FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
EN
The camera determines the necessary fl ash intensity by fi ring one
or more pre-fl ashes before taking the actual picture. The main fl ash
fi res immediately after, i.e. during exposure
COMPATIBLE FLASH UNITS
The following fl ash units off er a TTL fl ash metering function and –
depending on the model – a varying number of the functions
described in this manual:
– Leica system fl ash units like the SF 40 and SF 60
– Other commercially available fl ash units with a standard fl ash
foot and positive center contact
contact).
– Studio fl ash units (fi red via synchronization cable)
Activate the
Flash setting if you will be using fl ash units that are not directly
1
compatible with the camera and will therefore not automatically adjust the white
balance of the camera.
92
(fi red via the center/X
1
ATTACHING THE FLASH UNIT
▸
Switch off the camera and fl ash unit
▸
Pull off the accessory shoe cover and store it in a safe place
▸
Slide the foot of the fl ash unit all the way into the accessory
shoe and use the clamping nut (where available) to secure it
against accidental movement
• Movement inside the accessory shoe can interrupt required
contacts and therefore cause malfunctions.
DETACHING THE FLASH UNIT
▸
Switch off the camera and fl ash unit
▸
Detaching the fl ash unit
▸
Replace the accessory shoe cover
Note
• The accessory shoe cover should always be attached when no
accessory is used.