Leica S-E Instruction Manual
LEICA S-E
Die Abbildungen in dieser Anleitung zeigen die Leica S. In Bezug auf Funktionsweise sind beide
Modellvarianten identisch. Die Modellvariante Leica S-E unterscheidet sich von dieser durch
einige äußere Details und einen anderen Lieferumfang:
– Leica Protection Plan S Body (Bestellnummer: 16033) nicht enthalten
– Leica USB Kabel S (Bestellnummer: 16014) nicht enthalten
– Leica Blitzsynchronkabel S (Bestellnummer: 16031) nicht enthalten
Diese Produkte sind als Zubehör erhältlich.
The figures in this manual show the Leica S. However, in terms of their functioning the two
models are identical. The Leica S-E model only differs in terms of a few exterior details and the
items supplied:
– Leica Protection Plan S Body (order number: 16033) not included
– Leica USB cable S (order number: 16014) not included
– Leica flash sync cable S (order number: 16031) not included
These products are available as accessories.
Les illustrations de ce mode d‘emploi présentent l‘appareil Leica S. Le fonctionnement des deux
variantes du modèle est identique. Il ne se distingue du modèle Leica S-E que par quelques
détails extérieurs et les éléments avec lesquels il est livré:
De afbeeldingen in deze gebruiksaanwijzing zijn van de Leica S. Wat hun functioneren betreft, zijn
beide modeltypen identiek. Het modeltype Leica S-E verschilt hiervan alleen door enkele uiterlijke
details en de leveringsomvang:
– Leica Protection Plan S Body (bestelnummer: 16033) niet meegeleverd
– Leica USB-kabel S (bestelnummer: 16014) niet meegeleverd
– Leica flitssynchronisatiekabel S (bestelnummer: 16031) niet meegeleverd
Deze producten zijn eveneens leverbaar als toebehoren.
Le figure del presente manuale mostrano la Leica S. Per quanto riguarda il funzionamento
entrambe le varianti di modello sono identiche. La variante Leica S-E si differenzia dal modello in
oggetto per alcuni dettagli esterni e per il materiale in dotazione:
– Leica Protection Plan S Body (cod. ord.: 16033) non incluso
– Cavo USB Leica S (cod. ord.: 16014) non incluso
– Cavo di sincronizzazione flash Leica S (cod. ord.: 16031) non incluso
Questi prodotti sono disponibili come accessori.
Las imágenes de este manual muestran la Leica S. En cuanto al modo de funcionamiento, ambas
variantes del modelo son idénticas. La variante del modelo Leica S-E solo se diferencia de esta
por algunos detalles externos y por el volumen de suministro:
– Plan de protection de Leica pour boîtier S (réf.: 16033) non inclus
– Câble USB Leica S (réf: 16014) non inclus
– Câble de synchronisation du flash Leica S (réf: 16031) non inclus
Ces produits sont disponibles comme accessoires.
– Leica Protection Plan S Body (Nº ref.: 16033) no incluido
– Cable USB S Leica (Nº ref.: 16014) no incluido
– Cable de sincronización para flash S Leica (Nº ref.: 16031) no incluido
Estos productos están disponibles como accesorios.
LEICA S-E
此说明书中的插图是徕卡 S。在功能方面，两款衍生型号都完全相同。衍生型号莱卡
S-E 与本款的区别在于一些外部细节和不同的供货范围：
– 不包括徕卡 Protection Plan S Body（订单号：16033）
– 不包括徕卡 USB 连接线 S（订单号：16014）
– 不包括徕卡闪光同步线 S（订单号：16031）
这些产品作为配件可供购买。
本說明書內的圖片展示的是徠卡S。兩種型號的工作原理是相同的。徠卡 S－E 與此機種只
在外觀以及出貨內容上有些許差異。
- 徠卡 Protection Plan S Body（S 機體保護方案）（訂購編號：16033）不包含
- 徠卡 USB 線 S（訂購編號：16014）不包含
- 徠卡同步閃光導線 S（訂購編號：16031）不包含
可以作為配件購買這些產品。
本書では、ライカ Sのイラストを使用しています。ライカ S-Eとライカ Sは、仕様は同じです
が、一部デザインが異なります。
また、「ライカ S-E」には以下のサービスおよびアクセサリーは付属しません。
본 설명서에 들어 있는 그림들은 Leica S에 관한 그림들입니다. 두 모델은 기능 면에
서 동일합니다. Leica S-E 모델은 외부 디테일과 다음과 같은 한 가지 제공품 범위만
본 제품과 다릅니다.
- Leica 보호 플랜 S 바디(주문 번호: 16033) 미포함
- Leica USB 케이블 S(주문 번호: 16014) 미포함
- Leica 플래시 동기화 케이블(주문 번호: 16031) 미포함
이 제품들은 액세서리로 구입할 수 있습니다.
На рисунках, имеющихся в данной инструкции, показан фотоаппарат Leica S. Обе версии
модели идентичны по своему принципу действия. Версия модели Leica S-E отличается от этой
некоторыми внешними деталями и другим комплектом поставки:
– Leica Protection Plan S Body (номер для заказа: 16033) не входит
– Кабель USB Leica S (номер для заказа: 16014) не входит
– Кабель для синхронизации фотовспышки Leica S (номер для заказа: 16031) не входит
Эти продукты можно приобрести в качестве принадлежностей.
- ライカプロテクションプラン Sボディ（コード番号：16033）
- LEMO® USBケーブルS（コード番号：16014）
- LEMO® シンクロケーブル（コード番号：16031）
これらのサービスおよびアクセサリーは別売りです。
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LEICA S
Instructions
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary
Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television
receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
FCC Note: (U. S. only)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer ence in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guar antee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Trade Name: LEICA
Model No.: LEICA S (Typ 006)
Responsible party/
Support contact: Leica Camera Inc.
1 Pearl Count, Unit A
Allendale, New Jersey 07401
Tel.: +1 201 995 0051
Fax: +1 201 995 1684
technicalinfo@leicacamerausa.com
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES003
FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation
instructions and use only shielded inter face cables with ferrite
core when connecting to com put er or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
LEICA S (TYP 006)
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
Leica would like to thank you for purchasing the Leica S and congratulate you
on your choice. With this unique digital medium format SLR camera, you have
made an excellent selection.
We wish you a great deal of pleasure and success using your new Leica S.
In order to make best use of all the opportunities offered by this high perfor-
mance camera, we recommend that you first read these instructions.
Your Leica Camera AG
Note:
Leica is constantly working on developing and optimizing the Leica S. As dig-
ital cameras have many functions that are controlled electronic ally, improve-
ments and enhancements to the functions can be installed on the camera at
a later date.
To do this, Leica releases what are known as firmware updates at irregular
intervals. The cameras always have the latest firmware version when shipped,
and you can also download it easily from our home page and install it on your
camera. If you register as an owner on the Leica Camera home page, you will
receive a newsletter informing you when a new firmware update is available.
Further information on registration and firmware updates for your Leica S, as
well as any amendments and additions to the details provided in the manual,
can be found in the "Owners' Login" area at:
https://owners.leica-camera.com
To check whether your camera and lenses are equipped with the latest firmware
version, select
Firmware in the menu (5.41, see page 16, 26-29).
These instructions have been printed on 100% chlorine free bleached paper. The complex
manufacturing process eases the burden on the water system and thus helps to protect our
environment.
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CONTENTS
Foreword ............................................................................................... 3
Warning messages ..................................................................................6
CE notice ...............................................................................................6
Legal notes .............................................................................................6
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment .......................................6
Scope of delivery ....................................................................................7
Designation of parts ................................................................................8
Displays
In the viewfinder .................................................................................10
In the top panel display .......................................................................11
In the monitor .....................................................................................12
Menu items ...........................................................................................16
Preparations
Attaching the carrying strap ..................................................................18
Charging the battery .............................................................................18
Inserting / removing the battery ...........................................................21
Charge level displays ..........................................................................21
Inserting and removing the memory cards .............................................21
Changing the focusing screen ...............................................................23
Leica S lenses .......................................................................................24
Attaching and removing the lens .........................................................24
Eyepiece adjustment .............................................................................25
Turning the camera on and off ...............................................................25
Menu control ........................................................................................26
Navigating in the menu / Setting functions .........................................26
Quick access to menu functions .........................................................29
Presets
Basic camera settings
Menu language ................................................................................30
Date and time ..................................................................................30
Automatic power off .........................................................................30
Signal tones .....................................................................................31
Monitor and top panel display ..........................................................31
Basic picture settings
File format .......................................................................................32
Compression rate ............................................................................32
JPEG resolution ................................................................................32
White balance ..................................................................................33
Automatic and fixed settings ..........................................................33
Direct color temperature setting ....................................................33
Manual setting by metering ...........................................................33
ISO sensitivity ..................................................................................34
Image properties (contrast, sharpness, color saturation) ..................35
Working color space ........................................................................35
Storing picture data / memory card management ............................35
Recording mode
Shutter release button ........................................................................36
Series exposures .............................................................................36
Distance setting .................................................................................37
Manual focus setting -
MF ................................................................37
Automatic focus setting ...................................................................37
AFs – Sharpness priority ...............................................................37
AFc – Shutter release priority ........................................................37
Exposure metering ..............................................................................38
Exposure metering methods .............................................................38
Spot metering ...............................................................................38
Center-weighted metering .............................................................38
Multiple field metering ...................................................................38
Metering memory lock .....................................................................38
Storing with the joystick ................................................................39
Exposure compensation ...................................................................39
Bracketing .......................................................................................40
Values above and below the metering range .....................................41
Exposure control
Setting the shutter speed and aperture / Selecting the ....................42
Exposure mode
Shutter speed dial ............................................................................42
The click wheel ................................................................................42
Exposure modes ..............................................................................42
Programmed automatic exposure mode .........................................44
Program shift ................................................................................44
Aperture priority ............................................................................44
Shutter speed priority ....................................................................45
Manual aperture and exposure time setting ...................................45
The
B setting ..............................................................................46
Taking photographs with the self-timer ................................................46
Mirror pre-release...............................................................................47
Depth of field preview button and depth of field ..................................47
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Additional functions
Horizon ............................................................................................48
User / application specific profiles ...................................................48
Resetting all custom settings ...........................................................49
Folder management .........................................................................49
Formatting the memory card(s) ........................................................50
Recording the location with GPS ......................................................51
Flash operation
General information on flash exposure metering and control .............52
Compatible flash units .....................................................................52
Flash sync speed .............................................................................52
Selecting the sync speed / the sync speed range ............................53
Selecting the firing moment ...........................................................53
Attaching the flash unit ..................................................................53
Settings for camera-controlled,
automatic flash mode ......................................................................53
TTL flash mode ................................................................................54
High speed sync mode .....................................................................54
Strobe flash mode with system compatible flash units ......................54
Flash displays in the viewfinder with
system compatible flash units ..........................................................54
Flash using the flash unti´s own automatic mode .............................54
Manual flash with constant flash power ............................................55
Flash using the X contact .................................................................55
Flash using the flash/lower LEMO
®
socket .......................................55
Review mode
Selecting picture and review modes ....................................................56
Review for unlimited time .................................................................56
Automatic review of last picture - Auto Review ..................................56
Normal review ....................................................................................56
Review with histogram ........................................................................57
The histogram ..................................................................................57
Review with clipping indicators ...........................................................57
INFO review ........................................................................................57
Viewing other pictures / "Scrolling" in the memory .............................58
Image review zoom in .......................................................................58
Gradual zoom ................................................................................58
Maximum zoom in one step ...........................................................58
Moving the trimming ........................................................................59
Simultaneously viewing several smaller pictures ...............................59
Selecting one of the smaller pictures ............................................59
Switching to the other memory card ..............................................60
Protecting pictures / Clearing delete protection..................................60
Deleting pictures ................................................................................61
Additional functions
Transferring data to a computer .......................................................62
Via USB connection ......................................................................62
Connecting and transferring data using the PTP protocol .............62
Connecting and transferring data with the camera
as an external drive.....................................................................63
Connecting and transferring data using card readers .....................63
Data structure on the memory card .................................................63
Adobe
®
Photoshop® Lightroom® ......................................................63
Leica Image Shuttle .........................................................................63
Installing firmware updates ..............................................................64
HDMI slide show ..............................................................................65
Miscellaneous
System accessories ............................................................................65
Interchangeable lenses ....................................................................65
S Adapter ........................................................................................65
Interchangeable focusing screens ....................................................65
Leica SF 58 .....................................................................................65
Multi-function hand grip S ................................................................65
Grip strap S .....................................................................................65
Professional charger S ....................................................................65
Mains adapter S ...............................................................................65
Remote release cable S ...................................................................65
Connection cords ............................................................................65
Replacement parts .............................................................................65
Precautions and care instructions .......................................................66
General precautions .........................................................................66
Monitor and top panel display ........................................................66
Sensor ..........................................................................................66
Condensation ................................................................................66
Care instructions .............................................................................67
For the camera ..............................................................................67
For lenses .....................................................................................67
For the battery ..............................................................................67
For the charger .............................................................................67
For memory cards .........................................................................67
Cleaning the sensor .........................................................................68
Storage ............................................................................................69
Index .............................................................................................70
Technical data ....................................................................................72
Leica Academy ...................................................................................74
Leica information service ....................................................................74
Leica customer service .......................................................................74
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WARNING MESSAGES
• Modern electronic components react sensitively to electrostatic dis-
charge. As people can easily pick up charges of tens of thousands of volts,
by walking on synthetic carpets for example, a discharge can occur when
you touch your Leica S, particularly if it is placed on a conductive surface. If
only the camera housing is affected, this discharge is harmless to the elec-
tronics. However, despite built-in safety circuits, the outer contacts, such
as those on the base of the camera, should not be touched if at all possible
for safety reasons.
• For any cleaning of the contacts, do not use an optical micro-ber cloth
(synthetic); use a cotton or linen cloth instead. Before touching the con-
tacts, you can make sure you discharge any electrostatic charge by delib-
erately touching a heating or water pipe (conductive, earthed material).
You can also avoid soiling and oxidization of the contacts by storing your
Leica S in a dry place with the lens or bayonet cover fitted.
• You should only use the recommended accessories to prevent
faults, short circuits or electric shock.
• The Leica S is protected against splashed water and dust.
However, it should not be continuously exposed to rain.
• Do not attempt to remove parts of the body (covers); specialist repairs can
only be carried out at authorized service centers.
The CE identification of our products documents adherence to
the fundamental requirements of the valid EU guidelines.
LEGAL NOTICES
• Please ensure that you observe copyright laws. The recording and publi-
cation of pre-recorded media such as tapes, CDs, or other published or
broadcast material may contravene copyright laws.
• This also applies to all of the software supplied.
• The SD, HDMI, CF and USB logos are registered trademarks.
• Other names, company or product names referred to in this manual are
trademarks or registered trademarks of the relevant companies.
DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
(Applies within the EC, and for other European countries with
segregated waste collection systems)
This device contains electrical and/or electronic components and therefore
should not be disposed of in general household waste! Instead it should be
disposed of at a recycling collection point provided by the local authority.
This costs you nothing.
If the device itself contains replaceable (rechargeable) batteries,
these must be removed first and, if necessary, also be disposed of in line with
the relevant regulations. Your local authority or waste disposal authority, or
the store where you bought this device, can provide
you with further information on this issue.
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SCOPE OF DELIVERY
Before using your Leica S for the first time, please check that the accessories
supplied are complete.
A. Battery
B. Quick charger S
C. Mains plug
®
D. USB connection cable with LEMO
connector
E. Carrying strap
F. Bayonet cover
G. Eyepiece cover
®
H. Sync cable with LEMO
connector
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DESIGNATION OF PARTS
Front view
1.1 Shutter release button
1.2 Self timer LED / Sensor for white balance
1.3 GPS antenna
1.4 Stop down/function button
1.5 Bayonet with
a. Contact strip
b. Index point for attaching the lens
c. Unlocking button
Top view
1.6 Carrying strap clip
1.7 Window for distance scale
1.8 Distance setting ring
1.9 Bayonet for lens hood
1.10 Red alignment button for changing lens
1.11 Shutter speed dial with additional detent positions for
-
-
-
AUTO (automatic shutter speed control for and )
B (long-time exposure)
(Flash sync setting)
1.12 Top panel display
1.13 Diopter setting dial with
a. Scale
b. Eye cup
1.14 Flash unit shoe with
a. Center (flash) and
b. Control contacts
c. Hole for retaining pin
Rear view
1.15 Main switch with detent positions
a.
b.
c.
OFF Camera turned off
FPS Camera turned on, focal plane shutter activated
CS Camera turned on, central shutter activated
1.16 Viewfinder
1.17 Joystick
1.18 Click wheel
1.19 Cover (closed)
1.20 LED for indicating picture mode / recording data on to the card
1.21 Menu control/function button
1.22 Menu control/function button
1.23 Monitor
1.24 Menu control/function button
1.25 Menu control/function button
1.26 Cover (closed)
1.27 Cover
(closed)
1.28 Brightness sensor
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View from right (without cover)
1.29 CF card slot with
a. Eject button
1.30 SD card slot
View from left (without cover)
1.31 Standard flash sync socket
1.32 HDMI socket
®
1.33 LEMO
1.34 LEMO
USB socket
®
remote control / flash sync socket
Bottom view
1.35 Hole for multi-function hand grip guide pin
1.36 Cover
1.37 Tripod plate with
1
/
a.
b.
4
3
/
8
" thread
" thread
c.-d. Holes for rotation prevention
1.38 Battery release catch
1.39 Battery
1.40 Battery compartment (battery removed) with
a. Contacts
b. Guide rail
1.41 Contact strip for multi-function hand grip (cover removed)
Battery
1.42 Contacts
1.43 Guide groove
1.44 Socket for charging plug
Charger
1.45 Fixed battery connecting cable with
a. 3-pin connector
1.46 Orange (
1.47 Green (
80%) LED indicating charge level
CHARGE) LED indicating charging in progress
1.48 2-pin socket for car charging cord
1.49 Interchangeable mains plugs (Euro/GB/AUS) with
a. Release button
b. USA mains plug (interchangeable plug removed)
1.50 Car charging cord with
a. 2-pin connector for charger
b. Plug for cigarette lighter
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DISPLAYS
2. In the viewfinder
2.2 2.32.1 2.6 2.5b
2.7
2.5a
a b c
2.4 2.6 2.8 2.11b
2.9 2.10 2.11c
2.11a/b
2.1 Horizon
(tilt about longitudinal axis / gradient about transverse axis; exam-
ple displays apply to clockwise gradient; other directions are indi-
cated accordingly)
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
max. ±0.5°
0.5-2.5°
2.5-5°
5-10°
Flashing ≥10°
2.2 Shutter speed / exposure time
a. Manually set value for
and , automatically controlled value for
and ; display in half steps, or
b.
(high) or (low) for over or under exposure in automatic
exposure modes
, , and due to flash, or if below the
metering range.
c.
d.
B setting for long-time exposure
Full memory card warning message
2.3 Exposure mode
a.
b.
c.
d.
2.4 Aperture, manually set value for
= Programmed automatic exposure mode
= Aperture priority
= Shutter speed priority
= Manual shutter speed and aperture setting
and , automatically controlled
value for
and ; display in half steps
2.5 Flash displays
a.
Lit = Flash ready,
Flashing = Flash charging, flash is not ready
b.
Lit = Shutter speed ≥ Sync speed set
2.6 Light balance
(markings:
1
/
EV step each, last markings/
2
numbers flash at ≤-3EV/≥+3EV ) to indicate
a. Manual exposure compensation,
b. Variation between current metered value and stored exposure
setting (with metering memory lock in automatic exposure modes
, , )
c. Exposure compensation
2.7 Focus displays
a.
Only appears in manual mode or with manual AF override: Con-
tinuously lit if setting is too long
b.
- For
In manual mode: Continuously lit if setting is correct
AFs: Continuously lit if setting is correct, flashes if correct
setting is not possible,
- For
AFc: Continuously lit if setting is correct, goes out if focus-
ing procedure is restarted,
c.
Only appears in manual mode or with manual AF override: Con-
tinuously lit if setting is too short
2.8 Indicates exposure compensation /
flash exposure compensation set
2.9 Metering method symbol
a.
b.
c.
= Multiple field metering
= Center-weighted metering
= Spot metering
2.10 Frame counter
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
= Total pictures remaining
= External storage
(flashing at 2 Hz) = Memory card full
(flashing at 2 Hz) = No memory card inserted
= Maximum number for series exposures
= Error message
2.11 Sensitivity displays
a.
b.
c.
For manual setting
For automatic setting
Current sensitivity setting
Note:
The viewfinder LCD is always lit when the camera is on (see "Turning on the
camera, page 25). The brightness of this illumination is automatically adjust-
ed to the external lighting conditions to give optimum readability.
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DISPLAYS
3. In the top panel display
Initial view
(appears for 4s after turning on the camera, can be switched to the standard
view at any time by tapping the shutter release button)
3.1 Date
3.1
3.2
3.2 Time
3.3 Folder name
3.4 Camera ready
3.3
3.4
3.5 Pictures remaining (approx.) or warning message (see 3.7)
3.6 Battery capacity (right for camera battery, left for hand grip battery if
attached)
3.7
3.5
3.6
3.7 Memory card used, or warning messages (red):
No card = No memory card inserted
Full = Selected memory card full
Error = Card error
Standard view
(white displays: manually set, yellow displays: set with click wheel, green dis-
plays: automatically set, blue displays: set from PC via cable)
3.8 Exposure mode
3.8
3.93.93.9 3.10
3.11
3.9 a.
b.
+/- Exposure compensation set
+/0/- Progression of bracketing series:
Over exposed / Correctly exposed / Under exposed picture
3.10 Program shift set
3.13
3.14b3.14c
3.12
3.14
3.11 Aperture
3.12 Shutter speed
3.13 Long time exposure
3.14 a. Sensitivity
Alternatively, if relevant function is active:
b. Bracketing series set (function symbol on left, appears alternately
with c. if c. is also active, picture number/total on right)
c. Button lock (appears alternately with function symbol for b. if b. is
also active)
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DISPLAYS
4.1 Picture data display
4. In the monitor
4.1.14 4.1.16 4.1.18
4.1.13 4.1.15 4.1.17 4.1.19
4.1.1
4.1.12
4.1.11
4.1.10
4.1.9
4.1.8
4.1.7
4.1.6
4.1.5
4.1.4
4.1.1-.4 Button functions (1.21/.22/.24/.25)
4.1.5 Color space
4.1.6 JPEG compression / resolution
4.1.7 DNG compression
4.1.8 White balance
4.1.9 Focal length
4.1.10 Scale for exposure compensation / light balance
4.1.11 Symbol for shutter speeds that can be used with normal
flash functions
4.1.12 Symbol for
a.
b.
c.
Single pictures
Series exposures
Self-timer mode
4.1.2
4.1.20
4.1.21
4.1.22
4.1.23
4.1.24
4.1.25
4.1.26
4.1.27
4.1.3
4.1.13 Exposure metering method
4.1.14 Flash synchronization time
4.1.15 Bracketing series
4.1.16 Mirror pre-release
4.1.17 GPS reception
a.
b.
c.
Position last determined maximum of 1min ago
Position last determined maximum of 24hrs ago
Position last determined at least 24hrs ago,
or no position data available
4.1.18 Button lock set
4.1.19 Battery capacity (right for camera battery,
left for hand grip battery if attached)
4.1.20 Memory card used
4.1.21 Number of pictures
4.1.22 Focusing mode
4.1.23 Shutter speed
4.1.24 Aperture
4.1.25 Exposure mode
4.1.26 Sensitivity
4.1.27 Exposure compensation value
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4.2 Normal review
(picture(s) cover entire monitor area)
4.3 Review with histogram
(like 4.2, additionally)
4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 4.2.6
4.2.5
4.2.7
4.2.8
4.2.1 Shutter speed
4.2.2 Aperture
4.2.3 Sensitivity
4.2.4 Number of picture(s) shown
4.2.5 Total number of pictures on selected memory card
4.2.6 Selected memory card
4.2.7 Symbol for
a.
Scroll function
Zoom function
b.
(only 1 symbol; none appear if 4.2.10/.11/.12 are displayed)
4.2.8 Enlargement level and position of section
(appears instead of 4.2.1-4.2.6, but not if 4.2.10 /.11/.12
are displayed)
4.2.9 Symbol for protected pictures
(only appears in conjunction with 4.2.10 /.11/.12, or for delete
or protection operations)
4.2.10/.11/.12 Button functions (1.22/.24/.25)
(only appears after pressing one of the buttons
1.21/.22/.24/.25, disappears after 5s)
4.3.1
4.3.1
4.2.12
4.2.11
4.3.1 Histogram (standard or RGB, selectable using menu control)
4.2.9
4.2.10
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DISPLAYS
4. In the monitor (continued)
4.4 Review with clipping displays
(like 4.2 additionally, image areas without definition flash in red and/
or blue)
4.4.1
4.5 Review with additional information
(Image reduced in additional to 4.2)
4.5.8
4.5.7
4.5.6
4.5.5
4.5.4
4.5.3
4.5.2
4.5.1
4.5.9
4.5.10
4.5.11
4.5.12
4.5.13
4.5.14
4.5.15
4.5.16
4.5.17
4.5.18
4.4.1 Clipping symbol
4.5.1 User profile number / name
4.5.2 Color space
4.5.3 Date
4.5.4 Time
4.5.5 Folder number / file name
4.5.6 Exposure metering method
4.5.7 Symbol for bracketing series
4.5.8 Picture
4.5.9 Exposure mode
4.5.10 Exposure compensation
4.5.11 Focus mode
4.5.12 Focal length
4.5.13 White balance
4.5.14 DNG compression
4.5.15 JPEG compression / resolution
4.5.16 Symbol for protected pictures (only appears if pictures are select-
ed)
4.5.17 Symbol for HDMI slide show (only appears if pictures are select-
ed)
4.5.18 GPS
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4.6 HDMI picture selection / Protecting / Deleting
4.7 Menu control
4.6.1
4.6.4
4.6.1-.4 Button functions 1.21/.22/.24/.25
4.6.5 Selected function
4.6.6 Picture(s) to be selected
4.6.7 Symbol for selected / protected picture
4.6.2
4.6.5
4.6.6
4.6.7
4.6.3
4.7.1
4.7.6
4.7.5
4.7.4
4.7.2
4.7.7
4.7.3
4.7.1-.4 Button functions 1.21/.22/.24/.25
(selected menu section indicated in white)
4.7.5 Scrollbar to indicate the selected menu section
(white frame) and the menu page displayed (white field)
4.7.6 Menu functions (selected menu function indicated in white and
underlined in red in conjunction with 4.7.7)
4.7.7 Current setting for selected menu function indicated in white and
underlined in red in conjunction with 4.7.6)
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MENU ITEMS
CAMERA menu
5.1 Drive Mode Single picture / continuous mode, self-timer see p. 36/46
5.2
button 1.22, see p. 29 see p. 37
5.3
button 1.25, see p. 29 see p. 38
5.4
button 1.23, see p. 29 see p. 39
5.5
5.6 Auto Slow Sync. Restriction of shutter speeds used see p. 34
5.7
5.8
IMAGE menu
5.9 ISO Sensitivity directly selectable by holding down (≥1s)
button 1.26, see p. 29 see p. 34
5.10
5.11
5.12
5.13
5.14
Focus Mode AFs / AFc / MF directly selectable by holding down (≥1s)
Exposure Metering Metering methods directly selectable by holding down (≥1s)
Exp. Compensation directly selectable by holding down (≥1s)
Exp. Bracketing Automatic exposure series see p. 40
Flash Sync. Mode Start or end of exposure see p. 53
Mirror Up Mode see p. 47
File Format File format / Compression rate see p. 32
DNG Compression see p.32
JPEG Resolution see p.32
White Balance see p.33
Color Management Working color space (for JPEG formats only) see p. 35
5.15 Contrast Image contrast (JPEG formats only) see p. 35
5.16
5.17
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Sharpness Image sharpness (JPEG formats only) see p. 35
Saturation Image color saturation (JPEG formats only) see p. 35
SETUP menu
5.18 Data Storage Select split of data between memory cards and external memory) see p. 35
5.19
5.20
5.21
USB Mode Detection of camera as ext. drive or using PTP protocol see p. 62
5.22
5.23
Image Numbering see p. 49
Format Formatting the memory card(s) see p. 50
HDMI Settings for slideshow playback see p. 64
Sensor Cleaning Open shutter for cleaning the sensor see p. 70
5.24
5.25
5.26
5.27
5.28
5.29
5.30
5.31 Custom Functions Assignment of functions for buttons 1.4, 1.22, 1.23, 1.25, and 1.26
5.32
5.33
5.34
5.35 User Profile User-specific profile see p. 48
5.36
5.37
5.38
5.39
5.40
5.41
Auto Review Automatic review of the last picture see p. 56
Histogram Graphic indicating the distribution of brightness see p. 57
Clipping Definition see p. 57
Monitor / Display Monitor and top panel display settings see p. 31
Auto Power Off see p. 30
Acoustic Signal AF confirmation / warnings see p. 31
Horizon Tilt and inclination indicator see p. 48
AE- / AF-Lock Assignment of storage functions to the shutter release button and/or the joystick see p. 38/39
Key Lock Activates/deactivates the click wheel and shutter speed dial see p. 43
Click Wheel Exp. Mode Change the response time of the click wheel when setting the exposure see p. 43
Reset Reset all settings (to the factory default settings) see p. 49
GPS Record location data see p. 51
Date see p. 30
Time see p. 30
Language see p. 30
Firmware Indicates the firmware version for the camera and the attached lens see p. 64
Note:
The gray menu functions are available for
Custom Functions (see p. 29).
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PREPARATIONS
ATTACHING THE CARRYING STRAP
1 2
3 4
CHARGING THE BATTERY
The Leica S is powered by a Lithium ion battery (A).
Attention:
• Only the battery type specified and described in this manual, and/or
battery types specified and described by Leica Camera AG, may be used in
this camera.
• This battery may only be used in the units for which it is designed and may
only be charged exactly as described below.
• Using this battery contrary to the instructions and using non-specied bat-
tery types may result in an explosion under certain circumstances
• The batteries may not be exposed to sunlight, heat, humidity or moisture
for long periods. Likewise, the battery may not be placed in a microwave
oven or a high pressure container to prevent a risk of fire or explosion.
• Moist or wet batteries may not be charged or used in the camera under any
circumstances.
• Always ensure that the battery contacts are clean and freely accessible.
While lithium ion batteries are protected against short circuits, they should
still be protected against contact with metal objects such as paper clips or
jewelry. A short-circuited battery can get very hot and cause severe burns.
• If a battery is dropped, check the casing and the contacts immediately for
any damage. Using a damaged battery can damage the camera.
• In case of smell, discoloration, deformation, overheating or leaking uid,
the battery must be removed from the camera or charger immediately and
replaced. Continued use of the battery carries a risk of overheating, result-
ing in fire and/or explosion.
• In case of leaking uid or a smell of burning, keep the battery away from
sources of heat. Leaked fluid can catch fire.
• A safety valve in the battery ensures that any excess pressure resulting
from improper use is reduced in a controlled way.
• Only the charger specified and described in this manual, or other chargers
specified and described by Leica Camera AG, may be used. The use of
other chargers not approved by Leica Camera AG can cause damage to
the batteries and, in extreme cases, lead to serious or life-threatening
injuries.
• The charger supplied should be used exclusively for charging this battery
type. Do not attempt to use it for other purposes.
• Ensure that the mains outlet used is freely accessible.
• The car charging cable supplied may never be connected while the charger
is connected to the mains.
• The battery and charger may not be opened. Repairs may only be carried
out by authorized workshops.
• Ensure that the batteries cannot be accessed by children. Swallowing bat-
teries can cause asphyxiation.
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First aid:
• If battery fluid comes into contact with the eyes, there is a risk of blinding.
Wash the eyes immediately with clean water. Do not rub the eyes.
Seek medical attention immediately.
• If leaked uid gets onto the skin or clothing, there is a risk of injury. Wash
the affected areas with clean water. Seek medical attention.
Notes:
• The battery must have a temperature of 0°-35°C /32°-95°F to be
charged (otherwise the charger will not turn on, or will turn off again).
• Lithium ion batteries can be charged at any time, regardless of their
current charge level. If a battery is only partly discharged when charging
starts, it is charged to full capacity faster.
• A new battery only reaches its full capacity after it has been fully charged
and – by use in the camera - discharged again 2 or 3 times. This discharge
procedure should be repeated every 25 cycles.
• The batteries and the charger heat up during the charging process. This is
normal and not a malfunction.
• If the two LEDs (1.46/1.47) ash rapidly (> 2Hz) after starting charging,
this indicates a charging error (e.g. maximum charging time exceeded,
voltages or temperatures outside the permitted ranges, or short circuit). In
this case, disconnect the charger from the mains and remove the battery.
Ensure that the above temperature conditions are met and then restart the
charging process. If the problem persists, please contact your dealer, the
Leica office in your country or Leica Camera AG.
• Lithium ion batteries should only be stored in a partially charged condition,
i.e. not completely discharged or fully charged (see p. 20). If stored for very
long periods, it should be charged up and discharged again around once a
year.
• Rechargeable lithium ion batteries generate power through internal chem-
ical reactions. These reactions are also influenced by the external tem-
perature and humidity. To ensure a maximum service life of the battery, it
should not be exposed to constant extremes (high or low) of temperature
(e. g. in a parked car in the summer or winter).
• Even when used under optimum conditions, every battery has a limited
service life! After several hundred charging cycles, this becomes notice-
able as the operating times get significantly shorter.
• Hand in damaged batteries at a collection point for proper recycling, in line
with the applicable regulations (see p. 6/67).
• The replaceable battery provides power to a back-up battery which is per-
manently fitted in the camera. This back-up battery retains the set date
and time for up to 3 months. If this back-up battery becomes discharged it
must be recharged by inserting a charged main battery. Once the replace-
able battery has been inserted, the full capacity of the back-up battery is
recovered after about 60 hours. This process does not require the camera
to be turned on. However, you will have to set the date and time again in
this situation.
• Remove the battery if you will not be using the camera for a long period of
time. When doing so, turn the camera off using the main switch first (see p.
25). Otherwise, after several weeks the battery could become totally dis-
charged, i.e. the voltage is sharply reduced as the camera still consumes
a small amount of current (for saving your settings) even when it is turned
off.
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Preparing the charger
CONNECTING THE CHARGER
For use outside the USA
1. Insert the appropriate plug for the local mains supply into the charger (B).
This is done by simultaneously
a. pushing the release button (1.49a) upwards, and
b. pushing up the plug (1.49) from its idle position.
2. It can then be completely detached upwards.
3. The appropriate plug type is then pushed into the charger from above until
it engages.
For use in the USA
1. Detach the factory fi tted mains plug (C) from the charger (B). This is done
by simultaneously
a. pushing the release button (1.49a) upwards, and
b. pushing up the plug (1.49) from its idle position.
2. You can then fold out the two pins for the US plug (1.49b), which are
pushed down into the normal position.
Notes:
• The charger automatically switches to the prevailing mains voltage.
• When using the car charging cable supplied, the charger can be used in all
vehicles with a 12V or 24V on board supply. It automatically switches to
the relevant voltage.
1. Connect the charger (B), i.e. plug it (1.45a) into the socket on the battery
(1.44) and connect the mains plug (1.49/1.49b) to an outlet.
• To con rm that charging is in progress, the green LED labeled
CHARGE
(1.47) starts fl ashing.
4
As soon as the battery is charged to at least
LED labeled
80% (1.46) also lights up. When the battery is fully charged,
i.e. 100% capacity has been reached - after around 3
CHARGE-LED is continuously lit.
/5 of its capacity, the orange
1
/2 hours – the green
Notes:
80% LED lights up after around 2 hours due to the charging character-
• The
istics. Therefore, if you do not need the full capacity, the camera is always
ready to use again in a relatively short time.
• If the green
CHARGE LED is continuously lit, this indicates that the charger
has automatically switched to trickle charging.
2. The charger should then be disconnected from the mains. However, there
is no risk of overcharging.
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INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY
Inserting
1. Set the main switch (1.15) to
2. Slide the battery (C) as far as possible into the battery compartment,
contacts fi rst and with the positioning groove (1.43) pointing towards the
center of the camera. It automatically engages in this position.
Removing
1. Set the main switch (1.15) to
2. Turn the release catch (1.38) clockwise as far as it will go. A spring in the
battery compartment then pushes the battery out by around 1cm.
OFF.
OFF.
Charge level displays (3.2)
The battery charge level is indicated in the top panel display (1.12) and - in
the picture data view (4.1) - in the monitor (1.23).
= Approx. 100%, White
= Approx. 90%, White
= Approx. 75%, White
= Approx. 50%, White
= Approx. 25%, White
= Approx. 10%, White
= Approx. 5%, Red
= Approx. 3%, Red fl ashing, replacement or
recharging necessary
INSERTING AND REMOVING THE
MEMORY CARDS
The Leica S enables you to use 2 card types simultaneously to store your
picture data, and has card slots for SD/SDHC/SDXC (Secure Digital) and CF
(Compact Flash up to UDMA 7) cards.
SD/SDHC/SDXC cards have a write protection switch, that can be used to
prevent unintentional storage and deletion of pictures. This switch takes the
form of a slider on the non-beveled side of the card; in the lower position,
labeled LOCK, the data on the card is protected.
Note:
Do not touch the memory card contacts.
Inserting
1. Set the main switch (1.15) to
2. Open the cover (1.19) on the right-hand side of the camera by sliding it
slightly backwards in the direction of the arrow and then opening it to the
right.
3. Insert the memory card(s) you want to use as follows:
a. Insert CF cards into the slot with the contacts pointing towards the
camera and the front side towards the front of the camera (1.29). Slide
it into the card slot as far as possible.
Note:
When inserting the card, make sure that the eject button (1.29a) is pushed in
completely (see "Removing" on the next page).
OFF.
Note:
The locking mechanism has a catch to prevent the battery from accidentally
falling further out, even if the camera is held upright.
3. Press the battery back in by around 1mm to release the lock, and
4. then remove it from the compartment or, if the camera is held upright,
allow it to fall out.
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