Leica Q2 Instruction Manual

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LEICA Q2

Instruction manual

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FOREWORD

Dear Customer, We are conﬁdent that you will enjoy taking photographs with your new Leica Q2. Please read this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the full scope of functions your camera has to oﬀer.

Your Leica Camera AG

Foreword/Scope of delivery

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

Before using your camera for the ﬁrst time, please check that the accessories supplied are complete.

– LeicaQ2 with attached lens hood – Lithium-ion battery Leica BP-SCL4 – Leica BC-SCL4 charger, incl. mains cable (US, EU) – Lens hood cap – Thread protection ring – Accessory shoe cover – Carry strap – Quick Start Guide – CE ﬂyer – Creative Cloud ﬂyer – Test certiﬁcate

Subject to changes in design and production.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES

Please visit the Leica Camera AG website for information on the extensive range of Leica replacement parts/accessories: us.leica-camera.com/Photography/Leica-Q/Technical-Equipment

Only the accessories speciﬁed and described in this manual or by Leica Camera AG must be used with the camera (battery, charger, mains plug, mains cable, etc.). These accessories should only be used with this product. Third-party accessories may result in malfunctions or damage to the product.

Please read the chapters “Legal information”, “Safety remarks”, and “General information” before using your camera for the ﬁrst time. Knowledge of the content will prevent inadvertent damage to the product, possible injuries and other risks.

Replacement parts/accessories

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LEGAL INFORMATION

• Compliance with copyright laws is mandatory. The recording and publication of pre-recorded media like tapes, CDs or other published or broadcast material may breach copyright laws.

• The following applies for all video material created with this

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camera: This product is governed by the AVC Patent Portfolio license and is meant for private use by a consumer only. The device may furthermore be used for purposes for which the consumer receives no remuneration, e.g. (i) encoding in accordance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decoding of AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer in accordance with the AVC Standard within the scope of personal use and/or which the consumer has received from the provider, who is in possession of a license to oﬀer AVC Video. No license is granted or implied for any other use. Any other use, speciﬁcally the provision of AVC video in exchange for remuneration, may require a separate license agreement with MPEG LA, L.L.C. Please visit the MPEG LA, L.L.C. website at: www.mpegla.com for more information.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

You will ﬁnd the manufacturing date of your camera on the stickers in the Warranty Card and/or on the packaging. The date format is year/month/day.

Speciﬁc regional approvals for this device can be found in the camera menu.

▸ Select Camera Information in the main menu ▸ Select Regulatory Information from the submenu

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The CE mark on our products documents compliance with the

Produktafhængig (se tekniske data)

Type

Frekvensbånd (centralfrekvens) Maksimal eﬀekt (dBm e.i.r.p.)

WLAN

2412 – 2462 MHz/ 5180 – 5240 MHz/ 5260 – 5320 MHz/ 5500 – 5700 MHz

Bluetooth

2402 - 2480 MHz 20

Dependiente del producto (ver datos técnicos)

Type

Banda de frecuencia (frecuencia central) Potencia máxima (dBm e.i.r.p.)

WLAN

2412 – 2462 MHz/ 5180 – 5240 MHz/ 5260 – 5320 MHz/ 5500 – 5700 MHz

Bluetooth

2402 - 2480 MHz 20

fundamental requirements of applicable EU directives.

Product dependent (see technical data)

Type WLAN

Bluetooth

Frequency band (central frequency) Maximum power (dBm e.i.r.p.) 2412 – 2462 MHz/ 5180 – 5240 MHz/ 5260 – 5320 MHz/ 5500 – 5700 MHz

2402 - 2480 MHz 20

DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

(Applies within the EU and for other European countries with active waste separation policies.)

This device contains electric and/or electronic components which must not be disposed of in general household waste. Instead, it should be disposed of at a recycling collection point provided by your local authority. This service is free of charge. Any standard or rechargeable batteries used in this device must be removed and disposed of separately in accordance with local regulations.

Further information on the subject is available from your local

administration, your local waste collection company, or in the store

where you purchased this device.

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IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING THE USE OF WLAN/BLUETOOTH® (LEICA FOTOS)

Please read the important notes on speciﬁc functions of Leica FOTOS on p. 132.

• Appropriate measures must be taken to ensure security and protect against disruptions to the systems in place where

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devices or computer systems are in use that require more stringent security than WLAN devices.

• Leica Camera AG shall not accept liability for damages arising from the use of the camera for purposes other than as a WLAN device.

• It is assumed that the WLAN function will be used in countries where this camera is sold. There may be a risk of breaching statutory wireless communication regulations when using the camera in other countries. Leica Camera AG shall not accept liability for such breaches.

• Please note that there is a risk of unauthorized third party interception of wirelessly communicated data. We highly recommend that you activate encryption in the wireless access point settings to ensure data safety.

• Avoid using the camera in areas where it can be exposed to magnetic ﬁelds, static electricity or other interferences, e.g. near a microwave oven. RF transmissions may otherwise not reach the camera.

• Using the camera near devices like microwave ovens or wireless phones that use the 2.4 GHz RF band may negatively aﬀect the performance of both devices.

• Do not attempt to connect to wireless networks you are not authorized to use.

• The device will automatically search for wireless networks, once the WLAN function is enabled. A list, including networks you are not authorized to access, will be displayed (SSID: Network

identiﬁer for a WLAN network). Do not attempt to connect to such a network, as this could be construed as unauthorized access.

• We recommend disabling the WLAN function while on an aircraft.

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SAFETY REMARKS

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Do not use your camera in the immediate vicinity of devices that

Safety remarks

• Strong magnetic ﬁelds, e.g. from speakers or large electric

• Switch oﬀ the camera, remove the battery brieﬂy, replace it and

• Do not use the camera in the immediate vicinity of radio

• Always store small parts e.g. the accessory shoe cover as

• State-of-the-art electronic components are sensitive to static

generate powerful magnetic, electrostatic or electromagnetic ﬁelds (e.g. induction ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or computer screens, video game consoles, cell phones, broadcasting equipment). Their electromagnetic ﬁelds can interfere with recordings.

motors can damage the stored picture data or disrupt recording.

switch the camera back on in case of a camera malfunction due to the eﬀects of electromagnetic ﬁelds.

transmitters or high-voltage power lines. Their electromagnetic ﬁelds may interfere with recordings.

follows:

– out of the reach of children – in a safe location, where they will not get lost or stolen

discharge. You can easily pick up charges of several 10,000 volts by simply walking on synthetic ﬂoor coverings. A static discharge can occur when you touch the camera and especially if it is placed on a conductive surface. A static discharge on the camera housing poses no risk for the electronics. Despite built-in safety circuits, you should avoid direct contact with external camera contacts like those in the ﬂash shoe.

• Take care not to soil or scratch the sensor for lens detection in the bayonet. You must similarly prevent direct contact of the bayonet with grains of sand or similar particles, as these could cause irreparable 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 optician's (synthetic) when cleaning the contacts. Make sure to discharge any electrostatic charge by deliberately touching a heating or water pipe (conductive, grounded material). Dirt deposits and oxidation on the contacts can be avoided by storing your camera in a dry location with the lens cap and the ﬂash shoe/viewﬁnder cap (in system cameras) attached.

• Only use accessories speciﬁed for this model to prevent faults, short circuits or electric shock.

• Do not attempt to remove parts of the housing (covers) yourself. Repairs must be done at authorized service centers only.

• Protect the camera against contact with insect sprays and other aggressive chemicals. Petroleum spirit, thinner and alcohol must not be used for cleaning. Some chemicals and liquids can damage the camera housing or the surface ﬁnish.

• Rubber and plastics are known to expel aggressive chemicals and should therefore not be kept in contact with the camera for extended periods of time.

• Prevent any sand or dust or water penetration into the camera, e.g. during snowfall or rain or on the beach. Be extra careful when changing the lens (in system cameras) and when inserting or removing the memory card and rechargeable battery. Sand and dust can damage the camera, the lens, the memory card and the battery. Moisture can cause malfunctions and irreparable damage to the camera and memory card.

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LENS

• A camera lens can have the eﬀect of a magnifying glass when exposed to direct frontal sunlight. The camera must therefore be protected against extended exposure to direct sunlight.

• Attaching the lens cap and keeping the camera in the shade or ideally in its camera case, will help prevent damage to the interior of the camera.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

• Improper use of the batteries or the use of unapproved battery types may result in an explosion!

• Do not expose the rechargeable battery to sunlight, heat, humidity or moisture for prolonged periods of time. Likewise, the batteries must not be placed in a microwave oven or a high-pressure container as this would pose a ﬁre or explosion hazard.

• Do not under any circumstances charge or insert a damp or wet battery into the camera!

• A safety valve in the battery ensures that any excess pressure caused by improper handling is discharged safely. It is nevertheless important to dispose of a bloated battery immediately. It may pose an explosion hazard!

• Keep the battery contacts clean and easily accessible. Although lithium-ion batteries are secured against short circuits, they should still be protected against contact with metal objects like paper clips or jewelry. A short-circuited battery can get very hot and cause severe burns.

• When a battery is accidentally dropped, make sure to check the housing and the contacts immediately for any damage. A damaged battery can damage the camera.

• The battery must be removed from the camera or charger and must be replaced immediately in case of a strange smell, discoloration, deformation, overheating or leakage. Continued use of the battery may result in overheating, which can cause ﬁre and/or explosion!

• Never throw batteries into a ﬁre as they may explode.

• Keep the battery away from sources of heat in case of leakage or if you smell burning. Leaked ﬂuid can catch ﬁre!

• The use of other chargers not approved by Leica Camera AG can cause damage to the batteries – and in extreme cases – cause serious or life-threatening injuries.

• Make sure that the power socket is freely accessible at all times.

• The in-car charging cable must never be connected while the charger is connected to mains electricity.

• Do not attempt to open the battery or the charger. Repairs must only be carried out by authorized service centers.

• Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Batteries can cause suﬀocation when swallowed.

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FIRST AID

• Battery ﬂuid may cause blindness if it comes into contact

• Leaked battery ﬂuid poses an injury hazard when it comes in

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CHARGER

• Using the charger in the vicinity of broadcasting receivers may

• When the charger is in use, it may emit a buzzing sound – this is

• Disconnect the charger from the mains when it is not in use, as

• Always keep the charger contacts clean, and never short circuit

• The in-car charging cable must only be operated in 12V in-car

with the eyes. Rinse the eyes thoroughly with clean water immediately. Avoid rubbing. Seek medical attention immediately.

contact with clothing or skin. Rinse the aﬀected areas thoroughly with clean water.

interfere with reception. Ensure a distance of at least 1 m (3 ft) between the charger and the receiver.

normal and not a malfunction.

it consumes electricity (a very small amount), even if no battery is inserted.

them.

grids and must never be connected while the charger is connected to mains electricity.

MEMORY CARD

• Never remove the memory card during a datasave or card

reading process. The camera must not be switched oﬀ or be subjected to impact or vibrations while working.

• Do not open the cover/remove the memory card or the battery

while the status LED is lit, which indicates memory access. Data on the card may otherwise be destroyed and camera malfunctions may occur.

• Do not drop or bend memory cards as this will cause damage

and result in the loss of stored data.

• Do not touch the connections on the reverse of the memory

card and keep them clean and dry.

• Keep memory cards out of the reach of children. Swallowing a

memory card may cause suﬀocation.

SENSOR

Cosmic radiation (e.g. during ﬂights) may cause pixel defects.

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CARRY STRAP

• Carry straps are usually made of very robust material. You should therefore keep it out of the reach of children. A carry strap is not a toy and poses a strangulation risk.

• Use the carry strap only for its intended purpose on a camera or on binoculars. Any other use poses the risk of injury and may possibly result in damage to the carry strap and is therefore not permitted.

• Carry straps should also not be used for cameras/binoculars during sports activities that pose a risk of entanglement (e.g. when mountain climbing and similar outdoor activities).

Please read the section about “Care/Maintenance” for more information about what to do in case of problems.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

CAMERA/LENS

• Make a note of the serial numbers of your camera (engraved in

the base of the camera housing) and lenses, as this information will be extremely important in case of loss.

• Make sure to always have a lens or the camera bayonet cover

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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.

• Never store the camera bayonet cover or the lens back cover in

a pants pocket, as they will attract lint and dust, which could then be accidentally introduced into the camera.

• Leica releases ﬁrmware updates for lenses at irregular intervals.

You can download any new ﬁrmware version from our homepage and transfer it to your lens. Please read the section “Installing ﬁrmware” (p. 130) for more information.

LCD PANEL

• Condensation may form on the LCD panel if the camera is

exposed to great temperature ﬂuctuations. Wipe the screen carefully with a soft, dry cloth.

• The screen image will initially be slightly darker than normal if

the camera is very cold when it is switched on. The normal level of brightness will be reached as soon as the LCD panel warms up.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

• The battery must have a temperature between +10°C and+ 30°C for charging, as the charger will otherwise not switch on or will switch oﬀ again.

• Lithium-ion batteries can be charged at any time, regardless of their current charge level. A partially charged battery will charge to full capacity faster than a fully discharged one.

• The rechargeable batteries come only partly charged ex works and should therefore be charged fully before their ﬁrst use.

• A new battery only reaches its full capacity after it has been fully charged and – by using it in the camera – depleted 2 to 3 times. This depletion process should be repeated roughly every 25 cycles.

• Battery and charger heat up during the charging process. That is normal and not a malfunction.

• Rapid ﬂashing of the two LEDs (>2Hz) when charging commences indicates a charging error (e.g. maximum charging time exceeded, voltages or temperatures outside permitted ranges or a short circuit). Disconnect the charger from the mains and remove the battery. Ensure that the above temperature conditions are met and then restart the charging process. Please contact your dealer, the Leica oﬃce in your country or Leica Camera AG if the problem persists.

• Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries generate power by way of internal chemical reactions. These reactions are inﬂuenced by ambient temperature and humidity. To ensure a maximum service life of the battery, it should not be exposed to extreme temperatures (high or low) for extended periods of time (e.g. in a parked car in the summer or winter).

• However, every battery has a limited service life! After several hundred charging cycles, this limitation will become evident as the operating times get signiﬁcantly shorter.

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• The replaceable battery supplies power to a backup battery, which is permanently installed in the camera. This backup battery retains the date and time for up to 2 months. Once the backup battery is depleted, it must be replenished by inserting a charged main battery. The backup battery will recover its full capacity after approx. 60 hours with the rechargeable battery in place. The camera does not have to be switched on for the process. The time and date will have to be set again after a full depletion of the backup battery.

• As the battery capacity deteriorates or if using an older battery, warning messages may appear and some functions may be restricted or blocked entirely.

• Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period of time. Make sure to switch the camera oﬀ via the main switch before removing the battery. Leaving the battery in the camera will result in a deep discharge after a few weeks. Voltage levels will decrease signiﬁcantly, as the camera uses a low idle current to maintain settings.

• Dispose of damaged batteries in accordance with the relevant regulations at an approved collection point for proper recycling.

• The date of manufacture can be found on the battery. The date format is week/year.

MEMORY CARD

• The range of available SD/SDHC/SDXC cards on the market is too extensive for Leica Camera AG to test for compatibility and quality. Generally, any type of memory card may be used without any damage to the camera or memory card. As some "no name" cards may not fully comply with the SD/SDHC/SDXC standards, Leica Camera AG cannot provide any guarantee of function.

• We recommend formatting memory cards from time to time, because fragmented residual data from deleted ﬁles may block some of the storage capacity.

• Generally, it is not necessary to format (initialize) memory cards that have been previously used. Formatting will, however, be necessary if you insert an unformatted memory card or a card that was formatted in another device (e.g. a computer) for the ﬁrst time.

• We recommend backing up your data on a PC, because electromagnetic ﬁelds, static electricity and any memory card or camera defects could result in permanent damage or loss of your data.

• SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards come with a write protection slider to prevent accidental overwriting. This slider is located on the non-beveled side of the card. All data on the card is protected when the slider is set to its lower position, marked LOCK.

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SENSOR

• Any dust or dirt particles stuck to the glass cover of the sensor may result in noticeable dark stains or specks on the pictures.

DATA

• All data, including personal information, may be changed or deleted due to incorrect or accidental operation, static

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discharge, accidents, malfunctions, repairs and other measures.

• Please note that Leica Camera AG does accept liability for direct or consequential damage due to the manipulation or destruction of data and personal information.

FIRMWARE UPDATE

Leica is constantly working on developing and optimizing the LeicaQ2. As many functions on digital cameras are controlled purely electronically, improvements and extensions to the range of functions may need to be installed on the camera at a later date. Leica releases what are known as ﬁrmware updates at irregular intervals. Cameras are always supplied from the factory with the latest ﬁrmware. Otherwise you can download it from our website yourself and transfer it to your camera. You will receive a newsletter informing you of the availability of a new ﬁrmware update if you register your camera on the Leica Camera homepage. Visit the download section or the "Customer Area" for information about how to register or how to get ﬁrmware updates for your Leica Q2. Additionally, you can ﬁnd information about changes or additions to the manual at: https://owners.leica-camera.com Select menu item "Firmware" (see p. 14) to check whether your camera and lenses are running the latest ﬁrmware version.

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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. For more information regarding the warranty scope, services and limitations, please visit: warranty.leica-camera.com

Leica Q2 comes with splash water and dust protection.

The camera was tested under controlled laboratory conditions and is classes as IP52

in accordance with DIN EN 60529. Please note: The splash water and dust

protection coating is not permanent and will diminish over time. The user manual

contains instructions on how to clean and dry the camera. The warranty does not

cover liquid damage. Any attempt to open the camera casing by an unauthorized

retailer or service partner will cause an immediate expiration of the splash water and

dust warranty.

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TABLE OF CONTENT

FOREWORD ...................................................................................... 2

SCOPE OF DELIVERY ....................................................................... 2

REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES .......................................... 3

LEGAL INFORMATION ..................................................................... 4

SAFETY REMARKS ........................................................................... 8

Table of Content

GENERAL INFORMATION ..............................................................12

WARRANTY ..................................................................................... 15

TABLE OF CONTENT ......................................................................16

PART DESIGNATIONS .................................................................... 20

CAMERA ...................................................................................................... 21

LENS "Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH."........................................................... 21

DISPLAYS ........................................................................................22

PHOTO ......................................................................................................... 22

VIDEO .......................................................................................................... 24

PREPARATION ................................................................................ 26

ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP ................................................................. 26

PREPARING THE CHARGER ........................................................................ 26

CHARGING THE BATTERY........................................................................... 27

INSERTING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER ....................................................27

REMOVING THE BATTERY FROM THE CHARGER ............................................. 27

CHARGE STATUS INDICATORS ON THE CHARGER ..........................................27

INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY ..................................................... 28

CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR ON THE LCD PANEL .......................................... 29

INSERTING/REMOVING THE MEMORY CARD .......................................... 29

ATTACHING/REMOVING THE LENS HOOD............................................... 31

DIOPTER SETTINGS .................................................................................... 32

CAMERA OPERATION.....................................................................34

OPERATING ELEMENTS .............................................................................. 34

MAIN SWITCH ................................................................................................... 34

SHUTTER BUTTON ............................................................................................ 35

SHUTTER SPEED SETTING DIAL ....................................................................... 36

THUMBWHEEL .................................................................................................. 36

THUMBWHEEL BUTTON ................................................................................... 36

DIRECTIONAL PAD/CENTER BUTTON ..............................................................37

PLAY BUTTON/FN BUTTON/MENU BUTTON ..................................................37

TOUCH SCREEN ................................................................................................ 38

MENU CONTROL ......................................................................................... 39

CONTROL ELEMENTS ....................................................................................... 39

STRUCTURE OF THE MENU SCREEN ............................................................... 40

SHOW MENU PAGES .........................................................................................41

MENU NAVIGATION .......................................................................................... 42

FAVORITES MENU ............................................................................................. 44

DIRECT ACCESS TO MENU FUNCTIONS .......................................................... 46

CAMERA DEFAULT SETTINGS ....................................................... 48

MENU LANGUAGE ...................................................................................... 48

DATE/TIME .................................................................................................. 48

DATE ..................................................................................................................48

TIME................................................................................................................... 48

TIME ZONE ........................................................................................................ 48

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ................................................................................... 48

POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE) .................................................... 49

LCD PANEL/VIEWFINDER (EVF) SETTINGS ............................................. 50

LCD PANEL/EVF USE ........................................................................................50

EYE SENSOR SENSITIVITY ................................................................................ 51

BRIGHTNESS ..................................................................................................... 51

COLOR RENDERING .......................................................................................... 52

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INFORMATION DISPLAYS ................................................................................. 52

AUTOMATIC LCD PANEL SHUTDOWN .............................................................. 52

ACOUSTIC SIGNALS ................................................................................... 53

ACOUSTIC SIGNALS.......................................................................................... 53

ELECTRONIC SHUTTER SOUND ....................................................................... 53

AUTOFOCUS CONFIRMATION .......................................................................... 53

SILENT PHOTOGRAPHY .................................................................................... 53

BASIC PICTURE SETTINGS ............................................................ 54

PHOTO ......................................................................................................... 54

FILE FORMAT .....................................................................................................54

JPG RESOLUTION .............................................................................................. 54

IMAGE PROPERTIES .......................................................................................... 55

FILM STYLE ....................................................................................................... 56

MONOCHROME IMAGES................................................................................... 56

WORKING COLOR SPACE ................................................................................. 57

IMAGE STABILIZATION ...................................................................................... 57

VIDEO .......................................................................................................... 58

FILE FORMAT .....................................................................................................58

VIDEO RESOLUTION ......................................................................................... 58

MICROPHONE ................................................................................................... 58

WIND NOISE REDUCTION ................................................................................. 58

VIDEO STABILIZATION ...................................................................................... 58

IMAGE PROPERTIES .......................................................................................... 59

EXPOSURE CONTROL ....................................................................................... 59

PICTURE MODE .............................................................................. 60

FOCUSING ................................................................................................... 60

AF PHOTOGRAPHY ............................................................................................ 60

AUTOFOCUS MODES ........................................................................................ 60

AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS ................................................................. 61

MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS .................................................................................... 63

MANUAL FOCUSING (MF) ................................................................................ 64

MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS .................................................................................... 64

OTHER FUNCTIONS .......................................................................................... 65

ISO SENSITIVITY ......................................................................................... 66

WHITE BALANCE ........................................................................................ 67

MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING ................................................................... 68

EXPOSURE................................................................................................... 69

EXPOSURE METERING METHODS .................................................................... 69

EXPOSURE MODES ........................................................................................... 70

SCENE MODE .................................................................................................... 74

LONG-TERM EXPOSURE – T .............................................................................. 79

EXPOSURE CONTROL ....................................................................................... 80

AUXILIARY DISPLAYS ........................................................................................ 86

SERIAL EXPOSURES ......................................................................................... 89

INTERVAL SHOOTING .......................................................................................90

SELF-TIMER ....................................................................................................... 91

DIGITAL ZOOM ..................................................................................................92

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY .............................................................................. 94

COMPATIBLE FLASH UNITS .............................................................................. 94

FLASH EXPOSURE METERING (TTL METERING) .............................................. 95

FLASH MODES .................................................................................................. 96

FLASH CONTROL .............................................................................................. 97

FLASH RANGE ................................................................................................... 98

FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION ................................................................ 98

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ...................................................................................100

VIDEO MODE ................................................................................102

START/EXIT VIDEO MODE .......................................................................102

START /END VIDEO RECORDING ............................................................ 103

PLAYBACK/REVIEW MODE .........................................................104

INITIATE/EXIT PLAYBACK/REVIEW MODE ............................................ 104

SELECTING/SCROLLING THROUGH RECORDINGS ............................... 105

DISPLAYS IN PLAYBACK/REVIEW MODE ............................................... 105

DISPLAYING ASSIST FUNCTIONS ..................................................................106

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Table of Content

PICTURE SERIES REVIEW ........................................................................ 106

CROPPED SECTION ZOOM ....................................................................... 109

DISPLAYING MULTIPLE RECORDINGS AT ONCE ....................................110

TAGGING/RATING OF RECORDINGS ....................................................... 112

DELETING RECORDINGS .......................................................................... 112

DELETING INDIVIDUAL RECORDINGS ............................................................113

DELETING MULTIPLE RECORDINGS ...............................................................114

DELETING ALL RECORDINGS ......................................................................... 115

DELETING UNRATED RECORDINGS ...............................................................115

PREVIEW OF LATEST RECORDING .......................................................... 116

SLIDE SHOW ............................................................................................. 117

VIDEO PLAYBACK .....................................................................................118

VIDEO EDITING ............................................................................................... 121

OTHER FUNCTIONS .....................................................................123

USER PROFILES ........................................................................................ 123

SAVING CURRENT SETTINGS AS A USER PROFILE .......................................123

APPLY/ACTIVATE PROFILES ...........................................................................124

EXPORTING/IMPORTING PROFILES TO/FROM THE MEMORY CARD...........124

DATA MANAGEMENT ................................................................................125

DATA STRUCTURE ON THE MEMORY CARD ...................................................125

CHANGING FILE NAMES .................................................................................126

CREATING A NEW FOLDER .............................................................................126

RECORDING THE IMAGE LOCATION WITH GPS (ONLY IN CONNECTION WITH

THE LEICA FOTOS APP) ..................................................................................126

FORMATTING A MEMORY CARD .....................................................................127

DATA TRANSFER ....................................................................................... 128

USING RAW DATA (DNG) ..........................................................................128

RESETTING THE CAMERA

TO FACTORY SETTINGS ............................................................................ 128

FIRMWARE UPDATES ............................................................................... 128

UPDATING THE FIRMWARE............................................................................. 129

LEICA FOTOS ................................................................................130

CONNECTION ............................................................................................ 130

REMOTE CAMERA CONTROL ................................................................... 132

CARE/STORAGE ...........................................................................134

CAMERA HOUSING ................................................................................... 134

LENS .......................................................................................................... 134

VIEWFINDER/LCD PANEL ........................................................................134

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY .......................................................................135

MEMORY CARDS ....................................................................................... 135

FAQ ................................................................................................ 136

KEYWORD INDEX .........................................................................142

MENU OVERVIEW ........................................................................146

TECHNICAL DATA .........................................................................150

LEICA CUSTOMER CARE ..............................................................153

LEICA ACADEMY ..........................................................................153

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Deﬁnition of the various categories of information found in this manual

Note

Additional information

Important

Failure to observe the instructions may result in damage to the camera, the accessories or the pictures.

Attention

Non-compliance may result in personal injury

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PART DESIGNATIONS

Part Designations

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CAMERA

Strap lugs

Main switch

Shutter button

Thumbwheel

Thumbwheel button

Shutter speed setting dial

Accessory shoe

Microphone

Self-timer LED/AF assist light

Viewﬁnder eyepiece

Eye sensor

Diopter setting wheel

Zoom/Lock button

PLAY button

FN button

MENU button

LCD panel

Status LED

Directional pad

Center button

Speaker

Battery compartment

Battery release lever

Tripod thread

Memory card slot

LENS "Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH."

Alignment point for macro function

Macro setting ring

Focus ring

Aperture setting ring

Thread protection ring

AF/MF lock release

Focus tab

Part Designations

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Displays

DISPLAYS

The images displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewﬁ nder are identical.

PHOTO

WHEN TAKING A PICTURE

All displays/values refer to the actual settings

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

131415

IN PLAYBACK MODE

All displays/values refer to the displayed image

2 3 4 5

15 21

7 8

1314

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999-9000

Focus mode

White balance mode

File format/compression level/resolution

Exposure metering method

Picture mode (Picture sequence)

Flash mode/ﬂ ash exposure compensation

Color rendering (Film Style)

Stabilization activated

Battery capacity

Leica FOTOS enabled (Bluetooth)

Automatic storage of the recording location (Exif data) (Only while connection to Leica FOTOS is active)

Remaining number of exposures incl. trend detection via bar chart = remaining capacity of the inserted memory card

Shutter speed

Light balance

Exposure value

ISO Sensitivity

Exposure mode

AF Field

Exposure compensation scale

Icon for marked picture

File number of the picture shown

Activated Capture Assistants

Automatic magniﬁ cation as Focus Assist for manual focusing (+3x

Horizon display

Focus Peaking (identiﬁ cation of in sharp edges in the object)

Grid lines

Histogram

Clipping identiﬁ cation of underexposed or overexposed object sections

or +6x magniﬁ cation available)

Displays

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VIDEO

WHEN TAKING A PICTURE

All displays/values refer to the actual settings

Displays

28 29

38 39

30 35 31 36

IN PLAYBACK MODE

All displays/values refer to the displayed image

28 29 30

4134

48 49 50

3148 32

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Focus mode

White balance mode

Video resolution

Color rendering (Video Style)

Stabilization activated

Light balance

Exposure compensation scale

Microphone recording level

Battery capacity

Histogram

Video mode

ISO Sensitivity

Exposure value

Shutter speed

Total remaining memory capacity/recording time

Length of recording

File name

Number of pictures on the memory card

Video editing function

Exiting video playback

Elapsed playback time

Playback status bar

Playback volume

Displays

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Preparation

PREPARATION

ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP

PREPARING THE CHARGER

Use the mains cable with the matching regional plug to connect the charger to mains electricity.

Attention

Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the camera from falling.

Note

The charger will automatically adapt to local mains voltage.

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CHARGING THE BATTERY

The camera is powered by a lithium-ion battery.

INSERTING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER

▸ Slide the battery into the charger with the groove facing up until

the contacts meet

▸ Press down on the battery until you can hear and feel it clicking

into place

▸ Ensure that the battery is fully inserted into the charger

CHARGE STATUS INDICATORS ON THE CHARGER

The status LED indicates a correct charging process.

Display Charge status Charge time*

CHARGE ﬂ ashes green

80% lights up orange

CHARGE continuous

green light

battery is charging

80% approx. 2 h

100% approx. 3½ h

Preparation

REMOVING THE BATTERY FROM THE CHARGER

▸ Tilt the battery up and lift it out at an angle

Disconnect the charger from mains electricity when the charging process is complete. There is no risk of overcharging.

for a completely discharged battery

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INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY

▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p. 34)

REMOVAL

INSERTION

Preparation

▸ Push the battery into the slot with the groove pointing towards

the LCD panel until you hear and feel it clicking into place

▸ Turn the battery release lever

• Battery is pushing out slightly.

▸ Press down on the battery lightly

• The battery unlocks and pushes out fully.

▸ Removing the battery

Important

Removing the battery while the camera is switched on may result in the loss of custom settings or damage to the memory card.

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CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR ON THE LCD PANEL

You can see the charge level of the battery on the LCD panel if you press the center button.

Display Charge status

approx. 88 - 100%

approx. 63 - 87%

approx. 47 - 62%

approx. 36 - 46%

approx. 26 - 35%

approx. 0 - 25%

The battery needs charging or replacing

INSERTING/REMOVING THE MEMORY CARD

The camera will save exposures to an SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (High Capacity) or SDXC (eXtended Capacity) memory card.

Notes

• SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are available from various suppliers in various sizes and with diﬀering read/write speeds. Memory cards with high storage capacities and high read/write speeds oﬀer quick storage and rendering.

• Memory cards with a capacity of less than 1GB are not supported. Memory cards with capacities between 1GB and 2GB must be formated before ﬁrst use.

• Check the memory card for correct alignment if you are having diﬃculties inserting it into the camera.

Preparation

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Preparation

▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p. 34)

OPENING THE COVER OVER THE MEMORY CARD SLOT

▸ Slide the cover as shown in the illustration until you hear a click

• The cover lifts automatically.

CLOSING THE COVER OVER THE MEMORY CARD SLOT

▸ Close and hold down the cover ▸ Slide the cover as shown in the illustration until it audibly clicks

into place

INSERTION

▸ Push the memory card into the slot with the contacts pointing

towards the LCD panel until you hear and feel it clicking into place

REMOVAL

▸ Push down on the card until you hear a click

• The card pushes out slightly.

▸ Remove the memory card

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ATTACHING/REMOVING THE LENS HOOD

This camera comes with a matching lens hood. It is pre-mounted ex works. The use of the lens hood is recommended to reduce vignetting.

REMOVAL

▸ Unscrew the lens hood in counter-clockwise direction ▸ Screw on the thread protection ring

ATTACHING

▸ Unscrew the thread protection ring in counter-clockwise

direction (Fig,1)

▸ Screw on the lens hood in clockwise direction to the stop

(Fig.2)

Notes

• The lens hood cover supplied will only ﬁ t the lens hood and cannot be used as lens cover on its own.

• A matching lens front cap E49 (Order No. 14001) is available as an optional accessory for use of the camera without a lens hood: https://store.leica-camera.com

Preparation

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Preparation

DIOPTER SETTINGS

The viewﬁnder has a diopter setting function with a range between +3 and -4 diopter to allow glasses wearers the use of the camera without eyeglasses (Diopter adjustment).

▸ Push the diopter setting wheel into its groove until you hear an

audible click

• This unlocks the diopter setting wheel and it pushes out a little.

▸ Look through the viewﬁnder ▸ Turn the diopter setting wheel until you see the image in the

viewﬁnder and the displays in perfect focus

▸ Push the diopter setting wheel back into its groove until it

audibly clicks into place

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Preparation

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CAMERA OPERATION

OPERATING ELEMENTS

MAIN SWITCH

The main switch switches the camera on and oﬀ .

Camera operation

SWITCHING THE CAMERA ON

Notes

• Once switched on, the camera will be ready to use after approx. 1s.

• The LED lights up brieﬂ y and the displays in the viewﬁ nder appear.

SWITCHING THE CAMERA OFF

Note

The function 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.

Auto Shutdown (see p. 49) deactivates the camera

Off to

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SHUTTER BUTTON

The shutter button works in two stages.

1. Tapping (= Pressing the shutter button to the 1st pressure point)

– activates the camera electronics and rangeﬁ nder display – saves the metered exposure value in aperture priority

mode, i.e. the shutter speed calculated by the camera – restarts a self-timer delay in progress (activation via app) – reverts the camera back to picture mode:

– if playback mode is set (activating via app using Visoﬂ ex)

– if menu control is active

– if the camera is in Standby mode

2. Press down fully – to take the picture

• The data is then transferred to the memory card.

– starts a preselected self-timer delay

Notes

• Press down the shutter button in a smooth motion until you hear the click of the shutter to prevent camera shake.

• The shutter button remains locked – if the memory card inserted and the internal buﬀ er memory

are (temporarily) full.

– if the battery has exceeded its performance limits (capacity,

temperature, age). – if the memory card is write-protected or damaged. – if image numbering on the memory card has reached its limit. – if the camera prompts for language, date and time settings at

ﬁ rst use or after a reset. – if the sensor is too hot.

• When the shutter button is released, camera electronics and viewﬁ nder displays remain active for the time set in the main menu item

Power Saving.

Camera operation

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SHUTTER SPEED SETTING DIAL

The shutter speed setting dial has no stop, which means it can be turned in either direction from any position. It will click at each engraved position and for intermediate values. Intermediate positions outside the click positions must not be used. Please read the section “Exposure” (see p. 69) for details about exposure settings.

Camera operation

– A: Automatic shutter speed control –

2000 - 1+: Fixed shutter speeds

THUMBWHEEL

– Menu navigation – Exposure compensation value selection – Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures

THUMBWHEEL BUTTON

– Conﬁ rming the selection – Direct access to menu functions

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DIRECTIONAL PAD/CENTER BUTTON

PLAY BUTTON/FN BUTTON/MENU BUTTON

Camera operation

DIRECTIONAL PAD

– Menu navigation – Setting selected menu items/functions – Scrolling through the picture memory – Moving the focal point (Field or Spot AF)

CENTER BUTTON

– Accessing the status display – Accessing the video function – Accessing the submenu – Applying menu settings – Conﬁ rming a deletion – Display of picture data during review

PLAY BUTTON

– Activation and deactivation of the (continuous) review/playback

mode

– Return to full-screen display

FN BUTTON

– Direct access to menu functions – Direct access to delete function

MENU BUTTON

– Accessing the – Exiting the currently displayed (sub) menu

Favorites or Main menu

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TOUCH SCREEN

TOUCH CONTROL

Camera operation

Tap brieﬂy Double tap

In picture mode

– Set the exposure metering ﬁeld position

(tap the desired location) – Changing to video mode (horizontal swipe) – Changing to review mode (vertical swipe)

In Playback/Review mode

– Changing to picture mode (vertical swipe) – Scrolling through the picture memory (horizontal swipe) – Zooming in/out of viewed pictures (two-ﬁnger pinch/spread) – Setting an image area for viewﬁnder live zoom

(double tap)

Note

A light touch is enough, do not press down.

Touch and hold,

drag and drop

Two-ﬁnger pinch Two-ﬁnger spread

horizontal/vertical

swipe

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MENU CONTROL

Menu sections: Main menu and Favorites

Main Menu:

– contains all menu items

CONTROL ELEMENTS

The following elements are used for menu control.

Camera operation

Favorites:

– your custom list (see p. 44 for details on how to manage this

list)

Note

The favorites menu can only be displayed if it has at least one menu item assigned.

PLAY button

FN button

MENU button

Thumbwheel button

Thumbwheel

Directional pad

Center button

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STRUCTURE OF THE MENU SCREEN

MAIN MENU

Camera operation

51 Menu section: 52 Menu item name 53 Setting of the menu item 54 Reference to the submenu 55 Scrollbar: current position in the menu list

MAIN MENU/FAVORITES

SUBMENU

43 Current menu item 44 Submenu item 45 Reference to further submenus

Note

In some cases, an additional scale for value settings or selectable function options is displayed.

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SHOW MENU PAGES

DISPLAY “HOME” SCREEN (INITIAL MENU CONTROL SCREEN)

In picture mode

– if there are no menu items assigned to the favorites menu:

▸ Press the

•

– if at least one menu item was assigned to the favorites menu:

▸ Press the

•

Getting back to the main menu

– if the favorites menu consists of one page:

▸ Press the

– if the favorites menu consists of 2 pages:

▸ Press the

▸

Select Main Menu (last item in the favorites menu)

In Playback/Review mode

▸ Tap the shutter button

• back to picture mode

▸ Press the

• The Home screen is displayed

MENU button 1x

MAIN MENU appears on screen.

MENU button 1x

The FAVORITES menu appears.

MENU button 1x

MENU button 2x

MENU button

SHOW SUBMENU

▸ Press the center button

▸ Press the directional pad to the right

▸ Press the thumbwheel button

Camera operation

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MENU NAVIGATION

NAVIGATING WITHIN THE MENUS

Screen by screen navigation

To scroll forward

▸ Press the MENU button

Camera operation

• Continuous scrolling will return the main menu to Screen 1 after Screen 5.

• Back to the favorites menu:

To scroll backward

▸ Press the directional pad left

Line by line navigation

(Function/function option selection)

▸ Press the directional pad up/down

▸ Turn the thumbwheel

(to the right = down, to the left = up)

• Once the last menu item has been reached scrolling up or down, the display will automatically jump to the previous or next screen.

Note

• Some menu items can only be accessed under speciﬁc circumstances. The text in the relevant line is displayed in gray to signify the existence of a submenu.

▸ Press the shutter button ▸ Press the MENU button

CONFIRM SELECTION

▸ Press the center button

▸ Press the thumbwheel button

• The screen image changes back to the active menu item. The set function variant is shown on the right in the relevant menu line.

Note

No conﬁrmation is needed for the selection of On or Off. An automatic save is done.

GO BACK ONE STEP

▸ Press the directional pad left

▸ Press the MENU button 1x

EXITING THE MENU

You can exit the menus and submenus at any time - with/without applying the settings made.

Return to the superordinate menu item

▸ Press the directional pad left

Go to picture mode

▸ Press the shutter button

Go to playback mode

▸ Press the PLAY button

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OPERATING THE KEYBOARD/NUMBER PAD

C G

A Input line B Keyboard/Number pad C “Delete” button (deletion of the respective last value) D Press "Conﬁ rm"

(to apply individual values and the complete settings)

E Return to previous menu level F Shift key (toggles between upper and lower case letters) G Changing the character type

Using button control

To move left or right

▸ Press the directional pad left/right

To go up or down

▸ Press the directional pad up/down

To toggle between upper and lower case letters

▸ Use the directional pad to select “Shift” F ▸ Press the center button

To change the character type (letters/numerals)

▸ Use the directional pad to select the G key ▸ Press the center button

To enter the selected character

▸ Press the center button

▸ Press the thumbwheel button

To save

▸ Use the directional pad to select the D key ▸ Press the center button

Using touch control

▸ Press the button of your choice

To save

▸ Select button D

To exit the menu

▸ Select button E

Camera operation

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USING THE MENU BAR (DIRECT ACCESS)

Camera operation

Using button control

▸ Press the directional pad left/right

▸ Turn the thumbwheel

Using touch control

▸ Select the desired function or swipe

FAVORITES MENU

Assign you most frequently used menu items to a favorites menu (up to 15 items) for quick and easy access. The available functions are shown in the list on p. 148.

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MANAGE FAVORITES MENU

▸ Select Customize Control in the main menu ▸ Select Edit favorites in the submenu

▸ Select the desired menu item

▸ Select On or Off

• A warning message appears when the favorites menu has reached the maximum of 15 menu items and no further items can be added.

Note

The favorites menu will be deleted completely if all menu items are set to Off.

Camera operation

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DIRECT ACCESS TO MENU FUNCTIONS

You can assign speciﬁc menu functions to the following operating elements for extra quick direct access to menu items in recording mode. The available functions are shown in the list on p. 148.

Camera operation

Zoom/Lock button

FN button

Thumbwheel button

Thumbwheel

DYNAMIC DIRECT ACCESS

The two following buttons additionally allow a quick assignment of menu functions from a custom list of items.

– FN button (factory setting: Self Timer) – Thumbwheel button (factory setting: ISO)

Creating the custom list

▸ Select Customize Control in the main menu ▸ Select FN button/Right setting wheel button in the submenu ▸ Select On or Off for each menu item

• You can activate a maximum of 8 menu items for this list.

Changing the assignment via the custom list

▸ Press and hold the FN button/thumbwheel button

• The direct access list you have created will appear on the LCD panel.

• This list can be modiﬁed at any time via the menu item

Customized Control.

▸ Select the menu item you want by pressing the center button

• You will not be prompted to acknowledge your selection. The change is applied immediately.

Accessing the assigned menu function

▸ Press the FN button/thumbwheel button brieﬂy

• The submenu appears on the LCD panel.

• Settings can be done via key control or using gesture control on the LCD panel.

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STATIC DIRECT ACCESS

The two following operating elements can only be assigned one of the preset functions via menu control. A custom list is not available.

– Zoom/Lock button – Thumbwheel

ZOOM/LOCK BUTTON

Factory setting: Digital Zoom Alternatively, you can assign automatic exposure metering and/or metering memory lock to the Zoom/Lock button.

▸ Select Customize Control in the main menu ▸ Select Zoom/Lock button in the submenu ▸ Select Digital Zoom, AEL/AFL, AEL or AFL

Accessing the assigned menu function

▸ Press the Zoom/Lock button brieﬂy

THUMBWHEEL

Factory setting: Automatic You can assign the exposure compensation function to the thumbwheel permanently. Select Customize Control in the main menu

▸ Select Wheel Assignment in the submenu ▸ Select Exp. Comp.

• Exposure compensation will be done automatically if Automatic is selected.

The thumbwheel has varying functions depending on the exposure mode (see p. 70) when it is set to Auto.

Off Automatic Exp. Comp.

no function Mode shift Exposure

no function Shutter speed Exposure

no function Exposure

no function Shutter speed Exposure

compensation

Exposure compensation

compensation

Accessing the assigned menu function

▸ Turn the thumbwheel to the left/right

Camera operation

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CAMERA DEFAULT SETTINGS

For details on how to navigate in the menus and for inputs see chapter "Menu control" (p. 39).

• The two menu items Language and Date & Time appear automatically when switching the camera on for the ﬁrst time, when activating the camera after a factory reset (see p. 128) or after a ﬁrmware update.

MENU LANGUAGE

Camera default settings

Factory setting: English Available menu languages: German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean and Traditional or Simpliﬁed Chinese

▸ Select Language in the main menu ▸ Select your language

• Aside from a few exceptions (button names, short names), the

language will be changed for all information.

DATE/TIME

DATE

You can choose one of 3 options.

▸ Select Date & Time in the main menu ▸ Select Date Setting in the submenu ▸ Select the desired date format

(Day/Month/Year, Month/Day/Year, Year/Month/Day)

▸ Set the date

TIME

▸ Select Date & Time in the main menu ▸ Select Time Setting in the submenu ▸ Select the desired display format

(12 Hours, 24 Hours)

▸ Set the time

(Select am or pm for the 12-hour format)

TIME ZONE

▸ Select Date & Time in the main menu ▸ Select Time zone in the submenu ▸ Select your time zone/current location

• The Greenwich Mean Time oﬀset is shown on the left of the line

• Major cities in the relevant time zones are shown on the right

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

▸ Select Date & Time in the main menu ▸ Select Daylight Saving Time in the submenu ▸ Select On or Off.

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POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE)

The camera will switch to the power-saving standby mode after a preset time to extend battery life if this function is activated. The device has three power save levels.

– Super Save mode:

Activates device standby mode in seconds

– Standard Save mode:

Activates device standby mode in minutes

– Automatic LCD panel shutdown (see p. 52)

SUPER SAVE MODE

The camera will switch to standby mode within a few seconds to maximize battery capacity.

▸ Select Power Save in the main menu ▸ Select Power Save Mode ▸ Select the desired setting

(Off, 3 s, 5 s, 10 s)

STANDARD SAVE MODE

▸ Select Power Save in the main menu ▸ Select Auto Power Off ▸ Select the desired setting

(Off, 2 min, /5 min, /10 mi n)

Note

The camera can be reactivated from standby mode at any time by pressing the shutter button or by switching the main switch oﬀ and on again.

Camera default settings

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LCD PANEL/VIEWFINDER (EVF) SETTINGS

The camera comes equipped with a 3” liquid crystal color panel, which is protected by a glass cover made of extremely hard and scratch-resistant Gorilla® glass. The following functions can be conﬁgured and used individually:

– Use of the LCD panel and EVF (electronic viewﬁnder) – Eye sensor sensitivity – Brightness – Color rendering – Information display

Camera default settings

– Automatic LCD panel shutdown (standby mode)

LCD PANEL/EVF USE

You can preset the situations in which EVF and LCD panel should be used. Factory setting: Auto

EVF LCD panel

Auto

LCD

EVF

Extended

▸ Select Display Settings in the main menu ▸ Select EVF-LCD in the submenu ▸ Select a setting

Note

Select EVF if you want to keep the LCD panel switched oﬀ (e.g. on dark environments).

The eye sensor in the viewﬁnder automatically toggles the camera between LCD panel and EVF.

• Pictures

• Playback

• Menu control

• Pictures

• Playback

• Menu control

• Pictures

• Playback

• Menu control

• Pictures • Playback

• Menu control

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EYE SENSOR SENSITIVITY

You can adjust the eye sensor sensitivity to ensure that the changeover functions reliably if you wear eyeglasses. Factory setting: Low

▸ Select Display Settings in the main menu ▸ Select Eye Sensor Sensitivity in the submenu ▸ Select a setting

BRIGHTNESS

You can adjust brightness for best visibility in various lighting conditions. Brightness is set individually for the LCD panel and the viewﬁnder. The setting can be selected via key control or touch control.

LCD PANEL

▸ Select Display Settings in the main menu ▸ Select LCD Brightness in the submenu ▸ Select the desired brightness of Automatic ▸ Conﬁrm selection

EVF

▸ Select Display Settings in the main menu ▸ Select EVF Brightness in the submenu ▸ Look through the viewﬁnder ▸ Select the desired brightness ▸ Conﬁrm selection

Note

An Automatic setting is not available here.

Camera default settings

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COLOR RENDERING

Color rendering can also be adjusted. Brightness is set individually for the LCD panel and the viewﬁnder. The setting can be selected via key control or touch control.

Camera default settings

LCD PANEL

▸ Select Display Settings in the main menu ▸ Select LCD Color Adjustment in the submenu ▸ Select the desired color setting ▸ Conﬁrm selection

EVF

▸ Select Display Settings in the main menu ▸ Select EVF Color Adjustment in the submenu ▸ Look through the viewﬁnder ▸ Select the desired color setting ▸ Conﬁrm selection

INFORMATION DISPLAYS

The picture data can be displayed in picture mode and in review mode.

DISPLAY OPTIONS

Select one of the three available display options.

– No picture data – With picture data – Video mode with picture data

(available only in recording mode)

▸ Press the center button

• The display cycles through the display options.

AUTOMATIC LCD PANEL SHUTDOWN

The LCD panel deactivates automatically to save power

▸ Select Power Save in the main menu ▸ Select All Displays Auto Off ▸ Select the desired setting

(30 s, 1 min, 5 min)

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ACOUSTIC SIGNALS

Some functions can be acknowledged with acoustic signals. The following special functions can be conﬁgured separately:

– Electronic shutter sound – AF conﬁrmation

ACOUSTIC SIGNALS

As a warning signal, e.g. when the user attempts to conﬁgure unavailable settings.

▸ Select Acoustic Signals in the main menu ▸ Select Acoustic Signals in the submenu ▸ Select On ▸ Select Volume in the submenu ▸ Select Low/High

ELECTRONIC SHUTTER SOUND

▸ Select Acoustic Signals in the main menu ▸ Select Electronic Shutter Sound in the submenu ▸ Select On ▸ Select Volume in the submenu ▸ Select Low/High

AUTOFOCUS CONFIRMATION

A signal sound can be selected for successful AF settings.

▸ Select Acoustic Signals in the main menu ▸ Select AF Confirmation in the submenu ▸ Select On ▸ Select Volume in the submenu ▸ Select Low/High

SILENT PHOTOGRAPHY

When pictures should be taken as quietly as possible.

▸ Select Acoustic Signals in the main menu ▸ Select Electronic Shutter Sound/AF Confirmation/Acoustic Signals in

the submenu

▸ Select Off for each of these menu items

Camera default settings

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BASIC PICTURE SETTINGS

PHOTO

FILE FORMAT

Choose the JPG format JPG or the standardized raw data format DNG (= digital negative). These can be used individually or simultaneously.

Basic picture settings

Factory setting: DNG + JPG

▸ Select Photo File Format in the main menu ▸ Select the desired format

(DNG, DNG + JPG , JPG)

JPG RESOLUTION

The JPG format setting oﬀers 3 image resolution (number of pixels) options. L-J P G (47 MP), M-JPG (24 MP) and S-JPG (12 MP). You can therefore adjust your settings to the intended use and available memory card capacity. When the Digital Zoom function (see p. 92) is selected, then images will be saved with the following actual resolutions.

L-J PG

M-JPG

28 mm Digital Zoom

35 mm

47 MP

24 MP

12 MP

30 MP 15 MP 7 MP

15 MP 8 MP 3 MP

8 MP 4 MP 2 MP

Digital Zoom

50 mm

Digital Zoom

75 mm

Notes

• The standardized DNG (Digital Negative) format is generally used for the storage of raw data.

• When picture data is saved in DNG and in JPG format simultaneously, then the camera will use the resolution setting for the JPG format is used for the JPG ﬁle (see next section), i.e. the two ﬁles may have diﬀering resolutions.

• The DNG format always uses the highest resolution (47.4 MP), no matter what JPG setting is selected.

• The remaining number of pictures shown in the LCD panel will not necessarily change after every picture taken. A counter change depends on the subject; very ﬁne image structures result in higher data quantities, while homogeneous surfaces mean less data.

▸ Select JPG resolution in the submenu ▸ Select the desired resolution

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IMAGE PROPERTIES

One of the many advantages of digital photography is that it is very easy to change key image properties. You can manipulate contrast, sharpness and color saturation before the picture is taken.

Note

The functions and settings described in this section apply for pictures taken in JPG format only.

CONTRAST

The contrast setting, i.e. the diﬀerence between light and dark image sections, determines whether an image comes across as “ﬂat” or “brilliant”. Increasing or decreasing this diﬀerence impacts on contrast, meaning that some image sections are rendered with more or less light.

SHARPNESS

The impression of sharpness in a picture is largely determined by edge sharpness, i.e. by how slight the transition area between light and dark is at edges in the picture. Expanding or reducing these areas will therefore change the impression of sharpness.

COLOR SATURATION

The saturation factor in color images determines, whether colors in the picture appear “pale” and pastel-like or “bright” and colorful. While you can’t do anything about weather conditions (clear/ misty), you can change the way an image is rendered.

Basic picture settings

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FILM STYLE

Three pre-conﬁgured color proﬁles are available: Factory setting: Standard

– Standard – Vivid – Natural

MONOCHROME IMAGES

You can choose to save your images in color or monochrome, provided you take the pictures in JPG format. Two pre-conﬁgured monochrome proﬁles are available:

– Monochrome – Monochrome HC

▸ Select Film Style in the main menu ▸ Select a proﬁle

Basic picture settings

CUSTOMIZING PHOTO PROFILES

For each proﬁle, the settings for contrast, sharpness and saturation can be adjusted individually.

▸ Select Film Style in the main menu ▸ Select Film Style Settings in the submenu ▸ Select a proﬁle from the submenu ▸ Select Contrast/Sharpness/Saturation in the submenu ▸ Select a level

(Low, Medium low, Standard, Medium high, High)

▸ Select Film Style in the main menu ▸ Select a proﬁle

CUSTOMIZING PHOTO PROFILES

For each proﬁle, the settings for contrast and sharpness can be adjusted individually.

▸ Select Film Style in the main menu ▸ Select Film Style Settings in the submenu ▸ Select a proﬁle from the submenu ▸ Select Contrast/Sharpness in the submenu ▸ Select a level

(Low, Medium low, Standard, Medium high, High)

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WORKING COLOR SPACE

Various color spaces can be selected for JPG ﬁles depending on the desired purpose. Factory setting: sRGB

sRGB (Standard RGB) recommended for simple print

Adobe RGB

ECI RGB v2.0

▸ Select Color Management in the main menu ▸ Select the desired setting in the submenu

recommended for sophisticated image editing, e.g. color correction

recommended for the professional pre-press stage

IMAGE STABILIZATION

The less favorable the lighting conditions during recording, the slower will be the required shutter speeds for correct exposure. Visual image stabilization is a great tool for preventing out-of-focus images due to blurring. Factory setting: Auto

▸ Select Visual Image Stabilization in the main menu ▸ Select a setting

(On, Off, Auto)

Basic picture settings

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VIDEO

FILE FORMAT

Videos are recorded in MP4 format.

VIDEO RESOLUTION

Video can be recorded in the formats C4K (Cinema4K) (4096x2160 pixel), +4 (3840x2160 pixel) or Full HD (1920x1080 pixel).

Basic picture settings

Video can be recorded with diﬀerent frame rates if 4 K or Full HD is selected.

– 4k: 24 fps (frames per second), 30 fps – Full HD: 24 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps, 120 fps

You can therefore adjust your settings to the intended use and available memory card capacity.

▸ Select Video Resolution in the main menu ▸ Select the desired resolution

(C4K/24p, 4K/30p, 4K/24p, Full HD/120p, Full HD/60p, Full HD/30p,

Full HD/24p)

Note

The max. length for an uninterrupted video recording depends on the selected resolution.

MICROPHONE

The sensitivity of the integrated microphone can be set. Factory setting: Medium

▸ Select Video Settings in the main menu ▸ Select Microphone Gain in the submenu ▸ Select the desired level

(High, Medium, Medium low, Low, Off)

Note

The Autofocus function and manual focal length adjustments generate noise that may be picked up in the recording.

WIND NOISE REDUCTION

Factory setting: On

▸ Select Video Settings in the main menu ▸ Select Wind Noise Reduction in the submenu ▸ Select On or Off.

VIDEO STABILIZATION

The stabilization function helps to reduce blurring for handheld recordings.

▸ Select Video Settings in the main menu ▸ Select Video Stabil. in the submenu ▸ Select On or Off.

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IMAGE PROPERTIES

The color space is set to sRGB for video recording. Other image properties can be set for video recordings.

VIDEO PROFILES

Three pre-conﬁgured color proﬁles are available:

– Standard – Vivid – Natural

There are two additional proﬁles available for monochrome video recordings:

– Monochrome – Monochrome HC

▸ Select Video Style in the main menu ▸ Select a video proﬁle

CUSTOMIZING VIDEO PROFILES

For each proﬁle, the settings for contrast, sharpness and saturation can be adjusted individually.

▸ Select Video Style in the main menu ▸ Select Video Style Settings in the submenu ▸ Select a video proﬁle from the submenu ▸ Select Contrast/Sharpness/Saturation in the submenu ▸ Select a level

(Low, Medium low, Standard, Medium high, High)

EXPOSURE CONTROL

Apertures, exposure and ISO sensitivity are controlled automatically in video recordings.

Basic picture settings

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PICTURE MODE

FOCUSING

Your Leica Q2 allows automatic as well as manual focusing. There are 2 operating modes and 3 metering methods available for AF photography.

Picture Mode

AF PHOTOGRAPHY

MF PHOTOGRAPHY

▸ Press and hold the AF/MF release button ▸ Turn the focus ring to the AF position ▸ position the AF metering ﬁeld as needed ▸ Tap and hold the shutter button

• Focusing occurs one time (AFs) or continuously (AFc).

• Metering was successful: The AF metering ﬁeld lights up

green.

• Metering was unsuccessful: The AF metering ﬁeld lights up

red.

• Alternatively, focus settings and/or exposure settings can be

done and saved via the Zoom/Lock button ("Metering memory lock", see p. 81)

▸ Shutter release

▸ Press and hold the AF/MF release button ▸ Turn the focus ring away from the AF position ▸ Use the focus ring to manually focus on the object ▸ Shutter release

AUTOFOCUS MODES

The following AF modes are available: AFs and AFc. The currently selected AF mode is shown in the header line.

AFs (single)

Suitable for objects with little or no movement. Focusing is done only once and the setting remains as long as the shutter button is held at the pressure point. That also applies if the AF metering ﬁeld is pointed at another object.

AFc (continuous)

Suitable for objects in motion. As long as the shutter button is held at the 1st pressure point, focusing is continuously adjusted to the object in the AF metering ﬁeld.

▸ Select Focusing in the main menu ▸ Select Focus Mode in the submenu ▸ Select a setting

Please read the following chapters for more information.

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AUTOFOCUS METERING METHODS

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

▸ Select Focusing in the main menu ▸ Select AF Mode in the submenu ▸ Select a setting

(Multi-Field, Spot, Field, Tracking, Face Detection)

Note

AF focusing can be unsuccessful:

– If the distance to the object is too great (macro mode) or too

small

– If the object is not suﬃciently illuminated

MULTI-FIELD METERING

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

SPOT/FIELD METERING

Both methods detect only those parts of the object that are within the relevant AF metering ﬁelds. The metering ﬁelds are indicated by a small frame (ﬁeld metering) or a cross (spot metering). The very small measuring range for spot metering allows focusing on tiny details of the subject. The slightly larger measuring range in ﬁeld metering is less critical for focusing, but still permits selective metering. These metering methods can also be used for serial exposures in which the part of the object you want to focus on will always be at the same oﬀ-center position in the image. Simply move the AF metering ﬁeld to another position.

▸ Press the directional pad left or right as needed

▸ Brieﬂy tap the LCD panel

(while Touch AF is activated)

Note

In both cases, the metering ﬁelds remain at their last positions set, even if the metering method is changed or the camera is switched oﬀ.

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TRACKING

This ﬁ eld metering variant helps in the capture of moving objects. The focus on the object in the metering ﬁ eld is continuously adjusted, once it is detected.

▸ Aim the metering ﬁ eld at the desired object

Picture Mode

▸ Tap and hold the shutter button

▸ Press and hold the Zoom/Lock button

▸ Pan the camera to the desired cropped section

Note

• This metering method focuses continuously, even if the AF mode

(by panning the camera shifting the metering ﬁ eld)

(provided the

AFL or AEL/AFL is assigned to the button, see p.

81)

• The camera focuses on the object.

• The metering ﬁ eld "tracks" the saved object and focus is

continuously adjusted.

AFs was set.

FACE DETECTION

In this metering method, the Leica Q2 automatically detects faces in the image ﬁ eld. The focus is set automatically on the faces closest to the camera. Multi-ﬁ eld metering is used if no faces are detected.

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TOUCH AF

1/80002.8F 12500ISO EV

Touch AF allows a direct placement of the AF metering ﬁ eld.

▸ Brieﬂ y tap the LCD panel in the desired position

▸ Swipe at the desired position

To return the metering ﬁ eld to the center of the screen

▸ Double tap the LCD panel

Note

With Spot or Field metering selected, the camera will focus again automatically. If the metering method

Tracking is selected, the

metering ﬁ eld will remain at the selected position and autofocus commences when the shutter button is tapped.

MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS

AF ASSIST LIGHT

The built-in AF assist light extends the operating range of the AF system in poor lighting conditions. This light comes on as soon as the shutter button is pressed, provided the function is activated.

▸ Select ▸ Select ▸ Select

Note

• The AF assist light illuminates an area of up to approx. 5m.

• The AF assist light switches oﬀ automatically, once focusing was

ACOUSTIC AF CONFIRMATION

A successful focus metering in AF mode can be conﬁ rmed with an acoustic signal (see p. 53).

Focusing in the main menu AF Assist Light in the submenu On/Off

successful (AF metering ﬁ eld is green) or has failed (AF metering ﬁ eld is red).

Picture Mode

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1/80002.8F 12500ISO EV

MANUAL FOCUSING (MF)

Focusing manually may in some situations be a better choice than autofocus.

– the same setting is used for several exposures – it would take longer to use the metering memory lock function – the setting is to be kept at inﬁ nity for landscape pictures

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– poor, i.e. very dark lighting conditions prevent AF operation or

▸ Move the focus ring out of the AF position

▸ Turn the focus ring until the desired part of the object is in clear

would slow it down

(press and hold the AF/MF lock release)

focus

MF ASSIST FUNCTIONS

The following assist functions are available in MF mode.

FOCUS PEAKING

This assist function highlights in focus object sections in color. The color can be freely selected.

▸ Select Focusing in the main menu ▸ Select ▸ Select ▸ Select a setting

Note

Focus peaking is based on subject contrast, i.e. diﬀ erences between light and dark. As a result, high contrast subject parts could be marked, even if they are not completely in focus.

Focus Assist in the submenu

Focus Peaking

(

Off, Red, Green, Blue, White)

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ENLARGEMENT

Turning the focus ring will automatically enlarge the image section in the center, which means the focus quality can be better assessed.

▸ Select ▸ Select ▸ Select

Focusing in the main menu Focus Assist in the submenu

Auto Magnification

▸ Select On ▸ Turn the focus ring

• The image section in the center is enlarged x3 and an indicator showing the magniﬁ cation factor is shown at the top right of the image.

▸ Press the center button

• The image section toggles between magniﬁ cation factors (3x/6x).

▸ Tap the shutter button

• The image is no longer enlarged.

Note

• The enlargement will automatically return to normal viewing size about 5s after the last turn of the focus ring.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

MACRO FUNCTION

The working range for the focus setting can be switched quickly and easily from the standard focus range (30 cm to inﬁ nity) to the macro range (17 cm to 30 cm) using the macro setting ring. AF and MF mode are available in both ranges.

▸ Turn the macro setting ring until the alignment point is set to

MACRO.

• The distance scales on the focus ring change when the focus ranges change.

Picture Mode

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ISO SENSITIVITY

The ISO setting covers a range between ISO 50 and 50000, allowing you to adapt to the relevant situation as required. Factory setting: Auto ISO

Picture Mode

AUTOMATIC SETTING: Auto ISO

The camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity to ambient brightness and/or to the conﬁgured shutter speed/aperture settings combination. In conjunction with aperture priority mode, this function extends the range for automatic exposure control.

▸ Select ISO in the main menu ▸ Select Auto ISO in the submenu

LIMITING SETTING RANGES

A max. ISO value can be set, which will then limit the automatic setting range (Max. ISO value). A max. exposure time can also optionally be conﬁgured. There are focal length related settings (1/f, 1/( 2f ), 1/ (3 f) , 1/( 4f)) and ﬁxed max. shutter speeds 1/2 and 1/2000 s available for that purpose.

▸ Select Auto ISO Settings in the main menu ▸ Select Maximum ISO, or Min. Shutter Speed in the submenu ▸ Select the desired value

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FIXED ISO VALUES

There is more leeway for the use of preferred shutter speed and aperture combinations when setting the exposure manually. You can set priorities within the scope of the automatic setting, e.g. for reasons of picture composition. ISO values between 50 and 50,000 can be selected in 11 increments.

▸ Select ISO in the main menu ▸ Select the desired setting in the submenu

Note

When high ISO values are used or the image is edited later, image noise, as well as vertical and horizontal stripes may become visible, particularly in larger, evenly lit areas of the object.

WHITE BALANCE

In digital photography, white balance ensures neutral color rendering in any light. White balance is based on the camera being preset to render a particular light color as white. Four methods are available:

– automatic control – ﬁxed presets – manual setting via metering – direct setting of the color temperature

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AUTOMATIC CONTROL/FIXED SETTINGS

Picture Mode

– Auto : for automatic control, which delivers neutral results in

– Six ﬁ xed presets for most frequently encountered light sources:

▸ Select ▸ Select a setting

most situations

Daylight

Cloudy

Shadow

Tungsten

Flash

White Balance in the main menu

for outdoor pictures in sunlight

for outdoor pictures in cloudy conditions

for outdoor pictures with the main subject in shadow

for indoor pictures with (predominantly) incandescent lamp light

for ﬂ ash photography

MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING

( Gray Card)

▸ Select White Balance in the main menu ▸ Select ▸ Take the picture

• Make sure that the image ﬁ eld contains a white or neutral

• The following will appear on the LCD panel:

▸ Shutter release

Note

A value conﬁ gured using this method will remain unchanged (i.e. it will be used for all subsequent photographs) until new measurements are taken or one of the other white balance settings is selected.

Gray Card in the submenu

gray (reference) surface.

– the image based on automatic white balance – a frame in the center of the image

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DIRECT SETTING OF THE COLOR TEMPERATURE

Values between 2000 and 11,500 K (Kelvin) can be set directly. That gives you a very wide range, which covers virtually all color temperatures occurring in real life and within which you can adapt color rendering to any light color and your personal preferences with incredible detail.

▸ Select White Balance in the main menu ▸ Select Color Temperature in the submenu ▸ Select the desired value

EXPOSURE

EXPOSURE METERING METHODS

Optional methods are spot metering, center-weighted metering and multi-ﬁeld metering. The line on the left of the light balance will ﬂash in the display if the measuring range is undercut/overshot.

▸ Select Exposure Metering in the main menu ▸ Select a metering method

(Spot, Center-Weighted, Multi-Field)

• The selected metering method is displayed in the header line of the screen image.

Note

The right shutter speed for correct exposure or the deviation from a correct exposure setting is shown or determined with the help of the screen display.

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SPOT METERING –

Spot metering only captures and analyzes a small area in the middle of the screen image, which is shown in a circle.

CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING –

This method considers the entire image ﬁeld. The subject elements

Picture Mode

captured in the center will, however, impact on the calculation of the exposure value more so than areas around the edges.

MULTI-FIELD METERING –

This metering method is based on the detection of multiple values. These values are used in an algorithm to calculate an exposure value appropriate for a good rendering of the assumed main subject.

EXPOSURE MODES

There are four exposure modes available to adjust the rendering of the object or to create the desired picture composition:

– Automatic program (P) – Aperture priority mode (A) – Shutter priority mode (S) – Manual setting (M)

The modes are selected via the shutter speed setting dial and the aperture setting ring. Both have manual setting ranges with locking positions and an A position for automatic operation.

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Prerequisite for the use of P, A, S and M is the correct setting for the menu item Scene Modes. As long as P-A-S-M is selected, the four operating modes can be selected using the following setting combinations:

Setting via the shutter speed setting dial

P A A

A A

manual setting

manual setting manual setting

Setting via the aperture setting ring

manual setting

Note

Should one of the 13 object and situation-related automatic program variants (see p. <?>) be selected instead of P-A-S-M under the menu item Scene Modes, then P-A-S-M will be unavailable. The shutter speed setting dial and the aperture setting ring will in that case have no assigned function.

FULLY AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING

AUTOMATIC PROGRAM – P

The automatic program mode facilitates fast and fully automatic photography. The exposure is controlled by an automatic shutter speed and aperture setting.

▸ Select Scene Mode in the main menu ▸ Select P-A-S-M in the submenu ▸ Turn the shutter speed setting dial to the A position ▸ Turn the aperture setting wheel to the A position ▸ Tap and hold the shutter button

• The automatically set value pair for aperture setting and shutter speed are displayed.

▸ Shutter release

▸ Adjusting the automatically set value pair

Picture Mode

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CHANGING THE PRESET SHUTTER SPEED/ APERTURE COMBINATIONS (SHIFT)

Changing the preset values using the Shift function combines the reliability and speed of fully automatic exposure control with the opportunity to vary the speed/aperture combination selected by the camera at any time to ﬁt in with your own ideas and intentions. The overall exposure, i.e. the brightness of the image, remains

Picture Mode

unchanged. Faster shutter speeds are a good choice for e.g. sports pictures, while longer speeds will oﬀer more depth of ﬁeld for e.g. landscape pictures.

Notes

• The adjustment range is limited to guarantee correct exposure.

• The values will be reset after each shot (and also if exposure

▸ Turn the thumbwheel to the left/right

(left = greater depth of ﬁeld, right = faster shutter speeds)

• Shifted value pairs are marked with an asterisk next to the P.

metering is set to deactivate automatically after 12s) to prevent unwanted use.

SEMI-AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SETTING

APERTURE PRIORITY MODE A

The camera electronics will calculate the correct shutter speed automatically and steplessly in the range between 1⁄40000s (electronic shutter) and 120min (max. exposure time; available only for ISO 100/200) when the shutter speed setting dial is in the

A position. The calculation includes the set sensitivity, metered

brightness and the manually selected aperture. The resulting shutter speed is displayed in half increments for more transparency. The remaining exposure time after shutter release is counted down in seconds on the display for shutter speeds greater than 2s. The actual calculated and steplessly controlled exposure time may vary from the exposure time displayed in half step increments: The display shows e.g. 16 (the closest value) before shutter release, but the calculated exposure time is longer, then the countdown after shutter release can start from 19. In extreme lighting conditions, exposure metering may – with all parameters included in the calculation – result in shutter speeds outside their working range. The camera will use the stated min. or max. shutter speeds and these values will ﬂash as a warning in the viewﬁnder if that is the case.

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▸ Turn the shutter speed setting dial to the A position ▸ Set the exposure value setting via the aperture setting ring ▸ Tap and hold the shutter button

• The automatically set value pair for aperture setting and shutter speed are displayed.

▸ Shutter release

Notes

• The remaining exposure time after shutter release is counted down in seconds on the display for shutter speeds greater than 2s.

• Image noise becomes apparent when using higher sensitivities, particularly on uniform dark areas. In order to reduce this annoying phenomenon, the camera will take a second “black picture” (taken with the shutter closed) automatically after pictures taken with slow shutter speeds and high ISO values. The noise metered in this parallel picture is then digitally “subtracted” from the data for the actual picture. Where that is the case, the message Noise reduction 12s (time example) will appear on the LCD panel. The doubling of the “exposure” time must be taken into account for long exposure times. The camera must not be switched oﬀ during that time.

SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY – S

Shutter speed priority mode sets the exposure automatically according to the manually selected shutter speed. It is therefore particularly suitable for pictures of moving objects, where the sharpness of the movement depicted is a critical picture composition element. An appropriately fast shutter speed can help to avoid e.g. unwanted motion blurring and will "freeze" the object. Conversely, an appropriately longer shutter speed can help create a better feeling of motion in the image with targeted "tracer eﬀects".

▸ Turn the aperture setting wheel to the A position ▸ Select the desired shutter speed

– via the shutter speed setting dial: in full increments – via the thumbwheel: Fine tuning in 1⁄3 increments

▸ Tap and hold the shutter button

• The set shutter speed and the automatically calculated exposure value are displayed in white.

▸ Shutter release

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SCENE MODE

13 additional automatic program variants are available under the menu item speed and aperture for extra easy photography as with the "normal" automatic program optimized functions for the selected scene type.

Picture Mode

Factory setting:

▸ Select Scene Mode in the main menu ▸ Select the desired setting in the submenu

Scene Modes. All 13 oﬀ er automatically controlled shutter

P and a number of additional

Fully automatic

– Fully automatic: Automatic snapshot function for general use – 9 scene modes to match the special requirements of common

scene types: –

Sports, Portrait, Landscape, Night Portrait, Snow/Beach, Fireworks, Candlelight, Sunset, Digiscoping

– 3 additional "special" modes:

–

Miniature Effect: Limitation of the sharpness range to one

horizontal or vertical stripe within the image ﬁ eld

–

Panorama: Automatic creation of panorama pictures

–

HDR: automatic combination of multiple pictures taken with

diﬀ erent exposure values

The following sections oﬀ er detailed information about these three functions.

Notes

• The selected program will remain active until a diﬀ erent program is selected (even after the camera is switched oﬀ ).

• The program shift function (see p. <?>) and some of the menu items are unavailable.

• The shutter speed setting dial and the aperture setting ring are without function.

• A ﬁ xed camera setup on a tripod is recommended for the

Digiscoping setting.

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MINIATURE EFFECT

The eﬀ ect will make the picture look similar to a closeup photo with its characteristically shallow depth of ﬁ eld. Normal sized objects will appear like a model landscape in the image.

The in-focus areas can be limited optionally to a horizontal or vertical stripe. The width and position of these stripes can be adjusted within the image ﬁ eld.

Picture Mode

▸ Select ▸ Select

Scene Mode in the main menu Miniature Effect in the submenu

• A frame around the area that should be in focus appears in the screen image.

to switch to a vertical frame

▸ Press the directional pad up/down

to switch to a horizontal frame

▸ Press the directional pad left/right

Changing the frame position

▸ Press the directional pad left or right as needed

Changing the frame width

▸ Turn the thumbwheel to the left/right

(to the left = smaller, to the right = larger)

Notes

• The function remains active until another function is selected.

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PANORAMA IMAGES

The Leica Q2 can capture classic horizontal, as well as vertical panorama images.

Picture Mode

▸ Select Scene Mode in the main menu ▸ Select Panorama in the submenu

• Auxiliary displays appear on screen – a white horizontal/vertical line

– a progression display indicating the direction

▸ Align the camera in such a way that the desired left/bottom

edge of the image is not all the way at the left/bottom of the

screen image

▸ Press and hold the shutter button ▸ Pan the camera evenly in the indicated direction along the white

auxiliary line

• Pictures are taken automatically and in quick succession.

• The image picture is canceled if the camera is panned too slowly or too fast, or if it is tilted too much and a relevant notiﬁcation will appear on screen.

▸ Release the shutter button to stop the picture series

• The camera generates a single image from the picture series.

Switching between landscape or portrait orientation

▸ Press the directional pad

(up/down = portrait, left/right = landscape)

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Notes

• The less steady the camera is held along the horizontal line, the smaller will be the overall height of the panorama picture.

• The maximum panning angle is approx. 180°.

• Panorama pictures are always taken in automatic program mode, no matter what the settings for the shutter speed setting dial and the aperture setting wheel are.

• Regardless of the current focal length setting, panorama pictures are always taken with 28 mm.

• Panorama pictures are always stored in JPG ﬁle format regardless of the current menu setting.

• Panorama pictures cannot be taken with a ﬂash.

• The resolution of a panorama picture depends on the direction of the picture and number of pictures taken.

• Sharpness, white balance and exposure for all pictures are set to the values of the ﬁrst picture taken in the series. That is why the ﬁnal panorama picture may not be in perfect focus or have ideal brightness if there are signiﬁcant changes in the distance between camera and object or the ambient light while the picture is taken.

• Some objects in the picture may appear distorted or there may be visual transitions, because the panorama picture is composed of a series of individual exposures.

• Panorama pictures cannot be created in the following situations:

– At very slow shutter speeds (longer than 1/60s) – In conjunction with the time lapse function (see p. <?>)

• Panorama pictures may not be possible for the following object types, under the following exposure conditions or the individual images may not be joined up correctly if:

– Single-color objects or objects with a uniform pattern (sky,

beach, etc.)

– Moving objects (people, pets, vehicles, waves, ﬂowers

swaying in the wind, etc.) – Objects with changing colors or patterns (e.g. a TV image) – Dark locations – Objects illuminated by uneven, ﬂickering light sources (e.g.

ﬂuorescent lamps, candlelight, etc.)

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HDR

HDR generates a picture in which the “overlay” of three diﬀerent

exposures (-2EV/0EV/+2EV) reproduces an improved image of lighter and darker parts of the object, i.e. with less overexposure in the highlights and more deﬁnition in the darkest areas. Due to the consecutive exposures, this operating mode is best suited for immobile objects or those with very little movement, e.g.

Picture Mode

landscapes. We recommend the use of a tripod for HDR pictures because of the slower shutter speeds and in particular in low ambient light.

▸ Select Scene Mode in the main menu ▸ Select HDR in the submenu

MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING

The following manual settings for shutter speed and aperture are a good choice:

– to create a special image mood that can only be achieved with a

very speciﬁc type of exposure – to ensure a perfectly identical exposure for multiple images with

diﬀerent cropped sections

▸ Tap the shutter button ▸ Set the desired exposure (using the shutter speed setting dial or

the aperture setting wheel on the lens).

• This is done with the help of the mark on the light balance in the footer line of the screen image.

▸ Shutter release

• The exposure compensation is done using the scale of the light balance:

– No white scale lines = correct exposure – White scale lines to the left/right of the center mark =

under or overexposure by the displayed value or by more than ±3EV (Exposure Value)

Notes

• The shutter speed setting dial must be clicked to one of the engraved exposure shutter speeds or to one of the intermediate values.

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The function of the thumbwheel depends in modes A and M on the setting of the shutter speed setting dial.

Shutter speed setting dial Thumbwheel

all settings from

2 to 1000

Fine tuning of the shutter speed in +- 1⁄3EV increments, max. 2⁄3EV

Set to

Longer shutter speeds than 1s (0.6s to 120s in 1⁄3EV increments)

Set to

2000

Shorter shutter speeds than 1⁄1000s (1⁄1250s to 1⁄40000s in 1⁄3EV increments)

Examples for shutter speed ﬁ ne tuning settings

– set shutter speed 1⁄125s + move the thumbwheel one click to

the left = 1⁄100s

– set shutter speed 1⁄500s + move the thumbwheel two clicks to

the right = 1⁄800s

Note

This menu item is also accessible via direct assignment, provided it has been relevantly conﬁ gured (see p. 47).

LONG-TERM EXPOSURE – T

In this setting, the shutter remains open after shutter release until the shutter button is pressed again (ax. 2min depending on ISO setting).

▸ Set the shutter speed setting dial to +1 ▸ Set the aperture setting ring to a ﬁ xed value ▸ Turn the thumbwheel until the time value in the footer line

changes to

▸ Shutter release

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Notes

• The thumbwheel must have the assignment Off or Automatic (see

• Image noise becomes apparent when using higher sensitivities,

Picture Mode

p. 47)

particularly on uniform dark areas. In order to reduce this annoying phenomenon, the camera will take a second “black picture” (taken with the shutter closed) automatically after pictures taken with slow shutter speeds and high ISO values. The noise metered in this parallel picture is then digitally “subtracted” from the data for the actual picture. In such cases the message Noise reduction will appear with a relevant time value. The doubling of the “exposure” time must be taken into account for long exposure times. The camera must not be switched oﬀ during that time.

EXPOSURE CONTROL (FUNCTIONS FOR AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE)

EXPOSURE SIMULATION

With factory settings in place, the brightness of the screen image in the three automatic exposure modes P, S and A matches the relevant exposure settings1. You can now assess and control the eﬀect of the relevant exposure setting on the image before taking the picture. This function is also available for the manual exposure setting M:

▸ Select Exposure Preview in the main menu ▸ Select P-A-S (only in automatic, aperture priority and shutter

speed priority mode) or P-A-S-M (also for manual setting)

Notes

• Depending on ambient lighting conditions, the brightness of the screen image may diﬀer from that of the actual pictures, despite the settings described above. The screen image will appear considerably darker than the – correctly exposed – picture. That is particularly the case in long-term exposures.

This will apply for as long as the object brightness and the exposure setting don’t result in excessively low or high brightness values and as long as the internal exposure setting is not greater than 1⁄60s.

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METERING MEMORY LOCK

We often want to arrange important subject elements outside the center of the picture for reasons of picture composition and these elements may sometimes be very bright or very dark. Center-weighted metering and spot metering, however, mainly capture an area in the center of the image and are calibrated to an average gray scale value. In that case, the metering memory lock function – in P, S and A exposure modes, and the AF modes spot/ﬁeld metering – initially allows a metering of the main object and to store the relevant settings until the ﬁnal image section is set. With the factory settings in place, both lock functions are done via the shutter button. You can, however, divide the lock functions between the shutter button and the Zoom/Lock button or assign both to the Zoom/Lock button.

AEL (Auto Exposure Lock)

The camera stores the exposure value. The exposure value can be placed on another object independent of the focus setting.

AFL (Auto Focus Lock)

The camera stores the focus setting. That makes it easier to focus when exposure values change.

AEL/AFL

This option allows the camera to store the exposure value and the focus setting when the Zoom/Lock button is pressed and held.

Menu settings Shutter button Zoom/Lock button

AEL/AFL*

AFL*

AEL*

no function Exposure and focus

Exposure Sharpness

Sharpness Exposure

Picture Mode

* The functions include settings and storage.

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Via the shutter button

Picture Mode

Via the Zoom/Lock button

▸ Aim at the key subject element (using the metering ﬁeld for spot

metering) or alternatively at another detail with average brightness.

▸ Tap and hold the shutter button

• The measurement is taken and saved.

▸ Shutter release

▸ Select Customize Control in the main menu ▸ Select Zoom/Lock button in the submenu ▸ Select a setting

(AEL/AFL, AEL, AFL)

▸ Aim at the object ▸ Press and hold the Zoom/Lock button

• The measurement is taken and saved.

▸ Select the ﬁnal image section ▸ Shutter release

Notes

• A metering memory lock doesn’t make much sense in conjunction with multi-ﬁeld metering, because a targeted capture of an individual object element will not be possible.

• A change in the aperture setting after the metering memory lock is set will not result in an adjustment of the shutter speed, i.e. the end result would be an incorrect exposure. The metering memory lock is canceled when you release the shutter button.

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EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

Exposure meters are calibrated for a medium gray scale value, which matches a standard, i.e. average image object. Should the measured image detail not fulﬁll that requirement, then the a relevant exposure compensation can be eﬀected. Speciﬁcally where several pictures are taken in sequence, for example if for a series a slightly lesser or greater exposure is desired for a particular reason, then exposure compensation can be a very useful function: Once set, the setting remains active – unlike the metering memory lock – until it is reset. Exposure compensation can be set in the range ± 3EV in 1⁄3 EV increments (EV: Exposure Value).

A Set compensation value (marks at 0 = Oﬀ)

▸ Select Exposure Compensation in the main menu

• A scale appears as a submenu item.

▸ Set the value on the scale

• The set value is displayed in the scale

Notes

• This function can be selected for direct access via the thumbwheel (see p. 47). That will allow the user to set the values quickly using the thumbwheel.

• The following applies for set compensation values, no matter how they were initially set: They remain eﬀective until they are manually reset to 0, i.e. even if the camera is switched oﬀ and on again in the meantime.

Picture Mode

“±X” is a representative placeholder for the relevant value in the positive or

negative range.

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BRACKETING

Many attractive objects are rich in contrast, which means they have very bright and very dark areas. The image eﬀect can be dramatically diﬀerent, depending on which of these areas you choose to align your exposure with. The automatic bracketing function in aperture priority mode allows you to produce several alternatives with graduated exposure values and varying shutter

Picture Mode

speeds. You can then select the picture you like best or use relevant picture editing software to calculate an image with a particularly broad contrast spectrum (HDR).

A Number of pictures B Exposure diﬀerence between the pictures C Exposure compensation setting D Light value scale E Exposure values of the images marked in red.

A B C

(The scale will be oﬀset by the relevant value if exposure compensation is set concurrently.)

You can choose from 5 graduations (0.3EV, 0.7EV, 1EV, 2EV, 3EV) and 3 or 5 pictures per series.

▸ Select Picture Series in the main menu ▸ Select Exposure Bracketing in the submenu ▸ Select the desired number of pictures under Number of Frames in

the submenu

▸ Select the desired exposure oﬀset under EV Steps in the

submenu

▸ Select the desired Exposure Compensation value in the submenu

• The marked exposure values change positions according to the settings selected. In the case of exposure compensation, the scale also shifts.

▸ All pictures are taken by pressing the shutter button once or

several times

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Notes

• The following rule applies when using automatic bracketing: With automatic ISO sensitivity control (see S. 66) enabled, the sensitivity calculated by the camera automatically for the raw picture will also be applied to all other pictures in a series, i.e. the ISO value will not change during bracketing. This may mean that the slowest shutter speed speciﬁed under Min. Shutter Speed is exceeded.

• The focus range for automatic bracketing may be limited (depending on the originally set shutter speed). The speciﬁed numbers of pictures will be taken regardless. Several pictures in a series may consequently be taken with the same exposure values.

• The function remains active until another function is selected in the Drive Mode submenu or the camera is switched oﬀ and on again. If no other function is selected, another series of pictures is taken each time the shutter button is pressed.

Picture Mode

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OTHER FUNCTIONS

AUXILIARY DISPLAYS

Four functions are available.

Picture Mode

A Histogram B Grid lines ( C Horizon display ( D Clipping

Grid Setup)

Horizon)

HISTOGRAM

Histogram represents the brightness distribution in the picture. The horizontal axis shows the graduated values from black (left) through gray to white (right). The vertical axis corresponds to the number of pixels at each brightness level. This type of rendering allows an additional quick and easy assessment of the exposure setting.

▸ Select Capture Assistants in the main menu ▸ Select ▸ Select

Histogram in the submenu

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Notes

• The histogram is always based on the brightness displayed; depending on the settings used, it may not represent the ﬁnal exposure.

• In picture mode, the histogram should be regarded as a "trend indicator" and not as a depiction of the exact number of pixels.

• The histograms when reviewing and taking a picture may diﬀer slightly from one another.

• The histogram function is not available for the simultaneous playback of multiple thumbnails or enlarged pictures.

GRID LINES

The grid divides the image ﬁeld into 3x3 equal ﬁelds.

▸ Select Capture Assistants in the main menu ▸ Select Grid Setup in the submenu ▸ Select On

Picture Mode

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HORIZON DISPLAY

The integrated sensors of the camera show its orientation. These indicators ensure exact camera orientation along the longitudinal and transverse axes of critical objects, e.g. architecture.

Picture Mode

Two long lines to the left and right of the image center indicate the longitudinal axis on screen.

– in zero position = green – in tilted position = red

▸ Select Capture Assistants in the main menu ▸ Select Horizon in the submenu ▸ Select On

The transverse axis is indicated in level position by two green double-lines immediately left and right of the image center. When the camera is tilted, these lines are white and a short red line appears above or below them.

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CLIPPING

The Clipping display marks very bright or very dark image areas. This function is a very easy and exact tool for checking the correct exposure setting.

▸ Select Capture Assistants in the main menu ▸ Select ▸ Select

Clipping in the submenu

SERIAL EXPOSURES

The camera is set to single shot exposures by default (Single). Serial exposures can also be created to e.g. capture motion sequences at various stages.

▸ Select ▸ Select the desired setting in the submenu

Once you have ﬁ nalized your settings, the camera will take serial exposures as long as you keep the shutter button pressed down fully (and you have suﬃ cient space on your memory card).

Notes

• We recommend deactivating the preview review mode

• The speciﬁ ed picture sequence stated in the technical

• Regardless of how many pictures were taken in a series, the last

Picture Series in the main menu

(

Continuous Low Speed, Continuous Medium Speed, Continuous High Speed,

Continuous Super Speed)

(

Auto Playback/Review) when using this function.

information refers to a default setting (

ISO 200, JPG format L-J P G).

The picture sequence may diﬀ er in conjunction with other settings or depending on the picture content,

White Balance

setting and the memory card used.

picture in the series or the last picture saved on the memory card while the save process is ongoing will be displayed ﬁ rst in both review modes.

Picture Mode

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INTERVAL SHOOTING

This camera allows you to capture motion sequences over extended periods of time automatically using the interval shooting function. You must specify the interval between shots and the number of frames in the series.

SPECIFYING THE NUMBER OF PICTURES

Picture Mode

SPECIFYING THE INTERVALS BETWEEN SHOTS

▸ Select Drive Mode in the main menu ▸ Select Interval in the submenu ▸ Select Frames ▸ Enter the desired value

▸ Select Drive Mode in the main menu ▸ Select Interval in the submenu ▸ Select Interval ▸ Select the desired interval between shots

Notes

• A running series of pictures can only be aborted by switching oﬀ the camera. The relevant settings remain unchanged, which means that tapping the shutter button again after switching the camera on will restart the series.

• The camera may switch oﬀ and on again if “Auto power oﬀ” is set and no other camera operation occurs between the individual shots.

• Interval shooting over an extended period of time in a cold location or in a place with high temperature and humidity may result in malfunctions.

• Interval shooting will be interrupted or canceled in the following situations:

– if the battery is depleted – if the camera is switched oﬀ

Make sure to check the battery for suﬃcient charge.

• Interrupted or canceled interval shooting an be resumed by switching the camera oﬀ, replacing the battery or memory card as needed and then switching the camera back on. The pictures taken after function interruption will be stored in a separate group. A prompt will be displayed on screen if the camera is switched oﬀ and on again while the Interval shooting function is active.

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• The interval function remains active after a picture series is completed, and also after the camera is switched oﬀ and on again, until another exposure mode (picture series) is set.

• The availability of this function does not mean that the camera is suitable for use as a monitoring device.

• Regardless of how many pictures were taken in a series, the last picture in the series or the last picture in the series or the last picture saved on the memory card while the saving process is ongoing will be displayed ﬁrst in both review modes.

• The camera may under some circumstances be unable to take good pictures. That may happen if, for example, focusing was unsuccessful. In that case, the camera will not take a picture and the series will continue with the next interval. The message

Some frames were dropped appears on screen.

SELF-TIMER

The self-timer function allows taking pictures with a preconﬁgured time delay. We recommend that the camera is placed on a tripod.

▸ Select Self-timer in the main menu ▸ Select Self-timer 2 s/Self-timer 12 s in the submenu ▸ Shutter release

• The remaining time until exposure is counted down on screen. The self-timer LED at the front of the camera counts down the delay time. It ﬂashes slowly during the ﬁrst 10s, then fast for the last 2s.

• The self-timer delay time can be canceled at any time by taping the shutter button; the relevant settings remain intact.

Note

In self-timer mode, the exposure value is set just before the picture is taken and not when the shutter button is pressed.

Picture Mode

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DIGITAL ZOOM

Three cropped section sizes are available in addition to the Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. image section. They are similar to the focal lengths 35mm, 50mm and 75mm.

35mm

Picture Mode

50mm

75mm

PERMANENT SETTING

▸ Select Digital Zoom in the main menu ▸ Select a setting

DIRECT ZOOM CHANGE

▸ Press and hold the Zoom/Lock button

• A frame appears around the image section on screen,

indicating the ﬁnal image size.

• Pressing the Zoom/Lock button will toggle the display

between 28mm (full screen), 35mm, 50mm and 75mm.

• The selected increment will remain set until the next change.

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Notes

• The relevant setting must be selected via the menu if the Zoom/ Lock button has a diﬀerent function assigned (direct access, see p. 46).

• The desired cropped section is displayed for DNG recordings, but the entire 28mm image ﬁeld will be saved. That will allow a later editing of the full image.

• Only an enlarged cropped section will be displayed and stored for JPG images. A higher zoom value means a lower resolution as shown in the following table. Cropped sections can also be created using editing software.

L-J PG

M-JPG

S-JPG

28 mm Digital Zoom

35 mm

47 MP

24 MP

12 MP

30 MP 15 MP 7 MP

15 MP 8 MP 3 MP

8 MP 4 MP 2 MP

Digital Zoom

50 mm

Digital Zoom

75 mm

ELECTRONIC SHUTTER

The LeicaQ2 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.

▸ Select Electronic Shutter in the main menu ▸ Select the desired setting in the submenu

– Off

Only the mechanical shutter is used. Focus range 120s to 1⁄2000s.

– Always On

Only the electronic shutter function is used. Focus range 1⁄2500s to 1⁄40000s.

– Extended

You can add in the electronic shutter functions if you need faster shutter speeds than can be achieved with the mechanical shutter. Focus range 120s to 1⁄2000s + 1⁄2500s to 1⁄40000 s.

Picture Mode

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FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

The camera determines the necessary ﬂ ash intensity by ﬁ ring one or more pre-ﬂ ashes before taking the actual picture. The main ﬂ ash ﬁ res immediately after, i.e. during exposure

COMPATIBLE FLASH UNITS

Picture Mode

The following ﬂ ash units oﬀ er a TTL ﬂ ash metering function and – depending on the model – a varying number of the functions described in this manual:

– Leica system ﬂ ash units like the SF 40 and SF 60 – Other commercially available ﬂ ash units with a standard ﬂ ash

– Studio ﬂ ash units (ﬁ red via synchronization cable)

foot and positive center contact contact).

(ﬁ red via the center/X

ATTACHING THE FLASH UNIT

▸ Switch oﬀ the camera and ﬂ ash unit ▸ Pull oﬀ the accessory shoe cover and store it in a safe place ▸ Slide the foot of the ﬂ ash unit all the way into the accessory

shoe and use the clamping nut (where available) to secure it against accidental movement

• Movement inside the accessory shoe can interrupt required contacts and therefore cause malfunctions.

DETACHING THE FLASH UNIT

▸ Switch oﬀ the camera and ﬂ ash unit ▸ Detaching the ﬂ ash unit ▸ Replace the accessory shoe cover

Note

• The accessory shoe cover should always be attached when no accessory is used.

Activate the Flash setting if you will be using ﬂ ash units that are not directly compatible with the camera and will therefore not automatically adjust the white balance of the camera.

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FLASH EXPOSURE METERING (TTL METERING)

The camera oﬀers a fully automated, camera-controlled ﬂash mode in conjunction with system-compatible ﬂash units (see p. 94) and for the auto modes aperture priority and manual setting. In aperture priority mode and with manual setting, the camera also allows the use of additional ﬂash techniques like ﬂash synchronization and ﬁring with slower shutter speeds than the sync time 1⁄180s, which may be interesting in terms of picture composition. These functions are set on the camera via the menu (please read the next sections for more information). The camera additionally communicates the sensitivity setting to the ﬂash unit. The ﬂash unit can use this information to automatically adjust its range data, provided the device comes with these displays and the aperture setting selected on the lens is also entered manually on the ﬂash unit. The ISO sensitivity setting cannot be altered via the ﬂash unit on system-compatible units, because the information is received from the camera.

SETTINGS ON THE FLASH UNIT

Operating mode

Automatic camera control

TTL

Aperture priority

The ﬂash exposure must be set to an output level to

match the aperture and shutter speed settings determined by the camera.

Note

Please read the relevant instructions provided with third party ﬂash units regarding their various operating modes.

Picture Mode

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FLASH MODES

Select one of the three available operating modes.

Picture Mode

That is the default ﬂash mode. The ﬂash unit will ﬁre automatically if poor lighting conditions would mean slower shutter speeds, which could result in blurred images.

This mode is suitable for backlit pictures in which the main subject does not ﬁll the entire frame and is in shadow, or in situations where a ﬁll-in ﬂash will moderate sharp contrasts (e.g. in direct sunlight). The ﬂash will ﬁre each time a picture is taken, regardless of prevailing lighting conditions. The ﬂash intensity depends on the metered ambient brightness: in poor light it is the same output as in automatic mode, with output decreasing with increasing brightness. The ﬂash will then work as a ﬁll-in light, e.g. to light up dark shadows in the foreground or backlit objects, and to create more balanced overall lighting.

– Automatic – Manual – Long-term exposure

AUTOMATIC FLASH ACTIVATION

MANUAL FLASH ACTIVATION

AUTOMATIC FLASH ACTIVATION AT SLOWER SHUTTER SPEEDS (LONG-TERM SYNCHRONIZATION)

This mode ensures appropriately exposed, brighter dark backgrounds and bright foreground. The shutter speed is not extended beyond 1⁄30s in the other ﬂash modes to minimize the risk of blurring. This may mean, however, that pictures with ﬂash exposure can end up with objects in the background not illuminated by the ﬂash and therefore being underexposed. In this mode, slower shutter speeds (up to 30s) are permitted to avoid this eﬀect.

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FLASH CONTROL

The settings and functions described in the following sections only apply to settings and functions available in this camera and in system-compatible ﬂash units.

SYNC POINT

Flash exposures are lit by two light sources:

– Ambient light – Flash

Any subject elements lit primarily by the ﬂash will almost always be rendered in perfect focus by the short burst of light, provided the focus is set correctly. All other subject elements in the same frame lit by ambient light or lit from within will be rendered with varying degrees of sharpness. Whether or not these object elements will be rendered in sharp focus or blurred, as well as the degree of "blurriness" depends on two interdependent factors:

– the shutter speeds – The speed of movement of the subject elements or camera

during recording

The longer the shutter speed and the faster the motion, the greater the diﬀerence between the two superimposed partial images.

A ﬂash is usually ﬁred at the start of exposure (Start of Exp.), right after the ﬁrst shutter curtain has completely opened the image window. This may result in apparent contradictions, e.g. the picture of a vehicle being overtaken by its own light trail. This camera allows you to synchronize the ﬂash ﬁring with the end of exposure (End of Exp.), right before the second shutter curtain closes the image window. The sharp image will in this case be a rendering of the end of the captured motion. This ﬂash technique creates a more natural impression of movement and dynamics in the image. This function is available with all camera and ﬂash unit settings.

▸ Select Flash Settings in the main menu ▸ Select Flash firing point in the submenu ▸ Select a setting

(Start of Exp., End of Exp.)

Note

When using the ﬂash with faster shutter speeds, a diﬀerence between the two ﬂash times will be barely discernible or only noticeable for very fast movements.

Picture Mode

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FLASH RANGE

The usable ﬂash range depends on the aperture and sensitivity values set manually or calculated by the camera. It is important to ensure that the subject is within the relevant ﬂash range for suﬃcient illumination. A permanent setting to the shortest available shutter speed for ﬂash mode (sync time) may often result in unnecessary underexposure of those subject elements that are

Picture Mode

not lit suﬃciently by the ﬂash. This camera allows the ﬁne tuning of the shutter speed used in ﬂash mode in combination with aperture priority depending on the conditions of the object or your own picture composition ideas.

FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

This function can be used to selectively reduce or enhance ﬂash exposure regardless of ambient light, e.g. to brighten the face of a person in the foreground when taking a picture outdoors in the evening while retaining the same general lighting mood.

▸ Select Flash Settings in the main menu ▸ Select Flash Exposure Compensation in the submenu

• The submenu displays a scale with a red setting mark. The function is deactivated if the value is set to 0.

▸ Set the desired value

• The conﬁgured compensation is displayed as ±X EV1 above the scale.

Example (Plus or Minus): "X" stands for the relevant value.

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Notes

• Flash exposure compensation changes the range of the ﬂash unit.

• Once set, the compensation value remains active until it is reset to ±0, no matter how many pictures are taken or if the camera is switched oﬀ.

• A compensation value conﬁgured on the camera will be overruled when a relevantly equipped ﬂash unit is attached, e.g. a Leica SF 60 and a compensation value is entered on that ﬂash unit.

• The menu item Flash Exposure Compensation can only be used in conjunction with ﬂash units on which the compensation value cannot be set manually (e.g. Leica SF 26). The settings on the scale in the camera menu can therefore only be conﬁrmed if a suitable ﬂash unit is connected and switched on.

• A brighter ﬂash illumination with Plus compensation will require a greater ﬂash intensity. Flash exposure compensation will therefore impact on the ﬂash range: A Plus correction will decrease it, a Minus correction will increase it.

• An exposure compensation set on the camera will only aﬀect the measurement of ambient light. If a simultaneous TTL ﬂash exposure metering compensation is desired in ﬂash mode, then it must be additionally set on the ﬂash unit. (Exception: On the Leica SF26, the compensation value must be set on the camera via menu control.)

Picture Mode

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FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

Picture Mode

▸ Switch on the ﬂash unit ▸ Set the desired guide number control mode (e.g. TTL or GNC =

Guide Number Control) on the ﬂash unit

▸ Switching the camera on ▸ Tap the shutter button before each ﬂash exposure to activate

exposure metering

• The ﬂash unit may not ﬁre if this step is missed by pressing the shutter button down completely and skipping these settings.

▸ Set the desired exposure mode, shutter speed and/or aperture

setting

• It is imperative to take note of the shortest ﬂash sync speed, as it determines whether a "normal" ﬂash or an HSS ﬂash is ﬁred.

▸ Select Flash Settings in the main menu ▸ Select Flash Mode in the submenu ▸ Select a setting

• The currently active mode is displayed on screen.

Notes

• A ﬂash unit that is not ready to ﬂash may cause incorrect exposures or error messages.

• Studio ﬂash systems may have a very long ﬂash ﬁring duration. It may therefore be advantageous to select a slower shutter speed than 1⁄180s when using such a system. The same applies for RF-controlled ﬂash ﬁring for so-called "oﬀ-camera" ﬂashes, as the transmission time may cause a delay.

• Serial exposures and automatic bracketing with ﬂash are not available. With the camera set to one of these modes, there will be no ﬂash display on screen even if the ﬂash unit is attached and the ﬂash will not ﬁre.

• The setting (long-term synchronization) is unavailable and grayed out if a ﬂash unit is attached that is not system compatible.

• Depending on the setting selected in the Auto ISO Settings menu, the camera may not support slower shutter speeds, because an increase in ISO sensitivity takes priority.

• Use a tripod to prevent blurring at slow shutter speeds. Alternatively, you can select a higher sensitivity.

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Leica Q2 Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

FOREWORD

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES

LEGAL INFORMATION

SAFETY REMARKS

GENERAL INFORMATION

WARRANTY

TABLE OF CONTENT

PART DESIGNATIONS

CAMERA

LENS "Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH."

Displays

PHOTO

VIDEO

Preparation

ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP

PREPARING THE CHARGER

CHARGING THE BATTERY

INSERTING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER

CHARGE STATUS INDICATORS ON THE CHARGER

REMOVING THE BATTERY FROM THE CHARGER

INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY

CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR ON THE LCD PANEL

INSERTING/REMOVING THE MEMORY CARD

ATTACHING/REMOVING THE LENS HOOD

DIOPTER SETTINGS

CAMERA OPERATION

OPERATING ELEMENTS

MAIN SWITCH

SHUTTER BUTTON

SHUTTER SPEED SETTING DIAL

THUMBWHEEL

THUMBWHEEL BUTTON

DIRECTIONAL PAD/CENTER BUTTON

PLAY BUTTON/FN BUTTON/MENU BUTTON

TOUCH SCREEN

MENU CONTROL

CONTROL ELEMENTS

STRUCTURE OF THE MENU SCREEN

SHOW MENU PAGES

MENU NAVIGATION

FAVORITES MENU

DIRECT ACCESS TO MENU FUNCTIONS

CAMERA DEFAULT SETTINGS

MENU LANGUAGE

DATE/TIME

DATE

TIME

TIME ZONE

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE)

LCD PANEL/VIEWFINDER (EVF) SETTINGS

LCD PANEL/EVF USE

EYE SENSOR SENSITIVITY

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR RENDERING

INFORMATION DISPLAYS

AUTOMATIC LCD PANEL SHUTDOWN

ACOUSTIC SIGNALS

ACOUSTIC SIGNALS

ELECTRONIC SHUTTER SOUND

AUTOFOCUS CONFIRMATION

SILENT PHOTOGRAPHY

BASIC PICTURE SETTINGS

PHOTO

FILE FORMAT

JPG RESOLUTION

IMAGE PROPERTIES

FILM STYLE

MONOCHROME IMAGES

WORKING COLOR SPACE

IMAGE STABILIZATION

VIDEO

FILE FORMAT

VIDEO RESOLUTION

MICROPHONE