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Page 1 LEICA C-LUX INSTRUCTIONS...
Page 2: Finding The Information You Need
Finding the information you need In these instructions, you can find the information you need from the following pages. Search from “Table of Contents” Search from the list of function names 10 - “Contents by Function” Search from “Names and 15 - Functions of the Main Parts”...
Page 3: How To Use These Instructions
How to use these instructions Recording mode icons Recording modes: In recording modes that show icons in black, you can select and execute the indicated menus and functions. (Custom Mode) has different functions depending on the recording mode that is registered.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents ■ ■ Finding the information you need ..2 Contents by Function ....... 10 ■ How to use these instructions ... 3 Before Use ■ ■ Before use ......... 12 Names and Functions ■ of the Main Parts ....... 15 Scope of Delivery ......
Page 5 Table of Contents Recording Modes ■ ■ Snapshot Modes ....... 51 Scene Modes ........67 [Snapshot Mode] menu......53 Types of Scene Modes ......68 ■ Setting coloring ..........54 Taking Pictures with Different Effects Setting brightness (exposure)/ blurriness of the background (Creative Control Mode) ....71 (Defocus control function) ......55 Types of picture effects ......72 ■...
Page 6 Table of Contents Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings ■ ■ Using Autofocus ....... 83 Taking close-up pictures ....96 ■ Taking pictures with Set the focusing operation to be performed when the shutter button is Manual Focusing ....... 97 ■...
Page 7 Table of Contents Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash ■ ■ Compensating Camera Shake ..137 Taking Pictures with the ■ Built-In Flash ........143 Using the Lens’ Zoom Function ..139 Changing the Flash Control Mode ...144 Zoom types and use ........139 2nd curtain sync........147 Using Touch zoom ........142 Flash exposure compensation ....147...
Page 8 ........227 Connecting directly ([Direct]) ....252 Installing the smartphone/tablet app Connecting quickly with the “Leica C-Lux” ...........227 same settings as used previously Connecting the camera to a smartphone ([Select a destination from History] / compatible with Bluetooth Low Energy ..228 [Select a destination from Favorite]) ..253...
Page 9 Data to a Computer ......262 Copying pictures and videos....263 Others ■ ■ List of monitor/viewfinder Usage cautions and notes ..... 285 ■ displays ..........269 Leica Service Addresses ....293 ■ Message displays ......275 ■ Q&A Troubleshooting ......277...
Page 10: Contents By Function
Contents by Function Recording Recording Picture Quality and Color Tone Recording mode ...........34 White Balance ..........103 [Preview] ............62 [Picture Size] ..........166 Panorama Shot Mode ........64 [Quality] ............167 Macro recording ..........96 [Photo Style] ..........168 Bracket recording ........128 [Filter Settings] ..........170 [Time Lapse Shot] ........131 [Color Space] ..........171 [Stop Motion Animation] ......134 [Highlight Shadow] ........173...
Page 11 [Text Stamp] ..........218 [Resize] ............219 [Cropping] ...........220 Image settings [Protect] ............210 [Rating] ............210 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Smartphone/tablet app “Leica C-Lux” Leica C-Lux app .........227 Remote start-up ..........235 Remote recording ........236 Auto transfer ..........241 Connecting with other devices Recorder Copying the Recorded Image Data to a Dubbing ............265...
Page 12: Before Use
Before Use Before use ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, monitor, viewfinder, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording. •...
Page 13 ■ No compensation for missed shots Leica Camera AG cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording. ■ Carefully observe copyright laws Unauthorized use of recordings that contain works with copyright for purposes other than personal use is prohibited under copyright law.
Page 14: Scope Of Delivery
93 856 - 860 (delivery differs depending on markets) Guarantee Card 439-399.100-026 Accessories Please visit the Leica Camera AG website for information on the extensive range of Leica C-LUX accessories: www.leica-camera.com Notes: • Memory cards are optional. • The battery pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text.
Page 15: Names And Functions Of The Main Parts
Before Use Names and Functions of the Main Parts Shutter button (→33) Stereo microphones (→30, 181) Be careful not to cover the microphones Zoom lever (→32, 139, 187) with your finger. Doing so may impair sound recording. Video button (→33, 148) Strap eyelet (→17) Thumb dial (→35, 49) Control ring (→35, 49)
Page 16 Before Use Names and Functions of the Main Parts Strap eyelet (→17) [HDMI] socket (→258) [EVF] button (→31) / [USB/CHARGE] socket (→20, 263, 266) [Fn4] button (→46) Card/Battery door (→19, 24) Flash release lever (→143) Release slider (→19, 24) [AE|AF LOCK] button (→99) Tripod thread (→288) Charging lamp (→21) / Using tripod screws with lengths of...
Page 17: Preparations
Preparations Attaching the Wrist Strap We recommend attaching the wrist strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Strap eyelet...
Page 18: Charging The Battery
Using such batteries may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that Leica Camera AG is not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery. To ensure that safe products are used we urgently recommend to use only the Leica battery BP-DC15 (→14).
Page 19: Inserting The Battery
Leica Camera AG cannot guarantee the quality of any other type of battery. ● To remove the battery, turn the camera off and wait until the Leica logo on the monitor screen goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.)
Page 20: Charging The Battery
Preparations Charging the Battery Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10°C and 30°C (50°F to 86°F) (same for the battery temperature). Insert the battery into the camera. Make sure the camera is turned off. The battery can be charged from an outlet or through a PC.
Page 21 Preparations Charging the Battery ● If the computer enters sleep mode during charging, charging may be stopped. ● If a notebook computer that is not connected to an electrical outlet is connected to the camera, the battery of the notebook computer will be depleted. Do not leave the camera and notebook connected for a long period of time.
Page 22: Remaining Battery
Preparations Charging the Battery Notes on charging time When using the AC adapter Charging time Approx. 190 min. • The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case the battery is completely depleted. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage.
Page 23 Preparations Charging the Battery Estimated number of recordable pictures and operating time The number of recordable pictures are based on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards. When a SDHC memory card and the supplied battery are used. ■ Recording pictures (When using the monitor) Number of recordable pictures Approx.
Page 24: Inserting And Removing The Card
Keep memory cards out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● To remove the card, turn the camera off and wait until the Leica logo on the monitor screen goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded...
Page 25: About The Card
Preparations About the Card The following SD standard-based cards can be used. Type of Card Capacity Notes Ι SD memory cards 512 MB – 2 GB • This camera is compatible with UHS- UHS Speed Class 3 standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards. SDHC memory cards 4 GB –...
Page 26: Formatting The Card (Initialization)
Preparations About the Card Formatting the card (initialization) Format the card before recording a picture with this camera. Since data cannot be recovered after formatting, make sure to back up necessary data in advance. → [Setup] → [Format] ● This requires a sufficiently charged battery. ●...
Page 27 Preparations About the Card Recording time capacity (videos) • The recordable time is the total time of all the videos which have been recorded. ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.) [Rec Quality] 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB [4K/100M/30p] 20m00s...
Page 28: Setting Language, Time, And Date
Preparations Setting Language, Time, and Date The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set the main [ON/OFF] switch to [ON] Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and then [MENU/SET] • The [Please set the clock] message appears. Press [MENU/SET] Press to select the items (year,...
Page 29 Preparations Setting Language, Time, and Date When [The clock setting has been completed.] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] Press to set your home area and then [MENU/SET] City or area name Current time Difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) ■...
Page 30: Basics
Basics Holding the Camera Hold the camera firmly with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart. • To prevent dropping, be sure to attach the supplied strap and wrap it around your wrist.
Page 31: Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used For Recording
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Switching between viewfinder and monitor displays Press [EVF] Eye Sensor [EVF] button You can switch between monitor and viewfinder display. Automatic switching between viewfinder and Viewfinder display Monitor display monitor When [Eye Sensor AF] in the [Custom] ([Focus / Release Shutter]) menu is set to [ON], the camera focuses automatically when the eye sensor is activated.
Page 32: How To Use The Lens' Zoom Function
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording How to use the lens’ zoom function You can determine how much of a subject is to be captured / how large a subject is to be rendered by selecting the appropriate focal length, i.e. by zooming. •...
Page 33: Taking Pictures
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Taking pictures Press the shutter button halfway (to the first pressure point) to focus on the subject Focus display ( When focus is set correctly for the targeted subject: illuminated When focus is not set correctly for the targeted subject: flashing) Aperture value Shutter speed •...
Page 34: How To Use The Mode Dial
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording How to use the mode dial Set to the desired recording mode • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode. Snapshot Mode (→51) For taking pictures with extended automatic settings. Snapshot Plus Mode (→51) For taking pictures with extended automatic settings while allowing certain manual adjustments.
Page 35: Control Ring / Thumb Dial
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Control ring / Thumb dial You can select menu items etc. by rotating the thumb dial. You can use the control ring ( )/thumb dial ( ) to change the settings for recording. Following are the pre-assigned settings. Thumb dial Mode dial Control ring...
Page 36: Cursor Buttons / [Menu/Set] Button (Selecting/Setting Items)
Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording Cursor buttons / [MENU/SET] button (Selecting/setting items) Pressing the cursor buttons: Use to select items or values etc. Pressing [MENU/SET]: Use this to confirm settings, etc. [DISP] button (Switching the display information) Press [DISP] to switch the display During recording You can switch the viewfinder/monitor display method.
Page 37 Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording ■ ] Monitor style display layout (Example of monitor style display) With information Without information With information Without information level gauge level gauge Turned off ● With [Fn Button Set] in the [Custom] ([Operation]) menu, you can assign [EVF/Monitor Disp. Style] to a function button.
Page 38 Basics Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording During playback Detailed information Without information With information display ([Highlight]) Without information 10:00 1.DEC.2018 100-0001 Press to switch between the following display modes: – Detailed information display – Histogram display – Photo style, Highlight shadow display –...
Page 39: Touch Screen Operations
Basics Touch screen operations Touch Touch and release the monitor screen. Drag Touch and slide your finger across the monitor screen. Pinch (spread/pinch) On the monitor screen, spread 2 fingers to zoom in, and pinch 2 fingers to zoom out. ●...
Page 40: Focusing On The Subject At The Touched Position (Touch Af, Touch Shutter)
Basics Touch screen operations Focusing on the subject at the touched position (Touch AF, Touch Shutter) Recording modes: Touch [ Touch the desired icon • The icon switches every time you touch one. ] (Touch AF) Focuses on the subject detail you touch. Focuses on the touched subject detail and releases the ] (Touch shutter) shutter.
Page 41: Adjusting The Exposure Based On The Touched Subject Detail ([Touch Ae])
Basics Touch screen operations Adjusting the exposure based on the touched subject detail ([Touch AE]) Recording modes: When e.g. the face of the subject is darker than you would like, you can brighten the exposure by basing it on the face. Touch [ Touch [ •...
Page 42: Menu Control
Basics Menu Control Menu settings can be made either by button or touch operation. Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu To switch between menu tabs Menu tabs Press Press to select a tab such as [ Press [MENU/SET] With touch screen operations Touch a tab, such as [ [Rec] For settings such as aspect ratio, number of pixels, 4K Photo, etc.
Page 43 Basics Menu Control Press to select the menu item and then [MENU/SET] Item Page • You can switch to the next page by rotating the thumb dial. With touch screen operations Touch the menu item • You can switch pages by touching on the right side of the display.
Page 44: Quick Menu
Basics Quick Menu You can easily call up some of the menu items and set them during recording. Press [ Rotate the thumb dial to select a menu item, and press • The menu item can also be selected by pressing Rotate the thumb dial to select the setting •...
Page 45: Customizing The Quick Menu
Basics Quick Menu Customizing the Quick Menu Up to 15 items can be assigned to the Quick Menu. → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Q.MENU] → [CUSTOM] After pressing [ ], press to select [ ], and then [MENU/SET] Press to select the menu item in the top row and then [MENU/SET] Top row: Items that can be set Bottom row: Items assigned to the Quick Menu...
Page 46: (Function Buttons)
Basics Assigning Frequently used Functions to the Buttons (Function buttons) You can assign frequently-used functions to particular buttons ([Fn1] - [Fn4]) or icons displayed on the monitor screen ([Fn5] - [Fn9]). Set the menu → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Fn Button Set] Settings: [Setting in REC mode] / [Setting in PLAY mode] Press to select the function button...
Page 47: Using The Function Buttons During Recording
Basics Assigning Frequently used Functions to the Buttons (Function buttons) Using the function buttons during recording Press the function button to use the assigned function. ■ Using the touch function buttons Touch [ Touch [Fn5], [Fn6], [Fn7], [Fn8] or [Fn9] ■...
Page 48: Using The Function Buttons During Playback
Basics Assigning Frequently used Functions to the Buttons (Function buttons) ● When [Video Record] is assigned to a function button, you can start and stop recording videos the same way as you would by pressing the video button. ● When [Focus Area Set] is assigned to a function button, you can display the AF area or the MF Assist position setting screen.
Page 49: Changing The Settings Assigned To The Control Ring/Thumb Dial
Basics Changing the Settings Assigned to the Control Ring/ Thumb Dial Recording modes: Changes the settings assigned to the control ring/thumb dial. → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Ring/Dial Set] Settings: [ ] (control ring) / [ ] (thumb dial) to select the setting and then [MENU/SET] [DEFLT] [Normal] [Photo Style] [Filter Effect]...
Page 50: Entering Text
Basics Entering Text Follow the steps below when the text entry screen is displayed. to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed • [ ]: Enter a blank. ■ To change the character type • Press [DISP] •...
Page 51: Recording Modes
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes Recording modes: These modes are recommended for those who prefer a point and shoot style, while relying on the camera to automatically select settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set the mode dial to [ •...
Page 52: Automatic Scene Detection
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes Autofocus, Face/Eye Detection, and Face Recognition [AF Mode] is automatically set to [ ]. When you touch the subject detail you want to be rendered sharply, the camera switches to [ ] and the AF tracking function starts operating.
Page 53: [Snapshot Mode] Menu
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes • When the camera identifies [ ] as the optimal scene mode and if it determines that camera shake is reduced by the use of a tripod or by other means, a shutter speed slower than usual is selected. After pressing the shutter button, do not move the camera while recording.
Page 54: Setting Coloring
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes Combining several photos into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) Recording modes: When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple photos with differing exposures and combines them to create a single picture rich in gradation.
Page 55: Setting Brightness (Exposure)/Blurriness Of The Background (Defocus Control Function)
Recording Modes Snapshot Modes Setting brightness (exposure)/blurriness of the background (Defocus control function) Recording mode: Press to display the setting screen • The brightness (exposure) operation screen is displayed. Press [Fn1] to operate the defocus control, and then press it again to finish the operation. Rotate the thumb dial to set •...
Page 56: Taking Pictures Using The Exposure Control Modes
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and Program exposure mode Recording mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. Set the mode dial to [ ] Press the shutter button halfway •...
Page 57: Aperture Priority Exposure Mode
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and Aperture Priority Exposure Mode Recording mode: Set the aperture value to a higher number if you want a larger in-focus area (in front of and behind the focused subject), or to a lower number for the opposite. Set the mode dial to [ ] Rotate the thumb dial to set the aperture value •...
Page 58: Shutter-Priority Exposure Mode
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and Shutter-Priority Exposure Mode Recording mode: Set a faster shutter speed if you want to take a sharp photo of a moving subject, or a slower speed if you want to create e.g. subject blur to emphasize a movement. Set the mode dial to [ ] Rotate the thumb dial to set the shutter speed •...
Page 59: Manual Exposure Mode
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and Manual Exposure Mode Recording mode: This mode allows you to determine the exposure by manually setting both shutter speed and aperture value. The exposure setting balance scale appears at the bottom of the screen to indicate the over-/under-/ correct exposure resulting from the respective settings.
Page 60 Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and ● The effect of the aperture value and shutter speed you have set is not applied to the monitor image. To check the effect on the monitor image, use Preview Mode. (→62) ●...
Page 61 Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and About [T] (Time) (Approximately up to 120 seconds) If you set the shutter speed to [T], the shutter stays open when the shutter button is pressed fully. The shutter closes when you press the shutter button again. Use this function when you want to keep the shutter open for an extended period, for example, to record pictures of fireworks or night scenes.
Page 62: Checking The Effects Of The Aperture Value And Shutter Speed Settings (Preview Mode)
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and Checking the effects of the aperture value and shutter speed settings (Preview Mode) Recording modes: • Checking the effect of the selected aperture value: This enables you to check the depth of field (focus range).
Page 63: Easily Set Aperture Value / Shutter Speed For Suitable Exposure (One Push Ae)
Recording Modes Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes , and ● You can take a picture even when Preview Mode is activated. ● The range in which you can check the effect of a selected shutter speed is between 8 seconds and 1/16000 seconds.
Page 64: Recording Panorama Pictures
Recording Modes Recording panorama pictures Recording mode: Consecutive photos taken while the camera is moved are combined to form a panorama. Set the mode dial to [ Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion to the recording direction to start recording Horizontal/vertical guide line Recording direction and progress status (approximate)
Page 65 Recording Modes Recording panorama pictures ■ Changing the recording direction and panning range of panorama pictures → [Panorama Shot] → [Direction] / [Picture Size] [Direction] Sets the recording direction. [Picture Size] Sets the panning range. [STANDARD] / [WIDE] • The number of recording pixels per horizontal line and vertical line of a panorama picture varies depending on the panning range, recording direction and number of stitched photos.
Page 66 Recording Modes Recording panorama pictures ■ About panorama picture playback Pressing will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording. • The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback. Start panorama playback / Pause Stop When the playback is paused, you can scroll forwards and backwards by dragging the screen. When the scroll bar is touched, the playback position jumps to the touched position.
Page 67: Scene Modes
Recording Modes Scene Modes Recording mode: If you select a scene mode suiting the subject and the recording conditions with reference to the example images, the camera will set optimal exposure, color, and focus, allowing you to record in a manner appropriate to the scene. Set the mode dial to [ Press to select the scene mode...
Page 68: Types Of Scene Modes
Recording Modes Scene Modes Types of Scene Modes Displaying the description of each scene mode and recording tips Press [DISP] while the scene selection screen is displayed • When it is set to the guide display, detailed explanations and tips for each scene are displayed. Normal display Guide display List display...
Page 69 Recording Modes Scene Modes 8: [Bright Blue Sky] 9: [Romantic Sunset Glow] 10: [Vivid Sunset Glow] 11: [Glistening Water] ● The Star filter used in this mode may also cause glistening effects on objects other than a water surface. 12: [Clear Nightscape] 13: [Cool Night Sky] 14: [Warm Glowing Nightscape] 15: [Artistic Nightscape]...
Page 70 Recording Modes Scene Modes 20: [Appetizing Food] ● For close-up recording, we recommend you avoid using the flash. 21: [Cute Dessert] ● For close-up recording, we recommend you avoid using the flash. 22: [Freeze Animal Motion] ● Default [AF Assist Lamp] setting is [OFF]. 23: [Clear Sports Shot] 24: [Monochrome]...
Page 71: Taking Pictures With Different Effects (Creative Control Mode)
Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording mode: You can select the effects to be applied from sample pictures and preview these effects on the screen. Set the mode dial to [ Press to select the picture effect (filters) Preview display •...
Page 72: Types Of Picture Effects
Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Displaying the description of each picture effect (Filter) Press [DISP] while the picture effect selection screen is displayed • When it is set to the guide display, explanations for each picture effect are displayed. Normal display Guide display List display...
Page 73 Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Picture effect Items that can be set [Expressive] Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring [Retro] Coloring Yellowish coloring Reddish coloring [Old Days] Contrast Low contrast High contrast [High Key] Coloring Pinkish coloring Light-bluish coloring [Low Key] Coloring...
Page 74 Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Picture effect Items that can be set [Soft Focus] Degree of defocusing Slight defocusing Strong defocusing [Fantasy] Vividness Subdued coloring Gaudy coloring [Star Filter] Length of the light rays Light rays are short Light rays are long Number of the light rays Smaller...
Page 75 Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) ● No audio is recorded for videos. ● When a video is recorded, the finished recording will be approximately 1/10th of the actual recorded time period. (e.g. in case of a 10-minute recording, the resulting video will be approximately 1 minute.) The recordable time displayed on the camera is approx.
Page 76 Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode) Setting the brightness (exposure)/blurriness of the background (Defocus control function) Press to display the setting screen • The brightness (exposure) operation screen is displayed. Press [Fn1] to operate the defocus control, and then press it again to finish the operation.
Page 77: Creative Video Mode
Recording Modes Creative Video Mode Recording mode: The operation for changing the aperture value, shutter speed or ISO sensitivity is the same as the operation for setting the mode dial to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] (except Program Shift Mode).
Page 78: Recording Slow Motion Videos ([High Speed Video])
Recording Modes Creative Video Mode ■ Setting the upper limit value of ISO sensitivity when [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] → [Motion Picture] → [ISO Auto Upper Limit (Video)] Settings: [AUTO] / [200] / [400] / [800] / [1600] / [3200] / [6400] Recording Slow Motion Videos ([High Speed Video]) Slow motion videos can be recorded by performing recording at a super high speed.
Page 79: Panning Or Zooming While Recording With The Camera In A Fixed Position ([4K Live Cropping])
Recording Modes Creative Video Mode Panning or zooming while recording with the camera in a fixed position ([4K Live Cropping]) By cropping your video down from the 4K angle of view to Full High Definition, you can record a video and pan and zoom in/out while leaving the camera in a fixed position. Zoom in •...
Page 80 Recording Modes Creative Video Mode Repeat step , and then set the crop end frame Crop end frame • The setting of [AF Mode] switches to [ ] (Face Detection). (Eye Detection cannot be used.) Size Size Reset Reset Press the video button (or the shutter button) to start recording Elapsed recording time Set operating time...
Page 81: Registering Your Own Settings And Recording (Custom Mode)
Recording Modes Registering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording mode: Registering your own settings ([Cust.Set Mem.]) Up to 3 sets of camera settings can be registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. ], [ ], [ • Initial setting of the Program Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Preparations •...
Page 82: Recording Using A Registered Custom Set
Recording Modes Registering your own settings and recording (Custom Mode) Recording using a registered custom set Set the mode dial to [ ] • The custom set you used last time will be called up. ■ To change a custom set Set the mode dial to [ ] Press [MENU/SET] to bring up the menu Press...
Page 83: Focus, Brightness (Exposure) And Color Tone Settings
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Recording modes: Press [ Press to select [AF] and then [MENU/SET] • Focusing starts when the shutter button is pressed halfway (→84) • Switching [AF Mode] (→85) Press the shutter button halfway Focus display ( When focus is achieved: illuminated When focus is not achieved: flashing)
Page 84: Set The Focusing Operation To Be Performed When The Shutter Button Is Pressed Halfway (Afs, Aff, Afc)
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Set the focusing operation to be performed when the shutter button is pressed halfway (AFS, AFF, AFC) Recording modes: → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [AFS/AFF/AFC] The movement of the Settings subject and the scene Description (recommended)
Page 85: Switching [Af Mode]
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Switching [AF Mode] Recording modes: This allows selecting the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be rendered sharply. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [AF Mode] Settings: [ ] (Face/Eye Detection) / [ ] (Tracking) / [...
Page 86 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Taking head-on pictures of people (Face/Eye Detection) The camera automatically detects the faces and eyes of subjects. It adjusts the focus on the eye that is closer to the camera and the exposure based on the face (when [Metering Mode] is set to [ ] (Multi Metering)).
Page 87: Automatically Locking The Focus On A Moving Subject
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject (tracking) With cursor button operations Aim the AF tracking area at the subject and press the shutter button halfway AF Tracking area When the subject is recognized, the AF tracking area turns green. When you release the shutter button, the AF tracking area turns yellow and the subject is automatically kept in focus.
Page 88: Subject Not Centered In Picture
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Subject not centered in picture (49-area-focusing) Focuses on a subject detail in the wide range area (up to 49-area-focusing) on the recording screen. Setting the shape of an AF area , etc. (Custom Multi) You can set the preferred shape of an AF area by selecting 49 frames in the AF area, based on the subject.
Page 89 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Select the AF area Selected AF area When selecting [ ] / [ ] / [ Change the shape of an AF area Touch Operation Description operation Touch Moves the position Spread / Changes the size (in 3 steps) Pinch...
Page 90 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Determining the position for focus (1-area-focusing) / (Pinpoint-focusing) (1-area-focusing) Focuses on the AF area in center of the picture. (Recommended when focus is difficult to achieve) When the subject is not in the center of the composition in [ ], you can bring the subject into the AF area, fix the focus and exposure by pressing the shutter button halfway, move the camera to the composition you want with the shutter button pressed halfway, and then take the...
Page 91: Changing The Position And Size Of The Af Area
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Changing the position and size of the AF area Recording modes: When [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] in Autofocus Mode is selected, you can change the position and size of the AF area. With [ ], you can set the lock-on position.
Page 92 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus ■ When selecting [ You can set the focus position by selecting an AF area group. The AF area, which is configured with 49 boxes, is divided into groups consisting of 9 boxes each (6 or 4 boxes for the groups located at the edges of the screen).
Page 93 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus ■ When selecting [ You can enlarge the screen to perform more precise settings of the focus position. • You cannot set the focus position at the edges of the screen. →...
Page 94: Setting The Af Area Position By Touch
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Setting the AF area position by touch Recording modes: You can move the AF area displayed on the viewfinder by touching the monitor at the desired position. → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Touch Settings] → [Touch Pad AF] [EXACT] Moves the AF area in the viewfinder by touching a desired position.
Page 95: Optimizing The Focus And Exposure Settings For A Touched Position
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Using Autofocus Optimizing the focus and exposure settings for a touched position Recording modes: → [Custom] → [Operation] → [Touch Settings] → [Touch AF] → [AF+AE] Touch the subject detail you want to optimize the exposure for •...
Page 96: Taking Close-Up Pictures
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking close-up pictures Recording modes: This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. Press [ Press to select the item and then [MENU/SET] You can take pictures of a subject as close as 3 cm (1 ″) from the lens by setting the shortest focal length with the zoom lever.
Page 97: Taking Pictures With Manual Focusing
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focusing Recording modes: Manual focusing is convenient e.g. when you want to take a series of pictures with the same focus setting or when the autofocus system does not find an appropriate setting. Press [ Press to select [MF] and then...
Page 98 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Manual Focusing Operation Touch operation Description Drag Moves the enlarged area. — Spread / Pinch Enlarges/reduces the displayed section in small steps. — Enlarges/reduces the displayed section in large steps. Switches the enlarged display.
Page 99: Taking Pictures By Locking The Focus And/Or Exposure Settings
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures by locking the focus and/or exposure settings Recording modes: You can use the AF/AE Lock function to fix the focus and exposure settings in advance and change the composition of the picture when recording. This function is convenient when you want to focus on the edge of the screen or when your subject is back-lit.
Page 100: Taking Pictures With Exposure Compensation
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording modes: Use this function when you wish to modify the exposure settings the camera delivers, e.g. when your main subject would otherwise be rendered brighter/darker than you want. Press [ Rotate the thumb dial to compensate the exposure...
Page 101: Setting The Iso Sensitivity
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Recording modes: Set ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting). → [Rec] → [Sensitivity] Select the ISO sensitivity by rotating the thumb dial ISO sensitivity ISO sensitivity is automatically set in a range up to 3200 (with the AUTO flash on: 4000) depending on the brightness of a subject.
Page 102 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the ISO Sensitivity Setting guide ISO sensitivity [125] [12500] Location Brighter Darker (recommended) (outdoors) Shutter speed Slower Faster Interference Lower Higher Subject blur Higher Lower ● For details on the available flash range used when the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO], refer to (→146).
Page 103: Setting The White Balance
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance Recording modes: In digital photography, white balance ensures neutral, i.e. natural color reproduction in any light. White balance is based on the camera being preset to reproduce a particular color as white.
Page 104 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance For taking pictures with flash as the main/dominant light source. The manually metered and set value is used. Press Point the camera at a white object such as a piece of paper, ensuring that it is inside the frame at the center of the screen, and press the shutter button •...
Page 105 Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance ■ Auto White Balance Operational Range : operational range 10000K Blue sky 9000K 8000K Cloudy sky (rain) 7000K Shade 6000K Sunlight 5000K White fluorescent lighting 4000K 3000K Incandescent lighting 2000K Sunset/sunrise Candlelight...
Page 106: Performing White Balance Fine Adjustments
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance Performing White Balance fine adjustments White Balance settings can be individually fine-tuned if colors still do not appear as anticipated. In step of “Setting the White Balance” (→103), select the White Balance and press to perform White Balance fine adjustments...
Page 107: Bracket Recording Using White Balance
Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color tone Settings Setting the White Balance Bracket recording using White Balance Bracket settings are performed based on the fine adjustment values for White Balance, and three photos with different coloring are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once.
Page 108: 4K Photo And Drive Settings
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Recording with the 4K Photo function Recording modes: You can take a series of photos with a resolution of approximately 8 million pixels with a frame rate of 30 fps.
Page 109 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Recording with the 4K Photo function Press the shutter button halfway Press and hold the shutter button fully for as long as you want to perform recording •...
Page 110 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Press the shutter button fully • The camera focuses continuously when using Autofocus. Except when in Manual Exposure Mode, it also adjusts the exposure continuously.
Page 111: Selecting Pictures From 4K Photo Series Files And Saving
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Selecting pictures from 4K photo series files and saving Select a picture with the [ ] on the playback screen, and press • The same operation can be performed by touching [ •...
Page 112 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save <Slide view screen> Position of the displayed frame Operation Touch operation Description Selects the frames to be displayed — • Frames preceding and following the selected one will be Touch / Drag displayed in slide view.
Page 113 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save <4K photo series playback screen> During pause During continuous playback Operation Touch operation Description — Selects the frames to be displayed (while paused) Touch / Drag Continuous playback / Pause (during continuous playback) Continuous rewind / Pause (during continuous rewind) Fast forward playback / Single-frame forward (while paused)
Page 114 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ■ Selecting and saving pictures on the TV screen • Set [HDMI Mode (Play)] to [AUTO] or [4K/30p]. When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K video, select [AUTO].
Page 115 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Auto Marking function The camera automatically sets markers on scenes in which a face or the movement of a subject is detected. (Example: In a scene when a vehicle passes by, a balloon bursts, or a person turns around) •...
Page 116: Notes On The 4K Photo Function
4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save Notes on the 4K Photo function ■ To change the aspect ratio Selecting [Aspect Ratio] in the [Rec] menu allows you to change the aspect ratio for 4K photos.
Page 117 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ■ The camera’s setup for the 4K Photo function The camera’s setup is automatically optimized for 4K photo recording. • The following settings are fixed. [4K] (8M) [Picture Size] [4:3]: 3328×2496...
Page 118 4K Photo and Drive Settings Recording with the 4K Photo function and selecting pictures to save ● Recording stops when the continuous recording time exceeds 15 minutes. When using an SDHC memory card, files are split into several files for recording and playback if the file size would otherwise exceed 4 GB.
Page 119: Selecting The Focusing Plane After Recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking])
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Recording modes: You can record 4K photo series files while changing the focus point and then select one of them after recording. This function is best for non-moving subjects. 4K serial photo Touch the desired focus Finished picture has the...
Page 120 4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Press the shutter button fully to start recording Recording progress bar • The focus point changes automatically while recording. When the recording progress bar disappears, recording automatically ends. •...
Page 121: Selecting A Focus Point And Saving The Picture ([Post Focus])
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Selecting a focus point and saving the picture ([Post Focus]) On the playback screen, select the image with the ] icon and press • The same operation can be performed by touching [ Touch the subject detail to be focused •...
Page 122: Determining Subject Parts To Be In Focus By Combining Several Shots And Creating A Single Picture ([Focus Stacking])
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Determining subject parts to be in focus by combining several shots and creating a single picture ([Focus Stacking]) Near Focus Distant Touch [ ] on screen in step of “Selecting a focus point and saving the picture ([Post Focus])”...
Page 123: Notes On The [Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting the focusing plane after recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking]) Touch [ ] to combine and save the picture • The picture will be saved in JPEG format with recording information (Exif information) from the nearest position’s picture, including its shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity information. Notes on the [Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking] ■...
Page 124: Selecting A Drive Mode
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Recording modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. Press [ Press to select the drive mode and then [MENU/SET] Drive Mode When the shutter button is pressed, [Single] only one picture is recorded.
Page 125: Continuous Exposure Function
Without RAW files 85 or more When recording is performed under the test conditions specified by Leica Camera AG. Pictures can be taken until the card becomes full. However, the frame rate will become slower halfway through the recording. The number of serial pictures is limited by the picture-taking conditions and the type and/or status of the card used.
Page 126 4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Focusing in continuous mode Focusing varies depending on focus settings and the setting of [Focus/Release Priority] in the [Custom] ([Focus / Release Shutter]) menu. Focus settings [Focus/Release Priority] [M], [L] [FOCUS]/ [AFS] [BALANCE]/ At the first picture...
Page 127: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
4K Photo and Drive Settings Selecting a Drive Mode Taking pictures with the self-timer ■ Setting the self-timer operation Select [Self Timer] and press in step (→124) Select the self-timer operation with , and press [MENU/SET] The shutter is activated after 10 seconds. The shutter is activated after 10 seconds and three pictures are taken at intervals of approximately 2 seconds.
Page 128: (Bracket Recording)
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Picture Series with Automatically Changing Settings (Bracket Recording) Recording modes: You can create a series of pictures in which a range of preset setting changes is applied automatically after pressing the shutter button. Set the menu →...
Page 129: Exposure Bracket
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Picture Series with Automatically Changing Settings (Bracket Recording) ● Bracket recording is disabled in the following cases. • [Glistening Water], [Glittering Illuminations], [Handheld Night Shot], [Soft Image of a Flower] (Scene Mode) • [Rough Monochrome], [Silky Monochrome], [Miniature Effect], [Soft Focus], [Star Filter], [Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) •...
Page 130: Aperture Bracket
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Picture Series with Automatically Changing Settings (Bracket Recording) Aperture Bracket Recording modes: ■ About [More Settings] (step in (→128)) [3]: Takes a specified number of pictures with different aperture values [Image Count] within the range based on the initial aperture value. [ALL]: Takes pictures using all aperture values.
Page 131: Taking Pictures Automatically At Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot]
4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] Recording modes: The camera can automatically create a picture series of subjects such as animals or plants as time elapses. To use this function, set the start time, the time between the shots and the number of pictures.
Page 132 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] Press the shutter button fully • The recording starts automatically. • During recording standby, the camera turns off automatically when no operation is performed for a preset interval. The [Time Lapse Shot] recording will continue even if the camera is turned off, and it is automatically turned on at the recording start time.
Page 133 4K Photo and Drive Settings Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot] ● This function is not intended for application-specific systems (monitoring cameras). ● When using the lens’ zoom function, the camera could tilt when the lens barrel extends. Make sure to immobilize the camera with a tripod or by other means.
Page 134: Creating Stop Motion Animation [Stop Motion Animation]
4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] Recording modes: You can create a video by connecting a series of single pictures. The pictures are recorded as a group. • Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→28) Set the menu →...
Page 135 4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] Touch [ ] to end the recording • You can also end the recording by selecting [Stop Motion Animation] in the [Rec] menu, and then pressing [MENU/SET]. • When [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON], select [End] on the confirmation screen.
Page 136 4K Photo and Drive Settings Creating stop motion animation [Stop Motion Animation] ● [Auto Shooting] may not be performed according to the preset interval because recording could take time under some recording conditions, such as when pictures are taken using a flash. ●...
Page 137: Stabilizer, Zoom And Flash
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Compensating Camera Shake Recording modes: This function automatically detects and compensates camera shake. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] → [Stabilizer] Corrects vertical and horizontal camera shake. (Normal) Corrects vertical camera shake. This setting is ideal for panning (technique of recording a subject by matching the camera movement with the movement of a (Panning) subject going in a specific direction).
Page 138 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Compensating Camera Shake ● When you use a tripod, we recommend setting [Stabilizer] to [OFF]. ● [Stabilizer] cannot be used by selecting [ ] (Normal) in Panorama Shot Mode. ● In the following cases, the [Stabilizer] will switch to [ ] (Normal), even if it is set to [ (Panning): •...
Page 139: Using The Lens' Zoom Function
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function Zoom types and use The magnification, or zoom ratios mentioned throughout these instructions and for the different settings below are based on that of the shortest focal length / maximum Wideangle setting, which is determined as 1x.
Page 140 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function [i.Zoom] Recording modes: You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original ratio with limited deterioration of resolution. → [Rec] / [Motion Picture] →...
Page 141: Digital Zoom
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function [Digital Zoom] Recording modes: Allows you to zoom 4x further than Optical/Extended optical zoom. When [Digital Zoom] is used simultaneously with [i.Zoom], you can increase the combined zoom ratio up to 4x. Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease resolution.
Page 142: Using Touch Zoom
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using the Lens’ Zoom Function Using Touch zoom Touch [ Touch [ • The slide bar is displayed. Perform zoom operations by dragging the slide • The zoom speed varies depending on the touched position. ] / [ ] Slow zooming ] Fast zooming ] / [...
Page 143: Taking Pictures With The Built-In Flash
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash Recording modes: ■ Open/Close the flash To open the flash Slide the flash release lever. • Be careful when opening the flash as it will jump out. To close the flash Press it down until it clicks into place.
Page 144: Changing The Flash Control Mode
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash Changing the Flash Control Mode Recording modes: This function allows you to select the flash mode to match the situation. → [Rec] → [Flash] → [Flash Mode] The flash is fired every time regardless of the recording : [Forced Flash On] conditions.
Page 145 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash ■ Flash settings for each exposure control mode (○: Available, –: Not available) Exposure control mode Program Mode ○ ○ ○ ○ Aperture-Priority Mode Shutter-Priority Mode ○ ○ – – Manual Exposure Mode [Clear Portrait] ○...
Page 146 Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash ■ Shutter speeds for each flash control mode Flash control Flash control Shutter speed (seconds) Shutter speed (seconds) mode mode 1/60 - 1/2000 1 - 1/2000 The shutter speed is set to 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority Mode. The shutter speed is set to T (Time) in Manual Exposure Mode.
Page 147: 2Nd Curtain Sync
Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash 2nd curtain sync Recording modes: 2nd curtain sync fires the flash at the end of the exposure as opposed to the normal firing time (at the beginning of the exposure). This can be utilized to create a certain effect (especially with slower shutter speeds, see below).
Page 148: Recording Videos
Recording Videos Recording Videos/4K Videos Recording modes: Videos, including those taken in 4K, are recorded in the MP4 format. (→150) Audio is recorded in stereo. Press the video button to start recording Recording state indicator Elapsed recording time Remaining recording time •...
Page 149 Recording Videos Recording Videos/4K Videos ● If the surrounding temperature is high, or a video is recorded continuously, [ ] is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through. Wait until the camera cools down. ● Note that if you perform operations such as zoom, using buttons or dials, while recording a video, operation noise may be recorded.
Page 150: Setting The Resolution And The Frame Rate
Recording Videos Recording Videos/4K Videos Setting the resolution and the frame rate → [Motion Picture] → [Rec Quality] [Rec Quality] Resolution Frame rate Bit rate 3840×2160 100 Mbps [4K/100M/30p] 3840×2160 100 Mbps [4K/100M/24p] [FHD/28M/60p] 1920×1080 28 Mbps [FHD/20M/30p] 1920×1080 20 Mbps [HD/10M/30p] 1280×720 10 Mbps...
Page 151: Focusing While Recording Videos
Recording Videos Recording Videos/4K Videos Focusing while recording videos ([Continuous AF]) Recording modes: Focusing varies depending on the setting of focus and the setting of [Continuous AF] in the [Motion Picture] menu. → [Motion Picture] → [Continuous AF] Focus setting [Continuous AF] Setting Allows the focus to be constantly adjusted...
Page 152: Taking Pictures While A Video Is Being Recorded
Recording Videos Taking Pictures While a Video is Being Recorded Recording modes: Press the video button fully during the recording • The simultaneous recording indicator is displayed while recording pictures. • Recording with the Touch Shutter function is also available. ●...
Page 153: Recording Snap Videos
Recording Videos Recording Snap Videos Recording modes: You can specify the recording time in advance and record videos casually like you take snapshots. The function also allows you to shift a focus at the start of recording and add fade in/out effects in advance. •...
Page 154: Changing The Settings
Recording Videos Recording Snap Videos ■ Changing the settings → [Motion Picture] → [Snap Movie] → [SET] [Record time] Sets the recording time of videos. [Pull Focus] Allows dramatic imaging expression by shifting focus gradually at the start of recording. (→155) [Fade] Adds a fade-in (gradual appearance) effect to an image and audio as recording starts or adds a fade-out (gradual disappearance) effect to them as recording...
Page 155: Touch Operation
Recording Videos Recording Snap Videos Setting up [Pull Focus] Set the frames that specify the positions where the [Pull Focus] starts (first position) and stops (second position). Touch operation Touch a subject (first position), drag your finger to the desired location (second position), and release the finger.
Page 156: Playing Back And Editing Pictures
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing your pictures Press [ ] (Playback) Press to select a picture to be displayed • When you press and hold , the pictures are displayed one after another. • Pictures can also be forwarded or rewound by rotating the thumb dial or dragging the screen horizontally.
Page 157: Viewing Videos
Returning to the previous picture Scrolling to the next picture • If you touch the screen, automatic playback will stop. ● Videos can be viewed on your computer using the software available after registering your camera on the Leica Camera AG home page (→262).
Page 158: Extracting Single Frames From Videos
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing Videos Extracting single frames from videos Display the frame you want to capture as a picture by pressing to pause a video being played back on the camera • If you press while paused, you can make finer adjustments to the positions in a video.
Page 159: Switching The Playback Method
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Switching the Playback Method Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Move the zoom lever towards the T side Current zoom position • Each time you move the zoom lever towards the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x.
Page 160: Viewing Pictures By Their Recording Date "Calendar Playback
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Switching the Playback Method Viewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback” Move the zoom lever towards the W side to display the calendar screen to select the recording date and press [MENU/SET] TUE WED Selected date 2018 •...
Page 161: Viewing Group Pictures
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing group pictures You can consecutively play back multiple pictures in a group or play back group pictures one by one. ]: Group picture saved using [4K PHOTO Bulk Saving] ]: Group pictures recorded using Focus Bracket ]: Group pictures recorded using [Time Lapse Shot] 15 pic.
Page 162 Playing Back and Editing Pictures Viewing group pictures Playing back group pictures one by one Press • The same operation can be performed by touching [ ] / [ ] / [ 15 pic. 15 pic. to scroll through the pictures •...
Page 163: Deleting Pictures
Playing Back and Editing Pictures Deleting pictures Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. [Delete Single] Press [ ] to delete displayed picture • The same operation can be performed by touching [ to select [Delete Single] and press [MENU/SET] To delete multiple (up to 100 )/To delete all pictures * A picture group is handled as 1 picture.
Page 164: Menu List
Using Menu Functions Menu list Menus to be displayed in each recording mode [Snapshot Mode] • [Snapshot Mode] (→51) • [iHandheld Night Shot] (→53) • [iHDR] (→54) [Creative Video] • [Exposure Mode] (→77) • [High Speed Video] (→78) • [4K Live Cropping] (→79) [Custom Mode] You can select your preferred custom setting group from [Set1], [Set2], and [Set3].
Page 165: Rec]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Rec] • The [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Sensitivity], [AF Mode], [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation], [Stabilizer], [i.Zoom] and [Digital Zoom] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also be changed automatically.
Page 166: [Picture Size]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Aspect Ratio] Recording modes: This function allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. → [Rec] → [Aspect Ratio] [4:3] Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV [3:2] Aspect ratio of standard 35mm film cameras [16:9]...
Page 167: [Quality]
JPEG, the compression rate. RAW is especially suited for the subsequent comprehensive editing of the image data using respective software, which is available after registering your camera on the Leica Camera AG homepage (→262). The JPEG setting [...
Page 168: [Photo Style]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Photo Style] Recording modes: You can adjust the colors and picture quality according to the concept of the picture that you want to create. → [Rec] → [Photo Style] [Standard] Standard setting. [Vivid] Setting with slightly high contrast and saturation. [Natural] Setting with slightly low contrast.
Page 169 Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ Adjusting the picture settings Standard • Picture settings are not available in the Snapshot Plus Mode. Press to select the type of Photo Style Press to select an item and press to adjust Increases the contrast in a picture. [Contrast] [–] Decreases the contrast in a picture.
Page 170: [Filter Settings]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Filter Settings] Recording modes: You can apply picture effects (filters) that are available for Creative Control Mode to images in other modes, such as Aperture-Priority Mode or Panorama Shot Mode. (→71) → [Rec] → [Filter Settings] → [Filter Effect] Settings: [ON] / [OFF] / [SET] ■...
Page 171: [Color Space]
Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ Taking two pictures with and without picture effects ([Simultaneous Record w/o Filter]) You can take two pictures at the same time by pressing the shutter button once; one with effects and one without effects. →...
Page 172: [Metering Mode]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Metering Mode] Recording modes: You can select between three different brightness metering methods. → [Rec] → [Metering Mode] [Metering Mode] Brightness measurement position Conditions The brightness is detected in Normal usage (high probability of different sections of the frame. automatically correctly exposed The exposure is then based on the main subjects even with greater...
Page 173: [Highlight Shadow]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Highlight Shadow] Recording modes: You can adjust the highlights and shadows in a picture while confirming the brightness of these areas on the screen. Set the menu → [Rec] → [Highlight Shadow] ([Standard]) No adjustments. Makes the highlighted areas brighter and shadowed areas ([Higher contrast]) darker.
Page 174: [I.dynamic]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [i.Dynamic] Recording modes: This function automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. → [Rec] → [i.Dynamic] Settings: [AUTO] / [HIGH] / [STANDARD] / [LOW] / [OFF] ●...
Page 175: [Long Shtr Nr]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [ISO Auto Upper Limit (Photo)] Recording modes: You can set the upper limit of ISO sensitivity when ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] or → [Rec] → [ISO Auto Upper Limit (Photo)] Settings: [AUTO] / [200] / [400] / [800] / [1600] / [3200] / [6400] / [12500] ●...
Page 176: [Silent Mode]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Diffraction Compensation] Recording modes: The camera enhances the resolution by correcting the blurriness caused by diffraction when the aperture is closed. → [Rec] → [Diffraction Compensation] Settings: [AUTO] / [OFF] ● Noise in the periphery of the picture may stand out with higher ISO sensitivity. [Silent Mode] Recording modes: This function allows disabling the beeps and flash at the same time.
Page 177: Shutter Type
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Shutter Type] Recording modes: You can take pictures using two types of shutter modes: the mechanical shutter and electronic shutter. Mechanical shutter Electronic shutter Flash ○ – Shutter Speed T (Time) 1 - 1/16000 (seconds) 60 - 1/2000 Mechanical shutter sound Shutter sound...
Page 178: [Hdr]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [HDR] Recording modes: The camera can combine 3 pictures taken at different exposures into a single picture with a wide range of correctly rendered brightness levels. The individual pictures used to create the HDR picture are not saved. A combined HDR picture is saved in JPEG format.
Page 179: [Multi Exp.]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Multi Exp.] Recording modes: You can create an effect similar to combining up to four exposures in a single picture. → [Rec] → [Multi Exp.] Press to select [Start] and then [MENU/SET] Decide on your composition and take the first picture •...
Page 180: Motion Picture]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Motion Picture] • The [AFS/AFF/AFC], [Sensitivity], [AF Mode], [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation], [Stabilizer], [i.Zoom] and [Digital Zoom] menu items are common for both [Rec] and [Motion Picture] menus. If a setting in one menu is changed, the setting with the same name in other menu will also be changed automatically.
Page 181: [Wind Noise Canceller]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Wind Noise Canceller] Recording modes: This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphones while maintaining sound quality. → [Motion Picture] → [Wind Noise Canceller] Settings: [HIGH] / [STANDARD] / [OFF] • [HIGH] effectively reduces the wind noise by minimizing the low-pitched sound when a strong wind is detected.
Page 182: [Custom] Menu
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Custom] [Monitor / Display] [Exposure] • [Auto Review] (→187) • [ISO Increments] (→183) • [Monochrome Live View] (→188) • [Extended ISO] (→183) • [Constant Preview] (→188) • [Exposure Comp. Reset] (→183) • [Peaking] (→188) • [Histogram] (→189) [Focus / Release Shutter] •...
Page 183: Iso Increments
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Exposure] [ISO Increments] You can change the setting to increase ISO sensitivity by 1 EV or 1/3 EV. [Extended ISO] You can extend the numeric values that can be set for ISO Sensitivity. (→101) [Exposure Comp.
Page 184: Af Assist Lamp
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Focus / Release Shutter] [Eye Sensor AF] Adjusts the focus automatically when the eye sensor is activated. ● [Eye Sensor AF] may not work when the lighting is low. [Pinpoint AF Setting] Sets the time for which the screen is enlarged when the shutter button is [Pinpoint AF Time] pressed halfway with Autofocus Mode set to [...
Page 185 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Focus / Release Shutter] [Focus/Release Priority] You can set whether to give higher priority to focusing or shutter release timing when you take pictures using Autofocus mode. You can set the priority for each focus mode ([AFS/AFF], [AFC]) separately. [FOCUS] No picture is taken unless focusing is achieved.
Page 186 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Focus / Release Shutter] [AF+MF] You can manually perform fine focusing during AF Lock (pressing the shutter button halfway when [AFS/AFF/AFC] in [Rec] menu is set to [AFS] or setting AF Lock by pressing [AF/AE LOCK]).
Page 187: Zoom Lever
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Operation] [Dial Guide] Enabling/disabling the operation guide display when switching recording modes. Example [Zoom lever] Changing the zoom operation settings. (Zoom) Zooming operates in the normal way. Each time the lever is operated, the zoom lens stops at the position for one of the preset focal lengths.
Page 188: [Monochrome Live View]
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Monochrome Live View] You can display the recording screen in black and white. This function is useful when this would make it easier to focus in Manual Focus mode. ●...
Page 189: [Center Marker]
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Histogram] Enables/disables the histogram display. When set to [ON], you can move the display position of the histogram by pressing • Direct touch operation is also possible on the recording screen. The histogram displays distribution of brightness in (Example) picture –...
Page 190: [Zebra Pattern]
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Highlight] You can set overexposed areas (areas that are too bright and where there are no shades of gray) to flash on the screen when the [Auto Review] function is activated or during playback.
Page 191: Rec Area
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Monitor / Display] [Expo.Meter] This function enables/disables the exposure meter display. Exposure meter ● When you set this function to [ON], an exposure meter is displayed during Program Shift, aperture setting, and shutter speed setting. ●...
Page 192: Face Recog
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] [Lens Position Resume] Remembers the zoom and focus positions when the camera is turned off. [Lens Retraction] Sets whether or not to retract the lens barrel shortly after the playback screen appears. [Self Timer Auto Off] Switches whether or not the self-timer is canceled when the camera is turned off.
Page 193 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] ■ Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s faces can be registered along with such information as name and birthdate. to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET] to select [New] and press [MENU/SET] Target the face within the frame and record •...
Page 194 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] Recording tips when registering face pictures Good example for registering a face • Make sure the subject’s eyes are open and mouth closed; have the subject face the camera directly, and make sure the outline of the face, the eyes and eyebrows are not hidden by hair.
Page 195: Profile Setup
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Custom] → [Lens / Others] [Profile Setup] Allows you to set a name or birthday of a baby or pet before taking a picture to record the name or age in months/years in the picture. Settings: [ ] ([Baby1]) / [ ] ([Baby2]) / [...
Page 196: Setup]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Setup] → [Setup] • [Cust.Set Mem.] (→81) • [m/ft] (→201) • [Clock Set] (→28) • [Eye Sensor] (→201) • [World Time] (→196) • [USB Mode] (→201) • [Travel Date] (→197) • [TV Connection] (→202) • [Wi-Fi] (→197) •...
Page 197: Travel Date
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] ■ To set daylight savings Press in step . (Press again to release the setting) • When daylight savings [ ] is set, the current time is advanced by 1 hour. If the setting is canceled, the time automatically returns to the current time.
Page 198: [Beep]
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Bluetooth] ■ [Bluetooth] (→228) ■ [Remote Wakeup] (→235) ■ [Returning from Sleep Mode] (→239) ■ [Auto Transfer] (→241) ■ [Location Logging] (→243) ■ [Auto Clock Set] (→244) ■ [Wi-Fi network settings] Registers a wireless access point. (→249) •...
Page 199: [Economy]
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Economy] ■ [Sleep Mode] The camera is automatically turned off if it has not been used for the time selected on the setting. • When you want to use the camera again, either press the shutter button halfway or turn it back on.
Page 200 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Monitor Display Speed] / [EVF Display Speed] Allows setting the display speed of the monitor or viewfinder. [ECO 30fps] Minimizes power consumption and the operating time is extended. You can display a moving subject in fluid motion. This setting is ideal for recording [60fps] fast-moving subjects.
Page 201: Monitor Luminance
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Monitor Luminance] Allows setting the monitor brightness according to the ambient light level. The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is (Auto) around the camera. (Mode 1) The brightness is increased. (Mode 2) The brightness is standard.
Page 202 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [TV Connection] ■ [HDMI Mode (Play)] Set the format for the output. [AUTO] Automatically sets the output resolution based on information from a connected TV. Outputs pictures with a resolution of 3840×2160 pixels using progressive scan for [4K/30p] 2160 effective scanning lines.
Page 203: Version Disp
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Language] Allows setting the language displayed on the screen. ● If you set a different language by mistake, select [ ] from the menu icons to set the desired language. [Version Disp.] Allows checking the firmware version of the camera. ●...
Page 204 Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] Allows selecting a folder for storing images. [Select Folder] • The number of files that can be stored is displayed for the folder name. Allows creating a new folder by advancing the folder number. •...
Page 205: [Reset] (Initialization)
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [No.Reset] Allows resetting picture file numbers. (The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.) • To reset folder number to 100: First, format the card, and reset the file numbers using [No.Reset]. Then, select [Yes] on the folder number reset screen.
Page 206: My Menu]
Using Menu Functions Menu list → [Setup] [Level Gauge Adjust.] ■ [Adjust.] Hold the camera in a horizontal position, and press [MENU/SET]. The level gauge will be adjusted. ■ [Level Gauge Value Reset] Restores the default level gauge setting. [My Menu] Allows you to register frequently used menus and display them on [My Menu].
Page 207: Playback]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Playback] • [Slide Show] (→208) • [Clear Retouch] (→217) • [Playback Mode] (→209) • [Text Stamp] (→218) • [Protect] (→210) • [Resize] (→219) • [Rating] (→210) • [Cropping] (→220) • [Title Edit] (→211) • [Rotate] (→220) •...
Page 208: [Slide Show]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Slide Show] Allows automatically playing back recorded pictures, one after another. You can organize slide shows composed of only pictures or only videos. Recommended when viewing on a TV screen. → [Playback] → [Slide Show] to select the item and press [MENU/SET] •...
Page 209: Playback Mode
Using Menu Functions Menu list ■ To change settings Select [Effect] or [Setup] and press [MENU/SET]. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [Setup] [Duration] [Duration] can be set only when [Effect] is set to [OFF]. [Repeat] [ON] / [OFF] [Sound]...
Page 210: Image Settings [Protect]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Protect] For setting protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. → [Playback] → [Protect] Select a picture (→207) ■ To clear all Select [Protect] → [Cancel] → [Yes], and press [MENU/SET] When you set the write-protect switch on the card to the “LOCK” position, the picture is not erased.
Page 211: [Title Edit]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Title Edit] Allows you to enter characters (titles etc.) on a recorded picture. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (→218). → [Playback] → [Title Edit] Select a picture (→207) •...
Page 212: [Raw Processing]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [RAW Processing] You can use the camera to edit pictures that were recorded in RAW format. The created pictures are saved in JPEG format. → [Playback] → [RAW Processing] Press to select RAW file and then [MENU/SET] Press to select the item and then [MENU/SET] to •...
Page 213 Using Menu Functions Menu list Press [MENU/SET] to finalize the setting • The screen in step reappears. To set another item, repeat steps Press to select [Begin Processing] and then [MENU/SET] ■ Setting each item When you select an item, the setting screen appears. Touch Operation Description...
Page 214: [4K Photo Bulk Saving]
Using Menu Functions Menu list The following operating methods are available to make adjustments on the comparison screen. Current setting Touch Operation Description operation Drag Used to make adjustments [DISP] [DISP.] Used to return to the setting screen Used to finalize an adjustment you [MENU/SET] [Set] just made and to return to the item...
Page 215: [Light Composition]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Light Composition] Allows you to select multiple frames from 4K picture series files that you wish to combine. Parts of the image that are brighter than the preceding frame will be superimposed on the preceding frame to combine the frames into one picture. →...
Page 216: [Sequence Composition]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Sequence Composition] Allows you to select multiple frames from a 4K picture series file to create a sequence composition of a moving subject into one picture. → [Playback] → [Sequence Composition] to select the 4K picture series files and press [MENU/SET] Select the frames to combine Select the frames so that the moving subject will not overlap on the preceding or subsequent frames.
Page 217: [Clear Retouch]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Clear Retouch] Allows you to erase unnecessary parts recorded on the pictures. • The erasing operation can only be performed by touching. [Clear Retouch] automatically enables touch operation. → [Playback] → [Clear Retouch] to select a picture and press [MENU/SET] Drag your finger over the part you want to erase •...
Page 218: [Text Stamp]
Using Menu Functions Menu list ● Pictures may appear unnatural because the background of deleted parts is artificially created. ● Edit group pictures one by one. The edited pictures will be newly saved separately from the original group pictures. ● This function is not available when the viewfinder is in use.
Page 219: [Resize]
Using Menu Functions Menu list ● Do not request date printing in store or make date printing on printer for pictures with date stamps. (Date printing may be overlapped.) ● You can set up to 100 pictures at one time with [Multi]. ●...
Page 220: [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.]
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Cropping] Allows you to enlarge your pictures and crop out unwanted areas. → [Playback] → [Cropping] to select a picture and press [MENU/SET] Select the area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Operation Touch operation Description Enlarges the picture Reduces the picture Drag...
Page 221: Video Divide
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Video Divide] A single video can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when traveling.
Page 222: Stop Motion Video
Using Menu Functions Menu list [Stop Motion Video] Allows you to create a video from the pictures in a group that were recorded using [Stop Motion Animation]. → [Playback] → [Stop Motion Video] to select a stop motion animation group and press [MENU/SET] Create a video after selecting a production method •...
Page 223 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth What you can do with the Wi-Fi /Bluetooth function ® ® Operating the camera by connecting it to a smartphone • Tripping the camera’s shutter using a smartphone (remote recording) (→236) • Playing back or saving images stored on the camera (iOS devices) (→240) •...
Page 224 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■ Before Use • Complete the date and time settings in advance. (→28) • To use the Wi-Fi function on this camera, a wireless access point or a destination device equipped with the wireless LAN function is required. ■...
Page 225 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■ Operations that can be performed by pressing the [Wi-Fi] button If you press the [Wi-Fi] button when you do not have a Wi-Fi connection, the camera enters a standby mode in which it can connect directly to the smartphone. (→230) •...
Page 226 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Function ■ Describing method When selecting “[Select a destination from History]”, etc. is described in a step, perform any of the following operations. With cursor button operations Use cursor buttons to select [Select a destination from History] and press [MENU/SET]. With touch screen operations Touch [Select a destination from History].
Page 227: Smartphone/Tablet App "Leica C-Lux" Leica C-Lux App
The “Leica C-Lux” app must be installed on your smartphone. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Leica C-Lux” The “Leica C-Lux” app is an application provided by Leica Camera AG that allows your smartphone to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible Leica compact digital camera.
Page 228: Connecting The Camera To A Smartphone Compatible With Bluetooth Low Energy
→ [SET] → [Pairing] • The camera enters pairing standby mode and displays its device name. (On your smartphone) Start the “Leica C-Lux” app • If a message is displayed indicating that the smartphone is searching for cameras, close the message. Select [Bluetooth] Turn on Bluetooth Select the device name displayed on the camera’s screen from the [Camera enable to...
Page 229: Connecting The Camera To A Smartphone
• When you need to change the connected device, follow the on-screen message to change the setting. Start the “Leica C-Lux” app • The paired smartphone will be registered as a paired device after connected via Wi-Fi.
Page 230 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Connecting the camera to a smartphone ■ Deleting the pairing information (On the camera) Set the menu → [Setup] → [Bluetooth] → [Bluetooth] → [SET] → [Delete] Select the smartphone you want to delete (On your smartphone) Select the camera (device name) for which to delete the pairing information from the [Camera registered] list, and delete the registration.
Page 231 • (For iOS devices) A confirmation screen will be displayed. Select [OK] to proceed. Use the “Leica C-Lux” app to scan the QR code displayed on the screen of the camera • If you press [MENU/SET] on the camera, the QR code will be enlarged.
Page 232 Enter the password displayed on the camera (For first time connection only) Start the “Leica C-Lux” app Connecting without using the password You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on this camera without entering a password on your smartphone.
Page 233 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera Start the “Leica C-Lux” app • When the connection confirmation screen appears on the camera, select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET]. (Only when making a connection for the first time.)
Page 234 → [Yes] • You can also terminate the connection by pressing the [Wi-Fi] button on the camera. On the smartphone, close the “Leica C-Lux” app ● When recording with 4K Pre-series with the smartphone, terminate the connection only after switching to 4K picture series recording by pressing [...
Page 235: Remote Start-Up
[Setup] → [Bluetooth] → [Remote Wakeup] → [ON] Set the camera’s main switch to [OFF] On the smartphone, start up the “Leica C-Lux” app, and set the Bluetooth function to a state in which a connection can be made (standby state)
Page 236: Remote Recording
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ■ Turning off the camera with the smartphone Select [ Select [ OFF] ● When [Remote Wakeup] is set to [ON], the Bluetooth function continues to operate even after the camera is turned off, thus causing the battery to drain. Tripping the camera’s shutter using a smartphone (remote recording) Wireless connectivity required:...
Page 237 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ● The camera could tilt when the lens barrel extends. Make sure to immobilize the camera with a tripod or by other means. ● This function is not available in the following cases: •...
Page 238 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone Using the smartphone to operate the camera’s shutter via a Bluetooth connection only Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Make a Bluetooth connection to the smartphone (→228) Operate the smartphone Select [ Select [Shutter Remote Control] Take the pictures •...
Page 239 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ■ Reducing the time to recover from Sleep mode Select the smartphone function to be used as a priority function when waking the camera from [Sleep Mode] with a smartphone. Preparation Set [Bluetooth] and [Remote Wakeup] to [ON]. (→235) →...
Page 240 Select [ • You can switch a device of pictures to be displayed using the icon at the top left on the screen. Select [Leica] to display a picture Switch the saved in the camera. device of the...
Page 241: Auto Transfer
] is displayed on the recording screen. If you set [Auto Transfer] to [ON] in advance, the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connection will be automatically established and Auto Transfer enabled the next time you turn on the camera and start up the “Leica C-Lux” app on your smartphone.
Page 242 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone ■ To stop the automatic transfer of images In step , select [OFF]. • A confirmation screen is displayed, asking you to terminate the Wi-Fi connection. ● When [Auto Transfer] in [Bluetooth] is set to [ON], [Wi-Fi Function] is disabled. ●...
Page 243: Writing Location Information Of A Smartphone On A Recorded Image
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone Writing location information of a smartphone on a recorded image Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth The smartphone sends its location information to the camera via Bluetooth, and the camera performs recording while writing the acquired location information. Bluetooth The camera performs recording The smartphone acquires...
Page 244: Synchronizing The Camera's Clock With A Smartphone
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Controlling the Camera with a Smartphone Synchronizing the camera’s clock with a smartphone Wireless connectivity required: Bluetooth Synchronize the [Clock Set] setting in the [Setup] menu and [Home] or [Destination] setting in the [World Time] of the camera with those of a smartphone. Make a Bluetooth connection to the smartphone (→228) Select the camera’s menu →...
Page 245: Sending Pictures To A Smartphone
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a smartphone ■ Images that can be sent 4K Picture Series file JPEG Pictures recorded in [Post Focus] ○ ○ ○ – An Android 7.0 or higher or iOS 10.0 or higher operating system is required. Sending by [Send Images While Recording] is not available.
Page 246 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a smartphone Preparation Install the “Leica C-Lux” app in advance. (→227) → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [New Connection] → [Send Images While Recording] / [Send Images Stored in the Camera] Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→249, 252) (On your smartphone) ■...
Page 247: Send Images While Recording
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a smartphone [Send Images While Recording] A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. • [ ] is displayed on the recording screen while connected by [Send Images While Recording], and [ ] is displayed while files are being sent.
Page 248: Send Images Stored In The Camera
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Sending pictures to a smartphone [Send Images Stored in the Camera] You can select and send recorded images. When selecting [Single Select] Select the picture Select [Set] When selecting [Multi Select] Select the picture (repeat) • If selected again, the setting will be canceled. Select [OK] •...
Page 249: About Wi-Fi Connections
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections The following types of connections are available. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] [New Connection] A connection is made by selecting a Wi-Fi function and the connected device. When the following screen is displayed, select either [Via Network] (→249) or [Direct] (→252) and make a connection.
Page 250 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections • The settings screen will only appear during the first connection. Connection methods set on this camera are stored and will be used for subsequent connections. If you want to change the wireless access point to connect to, press [DISP], then change the connecting destination.
Page 251 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections ■ When connecting with [Manual Input] • When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, network authentication type, encryption type, encryption key of the wireless access point you are using. On the screen of step of “If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [From List])”, select [Manual Input] Enter the SSID of the wireless access point you are connecting to, then select [Set] •...
Page 252: Connecting Directly ([Direct])
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Connecting directly ([Direct]) You can directly connect the camera to your device. [WPS (Push-Button)] On the camera screen, select [WPS (Push-Button)] Set the device to WPS mode • You can extend waiting time for a connection by pressing [DISP] on this [WPS Connection] camera.
Page 253 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Connecting quickly with the same settings as used previously ([Select a destination from History] / [Select a destination from Favorite]) The camera keeps a history of times you used the Wi-Fi function. You can register items in the history to Favorite.
Page 254 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth About Wi-Fi connections Editing items registered in Favorite → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Function] → [Select a destination from Favorite] Select the Favorite item you wish to edit and press [Remove from Favorite] — [Change the Order in Favorite] For selecting the destination.
Page 255: Wi-Fi Setup]
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth [Wi-Fi Setup] Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. → [Setup] → [Wi-Fi] → [Wi-Fi Setup] [Priority of Remote Device] (→236) [Wi-Fi Password] [ON]: Connects the camera and a smartphone using an SSID and You can improve security password.
Page 256: Connecting With Other Devices
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing 4K videos ■ Viewing on a TV When you connect the camera to a 4K-compatible TV and play back a video recorded with [Rec Quality] of [4K], you can enjoy high-resolution 4K images. Although resolution output will be lower, you can also play back 4K videos by connecting to a high-definition TV and other devices that do not have 4K support.
Page 257: Saving 4K Videos
Storing 4K videos on your PC You can use the software available for downloading after registering your camera on the Leica Camera AG homepage to import 4K videos to a PC. (→262) • For details, refer to the software instructions.
Page 258: Viewing On A Tv
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing on a TV Preparation Turn off both camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV Check the plug orientation and insert it straight. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug and socket terminals could become deformed and cause faulty operation.) Also, do not insert into the wrong socket.
Page 259 Connecting with Other Devices Viewing on a TV ● Bars may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on the aspect ratio setting. ● Change the screen mode on your TV if the picture is displayed with the top or bottom cut off. ●...
Page 260: Recording While Monitoring Camera Images
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing on a TV Recording while monitoring camera images When using the HDMI output, you can take pictures while monitoring the camera image on a TV, etc. ■ Switching the information displayed You can change the display shown during HDMI output using [HDMI Info Display (Rec)] in [TV Connection] on the [Setup] menu.
Page 261: Hdtv Link (Hdmi) (Hdavi Control™)
Connecting with Other Devices Viewing on a TV HDTV Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is HDTV Link (HDMI)? ● HDTV Link is a function that automatically links this camera to HDTV compatible devices via HDMI micro cables for enabling easy operation with the HDTV remote control.
Page 262: Copying The Recorded Image Data To A Computer
To utilize the software, it must be installed first. Three preparatory steps are necessary: Register your camera on the Leica Camera AG homepage. a. Open an account at http://owners.leica-camera.com. As a result, you will receive access to the “Owners area”.
Page 263: Copying Pictures And Videos
Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may damage the camera. • Do not use any other USB cables except a genuine Leica USB cable of the supplied type. Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction.
Page 264 Folder number Card LXXX0001.JPG .JPG : Pictures ● Windows .RWL : Pictures recorded in RAW file Drive (“LEICA”) is .MP4 : [MP4] videos, displayed in “Computer”. 4K picture series files ● File number Drive (“LEICA”) is Color Space L: sRGB displayed on the desktop.
Page 265: Storing Recorded Pictures And Videos In A Recorder
Connecting with Other Devices Storing recorded pictures and videos in a recorder If you insert a card that has pictures recorded with this camera into an accordingly equipped recorder, you can dub the content to a Blu- ray Disc or DVD etc. •...
Page 266: Printing
Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may damage the camera. • Do not use any other USB cables except a genuine Leica USB cable of the supplied type. Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction.
Page 267: Printing Multiple Pictures
Connecting with Other Devices Printing Printing multiple pictures Multiple pictures can be printed at one time. Press to select [Multi Print] in step of “Printing” (→266) to select the item and press [MENU/SET] [Multi Select] Scrolls between pictures with , select pictures to print with [MENU/SET] (Press [MENU/SET] again to release selection.) Press [DISP] to execute [Select All]...
Page 268: Printing With Date And Text
Connecting with Other Devices Printing ■ Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Sets number of pictures (up to 999 pictures). [Paper Size] Sets the paper size.
Page 269: List Of Monitor/Viewfinder Displays
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays • The following images are examples of when [Monitor Disp. Set] is set to [ ] (monitor style) in the monitor. • The information displayed, such as histograms, magnifications, and numeric values, are only for the purpose of reference. In recording Elapsed recording time XXmXXs...
Page 270 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays [Quality] (→167) Name (→195) 120fps [High Speed Video] (→78) Travel elapsed days (→197) [AFS/AFF/AFC] (→84)/ Age in years/months (→195) AFS AFF AFC MF MF (→97) Location (→197) Focus Bracket (→130) Current date/time Travel destination setting (→196) [AF Mode] (→85) Exposure meter (→191)
Page 271 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays Coloring (→55) Defocus control function [Dial Guide] (→187) (→55, 76) AWBc White Balance (→103) Brightness (exposure) (→55, 76) White Balance Bracket (→107) Type of defocus ([Miniature White Balance Fine Adjustment Effect]) (→74) (→106) [One Point Color] (→75) Coloring (→54) [Sunshine] (→75) Number of recordable pictures...
Page 272 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays In playback 15 pic. 15 pic. 1ST DAY 1ST DAY 11 months 20 days 11 months 20 days Playback Mode (→209) Icon indicating the presence of a marker (→112, 113) Protected picture (→210) 4K Photo (4K picture series With location information file) (→108) (→243)
Page 273 Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays Clear Retouch completed icon Name (→193, 195) (→217) Location (→197) Acquiring information icon Title (→211) Playback (Videos) (→157) Age in years/months (→193, 195) 1ST DAY Travel elapsed days (→197) Picture Group Display (→162) [Silent Mode] (→176) Recording information Multi Playback (→159) Delete (→163)
Page 274: Histogram Display
Others List of monitor/viewfinder displays Detailed information display Histogram display 5500 10:00 1.DEC.2018 10:00 1.DEC.2018 100-0001 100-0001 Photo style, Highlight shadow display White balance display Standard Color Temperature 5500K Contrast Sharpness Noise Reduction Saturation 10:00 1.DEC.2018 10:00 1.DEC.2018 100-0001 100-0001 Lens information display Focal Length 8.8mm...
Page 275: Message Displays
• Use a compatible card. (→25) ■ Battery [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Leica battery. Consult your dealer or your nearest Leica Customer Care center if the display still remains. • Wipe any dirt away from the battery terminals.
Page 276 After you format the card, execute [No.Reset] in the [Setup] menu to reset the folder number to 100. (→205) [Please turn camera off and then on again] / [System Error] • Turn the camera on again. (Consult your dealer or your nearest Leica Customer Care center if the display still remains.)
Page 277: Troubleshooting
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→277 - 284) first. If the problem persists, Performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→205). ■ Battery, power The charging lamp flashes. • Charging is being performed in a place with extremely high or low temperatures. →...
Page 278 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Recording Striping or flicker may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting and LED lighting fixture. • This is characteristic of MOS-type sensors like the one in this camera. This is not a malfunction. • If you are taking pictures using the electronic shutter, the striping may be reduced by setting a slower shutter speed.
Page 279 Others Q&A Troubleshooting Recorded pictures appear ‘grainy’, or there is interference. • We recommend trying the following methods. → Use a lower ISO sensitivity (→101). → Either adjust [Noise Reduction] of [Photo Style] to a higher setting or set each item other than [Noise Reduction] to a lower setting.
Page 280 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Videos Videos cannot be recorded. • When a large capacity card is used, you may not be able to take a picture for a while after you turn on the camera. Video recording stops midway. • When the ambient temperature is high or a video is recorded continuously, the camera may display ] and stop the recording.
Page 281 → It is recommended to use the software available for downloading after registering your camera on the Leica Camera AG homepage (→262) to write pictures from PC to card. • Set [Playback Mode] to [Normal Play]. (→209) Red areas in pictures appear blackened.
Page 282 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Wi-Fi function A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. The transmission gets disconnected. A wireless access point is not displayed. General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection • Use within the communication range of the wireless LAN network. •...
Page 283 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ TV, computer, printer No image appears on the TV. The image is blurred or not colored. • The connection is not correct (→258). • The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. HDTV Link (HDMI) is not working. •...
Page 284 Others Q&A Troubleshooting ■ Others The lens makes a clicking noise. • When the camera is turned on or off, the lens is moved, or an aperture setting is changed, such a noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction. •...
Page 285: Usage Cautions And Notes
Others Usage cautions and notes When in use ● Keep this camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this camera on top of or near a TV, its pictures and/or sound may be disrupted by electromagnetic fields.
Page 286: Caring For Your Camera
Others Usage cautions and notes Caring for your camera To clean your camera, remove the battery, and/or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ● Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn stains, before wiping with a dry cloth. ●...
Page 287 Others Usage cautions and notes Lens ● Do not exert excessive force on the lens. ● Images may appear slightly white if the front lens surface is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). Turn the camera on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 288 • Do not touch the card’s terminals or allow them to become dirty or wet. ● Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Leica Camera AG will not be liable for any damage caused due to loss of recorded data. ●...
Page 289: Personal Information
• Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations. Leica Camera AG will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the alteration or loss of data containing personal information.
Page 290 LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Leica Camera AG will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Page 291 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Leica Camera AG is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ●...
Page 292 This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently for Leica Camera AG, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Leica Camera AG, (3) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0 (GPL V2.0), (4) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License, Version 2.1...
Page 293: Leica Service Addresses
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Leica C-LUX Instructions Manual

Finding the Information You Need

How to Use These Instructions

Contents by Function

Before Use

Scope of Delivery

Accessories

Names and Functions of the Main Parts

Preparations

Attaching the Wrist Strap

Charging the Battery

Inserting and Removing the Card

About the Card

Basic Settings [Format]

Setting Language, Time, and Date

Basics

Holding the Camera

Buttons/Ring/Dials/Levers Used for Recording

Touch Screen Operations

Exposure [Touch AE]

Menu Control

Quick Menu

Customization Function Buttons

(Function Buttons)

Changing the Settings Assigned to the Control Ring/Thumb Dial

Entering Text

Recording Modes

Snapshot Modes

Taking Pictures Using the Exposure Control Modes

Recording Panorama Pictures

Scene Modes

Taking Pictures with Different Effects (Creative Control Mode)

Creative Video Mode

Registering Your Own Settings and Recording (Custom Mode)

Focus, Brightness (Exposure) and Color Tone Settings

Using Autofocus

Focus (AF/MF) Autofocus

Taking Close-Up Pictures

Taking Pictures with Manual Focusing

Taking Pictures by Locking the Focus And/Or Exposure Settings

Taking Pictures with Exposure Compensation

Setting the ISO Sensitivity

Setting the White Balance

Picture Quality and Color Tone White Balance

4K Photo and Drive Settings

Recording with the 4K Photo Function and Selecting Pictures to Save

4 Photo [4K PHOTO]

Selecting the Focusing Plane after Recording ([Post Focus]/[Focus Stacking])

Drive Drive Mode

Selecting a Drive Mode

(Bracket Recording)

Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals [Time Lapse Shot]

[Time Lapse Shot]

Creating Stop Motion Animation [Stop Motion Animation]

Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash

Compensating Camera Shake

Using the Lens' Zoom Function

Taking Pictures with the Built-In Flash

Flash [Flash Mode]

2 Nd Curtain Sync

Recording Videos

Recording Videos/4K Videos

Taking Pictures While a Video Is Being Recorded

Recording Snap Videos

Playback Picture Playback

Playing Back and Editing Pictures

Viewing Your Pictures

Viewing Videos

Switching the Playback Method

Viewing Group Pictures

Deleting Pictures

Menu List

Image Settings [Protect]

Smartphone

About Wi-Fi Connections

Wi-Fi Setup]

Connecting with Other Devices

Viewing 4K Videos

Viewing on a TV

Copying the Recorded Image Data to a Computer