Page 1 LEICA SL2-S Instruction manual SL2-S/EN/2022/05/3.0/1...
Page 2: Foreword
Leica SL2-S. Please read this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the full scope of functions your camera has – Leica SL2-S to offer. You can find all information about the Leica SL2-S whenever – Lithium-ion rechargeable battery Leica BP-SCL4 you need it at https://SL2-S.leica-camera.com.
Page 3: Replacement Parts / Accessories
Please read the chapters “Legal information”, “Safety remarks”, and “General information” before using your camera for the first Please contact Leica Customer Care or visit the Leica Camera AG time. Knowledge of the content will prevent inadvertent damage website for information on the extensive range of Leica replacement to the product, possible injuries and other risks.
Page 4: Legal Information
Leica Camera AG. In that respect, AVC Standard within the scope of personal use and/or which the Leica Camera AG reserves the right to changes and errors. The im- consumer has received from the provider, who is in possession of ages in this manual may depict accessory, special features or other a license to offer AVC Video.
Page 5 Specific regional approvals for this device can be found in the camera tive documentation. Due to the amount of creativity that has gone menu. into its design, we ask for your understanding that Leica Camera AG ▸ Select in the main menu...
Page 6 English Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Leica Camera AG” declares that this product is in compliance with the This device contains electric and/or electronic components which essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
Page 7 WLAN devices. the WLAN function is enabled. A list, including networks you are • Leica Camera AG shall not accept liability for damages arising not authorized to access, will be displayed (SSID: Network identi- from the use of the camera for purposes other than as a WLAN fier for a WLAN network).
Page 8: Safety Remarks
SAFETY REMARKS arable damage. This component must only be cleaned with a dry cloth (in system cameras). • Use a cotton or linen cloth instead of a microfiber cloth from an GENERAL INFORMATION optician's (synthetic) when cleaning the contacts. Make sure to discharge any electrostatic charge by deliberately touching a •...
Page 9 Leaked fluid can catch fire! of the camera. • The use of other chargers not approved by Leica Camera AG can cause damage to the batteries – and in extreme cases – cause RECHARGEABLE BATTERY serious or life-threatening injuries.
Page 10 • Do not drop or bend memory cards as this will cause damage and • The use of incompatible flash units with your Leica SL2-S may re- result in the loss of stored data. sult in irreparable damage to the camera and/or the flash unit.
Page 11 GENERAL INFORMATION...
Page 12: General Information
Please contact your dealer, pants pocket, as they will attract lint and dust, which could then the Leica representative in your region or Leica Camera AG if the be accidentally introduced into the camera.
Page 13 • Please note that Leica Camera AG does NOT accept liability for storage capacity. direct or consequential damage due to the manipulation or de- •...
Page 14 Visit the download section or the “Customer Area” for information about how to register or how to get firmware updates for your Leica SL2-S. Additionally, you can find information about changes or addi- tions to the manual at: https://club.leica-camera.com Leica releases firmware updates for lenses at irregular intervals.
Page 15: Warranty
In addition to your statutory warranty rights regarding your dealer, you will receive an additional Leica Camera AG product warranty valid from the date of purchase at an authorized Leica retailer. Pre- viously, the product warranty was included with the product in the packaging.
Page 16: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS CAMERA OPERATION .................50 CONTROL ELEMENTS ..................50 FOREWORD .................... 2 MAIN SWITCH ......................50 SHUTTER BUTTON ....................51 SCOPE OF DELIVERY ................2 FRONT DIAL ......................52 REPLACEMENT PARTS / ACCESSORIES ..........3 THUMBWHEEL ......................52 LEGAL INFORMATION................4 JOYSTICK .........................53 PLAY BUTTON/MENU BUTTON ................53 SAFETY REMARKS ................
Page 17 < < < PHOTO MODE > > > ..............88 SETTING WHEEL ASSIGNMENTS ................72 WHEN USING AF LENSES ....................73 PHOTO SETTINGS ................88 WHEN USING MF LENSES ..................... 74 SENSOR FORMAT .................... 88 ROTATION DIRECTION OF THE SETTING WHEELS..........75 FILE FORMAT ....................89 JOYSTICK FUNCTIONS ...................75 LOCKING THE OPERATING ELEMENTS ..............76 RESOLUTION ....................
Page 18 PRACTICAL DEFAULT SETTINGS .............102 ZONE ..........................115 TRACKING ........................115 TOUCH AF ....................... 102 PERSON DETECTION (FACE DETECTION) ..............116 TOUCH AF IN EVF MODE ..................102 AF SETTINGS ......................117 PERSONALIZED LENS SETTINGS ..............103 AF PROFILES ........................117 EV INCREMENT ....................103 PRE FOCUS ........................119 AUXILIARY DISPLAYS ..................
Page 19 EXPOSURE ...................... 132 SYNC POINT ........................ 157 FLASH RANGE ...................... 158 SHUTTER TYPE ..................... 133 FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION ..............159 EXPOSURE MODES ....................136 SELECTING A MODE....................136 REVIEW MODE ...................162 FULLY AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – P .............137 CONTROL ELEMENTS IN REVIEW MODE ........... 162 AUTOMATIC PROGRAM –...
Page 20 < < < VIDEO MODE > > > ..............176 DATA MANAGEMENT ..................190 SEGMENTED RECORDING ................... 190 VIDEO SETTINGS ................176 FORMATTING A MEMORY CARD ................ 190 SENSOR FORMAT ..................176 DATA STRUCTURE ....................191 FILE FORMAT ....................176 EDIT FILE NAMES ....................192 VIDEO FORMAT ....................
Page 21 REC FRAME ......................204 APPLICATION ....................... 227 WAVEFORM MONITOR (WFM) ................205 ACCESS AS NEEDED ....................227 ADJUSTING VISUALIZATION ..................206 AUTOMATIC SEQUENCE ..................... 228 OTHER SETTINGS ....................229 ASPECT RATIO DISPLAY ..................207 SAFETY AREA ....................... 208 SPEED.......................... 229 SUBSEQUENT FOCUS MODE ..................
Page 22 OTHER FUNCTIONS ................258 RESETTING THE CAMERA TO FACTORY SETTINGS ........258 FIRMWARE UPDATES ..................259 EXECUTING A FIRMWARE UPDATE ..............260 LEICA FOTOS ..................264 CONNECTING ....................264 DISABLING WI-FI ................... 266 DISABLING WLAN AUTOMATICALLY ..............266 DISABLING WLAN MANUALLY ................266 REMOTE CAMERA CONTROL ...............
Page 23 Definition of the various categories of information found in this manual Note Additional information Important Failure to comply with instructions may result in damage to the camera, the accessories or the recordings Attention Non-compliance may result in personal injury TABLE OF CONTENTS...
Page 24: Part Designations
PART DESIGNATIONS * Optional accessory: Multifunction handgrip SL, lens PART DESIGNATIONS...
Page 25 LEICA SL2-S Memory card slot Tripod thread Shutter button Contact for multifunction handgrip Front dial Battery release lever Function button Battery compartment Function button Top display MULTIFUNCTION HANDGRIP SL Accessory shoe Microphone Shutter button Speaker Front dial Function button Joystick...
Page 26 LENS* Contact strip Alignment points for lens replacement Focus ring poss. zoom ring Alignment point for lens hood mounting Male bayonet for lens hood Internal thread for filters Bayonet cover Lens cap Lens hood * Not included in the delivery package. Representative image. Technical designs may vary depending on included features.
Page 28: Displays
DISPLAYS IN REVIEW MODE All displays/values refer to the displayed image. The images displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder are identical. 15 19 18 20 14 27 28 PHOTO STATUS SCREEN ACTIVATED Capture Assistants 1/8000 12500 999-9000 WHEN TAKING A PICTURE All displays/values refer to the actual settings.
Page 29 (identification of in sharp edges in the object) Focus mode Clipping / Zebra Autofocus metering method Autofocus settings Exposure metering method White balance mode File format/compression level/resolution Formatting a memory card User profile Locking/unlocking the setting wheels Leica FOTOS Main menu DISPLAYS ▸ PHOTO...
Page 30: Video/Cine
VIDEO/CINE IN REVIEW MODE All displays/values refer to the displayed image. STATUS SCREEN 55 58 57 WHEN TAKING A PICTURE All displays/values refer to the actual settings. 55 58 57 67 69 DISPLAYS ▸ VIDEO/CINE...
Page 31 : shutter angle) Cine ISO Sensitivity : ASA indication) Cine Exposure compensation value Focus mode Autofocus metering method Exposure metering method White balance mode File format/compression level/resolution Recording level Headphone volume User profile Locking/unlocking the setting wheels Leica FOTOS DISPLAYS ▸ VIDEO/CINE...
Page 32: Displays In The Top Display
: shutter angle) Cine ISO Sensitivity : ASA indication) DEFAULT VIEW Cine Memory card used Remaining storage capacity Leica FOTOS USB charging function Depth of field threshold values Sharp distance focus 92 93 MODE CHANGE DISPLAYS ▸ DISPLAYS IN THE TOP DISPLAY...
Page 33 CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR ON THE LCD PANEL The battery charge status is displayed in the status screen and in the header line at the top right. Display Charge status Approx. 75 – 100% Approx. 50 – 75% Approx. 25 – 50% Approx.
Page 34: Preparation
PREPARATION PREPARING THE CHARGER Use the mains cable with the matching regional plug to connect the ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP charger to mains electricity. Note • The charger will automatically adapt to local mains voltage. Attention • Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the camera from falling.
Page 35: Charging The Battery
CHARGING THE BATTERY CHARGE STATUS INDICATORS ON THE CHARGER The camera is powered by a lithium-ion battery. INSERTING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER The status LED indicates a correct charging process. Display Charge status Charge time* flashes green Battery is charging CHARGE ▸...
Page 36: Charging Via Usb
CHARGING VIA USB INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY The rechargeable battery in the camera can be automatically ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p. 50) charged when the camera is connected to a computer or another suitable power source via USB cable. INSERTION Factory setting: ▸...
Page 37: Inserting/Removing The Memory Card
REMOVAL INSERTING/REMOVING THE MEMORY CARD Leica SL2-S offers slots for two memory cards. There are various options for use, see p. 96. The camera will save exposures to an SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (High Capacity) or SDXC (eXtended Capacity) memory card.
Page 38 INSERTION ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p. 50) OPENING THE COVER OVER THE MEMORY CARD SLOT “click” ▸ Push the memory card into the slot until you hear and feel it click- ing into place ▸ Slide the cover as shown in the illustration until you hear a click •...
Page 39: Lens
Leica M and R lenses can also be used in conjunction with Leica M/R L adapters. L-MOUNT LENSES In addition to Leica SL lenses, the Leica SL2-S can also accommo- date Leica TL lenses with full functionality via the L bayonet.
Page 40 LEICA M AND R LENSES Sorting the lens type lists Leica M and R lenses can be attached via Leica M or R L adapters. ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings There are lens profiles stored in the camera, which allow the follow- ▸...
Page 41: Changing The Lens
CHANGING THE LENS DETACHING THE LENS Important • Make sure to always have a lens or the camera bayonet cover attached to prevent dust or other foreign bodies penetrating the camera. • That is why you should always replace lenses quickly and in a dust-free environment.
Page 42 OTHER LENSES DETACHING THE ADAPTER (e.g. Leica M lenses) Other lenses can be used by inserting an adapter for L bayonets (e.g. Leica-M adapter L). ATTACHING THE ADAPTER ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF ▸ Detaching the lens ▸...
Page 43 ATTACHING THE LENS TO THE ADAPTER DETACHING THE LENS FROM THE ADAPTER ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p. 50) ▸ Hold the lens by the fixed ring ▸ Hold the lens by the fixed ring ▸...
Page 44: Diopter Settings
DIOPTER SETTINGS The viewfinder has a diopter setting function with a range between -4 and +2 diopter to allow glasses wearers the use of the camera without eyeglasses (diopter compensation). ▸ Look through the viewfinder ▸ Aiming at and focusing on an object ▸...
Page 45: Multifunction Handgrip Sl
MULTIFUNCTION HANDGRIP SL PHOTOGRAPHY WITH THE HANDGRIP (optional accessory) The operating elements of the handgrip are positioned in such a way as to be in easy reach when using the camera for portrait photography. The Multifunction Handgrip SL is an optional accessory and comes with additional operating elements (shutter button, joystick, thumb- wheel and front dial) positioned specifically for easy portrait photog- raphy.
Page 46 ATTACHING THE HANDGRIP ▸ Squeeze the contact cover of the handgrip on the two sides marked with triangles and lift it off ▸ Store the contact cover in its designated compartment in the handgrip ▸ Remove the contact cover in the base of the camera housing Locking toggle ▸...
Page 47 DETACHING THE HANDGRIP ▸ Turn the handgrip lock to the left to unlock the connection • Make sure to hold the camera and the handgrip securely while doing so. ▸ Replace both cover caps over the connections Important • Make sure that the contact covers are securely in place on the camera and on the handgrip whenever the handgrip is not attached to the camera.
Page 48 MOUNTING THE WRIST LOOP/CARRY STRAP ON THE CHANGING THE BATTERY MULTIFUNCTION HANDGRIP The multifunction handgrip offers space for a second rechargeable battery. This will significantly increase operating time. The high quality wrist loop is available as an optional ergonomic accessory for the handgrip to ensure more stability for the camera. The hand loop is recommended in particular for landscape photog- raphy.
Page 49 REMOVING THE BATTERY INSERTING THE BATTERY ▸ Push down the ejector pin ▸ Insert the battery into the slot with the groove pointing towards until you hear and feel it clicking into place • Battery is pushing out slightly. ▸ Press down on the battery lightly CLOSE THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT •...
Page 50: Table Of Contents Camera Operation
CAMERA OPERATION SWITCHING THE CAMERA OFF CONTROL ELEMENTS MAIN SWITCH The main switch switches the camera on and off. SWITCHING THE CAMERA ON Note • The function (see p. 82) deactivates the camera Auto Power Off automatically if no operation occurs within a preset time. Use the main switch to deactivate the camera if this function is prevent inadvertent exposures and battery discharge when the camera is not in use.
Page 51: Shutter Button
SHUTTER BUTTON Press down fully – Shutter release • The data is then transferred to the memory card. – Starting a video shooting – Starting a preselected self-timer delay time – Starting a continuous shooting or interval shooting Notes • Press down the shutter button in a smooth motion until you hear the click of the shutter to prevent camera shake.
Page 52: Front Dial
FRONT DIAL THUMBWHEEL – Menu navigation – Menu navigation – Setting the shutter speeds – Accessing the submenu – Exposure compensation value selection – Applying menu settings – Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures – Setting selected menu items/functions – Setting the aperture value –...
Page 53: Joystick
JOYSTICK PLAY BUTTON/MENU BUTTON PLAY BUTTON – Menu navigation – Accessing the submenu – Activation and deactivation of the (continuous) review mode – Applying menu settings – Return to full-screen display – Setting selected menu items/functions MENU BUTTON – Scroll through the gallery –...
Page 54: Function Buttons
FUNCTION BUTTONS FACTORY SETTINGS In shooting mode In review mode button PLAY Toggle info profiles Function button LCD panel/EVF switchover MENU Function button Mode change (photo/video) Marking/rating a shot Function button – Photo: – Video: – (Cine: Exposure Index Function button –...
Page 55: Lcd Panel (Touch Screen)
LCD PANEL (TOUCH SCREEN) TOUCH CONTROL* In shooting mode In review mode “tap” Shifting the AF metering field and focusing Selecting shots (while Touch AF is activated) “double tap” Resetting the AF metering field Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures (while Touch AF is activated) “swipe”...
Page 56: Top Display
TOP DISPLAY MENU CONTROL CONTROL ELEMENTS The following elements are used for menu control. – Display of the active mode – Display of image data – Display of camera information Joystick Front dial button Thumbwheel MENU CAMERA OPERATION ▸ MENU CONTROL...
Page 57: Menu Sections
MENU SECTIONS STATUS SCREEN The following menu sections are available: Status Screen, Photo Video Main Menu Favorites Status screen: – quick access to the most important settings Favorites – your custom list (see p. 70 for details on how to manage this list) •...
Page 58: Settings In Photo And Video Mode
– Display Settings made here, will only apply for the operating mode currently in use. – Leica FOTOS Any menu items of the same name in the other operating mode – Image Stabilization will be unaffected. That includes settings for focusing, exposure –...
Page 59: Switching Menu Sections
SWITCHING MENU SECTIONS The status screen will always be displayed as the first menu section. The top level of the menu is organized into “pages”, which are dis- played in the header line: Status screen, poss. Favorites menu (up to 2 pages), and several sections of the Main menu. You can switch between menu sections by scrolling through the pages.
Page 60: Status Screen
STATUS SCREEN Notes • Where touch control is not possible or not desirable (e.g. in EVF The status screen offers an overview of the most important informa- mode), the status screen can alternatively be controlled via the tion regarding the current camera status and active settings. joystick and/or the thumbwheel.
Page 61 SELECTING SETTINGS ACCESSING A STANDARD SUBMENU These menus behave as if they were accessed from within the main Settings can be selected in various ways from within the status menu (see p. 63). Touch control is therefore unavailable. From screen. The setting types vary from menu to menu. there, you return to the status screen and not to the next higher ▸...
Page 62: Main Menu
FAVORITES MENU SUBMENU The favorites menu offers quick access to the most frequently used There are various types of submenus available. The following pages menu items. It can contain up to 11 menu items. These can be as- describe their operation. signed individually (see p.
Page 63: Menu Navigation
MENU NAVIGATION LINE BY LINE NAVIGATION (Function/function option selection) SCREEN BY SCREEN NAVIGATION ▸ Press the joystick up/down Scrolling forward ▸ Turn the thumbwheel ▸ Press the button (repeatedly if needed) MENU (to the right = down, to the left = up) •...
Page 64 SHOW SUBMENU GO BACK ONE STEP (Return to the superordinate menu item) ▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel ▸ Press the joystick to the left • This option is only available for list-type submenus. ▸ Press the joystick to the right CONFIRM SELECTION GO BACK TO TOP MENU LEVEL ▸...
Page 65: Submenu
SUBMENU SELECTING A BUTTON (ICON/FUNCTION BUTTON) Using button control KEYBOARD/NUMBER PAD ▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction • The currently active button will be highlighted. ▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel ▸ Turn the thumbwheel • The currently active button will be highlighted. •...
Page 66: Menu Bar
MENU BAR SCALE MENU Using button control Using button control ▸ Press the joystick left/right ▸ Press the joystick left/right ▸ Turn the thumbwheel ▸ Turn the thumbwheel Using touch control Using touch control ▸ Select the desired function directly or swipe ▸...
Page 67: Date/Time Menu
DATE/TIME MENU COMBI MENU (AF PROFILES) The setting of the individual menu items is done via a setting bar in Moving to the next settings field the lower display area. ▸ Press the joystick left/right Accessing individual menu items ▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction ▸...
Page 68: Combi Menu (Image Properties)
COMBI MENU (IMAGE PROPERTIES) “Back” button (Exit without saving) “Parameter” button “Setting” button “Confirm” button (Save and exit) The operation is slightly different, depending on whether the settings are done via key control or touch control. The screen image will remains visible continuously while settings are being adjusted.
Page 69 Using button control Using touch control ▸ Tap the desired button Navigating between buttons • All available options are displayed for the buttons “Parameter” ▸ Press the joystick left/right and “Setting”. • An active button is indicated by a red frame. •...
Page 70: User-Defined Operation
USER-DEFINED OPERATION MANAGING THE FAVORITES MENU ▸ Switch to the desired mode (photo or video) FAVORITES MENU ▸ Select in the main menu Customize Control ▸ Select Edit Favorites Assign your most frequently used menu items to a favorites menu (up to 11 items) for quick and easy access.
Page 71: Direct Access To Menu Functions
DIRECT ACCESS TO MENU FUNCTIONS ACCESSING THE ASSIGNED MENU FUNCTION You can assign specific menu functions to the function buttons for ▸ Briefly press and release the desired function button extra quick direct access to menu items in shooting mode. The as- •...
Page 72: Setting Wheel Assignments
SETTING WHEEL ASSIGNMENTS Selecting the desired exposure mode (IN SHOOTING MODE) ▸ Press the joystick up/down • Currently available assignment options are highlighted in red. The function of the two setting wheels depends on the active ex- posure mode. Wheel assignments can be specified independently Assigning a function to the thumbwheel for photo and video mode and for every exposure mode.
Page 73: When Using Af Lenses
WHEN USING AF LENSES Video mode The available functions are listed in the tables below (the factory Thumbwheel Front dial setting is highlighted in bold). Microphone Gain Microphone Gain Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation Photo mode Thumbwheel Front dial Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation Shutter speed Shutter speed...
Page 74: When Using Mf Lenses
WHEN USING MF LENSES CUSTOMIZING THE SETTING WHEELS The two setting wheels can have function assignments independent The available functions are listed in the tables below (the factory of each other. Available functions depend on the selected exposure setting is highlighted in bold). mode.
Page 75: Rotation Direction Of The Setting Wheels
ROTATION DIRECTION OF THE SETTING WHEELS JOYSTICK FUNCTIONS (IN SHOOTING MODE) You can specify any rotation direction for exposure settings via the setting wheels. You specify the rotation direction, which will result in You can assign various functions to the joystick in photo mode. The an exposure reduction (shorter shutter speeds/smaller aperture).
Page 76: Locking The Operating Elements
LOCKING THE OPERATING ELEMENTS USER PROFILES Various operating elements can optionally be locked in shooting This camera allows the permanent storage of any menu settings, to mode. e.g. access them quickly and easily for recurring conditions/image objects. Six memory slots are provided to store custom settings, Note plus the factory setting, which is always available and cannot be •...
Page 77 CREATING PROFILES RENAMING PROFILES Saving settings/creating a profile. ▸ Create custom settings for the desired functions via menu control ▸ Select in the main menu User Profile ▸ Select Manage Profiles ▸ Select Save as Profile ▸ Select a memory slot ▸...
Page 78 APPLY/ACTIVATE PROFILES EXPORTING/IMPORTING PROFILES TO/FROM THE MEMORY CARD Factory setting: Default Profile ▸ Select in the main menu User Profile ▸ Select Manage Profiles ▸ Select Export Profiles Import Profiles ▸ Confirm the selection Notes • When importing and exporting, all profile slots are transferred to the card, i.e.
Page 80: Camera Basic Settings
• The settings will be re-synched each time the device is paired ▸ Select in the main menu Language again. The pairing process is described in the chapter “Leica ▸ Select your language FOTOS” (see p. 264). • Aside from a few exceptions, the language will be changed for all information.
Page 81: Distance Unit
DISTANCE UNIT TIME ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings The distance can be displayed in meters or in feet (see p. 126). ▸ Select Date & Time Factory setting: Meter (m) ▸ Select Time Setting ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings ▸...
Page 82: Power Save Mode (Standby Mode)
POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE) LCD PANEL/VIEWFINDER SETTINGS The camera will switch to the power-saving standby mode after a The camera comes equipped with a 3.2” liquid crystal color panel, preset time to extend battery life if this function is activated. which is protected by a glass cover made of extremely hard and scratch-resistant Gorilla glass.
Page 83: Lcd Panel/Evf Use
LCD PANEL/EVF USE ▸ Select in the main menu Display Settings ▸ Select EVF-LCD You can preset the situations in which EVF and LCD panel should be used. The displays appearing on screen and in the viewfinder are ▸ Select the desired setting identical.
Page 84: Brightness
BRIGHTNESS COLOR RENDERING You can adjust brightness for best visibility in various lighting condi- Color rendering can also be adjusted. Brightness is set individually for tions. Brightness is set individually for the LCD panel and the view- the LCD panel and the viewfinder. Selection occurs via key control or finder.
Page 85: Automatic Lcd Panel And Evf Shutdown
AUTOMATIC LCD PANEL AND EVF SHUTDOWN ACOUSTIC SIGNALS The LCD panel and EVF deactivate automatically to save power. The Some functions can be acknowledged with acoustic signals. The time until power off can be set. following special functions can be configured separately: This setting also affects autofocus;...
Page 86: Electronic Shutter Sound
ELECTRONIC SHUTTER SOUND Factory setting: ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings ▸ Select Acoustic Signal ▸ Select Electronic Shutter Sound ▸ Select AUTOFOCUS CONFIRMATION A signal sound can be selected for successful AF settings. Factory setting: ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings ▸...
Page 88: Photo Mode
PHOTO SETTINGS SENSOR FORMAT The image data of the entire 35 mm sensor can be used or only a Full-frame (35 mm) cropped section, which corresponds to the APS-C format. This can APS-C be helpful, e.g. when only limited storage capacity remains or a lens developed specifically for APS-C is used.
Page 89: File Format
FILE FORMAT • Where picture data is stored in format simultaneously, the specified setting for the resolution will be applied to the Choose the JPG format or the standardized raw data format JPG file. (= digital negative). Both can be used individually or simultaneously. •...
Page 90: Resolution
RESOLUTION ASPECT RATIO format setting offers 3 image resolution (number of pixels) You have a choice of aspect ratios to select in addition to the basic options. The following file formats are available: 3:2 (e.g. 1:1). The relevant cropped section will be displayed. Images L-JPG M-JPG .
Page 91: Film Style
FILM STYLE HIGHLIGHT/SHADOW Depending on the exposure selected and the dynamic scope of the object, some details in brighter or darker areas may no longer be IMAGE PROPERTIES clearly visible. The parameters allow differ- Highlight Shadow One of the many advantages of digital photography is that it is very entiated control over very brightly or less brightly lit areas.
Page 92: Color Profile
COLOR PROFILE CUSTOMIZING PHOTO PROFILES These parameters can be adjusted for all available profiles ( Saturation 3 pre-configured color profiles are available: only for color profiles). See p. 68 for details on menu operation. Factory setting: Standard – ▸ Select in the main menu JPG Settings Standard...
Page 93: Automatic Optimization
AUTOMATIC OPTIMIZATION NOISE REDUCTION IN JPG SHOTS Except when high sensitivities are used, noise is luckily negligible. Nevertheless, noise reduction is a component of data processing NOISE REDUCTION when JPG files are generated. On the other hand, since it also has an effect on the focus review, you can optionally weaken or strengthen NOISE REDUCTION FUNCTION FOR LONG-TERM EXPOSURE this noise reduction in comparison to the standard setting.
Page 94: Image Stabilization
Select the desired setting Normal Auto Panning Vertical Panning Horizontal Panning Note • Some lenses may not support all settings offered in the camera. Please contact Leica Customer Care if you have any questions (see p. 298). PHOTO SETTINGS ▸ AUTOMATIC OPTIMIZATION...
Page 95: Dark Area Optimization (Idr)
DARK AREA OPTIMIZATION (IDR) iDR FUNCTION (Intelligent Dynamic Range) function allows an optimization DYNAMIC RANGE of the darker areas. Object details become much clearer. This func- tion will only affect shots in JPG format. The contrast range of an object comprises all levels of brightness from the brightest to the darkest point in the image.
Page 96: Data Management
DATA MANAGEMENT FORMATTING A MEMORY CARD Memory cards that have already been in use with this camera will STORAGE OPTIONS usually not require formatting. An unformatted memory card that is inserted into the camera for the first time must be formatted. We There are a number of options for saving data when two memory recommend formatting memory cards from time to time, because cards are inserted.
Page 97: Data Structure
“L1000002.XXX”, etc. The first letter can be selected, the “L” from • Contact your retailer or Leica Customer Care for assistance if the the factory settings denotes the camera brand. The first three char- memory card cannot be formatted/overwritten (see p.
Page 98: Edit File Names
EDIT FILE NAMES Notes • When using memory cards that were not formatted with this ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings camera, the file numbering will begin with 0001 again. Should the ▸ Select Edit File Name memory card already contain a file with a higher number, then numbering will be continued from that number.
Page 99: Creating A New Folder
Location information can be sourced from a mobile device in con- ▸ Select Reset Image Numbering nection with the Leica FOTOS app. Current location information will • A relevant prompt is displayed. then be written to the Exif data of the recordings (geotagging). ▸...
Page 100: Data Transfer
Mass Storage Select on connection Location information will be continuously updated as long as the camera is connected to Leica FOTOS. The Bluetooth function of the Notes camera and the mobile device must therefore remain enabled to ensure latest information. It is, however, not necessary for the app •...
Page 102: Practical Default Settings
PRACTICAL DEFAULT SETTINGS TOUCH AF IN EVF MODE Touch AF is deactivated by default when EVF is in use to prevent any TOUCH AF inadvertent altering of the AF metering field. Touch AF can, however, Touch AF allows a direct placement of the AF metering field. also be used in EVF mode.
Page 103: Personalized Lens Settings
PERSONALIZED LENS SETTINGS EV INCREMENT The total angle of rotation of the lens used for focusing can be indi- You can choose between 1⁄2 EV or 1⁄3 EV graduations. This will allow vidually adjusted. The setting selected indicates the angle of rotation you to choose between stronger or more subtle effects for your required to change the focus setting from infinity to the nearest pos- relevant settings.
Page 104: Auxiliary Displays
INFO PROFILES Up to 4 independent profiles can be used. The desired function The Leica SL2-S has 4 independent info profiles, which contain dif- can be selected and adjusted individually for each profile. During fering combinations of the available auxiliary displays. The following...
Page 105: Changing The Info Profiles
CHANGING THE INFO PROFILES CUSTOMIZING THE INFO PROFILES ▸ Press the function button with the assignment ▸ Select in the main menu Toggle Info Levels Camera Settings • In factory settings, that will be the button. ▸ Select Capture Assistants ▸...
Page 106: Show Available
SHOW AVAILABLE CLIPPING The Clipping display marks very bright image areas. This function is INFO BARS a very easy and exact tool for checking the correct exposure setting. Overexposed areas flash black. The header and footer lines show the currently active settings and exposure values.
Page 107: Focus Peaking
FOCUS PEAKING SENSITIVITY The sensitivity can be additionally adjusted. This setting will apply for This assist function highlights the edges of in focus subject elements all info profiles. in color. Factory setting: High ▸ Select in the main menu Focusing ▸...
Page 108: Level Gauge
LEVEL GAUGE The integrated sensors of the camera show its orientation. These in- dicators ensure exact camera orientation along the longitudinal and transverse axes of critical objects, e.g. architecture. Deviations in relation to the longitudinal axis (i.e. when the camera is tilted up or down in the direction of view) are indicated by a short line in the center of the image ( ).
Page 109: Histogram
HISTOGRAM TEMPORARY ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION OF INDIVIDUAL FUNCTIONS Histogram represents the brightness distribution in the image. The The following assist functions can be activated/deactivated tempo- horizontal axis shows the graduated values from black (left) through rarily: gray to white (right). The vertical axis corresponds to the number of pixels at each brightness level.
Page 110: Enhanced Live View
ENHANCED LIVE VIEW MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS Image composition is often difficult in very dark environments (e.g. AF ASSIST LAMP at night), as the objects are barely visible. The function Enhanced will assist the image composition in such situations. The Live View The integrated AF assist lamp allows operation of the AF system in image is enhanced in Live View based on a significant increase in unfavorable lighting conditions.
Page 111: Acoustic Af Confirmation
ACOUSTIC AF CONFIRMATION You can set an acoustic confirmation signal for successful focus metering in AF mode. Factory setting: ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings ▸ Select Acoustic Signal ▸ Select AF Confirmation ▸ Select ▸ Select Volume ▸...
Page 112: Photography
(see p. 149) EV Steps to the exposure of individual pictures. In addition to single frame Exposure Compensation shooting, the Leica SL2-S offers a number of other exposure modes. Multishot Delay time ( Please read the relevant sections for information about functional- Self Timer (see p.
Page 113: Focusing
The following AF modes are available: Intelligent AF Your Leica SL2-S allows automatic as well as manual focusing. There The currently selected AF mode is shown in the header line. are 3 operating modes and 4 metering methods available for AF pho-...
Page 114: Autofocus Metering Methods
AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS MULTI-FIELD METERING Several metering fields are detected automatically. This function is The AF mode offers various metering methods for focusing. A particularly useful for snapshots. successful focus setting is identified by a green metering field, an unsuccessful one is shown in red. SPOT/FIELD METERING Factory setting: Multi-Field...
Page 115: Zone
ZONE TRACKING With this metering method, subject sections are recorded with a This field metering variant helps in the capture of moving objects. coherent group comprising 5 x 5 fields. This function combines some The focus on the object in the metering field is continuously adjust- security for snapshots with the option of aiming at larger objects ed, once it is detected.
Page 116: Person Detection (Face Detection)
START POSITION FOR TRACKING PERSON DETECTION (FACE DETECTION) Factory setting: Center Person detection is an expansion of the face detection feature. In You can specify the starting point for tracking. addition to biometric patterns of faces, the camera also detects body patterns and uses them for focusing.
Page 117: Af Settings
AF SETTINGS When face detection detects an eye, the focus will be on that eye. Should more than one eye be detected, then the user can choose the eye to focus on. The currently selected eye will be highlighted. AF PROFILES Additionally, the desired face can be easily selected if there are sev- Factory setting: Children / Pets...
Page 118 ACCESSING THE ACTIVE PROFILE Each of these profiles contains three parameters: Depth Sensitivity Field Movement Shift in Direction ▸ Select in the main menu Focusing ▸ Select AF Setup ▸ Select Higher values: Lower values: AF Profiles Depth Sensitivity CHANGING THE ACTIVE PROFILE Changes in the distance to the The adjustment is delayed slightly object are tracked immediately...
Page 119: Pre Focus
▸ Select AF Setup instructions). ▸ Select Pre Focus • This function is not available for specific lenses: ▸ Select – lenses mounted via an adapter (e.g. Leica M lenses with L adapter M) – specific Leica SL lenses PHOTOGRAPHY ▸ FOCUSING...
Page 120: Af Quick Setting
AF QUICK SETTING ADJUSTING THE METERING FIELD SIZE (only Field Eye/Face/Body Detection AF Quick Setting offers the following functions: – Quick switches of the AF metering methods ▸ Turn the thumbwheel – Changing the metering field size (only Field Eye/Face/Body Detection ▸...
Page 121: Mf Assist Functions
MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS Adjusting the enlargement function ▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front dial ENLARGEMENT IN AF MODE • The image section toggles between magnification factors. You can access the enlargement function independent of focusing Changing the position of the enlarged section for a better assessment of the settings.
Page 122: Af Assist Lamp
SHIFTING THE AF METERING FIELD AF ASSIST LAMP The integrated AF assist lamp allows operation of the AF system in All AF metering methods permit shifting the AF metering field before focusing. unfavorable lighting conditions. This lamp comes on while metering is performed, provided the function is activated.
Page 123: Manual Focusing (Mf)
MANUAL FOCUSING (MF) MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS Focusing manually may in some situations be a better choice than The following assist functions are available in MF mode. autofocus. FOCUS PEAKING – the same setting is used for several shoots – it would take longer to use the metering memory lock function This assist function highlights the edges of in focus subject elements –...
Page 124: Enlargement In Mf Mode
ENLARGEMENT IN MF MODE Adjusting the enlargement function ▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front dial The larger the details of the subject are shown, the better you can assess their sharpness and the more accurately you can focus. Changing the position of the enlarged section This function can be automatically activated during manual focusing ▸...
Page 125 FUNCTION BUTTON/JOYSTICK ACCESS Adjusting the enlargement function This function can be assigned to a function button or the joystick. ▸ Turn the thumbwheel/front dial Assigning a function to a function button Changing the position of the enlarged section ▸ See p. 71 ▸...
Page 126: Distance Display
DISTANCE DISPLAY USING AUTOFOCUS IN MF MODE The joystick can be used as needed for automatic focusing. The AF Distance information is shown in the top display during manual modes AFs and AFc are available. focusing. You can also concurrently carry out exposure metering and save the –...
Page 127: Iso Sensitivity
ISO SENSITIVITY AUTOMATIC SETTING The camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity to ambient bright- The ISO setting covers a range between ISO 50 and ISO 100 000, ness and/or to the configured shutter-speed/aperture combination. allowing you to adapt to the relevant situation as required. In conjunction with aperture priority mode, this function extends the There is more leeway for the use of preferred shutter-speed/aper- range for automatic exposure control.
Page 128: Dynamic Iso Setting
DYNAMIC ISO SETTING LIMITING SHUTTER SPEED RANGES Factory setting: Auto The thumbwheel and front dial can be configured to allow manual ▸ Select in the main menu Auto ISO Settings ISO settings in real time. Turning the dial will cycle through all setting values available in the menu (including Auto ISO...
Page 129: Floating Iso
FLOATING ISO WHITE BALANCE This function complements Auto ISO. Light strength changes with In digital photography, White Balance ensures neutral color rendering many zoom lenses when the focal length is changed. Floating ISO in any light. White Balance relies on the setting made in the camera, will in this situation adjust the sensitivity in fine graduations and will which light color is to be rendered as 'white'.
Page 130: Automatic Control/Fixed Settings
AUTOMATIC CONTROL/FIXED SETTINGS MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING – : for automatic control, which delivers neutral results in most Auto Gray card Gray card Live View situations The variant is suited best for subjects in which you can Gray card – Various fixed presets for most frequently encountered light sources: clearly identify a neutral gray or pure white area.
Page 131: Gray Card
GRAY CARD GRAY CARD LIVE VIEW This metering variant captures all color hues in the metering field This metering variant captures only the color hue metered within the and uses these to calculate a mean gray value. metering field and calculates the mean gray value from it. ▸...
Page 132: Direct Setting Of The Color Temperature
DIRECT SETTING OF THE COLOR TEMPERATURE EXPOSURE Values between 2000 and 11500 K (Kelvin) can be set directly. That The exposure setting is done dynamically via the two setting wheels. gives you a very wide range, which covers virtually all color tem- As a rule, the thumbwheel controls the aperture and the front dial peratures occurring in real life and within which you can adapt color the shutter speed.
Page 133: Shutter Type
Tap the setting band briefly in the desired position, or drag the dot to the desired position The Leica SL2-S comes equipped with a mechanical shutter and a purely electronic shutter function. The electronic shutter expands the available shutter area and functions completely noiseless, which may be important in some work environments.
Page 134 EXPOSURE METERING METHODS APPLICATION The classic shutter sound of the mechanical shutter conveys an au- The following exposure metering methods are selectable. ditive feedback. It is well suited for long-term exposures, as well as Factory setting: Multi-Field for shots of moving objects. The electronic shutter function allows photography with an open ap- Spot erture in very bright due to very fast shutter speeds.
Page 135 SPOT HIGHLIGHT-WEIGHTED This metering method is concentrated exclusively on a small area This method considers the entire image field. The exposure value in the center of the image. The metering fields are joined together will, however, be adjusted to very bright subject elements. That when the exposure metering method is combined with the AF prevents the overexposure of bright subject elements without having...
Page 136: Exposure Modes
Note • When using a lens with an aperture 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, is displayed as the F0.0...
Page 137: Fully Automatic Exposure Setting - P
FULLY AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – P CHANGING THE PRESET SHUTTER SPEED AND APERTURE COMBINATIONS (SHIFT) AUTOMATIC PROGRAM – P Changing the preset values using the Shift function combines the reliability and speed of fully automatic exposure control with the The automatic program mode facilitates fast and fully automatic opportunity to vary the speed/aperture combination selected by photography.
Page 138: Semi-Automatic Exposure Setting - A/S
SEMI-AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – A/S SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY – S Shutter speed priority mode will set exposure automatically accord- APERTURE PRIORITY - A ing to the manually selected shutter speed. It is therefore particularly suitable for pictures of moving objects, where the sharpness of the Aperture priority mode sets the exposure automatically according to movement depicted is a critical picture composition element.
Page 139: Manual Exposure Setting - M
MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING – M Displays on the light balance: The following manual settings for shutter speed and aperture are a Correct exposure good choice: – to create a special image mood that can only be achieved with a under/overexposure by the displayed value very specific type of exposure –...
Page 140: Long-Term Exposure
FIXED SHUTTER SPEEDS cause severe image noise. In order to reduce this annoying phe- In the modes S and M, the Leica SL2-S allows shutter speeds up to nomenon, the camera will take a second “black picture” (taken 30 minutes. The remaining exposure time after shutter release is...
Page 141: Exposure Control
EXPOSURE CONTROL EXPOSURE LOCK We often want to arrange important subject elements outside the EXPOSURE PREVIEW center of the picture for reasons of picture composition and these elements may sometimes be very bright or very dark. Center-weight- The brightness of the screen image mirrors the effects of the selected ed metering and spot metering, however, mainly capture an area in exposure settings when pressing and holding the shutter button on the center of the image and are calibrated to an average gray scale...
Page 142 AE-L (AUTO EXPOSURE LOCK) EXPOSURE LOCK IN AF MODE The metering functions are distributed as follows while the joystick The camera stores the exposure value. The focus can therefore be is pressed and held: set on another object, no matter which exposure value is selected. Menu settings Joystick Shutter button...
Page 143 EXPOSURE LOCK IN MF MODE Via the Joystick In MF mode, only the exposure can be locked via the shutter button. ▸ Select in the main menu Customize Control This function can also be assigned to the joystick. ▸ Select Joystick ▸...
Page 144: Exposure Compensation
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION Using thumbwheel control This function is assigned to one of the setting wheels in the three Exposure meters are calibrated for a medium gray scale value, which (semi) automatic exposure modes and therefore quickly accessible matches a standard, i.e. average image object. Should the measured (see p.
Page 145: Depth Of Field Check
DEPTH OF FIELD CHECK When the exposure information is visible, a green eye symbol next to the values for aperture and shutter speed will display the This function simulates the effects of the current aperture and active depth of field/exposure preview. The relevant unit of measure shutter speed settings.
Page 146: Shooting Modes
SHOOTING MODES • Regardless of how many frames were taken in a series, the last picture in the series or the last image in the series or the last image saved on the memory card while the saving process is on- CONTINUOUS SHOOTING MODE going will be displayed first in both review modes.
Page 147: Interval Shooting
INTERVAL SHOOTING Getting started ▸ Press the shutter button This camera allows you to automatically capture motion sequences over extended periods of time using the interval shooting function. • The remaining time until the next shoot and its number is dis- You specify the number of frames, the intervals between shots, and played at the top right.
Page 148 Notes • The camera may under some circumstances be unable to take • The use of autofocus in interval shooting may result in not all ex- good pictures. That may happen if, for example, focusing was posures having their focus on the same object. unsuccessful.
Page 149: Exposure Bracketing
EXPOSURE BRACKETING You can select the desired number of frames (3 or 5). The exposure difference, which can be set via , can be up to 3 EV. The EV Steps Many attractive objects are rich in contrast, which means they have available values depend on the global setting (see EV Increment...
Page 150: Multishot
MULTISHOT Notes • appears on the LCD panel if the bracketing function is activat- In multishot mode, up to 8 individual images are taken with a very ed. You can watch the effect of the function on screen while the small offset.
Page 151: Setting The Delay Time
SETTING THE DELAY TIME Notes • A multishot images will not be created if motion artefacts correc- Factory setting: tion fails. The "standard" DNG image will, however, remain intact. ▸ Select in the main menu Drive Mode • A deactivation of the motion artefacts correction can further im- ▸...
Page 152: Self-Timer
SELF-TIMER Notes • Exposure metering is done first; in autofocus mode, focusing is The self-timer function allows taking pictures with a preset time de- first. Only then will the delay time commence. lay. We recommend that the camera is placed on a tripod. •...
Page 153: Special Shooting Modes
IMAGE OVERLAY ▸ Select in the main menu Image Overlay Leica SL2-S allows a transparent overlay over previous shots as an ▸ Select Transparency image composition tool. That way, objects can be recorded from the exact same position at different times, or various objects can be ▸...
Page 154 Browsing through the images ACTIVATING THE FUNCTION ▸ Press the joystick left/right ▸ Select in the main menu Image Overlay ▸ Select Use Overlay Image ▸ Select ▸ Turn the thumbwheel ▸ Swipe to the left or right Selecting a recorded image ▸...
Page 155: Flash Photography
SF 40. Other flash units, which only have a positive center • Use a tripod to prevent blurring at slow shutter speeds. Alterna- contact, can be safely fired via the Leica SL2-S, but cannot be con- tively, you can select a higher sensitivity.
Page 156: Flash Exposure Metering ( Ttl Metering)
ATTACHING THE FLASH UNIT FLASH EXPOSURE METERING ( METERING) ▸ Switch off the camera and flash unit The camera offers a fully automated, camera-controlled flash mode in conjunction with system-compatible flash units (see p. 155) and ▸ Slide the foot of the flash unit all the way into the accessory shoe for the auto modes aperture priority and manual setting.
Page 157: Settings On The Flash Unit
SETTINGS ON THE FLASH UNIT FLASH CONTROL The settings and functions described in the following sections only Operating mode apply to settings and functions available in this camera and in system- Automatic control by the camera compatible flash units. SF 40, SF 60: SYNC POINT Automatic camera control, no flash exposure compensation Flash exposures are lit by two light sources:...
Page 158: Flash Range
FLASH RANGE A flash is usually fired at the start of exposure ( ). This Start of Exp. may result in apparent contradictions, e.g. the picture of a vehicle The usable flash range depends on the aperture and sensitivity being overtaken by its own light trail. This camera allows you to syn- values set manually or calculated by the camera.
Page 159: Flash Exposure Compensation
(Exception: On the • The set value is displayed above the scale. Leica SF 26, the compensation value must be set on the camera • The available values depend on the global setting EV Increment via menu control.)
Page 160 FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ▸ Switch on the flash unit ▸ Set the desired guide number control mode (e.g. TTL or GNC = Guide Number Control) on the flash unit ▸ Switch the camera on ▸ Set the desired exposure mode, shutter speed and/or aperture setting •...
Page 161 PHOTOGRAPHY ▸ FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY...
Page 162: Review Mode
REVIEW MODE CONTROL ELEMENTS IN REVIEW MODE There are two completely independent review functions available: CONTROL ELEMENTS ON THE CAMERA – short-term rendering directly after shooting ( Auto Review – normal review mode, in which the stored mages can be viewed and managed for any length of time The switchover between shooting and review mode, as well as most other actions can be completed using gesture or key control.
Page 163 FUNCTION BUTTONS IN REVIEW MODE CONTROL ELEMENTS ON THE LCD PANEL In review mode, the function buttons either have permanently as- On-screen control elements generally function by intuitively by signed functions or are without function. touch. Many can also be selected by pressing one of the three buttons to the left of the LCD panel.
Page 164: Initiate/Exit Review Mode
INITIATE/EXIT REVIEW MODE Using button control ▸ Press the button PLAY • The last picture taken appears on the screen. Using touch control • The following message appears if the inserted memory card ▸ Swipe up or down does not contain any image data: No valid picture to play Shooting Review...
Page 165: Selecting/Scrolling Through Images
SELECTING/SCROLLING THROUGH IMAGES CONTINUOUS ▸ Swipe to the left or right and hold the finger on the edge of the The shots are visually arranged in a horizontal reel. When the end of screen an image series is reached, the display automatically jumps back to the first image in the series.
Page 166: Info Displays In Review Mode
INFO DISPLAYS IN REVIEW MODE DISPLAYING ASSIST FUNCTIONS The same info profiles are available in review mode as in shooting Switching between info profiles mode. The actual info profile currently in use, however, is saved ▸ Press the button separately. It is therefore possible to use an empty info profile com- pletely without assist function icons in review mode, without having to set them again when switching to shooting mode.
Page 167: Cropped Section Zoom
CROPPED SECTION ZOOM You can zoom in to any section of an image for closer inspection. Zooming via the front dial is done in four increments; zooming is stepless via touch control. Using touch control ▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged cropped section •...
Page 168: Displaying Multiple Images At Once
DISPLAYING MULTIPLE IMAGES AT ONCE Using button control ▸ Turn the front dial The camera offers an overview function in which several thumbnail (in clockwise direction: increase magnification, anti-clockwise: images can be viewed on one screen, which makes it easier to find a decrease magnification) specific image.
Page 169 Navigating between images Using button control ▸ Turn the front dial in anti-clockwise direction ▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction • 12 thumbnails are shown at the same time. Another turn on the thumbwheel increases the number of displayed thumbnails to ▸...
Page 170: Tagging/Rating Of Photos
TAGGING/RATING OF PHOTOS DELETING IMAGES Images can be marked as favorites to find them quicker or to simplify There are several methods available to delete images: the later deletion of multiple images. Tagging can be done in regular – deleting individual images view mode or in the overviews.
Page 171: Deleting Individual Images
DELETING INDIVIDUAL IMAGES DELETING MULTIPLE IMAGES Several images can be marked in a Delete overview with twelve ▸ Press the button MENU thumbnails and can then be deleted all at once. This overview can ▸ Select in the play menu Delete be reached in two ways.
Page 172: Deleting All Images
DELETING ALL IMAGES Any number of images can be selected in this view. ▸ Press the button Selecting images for deletion MENU ▸ Select in the play menu Delete All ▸ Select a image ▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel ▸ Tap the desired image •...
Page 173: Deleting Unrated Images
DELETING UNRATED IMAGES PREVIEW OF LATEST IMAGE ▸ Press the button MENU Photo shootings can be displayed automatically directly after they are taken to e.g. check the success of the shots quickly and easily. A ▸ Select in the play menu Delete Unrated duration for the automatic display can be configured.
Page 174: Slide Show
SLIDE SHOW STARTING THE SLIDE SHOW A slide show function is available in Review mode, in which the saved images are shown automatically in series. Choose to see all images ), only photos ( ) or only videos ( Play All Pictures Only Videos Only should be displayed.
Page 176: Video Mode
VIDEO SETTINGS FILE FORMAT Video can be recorded in the file formats MOV or MP4. SENSOR FORMAT Various combinations of resolution and frame rate can be configured depending on the file format chosen. The settings are done sepa- The image data of the entire 35 mm sensor can be used or only a rately.
Page 177: Video Format
VIDEO FORMAT AVAILABLE RESOLUTIONS You can choose resolutions with the associated aspect ratios (de- The following combinations of resolution and frame rate are available: pending on the file format of the recording). Frame rate Resolution (file format) Sensor format File Format Available resolutions 35 mm 4096 x 2160...
Page 178: Setting The Video Format
RAW OUTPUT VIA HDMI Factory setting: file format MOV, resolution 4K, frame rate 29.97 fps Leica SL2-S supports the RAW format output for recordings using an external device. The video signal will then have a 12 bit color depth. This signal is output via the HDMI connection and can be recorded and processed by an external device (e.g.
Page 179: Video Style
VIDEO STYLE HIGHLIGHT/SHADOW Depending on the exposure selected and the dynamic scope of the object, some details in brighter or darker areas may no longer be IMAGE PROPERTIES clearly visible. The parameters allow differ- Highlight Shadow The image properties of video recordings can be changes slightly entiated control over very brightly or less brightly lit areas.
Page 180: Video Profiles
VIDEO PROFILES CUSTOMIZING VIDEO PROFILES These parameters can be adjusted for all available profiles ( Saturation COLOR PROFILE only for color profiles). See p. 68 for details on menu operation. 3 pre-configured color profiles are available: ▸ Select in the main menu Video Style –...
Page 181: Audio Settings
AUDIO SETTINGS WIND NOISE REDUCTION Wind noise reduction can be adjusted individually for the internal MICROPHONE and the external microphone. The sensitivity of the integrated microphone can be set. INTERNAL MICROPHONE Factory setting: 0 dB Factory setting: ▸ Select in the main menu Video Settings ▸...
Page 182: Timecode
TIMECODE START TIME The start time can be reset manually or can be set to a specific value The timecode is a data record that is generated and recorded along- if multiple cameras are used for recording. Alternatively, the current side the image and audio data.
Page 183: Video Gamma
VIDEO GAMMA HLG SETTINGS Sharpness and saturation can be set. The factory setting is a median Video gamma can be set to HLG and L-Log or can be deactivated value in both cases. altogether. ▸ Select in the main menu Video Settings Optimization for playback compatible with all screen/TV ▸...
Page 184: Setup/Management Of Lut Profiles
SETUP/MANAGEMENT OF LUT PROFILES EXAMPLE In the following, the assignment shown below will be used for all You can import custom LUT profiles to the camera to optimally meet subsequent figures. Two profile slots for internal camera display your LUT preview expectations. (LCD panel/EVF) are taken, all others are unused.
Page 185 Importing a custom LUT profile Notes • You can only import LUT profiles with the file ending “.cub”. ▸ Download or export an LUT profile as a CUBE file • Files with the ending “.cube” will not be recognized. These can, ▸...
Page 186: Using Lut Profiles
Freeing a memory slot USING LUT PROFILES ▸ Select a profile CHANGING THE OUTPUT CHANNEL • The “Delete” dialog appears. The user can choose to apply the LUT profile for output via HDMI or in the camera (LCD panel/EVF). ▸ Select in the main menu Video Settings...
Page 187 SELECTING THE LUT PROFILE When toggling between the two output channels, the setting for the selected memory slot will remain unchanged. Since it is possible In addition to the two pre-configured LUT profiles, three more memory that different profiles are saved on the same slot depending on the slots are available for custom LUT profiles.
Page 188: Automatic Optimization
AUTOMATIC OPTIMIZATION The list of selectable LUT profiles depends on the currently selected output channel (camera/HDMI). The channel is displayed next to the menu item . When the channel is set to , the selection Output HDMI VIDEO STABILIZATION list will display the profiles available for HDMI output. The setting With video recording - in addition to optical stabilization by means will therefore show the profiles available for camera display.
Page 189: Dark Area Optimization (Idr)
DARK AREA OPTIMIZATION (IDR) iDR FUNCTION (Intelligent Dynamic Range) function allows an optimization DYNAMIC RANGE of the darker areas. Object details become much clearer. The contrast range of an object comprises all levels of brightness Without iDR With iDR from the brightest to the darkest point in the image. All levels of brightness can be captured by the sensor, provided the contrast range of the object is lower than the dynamic range of the camera.
Page 190: Data Management
DATA MANAGEMENT FORMATTING A MEMORY CARD Memory cards that have already been in use with this camera will usually not require formatting. An unformatted memory card that SEGMENTED RECORDING is inserted into the camera for the first time must be formatted. We Videos recorded in MOV format can be automatically segmented recommend formatting memory cards from time to time, because into individual one-minute files and saved.
Page 191: Data Structure
“L1000002.XXX”, etc. The first letter can be selected, the “L” from • Contact your retailer or Leica Customer Care for assistance if the the factory settings denotes the camera brand. The first three char- memory card cannot be formatted/overwritten (see p.
Page 192: Edit File Names
EDIT FILE NAMES Notes • When using memory cards that were not formatted with this ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings camera, the file numbering will begin with 0001 again. Should the ▸ Select Edit File Name memory card already contain a file with a higher number, then numbering will be continued from that number.
Page 193: Creating A New Folder
CREATING A NEW FOLDER DATA TRANSFER Data can be conveniently transferred to mobile devices via Leica ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Settings FOTOS. Alternatively, a card reader or USB cable can be used for the ▸ Select Reset Image Numbering transfer.
Page 194: Practical Default Settings
PRACTICAL DEFAULT SETTINGS TOUCH AF IN EVF MODE Touch AF is deactivated by default when EVF is in use to prevent any TOUCH AF inadvertent altering of the AF metering field. Touch AF can, however, also be used in EVF mode. Touch AF allows a direct placement of the AF metering field.
Page 195: Personalized Lens Settings
PERSONALIZED LENS SETTINGS EV INCREMENT The total angle of rotation of the lens used for focusing can be indi- You can choose between 1⁄2 EV or 1⁄3 EV graduations. This will allow vidually adjusted. The setting selected indicates the angle of rotation you to choose between stronger or more subtle effects for your required to change the focus setting from infinity to the nearest pos- relevant settings.
Page 196: Audio Output
AUDIO OUTPUT HDMI OUTPUT WITH/WITHOUT SOUND HDMI output is available with or without audio. SETTING THE OUTPUT LEVEL Factory setting: With Audio The volume level can be set for connected headphones. ▸ Select in the main menu HDMI Output ▸ Accessing the status screen ▸...
Page 197: Auxiliary Displays
INFO PROFILES Up to 4 independent profiles can be used. The desired function The Leica SL2-S has 4 independent info profiles, which contain dif- can be selected and adjusted individually for each profile. During fering combinations of the available auxiliary displays. The following...
Page 198: Changing The Info Profiles
CHANGING THE INFO PROFILES CUSTOMIZING THE INFO PROFILES ▸ Press the function button with the assignment ▸ Select in the main menu Toggle Info Levels Camera Settings • In factory settings, that will be the button. ▸ Select Capture Assistants ▸...
Page 199: Show Available
SHOW AVAILABLE ZEBRA The Zebra display marks very bright image areas. This function is a INFO BARS very easy and exact tool for checking the correct exposure setting. Overexposed areas will appear white with moving black stripes. The header and footer lines show the currently active settings and exposure values.
Page 200: Focus Peaking
FOCUS PEAKING SENSITIVITY The sensitivity can be additionally adjusted. This setting will apply for This assist function highlights the edges of in focus subject elements all info profiles. in color. Factory setting: High ▸ Select in the main menu Focusing ▸...
Page 201: Level Gauge
LEVEL GAUGE The integrated sensors of the camera show its orientation. These in- dicators ensure exact camera orientation along the longitudinal and transverse axes of critical objects, e.g. architecture. Deviations in relation to the longitudinal axis (i.e. when the camera is tilted up or down in the direction of view) are indicated by a short line in the center of the image ( ).
Page 202: Histogram
VIDEO ASSIST FUNCTIONS HISTOGRAM Histogram represents the brightness distribution in the image. The horizontal axis shows the graduated values from black (left) through REFERENCE VALUES gray to white (right). The vertical axis corresponds to the number of A color bar can be displayed and also recorded for calibration pur- pixels at each brightness level.
Page 203: Test Sound
TEST SOUND OPERATING HINT/AUXILIARY DISPLAYS Regardless of the current setting of Info Profile, the test image always A test sound with a frequency of 1 kHz will be emitted whenever appears completely free at first. An operating hint is displayed in the the color bar is accessed.
Page 204: Application
REC FRAME APPLICATION For HDMI output, the reference values are used for the configuration A flashing red dot signifies a running video recording. The option of the external device. The reference values can be irrespectively REC Frame offers an even better visualization of the process. With recorded at the start of a video for later use in post-production.
Page 205: Waveform Monitor (Wfm)
Quick option for hiding/displaying the REC Frame WAVEFORM MONITOR (WFM) The red dot is part of the info bars and is displayed or hidden The Waveform Monitor (WFM) allows a quick and safe assessment alongside them (via the Info profiles). The recording status will still of the luminance and color distribution within the current scene.
Page 206: Adjusting Visualization
ADJUSTING VISUALIZATION Notes • Waveform Monitor and Histogram cannot be displayed at the The size and position of the Waveform Monitor can be adjusted to same time. current requirements. • The Waveform Monitor will not be displayed on the external device during HDMI output.
Page 207: Aspect Ratio Display
ASPECT RATIO DISPLAY Adjusting the position You can choose any position. The actually recorded aspect ratio depends on the set resolution ▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction (see p. 177). It is possible, however, to have colored auxiliary lines displayed to show other aspect ratios (e.g.
Page 208: Safety Area
SAFETY AREA AF ASSIST LAMP The AF assist lamp could be a visible disturbance in video recordings Depending on the playback device used, a small area of the image and is therefore always without function in video mode, no matter borders may be invisible.
Page 210: Recording Video
In conjunction with suitable lenses. the Cine mode allows the Leica • The max. file size for uninterrupted video recording is 96 GB. Once SL2-S the use of T-stops to ensure exact same exposure scenarios a recording exceeds this file size, the overrun will be automatically independent of camera settings.
Page 211: Start/Exit Video Mode
START/EXIT VIDEO MODE Using button control ▸ Press the function button with the function assignment Photo - The camera will always be in Photo mode at initial activation or after Video a reset to factory settings. There are two methods for toggling be- •...
Page 212: Start/End Video Recording
START/END VIDEO RECORDING DUSPLAY AND OPERATION VIA USB-PTP USING EXTERNAL ACCESSORY (LIKE GIMBALS) Leica SL2-S allows connecting an optional Gimbal like DJI Ronin RS2 via USB-PTP. The Gimbal supports blur-free recordings. ▸ Select in the main menu USB-Mode ▸ Select Select on connection ▸...
Page 213: Focusing
The following AF modes are available: Intelligent AF Your Leica SL2-S allows automatic as well as manual focusing. The currently selected AF mode is shown in the header line. There are 3 operating modes and 4 metering methods available for...
Page 214: Controlling The Autofocus
CONTROLLING THE AUTOFOCUS AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS The AF mode offers various metering methods for focusing. A TOUCH AF successful focus setting is identified by a green metering field, an unsuccessful one is shown in red. During video recordings, Touch AF facilitates a more intuitive focus control, even if the main object moves outside the center of the Factory setting: Multi-Field...
Page 215 MULTI-FIELD ZONE Several metering fields are detected automatically. With this metering method, subject sections are recorded with a coherent group comprising 5 x 5 fields. 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).
Page 216: Tracking
TRACKING PERSON DETECTION (FACE DETECTION) Person detection is an expansion of the face detection feature. In This field metering variant helps in the capture of moving objects. addition to biometric patterns of faces, the camera also detects The focus on the object in the metering field is continuously adjusted, body patterns and uses them for focusing.
Page 217: Af Settings
AF SETTINGS When face detection detects an eye, the focus will be on that eye. Should more than one eye be detected, then the user can choose the eye to focus on. The currently selected eye will be highlighted. SENSITIVITY Additionally, the desired face can be easily selected if there are sev- Specifies the sensitivity of contrast metering.
Page 218: Focus Limit
• All auxiliary displays are hidden. • This function is not available for specific lenses: • Red triangles appear at two corners of the metering field if the – lenses mounted via an adapter (e.g. Leica M lenses with L metering method is set.
Page 219: Mf Assist Functions
MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS ADJUSTING THE METERING FIELD SIZE only) Field Eye/Face/Body Detection ENLARGEMENT IN AF MODE ▸ Turn the thumbwheel You can access the enlargement function independent of focusing for a better assessment of the settings. ▸ Two-finger pinch/spread The function must be assigned to one of the function Magnification •...
Page 220: Shifting The Af Metering Field
SHIFTING THE AF METERING FIELD Notes • The enlargement function remains active until it is exited. All AF metering methods permit shifting the AF metering field before • The most recently magnification function will still be active the focusing. next time the feature is accessed. ▸...
Page 221: Manual Focusing (Mf)
MANUAL FOCUSING (MF) MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS Manual focusing offers more control and is less prone to incorrect The following assist functions are available in MF mode. settings than the AF modes. FOCUS PEAKING ▸ Select in the main menu Focusing This assist function highlights the edges of in focus subject elements ▸...
Page 222 ENLARGEMENT IN MF MODE Exiting the enlargement function ▸ Tap the shutter button The larger the details of the subject are shown, the better you can assess their sharpness and the more accurately you can focus. This function can be automatically activated during manual focusing ▸...
Page 223: Follow Focus
FOLLOW FOCUS Changing the position of the enlarged section ▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged cropped This function facilitates automatic transitions to specified focus section settings (focus positions). Up to threes such focus positions can be pre-configured and optionally be set up with a delay time.
Page 224: Function Behavior
FUNCTION BEHAVIOR FOLLOW FOCUS MENU The function continues to run regardless of whether the camera All operation is done via touch control only. is currently recording. All operating procedures described in the following can therefore also occur while actively recording. It is also possible to start and stop a recording during an active focus se- quence, or to exit the Follow Focus menu while recording.
Page 225: Preparation
PREPARATION The Follow Focus menu can be reduced to essential elements for better visibility. CONFIGURING A FOCUS POSITION ▸ Tap button • The Follow Focus menu toggles between full and reduced view. ▸ Tap the desired focus position • The delay time settings menu appears. Note •...
Page 226: Changing The Focus Position
Setting the distance Canceling the setting ▸ Tap the “Back” button • The display reverts to the previous menu level. CHANGING THE FOCUS POSITION ▸ Tap the desired button • The “Edit” button appears. ▸ Select the desired distance • Focusing can be done manually or via AFs (joystick/Touch AF). The shutter button remains locked.
Page 227: Application
APPLICATION ACCESS AS NEEDED The configured focus positions can be accessed any number of function can be utilized in two ways. Follow Focus times. – The pre-configured focus positions are accessed individually as needed. With delay time: – All configured focus positions are selected automatically in se- –...
Page 228: Automatic Sequence
AUTOMATIC SEQUENCE CANCEL An automatic sequence of focus positions can be initiated if at least ▸ Tap the “STOP” button two positions have been configured. • The running focus sequence is canceled. START Initiating the automatic focus sequence directly at the ▸...
Page 229: Other Settings
ISO SENSITIVITY OTHER SETTINGS (Video mode) SPEED The ISO setting covers a range between ISO 50 and ISO 50000, The speed at which one focus position transitions to the next can be allowing you to adapt to the current situation. configured.
Page 230: Automatic Setting
AUTOMATIC SETTING LIMITING SETTING RANGES A max. ISO value can be set, which will then limit the automatic set- The camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity to ambient bright- ting range ( ). A max. exposure time can also optionally ness and/or to the configured shutter-speed/aperture combination. Maximum ISO be configured.
Page 231: Dynamic Iso Setting
DYNAMIC ISO SETTING FLOATING ISO The thumbwheel and front dial can be configured to allow manual This function complements Auto ISO. Light strength changes with ISO settings in real time. That is the factory setting in the operating many zoom lenses when the focal length is changed. Floating ISO modes S, A and M.
Page 232: Asa Sensitivity
ASA SENSITIVITY WHITE BALANCE (Cine-Mode) In white balance ensures neutral color rendering in any light. White Balance relies on the setting made in the camera, which light color is The sensitivity setting in Cine mode is always done manually. The to be rendered as 'white'.
Page 233: Automatic Control/Fixed Settings
AUTOMATIC CONTROL/FIXED SETTINGS MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING – : for automatic control, which delivers neutral results in most Auto Graycard Graycard Live View situations The variant is suited best for subjects in which you can Gray card – Various fixed presets for most frequently encountered light sources: clearly identify a neutral gray or pure white area.
Page 234 GRAY CARD GRAY CARD LIVE VIEW This metering variant captures all color hues in the metering field This metering variant captures only the color hue metered within the and uses these to calculate a mean gray value. metering field and calculates the mean gray value from it. ▸...
Page 235: Direct Setting Of The Color Temperature
EXPOSURE DIRECT SETTING OF THE COLOR TEMPERATURE Values between 2000 and 11,500 K (Kelvin) can be set directly. The exposure setting is done dynamically via the two setting wheels. That gives you a very wide range, which covers virtually all color Generally, the thumbwheel controls the aperture, and the front dial temperatures occurring in real life and within which you can adapt controls ISO sensitivity.
Page 236 EXPOSURE METERING METHODS ▸ Tap the setting band briefly in the desired position, or drag the dot to the desired position The following exposure metering methods are selectable. Factory setting: Multi-Field Spot Center-weighted Highlight-Weighted Multi-field ▸ Select in the main menu Exposure Metering ▸...
Page 237 SPOT HIGHLIGHT-WEIGHTED This metering method is concentrated exclusively on a small area This method considers the entire image field. The exposure value in the center of the image. The metering fields are joined together will, however, be adjusted to very bright subject elements. That when the exposure metering method is combined with the AF prevents the overexposure of bright subject elements without having...
Page 238: Exposure Modes
Notes • The selected mode will be applied automatically approx. 2 s • When using a lens with an aperture ring (e.g. Leica M lenses), only after the thumbwheel is moved the last time. the exposure modes A (aperture priority) and M (manual setting) will be available.
Page 239: Fully Automatic Exposure Setting - P
FULLY AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – P Via the status screen AUTOMATIC PROGRAM – P ▸ Tap the control panel The exposure is controlled by an automatic shutter speed and aper- ture setting. The exposure compensation and recording level are controlled directly via the setting wheels.
Page 240: Semi-Automatic Exposure Setting - A/S
SEMI-AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING – A/S MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING – M The following manual settings for shutter speed and aperture are a APERTURE PRIORITY - A good choice: Aperture priority mode sets the exposure automatically according to – to maintain constant exposure settings between multiple recordings the manually selected aperture.
Page 241: Exposure Compensation
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION Notes • This function is assigned to one of the setting wheels in the three Exposure compensation values can be set in the range ±3 EV. The (semi) automatic exposure modes and therefore quickly accessible available values depend on the global setting (see EV Increment (see p.
Page 242: Playback Mode
PLAYBACK MODE CONTROL ELEMENTS IN PLAYBACK MODE Playback mode is used to display and manage the stored recordings. CONTROL ELEMENTS ON THE CAMERA The switchover between shooting and playback mode, as well as most other actions can be completed using gesture or key control. Please see p.
Page 243 CONTROL ELEMENTS ON THE LCD PANEL FUNCTION BUTTONS IN REVIEW MODE In playback mode, the function buttons either have permanently On-screen control elements generally function by intuitively by assigned functions or are without function. touch. Many can also be selected by pressing one of the three buttons to the left of the LCD panel.
Page 244: Initiate/Exit Playback Mode
INITIATE/EXIT PLAYBACK MODE Using button control ▸ Press the button PLAY Using touch control • The last shot taken appears on the screen. • The following message appears if the inserted memory card ▸ Swipe up or down does not contain any (image) files: No valid picture to play Shooting Playback...
Page 245: Selecting/Scrolling Through Images
SELECTING/SCROLLING THROUGH IMAGES CONTINUOUS ▸ Swipe to the left or right and hold the finger on the edge of the The shots are visually arranged in a horizontal reel. When the end of an image series is reached, the display automatically jumps back to screen the first image in the series.
Page 246: Info Displays In Playback Mode
INFO DISPLAYS IN PLAYBACK MODE DISPLAYING ASSIST FUNCTIONS The same info profiles are available in playback mode as in shooting Switching between info profiles mode. The actual info profile currently in use, however, is saved sepa- ▸ Press the button rately.
Page 247: Displaying Multiple Shots At Once
DISPLAYING MULTIPLE SHOTS AT ONCE Using button control ▸ Turn the front dial in anti-clockwise direction The camera offers an overview function in which several thumbnail • 12 thumbnails are shown at the same time. Another turn on the images can be viewed on one screen, which makes it easier to find a thumbwheel increases the number of displayed thumbnails to specific image.
Page 248: Tagging/Rating Of Recordings
TAGGING/RATING OF RECORDINGS Navigating between images ▸ Press the joystick in the relevant direction Images can be marked as favorites to find them quicker or to simplify the later deletion of multiple images. Tagging can be done in regular view mode or in the overviews. ▸...
Page 249: Deleting Recordings
DELETING RECORDINGS DELETING INDIVIDUAL RECORDINGS ▸ Press the button There are several methods available to delete recordings: MENU ▸ Select in the play menu – deleting individual recordings Delete • The Delete screen appears. – deleting multiple recordings – deleting all recordings without a icon/ranking –...
Page 250: Deleting Multiple Recordings
DELETING MULTIPLE RECORDINGS Any number of recordings can be selected in this view. Several recordings can be marked in a Delete overview with twelve Selecting recordings for deletion thumbnails and can then be deleted all at once. This overview can ▸...
Page 251: Deleting All Recordings
DELETING ALL RECORDINGS DELETING UNRATED RECORDINGS ▸ Press the button ▸ Press the button MENU MENU ▸ Select in the play menu ▸ Select in the play menu Delete All Delete Unrated • The prompt • The prompt appears. Do you really want to delete all not rated files? Do you want to delete all files? appears.
Page 252: Slide Show
SLIDE SHOW STARTING THE SLIDE SHOW A slide show function is available in playback mode, in which the saved images are shown automatically in series. Choose to see all images ( ), only photos ( ) or only videos ( Play All Pictures Only Videos...
Page 253: Video Playback
VIDEO PLAYBACK ACCESSING THE CONTROL ELEMENTS The control elements are displayed when playback is stopped. appears on screen if you have selected a video file in play- back mode. Using touch control ▸ Tap anywhere on the LCD panel 1/8000 12500 1/8000 12500...
Page 254 PAUSE PLAYBACK NAVIGATE TO ANY POINT IN THE FILE ▸ Tap anywhere on the LCD panel QUICK JUMP ▸ Press the joystick/thumbwheel Using touch control While the control elements are visible: RESUMING PLAYBACK ▸ Tap the Playback status bar at the desired position Using touch control While the control elements are visible: 1/8000...
Page 255 END PLAYBACK SETTING THE VOLUME Using touch control Using touch control While the control elements are visible: While the control elements are visible: ▸ Tap the “Go back” icon ▸ Tap the volume icon ▸ Tap the volume bar at the desired position 1/8000 12500 1/8000...
Page 256: Video Editing
VIDEO EDITING Using button control ACCESSING THE VIDEO EDITING FUNCTION Using touch control ▸ Press the button • The video editing screen appears, the left cutting mark is high- 1/8000 12500 lighted in red (= active). CHANGING THE CURRENT CUTTING POINT ▸...
Page 257 CUTTING ▸ Press the button to confirm the cuts • The menu appears. Video Trimming ▸ Select a function from the menu Video Trimming Save as new Overwrite Preview The new video is additionally saved, the original Save as new video remains unchanged.
Page 258: Other Functions
OTHER FUNCTIONS RESETTING THE CAMERA TO FACTORY SETTINGS This function allows you to reset all your custom menu settings back The settings described in this chapter apply for photo and video to the factory settings. You can optionally exclude the user profiles, mode alike.
Page 259: Firmware Updates
Leica will notify you of any new updates, once you have registered your camera. Users of Leica FOTOS will also be automatically noti- fied about firmware updates for their Leica cameras.
Page 260: Executing A Firmware Update
EXECUTING A FIRMWARE UPDATE PREPARATION ▸ Fully charge and insert the rechargeable battery Any interruption of a running firmware update may cause serious ▸ The second SD memory card (where applicable) must be removed and irreparable damage to your equipment! from the camera You will therefore have to take particular note of the following, ▸...
Page 261 UPDATING THE CAMERA FIRMWARE UPDATING THE LENS FIRMWARE Where available, you can optionally carry out firmware updates ▸ Preparation for lenses. The instructions provided for camera firmware updates ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Information apply. ▸ Select Camera Firmware Version ▸...
Page 262 UPDATING THE ADAPTER FIRMWARE Where available, you can optionally carry out firmware updates for adapters. The instructions provided for camera firmware updates apply. ▸ Preparation ▸ Select in the main menu Camera Information ▸ Select Lens Firmware Version ▸ Select Start Update •...
Page 264: Leica Fotos
The camera can be controlled remotely using a smartphone/tablet FIRST-TIME CONNECTION TO A MOBILE DEVICE PC. This will require an installation of the Leica FOTOS app on the The connection is established via Bluetooth. A pairing of the camera mobile device. Leica FOTOS furthermore offers a variety of other...
Page 265 ON THE MOBILE DEVICE ▸ Select Bluetooth ▸ Activate Bluetooth ▸ Select ▸ Launch the Leica FOTOS app • Activate the Bluetooth function. ▸ Select the camera model • The camera connects to the mobile device automatically. IN THE CAMERA Notes ▸ Select...
Page 266: Disabling Wi-Fi
: Shut-down after 5 mins of inactivity After 5 min FIND THE MAC ADDRESS – : no auto power saving today Tomorrow You can find the MAC address of the Leica SL2-S in the camera – : Wi-Fi remains active permanently Never menu. DISABLING WLAN MANUALLY ▸...
Page 267: Remote Camera Control
• Accidental remote camera activation may result in unwanted mobile device. A list of available functions and instructions for their use can be found in the Leica FOTOS app. pictures taken and excessive power consumption. • A third-party device can – provided is has been paired with REMOTE CAMERA ACTIVATION the camera –...
Page 268: Care/Storage
CARE/STORAGE • Empty you camera bag completely if it ever gets wet during use. Your equipment might otherwise be subjected to moisture and We recommend the following if the camera will not be used for an tanning residue released by the moist leather. extended period of time: •...
Page 269: Pixel Mapping
SENSOR • All mechanical bearings and sliding surfaces on your lens are lubricated. Make sure to periodically move the focus ring and the PIXEL MAPPING aperture ring to prevent seizing if the lens will not be used for an extended period of time. Defective pixels may appear on the image sensor of digital cameras over time.
Page 270: Faq
Problem Possible cause to be verified Troubleshooting suggestions Battery issues Battery is depleted too quickly Battery too cold Warm the battery (e.g. in pants pocket) and only insert directly before use Battery too hot Allow battery to cool down LCD panel or EVF set too bright Reduce brightness Power save mode deactivated Activate...
Page 271 Camera does not recognize the memory card The memory card is not compatible or defective Replace the memory card Memory card is incorrectly formatted Format the memory card in the camera (Caution: Loss of data!) Menus and displays Electronic viewfinder is dark EVF brightness is set too low Set the EVF brightness Display language is not English...
Page 272 The flash does not fully illuminate the object Object is outside the flash range Move object into flash range Flash is covered Make sure the flash unit is not covered by your finger or some object The camera won’t take a picture/shutter Memory card is full Replace the memory card button is deactivated...
Page 273 Focus Limit (Macro) camera settings is grayed out in the camera No M-adapter L or R-adapter L attached This menu is available only for Leica M and Leica R lenses Lens Profiles settings is grayed out Use an APS-C lens...
Page 274 Review and photo management Selected images cannot be deleted Some of the selected images are write protected Remove write protection (using the device with which the file was originally set to write protected) File numbering does not start at 1 The memory card contains previously stored images See section “Data Management”...
Page 275 Images are overexposed Flash is activated in bright surroundings Change the flash mode Strong light source in the image Avoid strong light sources in the image (Half) backlight falling into the lens (also from light sources Use the lens hood or change to another object outside the image range) Selected exposure time is too long Select a shorter exposure time...
Page 276 Mobile device connection/image transfer not The mobile device is too far away Bring the devices closer to each other working Interference from other devices in the vicinity, e.g. other Increase distance to interfering devices smartphones or a microwave oven Interference from multiple mobile devices in the vicinity Re-establish the connection/disconnect other mobile devices Mobile device is currently connected to another device...
Page 278: Menu Overview
MENU OVERVIEW DIRECT ACCESS Function PHOTO VIDEO/CINE Page Status Favorites Function buttons Status Favorites Function buttons screen screen Photo - Video Toggle Info Levels 104, 197 Magnification 121, 124, 219 Toggle Focus Point Exposure/DOF Simulation Focus Peaking 107, 123, 200, 221 Clipping / Zebra 106, 199 Toggle Video Gamma...
Page 279 Accessible via the status Available for the favorites Available for function Factory setting on the screen menu buttons function buttons Function PHOTO VIDEO/CINE Page Status Favorites Function buttons Status Favorites Function buttons screen screen Self-timer Multi-Shot 113 — 126, Focusing 213 —...
Page 280 Function PHOTO VIDEO/CINE Page Status Favorites Function buttons Status Favorites Function buttons screen screen 129 — 132, White Balance 232 — 235 131, 234 Gray card Photo File Format 90 — 93, 95 JPG Settings JPG Resolution Film Style Auto Review Long exposure noise reduc- tion Shutter Type...
Page 281 Function PHOTO VIDEO/CINE Page Status Favorites Function buttons Status Favorites Function buttons screen screen Image Overlay 177, 178 Video Format / Resolution Video Settings 183 — 188 LUT Profile Video Gamma 183 — 188 Timecode Segmented Video Color Bar REC Frame Video Style Video Aspect Ratio Waveform Monitor...
Page 282 PHOTO VIDEO/CINE Page Status Favorites Function buttons Status Favorites Function buttons screen screen Leica FOTOS 264 — 267 94, 188 Image Stabilization Camera Settings 36, 40, 80 — 82, 98 — 100, 102 — 105, 110, 119, 192 — 195, 197 —...
Page 284: Index
AF Mode................114, 214 AF Quick Setting .................120 C4K .....................177 AFs ..................113, 213 Calibration ................. 202 Akademie, Leica ................. 299 Camera information ..............259 Aperture ................136, 238 Camera, reset ................258 Aperture priority ..............138, 240 Care ................... 268 App ....................
Page 285 Color temperature ...............132, 235 Distance display ..............126, 223 Connection, mobile devices ............264 Distance unit ................81 Contact. Leica ................298 DNG ..................... 89 Continuous shooting ..............146 DOF (Depth of Field) ..............145 Contrast, image properties (photo) ..........91 Drive Mode ..............
Page 286 Exposure lock ................141 Flash, firing point .................157 Exposure, long-term ............. 93, 140 Flash, range................158 Exposure, manual ..............139, 240 Flash, setting ................157 Exposure metering, flash .............156 Flash, synchronization ..............157 Exposure, metering methods ..........134, 236 Flash units, compatible ...............155 Exposure, modes ............... 136, 238 Floating ISO.................129, 231 Exposure preview ................141 FN button ................
Page 287 Legal information ................4 Image numbering, reset ............99, 193 Leica Academy ................299 Image Overlay ................153 Leica Customer Care ..............298 Image properties ................91 Leica FOTOS................7, 264 Image stabilization, picture ............94 Lens ................8, 39, 261, 268 Image stabilization, video ............
Page 288 Magnification, shooting mode (photo) ......... 121, 124 Magnifying glass .................124 Name, file ..............97, 98, 191, 192 Main menu ................... 62 Name, folder ................. 97, 191 Main switch .................. 50 Navigation, menu ..............59, 63 Manual exposure setting .............139, 240 Noiseless ..................86 Manual focusing ..............123, 221 Noise reduction .............93, 138, 140 Maximum exposure time ............
Page 289 Power save ................... 82 Reset, image numbering ............99, 193 Power save mode ................. 82 Resolution (picture) ..............90 Pre Focus ..................119 Resolution (video) ................177 Preview ..................173 Restriction, focus area ............119, 218 Preview, Depth of Field ............... 145 Review, automatic (photo) ........... 173, 174 Problems ..................
Page 290 Shooting, continuous ..............146 Tagging, recordings (video) ............248 Shooting Mode ................112 Tally .................... 204 Shooting mode (Video) ..............210 Technical Data ................292 Short cut ................70, 71 Test image .................. 202 Shutter button ................51 Thumbwheel ................52, 72 Shutter, electronic ............... 86, 133 Time ..................67, 81 Shutter release................51 Timecode ..................182...
Page 291 Volume, acoustic signals .............. 85 Volume, video ................255 Warning signal ................85 Warranty ..................15 Waveform Monitor ..............205 White balance ..............129, 232 Wi-Fi/WLAN................... 7 Wind noise reduction ..............181 Zebra ...................106, 199 Zone, focusing ..............115, 215 INDEX...
Page 292: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DATA...
Page 293 Lens mount Lens mount 35 mm DNG™ 6000 x 4000 pixels (24 MP) Leica L bayonet with contact strip for communication between lens and 6000 x 4000 pixels (24 MP) camera 4272 x 2848 pixels (12.2 MP) Operating conditions Operating conditions 2976 x 1984 pixels (5.9 MP)
Page 294 Color depth Color depth 25 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 150 Mbps 24 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps DNG™: 14 bit, 12 bit with Continuous - Very High Speed 24 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD &...
Page 295 Self-timer Self-timer 23.98 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 24 Mbps MP4 FHD Slow Motion Delay time: 2 s or 12 s 180 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm &...
Page 296 ), manual color temperature setting ( Graycard Live View Color Tempera- , 2000 K to 11,500 K) ture Not available everywhere due to country-specific legislation; can be added via the Leica FOTOS app. Data is written to Exif header of the picture files. TECHNICAL DATA...
Page 297 English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean POWER SUPPLY Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL4) Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL4) Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, rated voltage: 7.2 V (DC); capacity: 1860 mAh; charging time: approx. 140 min (after deep discharge); manu- facturer: Panasonic Energy (Wuxi) Co.
Page 298: Leica Customer Care
LEICA CUSTOMER CARE Please contact the Customer Care department of Leica Camera AG for the maintenance of your Leica equipment and for help and advice regarding Leica products and how to order them. You can also con- tact the Customer Care department or the repair service provided by your regional Leica subsidiary for repairs or warranty claims.
Page 299: Leica Academy
LEICA ACADEMY Have a look at our full seminar program with many interesting work- shops on the topic of photography at: https://leica-camera.com/pl-PL/leica-akademie LEICA ACADEMY...

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