual Exposure Mode.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Histogram] Enables/disables the histogram display. When set to [ON], you can move the display position of the histogram by pressing ••Direct touch operation is also possible on the recording screen. (Example) The histogram displays distribution of brightness in picture – e.g. if the graph peaks at the right, this means the picture is probably overexposed. A peak in the center represents correct brightness (correct exposure).
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Highlight] You can set overexposed areas (areas that are too bright and where there are no shades of gray) to flash on the screen when the [Auto Review] function is activated or during playback. ●●To reduce overexposed areas, record a picture by setting negative exposure compensation using the histogram display and so on as a reference.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Expo.Meter] This function enables/disables the exposure meter display. Exposure meter ●●When you set this function to [ON], an exposure meter is displayed during Program Shift, aperture setting, and shutter speed setting. ●●Proper exposure is not possible in the range indicated in red. ●●If the exposure meter is not displayed, press [DISP] to switch the 8 15 30 60 4.0 5.6 8.0 125 display of the monitor.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] [Lens Position Resume] Remembers the zoom and focus positions when the camera is turned off. [Lens Retraction] Sets whether or not to retract the lens barrel shortly after the playback screen appears. [Self Timer Auto Off] Switches whether or not the self-timer is canceled when the camera is turned off. [Face Recog.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] ■■Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s faces can be registered along with such information as name and birthdate. Use to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET] Use to select [New] and press [MENU/SET] 1 New 2 3 5 6 KEN 4 Target the face within the frame and record •• Faces of subjects other than people (e.g. pets) cannot be registered. •• When is pressed or [ ] is touched, an explanation is displayed.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] Good example for registering Recording tips when registering face pictures a face ••Make sure the subject’s eyes are open and mouth closed; have the subject face the camera directly, and make sure the outline of the face, the eyes and eyebrows are not hidden by hair. ••Make sure there are no heavy shadows on the face. (During registration, the flash is not used.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] [Profile Setup] Allows you to set a name or birthday of a baby or pet before taking a picture to record the name or age in months/years in the picture.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Setup] → ••[Cust.Set Mem.] (→81) ••[Clock Set] (→28) ••[World Time] (→196) ••[Travel Date] (→197) ••[Wi-Fi] (→197) ••[Bluetooth] (→198) ••[Wireless Connection Lamp] (→198) ••[Beep] (→198) ••[Economy] (→199) ••[Monitor Display Speed] (→200) ••[EVF Display Speed] (→200) ••[Monitor Display] / [Viewfinder] (→200) ••[Monitor Luminance] (→201) [Setup] ••[m/ft] (→201) ••[Eye Sensor] (→201) ••[USB Mode] (→201) ••[TV Connection] (→202) ••[Language] (→203) ••[Version Disp.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] ■■To set daylight savings Press in step 2. (Press again to release the setting) •• When daylight savings [ ] is set, the current time is advanced by 1 hour. If the setting is canceled, the time automatically returns to the current time. ■■When you come back from your travel destination Select [Home] in step 1 and press [MENU/SET]. ●●If you cannot find your destination in the area displayed on the screen, set it based on difference with home time.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Bluetooth] ■■[Bluetooth] (→228) ■■[Remote Wakeup] (→235) ■■[Returning from Sleep Mode] (→239) ■■[Auto Transfer] (→241) ■■[Location Logging] (→243) ■■[Auto Clock Set] (→244) ■■[Wi-Fi network settings] Registers a wireless access point. (→249) ••The wireless access point used for the Wi-Fi connection is automatically registered. ••Up to 17 wireless access points can be registered.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Economy] ■■[Sleep Mode] The camera is automatically turned off if it has not been used for the time selected on the setting. ••When you want to use the camera again, either press the shutter button halfway or turn it back on. ■■[Sleep Mode(Wi-Fi)] The camera is automatically turned off if it has not been used for approx. 15 minutes with no Wi-Fi connection. ••When you want to use the camera again, either press the shutter button halfway or turn it back on.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Monitor Display Speed] / [EVF Display Speed] Allows setting the display speed of the monitor or viewfinder. [ECO 30fps] Minimizes power consumption and the operating time is extended. [60fps] You can display a moving subject in fluid motion. This setting is ideal for recording fast-moving subjects. ●●When [Monitor Display Speed] or [EVF Display Speed] (or both) is set to [ECO 30fps], Digital Zoom is not available.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Monitor Luminance] Allows setting the monitor brightness according to the ambient light level. (Auto) The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. (Mode 1) The brightness is increased. (Mode 2) The brightness is standard. (Mode 3) The brightness is decreased. ●●Some subjects may look different from their actual appearance, but the recorded picture will not be affected.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [TV Connection] ■■[HDMI Mode (Play)] Set the format for the output. [AUTO] Automatically sets the output resolution based on information from a connected TV. [4K/30p] Outputs pictures with a resolution of 3840×2160 pixels using progressive scan for 2160 effective scanning lines. [1080p] Outputs pictures using progressive scan for 1080 effective scanning lines. [1080i] Outputs pictures using interlace scan for 1080 effective scanning lines.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Language] Allows setting the language displayed on the screen. ●●If you set a different language by mistake, select [ language. ] from the menu icons to set the desired [Version Disp.] Allows checking the firmware version of the camera. ●●When you press [MENU/SET] while the version is displayed, software information for this camera, such as the license, is displayed. [Folder / File Settings] Allows setting the names of a folder and file for storing images.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Select Folder] [Setup] Allows selecting a folder for storing images. •• The number of files that can be stored is displayed for the folder name. Allows creating a new folder by advancing the folder number. •• When no folder for storing images is available on a card, the folder number reset screen is displayed. [OK] Allows creating a new folder using the same user-defined 5-digit number comprising a folder name as the current setting.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [No.Reset] Allows resetting picture file numbers. (The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.) ••To reset folder number to 100: First, format the card, and reset the file numbers using [No.Reset]. Then, select [Yes] on the folder number reset screen. ●●A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once the folder number reaches 999.
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Level Gauge Adjust.] ■■[Adjust.] Hold the camera in a horizontal position, and press [MENU/SET]. The level gauge will be adjusted. ■■[Level Gauge Value Reset] Restores the default level gauge setting. [My Menu] Allows you to register frequently used menus and display them on [My Menu]. Up to 23 menus can be registered. → [My Menu] → [My Menu Setting] [Add] For selecting and registering a menu to be displayed on [My Menu].
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Playback] ••[Slide Show] (→208) ••[Playback Mode] (→209) ••[Protect] (→210) ••[Rating] (→210) ••[Title Edit] (→211) ••[Face Rec Edit] (→211) ••[RAW Processing] (→212) ••[4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] (→214) ••[Light Composition] (→215) ••[Sequence Composition] (→216) ••[Clear Retouch] (→217) ••[Text Stamp] (→218) ••[Resize] (→219) ••[Cropping] (→220) ••[Rotate] (→220) ••[Video Divide] (→221) ••[Time Lapse Video] (→221) ••[Stop Motion Video] (→222) ••[Rotate Disp.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Slide Show] Allows automatically playing back recorded pictures, one after another. You can organize slide shows composed of only pictures or only videos. Recommended when viewing on a TV screen. → 1 Use 2 Use [Playback] → [Slide Show] to select the item and press [MENU/SET] •• If you select [Picture Only], 4K picture series files and pictures recorded using [Post Focus] will also be played back.
Using Menu Functions Menu list ■■To change settings Select [Effect] or [Setup] and press [MENU/SET]. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [Setup] [Duration] [Duration] can be set only when [Effect] is set to [OFF]. [Repeat] [ON] / [OFF] [Sound] [AUTO]: W ith pictures, music will play back, and with videos, audio will play back. [Music]: Music effect will play back. [Audio]: Audio is played back from videos.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Protect] For setting protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. → 1 [Playback] → [Protect] Select a picture (→207) ■■To clear all Select [Protect] → [Cancel] → [Yes], and press [MENU/SET] When you set the write-protect switch on the card to the “LOCK” position, the picture is not erased. ●●By formatting, the picture is erased even if it is protected. ●●This protection may not be effective when using other devices.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Title Edit] Allows you to enter characters (titles etc.) on a recorded picture. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (→218). → [Playback] → [Title Edit] 1 Select a picture (→207) 2 Enter characters •• [ ] is displayed for pictures with texts already stamped. •• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→50) •• To delete texts, delete all the characters in the character input screen.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [RAW Processing] You can use the camera to edit pictures that were recorded in RAW format. The created pictures are saved in JPEG format. → 1 2 [Playback] → [RAW Processing] Press to select RAW file and then [MENU/SET] Press set to select the item and then [MENU/SET] to •• The following items can be set. The settings used during recording are applied at the time of setting. 212 [White Balance] Allows you to select White Balance to make adjustments.
Using Menu Functions Menu list 3 Press [MENU/SET] to finalize the setting 4 Press •• The screen in step 2 reappears. To set another item, repeat steps 2 to 3. to select [Begin Processing] and then [MENU/SET] ■■Setting each item When you select an item, the setting screen appears. Operation Touch operation Drag Description Used to make adjustments Set [WB K Set] Used to display the color temperature setting screen (Only when [White Balance] is set to [ ]) [Adjust.
Using Menu Functions Menu list The following operating methods are available to make adjustments on the comparison screen. Current setting Touch operation Operation Drag [DISP] [MENU/SET] Description Used to make adjustments [DISP.] Used to return to the setting screen [Set] Used to finalize an adjustment you just made and to return to the item selection screen ••If you touch the picture at the center, it will be enlarged. If you touch [ be reduced to the original size.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Light Composition] Allows you to select multiple frames from 4K picture series files that you wish to combine. Parts of the image that are brighter than the preceding frame will be superimposed on the preceding frame to combine the frames into one picture.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Sequence Composition] Allows you to select multiple frames from a 4K picture series file to create a sequence composition of a moving subject into one picture. → 1 2 Use [Playback] → [Sequence Composition] to select the 4K picture series files and press [MENU/SET] Select the frames to combine Select the frames so that the moving subject will not overlap on the preceding or subsequent frames. (The sequence composition may not be created properly if the subject overlaps.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Clear Retouch] Allows you to erase unnecessary parts recorded on the pictures. ••The erasing operation can only be performed by touching. [Clear Retouch] automatically enables touch operation. → 1 2 Use [Playback] → [Clear Retouch] to select a picture and press [MENU/SET] Drag your finger over the part you want to erase •• The parts to be erased are colored. •• Touching [Undo] will return the colored part back to its previous state.
Using Menu Functions Menu list ●●Pictures may appear unnatural because the background of deleted parts is artificially created. ●●Edit group pictures one by one. The edited pictures will be newly saved separately from the original group pictures. ●●This function is not available when the viewfinder is in use. ●●When an HDMI micro cable is connected, [Clear Retouch] is disabled.
Using Menu Functions Menu list ●●Do not request date printing in store or make date printing on printer for pictures with date stamps. (Date printing may be overlapped.) ●●You can set up to 100 pictures at one time with [Multi]. ●●The picture quality may be ‘grainier’. ●●If you stamp text on the pictures in a group, the edited pictures will be newly saved separately from the original group pictures.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Cropping] Allows you to enlarge your pictures and crop out unwanted areas. → 1 2 Use [Playback] → [Cropping] to select a picture and press [MENU/SET] Select the area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Operation Touch operation Description Enlarges the picture Reduces the picture Drag Moves the enlarged area ●●Edit group pictures one by one. The edited pictures will be newly saved separately from the original group pictures.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Video Divide] A single video can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when traveling. → [Playback] → [Video Divide] 1 2 Use to select a video to split and press [MENU/SET] Press at where you want to split the video to pause it 3 Press •• If you press while paused, you can make finer adjustments to the splitting positions.
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Stop Motion Video] Allows you to create a video from the pictures in a group that were recorded using [Stop Motion Animation]. → 1 2 Use [Playback] → [Stop Motion Video] to select a stop motion animation group and press [MENU/SET] Create a video after selecting a production method •• For details, refer to step 8 and the subsequent steps (→135). [Rotate Disp.] This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth What you can do with the Wi-Fi®/Bluetooth® function Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone ••Tripping the camera’s shutter using a smartphone (remote recording) (→236) ••Playing back or saving images stored on the camera (iOS devices) (→240) ••Playing back or saving images stored on the camera, or uploading them on social media sites (Android devices) (→240) Expanding the scope of applications by connecting the camera to a smartphone compatible with Bluetooth Low Energy ••Pai
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■■Before Use ••Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→28) ••To use the Wi-Fi function on this camera, a wireless access point or a destination device equipped with the wireless LAN function is required.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■■Operations that can be performed by pressing the [Wi-Fi] button If you press the [Wi-Fi] button when you do not have a Wi-Fi connection, the camera enters a standby mode in which it can connect directly to the smartphone. (→230) ••If you press [DISP] at that time, you can select a destination from the history of previous connections and quickly connect.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■■Describing method When selecting “[Select a destination from History]”, etc. is described in a step, perform any of the following operations. With cursor button operations Use cursor buttons to select [Select a destination from History] and press [MENU/SET]. With touch screen operations Touch [Select a destination from History]. ●●Do not remove the memory card or battery or move to an area without any reception while sending images.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone. The “Leica C-Lux” app must be installed on your smartphone. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Leica C-Lux” The “Leica C-Lux” app is an application provided by Leica Camera AG that allows your smartphone to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible Leica compact digital camera. For Android™ apps Supported OS Installation procedure Android 4.2 or later (Android 5.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone Connecting the camera to a smartphone compatible with Bluetooth Low Energy You can connect the camera to a smartphone via a Bluetooth connection. Supported smartphones Android: Android 5.0 or higher equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher (excluding those that do not support Bluetooth low energy) iOS: iOS 9.0 or higher (excluding the iPad 2) ■■First-time connection You need to set up pairing (connection) for the first time only.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu On the Wi-Fi setting screen, select the SSID displayed on the camera (The device name selected in step ) •• If the SSID is not displayed, it may be displayed after the Wi-Fi function is turned off and on. •• When you need to change the connected device, follow the on-screen message to change the setting.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone ■■Deleting the pairing information (On the camera) Set the menu → [Setup] → [Bluetooth] → [Bluetooth] → [SET] → [Delete] Select the smartphone you want to delete (On your smartphone) Select the camera (device name) for which to delete the pairing information from the [Camera registered] list, and delete the registration. ●●[ ] is displayed on the recording screen when a Bluetooth device is connected.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone ■■When reading a QR Code to connect (On the camera) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Remote Shooting & View] SSID and Password QR Code •• The information (QR Code, SSID and Password) required for directly connecting your smartphone to this camera is displayed. •• You can also display the information by pressing the [Wi-Fi] button on the camera.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone ■■Manually entering a password to set up a connection (On the camera) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Remote Shooting & View] SSID and Password QR Code •• The information (QR Code, SSID and Password) required for directly connecting your smartphone to this camera is displayed. •• You can also display the information by pressing the [Wi-Fi] button on the camera.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone (On your smartphone) 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu 2 3 Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera Start the “Leica C-Lux” app •• When the connection confirmation screen appears on the camera, select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET]. (Only when making a connection for the first time.) When [Wi-Fi Password] is set to [OFF].
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone ■■When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) Select [Via Network] and press [MENU/SET] •• Connect the camera to a wireless access point by following the connection method (→249).
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ■■Required wireless connectivity mode The wireless connectivity mode required varies depending on the function to be used after connecting to a smartphone. Wireless connectivity required Support for Bluetooth low energy Bluetooth Indicates that the function can be used with smartphones that support Bluetooth low energy. Wi-Fi Indicates that the function can be used with smartphones that do not support Bluetooth low energy.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ■■Turning off the camera with the smartphone Select [ ] Select [ OFF] ●●When [Remote Wakeup] is set to [ON], the Bluetooth function continues to operate even after the camera is turned off, thus causing the battery to drain.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ●●The camera could tilt when the lens barrel extends. Make sure to immobilize the camera with a tripod or by other means. ●●This function is not available in the following cases: •• Panorama Shot Mode (When [Priority of Remote Device] is set to [ ] ([Smartphone]), you can switch temporarily to Program Mode for remote recording only during remote recording.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone Using the smartphone to operate the camera’s shutter via a Bluetooth connection only Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth 1 2 Make a Bluetooth connection to the smartphone (→228) Operate the smartphone Select [ ] Select [Shutter Remote Control] Take the pictures •• [Shutter Remote Control] is available only when the camera’s main switch is set to [ON]. •• The Live View screen of the camera cannot be viewed on a smartphone.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ■■Reducing the time to recover from Sleep mode Select the smartphone function to be used as a priority function when waking the camera from [Sleep Mode] with a smartphone. Preparation Set [Bluetooth] and [Remote Wakeup] to [ON]. (→235) → 239 [Setup] → [Bluetooth] → [Returning from Sleep Mode] [Remote / Transfer Priority] Shortens the time required to wake the camera with [Remote operation] or [Transfer image].
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone Playing back or saving images stored in the camera, or uploading them on social media sites Wireless connectivity required: Wi-Fi 1 2 Connect to a smartphone (→227) Operate the smartphone If the camera is already connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth, select [ ] → [Remote operation]. (iOS devices) Depending on the connection status of the smartphone, you may need to change the connected device on the Wi-Fi setup screen.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone Transferring recorded images to a smartphone automatically Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Wi-Fi The camera automatically transfers recorded images to a Bluetooth-connected smartphone via Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ■■To stop the automatic transfer of images In step 2, select [OFF]. ••A confirmation screen is displayed, asking you to terminate the Wi-Fi connection. ●●When [Auto Transfer] in [Bluetooth] is set to [ON], [Wi-Fi Function] is disabled. ●●If the file transfer is interrupted because the camera turns off, turn the camera on again to restart file transfer.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone Writing location information of a smartphone on a recorded image Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth The smartphone sends its location information to the camera via Bluetooth, and the camera performs recording while writing the acquired location information. Bluetooth GPS The smartphone acquires location information. The smartphone sends the location information. The camera performs recording while writing the location information.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone Synchronizing the camera’s clock with a smartphone Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Synchronize the [Clock Set] setting in the [Setup] menu and [Home] or [Destination] setting in the [World Time] of the camera with those of a smartphone.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a smartphone ■■Images that can be sent JPEG RAW*1 MP4*2, *3 4K Picture Series file Pictures recorded in [Post Focus] ○ ○ ○ – *1 An Android 7.0 or higher or iOS 10.0 or higher operating system is required. *2 Sending by [Send Images While Recording] is not available. *3 Excluding videos recorded with [Rec Quality] of [4K]. ••Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a smartphone Preparation Install the “Leica C-Lux” app in advance.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a smartphone [Send Images While Recording] A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. ••[ ] is displayed on the recording screen while connected by [Send Images While Recording], and [ ] is displayed while files are being sent. 1 ••To terminate the connection, follow the steps below: → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [Yes] ••You cannot change the settings while sending a picture.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a smartphone [Send Images Stored in the Camera] You can select and send recorded images. When selecting [Single Select] Select the picture Select [Set] Set When selecting [Multi Select] Select the picture (repeat) •• If selected again, the setting will be canceled. Select [OK] 1 2 3 4 5 6 OK ••To close the connection, select [Exit]. ●●Some images taken with a different camera may not be able to be sent.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections The following types of connections are available. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] [New Connection] A connection is made by selecting a Wi-Fi function and the connected device. When the following screen is displayed, select either [Via Network] (→249) or [Direct] (→252) and make a connection. Wireless access point [Select a destination from History] / [Select a destination from Favorite] A connection is made using the same settings as the previous time.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections ••The settings screen will only appear during the first connection. Connection methods set on this camera are stored and will be used for subsequent connections. If you want to change the wireless access point to connect to, press [DISP], then change the connecting destination. ••WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections ■■When connecting with [Manual Input] ••When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, network authentication type, encryption type, encryption key of the wireless access point you are using.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Connecting directly ([Direct]) You can directly connect the camera to your device. [WPS (Push-Button)] 1 2 [WPS Connection] On the camera screen, select [WPS (Push-Button)] Set the device to WPS mode •• You can extend waiting time for a connection by pressing [DISP] on this camera.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Connecting quickly with the same settings as used previously ([Select a destination from History] / [Select a destination from Favorite]) The camera keeps a history of times you used the Wi-Fi function. You can register items in the history to Favorite. You can easily connect with the same settings as used previously by connecting from the history or Favorite.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Editing items registered in Favorite → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [Select a destination from Favorite] 1 Select the Favorite item you wish to edit and press [Remove from Favorite] — [Change the Order in Favorite] For selecting the destination. [Change the Registered Name] •• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→50) ●●The number of settings that can be saved in the history is limited.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth [Wi-Fi Setup] Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] [Priority of Remote Device] (→236) [Wi-Fi Password] You can improve security by enabling password entry for a direct connection to a smartphone. [ON]: Connects the camera and a smartphone using an SSID and password. (→230) [OFF]: Connects the camera and a smartphone using an SSID.
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing 4K videos ■■Viewing on a TV When you connect the camera to a 4K-compatible TV and play back a video recorded with [Rec Quality] of [4K], you can enjoy high-resolution 4K images. Although resolution output will be lower, you can also play back 4K videos by connecting to a high-definition TV and other devices that do not have 4K support. Preparations •• Set [HDMI Mode (Play)] (→202) to [AUTO] or [4K/30p]. •• When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K, select [Auto].
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing 4K videos Saving 4K videos You can only dub 4K videos to a Blu‑ray disc or DVD with the specific compatibility. ■■Storing 4K videos on your PC You can use the software available for downloading after registering your camera on the Leica Camera AG homepage to import 4K videos to a PC. (→262) ••For details, refer to the software instructions.
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing on a TV Preparation Turn off both camera and TV. 1 Connect the camera to the TV Check the plug orientation and insert it straight. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug and socket terminals could become deformed and cause faulty operation.) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may damage the camera. HDMI micro cable Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo.
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing on a TV ●●Bars may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on the aspect ratio setting. ●●Change the screen mode on your TV if the picture is displayed with the top or bottom cut off. ●●Depending on the TV to be connected, video or 4K picture series files may not be played back correctly. ●●Check the [HDMI Mode (Play)]. (→202) ●●To play back 24p videos, set [HDMI Mode] to [AUTO].
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing on a TV Recording while monitoring camera images When using the HDMI output, you can take pictures while monitoring the camera image on a TV, etc. ■■Switching the information displayed You can change the display shown during HDMI output using [HDMI Info Display (Rec)] in [TV Connection] on the [Setup] menu. [ON]: The camera display is output as is. [OFF]: Only images are output.
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing on a TV HDTV Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is HDTV Link (HDMI)? ●●HDTV Link is a function that automatically links this camera to HDTV compatible devices via HDMI micro cables for enabling easy operation with the HDTV remote control. (Some operations are not available.) ●●HDTV Link (HDMI) is an exclusive function added to the industry-standard HDMI control functions known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).
Connecting with Other Devices Copying the Recorded Image Data to a Computer With card readers (external) ••Some computers can read directly from the card taken from the camera, others require the use of an external card reader. For details, refer to the instructions of the respective devices. ••If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so would cause all recorded image data to be erased, so make sure to select [NO].
Connecting with Other Devices Copying the Recorded Image Data to a Computer Copying pictures and videos Preparations •• Turn on the camera and computer. 1 Connect the camera to the computer •• Check the plug orientation and insert it straight. (If the plug is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug and socket terminals could become deformed and cause faulty operation.) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may damage the camera.
Connecting with Other Devices Copying the Recorded Image Data to a Computer ■■Copying to your computer without using software You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. ••Cards used in this camera contain the following files (folder structure). DCIM (pictures/videos) 100XXXXX Card Folder number LXXX0001.JPG ●●Windows Drive (“LEICA”) is displayed in “Computer”. ●●Mac Drive (“LEICA”) is displayed on the desktop.
Connecting with Other Devices Storing recorded pictures and videos in a recorder If you insert a card that has pictures recorded with this camera into an accordingly equipped recorder, you can dub the content to a Bluray Disc or DVD etc. ••See the instructions for the recorder for details for copying and playing back.
Connecting with Other Devices Printing You can connect a camera directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. Preparations •• Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer, as needed. •• Turn on camera and printer. 1 Connect the camera to the printer ••Check the plug orientation and insert it straight. (If the plug is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug and socket terminals could become deformed and cause faulty operation.) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket.
Connecting with Other Devices Printing Printing multiple pictures Multiple pictures can be printed at one time. 1 Press to select [Multi Print] in step 3 of “Printing” (→266) 2 Use to select the item and press [MENU/SET] [Multi Select] 3 Scrolls between pictures with , select pictures to print with [MENU/SET] (Press [MENU/SET] again to release selection.) Press [DISP] to execute [Select All] Prints all pictures. [Rating] Prints pictures selected as [Rating].
Connecting with Other Devices Printing ■■Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Sets number of pictures (up to 999 pictures). [Paper Size] Sets the paper size. [Page Layout] Sets whether or not to add borders and how many pictures to be printed on each sheet of paper.
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays ••The following images are examples of when [Monitor Disp. Set] is set to [ ] (monitor style) in the monitor. ••The information displayed, such as histograms, magnifications, and numeric values, are only for the purpose of reference.
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays [Quality] (→167) 120fps [High Speed Video] (→78) [AFS/AFF/AFC] (→84)/ AFS AFF AFC MF MF (→97) Focus Bracket (→130) [AF Mode] (→85) [Pull Focus] (→155) [Face Recog.
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays Coloring (→55) AWBc [Dial Guide] (→187) Defocus control function (→55, 76) White Balance (→103) Brightness (exposure) (→55, 76) White Balance Bracket (→107) Type of defocus ([Miniature Effect]) (→74) White Balance Fine Adjustment (→106) [One Point Color] (→75) Coloring (→54) 98 Number of recordable pictures (→26) r20 Maximum number of pictures that can be taken continuously (→125) RXXmXXs Available recording time*1 (→27) [Sunshine] (→75) (→55) (→7
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays In playback 15 pic.
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays Clear Retouch completed icon (→217) Acquiring information icon Playback (Videos) (→157) 1ST DAY Travel elapsed days (→197) Picture Group Display (→162) [Silent Mode] (→176) Multi Playback (→159) Name*2 (→193, 195) Location*2 (→197) Title*2 (→211) Age in years/months (→193, 195) Recording information Delete (→163) *1 [m] and [s] indicate “minute” and “second”.
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays Detailed information display Histogram display 1/5 2/5 R G 5500 B 10:00 1.DEC.2018 100-0001 10:00 1.DEC.2018 100-0001 Photo style, Highlight shadow display White balance display 3/5 Standard Y 4/5 Color Temperature 5500K G Contrast Sharpness Noise Reduction A Saturation 10:00 1.DEC.2018 100-0001 10:00 1.DEC.2018 100-0001 B M Lens information display 5/5 N/A Focal Length 8.8mm 35mm Focal Length 24mm Long Shtr NR OFF 10:00 1.DEC.
Others Message displays The following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the screen, and how to respond to them. ■■Memory cards [Memory Card Error] / [Format this card?] •• Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→26) •• Try with a different card. [Read Error] / [Write Error] / [Please check the card] •• Check whether the card has been inserted correctly (→24). •• Turn off the camera and remove the card.
Others Message displays ■■Wi-Fi function [Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] •• The wireless access point information set on this camera is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key. (→250) •• Transmissions from other devices may block the connection to a wireless access point. Check other devices that are connected to the wireless access point and devices that use the 2.4 GHz band. [Connection failed.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→277 - 284) first. If the problem persists, Performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→205). ■■Battery, power The charging lamp flashes. •• Charging is being performed in a place with extremely high or low temperatures. →→Reconnect the USB cable and retry charging in a place where the ambient temperature is 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (temperature conditions also apply to the battery itself).
Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■■Recording Striping or flicker may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting and LED lighting fixture. •• This is characteristic of MOS-type sensors like the one in this camera. This is not a malfunction. •• If you are taking pictures using the electronic shutter, the striping may be reduced by setting a slower shutter speed.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Recorded pictures appear ‘grainy’, or there is interference. •• We recommend trying the following methods. →→Use a lower ISO sensitivity (→101). →→Either adjust [Noise Reduction] of [Photo Style] to a higher setting or set each item other than [Noise Reduction] to a lower setting. (→169) →→Set [Long Shtr NR] to [ON]. (→175) The subject appears skewed in pictures.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■■Videos Videos cannot be recorded. •• When a large capacity card is used, you may not be able to take a picture for a while after you turn on the camera. Video recording stops midway. •• When the ambient temperature is high or a video is recorded continuously, the camera may display ] and stop the recording. Wait until the camera cools down. [ •• The required speed class of a card varies depending on the video [Rec Quality].
Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■■Monitor/viewfinder The monitor/viewfinder is turned off although the camera is turned on. •• If no operations are performed during the set time period [Auto EVF/Monitor Off] (→199) is activated, and the monitor/viewfinder turns off. •• When a hand or an object is close to the eye sensor, the monitor display mode could be switched to viewfinder display mode.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■■Wi-Fi function A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. The transmission gets disconnected. A wireless access point is not displayed. General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection •• Use within the communication range of the wireless LAN network. •• Is any device, such as a microwave oven, a cordless phone, etc., that uses 2.4 GHz frequency operated nearby? →→The transmission may get interrupted when used simultaneously. Use them sufficiently far away from the device.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■■TV, computer, printer No image appears on the TV. The image is blurred or not colored. •• The connection is not correct (→258). •• The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. HDTV Link (HDMI) is not working. •• Is the camera’s [HDTV Link] setting set to [ON]? (→202) →→Check the HDTV Link (HDMI) settings on the device you are connecting to. →→Turn the camera off and on again. Communication with the computer is not possible.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■■Others The lens makes a clicking noise. •• When the camera is turned on or off, the lens is moved, or an aperture setting is changed, such a noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction. •• When the brightness changes after changing the zoom lens’ focal length or moving the camera, the lens may make a noise while adjusting the aperture. This is not a malfunction. Zooming stops instantaneously. •• When using Extended optical zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily.
Others Usage cautions and notes When in use ●●Keep this camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). ••If you use this camera on top of or near a TV, its pictures and/or sound may be disrupted by electromagnetic fields. ••Do not use this camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
Others Usage cautions and notes Caring for your camera To clean your camera, remove the battery, and/or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ●●Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn stains, before wiping with a dry cloth. ●●Do not use benzine, thinners, alcohol, or kitchen detergent, as these may damage the outer casing and finish of the camera. ●●If using a chemically-treated cloth, read the supplied instructions carefully. ●●Do not touch the lens shutter.
Others Usage cautions and notes Lens ●●Do not exert excessive force on the lens. ●●Images may appear slightly white if the front lens surface is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). Turn the camera on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. ●●Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun as rays of light from the sun may cause it to malfunction. Also, be careful when placing the camera outside or near a window.
Others Usage cautions and notes AC adapter ●●Keep at least 1 m (3′ 3″) away from AM radios (may cause radio interference). ●●The AC adapter may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction. ●●After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet. (A very small amount of current is consumed if it is left connected.
Others Usage cautions and notes Personal Information To protect personal information, we recommend that you set a Wi-Fi password or a Wi-Fi function lock. (→255) If names or birthdays are set in [Profile Setup] or in the [Face Recog.] function, keep in mind that the camera and recorded pictures will contain personal information. Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, likeness rights, etc.
Others Usage cautions and notes Wi-Fi function ■■Use the camera as a wireless LAN device When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Leica Camera AG will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Others Usage cautions and notes ●●The SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ●●The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries. ●●Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ●●Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. ●●Vario-Elmar is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use.
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