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  • Page 1 Leica SL Instructions SL_EN.indd 149 16.09.2015 15:04:12...
  • Page 5 DESIGNATION OF PARTS Top view Carrying strap clip Front view Microphones Stop down/ button Fixed ring Self timer LED / Sensor for white balance Zoom ring with Bayonet for lens mounting with Index mark Contact strip Distance setting ring Locking pin/Index point Bayonet for lens hood Unlocking button Filter thread...
  • Page 6 View from right (illustration without door) Memory card slots View from left (illustration without cover) Threaded flash sync socket Remote control / Headphone / external microphone socket HDMI socket USB socket Bottom views Battery Battery release lever Cover over handgrip contacts Hole for multi-function hand gripguide pin Tripod plate with ⁄...

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery

    FOREWORD SCOPE OF DELIVERY Dear customer, Before using your Leica SL for the first time, please check that the Leica would like to thank you for purchasing the Leica SL and supplied parts are complete. congratulate you on your choice. With this unique digital 35mm a.
  • Page 8 Non-compliance can lead to damage to the camera, If you register as an owner on the Leica Camera home page, you accessories, or recordings will receive a newsletter informing you when a new firmware update is available.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS BASIC CAMERA SETTINGS MENU LANGUAGE ................186 FOREWORD ..................150 DATE AND TIME ................186 ENERGY-SAVING SETTINGS ............. 188 SCOPE OF DELIVERY ................150 MONITOR/VIEWFINDER SETTINGS..........188 WARNING MESSAGES ................ 158 ACOUSTIC SIGNALS................ 189 BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAYS ............189 LEGAL NOTICES ..................

  • Page 10: Sl_En.indd

    PHOTO RECORDING MODE EXPOSURE METERING AND CONTROL ..........216 THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON............. 204 Exposure metering methods ............216 Locking the shutter release and video recording buttons ....205 Multi-field metering ..............216 Serial exposures ................206 Center-weighted metering ............216 FOCUSING ..................
  • Page 11 VIDEO RECORDING REVIEW MODE FILE FORMAT .................. 230 AUTOMATIC REVIEW OF THE LAST RCORDING ........ 242 RESOLUTION .................. 230 REVIEW FOR UNLIMITED TIME ............242 ISO SENSITIVITY ................230 SELECTING/SCROLLING THROUGH RECORDINGS ......243 DISTANCE SETTING ................. 230 ENLARGING PHOTOS ..............244 EXPOSURE METERING METHODS ...........
  • Page 12 REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CAMERA ..........266 MENULIST ..................292 USING RAW DATA (DNG) ..............270 TECHNICAL DATA................294 INSTALLING THE IMAGE PROCESSING SOFTWARE....... 270 LEICA SERVICE ADDRESSES .............. 296 INSTALLING FIRMWARE UPDATES ..........271 ACCESSORIES ..................272 REPLACEMENTS ................. 273 SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS ..........
  • Page 13 FCC Note: To find specific approvals for this product (see also p. 271): 1. In the menu's section, select , and This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for SETUP Camera Information 2. in the submenu, a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 14 Trade Name: LEICA interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Model No.: LEICA SL (Typ 601) Responsible party/ Leica Camera Inc. This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth support contact: 1 Pearl Count, Unit A...

  • Page 15: Sl_En.indd

    CE NOTE WARNING NOTES The CE identification of our products documents compliance • Modern electronic components react sensitively to electrostatic to the fundamental requirements of the valid EU guidelines. discharge. As people can easily pick up charges of tens of thousands of volts, by walking on synthetic carpets for example, a discharge can occur when you touch your camera, particularly if it is placed on a conductive surface.

  • Page 16: Legal Notices

    LEGAL NOTICES • Windows is either a registered trademark or a trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other • Please ensure that you observe copyright laws. The recording countries. and publication of pre-recorded media such as tapes, CDs, or •...

  • Page 17: Quick Guide

    The settings recommended here allow you to take good photographs easily, quickly and reliably when you first start to try out the Leica SL. For details of the various modes/functions, refer to the corresponding sections on the specified pages. SL_EN.indd 162...
  • Page 18 Taking photographs Viewing photographs: 1. Press the shutter button to the first pressure point to activate Press the upper right button next to the monitor. distance setting and exposure metering and to save the values. Depending on the camera's previous status, you may have to press 2.

  • Page 19: Detailed Instructions

    DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ATTACHING THE CARRYING STRAP PREPARATIONS SL_EN.indd 164 16.09.2015 15:04:16...

  • Page 20: Charging The Battery

    Leica Camera AG, moisture for long periods. Likewise, it may not be placed in a may be used. The use of other chargers not approved by Leica microwave oven or a high pressure container to prevent a risk of Camera AG can cause damage to the batteries and, in extreme fire or explosion.
  • Page 21 Ensure that the above temperature conditions are met and then restart the charging process. If the problem persists, please contact your dealer, the Leica office in your country or Leica Camera AG. SL_EN.indd 166 16.09.2015 15:04:16...
  • Page 22 • Lithium ion batteries should only be stored in a partially charged • The replaceable battery provides power to a back-up battery condition, i.e. not completely discharged or fully charged (see inside the camera. This back-up battery retains the set date and p. 169).
  • Page 23 PREPARING THE CHARGER INSERTING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER SL_EN.indd 168 16.09.2015 15:04:17...
  • Page 24 CHARGE STATUS DISPLAYS The charging process is indicated by LEDs. CHARGE LED (green): Flashing indicates charging in progress. 80% LED (orange): Lighting up indicates this charge level achieved. Both LEDs light up: Charging has been completed. Notes: • The charger automatically switches to the prevailing mains voltage.

  • Page 25: Changing The Battery

    CHANGING THE BATTERY Remove the battery. Turn off the camera. Note: When the lever is turned, a spring in the battery compartment Insert the battery. pushes the battery out so it can be grasped. The locking mechanism has a catch to prevent the battery from accidentally falling further out, even if the camera is held upright.

  • Page 26: Changing The Memory Card(S)

    CHANGING THE MEMORY CARD(S) SD, SDHC or SDXC memory cards can be used in the Leica SL. Turn off the camera. Remove a memory card. Insert a memory card. Notes: The card slots are numbered: Top = , Bottom = .

  • Page 27: Attaching / Detaching A Lens

    Usable lenses beveled side of the card; in the lower position, marked LOCK, Next to Leica SL lenses, you can also use Leica M and Leica R the data is protected. lenses with the help of adapters (see p. 272). Leica T lenses •...

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Viewfinder Eyepiece

    Detaching ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER EYEPIECE The viewfi nder can by adjusted from -3 to +1 diopters, so that it is exactly set to match your eye. While looking at the viewfi nder image, turn the Diopter setting scale until both the image and all the displays are sharp.

  • Page 29: Top Dial

    SWITCHING THE CAMERA ON/OFF TOP DIAL The Leica SL is turned on and off using the main switch. In recording mode, the top dial is used mainly to adjust the – = Turned off exposure by changing the shutter speed (see p. 218).

  • Page 30: Click Wheel

    CLICK WHEEL In recording mode, the rear wheel is used to - to select the exposure control mode (see p. 217), and - to adjust the exposure by changing the aperture (see p. 221). In review mode, it is used for diff erent functions (see p. 243 - 248) During menu control, it is used to navigate within menus and submenus, as well as to set and to confi...

  • Page 31: Menu Control

    Notes: • These three buttons are so-called "soft keys". Outside the Most of the modes and settings on the Leica SL are operated using normal menu control, e.g. when reviewing pictures in the menus. Navigating and making settings throughout the menus is monitor, they have different functions, indicated by...
  • Page 32 Menu settings Exiting the menu All settings for the menu items can either be made using the click You can exit the menu in various ways: wheel or the joystick. – To activate photo recording mode: Tap the shutter release button (see p. 204) –...
  • Page 33 Main menu function sections Menu screen The menu list is divided into 3 sections: CAMERA FAVORITES AF Mode Static – Exposure Compensation Interval White Balance Photo File Format Video Settings CAMERA FAVORITES Format Drive Mode Focus Mode IMAGE SETUP AF Mode Static AF Field Size Field...
  • Page 34 Selecting menu items 2. To select the individual menu items 1. Select the first page of a menu section by briefly (≤1s) – either turn the click wheel right (= down) or left (= up), pressing the respectively marked button: Three times if the –...
  • Page 35 Setting menu items with submenu 5. Press the click wheel or the joystick inwards to confi rm the set (with triangle mark on the right) option / value. 3. Press the click wheel or the joystick inwards or to the right. •...
  • Page 36 Setting menu items without submenu Notes: (without triangle mark on the right) • The screen disappears again after 4s, i.e. settings must be made 3. Press the click wheel or the joystick inwards or to the right. within this period of time. Briefl y pressing the button labeled •...

  • Page 37: Direct Access To Menu Items

    Setting the function / assigning the buttons DIRECT ACCESS TO MENU ITEMS 1. In the menu's section, select For quick operation, you can use the four buttons next to the SETUP Customize Control monitor, the button, and the button to directly access six menu items.
  • Page 38 3. In , select if you want to change a 5. In the corresponding submenu, select the function you want to Customize Buttons button’s assigned function, or if you wish to switch off the call up directly or execute using the button selected in step 4, direct access function for all six buttons at once.

  • Page 39: The Favorites Menu

    THE FAVORITES MENU Calling up the FAVORITES menu Next to direct access to individual menu items with the six When the main menu has been called up: previously described soft keys, this menu represents a second way Press the button. to access frequently used menu items quicker than possible by scrolling through the main menu.
  • Page 40 Deleting /adding menu items Navigating in the menu FAVORITES 1. In the menu, select , and SETUP Customize Control This is the same as described for the main menu. 2. in the submenu Edit Favorites • Another submenu appears containing all available menu items, including those already in the menu.

  • Page 41: Menu Language

    BASIC CAMERA SETTINGS DATE AND TIME Note: MENU LANGUAGE With the default setting , the time, the time zone, Auto GPS Time The default setting for the language used in the menu system is and the date are all set automatically. English.
  • Page 42 Setting Time Time Zone 1. In the submenu, select , and Setting time and time format Date & Time Time Zone 2. in the submenu, the desired zone according to the listed cities These settings are made in the submenu the same Time Setting and/or time shifts by turning the click wheel or pressing the way as previously described for...

  • Page 43: Energy-Saving Settings

    ENERGY-SAVING SETTINGS MONITOR/VIEWFINDER SETTINGS In order to increase battery life, you can have the monitor and/or Switching between monitor and viewfinder camera switched off automatically after a specified period of time. The displays are the same, regardless of whether they appear on Setting the function the monitor or in the viewfinder.

  • Page 44: Acoustic Signals

    ACOUSTIC SIGNALS BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAYS With the Leica SL, you can decide whether you want your settings You can select whether or not icons indicating the functions of the and some other functions to be acknowledged by an acoustic four buttons next to the monitor are displayed during recording and signal –...

  • Page 45: Display Options

    Display options Histogram and Clipping/Zebra In addition to the default information set displayed in bars at the The histogram depicts the brightness distribution in the picture. upper and lower edge of the screen, you have a choice of a number The horizontal axis shows the tone values from black (left) through of options to customize the display set during recording and review gray to white (right).

  • Page 46: Joystick

    Notes: Thus, the clipping and zebra displays facilitate easy recognition of affected parts of the image and precise adjustment of the exposure • The histogram is always based on the displayed brightness, i.e. setting. depending on other settings, it may not represent the final exposure.

  • Page 47: Grid

    2. switch the function Horizon Integrated sensors make it possible for the Leica SL to show its orientation. This indicator enables you to align the camera precisely in the longitudinal and transverse axes to capture critical subjects, e.g.

  • Page 48: Memory Card Management

    Notes: • When using applications like Leica Image Shuttle or Adobe ® When both of the Leica SL's memory card slots are occupied, you Lightroom and taking photos while the camera is connected to ® can select whether the photo image data is stored on both cards a computer using a USB cable, the recordings are saved on simultaneously or sequentially, i.e.

  • Page 49: Switching The Sensor Format

    SWITCHING THE SENSOR FORMAT format. The Leica SL is a standard 35mm format camera, i.e. its sensor size is approx. 24 x 36mm. You can limit the sensor area used to Setting the function the APS-C format though, i.e.

  • Page 50: File Format

    FILE FORMAT JPEG SETTINGS Two file formats are available for recording the picture data: Note: You can select, whether your picture data The functions and settings described in the next three sections a. is to be saved in only one of these formats, or refer exclusively to pictures in the JPEG format.

  • Page 51: Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness

    One of the many advantages of digital photography is that it is very easy to change critical properties of a picture, i.e. those that Setting the function determine its character. With the Leica SL, you can influence three 1. In the menu's section, select...

  • Page 52: Working Color Space

    RGB has become ® established as the standard in the relevant sectors. ECI is used in many cases for professional prepress work. The Leica SL allows you to select between these three color spaces. Setting the function 1. In the menu's...
  • Page 53 WHITE BALANCE Notes: • If non-compatible fl ash units are used, the setting should be In digital photography, white balance ensures neutral, i.e. natural, used. reproduction of color in any light. It is based on the camera being • This function can be assigned to one of the soft keys for direct preset to reproduce a particular color as white.
  • Page 54 Setting the function - using direct access with gesture control Press and hold the button you assigned the function to until the respective setting screen appears. WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE Notes: • The screens disappear again a few seconds after the last setting, i.e. settings must be made within this period of time. If you want to exit the screens earlier, press the click wheel, or the joystick, or the button, or the shutter release button.
  • Page 55 Graycard 3. Call up the respective screen by pressing the click wheel or The Leica SL offers you a choice between two such modes that the joystick. allow operation matched to different situations/subjects. • The screen contains an area in the center outlined in yellow  ...
  • Page 56 Direct color temperature setting 4. Press the joystick in the desired direction to move the cross hairs to the detail you want the new white balance setting to You can directly set values between 2000 and 11500. This be based on. provides you with a broad scope, covering most of the color 5.

  • Page 57: White Balance

    ISO SENSITIVITY Setting the functions 1. In the menu's section, select The ISO setting allows the shutter speed/aperture value to be SETUP Auto ISO Settings 2. in the submenu , and adjusted to meet the requirements of the relevant situation. Auto ISO Photo 3.
  • Page 58 This can 2. in the submenu, quickly lead to shutter speeds so long that camera shake, and as a result image blurring becomes a problem. The Leica SL's lenses When set to , the camera automatically selects the appropriate are equipped with an optical stabilization system that can type of operation.
  • Page 59 PHOTO RECORDING MODE The shutter release button works in two stages: 1. When the camera is in stand-by mode (see p. 188), briefl y tapping / lightly pressing it activates the viewfi nder, monitor, and THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON top panel displays as well as both automatic distance setting / Autofocus (if set) and exposure metering and control by saving the metered exposure value for spot and center-weighted metering in , and...
  • Page 60 Locking the shutter release and video recording buttons Notes: • This setting does not deactivate the shutter release button’s To prevent taking photos during video preview and recording, or to function when briefly tapping / lightly pressing it (see previous prevent starting a video during photo mode accidentally, both section).
  • Page 61 Continuous as well as with the exposure and automatic White Balance You can not only use the Leica SL to take single pictures but also settings in the following ways/situations (see the respective to produce a series of pictures.
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  • Page 63 FOCUSING AFc (continuous) / Shutter release priority – Focusing continues as long as the shutter button is kept pressed, i.e. during this time, the setting is adjusted whenever Focusing modes the metering system detects other objects at other distances, or You can choose between one of two automatic /Autofocus modes, the distance from the camera to the part of the subject you are or focus manually.
  • Page 64 AF metering mode • This function is not available with certain Leica SL lenses (see – is not sufficiently illuminated (see next section), and/or the respective instructions). It is not available for other types of –...
  • Page 65 AF assist lamp Single field metering [1 Point] The built-in AF auxiliary lamp extends the operating range of the AF Autofocusing is based on a single metering field. Originally, i.e. in system in poor lighting conditions. If the function is switched on, its default position, this field is in the center of the image screen.
  • Page 66 Note: 9 field metering [Zone] Whenever the camera is turned off and back on, the metering field This metering method registers subject details in a central array will return to its central position. consisting of a 3 by 3 field matrix. It combines a certain degree of snapshot suitability with the possibility to purposely target larger Multi-field metering [Field] subjects.
  • Page 67 Static Next to the autofocus metering modes described on the previous pages, there are another three modes available that are designed With this mode, the focus setting is automatically locked on the for specific subjects and/or situations. subject registered in the metering frame. Setting the function 1.
  • Page 68 Auto (Face detection) Notes: • When is set to does not work. In this mode, the Leica SL automatically detects faces in the AF Mode Auto (Face) Touch AF • With this mode, AF operation can be started with the shutter picture and focuses on the one at the shortest distance.

  • Page 69: Manual Focusing - Mf

    To make it easier to achieve precise settings or to increase the focus yourself, rather than using autofocus. For example, if you precision of a setting, the Leica SL offers two features: want to use the same setting for several pictures and it would be –...
  • Page 70 Setting the magnifying function 1. In the menu's section, select SETUP Live View 2. in the submenu, , and Manual Focus Aid 3. switch the function When the function is switched on, you can call up magnifications of a central section of the image frame by pressing the button.
  • Page 71 To adjust to the prevailing lighting conditions, the situation, or your position of the main subject and the corresponding best exposure. working method and compositional ideas, the Leica SL provides As a result, this method is particularly suitable for spontaneous, you with three exposure metering methods.
  • Page 72 In order to facilitate optimal adaptation to the respective subject or displayed image can differ from that of the actual pictures taken. to your preferred way of working, the Leica SL provides you with Particularly for long exposures on dark subjects, it appears the four exposure control modes automatic program, aperture considerably darker than the - correctly exposed - picture.
  • Page 73 Wheel operation during recording mode Front Wheel Direction : Turning clockwise increases the shutter speed, Stop Down → In the four exposure control modes, the click wheel and the top turning counterclockwise decreases it. dial operate as follows: : Turning clockwise decreases the shutter speed, ←...
  • Page 74 EXPOSURE SIMULATION/DEPTH OF FIELD CONTROL Notes: • You can activate autofocus (see p. 208) by pressing the shutter This function simulates the effects of the aperture and shutter release button while in exposure simulation mode. speed settings, enabling you to judge the results before taking a •...
  • Page 75 AUTOMATIC PROGRAM MODE - P CHANGING THE AUTOMATICALLY SET SHUTTER SPEED/ APERTURE COMBINATION (PROGRAM SHIFT) For fast, fully automatic photography. The exposure is controlled by an automatic shutter speed and aperture setting. Changing the preset values using the Shift function combines the security and speed of fully automatic exposure control with the Taking a picture in this mode freedom to adjust the speed/aperture combination selected by the...
  • Page 76 APERTURE PRIORITY MODE - A SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY MODE - T Aperture priority mode sets the exposure automatically according Shutter speed priority mode sets the exposure automatically to the manually selected aperture. It is particularly suitable for according to the manually selected shutter speed. Therefore, it is pictures where the depth of field is the critical compositional particularly suitable for pictures of moving subjects, where the element.
  • Page 77 METERING MEMORY LOCK Using the shutter release button 1. Aim the AF frame at the part of your subject to which you want For composition reasons, it can be beneficial not to have the main to adjust the focus and exposure. subject in the center of the picture.
  • Page 78 Using the joystick Locking functions in the settings AF Mode Shutter release button Joystick Setting the function: Exposure Autofocus setting AF-L 1. In the menu's section, select , and SETUP Customize Control Autofocus setting Exposure AE-L 2. in the submenu AE/AF Lock Button None Both...
  • Page 79 EXPOSURE COMPENSATION Notes: • A set compensation remains active until it is reset to , i.e. even Some subjects are made up predominantly of excessively light or after any number of pictures and even after turning off the dark surfaces, for example large areas of snow or a frame-filling camera.
  • Page 80 MANUAL SETTING - M If, for example, you want to achieve a particular effect that is only possible with a very specific exposure, or if you want to ensure that several pictures with different trimming have an absolutely identical exposure, then you can set the shutter speed and aperture manually.
  • Page 81 AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE BRACKETING Setting the function 1. In the menu's section, select High contrast subjects that have both very bright and very dark CAMERA Exposure Bracketing 2. select , and areas can have very different effects, depending on the exposure. Automatic 3.
  • Page 82 • Bracketing is not available if an Interval series is set (see p. 238). • Other Leica system fl ash units, with the exception of the Leica SF 20. • This menu item can be assigned to one of the soft keys for direct Other commercially available attachable fl...
  • Page 83 "overtaken" by the light trail from its own tail lights. The Leica SL allows you to choose between this conventional flash The flash unit should be set to mode to allow automatic firing point and the end of the exposure:...
  • Page 84 SELECTING THE SYNC SPEED RANGE FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION The Leica SL allows you to limit the shutter speed range used in This function can be used to selectively reduce or strengthen the the automatic program and aperture priority exposure modes , e.g.

  • Page 85: Iso Sensitivity

    Distance setting Resolution All options described on pp. 208/209. With the Leica SL, you have a choice between a wide variety of resolution settings including two different 4K resolutions (4096 x Exposure metering methods 2160, often referred to as 'cinema 4K', and 3840 x 2160, the resolution used in UHD television sets).

  • Page 86: Exposure Modes

    Exposure modes Stabilization – Aperture priority This function gives video recordings benefit from a considerably – Manual control with shutter speeds of ⁄ ⁄ s. Manually set steadier picture composition. This function must be set for video 4000 slower shutter speeds are automatically reset to ⁄...

  • Page 87: Time Code

    Time code Setting the function 1. Perform steps 1. and 2. described above, The time code is a data set that is generated and recorded parallel 2. in the submenu, select , and to the image and audio data. It allows the correct time Time Code Start Time 3.

  • Page 88: Video Aspect Ratio

    Video aspect ratio Note: The frames are based on the actually recorded video format. They If the intended review equipment has a different aspect ratio than are not on any aspect ratios that my have been selected in that determined in (see p.

  • Page 89: Video Preview Mode

    Video preview mode Sound recording This mode allows checking the eff ects of the previously described Video recordings are normally recorded with sound. This can be settings, as well as setting the sound recording level (see below) done using the built-in microphones or with external microphones before actually starting a video recording.
  • Page 90 To reduce any noise caused by wind, a damping function is available. Setting the function 1. In the menu's section, select IMAGE Video Settings 2. in the submenu, , and Wind Elimination 3. in the respective submenus the desired settings. Notes: •...

  • Page 91: Starting / Ending The Recording

    • Only use the HDMI cable model specifi ed by Leica for this camera (see p. 272). The higher the bit depth value, the more diff erent color hues can be registered and reproduced, i.e.

  • Page 92: Mode Lock

    Taking pictures while recording video With this function, you can disable the video button, i.e. when set With the Leica SL you can briefly interrupt ongoing video recording , pressing the button doesn't start video recording. For in order to take one or more photos. Photographs are taken using...

  • Page 93: Interval Picture Series

    INTERVAL PICTURE SERIES Using menu control The Leica SL makes it possible to automatically take pictures of – To move left or right, turn the click wheel or press the joystick in motion sequences over a long period of time in the form of picture the desired direction.
  • Page 94 Creating an interval picture series • Use a sufficiently charged battery. The exposure and focusing settings are no different from those of • An interval picture series will be interrupted or stopped in the normal pictures, but it should be taken into account that the following situations: lighting conditions may change during the course of the picture –...

  • Page 95: Taking Photographs With The Self-Timer

    TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS WITH THE SELF-TIMER Process You can use the self-timer to take a picture with a delay of either 2 With 2s delay time: or 12s. This is particularly useful for group photographs, where you Exposure metering is carried out first, in autofocus mode the focus want to appear in the picture yourself or if you want to avoid the is set.

  • Page 96: Lens Profiles

    If other lens types such – during the first 10s of a 12s self-timer delay time by pressing as certain Leica M lenses are used with the help of an adapter (see any one of the buttons.

  • Page 97: Automatic Review Of The Last Rcording

    REVIEW MODE REVIEW FOR UNLIMITED TIME – Press the button briefly. Note: • The last picture taken appears along with the corresponding Two functions are available for the review of your recordings: displays. However, if the memory card(s) does/do not contain –...

  • Page 98: Selecting/Scrolling Through Recordings

    Displays SELECTING/SCROLLING THROUGH RECORDINGS Using gesture control For undisturbed viewing of the recordings, only the following are displayed during review for unlimited time: L9990000 L9989999 – In the header some fundamental information – The functions of the adjacent buttons for 3 seconds in the four corners of the monitor picture when switched on: = Rating function, = Change of display, =...

  • Page 99: Enlarging Photos

    ENLARGING PHOTOS To enlarge as desired: Using gesture control You can enlarge a section of a photo, e.g. to study it more closely. Enlargement is possible in 4 steps until 1 pixel of the monitor L9990000 L9990000 displays 1 pixel of the picture. •...

  • Page 100: Moving An Enlarged Section

    MOVING AN ENLARGED SECTION SIMULTANEOUS DISPLAY OF 12/30 RECORDINGS • The rectangle inside the frame moves to the position of the The recordings can be reduced so that 12 or 30 are shown on the shifted section. screen. This makes it easier to get an overview and to fi nd a certain recording.
  • Page 101 Notes: Using physical controls • Enlarging cannot be performed on videos. 1. Turn the click wheel - it moves line by line - or press the • When using an enlarged view or 12/30 display, the display with joystick in the desired direction. additional information cannot be opened.

  • Page 102: Marking Recordings

    MARKING RECORDINGS Marking multiple recordings Procedure You can mark recordings on the memory card(s) as favorites - as desired individually or several at a time. 1. Set the simultaneous display of 12 or 30 recordings by turning This makes it easy to delete the unmarked 'non-favorites' all at the top dial counterclockwise.

  • Page 103: Deleting Recordings

    DELETING RECORDINGS Deleting only unmarked recordings Procedure Recordings on the memory card(s) can be deleted at any time - as desired individually, several at a time, or all at the same time. This Tap on , or press the click wheel or the joystick inwards. Single can be useful, e.g.
  • Page 104 Deleting multiple recordings Using physical controls 1. Select by turning the click wheel or pressing the joystick Using gesture control Multi up or down, and 2. confi rm the setting by pressing click wheel or the joystick DELETE inwards to mark the desired recordings Single •...
  • Page 105 Deleting all recordings Deleting unrated recordings Procedure Procedure 1. Tap on , or press the click wheel or the joystick inwards. This is done exactly as explained on the left, except for selecting If one of the other options is marked by the red frame, and you instead of Unrated want to use physical controls:...

  • Page 106: Video Review

    VIDEO REVIEW Continuing playback at any given point If a video recording is selected, appears in the screen center. Using gesture control L9990000 L9990000 Starting and stopping playback Using gesture control L9990000 L9990000 00:00:30.50 00:02:50.15 00:00:00.00 00:02:50.15 Using physical controls Turn the click wheel or press the joystick in the desired direction.
  • Page 107 Opening the video and audio control symbols Using physical controls (only during playback) 1. Press the joystick up or down. • The volume setting bar appears. Touch control 2. Set the desired volume by pressing the joystick in the desired L9990000 L9990000 direction (up = louder, down = quieter, all the way down =...
  • Page 108 Cutting off start and/or end sections Using button control 1. Press the button. This is possible both while the video is Using gesture control stopped or being played back. 2. Determine the cutoff points. To move them, turn the click wheel in the respective direction.

  • Page 109: Review With Hdmi Devices

    REVIEW WITH HDMI DEVICES Select of one of three options, either through gesture control or The Leica SL enables you to view your pictures on a TV, projector with the joystick/click wheel for selection and the setting for or monitor with HDMI input and thus in an optimum picture quality.
  • Page 110 Notes: • Only use the HDMI cable specified by Leica for this camera (see p. 124). • If the connected TV, monitor or projector has a lower maximum resolution than that set on the camera, it automatically switches to the maximum resolution of the connected device. For...

  • Page 111: User Profiles

    USER PROFILES that step 1. is skipped. With the Leica SL, any combination of menu settings can be • After performing steps 2. and 3., if any user profiles are saved, permanently saved, e.g. so that they can be retrieved quickly and the profile names appear in gray, with unused memory slots in...
  • Page 112 Renaming profiles Operating the keypad can be done differently. 1. In the menu's section, select , and SETUP User Profile Using menu control 2. in the submenu Rename Profiles 3. in the corresponding submenu, the desired profile slot, and To move left or right, turn the click wheel or press the joystick in 4.

  • Page 113: Resetting All Menu Settings

    Transferring profiles from / to a card RESETTING ALL MENU SETTINGS You can copy either selected profile slots, or all at once to the This function allows you to delete all previous custom settings in memory card(s), whereas copying from the memory card(s) to the the menu at once, and to reset them to the factory default settings.

  • Page 114: Copyright Protection

    COPYRIGHT PROTECTION This camera enables you to mark your picture files by entering text or other characters. Setting the function 1. In the menu’s section, select SETUP Copyright Information 2. in the submenu, switch the function • When switched , the two other submenu items become accessible.

  • Page 115: Gps And Geotagging

    When this function is to 9 are available from every location on earth). We therefore activated, the Leica SL continuously receives the corresponding recommend holding the camera with the GPS antenna pointing signals and updates the position data. The camera writes this vertically upwards.
  • Page 116 Information for safe use Important (legal restrictions on use): The electromagnetic field generated by the GPS system can • In certain countries or regions, the use of GPS and associated influence instruments and measuring equipment. Therefore, make technologies may be restricted. Therefore, before traveling in sure the GPS function is deactivated on board an aircraft before other countries you should consult the relevant country's takeoff...

  • Page 117: Formatting Memory Cards

    • If a memory card cannot be formatted, you should ask your residual data (information accompanying pictures) can take up dealer or the Leica Product Support department (for address, memory capacity. see p. 296) for advice.

  • Page 118: Resetting Recording Numbers

    RESETTING RECORDING NUMBERS The Leica SL saves the recording numbers in ascending order. Initially, the corresponding files are all saved in one folder. To structure the storage of recordings more clearly, you can create a new folder at any time so that subsequent recordings can be grouped together there.

  • Page 119: Transferring Data To A Computer

    MISCELLANEOUS Via the USB cable connection and using the camera as an external drive TRANSFERRING DATA TO A COMPUTER With Windows operating systems: The operating system detects the camera as an external drive and The camera is equipped with a USB 3.0 high-speed interface for assigns it a drive letter.
  • Page 120 USB interface. Note: The Leica SL is equipped with an integral sensor, which detects the orientation of the camera – horizontal or vertical (both directions) – for each picture. This information allows the pictures to be presented upright automatically when subsequently displayed on a computer running the appropriate programs.

  • Page 121: Remote Control Of The Camera

    . The connections allow remote order to do this, the " Leica SL" app must first be installed on controlled shooting as well as viewing the recordings and also your smartphone. This app is available in the Google Play Store™...
  • Page 122 Selecting the connection method Establishing a connection with a Smartphone in mode Client There are two ways to establish a connection between your camera 6. Select the desired network from the list. and your smartphone. If you have access to an available WLAN If the network you wish to connect to is not listed, you can network, e.g.
  • Page 123 Host Establishing a connection with QR code: Using an iOS device (with operating systems up to iOS 8.3) 1. Launch the Leica SL app on your Android device Establishing a connection with QR code: 2. select 1. Launch the Leica SL app on your iPhone and Connect by QR Code 3.
  • Page 124 (SSID: indicates the • Leica Camera AG does not accept any liability for damages name used to identify a network over a WLAN connection) may arising from the use of the camera for purposes other than as a be displayed.

  • Page 125: Using Raw Data (Dng)

    Have the required software license code ready. You will receive this converter. Such software provides quality-optimized algorithms for in the reply mail from Leica once you have chosen to download the digital color processing, delivering exceptionally low-noise software.

  • Page 126: Installing Firmware Updates

    To do this, Leica releases what are known as firmware updates at irregular intervals which can be downloaded from our homepage. Once you have registered your camera on the Leica Camera homepage, you will receive a newsletter informing you when a new firmware update is available.

  • Page 127: Accessories

    LEICA L ADAPTER M elements. It also allows the use of an additional battery to increase This adapter allows Leica M lenses to be used on the Leica SL. The the capacity. Its attachment – with tripod screw - is quick and easy.

  • Page 128: Replacements

    The main use for this cable is to rule out any risk of camera shake Only the accessories specified and described in these caused by tripping the shutter with the camera's own release instructions, and/or by Leica Camera AG, may be used with the button. Leica SL.

  • Page 129: Safety And Care Instructions

    Use only the accessories specified and described in these the pictures. instructions or by Leica Camera AG with the camera. If the camera malfunctions due to the effects of magnetic/ electrostatic/electromagnetic fields, turn it off, remove the battery, and then turn it on again.
  • Page 130 Monitor Sensor • If the camera is exposed to significant temperature fluctuations, • Cosmic radiation (e.g. on flights) can cause pixel defects. condensation can form on the monitor. Wipe it off carefully with a soft dry cloth. • If the camera is very cold when turned on, the monitor image will Condensation initially appear slightly darker than normal.
  • Page 131 CARE INSTRUCTIONS For the lens • As any soiling also represents a growth medium for • Normally, a soft hair brush is sufficient to remove dust from the microorganisms, you should take care to keep the equipment outer lens surfaces. However, in case of more stubborn dirt, they clean.
  • Page 132 For the battery • Batteries have a limited service life. • Defective batteries should be disposed of at an appropriate • Rechargeable lithium ion batteries generate power through collection point for proper recycling (see p. 159). internal chemical reactions. These reactions are also influenced •...
  • Page 133 Leica Camera AG’s Customer Care or exposed to vibrations. department (address: see p. 296) for the sensor to be cleaned at •...
  • Page 134 Important: • Generally: To protect the camera against ingress of dust etc. into • Leica Camera AG accepts no liability for damage caused by the its interior, it is important always to have a lens or a cap user when cleaning the sensor.
  • Page 135 Storage • Photo cases that became wet during use should be emptied to prevent damage to your equipment caused by moisture and any • If you are not using the camera for a longer period of time, we leather-tanning residue released. recommend that you: •...
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  • Page 137: Index

    Color space ................197 Histogram ................190 Contrast ............... 198 / 231 Information service, Leica Product Support ......296 Customer service / Leica Customer Care .........296 ISO sensitivity ............202 / 230 /286 Date and time ................186 Lens profiles ................241 Deleting recordings ..............248 Level display ................192...
  • Page 138 Picture series ..............206 / 238 Power off, automatic ..............188 Profiles ..................256 Program mode .................220 Raw data ..............195 / 270 Repairs, Leica Customer Care ..........296 Resetting all menu settings ............258 Resolution..............195 / 230 Review mode ................243 Scope of delivery ..............150 Self-timer .................240...

  • Page 139: Displays

    P 3.5 (appears for 4s after turning on the camera, can be switched to the 1/125 standard view at any time by tapping the shutter release button) 12000 6450 Leica SL TYP 601 READY 01.11.2015 10:30 Camera type Battery capacity (left for camera battery, right for hand grip...
  • Page 140 With manual focusing a. +/- Exposure compensation set b. +/o/- Progression bracketing series: overexposed / (when shutter release button is pressed halfway) correctly exposed / underexposed picture P 3.5 Indication for shifted shutter speed/aperture combination FRONT 1.0m with program mode FOCUS 2.3m BACK...
  • Page 141 In the viewfinder / monitor Light balance for manual exposure setting/Exposure compensation value In photo recording mode Aperture 19 20 21 22 23 24 ISO sensitivity Exposure control mode Soft key function – Enlarge the display Soft key function – Enter main menu Histogram Autofocus metering zone = AF Mode / Static &...
  • Page 142 25000 25000 1/8000s 1/8000s Auxiliary grid Indication of in-focus edges (Peaking) Bubble level Camera level (not tilted to the left or right): green horizontal lines Camera tilted: red inclined lines Camera level (not tilted up or down): central green lines Camera tilted: red line above or below SL_EN.indd 287 16.09.2015 15:04:42...
  • Page 143 In video recording mode Focusing mode 44 45 46 47 White balance setting 00:01:14.21 Video resolution / frame rate Video file format Exposure metering mode Microphone Audio level Time code 3200 1/250s -00:28 Recording video Recording time Shutter speed Light balance for manual exposure setting/Exposure compensation value Aperture ISO sensitivity...
  • Page 144 IN REVIEW MODE Slot number of memory card used File number Photo review Marking pictures as favorites Soft key function – Rating the images L9990000 Displayed image protected Soft key function – Switch displayed information GPS Status – Position last determined a maximum of 6 min ago –...
  • Page 145 Video review L9990000 00:02:30.15 Slot number of memory card used File number Volume setting bar for audio playback Audio playback on ( = audio playback off) Playback progress bar Elapsed time Indication for playback of videos, time-lapse pictures and picture series, playback paused SL_EN.indd 290 16.09.2015 15:04:42...

  • Page 146: Gesture Control

    GESTURE CONTROL Available gestures The touch-sensitive monitor of the Leica SL can be used for gesture-based operation in certain situations/modes. During menu control, this is the case for the submenu scales for exposure compensation and white balance. Gesture control is especially convenient during Review Mode, where it facilitates easy scrolling and enlargement.

  • Page 147: Menulist

    APPENDIX MENU LIST Default direct access Available for direct access In default Available for Page CAMERA FAVORITES FAVORITES 206/226/238/240 Drive Mode 208/214 Focus Mode 212/213 AF Mode 210/211 AF Field Size Exposure Metering Exposure Compensation Exposure Bracketing Interval 228/229 Flash Settings Focus Limit (Macro) Default direct access Available for direct access...
  • Page 148 Default direct access Available for direct access In default Available for Page SETUP FAVORITES FAVORITES Storage Backup Format Auto Review 191/192/215/233 Capture Assistants 210/211 AF Setup 190/215 Live View Copyright Information 256-258 User Profile 202/233 Auto ISO Settings Key Lock Display Shortcut Icons 182-185/205/210/ Customize Control...

  • Page 149: Technical Data

    Fluorescent warm, Fluorescent cool, Flash, Gray card, Gray card tion between lens and camera live view, Color temperature (2000, 2200, 2400, 2700, 3000, Usable lenses Leica SL lenses and Leica M and R lenses using 3300, 3600, 3900, 4200, 4600, 5000, 5500, 6000, 6600, 7200, the respective adapters 8000, 8700, 9500, 10300, 11500, in K [Kelvin]) Sensor 35mm (24 x 36mm) 24 MP...
  • Page 150 Software Image processing software (free download after discharge): approx. 160min, manufacturer: Panasonic Energy (Wuxi) Co., Ltd., made in China registering the camera), Leica SL App for remote control and Battery charger Leica BC-SCL4, input: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz, transfer of recordings, free download in Apple App-Store ®...

  • Page 151: Leica Service Addresses

    LEICA CUSTOMER CARE The Product Support Department at Leica AG can provide you with For servicing your Leica equipment or in the event of damage, the an answer to any technical questions relating to Leica products, Leica Camera AG Customer Care department or the repair service...

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