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  • Page 1 LEICA M10-D Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Foreword

    We wish you a great deal of fun and success taking photographs accessories for completeness. with your new Leica M10-D. Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you familiarize yourself with the full scope of functions – Leica M10-D your camera has to offer.

  • Page 3: Replacement Parts/Accessories

    Please read the chapters “Legal information”, “Safety remarks”, and “General information” before using your Please visit the Leica Camera AG website for information on the camera for the first time. Knowledge of the content will extensive range of Leica replacement parts/accessories: prevent inadvertent damage to the product, possible us.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-M/Technical-Equipment...

  • Page 4: Legal Notes

    LEGAL NOTES DISPOSAL OF ELECTRIC AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT LEGAL NOTES (Applies within the EU and for other European countries with active waste separation policies.) • Compliance with copyright laws is mandatory. The recording and publication of pre-recorded media like tapes, CDs or other This device contains electric and/or electronic components which published or broadcast material may breach copyright laws.

  • Page 5: Important Notes Regarding The Use Of Gps

    • Perfect signal reception from GPS satellites may be impossible in the following locations or under the circumstances listed below. This function is available only with the Leica Visoflex viewfinder Geolocation may then be impossible or erratic at best. attached (optional accessory).

  • Page 6: Important Notes Regarding The Use Of Wlan

    WLAN devices. • We recommend disabling the WLAN function while on an • Leica Camera AG shall not accept liability for damages arising aircraft. from the use of the camera for purposes other than as a WLAN device.

  • Page 7: Safety Remarks

    SAFETY REMARKS • Take care not to soil or scratch the sensor for lens detection in the bayonet. You must similarly prevent direct contact of the bayonet with grains of sand or similar particles, as these could GENERAL INFORMATION cause irreparable damage. This component must only be cleaned with a dry cloth.

  • Page 8: Lens

    Leaked fluid can catch fire! ideally in its camera case, will help prevent damage to the • The use of other chargers not approved by Leica Camera AG can interior of the camera. cause damage to the batteries – and in extreme cases – cause serious or life-threatening injuries.

  • Page 9: Charger

    CHARGER SENSOR • Using the charger in the vicinity of broadcasting receivers may Cosmic radiation (e.g. during flights) may cause pixel defects. interfere with reception. Ensure a distance of at least 1 m (3 ft) CARRY STRAP between the charger and the receiver. •...

  • Page 10: General Notes

    Please dust-free environment. contact your dealer, the Leica representative in your region or • Never store the camera bayonet cover or the rear lens cover in a Leica Camera AG if the problem persists.

  • Page 11: Memory Card

    • The range of available SD/SDHC/SDXC cards on the market is battery retains the date and time for up to 2 months. Once the too extensive for Leica Camera AG to test for compatibility and backup battery is depleted, it must be replenished by inserting a quality.

  • Page 12: Sensor

    Camera homepage. Visit the download section or the "Customer Area" for information about how to register or how to get firmware updates for your Leica M10-D. Additionally, you can find information about changes or additions to the manual at:...
  • Page 13 Definition of the various categories of information found in this manual Note Additional information Important Failure to comply with instructions may result in damage to the camera, the accessories or the pictures Attention Non-compliance may result in personal injury...

  • Page 14: Part Designations

    PART DESIGNATIONS CAMERA 10 9...

  • Page 15: Lens

    Locking toggle for bottom cover 6-bit encoding (sensor for lens detection) 1 Leica M lenses with viewfinder attachment cover the brightness sensor. Please read the sections “Displays (viewfinder)” and “Leica M lenses” for more information about how to work with these and other lenses.

  • Page 16: Displays

    DISPLAYS Digital display – Displays the automatically calculated shutter speed VIEWFINDER in aperture priority mode or the countdown of longer shutter speeds in 1 s increments. – Warning that the metering or setting ranges are overshot or undershot using aperture priority mode –...

  • Page 17: Visoflex

    VISOFLEX White balance mode File format/compression level/resolution (optional accessory) Exposure metering method WHEN TAKING A PICTURE Shutter button/ mode Drive (All displays/values refer to actual settings) Light intensity/focal length or lens type Battery capacity Histogram Identification of in focus edges in the subject (Focus peaking) Spot exposure metering field (only if the metering method is switched on)

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    COMPATIBLE LENSES................. 27 MEMORY CARD ....................9 LEICA M LENSES ....................27 SENSOR ......................9 COMPATIBLE LEICA LENSES WITH ADAPTER ..........27 CARRY STRAP ....................9 LENSES WITH LIMITED COMPATIBILITY ..........28 GENERAL NOTES ................10 COMPATIBLE, BUT MAY POSE RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE CAMERA AND/OR LENS ........................
  • Page 19 LENS DETECTION ..................40 REVIEW MODE ................62 USING A LEICA M LENS WITH 6-BIT ENCODING ..........40 AUTOMATIC REVIEW OF THE MOST RECENT PICTURE TAKEN IN VISOFLEX . 62 USING A LEICA M LENS WITHOUT 6-BIT ENCODING ........40 USING A LEICA R LENS ..................
  • Page 20 RESETTING THE CAMERA TO FACTORY SETTINGS ........64 FIRMWARE UPDATE ..................65 REMOTE CAMERA CONTROL ..............65 LEICA FOTOS APP ..................... 65 CARE/STORAGE ................66 CAMERA HOUSING ..................66 LENS ......................66 VIEWFINDER ....................67 RECHARGEABLE BATTERY ................. 67 MEMORY CARDS ..................67 SENSOR .......................

  • Page 22: Preparation

    PREPARATION PREPARING THE CHARGER Use the mains cable with the matching regional plug to connect the charger to mains electricity. ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP Note The charger will automatically adapt to local mains voltage. Attention Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the camera from falling.

  • Page 23: Charging The Battery

    CHARGING THE BATTERY CHARGE STATUS DISPLAYS ON THE CHARGER The camera is powered by a lithium-ion battery. INSERTING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER The status LED indicates a correct charging process. Display Charge status Charge time* fl ashes green battery is charging CHARGE approx.

  • Page 24: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY CLOSING THE BOTTOM COVER Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p. 30) OPENING THE BOTTOM COVER ▸ Insert the bottom cover (Fig. 1) ▸ Turn the locking toggle in clockwise direction ▸ Click down the locking toggle ▸...

  • Page 25: Charge Status Display In The Viewfinder

    CHARGE STATUS DISPLAY IN THE VIEWFINDER INSERTION ▸ Press the function button 1x • Display in percent CHARGE STATUS DISPLAY IN THE VISOFLEX (optional accessory) Pressing the function button will display the charge level of the battery in the Visofl ex. REMOVAL Display Charge status...

  • Page 26: Memory Card Insertion/Removal

    MEMORY CARD INSERTION/REMOVAL The memory card slot is located directly next to the battery compartment. Open/Close the bottom cover (see p. 24 ) The camera will save exposures to an SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (High Capacity) or SDXC (eXtended Capacity) memory card. INSERTION Notes •...

  • Page 27: Compatible Lenses

    LEICA M LENSES lead to setting errors resulting from the (added) overall toler- Most Leica M lenses can be used with any lens equipment (with or ance of the camera and lens. It can therefore not be ruled without 6-bit encoding in the bayonet). Your camera will also out that a specifi c camera/lens combination may result in deliver great pictures with Leica M lenses without encoding.

  • Page 28: Lenses With Limited Compatibility

    – When using Heavy lenses attached to a tripod-mounted camera, IN LIVE VIEW MODE e.g. Noctilux 50 f/0.95 or Leica R lenses with an adapter: Make – Super-Angulon-M 21 f/4 sure that the tilt of the tripod head cannot move inadvertently –...

  • Page 29: Attaching/Detaching The Lens

    ATTACHING/DETACHING THE LENS ATTACHING DETACHING ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF ▸ Hold the lens on the fi xed ring ▸ Hold the lens on the fi xed ring ▸ Position the alignment button on the lens opposite the release ▸...

  • Page 30: Camera Operation

    CAMERA OPERATION SWITCHING THE CAMERA OFF OPERATING ELEMENTS MAIN SWITCH The main switch switches the camera on and off . SWITCHING THE CAMERA ON WLAN ACTIVATION Notes • Once switched on, the camera will be ready to use after approx. 1 s.
  • Page 31 SHUTTER BUTTON Notes • Press down the shutter button in a smooth motion until you hear the click of the shutter to prevent camera shake. • The shutter button remains locked – if the memory card inserted and the internal buff er memory are (temporarily) full.

  • Page 32: Shutter Speed Setting Wheel

    SHUTTER SPEED SETTING WHEEL ISO SETTING WHEEL The shutter speed setting wheel has no stop, which means it can be turned in either direction from any position. It will click at each engraved position and for intermediate values. Intermediate positions outside the click positions must not be used. Please read the section “Exposure”...

  • Page 33: Thumbwheel

    THUMBWHEEL FUNCTION BUTTON – Zooming and navigation in the Live View image when using – Battery capacity display Visofl ex – Firmware update – Setting the date/time – Changing Live View mode – Setting selected menu items/functions – Reset to factory settings –...

  • Page 34: Camera Default Settings

    CAMERA DEFAULT SETTINGS Settings order Setting the year: MENU LANGUAGE Setting the month: The menu language is English and cannot be changed. Setting the day: Setting the hour: Setting the minute: SETTING THE DATE AND TIME ▸ Set the main switch to l ▸...

  • Page 35: Automatic Time Via Gps

    AUTOMATIC TIME VIA GPS AUTO POWER SAVING (STANDBY MODE) (Setting via app only) The camera will switch to the power-saving standby mode after a preset time to extend battery life if this function is activated. Factory setting: 10 min. Note •...

  • Page 36: Viewfinder Settings

    Various information is displayed in the header and/or footer line. Note The image is initially displayed without information displays in the This automatic control is not available for Leica M lenses with default setting. viewfinder attachments, as they cover the brightness sensor that ▸...

  • Page 38: Basic Picture Settings

    BASIC PICTURE SETTINGS IMAGE PROPERTIES JPG RESOLUTION FILE FORMAT (Setting via app only) Choose the JPG format or the standardized raw data format (= digital negative). These can be used individually or simultaneously. format setting offers 3 image resolution (number of pixels) Factory setting: options.

  • Page 39: Jepg Settings

    JEPG SETTINGS CONTRAST The contrast setting, i.e. the difference between light and dark (Setting via app only) image sections, determines whether an image comes across as One of the many advantages of digital photography is that it is very “flat” or “brilliant”. Increasing or decreasing this difference impacts easy to change key image properties.

  • Page 40: Lens Detection

    USING A LEICA M LENS WITHOUT 6-BIT ENCODING – The information provided by the 6-bit encoding is also written to A standard profi le will be used if a Leica M lens without 6-bit the EXIF data of the pictures. The focal length of the lens is encoding is attached.

  • Page 41: Using A Leica R Lens

    Notes on Leica M lenses • Many lenses have their item number engraved on the opposite A standard profile is used when a Leica R lens is attached via the side of the depth of field scale. Leica R adapter M. No lens data will be saved to the EXIF data.

  • Page 42: Picture Mode

    The bright-line rangefi nder of this camera is not just a very high-quality, large, brilliant and bright viewfi nder – it also doubles as a highly precise, lens-coupled rangefi nder. All Leica M lenses INFO with focal lengths between 16 and 135 mm are coupled automati- cally when they are attached to a camera.
  • Page 43 The relevant bright-line frame will light up in the combinations 28 mm + 90 mm 35 mm + 135 mm, 50 mm + 75 mm or 28 mm + 90 mm when lenses with a focal length of 28 (Elmarit as of serial number 1/8000 12500 2 411 001), 35, 50, 75, 90 and 135 mm are used. 999-9000 35 mm + 135 mm 1/8000...

  • Page 44: Live View Mode

    LIVE VIEW MODE FOCUSING (When using Visoflex) Various assist functions are provided for focusing, depending on whether you use the camera's rangefinder or Live View mode. When Visoflex is used, the image is show exactly as it is rendered FOCUS METERING METHODS USING THE RANGEFINDER by the attached lens.

  • Page 45: Focus Metering Methods In Live View Mode

    FOCUS METERING METHODS IN LIVE VIEW MODE SPLIT IMAGE METHOD For an architectural photograph, you might aim the metering field You can set the image sharpness in Live View mode via the screen of the rangefinder at e.g. the vertical edge or any other clearly image –...

  • Page 46: Assist Functions For Manual Focusing In Live View Mode

    ASSIST FUNCTIONS FOR MANUAL FOCUSING MAGNIFICATION IN LIVE VIEW MODE Enlarged display of a central section: The larger details of the image subject appear on the screen, the (When using Visoflex) better you can assess their sharpness. Your camera offers two useful assist functions to facilitate and Setting options: (x1, x3, x6) improve setting accuracy: –...
  • Page 47 FOCUS PEAKING Application The contours of objects shown in perfect focus on the LCD panel ▸ Select an image section can be rendered in color for easy recognition. ▸ Turn the focus ring to mark the desired subject elements Factory setting: Function .

  • Page 48: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO SENSITIVITY Choose a click value engraved on the ISO setting wheel or the positions: The ISO setting covers a range of ISO 100 - 50000, allowing you to – : for automatic setting; values between ISO 200 and 50000 will adapt to the relevant situation as required.

  • Page 49: White Balance

    In digital photography, white balance ensures neutral color EXPOSURE METERING METHODS rendering in any light. White balance is based on the camera being preset to render a particular light color as white. The Leica M10-D only offers metering. center-weighted Other metering options are available via app (...
  • Page 50 When using the rangefinder When using the Visoflex/App Live View Mostly center-weighted metering. (Setting via app only) The light reflected by the light-colored shutter blades is captured Select spot, center-weighted and multi-field metering. The metering will then be done via the picture sensor. and measured by a photodiode.

  • Page 51: Exposure Setting

    EXPOSURE SETTING Notes • Image noise becomes apparent when using higher sensitivities, The camera offers two exposure modes: Aperture priority mode or particularly on uniform dark areas. In order to reduce this manual setting. Choose one of the two options depending on annoying phenomenon, the camera will take a second “black image subject, situation or individual preference.

  • Page 52: Exposure Control/Functions With Automatic Exposure

    EXPOSURE CONTROL/FUNCTIONS WITH AUTOMATIC MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING EXPOSURE ▸ Tap the shutter button ▸ Set the desired exposure (using the shutter speed setting wheel EXPOSURE SIMULATION or the aperture setting wheel on the lens). You can now assess the eff ect of the relevant exposure setting on •...
  • Page 53 METERING MEMORY LOCK ▸ Aim at the key subject element (using the metering field for spot metering) or alternatively at another detail with average We often want to arrange important subject elements outside the brightness. center of the picture for reasons of picture composition and these elements may sometimes be very bright or very dark.
  • Page 54 EXPOSURE COMPENSATION LONG-TERM EXPOSURE ( Exposure meters are calibrated for a medium gray scale value (18% In setting , the shutter remains open as long as the shutter button reflection), which matches a standard, i.e. average image subject. is held down (up to max. 4 min depending on ISO setting). Should the measured image detail not fulfill that requirement, then This function can also be used to permanently set shutter speeds the a relevant exposure compensation can be effected.

  • Page 55: Auxiliary Displays

    OTHER FUNCTIONS An additional T function is available in conjunction with the self-timer: The shutter will open after the preset delay automatical- AUXILIARY DISPLAYS ly if is set and the self-timer is activated by tapping the shutter button. It will remain open – without having to hold down the (When using Visoflex) shutter button –...

  • Page 56: Serial Exposures

    SERIAL EXPOSURES SELF-TIMER (Setting via app only) (Setting via app only) The camera is set to single shot exposures by default. You can also You can use the self-timer to take a picture with a delay of either 2 take serial exposures to e.g. capture motion sequences at various or 12 s.

  • Page 57: Flash Photography

    • Make sure that the accessory shoe cover is always in place in this manual: when no accessory is attached (e.g. a fl ash unit). • Leica system fl ash units like the models SF 26, SF 40, SF 60, SF 64. • Other Leica system fl ash units (exception: Leica SF 20).

  • Page 58: Flash Exposure Metering (Ttl Metering)

    (parallel or inversely). (Exception: On the These functions are set on the camera via the menu (please read Leica SF 26, corrections must be set on the camera via menu the next sections for more information). control.) The camera additionally communicates the sensitivity setting to the flash unit.

  • Page 59: Flash Modes

    Set the desired guide number control mode (e.g. TTL or GNC = shutter speeds and all exposure modes is available in the Leica Guide Number Control) on the flash unit M10-D for use with system-compatible flash units (see p. <?>). It ▸ Switching the camera on is activated by the camera automatically if the selected or calculated shutter speed is faster than the sync speed (1⁄180 s).

  • Page 60: Flash Control

    Whether or not these subject The Leica M10-D allows you to fine tune the shutter speed used in elements will be rendered in sharp focus or blurred and the degree...

  • Page 61: Flash Exposure Compensation

    This function can be used to selectively reduce or strengthen the flash exposure regardless of the exposure from available light, e.g. The flash icon in the viewfinder display of the Leica M10-D gives in a picture taken in the evening or to brighten the face of a person feedback on and indicates various operating states.

  • Page 62: Review Mode

    REVIEW MODE AUTOMATIC REVIEW OF THE MOST RECENT PICTURE TAKEN IN VISOFLEX (Setting via app only) function allows you to view each picture right after Auto Review it was taken. That allows you to check whether the shot was successful or should be taken again. The function additionally allows –...

  • Page 63: Other Functions

    The first three characters signify the folder number (numerals), the last five the folder name (letters). You can Factory setting: LEICA/L100 change the numbers and the letters when you create a new folder. Changes available via app.

  • Page 64: Recording The Image Location With Gps

    When the function is activated, the Lightroom®. It allows high-quality conversions of stored raw data. Leica M10-D continuously receives the corresponding signals and It furthermore provides quality-optimized algorithms for digital updates the GPS information. It can write this information - latitude color processing, delivering exceptionally low-noise photographs and longitude, height above sea level - to the "EXIF"...

  • Page 65: Firmware Update

    Since many camera functions are entirely controlled by software, some of these improvements and Experience the new Leica FOTOS app. The Leica FOTOS app is a additions to the functional scope can be installed in retrospect.

  • Page 66: Care/Storage

    CARE/STORAGE • When using your camera in tropical climates, make sure to expose the equipment to sunlight and fresh air as much as possible to prevent fungal growth. Storage in airtight containers CAMERA HOUSING or cases is recommended only in conjunction with a desiccant like silica gel.

  • Page 67: Viewfinder

    RECHARGEABLE BATTERY • Make sure not to apply too much lubricant to the bayonet and take particular care not to apply grease to the 6-bit encoding. • Remove the rechargeable battery if the camera will not be used Too much lubricant will result in grease residue lodging in the for an extended period of time, as the date and time setting will gap, where dirt will accumulate.

  • Page 68: Sensor

    (follow the instructions provided for the product). Clean the sensor • Please contact Leica Customer Care if you are unable to remove ▸ Press and hold the function button the particles with the methods described above.
  • Page 69 Switch the camera off on the main switch Important • Leica Camera AG will not accept any responsibility for damages caused by the user when cleaning the sensor. • Do not attempt to physically blow dust particles off the cover glass of the sensor.

  • Page 70: Faq

    Camera – Does the battery have sufficient charge? Messages: Use a charged battery. Battery capacity too low for sensor cleaning – The battery is flat. Please stop sensor cleaning immediately Replace the battery. The camera won’t switch on. – Is the battery inserted correctly? –...

  • Page 71: Factory Setting

    Maximum Auto ISO 12500 Maximum Exposure Time 1/2f White Balance Auto File Format Auto Review Capture Assistants Focus Peaking EVF Brightness Auto Auto Power Saving 10 minutes Language English This function is available only with the Leica Visoflex viewfinder attached (optional accessory).

  • Page 72: Keyword Index

    KEYWORD INDEX Exposure, manual ......... 52 Lens detection ..........40 Exposure compensation ....... 54 Lenses, compatible ........27 6-bit encoding ..........40 Exposure metering methods ......49 Live View ............. 44 Accessory ............3 Exposure setting .......... 51 Long-term exposure ........54 Aperture ............
  • Page 73 Replacement parts ......... 3 View (camera) ..........14 Reset ............64 View (lens) ........... 15 Resolution ............ 38 View angles ..........42 R lenses ............27 Viewfinder............ 42 Safety remarks ..........7 White balance ..........49 Saturation ............ 39 Scope of delivery ........... 2 SD/SDHC/SDXC card ......

  • Page 74: Technical Data

    WLAN Digital camera with rangefinder system The Leica app is required for the use of the WLAN function. Type No. The Leica app is available from the Apple App Store™ or in the Google 9217 Play Store™ Sensor CMOS chip, active surface approx. 24 x 36 mm...
  • Page 75 Exposure Magnification x0.73 (all lenses) ISO sensitivity range Large-base rangefinder Automatic ( ): ISO 200 to ISO 50000 Split or superimposed image rangefinder shown as a bright field at the Manual: ISO 100 to ISO 50000 (from ISO 200 adjustable in 1/3 ISO center of the viewfinder image increments, setting available via app only) Actual metering basis...
  • Page 76 : 1⁄180 s, slower shutter speeds available, automatic changeover to inputs: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 300 mA with automatic switch-over TTL linear flash mode with HSS-compatible Leica system flash units if or 12 VDC, 1.3 A; output: DC, rated voltage 7.4 V, 1000 mA / max. sync time is undercut 8.25 V, 1100 mA, operating conditions: +10 to +35°C, manufacturer:...

  • Page 77: Leica Customer Care

    LEICA CUSTOMER CARE Please contact the Customer Care department of Leica Camera AG for the maintenance of your Leica equipment and for help and advice regarding Leica products and how to order them. You can also contact the Customer Care department or the repair service provided by your regional Leica subsidiary for repairs or warranty claims.

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