LEICA S Instructions
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LEICA S Instructions
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. FCC Note: (U. S. only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
FOREWORD Dear Customer, Leica would like to thank you for purchasing the Leica S and congratulate you on your choice. With this unique digital medium format SLR camera, you have made an excellent selection. We wish you a great deal of pleasure and success using your new Leica S. In order to make best use of all the opportunities offered by this high performance camera, we recommend that you first read these instructions.
CONTENTS Foreword ..........................................................................................3 Warning messages ............................................................................6 CE notice ..........................................................................................6 Legal notes .......................................................................................6 Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment .................................6 Scope of delivery ..
Additional functions Horizon ......................................................................................48 User / application specific profiles .............................................48 Resetting all custom settings ..................................................... 49 Folder management.................................................................... 49 Formatting the memory card(s) ..................................................50 Recording the location with GPS...................
WARNING MESSAGES • Modern electronic components react sensitively to electrostatic discharge. As people can easily pick up charges of tens of thousands of volts, by walking on synthetic carpets for example, a discharge can occur when you touch your Leica S, particularly if it is placed on a conductive surface. If only the camera housing is affected, this discharge is harmless to the electronics.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY Before using your Leica S for the first time, please check that the accessories supplied are complete. A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H.
DESIGNATION OF PARTS Front view 1.1 Shutter release button 1.2 Self timer LED / Sensor for white balance 1.3 GPS antenna 1.4 Stop down/function button 1.5 Bayonet with a. Contact strip b. Index point for attaching the lens c. Unlocking button 1.16 Viewfinder 1.17 Joystick 1.18 Click wheel 1.19 Cover (closed) 1.20 LED for indicating picture mode / recording data on to the card 1.21 Menu control/function button 1.22 Menu control/function button Window for distance scale 1.
View from right (without cover) 1.29 CF card slot with a. Eject button Bottom view 1.35 Hole for multi-function hand grip guide pin Battery 1.42 Contacts 1.36 Cover 1.43 Guide groove 1.30 1.37 Tripod plate with a. 1/4" thread b. 3/8" thread c.-d. Holes for rotation prevention 1.44 Socket for charging plug SD card slot View from left (without cover) 1.31 Standard flash sync socket 1.32 HDMI socket 1.33 LEMO® USB socket 1.34 LEMO® remote control / flash sync socket 1.
DISPLAYS 2.1 Horizon (tilt about longitudinal axis / gradient about transverse axis; example displays apply to clockwise gradient; other directions are indicated accordingly) max. ±0.5° a. 0.5-2.5° b. 2.5-5° c. 5-10° d. Flashing ≥10° e. 2.2 Shutter speed / exposure time a. Manually set value for and , automatically controlled value for and ; display in half steps, or (low) for over or under exposure in automatic b. (high) or if below the exposure modes , , and due to flash, or metering range.
DISPLAYS Initial view (appears for 4s after turning on the camera, can be switched to the standard view at any time by tapping the shutter release button) 3. In the top panel display 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.7 3.1 Date 3.2 Time 3.3 Folder name 3.4 Camera ready 3.5 Pictures remaining (approx.) or warning message (see 3.7) 3.6 Battery capacity (right for camera battery, left for hand grip battery if attached) 3.
DISPLAYS 4.1 Picture data display 4. In the monitor 4.1.14 4.1.13 4.1.16 4.1.15 4.1.17 4.1.18 4.1.19 4.1.2 4.1.1 4.1.12 4.1.11 4.1.13 Exposure metering method 4.1.14 Flash synchronization time 4.1.15 Bracketing series 4.1.10 4.1.20 4.1.21 4.1.9 4.1.22 4.1.16 Mirror pre-release 4.1.8 4.1.17 4.1.7 4.1.23 4.1.24 4.1.25 4.1.6 4.1.26 4.1.5 4.1.27 4.1.4 4.1.3 GPS reception a. Position last determined maximum of 1min ago Position last determined maximum of 24hrs ago b.
4.2 Normal review (picture(s) cover entire monitor area) 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 4.2.5 4.3 Review with histogram (like 4.2, additionally) 4.2.6 4.2.1 Shutter speed 4.2.7 4.2.2 Aperture 4.2.3 Sensitivity 4.2.4 Number of picture(s) shown 4.2.5 Total number of pictures on selected memory card 4.2.6 Selected memory card 4.2.7 Symbol for a. Scroll function Zoom function b. (only 1 symbol; none appear if 4.2.10/.11/.12 are displayed) 4.2.8 4.3.1 4.2.
DISPLAYS 4. In the monitor (continued) 4.4 Review with clipping displays (like 4.2 additionally, image areas without definition flash in red and/or blue) 4.5 Review with additional information (Image reduced in additional to 4.2) 4.5.9 4.5.10 4.5.11 4.5.8 4.5.12 4.4.1 4.4.1 Clipping symbol 14 4.5.7 4.5.6 4.5.5 4.5.4 4.5.3 4.5.13 4.5.2 4.5.16 4.5.17 4.5.18 4.5.14 4.5.15 4.5.1 4.5.1 User profile number / name 4.5.2 Color space 4.5.3 Date 4.5.4 Time 4.5.5 Folder number / file name 4.
4.6 4.7 HDMI picture selection / Protecting / Deleting 4.6.2 4.6.1 Menu control 4.7.1 4.7.6 4.7.2 4.7.7 4.7.5 4.6.5 4.6.6 4.6.7 4.6.4 4.6.3 4.6.1-.4 Button functions 1.21/.22/.24/.25 4.6.5 Selected function 4.6.6 Picture(s) to be selected 4.6.7 Symbol for selected / protected picture 4.7.4 4.7.3 4.7.1-.4 Button functions 1.21/.22/.24/.25 (selected menu section indicated in white) 4.7.
MENU ITEMS CAMERA menu 5.1 Drive Mode Single picture / continuous mode, self-timer 5.2 Focus Mode AFs / AFc / MF directly selectable by holding down (≥1s) button 1.22, see p. 29 see p. 37 5.3 Exposure Metering Metering methods directly selectable by holding down (≥1s) button 1.25, see p. 29 see p. 38 5.4 Exp. Compensation directly selectable by holding down (≥1s) button 1.23, see p. 29 see p. 39 see p. 36/46 5.5 Exp. Bracketing Automatic exposure series see p. 40 5.6 Auto Slow Sync.
SETUP menu 5.18 Data Storage 5.19 Image Numbering 5.20 Format Formatting the memory card(s) see p. 50 5.21 USB Mode Detection of camera as ext. drive or using PTP protocol see p. 62 5.22 HDMI Settings for slideshow playback see p. 64 5.23 Sensor Cleaning Open shutter for cleaning the sensor see p. 70 Select split of data between memory cards and external memory) see p. 35 see p. 49 5.24 Auto Review Automatic review of the last picture see p. 56 5.
PREPARATIONS CHARGING THE BATTERY The Leica S is powered by a Lithium ion battery (A). • Ensure that the mains outlet used is freely accessible. ATTACHING THE CARRYING STRAP Attention: • Only the battery type specified and described in this manual, and/ or battery types specified and described by Leica Camera AG, may be used in this camera. • The car charging cable supplied may never be connected while the charger is connected to the mains.
First aid: • If battery fluid comes into contact with the eyes, there is a risk of blinding. Wash the eyes immediately with clean water. Do not rub the eyes. Seek medical attention immediately. • If leaked fluid gets onto the skin or clothing, there is a risk of injury. Wash the affected areas with clean water. Seek medical attention. Notes: • The battery must have a temperature of 0°-35°C /32°-95°F to be charged (otherwise the charger will not turn on, or will turn off again).
Preparing the charger For use outside the USA 1. Insert the appropriate plug for the local mains supply into the charger (B). This is done by simultaneously a. pushing the release button (1.49a) upwards, and b. pushing up the plug (1.49) from its idle position. 2. It can then be completely detached upwards. 3. The appropriate plug type is then pushed into the charger from above until it engages. CONNECTING THE CHARGER For use in the USA 1. Detach the factory fitted mains plug (C) from the charger (B).
INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY Inserting 1. Set the main switch (1.15) to OFF. 2. Slide the battery (C) as far as possible into the battery compartment, contacts first and with the positioning groove (1.43) pointing towards the center of the camera. It automatically engages in this position. Charge level displays (3.2) The battery charge level is indicated in the top panel display (1.12) and in the picture data view (4.1) - in the monitor (1.23). = Approx.100%, White = Approx.90%, White = Approx.
Removing 1. Set the main switch (1.15) to OFF. 2. Open the cover (1.19) on the right-hand side of the camera by sliding it slightly backwards in the direction of the arrow and then opening it to the right. CF cards 3. Press the eject button (1.29a) in to eject the card part of the way out of the slot, allowing you to 4. completely remove it. Important: Do not exert force. This could damage the contacts in the card slot. b.
CHANGING THE FOCUSING SCREEN Important: Follow these instructions exactly when changing the focusing screen. Take the utmost care to protect the sensitive surfaces of the focusing screens from scratches. The Leica S allows you to change the focusing screen (see also "System accessories / Interchangeable focusing screens", p. 65). The camera is supplied with a full matt screen as standard. Other focusing screens are supplied separately in a container with tweezers and a dust brush.
LEICA S LENSES Leica S lenses all have some characteristic external features: - Their distance setting ring (1.8) works differently depending on which focus mode is set: ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE LENS All lenses and accessories with a Leica S bayonet fitting can be attached to the Leica S. - In manual mode (MF, see p. 16/26/37) the distance is set by turning the ring, as normal - in this case it is mechanically coupled to the optical construction from the outset. - In autofocus mode (AFs/AFc, see p.
EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF The viewfinder (1.17) can by adjusted from -3 to +1 diopters, so that it is exactly set to match your eye. While looking at the viewfinder image, turn the serrated dial (1.13) until the markings for the selective metering field are sharp. The Leica S is turned on and off using the main switch (1.15), which engages in three positions: After turning on, i.e. selecting either the FPS or CS function, the LED (1.
MENU CONTROL Most of the modes and settings on the Leica S are operated using menus. Navigating and making settings throughout the menu is extremely quick and easy, as - the menu items are divided into logical functional groups that can be accessed directly, and - there are also five freely assignable (menu) functions that can be accessed directly. Calling up the menu To call up menu control and directly access the individual pages, you use three (1.22, 1.24, 1.
2. Briefly pressing the buttons (1.25), (1.24) and (1.22) again allows you to call up each page for the relevant menu function group directly, i.e. scroll through the pages.
3. The individual menu items are selected - either by turning the click wheel (1.18); right= down / left= up, - or by pressing the joystick (1.17) in the relevant direction. All menu items are in a continuous loop, i.e. they can all be reached without the division into the three function groups and in either direction. 4. Press the click wheel or the joystick inwards or to the right to call up the list of available options for a function.
Quick access to menu functions For quick operation, you can use the buttons (1.25), (1.24), (1.22), (1.21) and the depth of field preview button (1.4) to directly call up up to five of the most important or frequently used menu functions. 2. in the relevant submenu, whether or not you want to use the function - Custom / Off. 4. Select the function you want to directly select or execute using the button selected in step 3, or Off if you do not want to make a quick assignment.
PRESETS Date and time BASIC CAMERA SETTINGS Date There are 3 options available for the sequence of the date. Menu language The default setting for the language used in the menu system is English. German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, traditional and simplified Chinese can all be selected as alternative menu languages. Setting the function 1. In the SETUP menu (see p. 17/26), select Language (5.40), and 2. then the desired language in the submenu.
Signal tones On the Leica S, you can decide whether you want messages or autofocus operation (see p. 37) to be acknowledged by acoustic signals - two volume levels are available - or whether you prefer the camera to operate largely silently. A beep is used as an acknowledgement, and can be activated individually in autofocus mode to confirm that the setting has been made and to indicate a message.
BASIC PICTURE SETTINGS File format Two file formats are available for recording the picture data DNG and JPEG. You can select, whether your picture data a. is to be saved in only one of these formats, or b. simultaneously in both (i.e. two files are always created for each picture). Compression rate You can select different compression rates independently for the two file formats.
White balance -Auto – For automatic control, which provides neutral results in most situations, - Eight fixed presets for the most frequent light sources, - e.g. for outdoor pictures in sunshine, - e.g. for outdoor pictures in overcast conditions, - e.g. for outdoor pictures with the main subject in shadow, - e.g. for indoor pictures with (prevailing) incandescent lamp light - e.g. for indoor pictures with (prevailing) light from halogen metal vapor lamps (HMI) - e.g.
ISO sensitivity The ISO setting on the Leica S allows the shutter speed/aperture value to be adjusted to meet the requirements of the relevant situation, in six steps. As well as the fixed settings, the Leica S also features the Auto1 function, in which the camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity to the ambient brightness. However, when using the function it is also possible to specify priorities, for example for compositional reasons.
Note: The functions and settings described in the next two sections refer exclusively to pictures in one of the JPEG formats. If one of the two DNG file formats is set, these menu functions are not available. Changes can be made later on a computer. Picture properties/Contrast, sharpness, color saturation All three picture properties can be adjusted – independently - to three different levels using the menu, so that you can set the optimum values for any situation, i.e. the prevailing lighting conditions.
RECORDING MODE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON The Leica S has a three-stage shutter release button (1.1): 1. Briefly tapping it activates the distance and exposure metering systems, as well as the displays in the viewfinder and on the top panel. Holding the shutter release button at this pressure point keeps the metering systems and displays active. When the shutter release button is released, the metering systems and displays remain active for around 12s. Notes: • If review mode was previously set (see p.
DISTANCE SETTING With all S lenses, the Leica S allows you to choose between manual or automatic distance setting. The autofocus system determines the distance to the parts of the subject in the center of the image field, which is marked by the cross on the focusing screen. Regardless of the mode, the display (2.
EXPOSURE METERING EXPOSURE METERING METHODS The Leica S provides three different exposure metering methods: Setting the function 1. In the CAMERA menu (see p. 16/26), select Exposure Metering (5.3), and 2. then, in the associated submenu, the desired option. Spot metering For spot metering, only the center of the image field is detected and evaluated. The area is indicated by circle in the center of the focusing screen.
Storing with the joystick As an alternative to the shutter release button or to split the task, the focus and exposure settings can also be stored by pressing the joystick inwards. The functions of both controls are specified in the menu. Setting the function 1. In the SETUP menu (see p. 17/26), select AE-/AF-Lock (5.32), and 2. in the submenu first choose whether want to set the function for the AF or MF mode specified using the menu. In autofocus mode 3.
BRACKETING The following are available: - 2 numbers of pictures: 3 or 5 - 4 graduations: 0.5EV, 1EV, 2EV and 3EV Setting the function 1. In the CAMERA menu (see p. 16/26), select Exp. Bracketing (5.5). • The submenu appears in the monitor, containing the three options Number of Frames, Aperture Stops and Automatic, with a scale below. If an exposure compensation is set at the same time, this is indicated by a corresponding value below the scale. 2. For Number of Frames, turn the click wheel (1.
Notes: • Depending on the exposure mode (see "Exposure control“ section on p. 42) the exposure graduations are produced by changing the shutter speeds and/or apertures. • The sequence of the exposures is: over exposure, correct exposure, underexposure. • When using bracketing, all AUTO ISO settings are defined (see p. 34): - The sensitivity determined automatically by the camera for the uncorrected picture is also used for all other pictures in a series, i.e. the ISO value is not changed during a series.
EXPOSURE CONTROL SETTING THE SHUTTER SPEED AND APERTURE / SELECTING THE EXPOSURE MODE On the Leica S, the settings for - both the shutter speed and aperture values are made using a manual preselection, - or the values in the 3 automatic exposure modes using only 2 controls, the shutter speed setting dial (1.11) and the click wheel (1.18). The relevant settings and the selected modes are displayed in the viewfinder (1.16/2), in the top panel display (1.12/3) and in the monitor (1.
As an added safeguard against inadvertent adjustment of the mode, the response time, i.e. the time for which the click wheel has to be pressed, can be extended. Setting the function 1. In the SETUP menu (see p. 17/26), select Click Wheel Exp. Mode (5.34) and 2. then Short Push (≤1s) or Long Push (≥2s) in the submenu. To completely safeguard against inadvertent adjustment of the mode, shutter speed or aperture, you can deactivate the function of both controls, i.e.
EXPOSURE MODES The Leica S provides you with a choice of four exposure modes. AUTOMATIC PROGRAM - P Setting the mode 1. Set the shutter speed dial (1.11) to Auto. 2. Press the click wheel (1.18) to set automatic exposure control, i.e. in this case automatic program mode.
SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY - T Setting the mode 1. Set the shutter speed dial (1.11) to the desired exposure time. 2. Press the click wheel (1.18) to set automatic exposure control, i.e. in this case shutter speed priority mode. The lens aperture is then controlled automatically based on the available light and continuously between a fully open and minimum aperture for the relevant lens. The viewfinder and top panel display show • T (shutter speed priority) for the selected exposure mode (2.3.c/3.
THE B SETTING With the B setting, the shutter remains open - either for as long as the shutter release button is held down, - or for the time you have previously set (in both cases for a maximum of 125s). To determine the exposure time (times above 8s are available): 1. Press the click wheel (1.18), • The monitor shows the setting menu and the times available for the set sensitivity. A triangle and the red marking indicate the current setting. 2.
Canceling the function A self-timer delay time in progress can be canceled - by turning off the camera, i.e. by turning the main switch (1.15) to the OFF position, - during the first 10s of a 12s self-timer delay time by pressing the button (1.22) - in this case labeled ABORT. If you no longer want to use the self-timer, it must be deactivated in the menu. The function is also deactivated by turning off the camera.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS HORIZON Thanks to its integrated sensors, the Leica S can display its alignment both in the viewfinder and on the monitor. While the corresponding display always appears in the viewfinder (2.1, see p. 10), the monitor display is called up as required. This monitor display enables you to align the camera precisely in the longitudinal and transverse axis to capture critical subjects, e.g. architecture pictures from a tripod. Setting the function 1. In the SETUP menu (see p.
Renaming profiles 1. In the SETUP menu (see p. 17/26), select User Profile (5.35), 2. select Administrate Profiles in the submenu, and 3. then Rename Profiles in the associated submenu. • The profile number and name appear, with the number marked as ready for editing. 4. Select the profile to be renamed by turning the click wheel (1.18) or pressing the joystick (1.17) up or down. 5. Confirm your setting by pressing the click wheel or pressing the joystick inwards or right.
3. The numbers and letters are changed by turning the click wheel (1.18) or pressing the joystick (1.17) up or down, and other characters are selected by pressing the click wheel or pressing the joystick inwards, left or right. The available characters are upper case letters from A to Z, numbers from 0 to 9 and a space _ ; you can scroll through them in this order in an endless loop. 4. Confirm your settings by pressing button (1.
RECORDING THE LOCATION WITH GPS The Global Position System enables the current position of the receiver to be determined worldwide. When this function is activated, the Leica S continuously receives the corresponding signals and updates the position data. The camera writes this information - latitude and longitude, height above sea level - to the "EXIF" data. Setting the function 3. In the SETUP menu (see p. 17/26), select GPS (5.37), and 4. then On or Off. • The "satellite" symbol ((4.1.
FLASH OPERATION GENERAL INFORMATION ON FLASH EXPOSURE METERING AND CONTROL The Leica S determines the required flash power by firing one or more ranging flashes in quick succession, fractions of a second before taking the actual picture. Immediately after this, at the start of exposure, the main flash is fired. All factors that influence the exposure (such as filters, aperture setting, distance to the main subject, reflective surfaces, etc.) are automatically taken into account.
SELECTING THE SYNC SPEED / THE SYNC SPEED RANGE The Leica S allows you to combine flash operation with the shutter speed used in the automatic program and aperture priority exposure modes to subtly adjust the lighting conditions for the relevant subject or to suit your picture composition ideas. You can choose between one automatic and several manual settings. Setting the function 5. In the CAMERA menu (see p. 16/26), select Auto Slow Synch.. (5.6), and 6.
SETTINGS FOR CAMERA-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC FLASH MODE Once the flash unit you are using has been turned on and set to the appropriate mode for TTL operation, on the Leica S 1. the exposure metering must first be performed by gently pressing the shutter release button before taking each flash picture, so that the display in the viewfinder shows the shutter speed or switches over to the light balance.
FLASH DISPLAYS IN THE VIEWFINDER WITH SYSTEM COMPATIBLE FLASH UNITS A flash symbol (2.5a) appears in the viewfinder display on the Leica S as confirmation and to indicate different operating statuses. • does not appear despite the flash unit being turned on and ready: In such cases, the Leica S will not fire the flash unit. (e.g. because the incorrect mode is set on the flash unit) • flashes before taking the picture: The flash unit is not yet ready to operate.
REVIEW MODE SELECTING PICTURE AND REVIEW MODES When turned on, the Leica S is always in recording mode. To review the pictures, you can choose between two modes: Review for an unlimited time - PLAY - Auto Review. Automatic review after each picture AUTOMATIC REVIEW OF LAST PICTURE In Auto Review. mode, each picture is displayed in the monitor (1.23) immediately after it has been taken. You can determine how long the picture is displayed for. Setting the function 1. In the SETUP menu (see p.
REVIEW WITH HISTOGRAM (4.2) In normal review mode, press the joystick (1.17) inwards once (starting from normal review) to also display the histogram (4.3.1). • The histogram appears in the lower half of the picture. Notes: • The histogram is available both when reviewing the entire picture and when showing a detail (see p. 58), but not when simultaneously reviewing 4 or 9 smaller pictures (see p. 59). • The histogram always relates to the detail of the picture currently displayed (see p. 58).
VIEWING OTHER PICTURES / "SCROLLING" IN THE MEMORY IMAGE REVIEW ZOOM IN Gradual zoom 1. Briefly pressing the click wheel (1.18, ≤1s) switches between scroll and zoom mode. is displayed, you can zoom in on the detail shown by turning 2. If the click wheel to the right. The more you turn the ring, the greater the enlargement and the smaller the detail. Four zoom levels are possible, until 1 pixel in the monitor shows 1 pixel in the picture. • The rectangle inside the frame (4.2.
MOVING THE TRIMMING SIMULTANEOUSLY VIEWING SEVERAL SMALLER PICTURES SELECTING ONE OF THE SMALLER PICTURES Press the joystick (1.17) in the desired direction - up, down, right, or left. • The rectangle moves in the frame (4.2.8) in the direction you press. If is displayed, turning the click wheel (1.18) to the left - zooms out of pictures already enlarged, or turning beyond review of the entire picture - simultaneously displays 4 or 9 pictures for review.
SWITCHING TO THE OTHER MEMORY CARD 1. Turn the click wheel (1.18) to the left beyond review of 9 pictures. • The selection menu appears in the monitor, with illustrations of the two cards. The currently active card is indicated by a green frame. 2. Pressing the click wheel activates the selection function. • The frame color changes from green to red.
DELETING PICTURES Note: This function is not available in INFO review mode (4.5). Notes: • If deletion of single pictures is active, other pictures can be called up by turning the click wheel (1.18). • You can use the BACK button (see above under 2.) to return to the normal view. • You can use button (1.22) to switch directly to the menu for protecting pictures (see p. 60). To delete only one picture 4. Press the OK button to start the delete process.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS TRANSFERRING DATA TO A COMPUTER The Leica S is compatible with the following operating systems: Microsoft®: Windows® XP / Vista® / 7® Apple® Macintosh®: Mac® OS X (10.5 or higher) The Leica S is equipped with a USB 2.0 interface for transferring data to a computer. This allows fast data transfer to computers with the same kind of interface. The computer used must either have a USB port (for direct connection to the Leica S) or a card reader for CF or SD/SDHC/SDXC cards.
CONNECTING AND TRANSFERRING DATA WITH THE CAMERA AS AN EXTERNAL DRIVE (BULK STORAGE) In Windows® operating systems: If the Leica S is connected to the computer using the LEMO® USB cable (supplied), it is detected as an external drive by the operating system and is assigned a drive letter. Use Windows® Explorer to transfer/save the image data to your computer.
INSTALLING FIRMWARE UPDATES Leica is constantly working on developing and optimizing its products. As digital cameras have many functions that are controlled electronically, some of these improvements and enhancements to the functions can be installed on the camera at a later date. Leica provides firmware updates at irregular intervals for this purpose. Information about any resulting changes or additions to the details in these instructions can be found at: http://www.s.leica-camera.
MISCELLANEOUS SYSTEM ACCESSORIES INTERCHANGEABLE LENSES The range of interchangeable lenses in the Leica S system includes focal lengths from wide angle to the telephoto range, including a macro lens for close-up pictures. Some models are available with an optional integral central shutter - for flash pictures with sync speeds of up to 1/1000s. All Leica S lenses are extremely fast - with respect to the picture format, and all deliver outstanding image performance.
PRECAUTIONS AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Do not use your Leica S in the immediate vicinity of devices with powerful magnetic, electrostatic or electromagnetic fields (e.g. induction ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or computer monitors, video game consoles, cell phones, radio equipment). • If you place the Leica S on or very close to a television set, its magnetic field could interfere with picture recordings. • The same applies for use in the vicinity of cell phones.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS • As any soiling also represents a growth medium for microorganisms, you should take care to keep the equipment clean. FOR THE CAMERA • Only clean the Leica S with a soft, dry cloth. Stubborn dirt should first of all be covered with a well-thinned cleaning agent and then wiped off with a dry cloth. • To remove stains and fingerprints, the camera and lens should be wiped with a clean lint-free cloth. Tougher dirt in hard to reach corners of the camera body can be removed with a small brush.
CLEANING THE SENSOR If any dust or dirt particles should adhere to the sensor cover glass, depending on the size of the particles this can be identified by dark spots or marks on the pictures. The Leica S can be sent to Leica Camera AG’s Customer Care department for the sensor to be cleaned at a cost (address: see p. 74) – this cleaning is not included in the warranty. You can also perform the cleaning yourself, using the Sensor Cleaning function in the menu.
STORAGE • If you will not be using the Leica S for a long period, we recommend a. turning it off (see p. 25), b. removing the memory cards (see p. 21), and c. removing the battery (see p. 21), (the set date and time will be lost after a maximum of 3 months, see p. 30). • A lens works like a magnifying glass if bright sunlight shines on the front of the camera. The camera must therefore never be set aside in strong sunlight without protection.
INDEX 70 Accessories Focusing screens .....................................................................65 Grip strap S .............................................................................65 HDMI cable .............................................................................65 Interchangeable lenses ............................................................65 Leica SF 58..............................................................................65 Multi-function hand grip S ...........
Focusing .................................................................................... 37 Autofocus ................................................................................ 37 Manual setting ......................................................................... 37 Focusing screens ................................................................ 23/65 Changing .................................................................................23 Formatting the memory card .....................
TECHNICAL DATA Camera type Leica S (Typ 006) Digital medium format reflex camera Lens connection Leica S bayonet Lens system Leica S lenses Picture format / Aspect ratio 30 x 45mm / 2:3 Image sensor / Resolution Low noise CCD sensor with 6µm pixel pitch, with micro-lenses and micro-lens shift / 7500 x 5000 (37.
Focusing Focus detection Using phase detection method Sensor / Metering field Central cross sensor, defined by cross hairs on ground glass screen Modes Choice of AFs (single) = Sharpness priority, AFc (continuous) = Shutter release priority, MF (manual), Manual override of automatic setting possible at any time Metering memory lock Pressing shutter release button to pressure point, storing for 1 picture or continuously using joystick Drive In lenses Displays See p.
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