Autofocus Metering Methods; Multi-Field; Spot/Field - Leica SL2 Instruction Manual

AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS

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The AF mode offers various metering methods for focusing. A
successful focus setting is identified by a green metering field, an
unsuccessful one is shown in red.
Factory setting:

Multi-Field

Multi-Field
▸ Select in the main menu
Focusing Focusing
▸ Select
AF Mode AF Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
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Multi-Field Multi-Field Spot Spot Field Field
Note
• AF focusing can be unsuccessful:
– If the distance to the object is too great (macro mode) or too
small
– If the object is not sufficiently illuminated
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Zone Zone Tracking Tracking Face/Body Detection Face/Body Detection
MULTI-FIELD
Several metering fields are detected automatically. This function is
particularly useful for snapshots.

SPOT/FIELD

Both methods detect only those parts of the object that are within
the relevant AF metering fields. The metering fields are indicated
by a small frame (field metering) or a cross (spot metering). The
very small measuring range for spot metering allows focusing on
tiny details of the subject.
The slightly larger measuring range in field metering is less critical
for focusing, but still permits selective metering.
These metering methods can also be used for serial exposures in
which the part of the object you want to focus on will always be at
the same off-center position in the image.
Simply move the AF metering field to another position.
▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction
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or
▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel
(while Touch AF is activated)
Notes
• In both cases, the metering fields remain at their last positions
set, even if the metering method is changed or the camera is
switched off.
• The metering fields are joined together when the exposure
metering method
methods
Spot Spot
point specified by the AF metering field, even if it is moved.
is combined with the AF metering
Spot Spot
and . Exposure metering will then occur at the
Field Field