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  • Page 1 LEICA V-LUX 4 Instructions About downloading Adobe Photoshop ® ® Lightroom ® see page...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...................... 6 Scope of Delivery / Accessories ................7 Names and Functions of the Components ............... 8 Preparation Attaching the Lens Cap/the Shoulder Strap ............13 Attaching the Lens Hood ..................14 Charging the Battery....................
  • Page 3 Recording About the Monitor/the Viewfinder ................66 Using the Zoom ......................68 • Using the Optical Zoom/the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/the Intelligent Zoom/ the Digital Zoom ....................68 Using the Built-In Flash .................... 72 • Switching flash modes ..................73 Exposure Compensation ..................
  • Page 4 • [Cross Process] ....................115 • [Toy Effect] ......................115 • [Miniature Effect]....................115 • [Soft Focus]......................117 • [Star Filter] ......................117 • [One Point Color] ....................117 Recording Motion Pictures with Manual Settings..........118 • Recording High Speed Motion Pictures .............119 Using Custom Mode....................120 •...
  • Page 5 • Selecting a single picture and printing it ............179 • Selecting multiple pictures and printing them ........... 179 • Print Settings ....................180 Others Screen Displays....................... 183 Cautions for Use...................... 186 Message Displays ....................190 Troubleshooting ...................... 193 Leica Service Addresses ..................203 - 5 -...

  • Page 6: Before Use

    Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject the camera to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, monitor, or external body parts may be damaged by such treatment. It may also malfunction or the image may not be recorded. –...

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery / Accessories

    ∫ Order No. Order No. Rechargeable battery Small system case 18 746 BP-DC12-E 18 728 BP-DC12-U 18 729 Battery charger Leica CF 22 18 694 BC-DC12-E 423-111.001-012 flash unit BC-DC12-U 423-111.002-010 Mains cable HDMI mini cable 14 491 423-111.001-006 Tabletop tripod 14 100 423-111.001-007...

  • Page 8: Names And Functions Of The Components

    Before Use Names and Functions of the Components Lens (P6, 187) 3 4 5 6 Zoom lever (P68) Shutter release button (P28, Self-timer indicator (P80)/ AF Assist Lamp (P137) Mode dial (P27) Flash (P72) Flash release slider (P72) Shoulder strap eyelet (P13) Focus selector switch (P92, 10 Zoom/focus rocker (P69,...
  • Page 9 Before Use 31 Diopter adjustment dial (P11) 32 [MIC/REMOTE] socket 33 Speaker (P54) REMOTE • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. 34 [HDMI] socket (P167) 35 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P167, 174, 177, 178) 36 Tripod thread (P189)
  • Page 10 Before Use Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the monitor faces the camera body. Fold out the monitor as shown below. 1 Fold out the monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forwards. 3 Return the monitor to its original position. •...
  • Page 11 Before Use Notes • Be careful as the camera may get scratched if you rotate the monitor without folding it out completely. • When not using the monitor it is recommended that you close it with the screen facing inwards to prevent dirt and scratches.
  • Page 12 Before Use Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button Cursor button: For selection of items or setting of values etc. [MENU/SET] button: For confirmation of settings, etc. • This document mentions the top, bottom, left, and right sections of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4/2/1.

  • Page 13: Preparation

    Preparation Attaching the Lens Cap/the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Lens Cap ∫ • When the camera is not being used, always attach the lens cap to protect the lens. Pass the string through the strap eyelet on the camera. Pass the same string through the eyelet on the lens cap.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Lens Hood

    Preparation Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality and should therefore remain mounted for most photographing situations (exemptions: see below). •...

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    There is a possibility that these batteries may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that Leica Camera AG is not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery. To ensure that safe products are used we urgently recommend to use only the Leica battery BP-DC12 (P7).
  • Page 16 Preparation About the [CHARGE] indicator ∫ The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: Charging has started. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: Charging has been completed without any problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet and detach the battery after charging is completed.) •...

  • Page 17: Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Preparation Operating time and number of recordable pictures Recording still pictures (When using the monitor) ∫ Number of recordable approx. 540 pictures (By CIPA standard in pictures Program Mode) Recording time approx. 270 min Recording conditions by CIPA standard • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera &...
  • Page 18 Preparation Recording motion pictures (When using the monitor) ∫ [AVCHD] [MP4] (Recording with resolution set to (Recording with resolution set to [PSH]) [FHD]) Recordable time approx. 160 min approx. 200 min Actual recordable time approx. 80 min approx. 100 min •...

  • Page 19: Inserting And Removing Card And Battery

    Set the camera ON/OFF switch to OFF, push the release slider in the direction of the arrow, and open the card/battery door. • Use only the Leica battery BP-DC12 (P7). • We cannot guarantee the quality of any other batteries.

  • Page 20: About The Internal Memory/The Card

    Preparation About the Internal Memory/the Card The camera stores the image data as follows. Pictures are recorded and played back in/ from the internal When no card is inserted memory. When a card is inserted Pictures are recorded and played back on/ from the card. •...
  • Page 21 Preparation Card The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with the camera Remarks ¢ • Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or higher SD memory cards when recording motion pictures. (8MB to 2GB) •...

  • Page 22: Number Of Recordable Pictures And Available Recording Time

    Preparation Number of recordable pictures and available recording time About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time can be performed in the [Remaining Disp.] (P58) in the [Setup] menu.
  • Page 23 Preparation Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) ∫ • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. • [AVCHD] Internal Memory [Rec Quality] 32GB 64GB (approx. 70MB) 8m00s 2h31m00s 5h07m00s 14m00s 4h10m00s 8h26m00s 14m00s 4h10m00s 8h26m00s •...

  • Page 24: Setting Date/Time

    Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The power lamp 1 lights when you turn the camera on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 25: Changing The Clock Setting

    Preparation Changing the clock setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press 1. (P49) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in back-up battery even without the main battery inserted.

  • Page 26: Tips For Taking Good Pictures

    Preparation Tips for taking good pictures Hold the camera firmly with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Be careful not to place your fingers on the flash, AF Assist Lamp A, microphone B, speaker or lens etc. •...

  • Page 27: Basic

    Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Change modes by rotating the mode dial. Align the desired mode with index A. • Make sure the dial is set exactly to the click-stop position of the desired mode. (The mode dial rotates 360o) Basic ∫...

  • Page 28: Program Mode

    Basic Program Mode Recording mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can also change various settings in the [Rec] menu. Set the mode dial to [ Aim the AF frame at the subject you want to focus on. Press the shutter release button halfway to focus.

  • Page 29: Program Shift

    Basic Program Shift In Program Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed combinations without changing the exposure. This is called program shift. You can e.g. reduce the extent of the sharply rendered subject parts by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed.

  • Page 30: Focusing

    Basic Focusing Aim the AF frame at the subject, and then press the shutter release button halfway. 30 30 When the subject is focused When the subject is not Focus focused Focus indication A Flashes AF frame B White>Green White>Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times...
  • Page 31 Basic About focus range ∫ The focus range is displayed when operating the zoom. ∞ 0.3m • The focus range is displayed in red when focusing was not successful after pressing the shutter release button halfway. The focus range may change gradually depending on the zoom position. e.g.: Focusing range during Program Mode When the subject is not focused as desired (such as when it is not in the center of the ∫...

  • Page 32: Snapshot Mode

    Basic Snapshot Mode Recording mode: The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. •...
  • Page 33 Basic Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. When taking pictures > [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] ¢ [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait] ¢...

  • Page 34: Using The Defocus Control Function

    Basic Backlight Compensation When there is a backlight, the subject appears darker and the camera will automatically attempt to correct it by increasing the brightness of the picture. In Snapshot Mode, backlight compensation works automatically. [ ] is displayed on the screen when backlighting is detected.

  • Page 35: Changing The Menu Settings

    Basic Changing the menu settings Following menu items can be set. Menu Item ¢ [Rec] [Picture Size] /[Color Mode]/[Motion Deblur]/[iHandheld Nite Shot]/ [iHDR]/[Face Recog.] [Motion Picture] [Rec Mode]/[Rec Quality] ¢ [Setup] [Clock Set]/[World Time]/[Beep] /[Language]/[O.I.S. Demo.] • Menu items other than those listed above are not displayed, but you can set them in other recording modes.

  • Page 36: Recording Using Snapshot Plus Mode

    Basic About the flash • Open the flash when it is to be used. (P72) • When [ ] is selected, [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject and brightness. •...
  • Page 37 Basic Adjusting brightness, color balance, and background blur Press the setting wheel to display the options. AUTO AUTO AUTO Press to select the item. Adjust the brightness. Adjust the background blur. Adjust the color balance. Press or rotate the setting wheel to adjust. •...

  • Page 38: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording Motion Pictures Applicable modes: This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time •...
  • Page 39 Basic About the recording format for recording motion pictures ∫ This camera can record motion pictures in either the AVCHD or MP4 formats. AVCHD: You can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing on a large format TV or for saving to disc.
  • Page 40 Basic Notes • The internal memory can only store [VGA] data as [MP4]. • The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly. • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures.

  • Page 41: Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter release button fully to record a still picture. Notes • You can record up to 20 pictures per motion picture recording. •...

  • Page 42: Playing Back Pictures

    Basic Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) Press [(]. To finish playback ∫ Press [ ( ] again, press the motion picture button or press the shutter release button halfway. Notes • This camera complies with the DCF standard “Design rule for Camera File system” established by JEITA “Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association”...

  • Page 43: Displaying Multiple Images

    Basic Displaying Multiple Images (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [W]. 1/26 1 image>12 images>30 images>Calendar screen display A Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures • Rotate the zoom lever towards [T] to return to the former display. •...

  • Page 44: Playing Back Motion Pictures

    Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures This camera was designed to play back motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Press 2/1 to select a recording with a motion picture icon (such as [ ]), and then press 3 to play back. A Motion picture icon B The motion picture recording time •...

  • Page 45: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture

    Basic Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. Press [MENU/SET]. • A confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed.

  • Page 46: Deleting Pictures

    Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • The picture being played back is deleted, regardless of whether it is recorded on the internal memory or the card. • Pictures that do not comply with the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. Press [(].

  • Page 47: Deleting Multiple Pictures (Up To 100) Or All The Pictures

    Basic Deleting multiple pictures (up to 100) or all the pictures Press [ Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or [Delete All] and then [MENU/SET]. • [Delete All] > A confirmation screen is displayed. The pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. •...

  • Page 48: Setting The Menu

    Basic Setting the Menu The camera features menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back as you like. There are also menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power.

  • Page 49: Setting Menu Items

    Basic Setting menu items • If you set [Menu Resume] (P64) in the [Setup] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [AF Mode] from [Ø] (1-area-focusing) to [š] (Face Detection) Press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 50 Basic Switching to other menus ∫ e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu Press 2. Press 4 or rotate the setting wheel to select the [Setup] menu icon [ Press 1 or the setting wheel. • Select a menu item next and set it. Note •...

  • Page 51: Using The Quick Menu

    Basic Using the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be set using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Press [Q.MENU] when recording.

  • Page 52: About The Setup Menu

    Basic About the Setup Menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. [Clock Set] — • Refer to for details. Set the time in your home area and travel destination. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take.
  • Page 53 Basic Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P155).
  • Page 54 Basic Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels. [Volume] • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Also, when connected, no sound is output from the camera speakers. Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered as custom settings.
  • Page 55 Basic Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the monitor/viewfinder is adjusted. [Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness. [Contrast · Saturation]: Adjusts the contrast or clarity of colors. [LCD Display]/ [Viewfinder] [Red Tint]: Adjusts the red tint. [Blue Tint]: Adjusts the blue tint. Select the settings by pressing 3/4, and adjust with 2/1.
  • Page 56 Basic This will set the display style of the monitor. Viewfinder style [LCD Disp.Style] style Monitor • Refer to for details. This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. Press 3/4/2/1 to determine the [Guide Line] position, then press [MENU/SET] to set.
  • Page 57 Basic This allows you to set to display the histogram or not. [ON]/[OFF] A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of [Histogram] pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis. It allows you to easily check a picture’s exposure.
  • Page 58 Basic This will switch between displaying the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. ([Remaining Shots]): [Remaining Disp.] This will display the number of recordable pictures for still pictures. ([Remaining Time]): This will display the available recording time for motion pictures. When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear flashing in black and white.
  • Page 59 Basic memorizes a zoom position and an MF (Manual Focus) The camera position when it is turned off. [Zoom Resume]: When you turn on, the zoom position when you last turned the camera off are automatically restored. the camera [Lens Resume] [ON]/[OFF] [MF Resume]: This function will memorize the manually focused position.
  • Page 60 Basic You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, it will turn off the monitor automatically when not in use to prevent discharge of the battery. [Sleep Mode]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected.
  • Page 61 Basic Sets the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed. [Auto Review] [2 SEC.] [1 SEC.] [OFF] • [Auto Review] is activated regardless of its setting in the following cases. –...
  • Page 62 Basic The [Rec] or [Setup] menu settings are reset to the initial settings. [Reset] • When the [Reset] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.
  • Page 63 Basic This sets how the camera connects to a television etc. (Menu item only available with model no. 18 190.) [Video Out]: Set to match the television color system in each country. [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC system. [PAL]: Video output is set to PAL system.
  • Page 64 Basic This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. ] ([On]): Rotates pictures on a TV and the LCD display so that they are [Rotate Disp.] displayed vertically. ] ([External Only]): Pictures are displayed vertically by rotating when played back on TV. [OFF] •...
  • Page 65 If the card has been formatted on a computer or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • It may take longer to format the internal memory than the card. • If you cannot format, contact your Leica dealer or a Leica agency. Set the language displayed on the screen. [Language] •...

  • Page 66: Recording

    Recording About the Monitor/the Viewfinder Press [DISP.] to change. • When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back motion pictures and during a Slide Show, you can only select E or G. •...
  • Page 67 Recording In Playback Mode ¢2 E Normal display F Display with recording G No display ¢1 information 100-0001 100-0001 1/13 1/13 2.8 30 ¢1 If the [Histogram] in [Setup] menu is set to [ON], the histogram will be displayed. ¢2 The name of the registered person in [Face Recog.] is displayed when [DISP.] is pressed. - 67 -...

  • Page 68: Using The Zoom

    Recording Using the Zoom Applicable modes: Using the Optical Zoom/the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/the Intelligent Zoom/the Digital Zoom You can determine how much of a subject is to be captured / how large a subject is to be rendered by selecting the appropriate focal length, i.e. by zooming. Extended Optical Zoom works except when the maximum resolution is set.
  • Page 69 Recording Controlling the zoom with the zoom/focus rocker ∫ Using the zoom/focus rocker to control the zoom when taking pictures with the viewfinder may facilitate holding the camera still and so reduce blurring due to camera shake. • When controlling the zoom with the zoom/focus rocker, set [Side Lever] in the [Setup] menu to [ZOOM].
  • Page 70 Recording Types of zooms ∫ Feature Optical Zoom Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) Maximum ¢1 46.9k magnification Picture quality No deterioration No deterioration [Picture Size] with (P129) Conditions None selected. ¢1 This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] setting.
  • Page 71 Recording Notes • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. • The lens barrel extends or retracts according to the zoom position. Take care not to interfere with the motion of the lens barrel while the zoom lever is rotated. •...

  • Page 72: Using The Built-In Flash

    Recording Using the Built-In Flash Applicable modes: To open/close the flash unit ∫ A To open the flash unit Push the flash release slider in the direction indicated by the arrow. B To close the flash unit Push the flash unit down until it clicks into place.

  • Page 73: Switching Flash Modes

    Recording Switching flash modes Set the flash mode to match the recording situation. • Open the flash. Select [Flash] in the [Rec] menu. (P49) Press 3/4 to select a mode and then [MENU/SET]. • Exit the menu after it is set. Settings Description of the modes ([Auto])
  • Page 74 Recording Available flash modes in Recording Mode ∫ The available flash modes depend on the recording mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ‰ Œ ¢ ¢ ± — — — ± ± ± ± ±...
  • Page 75 Recording The available flash range ∫ • The available flash range is an approximation. Wide Tele [AUTO] in ¢1 ¢1 30cm (1p) to 13.5m (44p) 1.0m (3p3q) to 13.5m (44p) [Sensitivity] ¢1 When the [ISO Limit Set] (P131) is set to [AUTO]. Shutter speed for each flash setting ∫...

  • Page 76: Exposure Compensation

    Recording Exposure Compensation Applicable modes: Use this function to adjust the exposure to the important part of the subject in case of large differences in brightness within the frame. Press the setting wheel to set Exposure Compensation to a selected state. A Exposure Compensation value Rotate the setting wheel to select the compensation value.

  • Page 77: Continuous Mode

    Recording Continuous Mode Applicable modes: With this mode, pictures are taken as long as the shutter release button is pressed. The frame rate/frequency can be selected to match the recording conditions or subjects. Press [˜]. Press 2/1 to select the frame rate and then [MENU/ SET].
  • Page 78 Recording Maximum Frame rate Features recordable (pictures/second) pictures • When [ ] or [ ] is set, the focus is fixed to that for the first picture. ¢1 • When [ ] or [ ] is set, the focus is adjusted for each picture.
  • Page 79 Recording Notes • When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, the resolution setting will become as shown below. Aspect ratio [4:3] [5M], [3M], [2M], [0.3M] [2.5M], [0.3M] [3M] [3:2] [4.5M], [2.5M], [0.3M] [3M], [0.3M] [2.5M] [16:9] [3.5M], [2M], [0.2M] [3.5M], [0.2M] [2M] [1:1]...

  • Page 80: Using The Self-Timer

    Recording Using the Self-Timer Applicable modes: Press 4 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings The picture is taken 10 seconds after the shutter release button [10sec.] is pressed. 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed, the [10s / 3pictures] camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 second intervals.
  • Page 81 Recording Notes • When you press the shutter release button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before recording. In dark places, the self-timer indicator will flash and then may switch to glowing continuously and brightly as an AF Assist Lamp to allow the camera to focus on the subject. •...

  • Page 82: Setting The Sensitivity

    Recording Setting the Sensitivity Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Higher values allow using faster shutter speeds and/or higher aperture values or unblurred hand-held shots. Press 3 [ Press 3/4 to select the ISO sensitivity and then Auto [MENU/SET] to set.
  • Page 83 Recording About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) ∫ The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO detects movement of the subject and then sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the blurred rendition of the subject.

  • Page 84: Setting The White Balance

    Recording Setting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item allows adjusting the rendition to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
  • Page 85 Recording Auto White Balance ∫ Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, they may take on a reddish or bluish tint. Furthermore, when several different types of light sources are being used or there is nothing within the subject with a color close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly.
  • Page 86 Recording Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue with the setting options described above. Select White Balance and then press 1. • Press 1 again if [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected.
  • Page 87 Recording White Balance Bracketing Bracket setting is performed based on the adjustment values for the White Balance fine adjustment, and 3 pictures with different color rendition are automatically recorded when the shutter release button is pressed once. Press [DISP.] in step of the “Finely adjusting the White Balance”...

  • Page 88: Using Auto Focus

    Recording Using Auto Focus Applicable modes: This mode allows selecting the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Set the focus selector switch to [AF]. Press 2 ( Press 3/4 to select the Auto Focus Mode and then [MENU/SET].
  • Page 89 Recording About [š] ([Face Detection]) ∫ The following AF frames are displayed when the camera detects the faces. Yellow: When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away as faces within the yellow AF frames are also focused.
  • Page 90 Recording Setting up [ ] ([AF Tracking]) ∫ Aim the AF tracking frame at the subject, and press [AF/AE LOCK] to lock it. A AF tracking frame • The AF tracking frame will be displayed in yellow when a subject is recognized, and exposure and focus will automatically be adjusted continuously following the subject’s movement (Dynamic tracking).
  • Page 91 Recording Changing position and size of the AF frame (Only when [Ø] is selected) ∫ If you perform any of the following operations, the screen will switch to the settings menu. • When [Ø] is selected, press [FOCUS]. • From the menu screen, select [Ø], and press Press 3/4/2/1 to move the AF frame.

  • Page 92: Close-Up Pictures

    Recording Close-up Pictures Applicable modes: This mode allows you to take close-up pictures, e.g. of flowers. You can take pictures of a from the lens with the shortest focal length setting subject as close as 1cm / (1k magnification; utmost W position). Set the focus selector switch to [AF#].

  • Page 93: Manual Focusing

    Recording Manual Focusing Applicable modes: Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is known and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. Set the focus selector switch to [MF]. •...
  • Page 94 Recording Focus setting with the zoom/focus rocker ∫ • Set the focus selector switch to [MF]. Set [Side Lever] in the [Setup] menu to [FOCUS]. (P54) Slide the zoom/focus rocker to display the focus range on the screen. Slide the zoom/focus rocker to focus on the subject. Zoom/focus rocker moved towards (T): Sets longer focal lengths Zoom/focus rocker moved towards (W): Sets shorter focal lengths REMOTE...
  • Page 95 Recording Performing manual focusing 1 Focus by rotating the setting wheel. 2 Press the cursor button in the same direction (nearer or farther) a few times. 3 Finely focus on the subject by pressing the cursor button for the opposite direction. Prefocusing ∫...

  • Page 96: Focus And Exposure Memory Lock (Af/Ae Lock)

    Recording Focus and Exposure Memory Lock (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: This function is useful when you want to take a picture of an off-center subject or when you want to base the exposure on a specific part of the subject in situations with significant brightness differences.
  • Page 97 Recording AF/AE Lock ∫ Which of the focus and exposure settings you wish to lock can be set in [AF/AE Lock] in the [Rec] menu. Item Description of settings Only the focus setting is locked. [AF] • [AFL] and focus indication are displayed when the subject comes into focus. Only the exposure setting is locked.

  • Page 98: Using The Function Button

    Recording Using the function button You can assign one of a number of functions. to the function buttons. Press the buttons to instantly access the assigned functions. AF/AE LOCK ¢ To use as the function button, set [AF/AE LOCK /Fn2] in the [Setup] menu to [Fn2]. (P54) Select [Fn Button Set] in the [Setup] menu.

  • Page 99: Aperture-Priority Mode

    Recording Aperture-Priority Mode Recording mode: 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 [ Rotate the setting wheel to set the aperture value.

  • Page 100: Shutter-Priority Mode

    Recording Shutter-Priority Mode Recording mode: When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set to a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trailing effect, set to a slower shutter speed. Set the mode dial to [ Rotate the setting wheel to set the shutter speed.

  • Page 101: Manual Exposure Mode

    Recording Manual Exposure Mode Recording mode: Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Set the mode dial to [ Rotate the setting wheel to set the aperture and the shutter speed. A Light balance B Shutter speed/aperture combination •...

  • Page 102: Using The Scene Modes

    Recording Using the Scene Modes Recording mode: When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Set the mode dial to [ Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode and then [MENU/SET].

  • Page 103: [Soft Skin]

    Recording [Soft Skin] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode enables the texture of their skin to appear even softer than with [Portrait]. (It is effective when taking pictures of people from the chest up.) Technique for Soft Skin Mode ∫...

  • Page 104: [Panorama Shot]

    Recording [Panorama Shot] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then [MENU/ SET]. After confirming the recording direction, press [MENU/SET]. •...
  • Page 105 Recording Notes • The zoom position is fixed to the shortest focal length. • The focus, white balance, and exposure settings are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As a result, if the distance to the different subjects and/or the brightness changes substantially during recording, the entire panorama picture may not be rendered with suitable focus or brightness.

  • Page 106: [Sports]

    Recording [Sports] This mode facilitates taking pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. Notes • The shutter speed may slow down to 1 second. • This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of approx. 5m / 16p4q or more. [Panning] When following a subject moving in one direction such as a runner or a car by turning the camera, the background becomes a blur and the subject stays focused.

  • Page 107: [Night Portrait]

    Recording [Night Portrait] This mode allows you to take pictures of a person in which the background is rendered with near real-life brightness. Technique for Night Portrait Mode ∫ • Use the flash. (You can set to [ • Ask the subject not to move while taking the picture. Notes •...

  • Page 108: [Handheld Night Shot]

    Recording [Handheld Night Shot] With this mode, a high-frame rate series of pictures is automatically taken and combined to make a single picture. This reduces the effects of camera shake and noise from the picture even with hand-held shooting. Notes •...

  • Page 109: [Baby1]/[Baby2]

    Recording [Baby1]/[Baby2] In the pictures taken with this mode, babies have a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [Baby1] and [Baby2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [Text Stamp] (P155).

  • Page 110: [Pet]

    Recording [Pet] Select this mode when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set your pet’s birthday and name. For information about [Age] or [Name], refer to [Baby1]/[Baby2] on P109. [Sunset] Select this mode when you want to take pictures of a sunset view.

  • Page 111: [3D Photo Mode]

    Recording [3D Photo Mode] With this mode, pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. (This camera will play back in 2D) Refer to P171 for details about the playback method.

  • Page 112: Using The Different Image Effects

    Recording Using the different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording mode: This mode allows you to utilize different image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and check the resulting image on the screen. Set the mode dial to [ Press 3/4 to select image effects (filters) and then [MENU/SET].

  • Page 113: [Expressive]

    Recording ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set Understated Freshness colors colors [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. Items that can be set Yellow is Red is Color...

  • Page 114: [Sepia]

    Recording [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. Items that can be set Contrast High [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture. Items that can be set Contrast High [Impressive Art] This effect gives your photo a dramatic contrast look.

  • Page 115: [Cross Process]

    Recording [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Green tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/ Color Red tone • Select the color to enhance, and press [MENU/ SET]. AUTO AUTO AUTO [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera.
  • Page 116 Recording Setting the type of defocus ∫ With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by determining the defocused and in-focus areas. You can set the (defocus) orientation and the position and size of the in-focus area. Press [Fn3] to display the setting screen. •...

  • Page 117: [Soft Focus]

    Recording [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft impression. Items that can be set Defocus effect Weak Strong Note • The display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual. [Star Filter] This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect. Items that can be set Length of the rays Short...

  • Page 118: Recording Motion Pictures With Manual Settings

    Recording Recording Motion Pictures with Manual Settings (Creative Video Mode) Recording mode: It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed when recording motion pictures. Switching the [Creative Video] setting allows you to use settings such as those when the mode dial is switched to [ ], [ ], [...

  • Page 119: Recording High Speed Motion Pictures

    Recording Notes • The settings of the aperture value, shutter speed and exposure compensation can be changed during motion picture recording. In this case, care must be taken because the sounds of such operations may be recorded. • Manually setting a higher shutter speed may increase the noise on-screen due to the higher sensitivity. •...

  • Page 120: Using Custom Mode

    Recording Using Custom Mode Recording modes: You can register the current camera settings as custom settings. If you then record in Custom Mode, you can use the registered settings. • The initial setting of the Program Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Example of registering the settings of the recording mode [ ] and menus etc.

  • Page 121: Registering Personal Menu Settings

    Recording Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) If you want to repeatedly take pictures with the same settings, you can register up to four items of the current camera settings to [Cust.Set Mem.]. Set the mode dial to select the mode you wish to save, and then set the menu on the camera.

  • Page 122: Using The Face Recognition Function

    Recording Using the Face Recognition Function Applicable modes: Face Recognition is a function which finds a registered face and automatically bases focus and exposure on it. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take an in-focus picture of that person.

  • Page 123: Face Settings

    Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for faces of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/ registration) Point of recording when registering the face images ∫...
  • Page 124 Recording Select the item to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item Description of settings Allows registering names. Press 4 to select [SET] and then [MENU/SET]. Enter the name. [Name] •...
  • Page 125 Recording Changing or deleting the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. Select [Face Recog.] in the [Rec] menu, and then press 1. (P49) Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and [MENU/SET].

  • Page 126: Entering Text

    Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. –...

  • Page 127: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Recording Using the [Rec] menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P49. [Photo Style] Applicable modes: 6 effects can be selected for the image you wish to record. It is possible to adjust the items such as color or picture quality of the effect to your desire. Settings Description of settings [Standard]...

  • Page 128: [Aspect Ratio]

    Recording Adjusting the picture quality ∫ Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. Press 3/4 to select the items, and then 2/1 to adjust. Item Effect Increases the difference between the bright and dark parts in the picture. [Contrast] Decreases the difference between the bright and dark parts in the picture.

  • Page 129: Resolution [Picture Size]

    Recording Resolution [Picture Size] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting the number of pixels, i.e. the resolution. The higher the resolution, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. [Aspect Ratio]: [X] [Aspect Ratio]: [Y] [12M] 4000k3000...

  • Page 130: [Quality]

    Recording [Quality] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Settings Description of settings A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. [›] A standard image quality JPEG image. JPEG This is useful for increasing the number of shots without changing the resolution.

  • Page 131: [Iso Limit Set]

    Recording [ISO Limit Set] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting a highest ISO value limit for the automatic ISO setting modes. Settings: [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200] Notes • This mode is available when [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] or [ • Setting items below will be selectable in Creative Video Mode. Settings: [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200]/[6400] [ISO Increments] Applicable modes:...

  • Page 132: [Af Style]

    Recording [AF Style] Applicable modes: Select how the focus is adjusted when taking a still picture. The movement of the Settings subject and the scene Description of settings (recommended) “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. Subject is still Focus is set automatically and locked when the shutter (Scenery, anniversary release button is pressed halfway.

  • Page 133: [Quick Af]

    Recording [Quick AF] Applicable modes: As long as the camera is held steady, it will automatically and continuously adjust the focus setting. Focusing will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Notes •...

  • Page 134: [I.dynamic] (Intelligent Dynamic Range Control)

    Recording [i.Dynamic] (Intelligent dynamic range control) Applicable modes: With this mode, contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness within the subject. Settings: [HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] Notes • Even when [Sensitivity] is set to [100], [Sensitivity] may be set higher than [100] if the picture is taken with [i.Dynamic] set to valid.

  • Page 135: [I.resolution]

    Recording [i.Resolution] Applicable modes: With this mode, pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent Resolution Technology. Settings Description of settings [i.ZOOM] [i.Resolution] is activated, and zoom magnification increased to 2 times while limiting deterioration of the picture. [ON] [i.Resolution] is activated.

  • Page 136: [Stabilizer]

    Recording [Stabilizer] Applicable modes: Using this mode, camera shake during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates for it, enabling less blurred, or even blur-free images to be taken. When recording motion pictures, “Active Mode” (stabilizer for motion pictures) will automatically function.

  • Page 137: [Af Assist Lamp]

    Recording [AF Assist Lamp] Applicable modes: The AF Assist Lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter release button is pressed half-way making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions. (A larger AF frame is displayed depending on the recording conditions.) Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Notes •...

  • Page 138: [Flash Adjust.]

    Recording [Flash Adjust.] Applicable modes: This mode allows adjusting the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark. Notes • You can adjust from [ 2 EV] to [ 2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV]. •...

  • Page 139: [Auto Bracket]

    Recording [Auto Bracket] Applicable modes: In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded with the selected exposure steps each time the shutter release button is pressed. With Auto Bracketing d1EV 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0EV j1EV i1EV Press 2/1 to select the exposure interval and then -3 -2 0 +1 +2 +3 ±1/3 EV...

  • Page 140: [Date Stamp]

    Recording [Date Stamp] Applicable modes: This mode allows taking a picture with date and time of recording. Settings Description of settings Stamps the year, month, and day. [W/O TIME] Stamps the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. [WITH TIME] [OFF] —...

  • Page 141: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu

    Recording Using the [Motion Picture] menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P49. In Creative Video Mode, the settable [Rec] menu will be displayed in the [Motion Picture] menu. • The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following cases. –...

  • Page 142: [Rec Quality]

    Recording [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting up the picture quality of motion pictures. When [AVCHD] is selected Settings Resolution/Bit rate Aspect ratio ¢1 ¢2 [PSH] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 28 Mbps (60p ¢1 ¢2 (60i [FSH] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 16:9 ¢1 ¢2...

  • Page 143: [High Speed Video]

    Recording [High Speed Video] Applicable modes: This mode allows setting the picture quality for [High Speed Video] recording in the Creative Video Mode. • This menu is displayed only when [High Speed Video] is set. Settings Description of settings [200fps VGA] ¢1 ¢1 ¢2...

  • Page 144: [Wind Cut]

    Recording [Wind Cut] Applicable modes: This mode prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically. Settings: [AUTO]/[OFF] Notes • The sound quality may be different than usual when [Wind Cut] is set. • It is fixed to [OFF] in the following cases. –...

  • Page 145: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures [Auto Retouch] This mode allows balancing brightness and color of the pictures taken. • With [Auto Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there is free space on the internal memory or the card. [Auto Retouch] cannot be used if the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK].

  • Page 146: [Creative Retouch]

    Playback/Editing [Creative Retouch] This mode allows adding your desired effects to the pictures that you have taken. • With [Creative Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there is free space on the internal memory or the card. [Creative Retouch] cannot be used if the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK].

  • Page 147: Playing Back Picture Series

    Playback/Editing Playing Back Picture Series About the picture series group ∫ Pictures taken with the frame rate set to [ ] or [ ] are recorded as a single picture series group. The picture series icon [ ˜ ] will be displayed for the picture series group. •...

  • Page 148: Editing Picture Series

    Playback/Editing Editing Picture Series • The following editing menu can be used. ¢ ¢ – [Title Edit]/[Text Stamp]/[Resize]/[Cropping] /[Leveling] /[Favorite]/[Print Set]/[Protect]/[Copy] ¢ Cannot be used for the entire picture series group. Editing in picture series groups units (All pictures in the picture series group) Press [MENU/SET] during playback to display the [Playback] menu.

  • Page 149: Various Playback Methods

    Playback/Editing Various playback methods This mode allows you to play back the recorded pictures in various methods. Press [MENU/SET] during playback. Press 1. Press 3/4 to select the item and then [MENU/SET]. • The following can be selected. ¢ [2D/3D Settings] [Filtering Play] (P152) [Normal Play]...
  • Page 150 Playback/Editing Operations performed during slide show ∫ The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. Play/Pause Stop ¢ Back to previous picture ¢ Ahead to next picture Reduce volume level Increase volume level ¢ Operable only in the following cases. –...
  • Page 151 Playback/Editing [Setup] [Duration] or [Repeat] can be set. Settings Description of settings [Duration] [1 SEC.]/[2 SEC.]/[3 SEC.]/[5 SEC.] [Repeat] [ON]/[OFF] [AUTO]: Music is played when the still pictures are played back, and audio is played when the motion pictures are played back.

  • Page 152: [Filtering Play]

    Playback/Editing [Filtering Play] This mode allows you to determine which kinds of recordings are to be played back, i.e. only still pictures, only motion pictures, or only 3D pictures etc., and played back. Settings Description of settings [Picture Only] Only still pictures are played back. [Video Only] Only motion pictures are played back.

  • Page 153: [Calendar]

    Playback/Editing [Calendar] This mode allows you to display pictures by recording date. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back. MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 8 8 8 • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not 21 22 27 28 displayed.

  • Page 154: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] menu You can use various functions in Playback Mode to resize pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [Text Stamp], [Resize], [Cropping] or [Leveling], a new, edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the internal memory or the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture.

  • Page 155: [Text Stamp]

    Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, Travel Date or title onto the recorded pictures. Select [Text Stamp] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then [MENU/SET]. [Single] [Multi] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
  • Page 156 Playback/Editing Press [MENU/SET]. • A confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Notes • When you print pictures stamped with text, the date will be printed over the stamped text if you specify printing of the date at the photo shop or on the printer.

  • Page 157: [Video Divide]

    Playback/Editing [Video Divide] Recorded motion pictures can be split. It is recommended, e.g. for when you want to separate a part you need from one part you do not need. A motion picture cannot be restored once it has been split. Select [Video Divide] in the [Playback] menu.

  • Page 158: [Resize]

    Playback/Editing [Resize] This mode allows easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., the resolution (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [Resize] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and the resolution. [Single] setting Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then [MENU/SET].

  • Page 159: [Cropping]

    Playback/Editing [Cropping] This mode allows you to enlarge and then crop the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then [MENU/SET]. Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped.

  • Page 160: [Leveling]

    Playback/Editing [Leveling] This mode allows minute tilting of the image can be adjusted. Select [Leveling] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to adjust the tilting, and [MENU/SET]. 1: clockwise 2: counter-clockwise 1.6°...

  • Page 161: [Favorite]

    Playback/Editing [Favorite] This mode allows you to do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. – Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite] in [Filtering Play]) – Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. –...

  • Page 162: [Print Set]

    Playback/Editing [Print Set] DPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store.
  • Page 163 Playback/Editing Canceling all the [Print Set] settings ∫ Select [Print Set] in the [Playback] menu. Press 3/4 to select [Cancel] and then [MENU/SET]. • A confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. To print the date ∫...

  • Page 164: [Protect]

    Playback/Editing [Protect] This mode allows you to set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [Protect] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then [MENU/SET]. [Single] [Multi] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.

  • Page 165: [Face Rec Edit]

    Playback/Editing [Face Rec Edit] This mode allows you to delete or change the information relating to Face Recognition for the selected picture. Select [Face Rec Edit] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then [MENU/SET].

  • Page 166: [Copy]

    Playback/Editing [Copy] This mode allows you to copy the data of the pictures you have taken from the internal memory to a card or from a card to the internal memory. Select [Copy] in the [Playback] menu. (P49) Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then [MENU/SET]. : All the picture data in the internal memory is copied onto the card at one time.

  • Page 167: Connecting To Other Equipment

    To connect with an HDMI mini cable • Always use the genuine Leica HDMI mini cable (available as accessory, see P7). • Audio will be played back as stereo (2ch).
  • Page 168 Connecting to other equipment To connect with the supplied AV cable (P7) • Always use the supplied Leica AV cable. (P7) • Check the [TV Aspect]. (P63) • Audio will be played back in monaural. D AV cable F Yellow: to the video input socket E White: to the audio input socket G Align the marks, and insert.

  • Page 169: Using Hdtv Link

    Connecting to other equipment Using HDTV Link What is HDTV Link (HDMI)? • This function allows you to use the remote control unit of compatible TVs for easy operations when the camera has been connected to such a device using the HDMI mini cable (available as accessory, see P7) for automatic linked operations.
  • Page 170 HDTV Link. Refer to the instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV. • Always use the genuine Leica HDMI mini cable (available as accessory, see P7). - 170 -...

  • Page 171: Playing Back 3D Pictures

    Connecting to other equipment Playing back 3D pictures Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in 3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact. It is also possible to play back the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an SD card slot.
  • Page 172 Connecting to other equipment Notes • When the picture is not appropriate to view in 3D (disparity is too large, etc.) – [Slide Show]: The picture will be played back in 2D. – [Filtering Play]: A confirmation screen is displayed. Select whether or not to play back the picture in 3D. •...

  • Page 173: Saving Still And Motion Pictures On Your Computer

    Connecting to other equipment Saving still and motion pictures on your computer You can copy recorded pictures to a computer by connecting it to the camera. • Some computers can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the computer instructions of your •...
  • Page 174 Connecting to other equipment Preparations: Install the available software to the computer. • Follow the instructions of the installer of the software. The available software can be used to save all the still and motion pictures recorded by the camera in their various formats to your computer.
  • Page 175 Directory structure of internal memory/card of the camera For Windows: A drive ([Removable Disk]) is displayed in [Computer] For Mac: A drive ([LEICA], [NO_NAME] or [Untitled]) is displayed on the desktop • Internal Memory • Card DCIM: Images...
  • Page 176 Connecting to other equipment Disconnecting the USB cable safely ∫ Select the [ ] icon in the tray displayed on the computer, and then click [Eject V-LUX • Depending on your computer’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. • If the icon is not displayed, check that [Access] is not displayed on the monitor of the camera before removing the hardware.

  • Page 177: Saving Still And Motion Pictures On A Recorder

    Connecting to other equipment Saving still and motion pictures on a Recorder Dubbing with non-compatible equipment ∫ You can dub the content played back using the camera to non-compatible equipment such as recorders and video players by connecting the camera to the non-compatible equipment using the supplied AV cable.

  • Page 178: Printing The Pictures

    Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera’s monitor. • Picture series will be displayed as a list, and not as a group. •...

  • Page 179: Selecting A Single Picture And Printing It

    Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it PictBridge Press 2/1 to select the picture and then [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [Print start] and then [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P180 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures.

  • Page 180: Print Settings

    Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step of the “Selecting multiple pictures and printing them” procedures. • When you want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer.
  • Page 181 Connecting to other equipment [Paper Size] Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5qk5q] 89mmk127mm [2L/5qk7q] 127mmk178mm [POSTCARD] 100mmk148mm [16:9] 101.6mmk180.6mm [A4] 210mmk297mm [A3] 297mmk420mm [10k15cm] 100mmk150mm [4qk6q] 101.6mmk152.4mm [8qk10q] 203.2mmk254mm [LETTER] 216mmk279.4mm [CARD SIZE] 54mmk85.6mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.
  • Page 182 Connecting to other equipment [Page Layout] (Layouts for printing that can be set with the camera) Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. 1 picture with no frame on 1 page á 1 picture with a frame on 1 page â...

  • Page 183: Screen Displays

    Others Screen Displays In recording ∫ Custom Settings (P121) Photo Style (P127) Color Mode (P35) : Creative control adjustment display (P112) Zoom Microphone (P144) 3s 3s 3s 3s Flash Mode (P72) Flash Exposure Compensation (P138) Recording mode (for recording motion pictures) (P141) 30 30 -3 -3 -3...
  • Page 184 Others 28 AE lock (P96) 29 Current date and time/“: World Time (P52) Number of days that have passed since the departure date (P53) Location (P53) Name (P109) (P109) Shutter speed/aperture combination (P58) 30 Date Stamp (P140) ¢ 31 Elapsed Recording Time (P38): 8m30s 32 Internal memory (P20)
  • Page 185 Others In playback ∫ Playback Mode (P149) Protected Picture (P164) 2 3 4 Favorites (P161) Date/Text stamped display (P140, 155) 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 Photo Style (P127) 1/13 1/13 1/13 Color Mode (P35) After Auto Retouch (P145) After Creative Retouch (P146) Resolution (P129) Quality...

  • Page 186: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera 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 in the camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic fields.
  • Page 187 Others About the monitor/Viewfinder • Do not press the monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on it and it may malfunction. • If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the monitor/Viewfinder will be slightly darker than usual at first.
  • Page 188 Others Charger • The [CHARGE] indicator may blink under the influence of static electricity or electromagnetic fields. This phenomenon has no effects on charging. • If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed. •...
  • Page 189 Please note in advance that Leica Camera AG is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.

  • Page 190: Message Displays

    Others Message Displays Confirmation or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [This picture is protected] > Delete the picture after canceling the protect setting. (P164) [This picture cannot be deleted]/[Some pictures cannot be deleted] •...
  • Page 191 This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. > Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest Leica Customer Care center (P203).
  • Page 192 3D. [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Leica battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Leica battery is used, contact the dealer or your nearest Leica Customer Care center (P203). •...

  • Page 193: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P193 to 202). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P62) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
  • Page 194 Others Multiple pictures are taken at one time. > Cancel the settings of White Balance Bracketing (P87). > Set Auto Bracketing (P139) or the Continuous Mode (P77) to [OFF]. • Is the Self-Timer (P80) set to [10s / 3pictures]? The subject is not focused properly. •...
  • Page 195 Others The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene. • When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 196 Others Monitor/Viewfinder The monitor/viewfinder becomes darker or brighter for a moment. • This phenomenon appears when you press the shutter release button halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the recorded pictures. • This phenomenon also appears when the brightness changes when the camera is zoomed or when the camera is moved.
  • Page 197 Others Flash The flash is not fired. • Is the flash closed? > Open the flash. (P72) • The flash cannot be used in the following cases: – When using Auto Bracketing (P139) – When recording in [Burst] (except for [ (P77) –...
  • Page 198 Others The folder number and the file number are displayed as [—] and the monitor turns black. • Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a computer or a picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? •...
  • Page 199 Others Motion pictures recorded with this camera cannot be played back on other equipment. • Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MP4] may be played back with poor picture or sound quality or playback may not be possible even when played back with equipment compatible with these formats.
  • Page 200 Others Cannot communicate with the computer. • Is the camera connected to the computer correctly? • Is the camera recognized by the computer correctly? > Set to [PC] in [USB Mode]. (P62, 174) > Turn the camera off and on. The card is not recognized by the computer.
  • Page 201 Others Others When shaking the camera, there is a rattling sound. In the following cases, there is no problem with the camera, so do not worry. • There is a rattling sound when the camera is shaken while the camera is turned off or during Playback Mode.
  • Page 202 Others The lens clicks. • When the brightness changes due to zoom or camera movement etc., the lens may click and the picture on the screen may visibly change. However, the picture is not affected. The sound is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not a malfunction. The clock is reset.

  • Page 203: Leica Service Addresses

    Leica information service Should you have any technical questions regarding the use of Leica products or the software included in some cases, Leica information service will be happy to answer in writing or by phone, fax, or e-mail. They are also your contact if you need advice concerning an acquisition or if you would like us to send you instructions.
  • Page 204 • iMovie, Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH. • Elmarit is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. •...
  • Page 205 Install the software to your computer Register your camera on the Leica Camera AG homepage a. Open an account at http://owners.leica-camera.com. As a result, you will receive access to the “Owners area”. b. Register your camera at “My products” by entering its serial number. Do so by following the respective instructions.
  • Page 206 Leica Camera AG / Oskar-Barnack-Straße 11 / D-35606 SOLMS / DEUTSCHLAND Telefon +49 (0) 6442-208-0 / Telefax +49 (0) 6442-208-333 www.leica-camera.com...

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