Exposure Modes; Selecting A Mode - Leica SL2 Instruction Manual

EXPOSURE MODES

There are four exposure modes available to adjust the rendering of
the object or to create the desired picture composition:
– Automatic program (P)
– Aperture priority mode (A)
– Shutter priority mode (S)
– Manual setting (M)

SELECTING A MODE

Via the thumbwheel
▸ Press the thumbwheel
• The currently selected mode is shown in the top display. The
currently selected mode is marked in red on screen.
▸ Turn the thumbwheel to select the desired mode.
• The mode display changes in the top display and on screen.
All modes can be reached by turning the wheel in either
direction.
• The selected mode will be applied automatically approx. 2 s
after the thumbwheel is moved the last time.
To apply the selected mode immediately
▸ Press thumbwheel/joystick
or
▸ Tap the shutter button
Via the status screen
▸ Touch the control panel briefl y
▸ Tap the desired exposure mode
Note
• When using a lens with an aperture setting ring (e.g. Leica M
lenses), only the exposure modes A (aperture priority) and M
(manual setting) will be available. Where that is the case,
displayed as the aperture value.
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