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  • Page 1 LEICA S Instructions...
  • Page 5 Leica S Instructions...

  • Page 6: En Table Of Contents Foreword

    Further information on registration and on firmware updates for your Your Leica Camera AG Leica S and on any changes or additions to the details in this manual can be found on our website under "Customer Service" at: https://owners.leica-camera.com To check whether your camera and lenses are running the latest firmware version, select menu option "Firmware"...
  • Page 7 FCC/IC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Leica • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Camera AG accessories supplied or designated for this product that have This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Charge level displays ................ 11 Changing memory cards ..............11 Recording mode Changing the focusing screen ............13 For photos Leica S lenses .................. 14 Shutter release button ..............26 Fitting and removing ..............14 Interval shooting ................. 26 Adjusting the eyepiece ..............15 Live View mode ................
  • Page 9 Technical data ..................58 Folder management................37 Selection of one of the reduced pictures ........49 Formatting of memory card(s) ............37 Protecting pictures / clearing delete protection ........ 50 The displays Marking picture data for copyright protection ........38 Deleting pictures ................

  • Page 10: Warning Messages

    Leica S, particularly if it is lying on a con- – Li-Ion Battery S BP-PRO 1 ductive surface. If only the camera body is touched, this discharge is...

  • Page 11: Designation Of Parts

    DESIGNATION OF PARTS Rear view Bottom view Main switch with stop positions Index hole for guide pin of multifunction hand grip Viewfinder Cover Front view Joystick Tripod plate with Rear setting dial ⁄ " thread Shutter release button Speaker ⁄ "...

  • Page 12: Preparations

    Batteries from the earlier Leica S models (Order No.14 429) cannot be • The charger supplied should be used exclusively for charging this used either in the Leica S (Typ 007) or in the multifunction hand grip. battery type. Do not attempt to use it for other purposes.
  • Page 13 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. • Lithium ion batteries should only be stored partly charged, i.e. not when fully discharged or fully charged.
  • Page 14 PREPARATION OF THE CHARGER CONNECTION OF THE CHARGER for use in the USA for use outside the USA 1. Connect up the charger, i.e. insert its cable plug into the socket of the battery and insert the mains plug into a plug socket. 1.

  • Page 15: Inserting And Removing The Battery Into/From The Camera

    CHANGING MEMORY CARDS approx. 1 cm out. The Leica S off ers you the possibility of using 2 card types in parallel for Important: • The locking mechanism has a detent so that the battery cannot storing of recorded data. It has two card slots, one for SD/SDHC/SDXC accidentally fall out even if the camera is held upright.
  • Page 16 Otherwise the unsaved (or not completely saved) picture data may be lost. • The Leica S off ers diff erent variants for the storage of picture data. Further information on this topic can be found under "Storage of picture data / memory card management".

  • Page 17: Changing The Focusing Screen

    5. Grip the screen to be installed with the tweezers at its tab, place into the frame and The Leica S allows the focusing screen to be changed (see also "System 6. press the frame upwards into its engaged position with the tip of the accessories / Interchangeable focusing screens".

  • Page 18: Leica S Lenses

    LEICA S LENSES FITTING AND REMOVING THE LENS All lenses and accessories with Leica S bayonet can be fi tted to the Leica Leica S lenses have a number of characteristic features: – The focusing ring functions diff erently, depending on the set focus operating mode: –...

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Eyepiece

    The viewfi nder can be adjusted from -3 to +1 diopters to adapt it exactly The Leica S is turned ON and OFF using the main switch. It has three stop is ready (2 s) and the displays appear in the viewfi nder and in the top to your own eyesight.

  • Page 20: Menu Control

    All settings of the menu items can also be made with the rear thumb- wheel or the Joystick. The menu of the Leica S is divided into 3 function groups (see Annex "The Most of the operating modes and settings of the Leica S are operated by menu items"):...

  • Page 21: Navigating In The Menu / Setting The Functions

    Navigating in the menu / setting the functions 2. Select the individual menu items 1. Select the respective menu function groups by briefl y (≤ 1 s) pressing – either by turning the rear thumbwheel to the right = scroll the following buttons twice: down / to the left = scroll up, –...

  • Page 22: Quick Access To Menu Functions

    Direct setting of the menu items without sub-menu scale is displayed) to select the desired function variant / the Note: desired value Briefly pressing the button marked in this case allows you to return to (In the 4 menu items without a triangle at the right-hand end of the line) the menu at any time –...
  • Page 23 You can then call up or execute the respective set (menu) functions directly at any time and make further settings there: Hold the buttons alongside the monitor pressed (≥ 1 s), or in normal photo recording mode press the depth of field preview button...

  • Page 24: Menu Language

    PRESETS Date and time Time Date Setting the function CAMERA DEFAULT SETTINGS In sub-menu item the settings are made for both the numeri- Time Setting There are 3 options available for the sequence of the date. cal groups and for the representation in essentially the same way as Menu language described in the previous section for the date.

  • Page 25: Monitor And Top Panel Display

    The top panel display shows i.a. the most important basic information on or warning. the status of the memory card(s) and the battery, and on the exposure control (see "Displays in the top panel display", p. 61). Note: In the factory setting the signal tones are deactivated.

  • Page 26: Photo File Format

    Resolution PHOTO FILE FORMAT light color as white. In the Leica S you can select between twelve differ- Whereas the full resolution of 37.5 MP is always used in DNG format, two Two file formats, DNG and JPEG, are available for recording the picture ent settings: lower resolutions can also be used with the JPEG format.

  • Page 27: Automatic And Fixed Settings

    Setting the function Manual setting by metering If you have selected the Live View photo mode Automatic and fixed settings • The corresponding screen appears in the monitor. 1. In the menu, under , select the item IMAGE White Balance 1.

  • Page 28: Iso Sensitivity

    • When setting , a list with the available values IMAGE Maximum Auto ISO The ISO setting on the Leica S allows a manual adjustment of the shutter 2. call up the sub-menu appears, when setting a further sub-menu Maximum Exposure Time speed/aperture values to the needs of the particular situation.

  • Page 29: Storage Of Picture Data / Memory Card Management

    Storage of picture data / memory card management If two memory cards are used, you have the possibility with the Leica S to choose – whether the picture data should first be stored on one of the two cards until its capacity is reached, and then on the other card, or whether the data should –...

  • Page 30: Recording Mode

    Joystick forwards. Up to 4-digit numbers can With the Leica S, the picture series can be taken with a frame rate of be used; repeat steps 5. and 6. for the second, third and fourth digits.

  • Page 31: Live View Mode

    Live View mode Displays in Live View mode Histogram Whereas the conventional photography mode presupposes use of the With the standard setting, the Live View monitor picture contains the The histogram depicts the brightness distribution in the picture. The camera viewfinder, Live View mode permits continuous viewing of the following displays (see "The displays / In the monitor / Recording mode horizontal axis shows the brightness values from black (left) through gray subject on the monitor, i.e.

  • Page 32: Marking Of Clearly Focused Subjects (Focus Peaking)

    Photo Masks Grid 3. select the desired format there The Leica S offers you two variants of grid lines as an aid to picture • The monitor picture is masked accordingly, with 1:1 left and right, composition. with 16:9 and 2:1 top and bottom. While taking the photograph...

  • Page 33: Distance Setting

    Joystick on page 32). determine the distance (flashes) Note: • The Leica S is supplied as standard with a full matt screen with which – The right-hand triangle indicates the focus set too short (appears only is not available in Live View mode.

  • Page 34: Exposure Metering

    4 000 1000 on the Leica S with the rear thumbwheel: using the central shutter on some Leica S lenses, and between open and The Leica S offers three different exposure metering methods. smallest aperture of the respective lens. Setting the operating mode Setting the function 1.

  • Page 35: Program Shift

    • With very little light or extreme brightness it is possible that the avail- able aperture range of the lens used is no longer sufficient for the – beyond the 12 s holding time of the exposure metering system, able shutter speed range is no longer sufficient for the preselected preselected shutter speed.

  • Page 36: Metering Memory Lock

    METERING MEMORY LOCK In AF mode EXPOSURE COMPENSATION 3. In the sub-menu, select one of the three variants AF-Mode The shutter button and/or the Joystick can be used to save the exposure Exposure compensations are possible in automatic program, shutter setting (for ) and the automatic focus ( ), depending on the...

  • Page 37: Bracketing

    2. Set the desired aperture by turning the rear thumbwheel and the Setting the function desired exposure time with the shutter speed setting dial – Next to the exposure mode in front of the overexposure(s) , in front of 1. In the menu under...

  • Page 38: Values Above And Below The Metering Range

    • Depending on the exposure mode, the exposure graduations are • The longest possible exposure time depends on the set sensitivity. You can use the self-timer of the Leica S to take a picture with a delay of created by changing the shutter speeds and/or apertures.

  • Page 39: Mirror Lock-Up

    A running self-timer delay time can be aborted by turning off the camera When the shutter button is pressed the first time, exposure metering is With the Leica S you can close the lens aperture to the set or automati- at the main switch.

  • Page 40: User/Application-Specific Profiles

    • A further sub-menu appears with four lines for the profile slots. • A corresponding confirmation prompt appears On the Leica S, any combination of menu settings can be permanently 3. Confirm there that you really wish to import or export the profile.

  • Page 41: Folder Management

    The keyboard sub-menu appears. computer, you should reformat it in the Leica S. With the Leica S you can also create new folders at any time, give them 3. Make the desired settings there • If a memory card cannot be formatted, you should ask your dealer or names of your choice and change the file names.

  • Page 42: Marking Picture Data For Copyright Protection

    Information for safe use The electromagnetic radiation generated by the GPS system can affect The Leica S enables you to mark your picture files by entering text or The Global Positioning System enables the current position of the instruments and measuring equipment. Therefore, make sure the GPS other characters.

  • Page 43: Flash Mode

    If you wish to connect a studio flash system that does not conform to the ISO standard to the Leica S, If flash units not specially adapted to the Leica S are used, the white balance of the camera should please contact the Customer Care department at Leica Camera AG or the customer service department possibly be set manually to .

  • Page 44: Selecting The Sync Speed / Sync Speed Range

    Leica S and, if fitted, subtly change the lighting conditions for the relevant subject to suit your The function is available with all flash units, i.e.

  • Page 45: Settings For Camera-Controlled Automatic Flash Mode

    • More details of flash use, in particular for other flash units not specially crucial importance. Information on this can be found in the manual of the adapted to the Leica S and for different flash modes, can be found in flash unit in question.

  • Page 46: Flash Exposure Displays In The Viewfinder With System-Compatible Flash Units

    , or a speed flash unit connected in this way, it acts as if no flash unit were attached. In such cases the Leica S will not fire the flash unit even though it is is set below the sync speed with , the flash is suppressed.

  • Page 47: Video Recordings

    Video recordings are only possible with sRGB (see p. 22). The time code is a data set that is generated and recorded parallel to the You can also use the Leica S to make video recordings. image and audio data. It allows the correct time synchronization of pic-...
  • Page 48 • A video recording in progress is indicated in the monitor by a fl ashing pans, you should set the exposure manually. red dot and the elapsed recording time. • As video recordings with the Leica S are made with diff erent aspect ratios, depending on the selected resolution, the monitor image DISTANCE SETTING appears with corresponding masking.
  • Page 49 1. Connect the headphones to the camera via the LEMO ® audio jack Deactivate sound recording using the audio adapter S (supplied) Move the setting mark completely to the left until the microphone symbol Move the setting mark completely to the left until the microphone symbol Note: •...

  • Page 50: Automatic Review Of Last Picture

    • If the masking function was used during recording (see p. 28), the photo appears with the selected aspect ratio. • Only picture data recorded with Leica S cameras can be reviewed with the Leica S. • If the picture data are stored in parallel in JPEG and DNG format, the picture displayed is always based on the DNG file.

  • Page 51: Setting The Volume

    Setting the volume The clipping displays Press the Joystick down (= reduce volume) or up (= increase volume) You can use the menu to set the clipping thresholds for displaying both the light and dark areas. Setting the function 1. In the menu, under , select the item SETUP Capture Assistants...

  • Page 52: Viewing Other Pictures / Scrolling

    The rectangle inside the frame shows the size and position of the detail. Maximum enlargement in one step Holding the rear thumbwheel depressed (≥ 1 s) switches between the review of the whole picture and maximum enlargement. Note: The function is available at all zoom levels.

  • Page 53: Moving The Detail

    MOVING THE DETAIL SIMULTANEOUS VIEWING OF SEVERAL REDUCED PICTURES SELECTION OF ONE OF THE REDUCED PICTURES 1. Select the desired picture by pressing the Joystick up, down, left or right • The frame changes to an endless loop in lines from picture to picture.

  • Page 54: Protecting Pictures / Clearing Delete Protection

    • The next undeleted picture appears in the monitor. If this was the 4. Press the button to protect the picture(s) or to cancel the delete only picture a message is displayed: No media file to display .

  • Page 55: Additional Functions

    The Leica S is equipped with a USB 3.0 interface for transferring data to a accessories store. can be installed on the camera at a later date. Leica provides firmware computer.

  • Page 56: Wireless Data Transmission And Remote Control Of The Camera

    Device Name • Leica Camera AG accepts no liability for damage arising from the use this, the Leica S app must first be installed on your smartphone. This app of the camera for purposes other than as a WLAN device.

  • Page 57: System Accessories

    Quick Charger S (with integrated USA mains plug and Leica S Adapter C ............Order No. 16 038 If the Leica S (Typ 007) is used in a fixed position and/or for a very large EU, UK and AUS interchangeable mains plugs, car charging cable) 16 009...

  • Page 58: Precautions And Care Instructions

    Do not use your Leica S in the immediate vicinity of devices with powerful • If the Leica S is very cold when it is turned on, the displays may at first be removed, use such a cloth and clean carefully with a circular move- appear darker than usual.

  • Page 59: Cleaning The Sensor

    Sensor Cleaning • Whilst a picture is being stored or the memory card is being read, it • If you will not be using the Leica S for a longer period of time, we • The relevant sub-menu appears. may not be removed, nor may the Leica S be turned off or exposed to recommend that you 2.

  • Page 60: Index

    INDEX Accessories ..................53 Exposure control / exposure metering Aperture priority .................. 31  Aperture priority ................31 Aperture, setting ................. 30  Automatic program ................. 30 Autofocus  Bracketing ..................33  Focus priority ( ) ................. 29  Center weighted metering ............... 30  Shutter release priority ( ) ............
  • Page 61 Spare parts ..................53 Mirror lock-up ..................35 Storage of picture data ............... 25 Monitor ...................7/21 Storage of the Leica S ................. 55  Setting the brightness ..............21 Technical data ..................58 Noise (key acknowledgment (response) tones) ........21 Thumbwheels ..................7/30 Time and date ..................

  • Page 62: Technical Data

    Linear flash mode (with system-compatible, appropriately configured Exposure metering Open aperture metering through the lens (TTL) Leica flash units, linear flash mode with TTL pre-flash metering and Metering methods Spot (3.5%), center-weighted, multi-field (5 fields) automatic TTL-HSS control) For flash photography with faster shutter Camera type Leica S (Typ 007),...
  • Page 63 4 000 Horizon Metering with acceleration sensor, metering range: inclination freely positioned (60- ⁄ s with central shutter), B for long exposures up to maximum 60s, 1000 Operating modes Optionally AFs (single) = focus priority, AFc (contin- flash synchronization up to ⁄...

  • Page 64: The Displays

    Picture counter – setting for long exposures –  Total remaining number of pictures – Warning message for full memory card(s) –  External storage Exposure operating mode –  (flashing with 2 Hz) = Memory card full –...

  • Page 65: In The Top Panel Display

    (for manual distance setting, press shutter button to 1st pressure point) IN THE TOP PANEL DISPLAY Starting view (appears for approx. 5 s after turning on the camera) Front limit of the depth of fi eld range Set focal plane Rear limit of the depth of fi eld range...

  • Page 66: In The Monitor

    Function of the button top right Picture counter Button functions (appear – in all Live View screens – for approx. 3 s after pressing Memory card(s) used any of the four buttons next to the monitor) Photo fi le format / JPEG resolution –...
  • Page 67 Standard view plus additional displays Video recording mode Grid and horizon Histogram and clipping indicators Histogram Grid lines Clipping symbol Horizon Indication of a recording in progress Possible recording time Current recording time Focus display (peaking) Additional picture data Video resolution / frame rate Audio recording level display Sound recording mode –...
  • Page 68 Clipping symbol (appear when switching on Review mode in all photo and video views Time of picture or after pressing any of the four buttons next to the monitor, disap- pear after approx. 3 s) Image fi le number –  Delete menu –...
  • Page 69 Video review mode Standard view plus additional displays Additional picture data Histogram and clipping indicator Standard view Histogram Recording date and volume setting  Clipping symbol Volume off (mute)  , see also Video control symbols (for Joystick) –  Playback (press forward) –...

  • Page 70: Menu Items

    THE MENU OPTIONS Area Menu option Page Area Menu option Page 26/34 Drive mode Storage backup (CF & SD) Focus mode Format cards Exp. metering Image numbering Exp. compensation Auto review 27/28/29/47 Exp. bracketing Capture assistants Mirror up mode Copyright information Max.

  • Page 71: Leica Service Addresses

    LEICA CUSTOMER CARE The Product Support Department at Leica AG can provide you with an For servicing your Leica equipment or in the event of damage, the Leica answer to any technical questions relating to Leica products, including Camera AG Customer Care department or the repair service provided by software supplied, either in writing, on the telephone, or by e-mail.
  • Page 72 Leica Camera AG Am Leitz-Park 5 35578 WETZLAR DEUTSCHLAND Telefon +49 (0) 6441-2080-0 Telefax +49 (0) 6441-2080-333 www.leica-camera.com...

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