LEICA C Instructions
Table of contents Preparations Basics Before use............................................... 7 Scope of Delivery................................... 9 Accessories............................................ 9 Names of the components................... 10 Cursor buttons/Control dial..........................12 Attaching the wrist strap...............................12 Basic settings/operation...................... 25 Using the control ring.......................... 27 Using the Quick menu...............
Table of contents Using the [Setup] menu....................... 54 [Clock Set]....................................................54 [World Time].................................................54 [Travel Date].................................................54 [Airplane Mode]............................................54 [Beep]...........................................................54 [Speaker Volume].........................................55 [Cust.Set Mem.]...........................................
Table of contents [Creative Control] mode....................... 96 [Expressive]..................................................98 [Retro]..........................................................98 [Old Days]....................................................98 [High Key].....................................................99 [Low Key].....................................................99 [Sepia]..........................................................99 [Dynamic Monochrome].........................
Table of contents Playback Wi-Fi/NFC Changing the picture information displays, etc........................................ 142 Playing back pictures recorded using the serial exposure function... 143 Different playback methods.............. 145 [2D/3D Settings].........................................145 Selecting pictures to play back......... 146 Wi-Fi® Function and NFC Function... 170 [Airplane Mode]..........................................172 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function..............
Table of contents Connecting to other devices Miscellaneous Viewing on a TV screen..................... 201 HDTV Link (HDMI).....................................203 Viewing 3D still pictures.............................205 Copying still and motion pictures to a recorder....................................... 207 Copy by inserting the memory card into the recorder................................................207 Dubbing playback pictures via AV cable....207 Monitor/Viewfinder displays..............
Preparations 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, the monitor, the viewfinder, or the camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
Preparations Before use ■■Always take a test shot first Before important events when you intend to 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.
Preparations Scope of Delivery Accessories Order No. Rechargeable battery Order No. C-TWIST (wraparound) BP-DC14-E 18 535 BP-DC14-U 18 536 light gold 18 784 (delivery differs depending on markets) dark red 18 785 C-SNAP (protector) Battery charger/ AC adapter ACA-DC11-U 423-106.001-003 ACA-DC11-K 423-106.001-004 ACA-DC11-E 423-106.001-005 ACA-DC11-B 423-106.001-006 ACA-DC11-A 423-106.001-007 ACA-DC11-C 423-106.001-008 (delivery differs depending on markets) Wrist strap 423-068.
Preparations Names of the components Mode dial (→25) Use to select the recording mode. Flash (→75) Self-timer indicator (→89) / AF Assist Lamp (→136) Lights up/flashes when the self-timer is used or when the Auto Focus function is operated in dark locations. Control ring (→27) Lens (Top) Allows controlling different (previously selected) functions during recording such as changing the focal length.
Preparations Names of the components Viewfinder (→66) [LVF] button (→66) Use to switch between viewfinder and monitor display. [WIFI] button (→171) Charging lamp (→15) / Wi-Fi® connection lamp (→171) •• Charging in progress: Red •• When the Wi-Fi function is ON: Blue Motion picture button (→40) Use to record motion pictures. Strap eyelet (→12) Playback button Use to select recording or playback mode. [FN] button (→117) [HDMI] socket (→201, 203) Use to call up registered functions.
Preparations Names of the components Cursor buttons/Control dial [MENU/SET] button Up cursor button ( ) •• Use to display the menus, enter the settings, etc. (→52) •• Exposure Compensation (→90) Right cursor button ( ) Left cursor button ( ) •• Flash mode (→75) •• Macro recording (→78, 80), Manual Focus (→87) Control dial •• Turn to select setting items and change setting values.
Preparations Charging the battery Always use dedicated equipment such as the supplied charger/AC adapter, USB cable, and battery for this camera. ••Always charge before first use! (the battery is shipped uncharged) ••The battery can only be charged while it is in the camera.
Preparations Charging the battery Inserting the battery To charge the battery, insert it into the camera. Move the lock/release slider to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door [OPEN] [LOCK] lock/release slider Insert the battery all the way ••Push it in until it is locked by the latch. Close the card/battery door Latch ••Move the lock/release slider to the [LOCK] position. 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) (temperature conditions also apply to the battery itself). Make sure that the camera is turned off. Charger/AC adapter Align the marks ( to ) and insert the plug. Charging lamp USB cable •• Always make sure the plug is aligned correctly and hold it straight to insert or remove it.
Preparations Charging the battery ■■Charging lamp indications On: Charging in progress (Red) Off: Charging completed (After charging stops, disconnect the camera from the electrical outlet or your computer.) ■■Notes on charging time Charging time approx. 160 min ••The charging time indicated above is the case when the battery is completely depleted. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage.
Preparations Charging the battery Battery capacity When using the camera, the remaining battery capacity is displayed. Battery capacity (flashes red) If the battery symbol flashes red, recharge or replace the battery. Guidelines for the number of recordable pictures and operating time The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to surrounding environment and usage conditions.
Preparations Charging the battery ■■Recording motion pictures (When using the monitor) [Rec Format] [AVCHD] [Rec Quality] [FHD] [FHD] approx. 70 min approx. 80 min approx. 30 min approx. 35 min Available recording time Actual available recording time* [MP4] * The time you can actually record when repeatedly turning the camera on and off, starting and stopping recording and using the lens’ zoom function. ●●Recording conditions ••Temperature 23°C (73.
Preparations Inserting and removing the memory card ••Make sure that the camera is turned off. Move the lock/release slider to the [OPEN] position and open the card/ battery door [OPEN] [LOCK] lock/release slider Insert the card all the way ••Push it in down until it clicks into place. Close the card/battery door ••Move the lock/release slider to the [LOCK] position. Make sure the orientation of the card is correct ■■To remove the card Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
Preparations Saving your pictures (to an inserted memory card or the built-in memory) Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory if not. ■■Built-in memory (approx. 87 MB) ●●Pictures can be copied between cards and the built-in memory. (→169) ●●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. ■■Compatible memory cards The following SD standard-based cards can be used.
Preparations Saving your pictures Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card). Estimated remaining number of pictures or recording time (switch with [Remaining Disp.
Preparations Saving your pictures ■■Recording time capacity (motion pictures) ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds”.) When [Rec Format] is [AVCHD] [Rec Quality] 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB [FHD] [HD] 14m00s 4h10m00s 8h26m00s When [Rec Format] is [MP4] [Rec Quality] Built-in memory 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB [FHD] — 11m00s 3h22m00s 6h50m00s [HD] — 22m00s 6h27m00s 13h04m00s [VGA] 2m00s 50m00s 14h12m00s 28h46m00s ••The time displayed in the table is the total time.
Preparations Setting language, time, and date The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. ••Disconnect the camera from the charger/AC adapter. Press the [OFF/ON] button The camera is turned on. Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and then [MENU/SET] ••The [Please set the clock] message appears.
Preparations Setting language, time, and date ●●If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you order a photo shop to print the picture, or when you stamp the date on the pictures with [Date Stamp] or [Text Stamp]. ●●If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed. Changing time settings When resetting date and time, select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu. ••Clock settings will be saved for approx.
Basics Basic settings/operation Press the [OFF/ON] button to turn on the camera 1 Set the mode dial to the desired recording mode Make sure the dial is set exactly to the click-stop position of the → desired mode For taking pictures with extended automatic settings. (→29) For taking pictures with automatic exposure [Program AE] Mode control. (→38) The exposure is determined by the [Aperture-Priority] Mode automatically controlled shutter speed, based on the manually set aperture value.
Basics Basic settings/operation Aim the camera and shoot ■■Taking still pictures Microphones Shutter button Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press the shutter button fully to take the picture ■■Recording motion pictures Press the motion picture button to start recording Press the motion picture button again to stop recording 3 Motion picture button ■■Holding the camera ••To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your fee
Basics Using the control ring Using the control ring is an easy and convenient way to adjust several settings, depending on the camera mode selected. (In [Snapshot Mode]) Items that can be set by the control ring vary depending on recording modes. Following are the pre-assigned settings.
Basics Using the Quick menu Using the Quick menu, you can change camera settings with the control ring. Press the [Q MENU/ ] button Press to select menu items ••The menu and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode. Turn the control ring to change the setting ••You can also change settings with the control dial.
Basics Snapshot mode ■■Recording mode: This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set to ([Snapshot Mode]) Take a picture Focus display ( When the focus setting is correct: illuminated When the focus setting is not correct or impossible: flashes) Press halfway to focus Press fully to take the picture Using the flash Press to select or .
Basics Snapshot mode Automatic Scene Detection When set to this mode, the camera recognizes several typical subjects/scenes, and makes optimum settings automatically. The icon of the type of scene detected Recognizes people Recognizes children*1 Recognizes landscapes Recognizes sunsets Recognizes night scenes and people in them*2 is selected) (Only when Recognizes night scenes*2 Recognizes night scenes to be taken without a tripod.
Basics Snapshot mode Determining the extent of the area rendered sharply You can also use [Snapshot Mode] to easily adjust the depth of field, i.e. which parts are rendered sharply and which are not, as with [Aperture-Priority] mode. Press Turn the control ring to determine the extent of the depth of field ••[AUTO] is displayed in the icon during automatic adjustment. ••You can also make adjustments with and the control dial.
Basics Snapshot mode Happy color settings When [Color Mode] is set to [Happy], pictures are recorded with vivid coloring. ■■Settings Press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor button/s to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] Press to select [Color Mode] and then [MENU/SET] Press to select [Happy] and then [MENU/SET] [Motion Deblur] [Motion Deblur] automatically sets the optimum shutter speed in accordance with the movements of the subject to minimize the subject blurring. This mode is preset to [ON].
Basics Snapshot mode [iHDR] When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation. This mode is preset to [ON].
Basics Snapshot mode AF Tracking This function enables the camera to continue to focus and adjust the exposure even in the case of moving subjects. Press to set [AF Mode] to AF Tracking ••To cancel AF Tracking → Press . Aim the AF Tracking frame at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway to lock ••To cancel AF Lock: Press [MENU/SET] AF Tracking frame AF Lock successful: Yellow AF Lock failed: Red ●●The optimal scene for the AF locked subject is automatically identified.
Basics Snapshot mode [Snapshot Plus Mode] When [Snapshot Plus Mode] is selected, you can easily adjust the brightness and coloring, in addition to the depth of field, without compromising the user-friendly operation of [Snapshot Mode]. ■■Switching to [Snapshot Plus Mode] Use the [Snapshot Mode] menu to switch the mode.
Basics Snapshot mode ■■Adjusting brightness, coloring, and depth of field Press Press to select an item to set Adjusts brightness. Adjusts depth of field. Adjusts coloring. ••[AUTO] is displayed in the icon during automatic adjustment. Use the control ring to make adjustments Brightness Underexposure (dark) Depth of field Coloring Overexposure (bright) less more Warm colors Cool colors ••You can also make adjustments with and the control dial.
Basics Snapshot mode About [Snapshot Mode] setting items Only the menu items which are displayed in [Snapshot Mode] can be set. The settings selected in the [Program AE] or other modes will reflect on the menu items in the [Setup] menu that are not displayed. ●●The settings for the following items are different from other recording modes: ••[Picture Size] and [Color Mode] on the [Rec] menu ••[Beep] on the [Setup] menu ([Beep Level] and [Shutter Vol.
Basics Program mode ■■Recording modes: The camera automatically sets both shutter speed and aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can change various settings in the [Rec] menu. Set to ([Program AE] mode) Take a picture Press halfway to focus Press fully to take the picture ●●If a warning is displayed about camera shake, use [Stabilizer], a tripod, or [Self Timer]. ●●If aperture and shutter speed are shown in red, you will not get an appropriate exposure.
Basics Automatic focusing (AF) When [AF Mode] is set to (1-area-focusing), the subject parts targeted with the AF frame will determine the focus setting. If a subject you want to record is not in the center, follow the steps below.
Basics Taking motion pictures ■■Recording modes: *1 *2 *1 You cannot take motion pictures in [3D Photo Mode]. *2 You cannot take motion pictures in [Soft Focus] and [Star Filter]. You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). Press the motion picture button to start recording Microphones [Rec Format] (→139)/ [Rec Quality] (→139) Elapsed recording time ●●Do not cover the microphones when taking motion pictures. Remaining recording time (approx.
Basics Taking motion pictures Recording modes ■■Taking motion pictures in The camera automatically detects and sets the type of scene for motion pictures with optimal settings. hen the scene does not W correspond to any on the right. ••In mode, focus and exposure will be set according to the face detected. •• will be selected for nightscapes and other dark scenes. ••If the camera does not select your desired Scene mode, choosing an appropriate mode manually is recommended.
Basics Taking motion pictures ●●If the surrounding temperature is high, or during a longer recording take, may be displayed and recording may be stopped automatically to protect the camera. ●●When using lens’ zoom function while taking motion pictures, it may take some time to focus. ●●Depending on the environment when taking motion pictures, the screen may turn black for an instant or noise may be recorded because of static electricity, electromagnetic fields, etc.
Basics Taking motion pictures Recording still pictures while taking a motion picture Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being taken. Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording [Still Picture Size] (→140) 9M 6M 2M Maximum number of pictures 15 pictures ••The clicking sound made when the shutter button is operated may be recorded. ••When still pictures are recorded while simultaneously using the lens’s zoom function, the zooming may stop.
Basics Viewing still pictures When a memory card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, without a card from the built-in memory. Press the Playback button ••To let the camera start with Playback mode, keep the playback button pressed while turning it on. Press to select a picture to be displayed ••When the buttons are held down, the pictures are scrolled quickly forward or backward. ••Pictures can also be selected with the control dial.
Basics Viewing still pictures Enlarged viewing Turn the zoom lever toward the T side Current frame size ••Each time you turn the zoom lever toward the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. (The picture quality displayed becomes successively lower.) ••To reduce the magnification: Turn the zoom lever toward the W side ••To move the enlarged section’s position: Press ●●Enlarged playback is not available during motion picture or panorama picture playback.
Basics Viewing still pictures Simultaneous viewing of several pictures Turn the zoom lever toward the W side Number of selected picture/Total picture number Icon for panorama pictures Icon for motion pictures ••Turning the zoom lever toward the W side repeatedly switches the display in the following order: 1-picture screen (full-screen) → 12-picture screen → 30-picture screen → Calendar screen. (Turn the lever to the T side to return.
Basics Viewing still pictures Viewing pictures by their recording date Turn the zoom lever toward the W side several times Use the cursor buttons to select the recording date, and then press [MENU/SET] ••Pictures are displayed in Multi Playback (30-picture screen). The cursor will appear on the first picture taken on the selected date. ••You can also select the date with the control dial. ●●Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen.
Basics Viewing motion pictures This camera was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and then press Playback starts.
Basics Viewing motion pictures Extracting still pictures from motion pictures You can save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. Display the picture that you want to extract as a still picture by pausing the motion picture during playback Press [MENU/SET] ••A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with the cursor button/s and then press [MENU/SET]. ••Still pictures are saved with an [Aspect Ratio] setting of 16:9 and [Picture Size] at 2M*.
Basics Deleting pictures Pictures will be deleted from the memory card if one is inserted, or from the built-in memory if not. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) However, pictures will not be deleted in the following cases. ••Protected pictures ••Card switch is in “LOCK” position. ••Pictures not of DCF standard (→44) Press the [ ] button to delete the displayed picture ••A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with the cursor buttons and then press [MENU/SET].
Basics Deleting pictures Deleting multiple (up to 100)/all pictures A picture group (→143) is handled as 1 picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group are deleted) Press the [ ] button while viewing a picture Use to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All], and then press [MENU/SET] ••Items can also be selected by turning the control dial. ●●[Delete Multi] Use the cursor buttons to select the picture and press the [DISP] button Picture selected ••To cancel → Press the [DISP] button again.
Basics Menu control Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Program AE] mode Press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select [Rec] menu, and then press [MENU/SET] ••Items can also be selected by turning the control dial. Press to select [AF Mode], and then [MENU/SET] Pages (The pages can also be selected with the zoom lever.
Basics Menu control Menu sections ●●In recording mode ●●In playback mode [Rec] You can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Resolution. [Motion Picture] You can select the recording format and resolution and other settings. [Setup] You can perform settings for convenience of use such as the clock setting and changing of the beep sounds. [Wi-Fi] You can perform settings required to use a Wi-Fi connection and Wi-Fi functions.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) ●●In [Snapshot Mode], only [Clock Set], [World Time], [Airplane Mode], [Beep], [Composition Guide], [Language] and [O.I.S. Demo.] are set. [Clock Set] Sets time, date, and display format. (→23) [World Time] Sets the local time at travel destination.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Speaker Volume] Adjusts the volume of sound from the speakers (7 levels). ■■Settings: [0] / [1] / [2] / [3] / [4] / [5] / [6] ●●This function cannot adjust TV speaker volume when connected to a TV. [Cust.Set Mem.] Registers the current camera settings. (→115) [Fn Button Set] Registers frequently used functions from the [Rec], [Setup] or other menus to the [FN] button for faster operation.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Monitor Luminance] Improves monitor image visibility. ■■Settings [Auto Power Monitor] [Power Monitor] The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. The brightness is increased for easy viewing outdoors. [OFF] — ●●[Auto Power Monitor] cannot be selected in playback mode. ●●[Power Monitor] returns to ordinary brightness if there is no operation for 30 seconds when recording.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Histogram] Displays the distribution of brightness in a picture – e.g. if the graph peaks at the right, this means that a majority of the picture will be/is brighter than average. A peak in the center represents a correct exposure. This can be used as a reference for exposure compensation, etc.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Remaining Disp.] Switches the display between the remaining number of still pictures you can take or the remaining recording time of a motion picture that you can record for the available memory card or the built-in memory. ■■Settings Displays the number of pictures that can be recorded. Displays the remaining recording time. [Lens Resume] ●●[Zoom Resume] Saves the zoom position when turning the camera off.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Economy] Turns off the camera or the monitor while not using the camera to minimize battery consumption. ●●[Auto Power Off] Automatically switches off the camera while not in use. ■■Settings: [2MIN.] / [5MIN.] / [10MIN.] / [OFF] ●●To restore → Turn on the camera again.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Auto Review] Automatically displays still pictures immediately after taking them. ■■Settings [1SEC] / [2SEC] Displays the picture for the set time before automatically returning to the recording screen. [HOLD] Keeps the picture displayed until [MENU/SET] is pressed. [OFF] — ●●For [Snapshot Mode], the setting is fixed to [2SEC]. ●●Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Reset] Resets the camera to the default settings. ●●[Reset Rec. settings?] ●●[Reset setup parameters?] ●●Information registered in [Face Recog.] is reset if recording settings are reset. ●●Resetting the setup parameters will also reset the following: ••Age in years/months and names in [Baby] and [Pet] Scene modes ●●Folder numbers and clock settings will not be reset. ●●Noise may be audible as the lens function is reset.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Output] Changes the settings to be used when the camera is connected to a TV or an other device. ●● [Video Out] (With camera models 18 484/-487/-488/-491) ■■Settings ●● [NTSC] Video output is set to NTSC system. [PAL] Video output is set to PAL system. [TV Aspect] (This setting is available when an AV cable is connected.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Rotate Disp.] Automatically rotates portrait still pictures. ■■Settings Rotates and displays pictures displayed on a TV screen as well as those displayed on the monitor of the camera in portrait orientation. Rotates and displays only pictures displayed on a TV screen in portrait orientation. [OFF] — ●●[Rotate Disp.] cannot be used with motion pictures.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Format] Use this mode when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, to format the built-in memory or the memory card. When a card/the built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be restored. Check the content of the card/the built-in memory carefully before formatting. ●●To format the built-in memory, remove the memory card.
Basics Entering Text Use the cursor buttons to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in the Scene modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [Travel Date] etc. Use the cursor buttons to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed The character is inserted at the cursor position.
Taking pictures Switching between monitor and viewfinder Using the viewfinder allows checking subject and framing regardless of the ambient light conditions Press the [LVF] button ■■About diopter adjustment Turn the diopter adjustment wheel until you are able to clearly see all the displays in the viewfinder. Diopter adjustment wheel ●●When adjusting the diopter, align your eye in the center of the viewfinder.
Taking pictures Switching displays You can select the type of displays, e.g. turn off the recording information (such as icons for various settings) and the level gauge (→70). Press the [DISP] button to change displays With additional information* With basic information Without information With basic information + level gauge With additional information and with level gauge* * Set [Histogram] to display a histogram.
Taking pictures Using reference lines to assist composition ■■Recording modes: You can utilize the viewfinder or the monitor for still pictures to carefully and precisely position your subject (the composition) along the reference lines. The following guidelines can be used. Composition principle [Rule of Thirds Offset] Guideline Description This composition creates a more interesting photo by offsetting the subject from the center. Example for an off-center positioned flower.
Taking pictures Using reference lines to assist composition ■■How to select guidelines Press the [FN] button Use the cursor buttons to select the guideline to display, and then press [MENU/SET] ••You can also select guidelines with the control dial. ••Explanations and examples of the composition will be displayed in turn when you press the [DISP] button. to flip. ••If the guideline/s allows horizontal flipping, use ••To turn off guideline display, select [No Guide].
Taking pictures Using the level gauge ■■Recording modes: If you want to make sure that the camera is not tilted up, down, to the left or to the right, for example, when you take a picture of a landscape, use the level gauge indication as a reference. Press the [DISP] button to switch the display Press the button until the level gauge is displayed. Correct the camera angle ■■Using the level gauge The yellow line indicates the current angle (horizontal line).
Taking pictures Using the zoom lens ■■Recording modes: You can determine how much of a subject is to be captured / how large a subject is to be rendered by selecting the appropriate focal length, i.e. by zooming.
Taking pictures Using the zoom lens Zoom functions The zoom ratio changes when the resolution is changed. ■■Optical zooming Zooming in up to 7.1x is possible if pictures without Size] in the [Rec] menu. (→128) have been selected by [Picture ●●Optical zooming cannot be used in the following cases: ••[Macro Zoom] ••With the Scene mode ([3D Photo Mode]) ■■Extended optical zoom Zooming in up to 13.9x is possible when pictures with have been selected by [Picture Size] in the [Rec] menu (→128).
Taking pictures Using the zoom lens To increase the zoom ratio further, the following zoom modes can be used in combination. ■■[i.ZOOM] You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original with limited deterioration of picture quality. Set [i.Resolution] to [i.ZOOM] in the [Rec] menu. (→135) ●●When [i.Resolution] is set to [i.ZOOM], Intelligent Resolution technology is applied to the picture. ●●[i.
Taking pictures Using the zoom lens ■■[Step Zoom] You can select to set the focal length in steps. The displayed figures are the respective equivalent focal lengths for 35mm cameras. ••If recording in [Snapshot Mode] or Scene mode, you can set [Step Zoom] with the control ring. If the setting assigned to the control ring is [Step Zoom], [Step Zoom] will also be available for use in other modes.
Taking pictures Using the built-in flash ■■Recording modes: Press to display [Flash] Use the cursor buttons to select the desired mode, and then press [MENU/SET] Modes, function ∗1 Application [Auto] •• Automatically judges whether or not to flash Normal use [Auto/Red-Eye]∗2 •• Automatically judges whether or not to flash (reduce red-eye) For pictures of subjects in dark places [Forced Flash On] •• Always flash For pictures with backlight or under bright lighting (e.g. fluorescent) [Slow Sync.
Taking pictures Using the built-in flash ●●Do not put your hands over the light-emitting area of the flash (→10) or look at it from close range. Do not use the flash at close distances to other subjects (heat/light may damage subject). ●●The effect of red-eye reduction varies depending on the subject and is affected by factors such as distance to the subject, whether the subject is looking at the camera during preliminary flash, and so on. In some cases, the effect of red-eye reduction may be negligible.
Taking pictures Using the built-in flash ■■Available flash modes in each exposure mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○∗1 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ – ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ ∗1 Set to , , or depending on the subject and brightness. ••The flash cannot be used when recording motion pictures or in the , , , and Scene modes.
Taking pictures Close-up pictures ■■Recording modes: * * Only [3D Photo Mode] can be set. For maximum enlargement of a subject, the camera has to be very close to it. Setting to [AF Macro] ( ) enables you to take pictures from a shorter distance than the normal focus range (up to 3cm (13/16″) for max. Wide).
Taking pictures Close-up pictures Focus range When a subject is too close to the camera, the picture may not be properly focused. ■■Shortest focusing distance The shortest focusing distance is the distance from the front lens element’s surface to the subject. This distance changes gradually depending on the zoom position. Zoom Focus Mode [ ][ ] [MF] [AF] Max. W 3cm (13/16″) 50cm (1′ 7″) Max. T 80cm (2′ 7″) 80cm (2′ 7″) •• The focus range is displayed when operating the zoom, etc.
Taking pictures Close-up pictures [Macro Zoom] ■■Recording modes: * * This mode cannot be set in the following modes: [Toy Effect], [Miniature Effect] To take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] ( subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro] ( ). ) enables the Press Use the cursor buttons to select [Macro Zoom] ( press [MENU/SET] ), and then Adjust the magnification with the zoom lever Reduce The zoom position is fixed at the Wide end.
Taking pictures Using Auto focus ■■Recording modes: When Auto Focus is enabled, you only have to press the shutter button halfway to focus. The focusing methods differ depending on the [Rec] mode and the [AF Mode] setting. Press Use the cursor buttons to select [AF], and then press [MENU/SET] ■■Switching [AF Mode] Select [AF Mode] from the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu.
Taking pictures Using Auto focus Face detection Recognizes faces (up to 15 persons) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly. AF frame Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away as faces within the yellow AF frame are also focused.
Taking pictures Using Auto focus Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject Aim the AF Tracking frame at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway AF Tracking frame When the subject is recognized, the AF Tracking frame changes from white to yellow, and the subject is automatically kept in focus. If AF Lock fails, the frame flashes red. ••To switch off AF Tracking → Press [MENU/SET].
Taking pictures Using Auto focus Focusing based on metering in 23 areas With this mode, focusing is based on the closest registered object in the 23 metered areas. ●●The focus setting is fixed to (1-area-focusing) during motion picture recording. Focusing on a small part of the frame Focusing is based on the subject registered in the center of the picture. (Recommended when focusing is difficult, or when it is supposed to be based on a specific off-center detail) ••You can freely position the AF area.
Taking pictures Using Auto focus ■■Changing the position and size of the AF area When [AF Mode] is set to (1-area-focusing), you can move the position or change the size of the AF area.
Taking pictures Locking the exposure and/or focus setting ■■Recording modes: * AF lock only * The Lock function is convenient for achieving perfect exposure and focusing based on the most important part of a subject. For example, if you wish to position it anywhere in the frame, and also in the case of large brightness differences.
Taking pictures Manual focusing ■■Recording modes: Use this function when you want to determine the focus setting yourself or when using Autofocus proves difficult. Press Use the cursor buttons to select [MF], and then press [MENU/SET] Use the control ring to focus Focus setting indication ••Settings assigned to the control ring in each mode are made with the control dial.
Taking pictures Manual focusing ■■Enlarged display (MF assist) When [MF Assist] in the [Setup] menu is [ON] and you manually focus, an enlarged section appears. ••Shortly after you stop focusing manually, the display switches to normal.
Taking pictures Using the self-timer ■■Recording modes: We recommend using a tripod. Setting the self-timer to 2 seconds can also be used to prevent camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button. Press Use the cursor buttons to select [Self Timer], and then press [MENU/SET] ••To change the time setting: Press the [DISP] button and select a time setting with Take a picture Press the shutter button fully to release the shutter after the preset time.
Taking pictures Exposure Compensation ■■Recording modes: * * Not available when using [Starry Sky]. Use this function to adjust the exposure in case you prefer a brighter/darker rendition than the image initially displayed on the screen.
Taking pictures Picture series with automatically changing exposures ■■Recording modes: *1 *2 *1 Not available in the following modes: [Handheld Night Shot] [HDR] [Starry Sky] [3D Photo Mode] *2 Not available in the following modes: [Toy Effect] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus] [Star Filter] In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded with the selected exposure steps each time the shutter button is pressed.
Taking pictures Aperture priority mode ■■Recording modes: Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a larger in-focus area (in front of and behind the main subject), to a lower number for a smaller in-focus area. Set the mode dial to Turn the control ring to select the aperture value ••You can also make settings with the control dial. ••When the aperture value is increased, the depth of field expands, i.e. more of the fore- and background is rendered sharply.
Taking pictures Shutter priority mode ■■Recording modes: When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trailing effect, set to a slower shutter speed. Set the mode dial to Turn the control ring to select the shutter speed ••You can also make settings with the control dial. ••At faster shutter speeds, moving subjects are rendered sharper. At slower shutter speeds, moving subjects are rendered less sharp.
Taking pictures Manual exposure mode ■■Recording modes: If you e. g.
Taking pictures Manual exposure mode ■■Light balance (approximation) Indicates a correct exposure. Indicates overexposure. For a standard exposure, use a faster shutter speed and/or increase the aperture value. Indicates underexposure. For a standard exposure, use a slower shutter speed and/or reduce the aperture value. ●●In the case of deviations from the standard exposure, the numbers for aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode ■■Recording modes: You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the monitor. Set the mode dial to Press to select an effect, and then [MENU/SET] ••If you press the [DISP] button, an explanation of the effect appears.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode ●●The flash is set to [ ] ([Forced Flash Off]). ●●The display of a picture reflecting a selected effect in the preview screen or recording screen may differ from the recorded pictures. ●●A setting that was selected in [Creative Control] mode is retained even after the camera is turned off. ●●The following [Rec] menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be selected manually. [Sensitivity], [White Balance], [i.Exposure], [Min.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [Expressive] This effect creates a pop art style picture that enhances the color. ■■Items that can be set (→97) Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Depth of field Less More Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring Brightness [Retro] This effect creates the soft appearance of a tarnished picture.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [High Key] This effect creates a brighter and lighter toned appearance for the entire picture. ■■Items that can be set (→97) Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Depth of field Less More Coloring Pinkish coloring Light-bluish coloring Brightness [Low Key] This effect creates a darker somber appearance for the entire picture to emphasize the bright portions.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect creates a monochromatic picture with a higher contrast and more dramatic atmosphere. ■■Items that can be set (→97) Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Depth of field Less More Contrast Low contrast High contrast Brightness [Impressive Art] An effect with strong contrast that illustrates a surreal and dramatic atmosphere.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [Cross Process] This effect creates a unique atmosphere with surprising colors.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [Soft Focus] This effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally blurring the entire picture. ■■Items that can be set (→97) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Depth of field Less More Degree of defocusing Slight defocusing Strong defocusing ●●The monitor image is displayed with a slight delay compared to normal recording.
Taking pictures [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [One Point Color] This picture effect creates a monochromatic picture by retaining the color you selected only, and adds memorable emphasis to it.
Taking pictures [Panorama Shot] mode ■■Recording modes: You can easily record a panorama picture by panning the camera in the direction you want, while the camera automatically combines the pictures series taken during that time. ••The recording direction is set as “left → right” at the time of purchase. ■■Tips ••Pan the camera in the recording direction as steadily as possible. If the camera shakes too much, it may not be able to take pictures or may end up creating a narrower (small) panorama picture.
Taking pictures [Panorama Shot] mode Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion in the selected direction to start recording ••Taking pictures from left to right 2 sec. 1 sec. Recording direction and progress status (approximation) 3 sec. 4 sec. ••Pan the camera so that you make a complete circle in approx. 8 seconds - Pan the camera at a constant speed. - You may not be able to take pictures successfully if you move the camera too quickly or too slowly.
Taking pictures [Panorama Shot] mode ●●The lens is fixed to its shortest focal length/the utmost W-position. ●●The focus, exposure and White Balance are all fixed to optimal values for the first picture. If the focusing or brightness of pictures recorded as part of a panorama picture after the first picture are significantly different from those of the first one, the panorama picture as a whole (when all pictures are stitched together) may not have consistent focus and brightness.
Taking pictures [Scene Mode] ■■Recording modes: Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes.
Taking pictures [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→108) [Portrait] Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. ■■Tips ••The longer the set focal length, i.e. the zoom lens is set to the T limit and a distant background is selected, the greater the effect will be. [Soft Skin] Smoothes skin colors in bright, outdoor daylight conditions (portraits from chest upwards). ■■Tips ••The longer the set focal length, i.e.
Taking pictures [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→108) [Sports] Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. ■■Tips ••Stand at least 5m (16 feet) away. ●●The shutter speed may slow down to 1 second. [Night Portrait] Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. ■■Tips ••Use flash. ••The subject should not move. ••Using a tripod and/or the self-timer is recommended. ●●The shutter speed may slow down to 8 seconds.
Taking pictures [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→108) [Handheld Night Shot] For creating less blurry still pictures of night scenes with less noise by combining a series of still pictures. ■■Tips ••After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during the exposure series. ••Stand at least 5m (16 feet) away. ●●Since a series of still pictures are combined after they have been recorded, it will take a few moments before you will be able to take another picture.
Taking pictures [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→108) [Baby] This takes pictures of children with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. ■■To record age and name [Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately.
Taking pictures [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→108) [Starry Sky] Gives starry skies and dark subjects a clear appearance. Use the cursor buttons to select the shutter speed, and then press [MENU/SET] ■■Settings: [15 sec.] / [30 sec.] / [60 sec.] ■■Tips ••Using a tripod and/or the self-timer is recommended. ●●Do not move the camera until the countdown is finished. After taking the picture, the countdown is displayed again while the file is processed. ●●[Stabilizer] mode does not work.
Taking pictures [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→108) [3D Photo Mode] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This camera will play back in 2D). (→205) ••3D still pictures are recorded in the MPO format (3D). ••The resolution is fixed to 2M .
Taking pictures Registering your own settings in [Custom] mode Registering your preferred recording mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.] and setting the mode dial to / allows you to switch quickly to those settings. [Cust.Set Mem.] ■■Recording modes: Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered. Select the recording mode you wish to register and set the [Rec] menu, [Motion Picture] menu, [Setup] menu, etc. Select [Cust.Set Mem.
Taking pictures Registering your own settings in [Custom] mode [Custom] ■■Recording modes: Settings registered in [Cust.Set Mem.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial to / . Set the mode dial to / ([Custom] mode) ••When set to → The camera switches to the recording mode and settings registered in ••When set to → Perform steps - . Use the cursor buttons to select custom set ••Use and to confirm the registered settings. ••Only the main menu items are displayed.
Taking pictures Registering preferred functions to the [FN] button ■■Recording modes: For registering frequently used functions from the [Rec], [Setup] or other menus to the [FN] button for faster operation. ••[Composition Guide] is the function set at the time of purchase.
Taking pictures Changing the settings assigned to the control ring ■■Recording modes: For changing the settings assigned to the control ring. Select [Control Ring Set] from the [Setup] menu, and then press [MENU/SET] (→52) Use the cursor buttons to select the setting to change, and then press [MENU/SET] ●●Settings that can be assigned ••[Step Zoom] (→74) ••[Exposure Comp.
Taking pictures Exposure series function ■■Recording modes: *1 *2 *1 Not available in the following modes: [Handheld Night Shot] [HDR] [Starry Sky] [3D Photo Mode] *2 Not available in the following modes: [Toy Effect] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus] [Star Filter] A series pictures is recorded when the shutter button is pressed fully. This allows you to capture moving subjects in sequences and/or to select the most favorable picture.
Taking pictures Exposure series function Speed Description No. of pictures∗1 Approx. 10 pictures/sec. •• Focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed in the first picture. 12 ∗2 40 pictures/sec. •• Focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed in the first picture. •• The resolution setting may be reduced. 40 ∗2 60 pictures/sec. •• Focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed in the first picture. •• The recordable range is reduced. •• The resolution setting may be reduced.
Taking pictures Exposure series function ●●Pictures taken with the or setting are recorded together as a group (picture group). (→143) ●●Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the second and subsequent pictures may be recorded brighter or darker when using the exposure series function at the , , or setting. ●●The frame rate may be reduced if shutter speed is reduced in darker locations.
Taking pictures Using the Face Recognition function ■■Recording modes: *1 *2 *1 Not available in the following modes: [Night Scenery] [Handheld Night Shot] [Food] [Starry Sky] [3D Photo Mode] *2 Not available in the following modes: [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus] ••The default [Face Recog.] setting is [OFF]. ••When face pictures are registered, the setting will be [ON] automatically.
Taking pictures Using the Face Recognition function ●●Face Recognition searches for faces similar to those registered, but there is no guarantee it will always recognize these faces. In some cases, the camera cannot recognize or incorrectly recognizes even registered people depending on their expression or the environment. ●●Even if Face Recognition information is changed, the Face Recognition information for previously recorded pictures is not changed.
Taking pictures Using the Face Recognition function Registering face pictures Up to 6 person’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and date of birth. You can facilitate Face Recognition by the way you register faces: for example, register multiple face pictures of the same person (up to 3 pictures in one registration). Select [Face Recog.
Taking pictures Using the Face Recognition function Editing or deleting information about registered persons Information about registered faces can be edited or deleted. Select [Face Recog.
Taking pictures Useful features for travel [Travel Date] If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded.
Taking pictures Useful features for travel [World Time] For setting the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. Select [World Time] from the [Setup] menu (→52) ••A message will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press [MENU/SET] and skip to step .
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu You can perform settings such as color rendition, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and resolution. ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Aspect Ratio] ■■Recording modes: *1 *1 Not available when using [3D Photo Mode]. For setting the aspect ratio of pictures. ■■Settings: / / / ●●Picture edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance. [Picture Size] ■■Recording modes: *2 *2 Not available when using [3D Photo Mode].
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [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 such as Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom®, which is available after registering your camera on the Leica Camera AG homepage (→209).
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Sensitivity] ■■Recording modes: *1 *1 [ ] cannot be set. *2 [AUTO] and [ ] cannot be set. *2 For setting the ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to light) manually. We recommend higher settings to take sharp, i.e. unblurred pictures in darker locations. ■■Settings: [AUTO] / [H.12800]*3 / [80] / [100] / [200] / [400] / [800] / [1600] / [3200] / [6400] / Setting guide [80] [H.
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Extended ISO] ■■Recording modes: For extending the [Sensitivity] setting to [H.12800]. ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] [White Balance] ■■Recording modes: For setting the color depending on the light source to ensure the desired color rendition. ■■Settings AWB (automatic) (clear sky) Automatic adjustment in accordance with the light source. Matched to the colors under a clear sky.
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ■■White Balance fine adjustment (excluding [AWB]) White Balance settings can be individually fine-tuned if colors still do not appear as desired. Select the white balance to be fine-tuned, and press the [DISP] button to display the [WB Adjust.] screen Adjust with if red is strong, with if blue is strong Press [MENU/SET] ••Settings are remembered even if the camera is turned off. ••Settings remain applied when using flash.
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [AF Mode] ■■Recording modes: For details (→81). [Quick AF] ■■Recording modes: * * The following modes are fixed to [OFF]: [Night Portrait] [Night Scenery] [Handheld Night Shot] [Starry Sky] The focus is automatically adjusted when camera blurring is low even when the shutter button is not pressed.
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Metering Mode] ■■Recording modes: This function allows adapting the metering mode to different subjects and situations. ■■Settings [Metering Mode] Metering characteristics The brightness is detected in different sections of the frame.
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Min. Shtr Speed] ■■Recording modes: For setting the minimum shutter speed. Slower shutter speeds can be employed to achieve brighter pictures in dark locations, provided the increased danger of camera shake is considered. ■■Settings: [AUTO] [1/250] [1/125] [1/60] [1/30] [1/15] [1/8] [1/4] [1/2] [1] ●●Since slower shutter speeds increase the risk of camera shake, we recommend using a tripod and/or the self-timer.
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu.
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Motion Deblur] ■■Recording mode: For details (→32). [iHandheld Nite Shot] ■■Recording mode: For details (→32). [iHDR] ■■Recording mode: For details (→33). [Stabilizer] ■■Recording modes: * * [Handheld Night Shot] is fixed to [ON]. The following modes are fixed to [OFF]: [Starry Sky] [3D Photo Mode] This mode automatically detects and reduces the effects of camera shake.
Taking pictures Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Date Stamp] ■■Recording modes: For taking still pictures with the recording date and time stamped on them. ■■Settings: [W/O TIME] / [WITH TIME] / [OFF] ●●Do not request date printing in store or make date printing on printer for still pictures with date stamps. (Date printing may be overlapped.) ●●Date stamps on still pictures cannot be erased.
Taking pictures Using the [Motion Picture] menu You can select the recording mode and picture quality and other settings. ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Rec Format] ■■Recording modes: For setting the file format of the motion picture that is recorded. ■■Settings [AVCHD] This is a file format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs. [MP4] This file format is suited for playing back motion pictures on a computer and other such devices.
Taking pictures Using the [Motion Picture] menu ●●What is the bit rate This is the volume of data for a definite period of time; the quality becomes higher when the number gets larger. This camera uses the “VBR” recording method. “VBR” is the abbreviation of “Variable Bit Rate”, which is changed automatically depending on the recorded subject to record. Therefore, the recording time is shortened when a subject with fast movement is recorded. ••For the setting procedures of the menu.
Taking pictures Using the [Motion Picture] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Wind Cut] ■■Recording modes: * Not available when using [Miniature Effect]. * This mode automatically detects wind noise captured by the microphones and suppresses it if it is too loud. ■■Settings [AUTO]: Wind noise is automatically suppressed depending on volume [OFF] ●●When [Wind Cut] is set to [AUTO], the sound quality may differ from that of normal recordings.
Playback Changing the picture information displays, etc. You can change the display of picture information (file number, etc.) and recording information (settings used for recording, etc.) during playback. Press the [DISP] button to change the displays Basic picture information (recording date and time, etc.) Additional recording information ([Flash], [Sensitivity] etc.) No information ●●During enlarged viewing, Motion Picture Playback, Slide Show: You can only turn the displays on or off.
Playback Playing back pictures recorded using the serial exposure function Pictures taken with the or setting are recorded together as a group (picture group). ■■Representative picture display A representative picture (first of the exposures) is displayed when it is displayed together with other still or motion pictures. ••All the pictures in a picture group can be deleted or edited together. ••Continuous playback can be performed using the same operations as for motion pictures.
Playback Playing back pictures recorded using the serial exposure function ●●If only one still picture is left in a picture group after deletion or other operations, it will not be formed into a group. ●●Serial exposure pictures will not be grouped if recorded without setting the clock. ●●When pictures set to [Favorite] are played back using [Slide Show] or [Filtering Play], the pictures cannot be displayed in a group.
Playback Different playback methods Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. To change the Playback mode, refer to and perform the following steps. Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode The menu selection screen is displayed. Use the cursor buttons to select [Playback Mode] menu, and then press [MENU/SET] Press to select the Playback mode, and then press [MENU/SET] [2D/3D Settings] Switches the output format between 2D and 3D pictures. (Only available during HDMI output.
Playback Selecting pictures to play back Allows selecting the pictures to be displayed with set filters, such as recording dates, categories, or favorite pictures. Select [Filtering Play] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→145) Select the filtering method using the cursor buttons, and then press [MENU/SET] [Picture Only] Plays back only still pictures. (→147) [Video Only] Plays back only motion pictures. (→147) [3D Play] Plays back only 3D still pictures.
Playback Selecting pictures to play back Selecting according to picture type Selected according to a picture type, such as still pictures only or motion pictures only, then play them back. Select [Picture Only] / [Video Only] / [3D Play] in [Filtering Play], and then press [MENU/SET] (→146) [Picture Only] Plays back only still pictures. (Also applies to panorama and continuously recorded pictures) [Video Only] Plays back only AVCHD and MP4 motion pictures.
Playback Selecting pictures to play back Selecting a picture according to category or a person in the picture For playing back pictures that have been selected according to a category, such as Scene mode. Also, from among the pictures taken using the Face Recognition function (→122), select a person in the picture and play back. Select [Category Selection] in [Filtering Play], and then press [MENU/SET] (→146) Use the cursor buttons to select the setting, and then press [MENU/SET] [Face Recog.
Playback Selecting pictures to play back Selecting according to the recording date For selecting the recorded date, and playing only those pictures back.
Playback Playing back pictures in order automatically For automatically playing pictures back in order. Recommended when viewing on a TV. Select [Slide Show] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→145) Use the cursor buttons to select [Start], and then press [MENU/SET] ■■To select pictures for automatic play back If you have previously selected the pictures to display for [Filtering Play] from the [Playback Mode] menu, the Slide Show will play back with the same criteria.
Playback Playing back pictures in order automatically ■■Operations during Slide Show ●●Cursor buttons The operation guide appears on the bottom right of the screen. Pause/play Volume down Volume up Next Previous Stop ••If you do not perform any operation for approx. 2 seconds, the operation guide is turned off. To display the guide again, press the [DISP] button. ●●Control dial Previous Next ●●When [URBAN] has been selected, the picture may appear in black and white as a screen effect.
Playback Searching by recording date This mode allows you to search for pictures according to the date they were recorded. Select [Calendar] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→145) Use the cursor buttons to select the recording date to display ••Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen.
Playback Retouching pictures [Auto Retouch] You can adjust the color and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance. ••New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or the memory card.
Playback Retouching pictures [Creative Retouch] This mode allows you to retouch recorded still pictures by selecting the effect that you want to apply. ••New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Creative Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or the memory card.
Playback Retouching pictures Setting Effect [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. [Soft Focus] This effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally slightly reducing sharpness in the entire picture. [Star Filter] This effect adds reflections in the shape of a cross to all small and very bright light sources.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu This menu allows you to specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other settings for pictures you have taken. ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) ••The setting methods vary depending on the menu item. [Location Logging] You can send location information (latitude and longitude) obtained with your smartphone/ tablet to this camera, and write the location information to the pictures.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ■■Aborting writing location information Press [MENU/SET] while location information is being written ••[ ] is displayed for the period of the abort operation. If selected again while [ ] is displayed, writing location information will resume where it left off.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Title Edit] This mode allows you to give titles, etc. to your favorite still pictures.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Text Stamp] This mode allows you to stamp the recording date and time, names, travel destination, travel dates, etc. on the recorded still pictures.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ■■Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [Name] [W/O TIME]: Stamps only the recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamps the recording date and time : Stamps the name registered in Face Recognition : Stamps the name registered in [Baby] or [Pet] [Location] Stamps the location registered in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Travel Date] Stamps the Travel Date set in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Title] Stamps the text registered in [Title Edit] ••Items set to [OFF] are not st
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Video Divide] A single motion picture take can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your memory card, such as when traveling.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Resize] This mode allows you to reduce a picture’s resolution to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures taken with the smallest resolution do not allow further reduction.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ■■[MULTI] Use the cursor buttons to select [MULTI], and then press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select size, and then press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select a still picture, and then press the [DISP] button (up to 100 pictures) Resolution before/after resizing Resize setting •• To cancel: Press the [DISP] button again •• To execute: Press [MENU/SET] ••A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Cropping] This mode allows you to enlarge the decisive parts of still pictures (cropping), i.e. by “cutting off” unwanted areas. Use the cursor buttons to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select the area to crop, and then press [MENU/SET] Enlarges the selected section Changes the position of the section ••A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Favorite] By labeling your favorite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back these only, or you can exclude all pictures except your favorites. Up to 999 pictures can be set as favorites.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Print Set] This mode allows you to make picture/picture no./date printing settings for when printing with DPOF print-compatible shops or printers. (Ask at the shop to check for compatibility.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Protect] This mode allows you to set protection to disable picture deletion, e. g. of important pictures.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Face Rec Edit] This mode allows you to edit or delete the recognition information for pictures with mistaken Face Recognition.
Playback Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Copy] This mode allows you to copy pictures between the built-in memory and the memory card. Use the cursor buttons to select the copy method (direction), and then press [MENU/SET] : Copies all pictures from the built-in memory to the card (go to step : Copies 1 picture at a time from the card to the built-in memory. ).
Wi-Fi/NFC Wi-Fi® Function and NFC Function ■■Using 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.
Wi-Fi/NFC Wi-Fi® Function and NFC Function ■■About the Wi-Fi connection lamp Wi-Fi connection lamp Lit blue: When the Wi-Fi function is ON Flashing blue: When sending data ■■Pressing the [WIFI] button during a Wi-Fi connection Pressing the [WIFI] button during a Wi-Fi connection enables the following operation. (excluding [Remote Shooting & View]) Item Description [Terminate the Connection] Terminates the Wi-Fi connection.
Wi-Fi/NFC Wi-Fi® Function and NFC Function ●●The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ●●Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a wireless access point. ●●We strongly recommend that you set an encryption to maintain information security. ●●We recommend that you use a fully charged battery when you send pictures.
Wi-Fi/NFC What you can do with the Wi-Fi function What you can do Operate the camera using a smartphone Record by smartphone Save pictures in the camera to the smartphone Send pictures to social networking services (Only for Android app) Connect easily, transfer pictures easily You can easily use the Wi-Fi function by pressing and holding the [WIFI] button or using the NFC function.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone. The “Leica C Image Shuttle” must be installed on your smartphone. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Leica C Image Shuttle” The “Leica C Image Shuttle” is an application provided by Leica Camera AG that allows your smartphone to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible Leica compact digital camera.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone Connecting to a smartphone/tablet You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on the camera by pressing and holding the [WIFI] button or using the NFC function. Preparation: Install “Leica C Image Shuttle” in advance (→174) Press and hold the [WIFI] button ••The information (SSID and password) required for directly connecting your smartphone to the camera is displayed.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone ■■Changing the connection method To change the connection method: Press the [DISP] button, and select the connection method (On the camera) Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→191) (On your smartphone) ●●When connecting with [Via Network] Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON” Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and then set Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174) ●●When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct]
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone Connecting to a smartphone using NFC function Using the NFC (Near Field Communication) function, the camera and a smartphone can easily exchange the information needed to establish a Wi-Fi connection. Compatible models: This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above). (Not available in certain models) ••See the instructions of your NFC-compatible smartphone for more information about smartphone operation and settings.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” on your smartphone ••After it has started, a screen is displayed from which you select a connection destination. While the [ ] is displayed on the connection screen of the “Leica C Image Shuttle”, hold the smartphone close to the camera ••It may take some time to complete connecting. ••When the connection is complete, live images captured by the camera will be displayed on your smartphone.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone ●●You can register up to 20 smartphones. If the number exceeds 20, registrations will be deleted starting from the smartphone touched first. ●●If you perform [Reset Wi-Fi Settings], smartphone registration will be deleted. ●●If the communication environment is bad, the NFC function may not be usable. ●●If there is not a response immediately, shift the position slightly. ●●Do not bump your smartphone strongly against the camera.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone Saving pictures in the camera to the smartphone Connect to a smartphone (→175) Select [ ] from “Leica C Image Shuttle” Drag the picture and save it to the smartphone ••When the picture is tapped, it is played back at a larger size. (Motion pictures cannot be played back.) ••Functions can be assigned to the top, bottom, left and right as you wish.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone ■■Easily transferring pictures in the camera You can establish a Wi-Fi connection using the NFC function and easily transfer the picture on display simply by holding the smartphone close to the camera. Pictures can be transferred as soon as they are recorded, so you can easily transfer them to your friends’ and family’s smartphones.* * “Leica C Image Shuttle” must be installed to use this function.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone On the camera, play back the picture you wish to transfer to a smartphone Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” on the smartphone you are transferring the picture to While the [ ] is displayed on the connection screen of the “Leica C Image Shuttle”, hold the smartphone close to the camera ••It may take some time to complete connecting. ••If you are transferring multiple pictures, repeat steps cannot be transferred in one batch.) and .
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone “Leica C Image Shuttle” for Android only Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services Connect to a smartphone (→175) Select [ ] from “Leica C Image Shuttle” Drag the picture and send it to the social networking service, etc. ••The picture will be sent to the social networking service. ••Functions can be assigned to the top, bottom, left and right as you wish.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone Sending location information to the camera from a smartphone/tablet You can acquire location information from a smartphone, and write it on images afterwards. Refer to (→156) for how to write the location information on the images recorded by the camera. ●●Read the [Help] in the “Leica C Image Shuttle” menu for further details on how to operate. ●●Caution: Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the personal rights, etc.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone Operating the camera to send pictures to a smartphone or tablet ■■Sending method, and pictures that can be sent JPEG RAW MP4 AVCHD 3D Sending a picture each time one is recorded [Send Images While Recording] ○ – – – – Sending selected pictures [Send Images Stored in the Camera] ○ – ○ – – ••Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device.
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone ■■Sending a picture each time one is recorded ([Send Images While Recording]) Press the [WIFI] button Use the cursor buttons to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select [Send Images While Recording], and then press [MENU/SET] (Continued on the next page) - 186 -
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→190) (On your smartphone) ●●When connecting with [Via Network] Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON” Select a wireless access point, and set Start “Leica C Image Shuttle”* (→174) ●●When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct] Start “Leica C Image Shuttle”* (→174) ●●When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct] Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON” Select the SSID that matches the
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone ■■Sending selected pictures ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Press the [WIFI] button Use the cursor buttons to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select [Send Images Stored in the Camera], and then press [MENU/SET] (Continued on the next page) - 188 -
Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→190) (On your smartphone) ●●When connecting with [Via Network] Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON” Select a wireless access point, and set Start “Leica C Image Shuttle”* (→174) ●●When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct] Start “Leica C Image Shuttle”* (→174) ●●When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct] Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON” Select the SSID that matches the
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections After selecting the Wi-Fi function, select the connection method. If you are out and unable to use your wireless access point, or temporarily connecting to equipment you do not ordinarily use, or in a similar situation, it is convenient to make a direct connection. If you are connecting with the same settings as used previously, you can quickly start using the Wi-Fi function by connecting with [History Connection] or [Favorite Connection].
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections Connecting at home (through a network) Select a connection method to the wireless access point. * WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices. To check if the wireless access point you are using is compatible with WPS, refer to the instructions of the wireless access point.
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections ■■If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [Manual Connection]) Search for available wireless access points. ••Confirm the encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network authentication is encrypted. ••When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, encryption type, encryption key of the wireless access point you are using.
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections ■■When connecting with [Manual Input] On the screen of step of “If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [Manual Connection])”, select [Manual Input] (→192) Enter the SSID of the wireless access point you are connecting to, and then select [Set] ••For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→65). Select the network authentication type ••For information on network authentication, see the instructions of the wireless access point.
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections Connecting when you are out (direct connection) You can select the connection method to your equipment. Select a connection method with which your equipment is compatible. Connection method [Wi-Fi Direct] [WPS Connection] Description Set the device to Wi-Fi Direct™ mode Select [Wi-Fi Direct] Select the device to connect to •• Read the instructions of your device for details.
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections Connecting quickly with the same settings as used previously ([History Connection]/[Favorite Connection]) 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 History or Favorite.
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections ■■Registering History items to Favorite Press the [WIFI] button Select [History Connection] Select the item you wish to register, and then press Enter a registration name ••For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→65). ••Up to 30 characters can be entered. A double-byte character will be treated as two characters.
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections ■■Editing items registered in Favorite Press the [WIFI] button Select [Favorite Connection] Select the Favorite item you wish to edit, and then press Select the item Item Description [Remove from Favorite] — [Change the Order in Favorite] For selecting the destination [Change the Registered Name] •• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→65). •• Up to 30 characters can be entered. A double-byte character will be treated as two characters.
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections Settings for sending pictures When sending pictures, first select [New Connection], then the method of sending pictures. After you have completed connecting, you can also change the sending settings, such as the resolution of the pictures to be sent. ••When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract.
Wi-Fi/NFC About connections ■■Changing the settings for sending images After you have completed connecting, you can change the sending settings, such as the resolution of the pictures to be sent, by pressing the [DISP] button. Item [Size] Description Resize the image to send. [Original]/[Change] •• You can select the resolution for [Change] from [M] or [S]. The aspect ratio does not change.
Wi-Fi/NFC [Wi-Fi Setup] menu For configuring the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. (excluding [Network Address]) ••For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→52). Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu Use the cursor buttons to select item, and then press [MENU/SET] Item [Device Name] You can change the name of this unit.
Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen You can view pictures on a TV by connecting your camera to it with either an HDMI micro cable or the supplied AV cable. ●●Compatible HDMI micro cables are available from specialist photo dealers. Make absolutely sure to use only cables compatible with this camera. ●●Also consult the TV’s instructions.
Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen ■■To connect with an HDMI micro cable ●●Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work. “High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D-Type A plug, up to 2m (6′ 6″) long) Compatible HDMI micro cables are available from specialist photo dealers. Make absolutely sure to use only cables compatible with this camera. ●●Some of the playback functions are not available.
Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen HDTV Link (HDMI) What is HDTV Link (HDMI)? ●●HDTV Link is a function that automatically links this camera to HDTV Linkcompatible devices by connecting the HDMI micro cable for enabling easy operation with a HDTV compatible 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 to other devices Viewing on a TV screen Preparation: Set [HDTV Link] to [ON] (→62). Connect the camera to an HDTV Link (HDMI)-compatible TV set with an HDMI micro cable (→201) Turn on the camera, and then press the playback button ••To let the camera start with Playback mode: Keep the playback button pressed while turning it on Proceed with the operation while referring to what is displayed on the TV screen ••When operating, refer to the HDTV Link instructions.
Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen Viewing 3D still pictures If you connect this camera to a 3D-capable TV and play back still pictures recorded in 3D, you can enjoy impressive 3D still pictures on the TV. If the 3D-capable TV has an SD card slot, you can play back 3D still pictures by inserting the card into the slot. Preparation: Set [3D Playback] to [3D] (→62).
Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen ■■To switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D Select the picture recorded in 3D Select [2D/3D Settings] on the [Playback Mode] menu, and then press [MENU/SET] (→145) ••The playback method will switch to 3D if it is playing back in 2D (conventional image), or to 2D if it is playing back in 3D. ••If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing pictures recorded in 3D, set to 2D.
Connecting to other devices Copying still and motion pictures to a recorder Follow the correct method for your device. Copy by inserting the memory card into the recorder You can copy pictures using equipment (such as Blu-ray disc recorders) with support for each file format. ••See the instruction of the recorder for details for copying and playing back.
Connecting to other devices Using with your computer Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two. ••Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see your computer’s instructions. ••If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded pictures.
Connecting to other devices Using with your computer Copying the recorded image data to a computer with the available software Using the Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® software (available for download, see below), you can import the image data recorded with this camera in all file formats to a computer for still and motion pictures. Three preparatory steps are necessary when initially installing the software to utilize it.
Connecting to other devices Using with your computer Copying still and motion pictures Preparation: ••When importing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. ••Turn on the camera and computer. Make sure the plug is aligned correctly and that it is inserted straight. (Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape which will cause trouble.) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may cause damage to the camera.
Connecting to other devices Using with your computer ■■Copying to your computer without using Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. DCIM (Still/motion pictures) 100LEICA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) ●●Windows Drives are displayed in “My Computer” or “Computer” folder. ●●Mac Drives are displayed on the desktop. (Displayed as “LEICA”, “NO_NAME”, or “Untitled”.) L1000001.
Connecting to other devices Using with your computer ■■For PTP mode The camera can be connected to your computer even if [USB Mode] (→61) is set to [PictBridge(PTP)]. ••Only picture output can be performed. ••If you cannot connect to your computer in PTP mode, set [USB Mode] to [PC] and reconnect. ••It may not be possible to import if there are 1000 or more pictures on the card. ••Motion pictures, 3D still pictures or RAW pictures cannot be read.
Connecting to other devices Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. ••Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the instructions for your printer. Preparation: ••When printing pictures from the builtin memory, remove the memory card ••Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer, as needed ••Turn on camera and printer Make sure the plug is aligned correctly and that it is inserted straight.
Connecting to other devices Printing ●●Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards. ●●Disconnect the USB cable after printing. ●●When the battery begins to run out during communication, a warning beep sounds. Cancel printing and disconnect the USB cable. ●●Still pictures recorded in a RAW file cannot be printed. (The still pictures recorded in JPEG file format at the same time as the RAW file can be printed.) ●●Motion pictures cannot be printed.
Connecting to other devices Printing Printing multiple pictures Use the cursor buttons to select [Multi Print] in step (→213) Use the cursor buttons to select item, and then press [MENU/SET] ••[Multi Select]: croll between pictures with the cursor buttons, and then S select pictures to print with the [DISP] button (Press the [DISP] button again to erase selection) Press [MENU/SET] when selection is complete ••[Select All]: Prints all pictures.
Connecting to other devices Printing Making print settings on the camera The setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make the settings before selecting [Print start]. Use the cursor buttons to select the item, and then press [MENU/SET] Item Settings [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Sets the number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) [Paper Size] When [Page Layout] is selected, the printer settings take priority.
Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays The screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary.
Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays Brightness (→36) Exposure Compensation (→90) AF Tracking (→34, 83) AF Assist Lamp (→136) Metering mode (→134) AE Lock (→86) ISO Sensitivity (→130) Defocusing control (→31, 36, 97) F5.
Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays Current date/time World time (→127) Name (→112, 124) Age in years/months (→112, 124) Destination settings (→126) Travel; elapsed days (→126) Focus range (→79) Zoom (→71) - 219 -
Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays The screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary.
Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays Folder/File number (→44, 211) Picture number/Total number of pictures (→44) Recording date/time World time (→127) Name* (→112, 124) Age in years/months* (→112, 124) Title* (→158) Destination settings* (→126) Travel, elapsed days* (→126) Print settings (→166) With location information (→156) Acquiring information icon (→143) Monitor luminance (→56) Recording mode (→25) Flash Mode (→75) White Balance (→131) Exposure Compensation (→90) Creative control adjustment dis
Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays Message displays The following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the monitor or the viewfinder, and how to respond to them. [This memory card cannot be used] ●●A MultiMediaCard was inserted. → Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ●●Non-DCF pictures (→44) cannot be deleted.
Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays [Memory card parameter error] ●●The card is not of SD standard. ●●Use a card compatible with the camera. •• SD memory cards (8 MB to 2 GB) •• SDHC memory cards (4 GB to 32 GB) •• SDXC memory cards (48 GB, 64 GB) [Read Error] / [Write Error] [Please check the card] ●●Data reading has failed. → Check whether the card has been inserted correctly (→19). ●●Data writing has failed. → Turn off the camera and remove the card.
Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays [Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] ●●Check the following regarding the wireless access point. → The wireless access point information set on the camera is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key. (→193) → The power of the wireless access point is not turned on. → The setting of the wireless access point is not supported by the camera.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→225 - 234) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→61). (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values at the time of purchase.) Battery, power The charging lamp turns off before the battery is fully charged. ●●Charging is being performed in a place with extremely high or low temperature.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting Recording Pictures cannot be recorded. ●●The built-in memory/the card is full. → Free space by deleting unwanted pictures (→50). Recorded pictures look white. ●●The lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). → Turn the camera on to extend the lens barrel, and clean lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. ●●The lens is foggy (→7). Recorded pictures are too bright/too dark. ●●Adjust the exposure (→90). ●●[Min. Shtr Speed] is set to a fast speed. Check the setting (→135).
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Reddish horizontal streaks appear on the monitor during recording. ●●This is characteristic of MOS sensors like the one in this camera. It appears when the subject has a bright part. Some unevenness may occur in the surrounding areas, but this is not a malfunction. It is recorded in motion pictures but is not on still pictures.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting Monitor/Viewfinder Pictures do not show on the monitor. ●●The camera is set for viewfinder display. → Press [LVF] button and switch to monitor display. The brightness is unstable. ●●The aperture value is set while shutter button is pressed halfway. (This does not affect the recorded picture.) This symptom may also occur when the brightness changes because the zoom is operated or the camera is moved.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting Playback Pictures have been rotated. ●●[Rotate Disp.] is activated (→63) Pictures cannot be viewed. There are no recorded pictures. ●●There are no pictures in the built-in memory or the memory card (pictures are played from the card if inserted, from the built-in memory if not). ●●Has the file name of the picture been changed on a computer? If so, it cannot be played back on the camera. ●●During [Filtering Play], only pictures under the set filters are displayed.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting About the Wi-Fi function The camera cannot connect to the wireless LAN. The radio transmission gets disconnected. ●●Use the camera within the communication range of the wireless LAN network. ●●Connection types and security setting methods are different depending on the wireless access point. → Refer to the instructions of the wireless access point.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting About the Wi-Fi function (continued) It takes time to transmit an image. ●●Is the size of the image too large? → Transmit after dividing the motion picture with [Video Divide] (→161). educe the image size at [Size] (→199), and then send. →R ●●It may take longer time to transmit when distance to the wireless access point is far. → Transmit closer to the wireless access point. There is an image that could not be transmitted.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting TV, computer, printer No image appears on TV. The image is blurred or not colored. ●●The camera is not connected correctly (→201). ●●The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. ●●Check the [Video Out] setting (NTSC/PAL) on the camera. (→62) (With camera models 18 484/-487/-488/-491) The TV screen display differs from that of the monitor. ●●The aspect ratio may be incorrect or the edges may be cut off with certain TVs.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting TV, computer, printer (continued) The computer does not recognize the memory card (it only reads the built-in memory). ●●Disconnect the USB cable and reconnect with an inserted card. The computer does not recognize the memory card. (When using an SDXC memory card) → Check whether your computer is compatible with SDXC memory cards. →A message prompting you to format the card may appear when you connect it. Do not format the card.
Miscellaneous Troubleshooting Others The menu is not displayed in the desired language. ●●Change the [Language] setting (→64). The camera rattles if shaken. ●●This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. The red lamp is illuminated when pressing the shutter button halfway in dark locations. ●●[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [ON] (→136). The AF Assist Lamp is not illuminated. ●●[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [OFF] (→136).
Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes When in use ●●The camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ●●Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). •• If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on it may be disrupted by electromagnetic fields.
Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes When not using for a while ●●Turn off the camera before removing the battery and the memory card (ensure that battery is removed to prevent damage through over-discharge). ●●Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags. ●●Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer, etc. Store batteries in cool (15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F)) places with low humidity (40% RH to 60% RH) and no major temperature changes.
Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes About charging the battery ●●The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time. ●●The battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter. ●●The battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after being charged. ●●Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.
Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes About 3D viewing ●●Anyone who is hypersensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D pictures. •• Viewing 3D pictures may have an adverse effect to the individual. ●●If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D pictures, stop viewing at once. •• Continuing to view may cause illness. •• After stopping viewing, please rest appropriately.
Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes ••The SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ••HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. ••“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ••Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes ••The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ••The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ••“Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “Wi-Fi Direct”, “WPA” and “WPA2” are marks or registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ••This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a registered trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc. ••Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH.
Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software owned by third party and licensed to Leica Camera AG, and/or (2) open source software The software categorized as (2) is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof displayed by selecting [MENU/SET] → [Setup] → [Version Disp.
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