Leica C manuel d'utilisation

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Tout d'abord, le manuel d’utilisation Leica C devrait contenir:
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Tout d'abord, il contient la réponse sur la structure, les possibilités du dispositif Leica C, l'utilisation de divers accessoires et une gamme d'informations pour profiter pleinement de toutes les fonctionnalités et commodités.

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    LEICA C Instructions[...]

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    T able of contents - 2 - Preparations Before use .............................................. 7 Scope of Delivery .................................. 9 Accessories ........................................... 9 Names of the components .................. 10 Cursor buttons/Control dial ......................... 12 Attaching the wrist strap ..........[...]

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    T able of contents - 3 - Using the [Setup] menu ...................... 54 [Clock Set] ...................................................54 [World Time] ................................................ 54 [T ravel Date] ................................................ 54 [Airplane Mode] ........................................... 54 [Beep] ........[...]

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    T able of contents - 4 - [Creative Control] mode ...................... 96 [Expressive] ................................................. 98 [Retro] ......................................................... 98 [Old Days] ................................................... 98 [High Key] .................................................... 99 [Low Ke[...]

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    T able of contents - 5 - Playback 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[...]

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    T able of contents - 6 - Connecting to other devices 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 th[...]

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    Preparations Before use - 7 - ■ 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. • Dropping or hitting the[...]

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    Preparations Before use - 8 - ■ 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 c[...]

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    Preparations Scope of Delivery Accessories - 9 - Order No. Rechargeable battery BP-DC14-E 18 535 BP-DC14-U 18 536 (delivery differs depending on markets) Battery charger/ AC adapter ACA-DC1 1-U 423-106.001-003 ACA-DC1 1-K 423-106.001-004 ACA-DC1 1-E 423-106.001-005 ACA-DC1 1-B 423-106.001-006 ACA-DC1 1-A 423-106.001-007 ACA-DC1 1-C 423-106.001-008 [...]

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    Preparations Names of the components - 10 - 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) Allows controlling different (previously selected) func[...]

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    Preparations Names of the components - 1 1 - [HDMI] socket (→201, 203) Do not connect any other cables except a HDMI micro cable. Doing so may cause malfunction. [A V OUT/DIGIT AL] socket (→201, 210, 213) This socket is also used when charging the battery . (→15) [L VF] button (→66) Use to switch between viewfinder and monitor display . [WI[...]

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    Preparations Names of the components Cursor buttons/Control dial - 12 - [MENU/SET] button • Use to display the menus, enter the settings, etc. (→52) Left cursor button ( ) • Macro recording (→78, 80) , Manual Focus (→87) Down cursor button ( ) • Drive Mode (Burst (→1 19) , Auto Bracket (→91) , Self-timer (→89) ) Up cursor button ([...]

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    Preparations Charging the battery - 13 - 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. Camera status Charging takes place Switched off Y es Switched [...]

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    Preparations Charging the battery - 14 - Inserting the battery T o charge the battery , insert it into the camera. Move the lock/release slider to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door Insert the battery all the way • Push it in until it is locked by the latch. Close the card/battery door • Move the lock/release slider to the [LOCK[...]

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    Preparations Charging the battery - 15 - 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. USB cable • Always make sure the plug is aligned correctly and hold it strai[...]

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    Preparations Charging the battery - 16 - ■ 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 compl[...]

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    Preparations Charging the battery - 17 - 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[...]

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    Preparations Charging the battery - 18 - ■ Recording motion pictures (When using the monitor) [Rec Format] [A VCHD] [MP4] [Rec Quality] [FHD] [FHD] A vailable recording time approx. 70 min approx. 80 min Actual available recording time * approx. 30 min approx. 35 min * The time you can actually record when repeatedly turning the camera on and off[...]

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    Preparations Inserting and removing the memory card - 19 - ● Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● T o remove the card, turn the camera off and wait until the Leica logo display on the monitor disappears. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.) • Make sur[...]

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    Preparations Saving your pictures (to an inserted memory card or the built-in memory) - 20 - 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 [...]

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    Preparations Saving your pictures - 21 - 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.] (→58) ) Di[...]

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    Preparations Saving your pictures - 22 - ■ Recording time capacity (motion pictures) ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds”.) When [Rec Format] is [A VCHD] [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] — 1 1m00s [...]

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    Preparations Setting language, time, and date - 23 - 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 appe[...]

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    Preparations Setting language, time, and date - 24 - ● 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 [T ext Stamp]. ● If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed. Changing tim[...]

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    Basics Basic settings/operation - 25 - Basics 1 Press the [OFF/ON] button to turn on the camera 2 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 → [Snapshot Mode] For taking pictures with extended automatic settings. (→29) [Program AE] Mode For taking pictures wit[...]

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    Basics Basic settings/operation - 26 - 3 Aim the camera and shoot ■ T aking still pictures 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 Motion picture button Shutt[...]

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    Basics Using the control ring - 27 - 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. Recording mode Setting [Snapshot Mode] Step zoom (→7[...]

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    Basics Using the Quick menu - 28 - 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. T urn the control ring to change the setting • Y ou can also change settings with the contro[...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 29 - ■ 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]) T ake a picture Focus display ( When the focus setting is correct: illuminated When the focus setting is not correct or [...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 30 - 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 (Only [...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 31 - Determining the extent of the area rendered sharply Y ou 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 T urn the control ring to determine the extent of the depth of field • [AUTO] is displayed in the ic[...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 32 - 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] [...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 33 - [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]. ■ Settings Press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor button/s to select [Rec[...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 34 - AF T racking 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 T racking • T o cancel AF T racking → Press . Aim the AF T racking frame at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway to lock • T o cancel AF Lock[...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 35 - [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. Press [MENU/SET] Use[...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 36 - ■ 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) Overexposure (bright) Depth of[...]

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    Basics Snapshot mode - 37 - 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: [...]

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    Basics Program mode - 38 - ■ Recording modes: The camera automatically sets both shutter speed and aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. Y ou can change various settings in the [Rec] menu. Set to ([Program AE] mode) T ake a picture Press halfway to focus Press fully to take the picture ● If a warning is displayed about came[...]

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    Basics Automatic focusing (AF) - 39 - 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 . First adjust focus according to subject Aim the AF frame at the main subject Press down halfway and hold Focu[...]

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    Basics T aking motion pictures - 40 - ■ Recording modes: * 1 * 2 * 1 Y ou cannot take motion pictures in [3D Photo Mode]. * 2 Y ou cannot take motion pictures in [Soft Focus] and [Star Filter]. Y ou can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). Press the motion picture button to start recording Microphones [Rec Format] (→139) / [Rec Quality] [...]

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    Basics T aking motion pictures - 41 - Recording modes ■ T aking motion pictures in The camera automatically detects and sets the type of scene for motion pictures with optimal settings. When the scene does not correspond to any on the right. • In mode, focus and exposure will be set according to the face detected. • will be selected for night[...]

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    Basics T aking motion pictures - 42 - ● 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[...]

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    Basics T aking motion pictures - 43 - 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) Maximum number of pictures 9M 15 pictures 6M 2M • The clicking sound made when the [...]

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    Basics Viewing still pictures - 44 - 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 • T o 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 ar[...]

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    Basics Viewing still pictures - 45 - Enlarged viewing T urn 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 .) • T o reduce the magnification: T urn the zoom l[...]

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    Basics Viewing still pictures - 46 - Simultaneous viewing of several pictures T urn the zoom lever toward the W side Number of selected picture/T otal 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) [...]

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    Basics Viewing still pictures - 47 - Viewing pictures by their recording date T urn 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. ?[...]

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    Basics Viewing motion pictures - 48 - This camera was designed to play motion pictures using the A VCHD, MP4 and QuickT ime Motion JPEG formats. Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and then press Playback starts. Recording time Motion picture icon (differs depending on the recording mode and picture quality setting) ■ Operations during[...]

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    Basics Viewing motion pictures - 49 - Extracting still pictures from motion pictures Y ou 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 [Y es] with the cursor butt[...]

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    Basics Deleting pictures - 50 - 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 [...]

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    Basics Deleting pictures - 51 - 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 cont[...]

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    Basics Menu control - 52 - 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[...]

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    Basics Menu control - 53 - Menu sections ● In recording mode ● In playback mode [Rec] Y ou can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity , Aspect Ratio, and Resolution. [Motion Picture] Y ou can select the recording format and resolution and other settings. [Setup] Y ou can perform settings for convenience of use such as the clock setting and[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 54 - [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[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 55 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Speaker V olume] 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. ([...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 56 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Monitor Luminance] Improves monitor image visibility . ■ Settings [Auto Power Monitor] The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. [Power Monitor] The brightness is increased for easy viewing outdoors. [OFF] — [...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 57 - • 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 refe[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 58 - • 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[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 59 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Economy] T urns 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] ● T o restore → T urn [...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 60 - • 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 [...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 61 - • 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: ?[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 62 - • 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. [P AL] Video output is set to P AL system. ● [[...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 63 - • 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 [...]

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    Basics Using the [Setup] menu - 64 - • 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 ca[...]

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    Basics Entering T ext - 65 - 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 [T ravel Date] etc. Use the cursor buttons to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed Cursor position The character is inserted a[...]

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    T aking pictures Switching between monitor and viewfinder - 66 - T aking pictures Using the viewfinder allows checking subject and framing regardless of the ambient light conditions Press the [L VF] button ■ About diopter adjustment T urn the diopter adjustment wheel until you are able to clearly see all the displays in the viewfinder . Diopter a[...]

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    T aking pictures Switching displays - 67 - Y ou 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 addi[...]

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    T aking pictures Using reference lines to assist composition - 68 - ■ Recording modes: Y ou 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. Compositio n principle Guideline Description [Rule of Thirds Of[...]

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    T aking pictures Using reference lines to assist composition - 69 - ■ How to select guidelines Press the [FN] button Use the cursor buttons to select the guideline to display , and then press [MENU/SET] • Y ou can also select guidelines with the control dial. • Explanations and examples of the composition will be displayed in turn when you pr[...]

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    T aking pictures Using the level gauge - 70 - ■ 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 d[...]

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    T aking pictures Using the zoom lens - 71 - ■ Recording modes: Y ou 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. Zooming In/Out T o widen the angle of view, use shorter focal lengths (hence wideangle, also makes subjects appear further awa[...]

  • Page 72

    T aking pictures Using the zoom lens - 72 - Zoom functions The zoom ratio changes when the resolution is changed. ■ Optical zooming Zooming in up to 7.1x is possible if pictures without have been selected by [Picture Size] in the [Rec] menu. (→128) ● Optical zooming cannot be used in the following cases: • [Macro Zoom] • With the Scene mo[...]

  • Page 73

    T aking pictures Using the zoom lens - 73 - T o increase the zoom ratio further , the following zoom modes can be used in combination. ■ [i.ZOOM] Y ou 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] [...]

  • Page 74

    T aking pictures Using the zoom lens - 74 - ■ [Step Zoom] Y ou 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][...]

  • Page 75

    T aking pictures Using the built-in flash - 75 - ■ Recording modes: Press to display [Flash] Use the cursor buttons to select the desired mode, and then press [MENU/SET] Modes, function Application * 1 [Auto] • Automatically judges whether or not to flash Normal use [Auto/Red-Eye] * 2 • Automatically judges whether or not to flash (reduce red[...]

  • Page 76

    T aking pictures Using the built-in flash - 76 - ● 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 af fected by factors such a[...]

  • Page 77

    T aking pictures Using the built-in flash - 77 - ■ A vailable flash modes in each exposure mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○ * 1 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ – – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ ○ – ○ – – – – ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○[...]

  • Page 78

    T aking pictures Close-up pictures - 78 - ■ 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 (1 3 / 16 ″) for max. Wide). Press Use the cursor but[...]

  • Page 79

    T aking pictures Close-up pictures - 79 - 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 Mod[...]

  • Page 80

    T aking pictures Close-up pictures - 80 - [Macro Zoom] ■ Recording modes: * * This mode cannot be set in the following m odes: [T oy Effect], [Miniature Effect] T o take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] ( ) enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro] ( ). Press Use the cursor buttons to select [M[...]

  • Page 81

    T aking pictures Using Auto focus - 81 - ■ 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 [...]

  • Page 82

    T aking pictures Using Auto focus - 82 - Face detection Recognizes faces (up to 15 persons) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly . AF frame Y ellow: 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[...]

  • Page 83

    T aking pictures Using Auto focus - 83 - Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject Aim the AF T racking frame at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway AF T racking frame When the subject is recognized, the AF T racking frame changes from white to yellow , and the subject is automatically kept in focus. If AF Lock fails, t[...]

  • Page 84

    T aking pictures Using Auto focus - 84 - 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 cent[...]

  • Page 85

    T aking pictures Using Auto focus - 85 - ■ 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. Select [AF Mode] from the [Rec] menu Use the cursor buttons to select [ ] from the [AF Mode] items and press the [DISP] button T o move the AF area: Press[...]

  • Page 86

    T aking pictures Locking the exposure and/or focus setting - 86 - ■ 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. If an [...]

  • Page 87

    T aking pictures Manual focusing - 87 - ■ 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[...]

  • Page 88

    T aking pictures Manual focusing - 88 - ■ 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. ● T o change the position of an enlarged section Press [MENU/SET] while manually focusing (while t[...]

  • Page 89

    T aking pictures Using the self-timer - 89 - ■ 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] • T o change the time setting: Press the [DISP] button and[...]

  • Page 90

    T aking pictures Exposure Compensation - 90 - ■ 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. Press • Press again when focusing manually Use the control ring to select a compensation value, and [...]

  • Page 91

    T aking pictures Picture series with automatically changing exposures - 91 - ■ 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: [T oy Effect] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus] [Star Filter] In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically [...]

  • Page 92

    T aking pictures Aperture priority mode - 92 - ■ 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 T urn the control ring to select the aperture value • Y ou can also make settings with the[...]

  • Page 93

    T aking pictures Shutter priority mode - 93 - ■ 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 T urn the control ring to select the shutter speed • Y ou can also make settings with the[...]

  • Page 94

    T aking pictures Manual exposure mode - 94 - ■ Recording modes: If you e. g. wish to create a specific effect based on over- or under exposure, or want to make sure a series of shots is exposed identically regardless of differing brightness, you can do so by manually setting aperture and shutter speed Set the mode dial to T urn the control ring t[...]

  • Page 95

    T aking pictures Manual exposure mode - 95 - ■ 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[...]

  • Page 96

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 96 - ■ Recording modes: Y ou 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. ■ Changing the s[...]

  • Page 97

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 97 - ● 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. ● T[...]

  • Page 98

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 98 - 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) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Depth of field Less More Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring [...]

  • Page 99

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 99 - 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) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Depth of field Less More Coloring Pinkish coloring Ligh[...]

  • Page 100

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 100 - 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) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Depth of field Less More Contra[...]

  • Page 101

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 101 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [Cross Process] This effect creates a unique atmosphere with surprising colors. ■ Items that can be set (→97) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Depth of field Less More Coloring Greenish coloring / Bluish coloring[...]

  • Page 102

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 102 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96) [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. ■ Items that can be set (→97) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring ■ Defocusing a[...]

  • Page 103

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 103 - 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[...]

  • Page 104

    T aking pictures [Creative Control] mode - 104 - 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. ■ Items that can be set (→97) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (brighter) D[...]

  • Page 105

    T aking pictures [Panorama Shot] mode - 105 - ■ Recording modes: Y ou 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 cam[...]

  • Page 106

    T aking pictures [Panorama Shot] mode - 106 - Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion in the selected direction to start recording • T aking pictures from left to right Recording direction and progress status (approximation) 1 sec. 2 sec. 3 sec. 4 sec. • Pan the camera so that you make a complete circle in a[...]

  • Page 107

    T aking pictures [Panorama Shot] mode - 107 - ● 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 [...]

  • Page 108

    T aking pictures [Scene Mode] - 108 - ■ Recording modes: Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. Set the mode dial to Use the cursor buttons to select the type of scene, and then press [MENU/SET] ■ Changing the selected scene mode Press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons [...]

  • Page 109

    T aking pictures [Scene Mode] - 109 - • 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] Smoo[...]

  • Page 110

    T aking pictures [Scene Mode] - 1 10 - • How to select a scene (→108) [Sports] T akes 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] T akes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. ■ Tips • Use fl[...]

  • Page 111

    T aking pictures [Scene Mode] - 1 1 1 - • 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) a[...]

  • Page 112

    T aking pictures [Scene Mode] - 1 12 - • 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. ■ T o record age and name [Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately . Use the cursor buttons to select [Age] or [Name], and then press [MENU/SET[...]

  • Page 113

    T aking pictures [Scene Mode] - 1 13 - • 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 mov[...]

  • Page 114

    T aking pictures [Scene Mode] - 1 14 - • 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. T o view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This camera will play back in 2D). (→[...]

  • Page 115

    T aking pictures Registering your own settings in [Custom] mode - 1 15 - 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 m[...]

  • Page 116

    T aking pictures Registering your own settings in [Custom] mode - 1 16 - [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 → P[...]

  • Page 117

    T aking pictures Registering preferred functions to the [FN] button - 1 17 - ■ 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. ■ How to register Select [Fn Button Set] from the [Setup] m[...]

  • Page 118

    T aking pictures Changing the settings assigned to the control ring - 1 18 - ■ 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 assign[...]

  • Page 119

    T aking pictures Exposure series function - 1 19 - ■ 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: [T oy Effect] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus] [Star Filter] A series pictures is recorded when the shutter button is pressed full[...]

  • Page 120

    T aking pictures Exposure series function - 120 - Setting 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[...]

  • Page 121

    T aking pictures Exposure series function - 121 - ● 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 fr[...]

  • Page 122

    T aking pictures Using the Face Recognition function - 122 - ■ 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[...]

  • Page 123

    T aking pictures Using the Face Recognition function - 123 - ● 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 Fa[...]

  • Page 124

    T aking pictures Using the Face Recognition function - 124 - Registering face pictures Up to 6 person’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and date of birth. Y ou 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 [...]

  • Page 125

    T aking pictures Using the Face Recognition function - 125 - Editing or deleting information about registered persons Information about registered faces can be edited or deleted. Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu (→52) Select [MEMOR Y] with the cursor buttons, and then press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select the picture of the pe[...]

  • Page 126

    T aking pictures Useful features for travel - 126 - [T ravel Date] If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded. Select [T ravel Date] from the [Setup] menu (→52) Use the cursor buttons to select [T ravel Setup], and then press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select[...]

  • Page 127

    T aking pictures Useful features for travel - 127 - [World T ime] For setting the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. Select [World T ime] 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 . Use the cursor buttons to select [Des[...]

  • Page 128

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 128 - Y ou 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: / / / ● Pictu[...]

  • Page 129

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 129 - • 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 RA W , and in the case of JPEG, the compression rate. [RA W] is especially suited for the subsequent comprehensive editing of the image data using resp[...]

  • Page 130

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 130 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Sensitivity] ■ Recording modes: * 1 * 2 * 1 [ ] cannot be set. * 2 [AUTO] and [ ] cannot be set. For setting the ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to light) manually . We recommend higher settings to take sharp, i.e. unblurred pictures in darker location[...]

  • Page 131

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 131 - • 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. ■ Set[...]

  • Page 132

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 132 - ■ White Balance fine adjustment (excluding [A WB]) 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 str[...]

  • Page 133

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 133 - • 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 blurrin[...]

  • Page 134

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 134 - • 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 Conditions [Multi Metering] The brightness is detected in different section[...]

  • Page 135

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 135 - • 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[...]

  • Page 136

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 136 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Color Mode] ■ Recording modes: ■ Settings: [ST ANDARD] / [VIVID] * 1 (Vivid looking picture) / [Happy] * 2 (For taking a picture with a higher level of color brightness and vividness) / [B&W] / [SEPIA] * 1 Except [Snapshot Mode] * 2 [Snapshot [...]

  • Page 137

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 137 - • 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[...]

  • Page 138

    T aking pictures Using the [Rec] menu - 138 - • 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 w[...]

  • Page 139

    T aking pictures Using the [Motion Picture] menu - 139 - Y ou 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 [A VCHD] This is a file format suitable for playbac[...]

  • Page 140

    T aking pictures Using the [Motion Picture] menu - 140 - ● 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 “V ariable Bit Rate”, which is changed automatically depending on t[...]

  • Page 141

    T aking pictures Using the [Motion Picture] menu - 141 - • 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 sup[...]

  • Page 142

    Playback Changing the picture information displays, etc. - 142 - Playback Y ou 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 [...]

  • Page 143

    Playback Playing back pictures recorded using the serial exposure function - 143 - 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 pictu[...]

  • Page 144

    Playback Playing back pictures recorded using the serial exposure function - 144 - ● 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 bac[...]

  • Page 145

    Playback Different playback methods - 145 - Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. T o 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 [...]

  • Page 146

    Playback Selecting pictures to play back - 146 - 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 stil[...]

  • Page 147

    Playback Selecting pictures to play back - 147 - 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. [...]

  • Page 148

    Playback Selecting pictures to play back - 148 - 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 [...]

  • Page 149

    Playback Selecting pictures to play back - 149 - Selecting according to the recording date For selecting the recorded date, and playing only those pictures back. Select [Select Date] in [Filtering Play], and then press [MENU/ SET] (→146) Use the cursor buttons to select recording date, and then press [MENU/SET] ■ T o change the date to display [...]

  • Page 150

    Playback Playing back pictures in order automatically - 150 - 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] ■ T o select pictures for automatic play back If you have previously sele[...]

  • Page 151

    Playback Playing back pictures in order automatically - 151 - ■ Operations during Slide Show ● Cursor buttons The operation guide appears on the bottom right of the screen. Pause/play Previous Next Stop V olume down V olume up • If you do not perform any operation for approx. 2 seconds, the operation guide is turned off. T o display the guide[...]

  • Page 152

    Playback Searching by recording date - 152 - 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. Press [MENU/SET] to disp[...]

  • Page 153

    Playback Retouching pictures - 153 - [Auto Retouch] Y ou 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. • Example picture Select [...]

  • Page 154

    Playback Retouching pictures - 154 - [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. Se[...]

  • Page 155

    Playback Retouching pictures - 155 - Setting Effect [Miniature Effect] This ef fect 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 ver[...]

  • Page 156

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 156 - 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] Y ou can send location information (latitude and long[...]

  • Page 157

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 157 - ■ 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. ■ Deleting received location information[...]

  • Page 158

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 158 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [Title Edit] This mode allows you to give titles, etc. to your favorite still pictures. Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI], and then press [MENU/SET] Select a still picture ● [SINGLE] Use the cursor buttons to select a still picture, [...]

  • Page 159

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 159 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52) [T ext Stamp] This mode allows you to stamp the recording date and time, names, travel destination, travel dates, etc. on the recorded still pictures. Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI], and then press [MENU/SET] Select a still picture [...]

  • Page 160

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 160 - ■ Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [W/O TIME]: Stamps only the recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamps the recording date and time [Name] : Stamps the name registered in Face Recognition : Stamps the name registered in [Baby] or [Pet] [Location] Stamps the location registered in [Setup] menu’s [Tra[...]

  • Page 161

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 161 - • 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. Sele[...]

  • Page 162

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 162 - • 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.) ■ [SINGLE] Use the cursor buttons to select [[...]

  • Page 163

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 163 - ■ [MUL TI] Use the cursor buttons to select [MUL TI], 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 • T o [...]

  • Page 164

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 164 - • 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[...]

  • Page 165

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 165 - • 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. Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI], and the[...]

  • Page 166

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 166 - • 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 .) Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI], and t[...]

  • Page 167

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 167 - • 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. Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MUL TI], and then press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select a picture, and then press [MENU/SE[...]

  • Page 168

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 168 - • 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. Use the cursor buttons to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE], and then press [MENU/SET] Use the cursor buttons to select the picture,[...]

  • Page 169

    Playback Using the [Playback] menu - 169 - • 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 ).[...]

  • Page 170

    Wi-Fi/NFC Wi-Fi ® Function and NFC Function - 170 - Wi-Fi/NFC ■ 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 res[...]

  • Page 171

    Wi-Fi/NFC Wi-Fi ® Function and NFC Function - 171 - ■ 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 Shoo[...]

  • Page 172

    Wi-Fi/NFC Wi-Fi ® Function and NFC Function - 172 - ● The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ● Use a IEEE802.1 1b, IEEE802.1 1g or IEEE802.1 1n compatible device when using a wireless access point. ● We strongly recommend that you set an encryption to maintain information security . ● We recommend that yo[...]

  • Page 173

    Wi-Fi/NFC What you can do with the Wi-Fi function - 173 - 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 Y ou can easily use the Wi-Fi function by pressing and holding[...]

  • Page 174

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 174 - Y ou 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 smart[...]

  • Page 175

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 175 - Connecting to a smartphone/tablet Y ou 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 an[...]

  • Page 176

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 176 - ■ Changing the connection method T o 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” S[...]

  • Page 177

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 177 - 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.[...]

  • Page 178

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 178 - 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[...]

  • Page 179

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 179 - ● Y ou 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 ma[...]

  • Page 180

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 180 - 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.) • Functio[...]

  • Page 181

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 181 - ■ Easily transferring pictures in the camera Y ou 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 th[...]

  • Page 182

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 182 - 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 ?[...]

  • Page 183

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 183 - 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 as[...]

  • Page 184

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 184 - Sending location information to the camera from a smartphone/tablet Y ou 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 “Leic[...]

  • Page 185

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 185 - Operating the camera to send pictures to a smartphone or tablet ■ Sending method, and pictures that can be sent JPEG RAW MP4 A VCHD 3D Sending a picture each time one is recorded [Send Images While Recording] ○ – – – – Sending selected pictures [Send Images Stored in the Camera] [...]

  • Page 186

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 186 - ■ 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 nex[...]

  • Page 187

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 187 - 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][...]

  • Page 188

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 188 - ■ 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)[...]

  • Page 189

    Wi-Fi/NFC Operating the camera using a smartphone - 189 - 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][...]

  • Page 190

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 190 - 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 [...]

  • Page 191

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 191 - 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. T o check if the wireless access point you are using is compatible with WPS, r[...]

  • Page 192

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 192 - ■ 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[...]

  • Page 193

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 193 - ■ 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 charac[...]

  • Page 194

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 194 - Connecting when you are out (direct connection) Y ou can select the connection method to your equipment. Select a connection method with which your equipment is compatible. Connection method Description [Wi-Fi Direct] Set the device to Wi-Fi Direct™ mode Select [Wi-Fi Direct] Select the device to connect to •[...]

  • Page 195

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 195 - 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. Y ou can register items in the History to Favorite. Y ou can easily connect with the same settings as used previously by connecting from Histor[...]

  • Page 196

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 196 - ■ 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 T ext” (→65) . • Up to 30 characters can be entered. A double-byte ch[...]

  • Page 197

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 197 - ■ 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 deta[...]

  • Page 198

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 198 - 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 commun[...]

  • Page 199

    Wi-Fi/NFC About connections - 199 - ■ 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 Description [Size] Resize the image to send. [Original]/[Change] • Y ou can select the resolution for [Cha[...]

  • Page 200

    Wi-Fi/NFC [Wi-Fi Setup] menu - 200 - 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 t[...]

  • Page 201

    Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen - 201 - Connecting to other devices Y ou can view pictures on a TV by connecting your camera to it with either an HDMI micro cable or the supplied A V cable. ● Compatible HDMI micro cables are available from specialist photo dealers. Make absolutely sure to use only cables compatible with this ca[...]

  • Page 202

    Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen - 202 - ■ T o 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” (T ype D-T ype A plug, up to 2m (6′ 6″) long) Compatible HDMI micro cables are avai[...]

  • Page 203

    Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen - 203 - HDTV Link (HDMI) What is HDTV Link (HDMI)? ● HDTV Link is a function that automatically links this camera to HDTV Link- compatible devices by connecting the HDMI micro cable for enabling easy operation with a HDTV compatible remote control. (Some operations are not available.) ● HDTV Li[...]

  • Page 204

    Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen - 204 - Preparation: Set [HDTV Link] to [ON] (→62) . Connect the camera to an HDTV Link (HDMI)-compatible TV set with an HDMI micro cable (→201) T urn on the camera, and then press the playback button • T o let the camera start with Playback mode: Keep the playback button pressed while turnin[...]

  • Page 205

    Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen - 205 - 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. Prep[...]

  • Page 206

    Connecting to other devices Viewing on a TV screen - 206 - ■ T o 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 t[...]

  • Page 207

    Connecting to other devices Copying still and motion pictures to a recorder - 207 - Follow the correct method for your device. Copy by inserting the memory card into the recorder Y ou 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 [...]

  • Page 208

    Connecting to other devices Using with your computer - 208 - 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 dis[...]

  • Page 209

    Connecting to other devices Using with your computer - 209 - 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. T[...]

  • Page 210

    Connecting to other devices Using with your computer - 210 - Connect camera and computer • Do not use any other USB cables except a genuine Leica USB cable of the supplied type. Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction. Use the cursor buttons on the camera to select [PC], and then press [MENU/SET] Operate with your computer • Y[...]

  • Page 211

    Connecting to other devices Using with your computer - 21 1 - ■ Copying to your computer without using Adobe ® Photoshop ® Lightroom ® Y ou 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) L1000001.JPG [...]

  • Page 212

    Connecting to other devices Using with your computer - 212 - ■ 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 impor[...]

  • Page 213

    Connecting to other devices Printing - 213 - Preparation: • When printing pictures from the built- in memory , remove the memory card • Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer , as needed • Turn on camera and printer Connect camera and printer • Do not use any other USB cables except a genuine Leica USB cable of the suppl[...]

  • Page 214

    Connecting to other devices Printing - 214 - ● T urn 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 RA W file cannot be printed. [...]

  • Page 215

    Connecting to other devices Printing - 215 - 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] : Scroll between pictures with the cursor buttons, and then select pictures to print with the [DISP] button (Press the [DISP] butt[...]

  • Page 216

    Connecting to other devices Printing - 216 - 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 numbe[...]

  • Page 217

    Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays - 217 - The screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary . In recording Recording Mode (→25) Backlight Compensation (→30, 33, 137) Rec Format (→139) Rec Quality (→139) Resolution (→128) Quality (→129) Flash Mode (→75) Stabilizer (→38, 137) Motion Deblur (→32) Camera sh[...]

  • Page 218

    Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays - 218 - Brightness (→36) Exposure Compensation (→90) AF T racking (→34, 83) AF Assist Lamp (→136) Metering mode (→134) AE Lock (→86) ISO Sensitivity (→130) Defocusing control (→31, 36, 97) F5.9 Aperture value (→38, 92, 94) Minimum shutter speed (→135) 1/60 Shutter speed (→38, 93, 94) *[...]

  • Page 219

    Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays - 219 - Current date/time World time (→127) Name (→1 12, 124) Age in years/months (→1 12, 124) Destination settings (→126) T ravel; elapsed days (→126) Focus range (→79) Zoom (→71)[...]

  • Page 220

    Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays - 220 - The screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary . In playback Playback mode (→145) Protected picture (→167) Favorites (→165) Date/text stamped display (→138, 159) Color Mode (→136) Retouched picture (→153, 154) Resolution (→128) Quality (→129) Battery capacity ([...]

  • Page 221

    Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays - 221 - Print settings (→166) With location information (→156) Acq uiring infor mation icon (→143 ) Monitor luminance (→56) Recording mode (→25) Flash Mode (→75) White Balance (→131) Exposure Compensation (→90) Creative control adjustment display (→97) ISO Sensitivity (→130) F3.3 Apertur[...]

  • Page 222

    Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays - 222 - 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 dele[...]

  • Page 223

    Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays - 223 - [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.[...]

  • Page 224

    Miscellaneous Monitor/Viewfinder displays - 224 - [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) ?[...]

  • Page 225

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 225 - T ry 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 b[...]

  • Page 226

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 226 - 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. ● [...]

  • Page 227

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 227 - 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 mot[...]

  • Page 228

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 228 - Monitor/Viewfinder Pictures do not show on the monitor . ● The camera is set for viewfinder display . → Press [L VF] 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 s[...]

  • Page 229

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 229 - 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 [...]

  • Page 230

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 230 - 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 t[...]

  • Page 231

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 231 - 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 [V ideo Divide] (→161) . → Reduce the image size at [Size] (→199) , and then send. ● It may take longer time to transmit when distance to [...]

  • Page 232

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 232 - 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/P AL) on the camera. (→62) (With camera models 18 484/-487/-488/-491)[...]

  • Page 233

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 233 - 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 compati[...]

  • Page 234

    Miscellaneous T roubleshooting - 234 - 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[...]

  • Page 235

    Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes - 235 - 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[...]

  • Page 236

    Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes - 236 - When not using for a while ● T urn 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 drawe[...]

  • Page 237

    Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes - 237 - 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 batte[...]

  • Page 238

    Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes - 238 - 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 [...]

  • Page 239

    Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes - 239 - • 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. • “A VCHD” and the “A VCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation an[...]

  • Page 240

    Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes - 240 - • 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”, “WP A” and “WP A2” are marks or registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • This prod[...]

  • Page 241

    Miscellaneous Usage cautions and notes - 241 - 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 W ARRANTY , without even the implied warranty of ME[...]

  • Page 242

    Miscellaneous Leica service addresses - 242 - Leica Product Support The Leica Product Support department can provide you with an answer to any technical questions relating to Leica products, including software supplied, either in writing, on the telephone or by e-mail. They are also the contact point for purchasing advice and to order instructions.[...]

  • Page 243

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