Autofocus Metering Methods; Multi-Field Metering; Spot/Field Metering - Leica Q2 Instruction Manual

AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS

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
▸ Select in the main menu
Focusing
▸ Select
AF Mode
▸ Select the desired setting
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Multi-Field Spot Field Tracking
Notes
• 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
• Touch AF allows a direct placement of the AF metering field. See
p. 76 for more information.
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Face Detection

MULTI-FIELD METERING

Several metering fields are detected automatically. This function is
particularly useful for snapshots.

SPOT/FIELD METERING

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 (see p. 88).