Mamiya Credo 1.2 User Guide

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User Guide

Credo Digital Backs Mamiya 645DF+/645DF Camera

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The information in this User Guide is provided “as is”.

Under no circumstances, including negligence, shall Leaf Imaging Ltd. be liable for any incidental, special, direct, indirect or consequential damages arising out of or relating to use of the information provided in this guide with or without the software and/or hardware described in the guide.

Trademarks and Acknowledgements

Mamiya and Mamiya Sekor are registered trademarks.

Capture One and Phase One are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Phase One A/S in the European Union and/or other countries.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

This product includes DNG technology under license by Adobe Systems Incorporated.

Contents

1.0 Introduction 7

1.1 Warranty 8

1.2 Installation and Activation of Software 8

1.3 Activation 9

1.4 Screen Calibration 10

2.0 The 645DF+ Camera and Credo Digital Back System 11

2.1 Charging the Batteries for the Credo Digital Back 11

2.2 Batteries for Camera 12

2.3 Sleep Mode 13

2.4 Attach and Remove a Lens 14

2.5 Adjusting the Strap 15

2.6 Attaching the Leaf Credo back 16

2.7 Parts of the Camera System 17

2.8 The Displays 18

2.9 Camera Display Abbreviations 19

2.10 The Buttons on the Back 20

2.11 LED Lights 20

2.12 Setting Date and Time 21

2.13 Setting Diopter 21

2.14 Eyepiece Shutter 22

3.0 Basic Functions 24

3.1 Setting ISO 24

3.2 Setting White Balance 24

3.3 Setting the Shutter Release, Focus, Exposure and Metering modes 25

3.4 Measuring Light – Exposure Metering 27

3.5 Focus Modes 28

3.7 Using Focus Lock and Infrared Focusing 31

3.8 Drive Dial 32

3.9 Exposure Modes 33

3.10 Flash Photography 38

3.11 Flash Compensation Settings 41

4.0 Introduction to the Credo Series Digital Back 44

4.1 Quick Start (shooting untethered) 45

4.2 General Hardware Setup 46

4.3 Indicator Light 47

4.4 CF Card LED 47

4.5 Tethered and Untethered Operations 48

4.6 CompactFlash Card Usage 50

4.7 Secure Storage System (3S) 51

4.8 Formatting your Memory Card 52

5.0 Navigating the Credo User Interface and Menu System 53

5.1 Soft Buttons 54

5.2 Touchscreen Operation 55

5.3 ISO 56

5.4 White Balance 57

5.5 Custom White Balance 58

6.0 Browse Mode 59

6.1 Browse Mode Views 60

6.2 Dynamic Menu 61

6.3 Info Bar 62

6.4 Browse Mode Navigation 62

6.5 Zoom 62

6.6 Rating Images 63

6.7 Deleting Images 63

6.8 Deleting in Browse View 64

6.9 Grid 65

6.10 Tools 67

7.0 Settings Menu 70

7.1 Camera Settings (Custom Functionality) 71

7.1.1 Setup C1, C2 or C3 71

7.1.2 Exposure Program 71

7.1.3 AF Area 71

7.1.4 Light Metering 71

7.1.5 Custom Function Set 72

7.1.6 Setup Custom A, B or C 72

7.1.7 EV Step 72

7.1.8 Lens Change 72

7.1.9 Sleep Timer 72

7.1.10 Battery Type 73

7.1.11 Bracketing 73

7.1.12 Front/Rear Dial 73

7.1.13 Rear Dial in P mode 73

7.1.14 Dial Direction 73

7.1.15 AEL/AFL button 74

7.1.16 Release Button 74

7.1.17 AEL 74

7.1.18 AFL 75

7.1.19 M-Mode AEL 75

7.1.20 AF Assist Light 75

7.1.21 Flash Sync 76

7.1.22 Beep 76

7.1.23 Shutter in Tv/Av/P 76

7.1.24 Shutter in M/X 77

7.1.25 AF priority 77

7.1.26 Active Custom Set 78

7.1.27 Restore to Default 78

7.1.28 About System 78

7.2 Power Management 79

7.3 Format Card 80

7.4 Check Disk 80

7.5 Storage Mode 80

7.6 File Format 81

7.7 Camera Mode 81

7.8 Shutter Latency 81

7.9 Image Orientation 81

7.10 Auto Preview Mode 82

7.11 Display 82

7.12 Ready Beep 83

7.13 Date and Time 83

7.14 Language 83

7.15 Restore to Default 84

7.16 Firmware 84

7.17 About 85

9.0 Advanced 645DF+ Camera Functions 87

9.1 Exposure Compensation 87

9.2 AE Lock 88

9.3 Metered-Value Difference Indicator 89

9.4 Auto Bracketing 90

9.5 Taking Photos with the Mirror Up 92

9.6 Mirror Up Delay 93

9.7 Bulb Mode and Long Exposure 94

9.8 Camera Display Light 94

9.9 Front/Rear Dial Lock Mechanisms 95

9.10 Self-Timer Mode 96

9.11 Interval Photography 97

9.12 Depth of Field 98

9.13 Infrared Photography 99

9.14 Custom Function 100

9.15 Types of Custom Functions 101

9.16 Custom Dial Modes C1, C2 or C3 105

9.17 Lenses and Multi-Mount 106

9.18 Function of the Phase One Lens Adapter 106

10.0 Maintenance 107

10.1 Changing the Focusing Screen 107

10.2 Battery Socket 108

10.3 Tripod/Electronic Shutter Release Contact 108

10.4 Camera Display Error-Notiﬁcation 109

10.5 Lens Maintenance 110

10.6 Back Maintenance 110

10.7 IR Filter on the CCD 110

10.8 Mamiya 645DF+ Camera Body Speciﬁcations 111

10.9 Mamiya 645DF+ Housing Speciﬁcation 112

11.0 Software 113

11.1 Importing Images 113

12.0 End User Support Policy 114

12.1 Web Resources 115

14.0 Leaf Credo back for Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID 118

14.1 Mounting Leaf Credo back on the Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID 118

14.2 Viewﬁnder Masking 118

14.3 More Details: Mamiya RZ67 Pro IID 120

15.0 Leaf Credo back for Hasselblad V Series 121

15.1 Mounting the Leaf Credo back on a Hasselblad V

Series Camera 121

15.2 Mounting a Viewﬁnder Mask on a Hasselblad V Series Camera 122

15.3 More Details: Hasselblad V Series 123

15.4 Hasselblad 555 ELD 124

15.5 Hasselblad 553 ELX 125

15.6 Hasselblad 501 CM and 503 CW without Winder 126

15.7 Hasselblad 503 CW with Winder CW 126

15.8 Cables shipped with Leaf Credo back for Hasselblad V 127

16.0 Leaf Credo Back for Hasselblad H Series 128

16.1 Mounting the Leaf Credo back on the Hasselblad H1/H2 128

16.2 Viewﬁnder Masking 129

16.3 More Details: Hasselblad H Series 130

16.4 Cables Shipped with Leaf Credo back for Hasselblad H 132

17.0 Leaf Credo back for Contax 645 133

17.1 Mounting Leaf Credo back on a Contax 645 133

17.2 Viewﬁnder Masking 134

17.3 More Details: Contax 645 135

17.4 Flash Lead Connection 136

17.5 Cables Shipped with Leaf Credo back for the Contax 645

(Gold package only) 137

13.0 Open Platform – Freedom of Choice 116

13.1 More Details: Leaf Credo and Mamiya 645 Series Cameras 117

18.0 Leaf Credo Back on View Cameras 138

18.1 Using the 2-shot Release 139

18.2 Using the 1-shot Release 139

18.3 Shutter Latency Settings for Technical Camera Adapters 140

19.0 Live View 141

19.1 Starting Live View 142

19.2 White Balance 143

19.3 Quality and Brightness 143

19.4 Zoom 144

19.5 Grid 144

19.6 Auto Stop and Start 144

19.7 Accessories 145

19.8 Live View Camera Support 146

20.0 Appendix 148

1.0 Introduction

Thank you for choosing a Mamiya Leaf product.

The Mamiya 645DF+ and Leaf Credo digital back is the most powerful digital camera solution whether you are working on location or tethered in a studio.

The Leaf Credo 80, 60 and 40 digital camera backs feature maximum resolutions of 80, 60.5 and 40 high-quality megapixels respectively. This series sets new standards for medium format camera system handling and performance.

The Leaf Credo series system gives you the absolute best solution when it comes to image quality and workﬂow. Capture One has been optimized for shooting with Leaf Credo digital backs, and is available for both Mac OS X and Windows operating systems.

Together with the Leaf Credo series backs, this professional RAW converter and image editing software delivers the world’s highest image quality with excellent color and detail. The software comprises all the tools required to capture, organize, edit, share and print images for an efﬁcient workﬂow.

The Mamiya 645DF+ camera delivers incredible versatility with support for what is arguably the widest array of focal plane and leaf shutter lenses on the market. Mamiya Leaf is committed to providing the best digital solution for the professional photographer and also ensuring the photographer’s freedom of choice regarding lenses, bodies, back, software and accessories.

At Mamiya Leaf we are committed to providing you the best solution for professional photography This User Guide covers the Mamiya 645DF+ and Leaf Credo series features and functionality. Although this user guide is written for the Mamiya 645DF+, many of the procedures apply to the Mamiya 645DF as well.

We sincerely hope you enjoy working with this innovative camera platform.

1.1 Warranty

Please read the warranty certiﬁcate found in the Quick Guide. Should any problem occur, contact your local dealer (place of purchase) to facilitate a repair. Do not try to repair the camera yourself. An unauthorized attempt to repair the camera terminates the warranty.

1.2 Installation and Activation of Software

An Internet connection is needed to activate Capture One.

Install on Mac:

Capture One software includes an easy-to-use installer that installs all the software necessary to run the application on Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later.

To install the software, follow the procedure below:

1. Either install from the CD (included with purchase) or download the application from the Mamiya Leaf website: http://www.mamiyaleaf.com.

2. Open the Capture One disk image.

3. Read and accept the license agreement presented.

4. Drag the Capture One icon to the Applications folder.

5. Open Capture One from your Applications folder.

Install on Windows:

Capture One includes an easy-to-use installer that installs all the software you need to run the application on a Windows based computer.

To install the software follow the procedure below:

1. Either install from the CD (included with purchase) or download the application from the Mamiya Leaf website: http://www.mamiyaleaf.com.

2. Run the executable software install ﬁle.

3. Read and accept the license agreement presented.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Note: Capture One initiates installation of Microsoft® .NET Framework

3.0 if you don’t already have it installed on your computer.

1.3 Activation

An Internet connection is needed to activate and update Capture One. Upon launching of Capture One, an Activation dialog box appears. (On a Windows-based PC the dialog box looks slightly different but the steps are the same).

1. Select Use Capture One DB to activate the Digital Back version of

Capture One 7.

2. Click Activate to complete activation. A conﬁrmation screen appears

informing you of a successful activation.

If you have purchased a license for the Capture One Pro version:

1. Select Activate > New License Code to activate the Pro version of

Capture One 7.

2. Click Activate... The License dialog box appears.

3. Fill in your 16 character Product Key and proﬁle information and then

click Activate... A conﬁrmation screen appears informing you of a successful activation.

Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing problems activating the software, follow the instructions provided in the application, read the software manual enclosed or visit the website for inspiration and troubleshooting:

www.phaseone.com/support

Deactivation of Capture One

An Internet connection is needed to deactivate Capture One.

1. Open the license dialogue box via the menu Capture One > License.

2. Click the Deactivate button.

3. Capture One returns to trial mode once it is deactivated. If the trial period for the computer expires, all current and pending processing is cancelled, and you are not able to continue working with the application until you reactivate it.

4. Conﬁrm that you want to perform the deactivation. After doing so, you can activate Capture One on another computer.

1.4 Screen Calibration

Having a properly calibrated monitor is a critical factor when viewing images. Ensure that the digital viewing conditions are as accurate as possible. A quality monitor and calibration tool should help guarantee that displayed images on a screen are precisely rendered. Once a monitor has been calibrated; the color and brightness controls should be locked to prevent inadvertent changes.

Hardware-based monitor calibrators are now available at reasonable prices. The process is simple, quick and enables images to be viewed with conﬁdence. Many higher level monitors have internal calibration software that works with professional calibration devices for ultimate accuracy.

2.0 The 645DF+ Camera and Credo Digital Back System

The Mamiya Leaf Camera system is created to provide as much ﬂexibility and openness as possible. Follow the instructions below to setup and use your Mamiya Leaf camera system.

2.1 Charging the Batteries for the Credo Digital Back

Charge the batteries as soon you unpack the camera system.

Although only one battery can be used in the Leaf Credo back at a time, it is recommended to charge both batteries fully before you start.

Warning!

• Only use the charger to charge the specified batteries.

• Do not allow charger to get wet or exposed to moisture.

• Keep the charger out of reach of children.

• Once charging is completed, unplug the charger from power source.

• Only use the original mains adapter, 12V DC or car lead.

• Never apply excessive force when connecting or disconnecting a battery or contact plate.

• Keep all contacts clean.

• Do not force down any of the contacts.

• Do not short-circuit the contacts.

• Never store the battery connected to the charger for an extended period of time.

• Do not expose to excessive heat or naked flame.

• Do not dismantle or carry out any alteration to the product.

• Do not attempt to eat or swallow the battery.

Always keep a battery in the Leaf Credo back even when shooting tethered to a computer via a FireWire or USB connection. Go to page 80 for more details about charging the battery while tethered to a computer.

The battery charger can adapt to voltages within a range of 110 to 250 volts. It comes with an international set of power adapters. Select the appropriate one that ﬁts your outlet and slide it in from the top to mount it in place securely.

Connect the unit to the outlet and charge the batteries (approximately

2.5 to 3 hours).

Purchasing Extra Batteries

The Leaf Credo back comes with two batteries (2900 mAh). You can purchase additional batteries or use Canon BP 915 batteries.

Some third party batteries may not ﬁt into the digital back’s battery compartment due to differences in the tolerances. Do not try to force a battery into the compartment. When pressing the battery release button it should slide in without being hindered.

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2.2 Batteries for Camera

Set the shutter release mode selector lever to L (to turn the power off).

Use the Mamiya Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack, six AA alkaline or

rechargeable AA batteries. (If you are not using your Leaf Credo on a Mamiya 645DF+, skip to page 24.)

Li-Ion, NiCd or NiMH batteries should only be used in the camera body if CF04 is set to the speciﬁc type of rechargeable battery used. If using the Li-Ion battery pack, ensure that the custom function has been set to 2 (Li-Ion rechargeable battery).

Inserting Li-Ion Battery Pack

1. Turn the battery pack lock lever counter clockwise.

2. Slide the Li-Ion battery pack into the camera’s battery compartment.

3. Lock the battery by turning the lever clockwise. Make sure it is ﬁrmly attached.

Inserting AA Batteries

1. Lift the battery case lock lever, turn it counter clockwise and pull out the battery holder.

2. Insert fresh batteries with the + and – ends as shown in the illustration.

The batteries are sufﬁciently charged.

There is very little power remaining. Camera does not operate. Set the shutter release mode selector lever to L (to turn the power off) and replace the batteries with new ones.

There is little power remaining. Have new batteries on hand. Camera still operates.

When the batteries are emptied for power, batt ﬂashes on the main LCD and the viewﬁnder’s LCD when the shutter release button is pressed.

3. Return the battery holder to its case and lock it by turning the lever clockwise. Make sure it is ﬁrmly attached.

Note: Ensure that the batteries are placed with the correct polarity.

Checking the Battery Power

Set the Drive dial lever to S to turn the power on.

Check the battery condition in the lower left corner of the top LCD screen.

Always use six new batteries of the same type when replacing batteries. Do not mix different types of batteries or use old batteries with new ones. The camera can’t function without a power source.

Never throw batteries in the garbage. When a battery does not work, ensure the battery is disposed of in an appropriate manner.

2.3 Sleep Mode

The camera’s power is switched on when the shutter release mode selector is set to S, C or M.UP. In order to prevent the camera’s batteries from discharging, sleep mode is automatically entered if no operations are performed for a speciﬁc period of time while the power is ON (with exposure metering status maintained).

In sleep mode, operating the shutter button or a function setting button restores power ON status.

In sleep mode, the external LCD screens are not active, only the marks shown in the ﬁgure are displayed. (These marks appear in program AE mode.)

1. Battery life of the originally supplied batteries is dependent on storage conditions.

2. Blots and ﬁngerprints on the battery terminals may cause a loose connection and corrosion. Wipe them off before loading the batteries.

3. It is advised to carry spare batteries in remote or foreign locations.

4. Battery performance decreases in low temperatures. Keep them warm when in cold climates or locations. An external battery case (PE401) is available as an optional accessory.

For the purpose of the descriptions and explanations provided in these instructions, it is assumed that the camera’s power is on.

5. Store the batteries in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight.

6. Remove the batteries from the camera body if you plan on not using the camera for a long time.

7. Replace the batteries with new ones as soon as they are exhausted. Liquid leakage from the battery can damage the camera.

8. Read the warnings on the batteries for their handling.

2.4 Attach and Remove a Lens

1. Remove the front body cap in the same way that you would remove a lens; push the lens release button A backward and then turn the front body cap or the lens itself counter clockwise and lift out.

2. Align the white alignment dot of the lens B (on the shiny ﬂange) with the camera’s white dot C . Mount the lens and rotate it clockwise until it clicks into place.

3. To remove the front lens cap, squeeze the shiny sections together and lift out (see image far left). To remove rear lens cap turn it counterclockwise.

Remove a Lens

Slide the lens release button A back, rotate the lens counter clockwise until it stops, and lift it off. After removing the lens from the camera body, protect both ends by attaching the caps.

Note: Oil, dust, ﬁngerprints or water on the electronic contacts could result in malfunction or corrosion. Wipe such impurities off with a clean piece of cloth. Do not tap the distance ring or other rotating parts when attaching the lens. When installing a lens, do not press the lens release button.

1:28

80mm

Attach a Leaf Shutter Lens

Leaf shutter lenses are equipped with an internal shutter. Leaf shutter lenses are capable of high shutter speeds 1/800 sec or 1/1600 on Leaf Credo series backs with ﬂash synchronization, which is particularly useful for ﬁll-in ﬂash photography in bright ambient shooting conditions.

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letters LS appear in the main LCD screen.

2.5 Adjusting the Strap

Put the neck strap through the mounts and secure it to the buckle as illustrated. After attaching the strap, pull it and ensure it does not loosen at the buckle.

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When a leaf shutter lens is attached and the leaf shutter is used, the

2.6 Attaching the Leaf Credo Back

The Leaf Credo back is fully integrated with the camera body and functions as a part of the whole camera system.

Ensure that the Mamiya 645DF+ camera mirror is up and the shutter is open when there isn’t a digital back attached.

When attaching the Leaf Credo back to the camera body the shutter closes and the mirror comes down.

First remove the cover. Next, ensure that the bottom part of the Leaf Credo back is placed correctly in the lower locking mechanism on the back of the camera body before the upper locking mechanism A+B is pressed together. Failure to do this can cause an error with the camera body where the shutter continuously opens and closes. If this occurs, remove the Leaf Credo back. Make sure the camera body is powered, press the digital back release button 2 while mounting the digital back, lock the mounted back by sliding the digital back lock 1 toward the camera.

Be aware that the shutter should be in the correct starting position (shutter open). If this is not the case, attach and remove the Leaf Credo back again to make sure that the camera body gets in the correct starting position.

Remove the Leaf Credo back by sliding the digital back lock 1, pushing in the digital back release button 2, and by gently pulling away the top of the back ﬁrst. Be careful with the contacts and protective glass on the back. Your Leaf Credo back should always be protected by its plate when it is not attached to the camera.

2.7 Parts of the Camera System

Hot Shoe

Rubber Eye Piece

Digital Back

Auto Exposure Lock Button

AEL Exposure Metering button

Self-timer Button

Interval Button

Main LCD Backlight Button

Exposure Metering Mode Button

Focus Point Selector Button

Set Button

Exposure Compensation Button

Flash Auto Adjustment

Select Button

Auto Bracketing Button

Diopter Adjustments Lens (Standard Accessory)

External Power Socket

Eyepiece Shutter Lever

Main LCD

Rear Dial

Strap Lug

Front Dial

Shutter Release Button

Drive Dial

Auto Focus Assist Infrared Light

Emission Window

Self-timer Lamp

Exposure Mode Dial

Mirror*

*Do not touch the mirror

Electronic Contacts

Lens Mount Alignment Mark

Depth of Field Preview Button

Diopter Adjustments Dial

Strap Lug

Battery Case Lock Lever

Battery Case

Tripod Socket

Auto Focus Lock Button

AEL Exposure Metering button Focus Mode Selector Lever

Lens Release Button

Sync Terminal

Electronic Shutter

Release Contact

During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.

2.8 The Displays

Liquid Crystal Display

The liquid crystal display (LCD) display on the camera body provides you with a lot of valuable information. This includes many features and settings including, but not limited to shutter speed, aperture value, exposure program, exposure compensations and metering modes. Viewﬁnder Display

The most relevant information regarding the exposure and camera settings can be seen on the bottom display in the viewﬁnder along with the autofocus mark that indicates correct focus.

Back Display

The touchscreen on the Credo digital back is a multifunctional display, where the menus change depending on the status and choices you make.

In addition to providing menu navigation, the display on the back works as a preview screen.

During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.

2.9 Camera Display Abbreviations

Liquid Crystal Display

Due to the limitations of the space and letters, words and letters on the LCD are abbreviated.

Display examples of the main LCD

Display examples in the custom function mode

Home Back

Browse

The Leaf Credo series Home screen

Dynamic Menu

2.10 The Buttons on the Back

The Credo is equipped with four soft buttons. The buttons change function to match the menu shown on the screen.

2.11 LED Lights

Credo series digital backs feature two LEDs. One is located next to the on/off button and the other is inside the CF card compartment.

The red LED indicator located next to the CF card slot (under the cover) is assigned to indicate CF card activity only. Do not remove a CF card from the card slot when this red LED is on. Removing a CF card when the red LED is on can damage the formatting of the card, and images or data might be lost or corrupted.

Diopter correction lens

DE401 (standard)

DE402 (nearsighted users)

Range of Adjustment

-2,5 to +2,5

-5,0 to -2,0

2.12 Setting Date and Time

Date and time parameters are set and controlled via the Leaf Credo back’s Menu system.

If the Leaf Credo back has been without power for a long period of time, it automatically asks you to set the time and date on the next occasion it is powered up.

Tap the screen and scroll through the numbers to attain the appropriate date and time.

The time and date is applied to the EXIF data in all ﬁles captured with the Leaf Credo back.

2.13 Setting Diopter

Look through the viewﬁnder and make sure that the focus frame (rectangle with circle) is in sharp focus. If it is not, turn the diopter adjustment dial in the “–” direction if you are nearsighted or in the “+” direction if you are farsighted. If this is not sufﬁcient you may require an optional diopter correction lens. Check the table for possible diopters.

Point the camera at a bright, plain object such as a white wall when making this adjustment.

Diopter not matching

DE403 (farsighted users)

Diopter matching

0 to +3,0

Notice:

If there is dirt or dust on the lens surface, remove it with a blower or sweep it off gently with a lens brush

If there are ﬁngerprints or dirt on the lens surface, wipe them off with a piece of clean, soft gauze

Using solvents could discolor the correction lens frame

Replacing the Diopter Correction Lens

1. Press the Eyepiece Lock, which is located in a gap between the Eyepiece and the Diopter Correction lens. (Turn the camera upside down to gain easy access to it). Now remove the rubber Eyepiece by sliding it upwards

2. Remove the lens supplied with the ﬁnder by pulling it downward.

3. Remove the existing diopter by sliding downwards using the ﬁngernail groove and detach. Insert a new diopter by aligning it to the base of the diopter holder and sliding it upwards into place. Finish by reattaching the rubber eyecup.

2.14 Eyepiece Shutter

Close the eyepiece shutter when there is a strong light source behind the camera or when pressing the shutter release button without looking through the viewﬁnder. This prevents exposure error due to light entering from the viewﬁnder.

Turn the eyepiece shutter lever in the direction of the arrow.

3.0 Basic Functions

ISO and White Balance

The Leaf Credo back’s Home screen enables quick access to the ISO and white balance (WB) settings by tapping the screen directly. White Balance and ISO settings can also be controlled from Capture One if you are working tethered.

3.1 Setting ISO

The default ISO setting is 50 for all Leaf Credo series models. Remember that the higher the ISO setting, the higher the degree of image noise. The camera system together with Capture One software deliver a powerful noise reduction performance although it is possible to still see some noise at the higher sensitivity settings.

Tap the ISO icon on the Leaf Credo back’s Home screen. You are presented with the back’s ISO spectrum. Tap the screen to select the desired setting. A green frame surrounds the selected ISO and you are returned to the Home screen.

Find out more on ISO operation on page 57.

3.2 Setting White Balance

The default WB setting is Auto. The camera calculates a white balance based on the information in the image. Auto WB is appropriate for most applications where the subject color and lighting are consistent.

Tap the WB icon on the Home screen. You are presented with the back’s white balance settings. Scroll left or right and tap the icon to select the desired setting. A green frame surrounds the selected WB and you are returned to the Home screen.

Find out more on White Balance operation on page 58.

Focus Mode Focusing

S Single focus

mode

C Continuous

focus mode

M Manual focus

mode

Half-press the shutter release button to focus. When the focus mark lights, the focus is ﬁxed and the shutter can be released.

The camera keeps focusing continuously while the shutter release button is half-pressed. The shutter can be released regardless of whether or not the focus mark is lit.

Focus manually.

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3.3 Setting the Shutter Release, Focus, Exposure and Metering modes

1. Set the Shutter Release mode selector lever to S (single-frame

advance mode). There are two shutter release (drive) modes: S (single frame advance mode) and C (continuous advance mode). When set to L the power is

turned off.

2. Set the Focus mode selector lever to S (Single focus mode).

There are three Focus modes: S (Single focus mode), C (Continuous focus mode) and M (Manual focus mode). See page 29 for more

information.

3. Set the exposure mode dial to P (Program auto exposure).

There are four exposure modes:

P (Program Auto Exposure)

Av (Aperture Priority AE)

Tv (Shutter Priority AE)

M (Manual)

Note: Av stands for Aperture Value but is referred to as Aperture Priority AE.

Tv stands for Time Value but is referred to as Shutter Priority AE.

Notice:

When a polarizing ﬁlter is used, ensure that a circular polarizing ﬁlter (C-PL) is used. The correct exposure cannot be obtained with a normal (linear) polarizing ﬁlter (PL).

P: Program AE — The aperture and shutter speed are determined automatically for the optimum exposure, according to the ambient light conditions. This auto mode is best suited for general photography or for novice photographers, as it leaves the user free to concentrate on framing and capturing the subject.

Av: Aperture priority AE — Set the desired aperture and the camera selects the correct shutter speed. Use this mode to control depth of ﬁeld.

Tv: Shutter priority AE — Set the desired shutter speed and the camera selects the correct aperture. Use this mode to stop motion.

M: Manual mode — Set this mode to use special combinations of the aperture and shutter speed.

4. Exposure metering mode is automatically set to average/spot exposure metering before exposure metering is performed. There are three exposure metering modes: In the A mode the average brightness in the entire frame is measured with emphasis on the center of the frame. The brightness at a speciﬁc spot in the center of the frame is metered in the S mode. The A-S mode automatically switches between these two modes depending on the contrasts in the picture.

Average/spot auto exposure metering

Center-weighted

average/spot

exposure metering

Center spot exposure metering

Exposure metering is performed after automatically selecting average/spot exposure metering.

• Depending on the subject conditions, centerweighted average/spot exposure metering is selected automatically, and the correct exposure is measured.

• Spot exposure metering is automatically selected when the brightness of the spot exposure metering range becomes darker than the brightness of the entire screen.

• If there is very little difference between the spot exposure metering value and center-weighted average exposure metering value, the correct exposure level is obtained as the intermediate value.

The average brightness of the entire screen is measured, emphasizing the center of the screen.

The brightness of an area equivalent to 7.6% at screen center is measured, and the exposure is determined. The circle at screen center serves as a general guideline. This mode is suited to measuring subjects with strong contrasts or measuring only screen portions.

3.4 Measuring Light – Exposure Metering

1. Press button A to adjust the exposure metering mode. There are three different exposure metering mode options that are displayed sequentially when either the front or rear dial is turned. Select an appropriate exposure mode. Your chosen exposure metering mode is displayed as an icon on the camera’s LCD screen.

2. Press the SET button B or exposure metering mode button A to enter the setting.

Exposure Warnings

Users are warned when shooting subjects that are too bright or too dark with an inappropriate exposure setting. At such times, when the correct exposure cannot be obtained, users are alerted by the numeric exposure display that ﬂashes on the external LCD or on the display inside the viewﬁnder.

Warnings that the exposure is outside the metering range

• Program AE (P)

The shutter speed and f-number blink.

• Aperture priority AE (Av)

The shutter speed blinks.

• Shutter priority AE (Tv)

The f-number blinks.

• Manual mode (M)

The exposure metering value difference is displayed.

Viewer display

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Normal Half-press Release position

Full-press

3.5 Focus Modes

To use the Auto Focus function, both the camera body and the lens have to be set to their respective Auto Focus modes. Auto Focus does not function when either the camera body or the lens are set to manual focus.

To activate Auto Focus (AF), ﬁrst select AF on the focusing selector ring on the lens. Next, adjust the Focus Mode Selector Lever to either S (single) or C (continuously) Auto focusing on the camera. The Focus selection ring on the lens can help you to rapidly switch between AF and M, without having to change your grip of the camera.

The shutter release button has a two-step action. When pressed lightly it stops at a certain point. In this manual, this position is called the half- press position. When you half-press this button, the camera functions are activated. When the shutter button is pressed further down, the shutter is released. This position is called the full-press position.

1. Aim the camera so that the subject is within the focus frame.

2. Half-press the shutter release button, and focus is adjusted automatically in AF mode. As default, you can now re-compose your image without losing the original focus setting, by moving the camera and keeping the shutter release button half-pressed. When the focus mark lights up, the subject is in focus.

3. When the focus mark lights up, press the shutter release button further down to release the shutter. (The focus mark is an illuminated dot (indicated as this • symbol) at the bottom of the viewfinder display. See the focus mark in the illustration circled in red).

Out of Focus Marks 

When the picture is not focused the shutter cannot be released when in single focus mode. Either press the shutter release button again to adjust the focus or move the camera to change the position of the focus frame. Lenses without the focus mode selector ring are automatically set to AF if the camera is set to Auto Focus. Do not touch the focus ring as you may cause internal damage to the camera Auto Focus motor.

Lenses with the Focus Mode Selector

The focus modes can be switched between automatic and manual with the selector on the lens when the focus mode selector lever on the camera body is set to S or C.

Single Focus Mode (S)

This mode uses the focus-priority mechanism. The shutter can be released when the focus mark • in the viewﬁnder is illuminated. This mode is suited for still subjects. Focus is locked when the focus mark • is illuminated in the viewﬁnder’s LCD.

The shutter cannot be released if the subject is not in focus (if the focus mark • does not illuminate).

To take another photo with a different composition, take your ﬁnger off the shutter release button then re-press the shutter release button again.

Continuous Focus Mode (C)

In this mode shutter release has priority to focusing. The shutter can be released regardless of whether the focus mark • in the viewﬁnder’s display is illuminated. Focus is adjusted continuously while the shutter release button is half-pressed. This mode is suited for moving subjects.

Focus is not locked even if the focus mark is lit.

The shutter can be released even if the focus mark is not lit.

Manual Focus Mode (M)

To attain full manual control of the focus function you can change to manual focus mode in two ways.

1. All lenses: Turn the focus mode selector lever to M (Manual focus

mode).

2. Manual Focus operation for telephoto and zoom lenses: All

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newer Mamiya, Phase One and Schneider-Kreuznach lenses can be switched from Auto Focus to Manual Focus by using the AF ring or slider ﬁtted on the lens.

For lenses with AF slider, slide the focusing ring on the lens backward until it clicks. When this is done, the Auto Focus inscription on the lens barrel is covered and the lens can then be focused manually. For lenses with an AF ring, simply rotate the AF ring to the MF position to select manual focus.

In focus

Turn focus ring clockwise

Turn focus ring counter clockwise

Manual Focusing using the Focus Mark (Focus conﬁrmation method)

Half-press the shutter release button and turn the lens focusing ring to focus on the subject. The focus mark is illuminated in the viewﬁnder’s LCD to signal that a picture is in focus.

If  is lit in the viewﬁnder’s LCD, the camera is focused on a point behind the object.

If  is lit, the camera is focused on a point in front of the object.

- Use the focus mark when taking photos in manual focus mode or when using the M645 manual lens.

- If you adjust focus using the focus mark with an M645 lens, make sure to open the aperture. You can use this function with the lens set to f/5.6 or higher.

When Auto Focus Fails

The auto focus function requires contrast in the subject. Auto focusing may fail to achieve focus with certain subjects described below. In such cases, either switch to the manual focus mode (and focus manually) or focus on a more contrast appropriate object at the same distance as the object you want to photograph, lock the focus using the focus lock button on the front of the camera body, then take a picture.

• Low-contrast subject (blue skies, white walls and other objects)

• Two or more objects overlapping at different distances within the focus frame (animals in cages, etc.)

• Subjects with continuous repeated patterns (building exteriors, blinds, etc.)

• Extremely backlit reflective subjects (car bodies, water surfaces, etc.)

• Or when the subject is far smaller than the focus frame

3.7 Using Focus Lock and Infrared Focusing

Use the focus lock when your intended focus point is not within the focus frame. In such cases where a subject is not located in the center of a frame, use the focus lock function to lock the focus before releasing the shutter.

1. Set the focus mode selector lever to S or C.

Put the subject in the focus frame and half press the shutter release button.

2. Lock the Focus.

When the focus mark • in the viewﬁnder LCD is lit, press the AF lock button on the front of the camera to lock the focus.

3. Adjust the Composition.

With the shutter release button half-pressed, slide the camera to achieve the desired composition, and release the shutter. When the focus mode is set at S (Single focus mode) and the focus mark • is lit, hold the shutter release button halfway down to lock the focus.

AF Assist Infrared Light

Autofocus can fail when a subject is dark or very low-key. On these occasions, a red lamp may be activated on the front of the camera when the shutter release button is half-pressed to assist the camera’s auto focus function. The AF assist infrared light is emitted only when the focus mode is set to S (Single focus mode).

Notice:

Effective range of the AF assist infrared light is limited. It does not reach distant subjects. — Range: 9 m/29.5 ft (using 80 mm f/2.8 lens)

Use of a lens hood or a bellows lens hood (sold as an optional accessory) may interfere with the assist light. It is advisable to set the focus before mounting the hood.

The AF assist infrared light can be disabled.

3.8 Drive Dial

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Single-Frame Mode

One photograph is taken each time the shutter release button is pressed.

Set the shutter release mode selector to S.

Continuous Mode

Photographs are exposed as long as the shutter release button is pressed.

Set the shutter release mode selector lever to C. Photographs are taken continuously at a rate depending on the buffer speed of the digital back mounted on the camera.

Mirror Up Mode

When the shutter button is pressed, the mirror moves up, and when the shutter button is pressed again, the shutter is tripped and a picture is taken.

Self-Timer Mode

In this mode, the shutter is released 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

Activate the Self-timer by pressing the button. Next, rotate the front dial so that On is displayed in the camera’s LCD and press the shutter

release.

When the shutter release is pressed, the Self-timer lamp blinks continuously for seven seconds, followed by three seconds of rapid blinking until the camera releases the shutter.

Notice:

If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture value blink. In such cases, the pictures can be taken, but they may be too bright or too dark.

If the shutter speed and aperture values blink on the main LCD and in the viewﬁnder display when the program line is shifted, the proper exposure cannot be achieved.

Select a different program mode.

When the Program line is shifted, the aperture value changes along with the shutter speed to maintain the proper exposure.

Increment of the aperture and shutter speed can be set at either 1/3- or 1/2-stop.

3.9 Exposure Modes

(P) Program AE

The aperture and shutter speed are determined automatically for the optimum exposure, according to the ambient light conditions. This auto mode is best suited for general photography or for novice photographers, as it leaves the user free to concentrate on framing and capturing the subject.

Alter the shutter speed and aperture by turning the front and rear dials while the P (Program AE) mode is selected.

Program Shift (PH/PL)

The shutter speed and aperture can be altered by turning the front and rear dials while the P (Program AE) mode is selected. In order to avoid blurred images (due to camera shake while releasing the shutter), or to open the aperture, change to PH (high speed). For slower shutter speeds and wider depth of ﬁeld, change to PL (low speed). This function allows these changes to be made quickly.

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Shutter speed

program shift chart

2 1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1 /60 1/250 1/1000 1/4000

(ISO10 0/AF80m m F2.8 D)

1/30 1/125 1/500 1/ 2000

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Program shift area

Notice:

The shutter speed value blinks when the subject is too dark or too bright for a correct exposure. To obtain the correct aperture, adjust the aperture value until the shutter speed value stops blinking and remains lit.

When the exposure is compensated with the rear dial, the aperture can be set with the front dial only.

Increment of the aperture can be set at either 1/3- or 1/2-stop.

Rotation direction of the dials to change the values can be altered.

The selected aperture level can be locked.

Notice:

The aperture value blinks when the subject is too dark or too bright for a correct exposure. To obtain the correct aperture, adjust the shutter speed value until the aperture value stops blinking and remains lit.

When the exposure is compensated with the rear dial , the shutter speed can be set with the front dial only.

Increment of the shutter speed can be set at either 1/3- or 1/2-stop.

Rotation direction of the dials to change the values can be altered.

The selected shutter speed can be locked.

Aperture Priority AE (Av)

Set the desired aperture, and the camera selects the optimum shutter speed accordingly. Use the Av mode to maintain speciﬁc control over depth of ﬁeld,

1. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to Av (Aperture priority AE) position.

2. Turn the front or rear dial to set the desired aperture.

Shutter Priority AE (Tv)

Set the desired shutter speed and the camera selects the optimum aperture accordingly. A fast shutter speed can be used to freeze motion

and slow shutter speed can be used to create motion blur.

1. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to Tv (Shutter priority AE) position.

2. Turn the front or rear dial to set the desired shutter speed.

Notice:

When the exposure is compensated in the Manual mode, the difference between the metered value and the compensated value is displayed on the viewﬁnder LCD. In the B (Bulb) mode, the difference with the metered value is not displayed.

Increment of the aperture and shutter speed value can be set at either 1/3 or 1/2 stop.

The assignments of the front and rear dials can be swapped.

Rotation direction of the dials that change the values can be altered.

The selected aperture and shutter speed can be locked.

Notice:

When the set value matches with the metered value, the difference indicator shows 0.0.

Manual Mode (M)

This mode is used to set both the aperture and shutter speed for total exposure control. Varying shutter speeds can be selected, including Bulb, tIME and manually from 60 minutes to 1/4000 second. Aperture values can be set from maximum to minimum aperture.

1. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to M (Manual) position.

2. Turn the rear dial to set the desired aperture.

3. Turn the front dial to set the desired shutter speed.

4. When the shutter release button is half pressed, the difference between the present settings and the metered value is displayed in the viewﬁnder’s LCD panel. The value is displayed in 1/3 stop increments within a range of ±6 EV.

When the difference between the set value and the metered value is greater than ±6 EV and the set value is lower than the metered value, the indicator in the viewﬁnder LCD shows “– u –”. Contrarily when the set value is higher than the metered value, the indicator shows “– o –”.

Notice:

The aperture level can be selected for the parameter to shift.

Notice:

Photography using the leaf shutter or focal plane shutter can be selected in custom settings

A B

One-push Shift Function

When the difference between the set value and metered value is displayed on the viewﬁnder LCD in the Manual M mode, press the AEL button for approximately one second and the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to achieve the correct exposure based on the set aperture value.

While the difference B between the set value A and the metered value is displayed on the viewﬁnder LCD, press the AEL button C for approximately one second. The camera changes the shutter speed to an appropriate level.

Auto Mode Mechanism

A leaf shutter’s working range is from 1/800 sec to 1 sec. To achieve other speeds (1/4000 to 1/800 sec, 1 to 60 sec, bulb) the camera automatically switches to the focal plane shutter.

Sync Mode (X)

Select this mode when a ﬂash is used. Choose X and the shutter speed is ﬁxed at 1/125 sec for synchronization.

Notice:

The selected aperture value can be locked.

When 1/800 sec shutter speeds can’t be achieved, even though a leaf shutter lens is attached, try another exposure mode.

Shutter Types and Flash Synchronization Options for Shutter Modes

Shutter speed X-Sync Exposure Mode Lens Mode Program Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS —

Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 – 1S —

Tv Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS —

Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 – 1S FS

Av Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS —

Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 – 1S —

Manual Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS —

Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 – 1S FS Auto FS LS FS — LS FS

X Leaf Shutter — 1/125,90,60 — — 1/125,90,60 FS

Focal Shutter — 1/125,90,60 — — 1/125,90,60 —

1/4000 – 1/800 1/800 – 1S 1S – 30S+ 1/4000 – 1/800 1/800 – 1S 1s – 30S+

Notice:

This camera’s sync contact is an X contact.

Using ﬂashes designed exclusively for other camera manufacturers in the hot shoe may damage the camera’s internal mechanisms. In this situation, use an off-camera ﬂash bracket and connect a sync cord to the camera’s sync terminal.

When using ﬂashes with a ﬂash duration of 1/500 sec or longer, set the shutter speed to 1/30 sec or less.

3.10 Flash Photography

The Mamiya 645DF+ is equipped with a vertical-travel focal plane metal shutter and it is also compatible with leaf shutter lenses.

The focal plane shutter provides higher shutter speeds than that of leaf (central) shutter lenses. Focal plane shutters allow you to shoot fast enough to freeze moving subject matter. Leaf shutter lenses allow faster shutter synchronization to ﬂash, making it ideal for freezing subject movement when using strobe lighting.

The focal plane shutter method allows for shutter speeds of up to 1/4000 sec When shooting at higher speeds e.g. 1/500 sec the two shutter blades are moving in parallel creating a small slit allowing a small fraction of light to reach the sensor area of the digital back. When using this type of shutter it is not possible to achieve ﬂash synchronization greater than 1/125 sec.

A leaf shutter makes it possible to achieve faster shutter and ﬂash sync speeds. A Leaf Credo series back can sync at maximum shutter speed of 1/1600 second.

1. A grip type ﬂashgun or a strobe (with electric contacts other than X contact) can be operated with the Mamiya 645DF+ by connecting a sync cord into the camera’s sync terminal. See the note on the left side of this page about ﬂash units designed exclusively for other camera makes.

2. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to X (1/125 sec) or M (Manual). When M (Manual) is selected, turn the front dial and set the shutter speed to 1/125 sec or slower.

3. Turn the rear dial to set the aperture, and then press the shutter button to take a picture.

In addition to its standard ﬂash sync system, the Mamiya 645DF+ features TTL (through the lens), off the ﬁlm/sensor (OTF) and electronic ﬂash exposure metering.

Metz 3952 functions

Charging completed indicator in viewﬁnder

Automatic setting of ﬂash synchronizing speed

Flash conﬁrmation

Auto zoom control The power zoom reﬂector is linked to the lens focal length

Auto AF assist beam When the focus mode is set to S, the autofocus assist

Display of ﬂash range (distance)

Data transfer The ISO data, exposure compensation data and aperture

Metz Flash Unit Type of ﬂash SCA 3952 Module Converter

Metz 44 MZ-2 Shoe-mount x

Metz 54 MZ-3 Shoe-mount x

Metz 45 CL-3 & 4 Digital Handle-mount x SCA 3045

Metz 60 CT-4 Handle-mount x SCA 3000

Metz 70 MZ-5 & 4 Handle-mount x

For more info on Metz, contact the local Metz dealer or www.metz.de

When charging of the ﬂash is completed, a charging completed ﬂash icon is illuminated in the viewﬁnders display panel.

When exposure mode is set at Av or P, the shutter speed is automatically set to 1/60 to 1/125 sec when charging of the ﬂash is completed.

When exposure mode is at Tv or M and the shutter speed is faster than 1/125 sec, the shutter speed is automatically set to 1/125 sec.

The ﬂash charge mark ﬂashes after the shutter is released to indicate that the ﬂash was emitted properly.

(excluding the Metz 32Z-2).

beam is emitted automatically in low light (excluding the Metz 32Z-2).

Displayed on the ﬂash’s liquid crystal display panel (Metz 32MZ-3 and Metz 32Z-2).

data are sent from the camera to the ﬂash.

Adapter

Mamiya 645DF+ features Through the Lens (TTL), Off the Film/Sensor (OTF) and electronic ﬂash exposure metering. A ﬂash sensor located inside the camera body reads the ﬂash light reﬂected off the surface of the CCD at the moment of exposure. The sensor is connected via the Mamiya 645DF+’s dedicated hot shoe to a shoe or handle-mount style Metz ﬂash unit via the Metz SCA 3952 TTL Adapter. Maximum ﬂash speed is 1/125 second when the focal plane shutter is used, making daytime synchronization possible.

The ISO of the ﬂash is automatically set through the TTL connection from the digital back; any adjustment to this is instantly recognized after the setting is locked and the shutter release is half-pressed.

To utilize the TTL ﬂash feature with all TTL-operable Metz ﬂash units, a Metz SCA 3952 module is required. See the chart for capability and/or additional adapters that may be necessary.

The resulting ﬂash exposure automation determines correct ﬂash exposure and automatically adjusts the output of the ﬂash. It also automatically corrects for exposure compensation normally required when using ﬁlters, close-up bellows or extension tubes.

1. Mount the SCA 3952 adapter onto the Metz ﬂash, insert fully into the camera’s hot shoe, and then tighten with the locking knob A.

2. Set the exposure mode, and then check the shutter speed and aperture.

Exposure mode Shutter speed Aperture

P Program AE Automatically set by camera

to 1/60 sec when the metered

Av Aperture priority AE Any aperture

Tv Shutter priority AE Automatically set by camera

M Manual mode Any aperture

X Sync mode 1/125 sec or via CF Any aperture

shutter speed is 1/60 or slower, and 1/125 when it is 1/125 sec or faster.

to 1/125 when the set shutter speed is 1/125 sec or faster.

Automatically set by camera

TTL ﬂash

With TTL ﬂash photography, the reﬂection of the ﬂash is metered and the intensity of the ﬂash is adjusted automatically, which can mean TTL ﬂash photography may not be suitable for all shooting conditions. In the cases described below, we recommend that you use a ﬂash meter to check the intensity of the ﬂash or use a manual ﬂash setting.

Example:

1. When the size of the subject you want to light with the ﬂash is relatively small within the picture

2. When the background behind the subject is extremely bright or when there is a strongly reﬂective object in the background

3. When the background behind the subject is extremely dark (outdoors at night, etc.)

4. For ﬂash photography with a narrow sensitivity latitude

Curtain Sync

When a moving subject has been shot under this function, the ﬂash of light appears after the moving subject.

Rear curtain sync mode.

Front curtain sync mode.

This function is set by Custom function setting. Go to page 103 for more information.

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3.11 Flash Compensation Settings

By combining a Metz ﬂash and the SCA 3952 adapter, the camera adjusts for ﬂash. It can be adjusted within ±3EV in increments of 1/3 steps.

1. Turn on the Power. Install the SCA 3952 adapter on the Metz ﬂash, and attach it to the camera. Lock the ﬂash in place using the locking knob on the ﬂash shoe. Turn the shutter release mode selector lever to the S or C position, and turn ON the ﬂash power switch.

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2. When the ﬂash charge conﬁrmation lamp lights, press the set button

. The icon is displayed on the main LCD panel.

3. Turn the front or rear dial to select the ﬂash compensation value. External LCD Panel (normal display).

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4. When the shutter button is half-pressed, the display appears on the external LCD, and appears on the LCD inside the viewﬁnder with a + compensation, or appears with a – compensation.

Viewﬁnder LCD Readouts

- If the ﬂash-charge mark is not displayed, the ﬂash compensation button A cannot be used.

- Keep pressing the set button to activate the ﬂash compensation mode. You can check the exposure compensation value.

- If you turn the shutter release mode selector lever to the L (power OFF) position, the compensation value is cancelled.

Notice:

Using ﬂashes designed exclusively for other makers’ cameras may damage the camera’s internal mechanisms if connected to the camera's hot shoe.

In this situation, use an offcamera ﬂash bracket and connect a sync cord to the camera's sync terminal.

- When using ﬂashes with a ﬂash duration of 1/500 sec or longer, set the shutter speed to 1/30 sec or less.

Flash Photography with Electronic Flash Models other than Metz units

1. To use a grip type ﬂashgun or a strobe with electric contacts other than an X contact, connect the sync cord to the camera’s sync terminal. (See note below about ﬂashes designed exclusively for other makers’ cameras.)

2. While pressing the unlock button, turn the exposure mode setting dial and set it to X (1/125 sec) or M (manual). When M (manual) is selected, turn the front dial and set the shutter speed 1/60 to 1/125 sec or slower.

3. Turn the rear dial to set the aperture, then take the picture. (For M, use the rear dial. For X, use the front dial).

This camera’s sync contact is an X contact.

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4.0 Introduction to the

Credo Series Digital Back

System Overview

The Leaf Credo series digital back is designed to ﬁt on the Mamiya 645DF+ as well as several other brands or models of medium format cameras.

The Leaf Credo series include three different models; the Credo 80, 60 and 40 that feature maximum resolutions of 80, 60.5 and 40 high quality megapixels respectively. All of the backs have a dynamic range of

12.5 f-stops. The Leaf Credo backs employ both USB 3.0 and FireWire

800 connections, facilitating fast image transfers. All three models also incorporate a newly designed 3.2 in touch display that features 1.15 megapixel resolution. The wide format display allows for a full 4:3 aspect ratio VGA resolution image next to a histogram, highlight warning, ﬁle info and touch controls. This touchscreen display is complemented by Mamiya Leaf’s intuitive 4 soft button navigation.

The following section deals with generic features that are available in all three Credo series digital back models.

4.1 Quick Start (shooting untethered)

1. Connect a Leaf Credo digital back to the camera and install the focusing screen if applicable.

2. Charge the battery (see page 12), then insert it into the back and either a Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack or AA batteries into the camera.

3. Insert a CompactFlash card into the Leaf Credo back.

4. Switch on the power to the back and camera and select a drive mode.

5. Choose an exposure mode.

6. Select a focus mode on the camera body and lens if applicable.

7. Set the date and time (see page 21).

8. Set the ISO and White Balance (see page 24).

9. After shooting, transfer images into Capture One software from the CF card using a card reader.

10. Edit images in Capture One and output as required.

4.2 General Hardware Setup

Powering up the Leaf Credo back

After a Leaf Credo back is connected to a camera body, insert a battery, USB 3.0 or FireWire 800 cable and it automatically turns on. The back is switched on/off by pressing the power button located at the top of the Leaf Credo back.

ISO Settings

The Credo 80 back has a default ISO range from ISO 35-800. The Credo 60 and Credo 40 have a default ISO range from ISO 50-800. An ISO rating can be selected from the menu system (when untethered) or in the Capture Tool in Capture One Pro software (when tethered).

Shutter Latency

The default setting is Normal Latency, which should remain unchanged under all ‘normal’ shooting scenarios. Only change the setting to Zero Latency if you work on technical cameras, large format cameras or certain manual cameras in special situations.

Double Exposure Protection

It is not possible to accidentally double expose an image by capturing one shot quickly after another when a Leaf Credo back is used on cameras such as the Mamiya 645DF+/AF/AFDIII, Phase One 645DF+, Hasselblad 555 ELD (DIG mode), Hasselblad H or Contax 645. The electronic communication with the body ensures that the Leaf Credo back is ready before allowing release of the next shot. However, users of other camera bodies that do not use the electronic interface from the Credo have to wait for the ready beep signal before releasing the next shot.

4.3 Indicator Light

Credo series digital backs feature an indicator LED located beside the on/off button. When the Leaf Credo back is in sleep mode, the green LED is illuminated. The LED goes out as soon as the back is activated. In general, if the LED is not illuminated and the back and camera are on, the camera is ready.

4.4 CF Card LED

There is an additional red LED indicator located next to the CF card slot (under the cover). It indicates CF card activity. Do not remove a CF card from the card slot when this red LED is on. Removing a CF card while the red LED is on can damage the formatting of the card, and images or data might be lost or corrupted.

4.5 Tethered and Untethered Operations

Untethered: A Leaf Credo series back can be operated as a fully portable battery powered unit. Image ﬁles are shot and transferred to a CompactFlash card which is inserted in the CF card slot on the left side of the camera back.

Tethered: Remember to always keep a battery in the Leaf Credo back even when shooting tethered to a computer via a FireWire connection. When operating tethered, image ﬁles can be shot to a CompactFlash card or transferred directly to the assigned capture folder in the Capture One application on the computer hard disk. (See page 80 for more details about charging the battery when tethered to a computer).

Driver Set-up

Find out more on installation and activation of software on page 8 and 10 of this User Guide. There is no speciﬁc program set-up. Check the Capture One User Guide for recommended hardware. Firmware announcements are available on our website, and in our newsletters.

Connecting

The maximum length of a compatible FireWire cable is 4.5 meters. Longer cables might require a third party power solution or a FireWire hub. Leaf Credo series backs match the FireWire 800 standard.

Plug the FireWire 800 cable into the Credo unit and into the back of your Mac or Windows PC. (It is not recommended to use a FireWire port on the front of a computer as it can be less stable). Capture One automatically recognizes the Leaf Credo back and settings. Read more on shooting tethered in the Capture One software manual.

Note: Leaf Credo backs are compatible with FireWire 400. Order a Mamiya Leaf FireWire 800 to 400 cable 4.5 m. Part no: 50300164.

Tethered Operations Continued

The display on a Leaf Credo series back can be either be turned off while shooting tethered or set to display the images while they are shot, just as if shooting untethered. It is also possible to enlarge a section of an image on the Credo screen to help check focus of the current and upcoming captures.

A Leaf Credo back defaults to its untethered mode when the FireWire 800 or USB 3.0 cable is removed in its Auto Storage setting. Captured image ﬁles are stored on a CompactFlash card, and the unit’s battery provides power.

The Leaf Credo back can be forced to shoot to either CompactFlash, or via a USB 3.0 or FireWire 800 cable to a computer. Find out more on the Storage Mode on page 81.

Online Support

For more information on shooting tethered with Capture One, consult the online user guide available in the Capture One Help menu.

4.6 CompactFlash Card Usage

It is important to follow a few simple guidelines to help avoid loss of data when working with CompactFlash cards, card readers and digital cameras. Mamiya Leaf recommends that you test-drive all new CompactFlash cards with your Leaf Credo back. By performing an initial test to verify that the capture ﬁles are stored properly on the card and can be accessed on a computer you avoid unpleasant surprises on location or when you return from a job. CompactFlash cards are manufactured by other suppliers and Mamiya Leaf cannot guarantee that the cards are not defective.

Inserting and Ejecting on the Leaf Credo Back

The CompactFlash card is inserted in the slot located under the cover on the left-hand side of the Leaf Credo back.

Insert the CompactFlash card with the brand label facing the display end of the digital back as shown in the image.

The cover can be closed when the CompactFlash card is fully inserted.

To eject the card push the small button above the card once, and an ejecting pin comes out. Pushing this pin all the way back in ejects the card.

Microdrives are not recommended for use with Leaf Credo backs.

4.7 Secure Storage System (3S)

You can always be sure that your data is safe when working with memory cards in a Leaf Credo back. The Mamiya Leaf Secure Storage System (3S) provides the industry’s safest memory card handling. The 3S technology automatically checks your card’s ﬁle structure every time it is inserted into the Leaf Credo back. If the Check Disk function ﬁnds an error, it prevents usage of the card until it is corrected or the card is formatted.

How does 3S work?

A complete disk check for a valid ﬁle structure is performed as soon as a card is inserted into the Leaf Credo back.

Lower gigabyte capacity cards load quicker than high capacity versions.

It is not recommended to turn off the Check Disk function. If you want to turn it off go to Home > Settings > Check Disk.

Disk Check Summary

3S technology is a safe storage system integrated into the Leaf Credo back and is much more rugged than anything else seen in the industry. DSLR cameras do not have this level of storage security.

Beneﬁts include:

• No need to format a card on a computer.

• Damaged or incorrectly formatted cards are detected immediately.

Leaf Credo backs also have the ability to reformat and correct these cards.

• Ejecting a card while it is writing a session does not necessarily

damage the file structure of the entire CompactFlash card. Only the image being written and the images in the buffer can be damaged.

4.8 Formatting your Memory Card

Most CompactFlash cards are preformatted and ready for use in the Leaf Credo backs. However, Mamiya Leaf recommends that all cards be formatted in the Leaf Credo back to ensure their optimum performance.

Memory card formatting is done in either FAT 16 or FAT 32 depending on card size. (Leaf Credo backs support CompactFlash cards formatted in both FAT 16 and FAT 32.)

Using CompactFlash Cards in a Card Reader

A card is mounted as a removable drive on a computer after it has been inserted into the card reader and connected to a Mac or PC. Windows and Mac OS X have the required drivers for the CF card reader. For information on how to import ﬁles to Capture One, consult the Capture One online user guide available under Capture One Help in the Help Menu.

Warning!

Ejecting a card or removing the battery while the Leaf Credo back is still writing (when the red LED is on) causes images that are not written to the card to be permanently lost or damaged. Do not bend or ﬂex your CompactFlash card. Keep the card away from moisture, grit and sand. Use a CompactFlash card case as a storage container when not in use.

5.0 Navigating the Credo

User Interface and Menu System

Home Screen

The Credo Home screen is the ﬁrst view that you see as soon as the back is switched on. This is the back’s default screen and the starting point in which to navigate the menu system. Use the Home screen to conﬁgure the Leaf Credo back’s setup, camera settings, ISO sensitivity and White Balance (WB) settings.

The selected ISO rating and White Balance setting are displayed on the Home screen

The bottom right of the Home screen features a Power Indicator icon that shows the remaining battery capacity or an electrical icon if the Credo is being used to shoot tethered via a USB 3.0 or FireWire 800 connection. The Power Indicator starts blinking when it runs low to warn you that the battery needs to be replaced before capturing any more images.

The bottom left of the Home screen tells you the amount of exposures left on your CompactFlash card.

Tap the top left Home soft button to immediately return to the Home screen regardless of where you are in the menu system.

Image Views

Tap the image to quickly access the Full Image screen or double-tap the image to view the 100% zoom view.

Home

Back

5.1 Soft Buttons

The Leaf Credo back is equipped with four soft buttons.

The four virtual buttons are Home, Browse, Back and Dynamic Menu options.

The Dynamic Menu button offers different choices depending on the function selected.

Browse

Dynamic

5.2 Touchscreen Operation

All three Credo models incorporate a newly designed 3.2 in touchscreen. The screen lets you zoom, pan and browse through images fast and it is easy to navigate between different menus and features. The Leaf Credo series backs are designed with invisible controls that are context sensitive and appear only when speciﬁc areas of the screen are touched. One example of this is the unique instant zoom function, which allows you to zoom just by using one ﬁnger. Small histograms and highlight warnings can be enlarged to full screen view by simply touching them. Wide format display allows for a full 4:3 aspect ratio VGA resolution image next to histogram, highlight warning, EXIF data and touch controls.

5.3 ISO

Tap the ISO icon on the Home screen. You are presented with the back’s ISO spectrum. Tap the screen to select the desired setting. A green frame appears around your chosen setting and you are automatically returned to the Home screen.

The Credo 80 has a standard ISO range from 35 to 800. The Credo 40 and Credo 60 have an ISO range from 50-800.

Note: Remember that the higher the ISO setting, the higher the degree of image noise. The camera system together with Capture One software deliver a powerful noise reduction performance although it is possible to still see some noise at the higher sensitivity settings.

5.4 White Balance

Tap the WB icon on the Home screen. You are presented with the back’s white balance settings. Scroll left and right and tap the screen to select the desired setting. A green frame appears around your chosen setting and you are automatically returned to the Home screen.

The default WB setting is Auto, which calculates a white balance based on the information in the image. Auto WB is appropriate for most applications where the subject color and lighting are consistent.

A speciﬁc light source can also be selected in the WB menu. These include Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten and Flash. It is easy to check the WB setting as it is displayed in the Home screen above the ISO rating.

White Balance can also be set from within Capture One when shooting tethered to a computer. Find out more on tethered operation from page 49.

5.5 Custom White Balance

To create a new custom white balance, ﬁrst capture a reference white balance image. (Try to use a gray card or neutral white surface). After selecting the full screen image, select the Dynamic menu and press the White Balance Picker icon. (Ensure that the image is in full screen view.)

Zoom in and pan to a desired part of the image and then tap on a white/ gray area to create a custom WB. A crosshair icon appears on the screen. You can continue to pick a WB point elsewhere in the image until you are satisﬁed with the generated WB.

Tap the WB icon and the Save WB as: screen appears. Select Custom 1, Custom 2 or Custom 3 option. The custom white balance is set and all subsequent captures use this WB setting.

The Leaf Credo back enables you to create and store up to three custom white balance settings.

6.0 Browse Mode

Browse mode is used to review captured images. Its touchscreen interface makes it easy to delete, zoom, pan and browse through images quickly. Push the lower left soft button to enter this mode.

Press the Home upper left soft button to exit the Browse mode at any time.

6.1 Browse Mode Views

Tap the Browse soft button to view images on the CompactFlash card. There are three Browse mode views: Full Screen, Tool View and Thumbnail View.

Full Screen displays an image in its entirety. A Zoom Slider, Dynamic menu tool and zoom level percentage automatically disappear after a few seconds of inactivity.

The default Tool View features tools that include an Exposure Histogram, Exposure Warning, File Info, Alignment tool, Remaining exposures and Battery life.

The Browse View displays images stored on a CompactFlash card in a series of 6 thumbnails.

6.2 Dynamic Menu

Press the Dynamic Menu button in the lower corner of the back.

The Full Screen Dynamic Menu features Grid, Custom White Balance Picker, Rating and Delete options. Press and hold these icons (with a black triangle in the corner) to further conﬁgure.

The Tool View Dynamic Menu features Grid, Rating and Delete options.

The Thumbnail View features a Deselect All, Select All, Rating and Delete options.

6.3 Info Bar

The bottom of the screen features an Info Bar that displays a Power Indicator that shows the remaining battery capacity. The Power Indicator starts blinking when it runs low to warn users that the battery needs to be replaced before capturing any more images.

Tool View displays the current image number and the number of images captured on the media. In this example it shows number 2 out of 10 images.

6.4 Browse Mode Navigation

Swipe the margin area just below the image to scroll through captured images in all the Browse modes. Double tap the image to zoom in at 100%, Swipe the right margin beside the image to zoom in and out, up to 400%.

Swipe your ﬁnger left or right to scroll through captured images on all Browse mode views. The selected thumbnail is highlighted with a green border.

6.5 Zoom

Tap the screen once in the Tool View to see a Full Screen image. The Leaf Credo back enables users to zoom into a review image by up to 400%.

Instantly zoom into a speciﬁc area at 100% by tapping the screen twice. Double tap the screen again or press the upper right Back soft button to return to the full screen view.

To zoom up to 400%, slide your ﬁnger up and down the margin of the back Slider on the right side of the screen. Use the Zoom Slider to also return to the Tool and Thumbnail Views by sliding you ﬁnger down when a full screen image is displayed.

6.6 Rating Images

To turn on Rating, tap the bottom right Dynamic soft button then tap the Rating icon. A white bar appears at the bottom of the screen when reviewing in Full Screen or in the Tool View. Tap the dot in the white bar to select a star rating from 1 to 5. Alternatively, swipe your ﬁnger along the bar to choose a star rating. Tap the blank white area on the left side of the bar to deselect a star rating to 0 (zero). Ratings are recognized in Capture One when they are imported from a memory card.

Star ratings can be seen in both the Thumbnail view and Full Screen views by tapping the Dynamic menu and selecting the Star button. To turn off Rating, return to the Dynamic menu and tap the Rating icon. The Check mark on the Rating icon is removed and the white bar and stars no longer appear under each image.

6.7 Deleting Images

To delete an image, tap the Dynamic menu soft button while in Tool View or Full Screen— a trash icon appears. Tap the Trash icon and the Delete screen appears. Tap OK to permanently delete the image or press Cancel to cancel the deletion and return to the image preview.

A long press of the Trash icon brings up a screen with an option to delete images immediately or to ask before deletion.

The Ask before delete option is also available when you conﬁgure the back’s Settings menu.

6.8 Deleting in Browse View

Long press a thumbnail to select it for deletion. A small red trash icon appears in the top left corner of the selected thumbnail. You can select additional images for deletion by tapping more thumbnails.

To deselect an individual image, tap the thumbnail. The small red trash icon disappears from the top left corner of the selected thumbnail. To deselect all images, tap the Deselect All icon in the Dynamic menu. All red trash icons disappear from the top left corner of the selected thumbnails.

Tap the Trash icon to delete the selected image or images.

To delete all images on the CF card, in the Dynamic menu, tap the Select All icon, then tap the Trash icon. If your setup requires a delete conﬁrmation, a screen appears asking Delete selected image? Tap OK to delete the selected images or Cancel to cancel the deletion of the images.

A progress bar indicates the deletion.

Alternatively, if you want to delete all images on a card, you can also choose to format your card, which deletes all images and resets the card to a clean state.

6.9 Grid

Select the Dynamic Menu and choose the (circled) icon to overlay a grid on captured images in Full Screen and Tool View modes. Tap the Grid icon in Dynamic Menu again to deactivate the Grid.

Long press the Grid icon to conﬁgure the Grid tool. It is possible to select a different Grid Mode, Line Style and Color.

The Grid Mode enables users to select one of six options that include a Golden Ratio, 3 x 3, Square 4 x 3, Center Cross, Rectangular and Fibonacci Spiral. In Grid Mode, scroll down to see the full list and tap the desired option.

The Line Style can be changed from a solid color to a dotted or dashed line.

Change the color of the lines to one of 9 choices to help them stand out against an image.

The Grid Mode provides numerous style combinations. The Rectangular option can be conﬁgured to display up to 10 horizontal and vertical lines. In this example (left) the Color has been changed to yellow and the Line Style is Dotted.

The Golden Ratio grid helps photographers compose images within classic proportions. This grid divides the screen into nine parts using two horizontal and two vertical lines. Photographers can position important elements along these lines or at the intersections.

Scroll down to see the complete list of Grid options.

The Fibonacci Spiral option is another classic guide that helps photographers place subject matter within the curved lines.

The Fibonacci Spiral option can also be rotated clockwise or Mirrored to help position important elements at the intersections of the lines. The Color and Line Style can also be altered to help them stand out against an image.

6.10 Tools

Browse mode features four Tools to aid in the capture and review of images. The Tools include Exposure Histogram, Exposure warning, File Info, and Alignment tool. Tap the Histogram and Orientation tool to make them appear full screen. Tap the Exposure Warning and File Info to make them overlay on captured images. Tap each item again to remove them from the full screen or overlay view.

Histogram

Tap the histogram once to make the full screen version appear. The Exif information (ISO, f-stop and shutter speed) of a captured image is displayed below the histogram. The RGB channels are also displayed tap the screen again to return to the Tool view.

Orientation

The Orientation tool helps keep the attached camera in a perfect horizontal or vertical position. Tap the Orientation tool at the bottom left of the Tool view screen to make it appear full screen. Tap the screen or tap the Back button to return to the Tool view.

Long tap the Orientation tool to alter the tool’s settings. Users can choose either an illustrative Virtual Horizon or numeric roll and pitch

Values by tapping the option.

Tap On to get an audio alert that signals that the camera is level.

File Info

The File Info tool displays the ISO rating, f-stop and shutter speed exposure settings. Tap the File Info tool to see more detailed information that includes the ﬁle name, date and time of capture, ﬁle format, exposure mode and the focal length of the lens.

Exposure Warning

The Exposure Warning tool highlights areas of a captured image that are

overexposed. Tap the Exposure Warning tool to display any burned out areas of an image with a (default red) color overlay. Tap the Exposure Warning tool again to remove this overlay from view.

Long press the Exposure Warning to alter the Tool’s settings. Users can choose to set the Exposure Warning to ﬂash on the overlay and on the tool. The Highlight level can be changed to make it more or less sensitive. The color of the warning can also be altered to one of nine colors to help it stand out against a captured image.

The Exposure Warning overlay is seen in both full screen and zoomed in enlarged views. It ﬂashes to indicate areas that may be overexposed. Go back to the Exposure Warning tool to deactivate the overlay.

7.0 Settings Menu

The Settings Menu can be accessed by tapping the lower left button on the Home screen.

The Settings Menu can be navigated by using the touchscreen functionality and by swiping from screen to screen.

Long press the upper left Home soft button to exit the Settings Menu mode at any time.

This section explains the function of each Settings Menu option. All the options in the Settings Menu section have a default setting so that a Leaf Credo back is ready to use, straight out of the box. But the Settings Menu has numerous options that can be used to conﬁgure the setup of the Leaf Credo back to your speciﬁc needs. Some options have submenus that are indicated by three dots on the right side as shown in the Power Management menu (left).

7.1 Camera Settings (Custom Functionality)

Pages 72 - 79 deal with the Mamiya 645DF+. Skip to the next section on page 80 if you are using your Credo on a different camera.

The Leaf Credo back enables users to set up custom camera settings for use with a Mamiya 645DF+ camera. Access the custom functionality via Home Screen > 645DF. The 645DF menu option is only present on Mamiya mount Leaf Credo backs. The 645DF+ needs to be switched on to access this menu.

Go to page 101 for more information about the 645DF+ custom functions.

7.1.1 Setup C1, C2 or C3

Select Setup C1, C2 or C3 and choose the desired camera exposure, AF and light meter settings as detailed from 7.3 to 7.5.

7.1.2 Exposure Program

Choose either the X Mode, P (Program), Av (Aperture Value), Tv (Time Value), or M (Manual) Exposure Program that you want to use.

Go to page 25 to ﬁnd out more about the 645DF+ exposure modes.

7.1.3 AF Area

Select one of the four AF Area settings. The 645DF+ has three AF points that can be selected individually. The Auto mode (also referred to as Multi Area Focus) locks on to the object closest to the camera if multiple objects are located within the focus frame.

Go to page 28 to ﬁnd out more about the 645DF+ AF Area modes.

7.1.4 Light Metering

Select one of the three Light Metering modes. The 645DF+ has Average, Center-weighted and Spot metering.

Go to page 34 to ﬁnd out more on the 645DF+ Light Metering modes.

7.1.5 Custom Function Set

Assign the letter A, B or C to the chosen exposure mode settings in the Custom Function Set menu.

Note: It is possible to see the selected Exposure modes settings from the Setup C1, 2, 3 menu without having to go into the next menu option.

7.1.6 Setup Custom A, B or C

The Setup Custom menu enables users to adjust and select 19 camera parameters to attain a precise custom camera set-up. Select either A, B or C.

7.1.7 EV Step

Choose the size of increment adjustments concerning the shutter speed, f-number and exposure compensation value.

For example, choose 1/1 Step to adjust the aperture value in full f-stop increments as follows: f2.8, f4, 5.6, f8, f11, f16, f22 etc. Alternatively, choose 1/3 Step to change the aperture setting in smaller increments as follows: f2.8, f3.2, f3.5, f4, f4.5, f5, f5.6, f6.3, f7.1, f8, f9, f10, f11, f12,

f14, f16 and so on.

7.1.8 Lens Change

Choose the desired aperture setting option when a lens is changed on the 645DF+ body. The Last Aperture option adjusts the new lens aperture to the same setting as the previously used lens when it was removed. The Min Aperture setting opens the aperture to its fastest setting e.g. f2.8. The Max aperture choice automatically sets the new

lens to its smallest setting e.g. f22.

7.1.9 Sleep Timer

The Sleep Timer menu has three settings that put the camera body into sleep mode after either 15, 30 or 60 seconds of inactivity after the camera power has been switched on (via the Drive Dial). This sleep function helps prolong the camera’s battery life. Half or full press the camera’s shutter button to wake the camera. Select the Disabled option to ensure the camera remains permanently on while the Drive Dial is set to S, C or M.UP.

7.1.10 Battery Type

The Mamiya 645DF+ can be powered by three different battery types. Select the battery type that you want displayed on the external LCD panel to ensure the remaining battery charge is correctly displayed.

7.1.11 Bracketing

Select 3, 5 or 7 Exposures as the bracketing width for the auto bracketing setting. Bracketing has to be activated via the 645DF+ camera body controls.

7.1.12 Front/Rear Dial

Swap the function of the front and rear dials when the 645DF+ camera is used in Manual exposure mode (M). Select Tv/Av to assign the front dial to adjust the shutter speed (Tv = Time value) and the rear dial to the

Aperture value (Av). The Av/Tv reverses the aforementioned settings.

7.1.13 Rear Dial in P mode

Assign which dial is used to alter the shutter and aperture value when shooting in Program (P) exposure mode. Select Enable to use the rear dial in P mode. Select Disable to activate the front dial.

Go to page 26 for more information about the Program exposure mode.

7.1.14 Dial Direction

Choose whether the front and rear exposure dials increase or decrease the shutter speed, f-number and exposure compensation when rotated in a clockwise (CW) direction.

7.1.15 AEL/AFL button

Swap the operations of the front and rear AEL (Auto Exposure Lock) and AFL (Auto Focus Lock) buttons. Find out the location of these buttons on page 17.

7.1.16 Release Button

Set the AE Lock and AF operations when the shutter release button is half-pressed. Select one of the following options:

AF: Activate Auto Focus.

AF & AE: Activate Auto Focus and Auto Exposure Lock.

Only Release: Disable the half-press functionality.

7.1.17 AEL

Assign the function of the AEL button. The AEL button can lock AE (Auto Exposure) in one of the following ways:

One Shot: Press the AEL button once for the next single exposure to have the locked setting. This locked exposure setting is released after the shutter is triggered.

Continuous: Press the AEL button once and all subsequent captures are exposed with the locked AEL setting until the AEL button is pressed again.

While Pressed: The AE setting is locked while the AEL button is pressed.

Note: The AEL functionality is not applicable when the camera is used in Manual (M) mode.

7.1.18 AFL

Set the function of the AF Lock button with one of the following options:

While Pressed: Press the AFL to lock focus once.

AF operation: This activates AF every time the AFL button is pressed. (It performs the same operation as half-pressing shutter button).

Continuous: Locks AF until the AFL button is pressed again.

7.1.19 M-Mode AEL

Assign the AEL button to automatically set an aperture or shutter value when using M (Manual mode). Ensure that the AEL button is pressed for at least 2 seconds to get an aperture or shutter value. Select one of the following options:

Shutter Speed: A recommended shutter speed is set when the AEL button is pressed. The aperture setting remains unchanged.

Aperture: A recommended f-number is set when the AEL button is pressed. The shutter speed setting remains unchanged.

No operation: This option disables the AEL button in Manual (M) mode.

7.1.20 AF Assist Light

The AF Assist Light automatically functions to help the performance of Auto Focus (AF) when shooting in low ambient lighting conditions. The AF Assist Light can be switched off from this menu. (The AF Assist Light is likely to be switched off when a ﬂash with its own AF Assist lamp is used with the 645DF+ camera).

7.1.21 Flash Sync

The Flash Sync (synchronization) can be altered to ﬁre at the beginning (First Curtain) or the end (Second Curtain) of an exposure. The First Curtain mode is the default setting as it is the most commonly used.

7.1.22 Beep

Choose when an audio beep is made from the Mamiya 645DF+ camera body. Select one of the following options:

On (AF): A beep is made when the Auto Focus is set.

On: A beep is made when the Auto Focus is set or when any button is

pressed on the 645DF+ camera.

Off: The beep sound is disabled.

7.1.23 Shutter in Tv/Av/P

This menu is only applicable when a Mamiya 645DF+ camera is used in either Tv, Av or P exposure modes with a leaf shutter lens. Select one of the following options:

Mixed: The leaf shutter range from 1 second to 1/1600th second is selected. Shutter speeds above and below this range use the focal plane shutter. Flash synchronization is possible on all leaf shutter speeds.

Leaf: Shutter speeds are limited to a leaf shutter range from 1 second to 1/1600th second. Flash synchronization is possible on all shutter speeds.

Focal Plane: Shutter speeds range from 1 minute up to 1/4000th second. Flash synchronization is only possible from 1/60th to 1/125 second. (Depending on the ﬂash being used).

Note: The LCD screen on the Mamiya 645DF+ either displays an LS (Leaf Shutter) or FS (Focal Shutter) icon to correspond to the shutter speed or custom camera setting.

7.1.24 Shutter in M/X

This menu is applicable when a Mamiya 645DF+ camera is used in either M or X exposure modes with a leaf shutter lens. Using the X (ﬂash synchronization) mode limits the shutter speed range from 1/60th second to 1/125 second irrespective of the selected (Mixed, Leaf or Focal Plane) mode. Select Manual (M) mode and select one of the following options:

Mixed: The leaf shutter range from 1 second to 1/1600th second are selected. Shutter speeds above and below that range use the focal plane shutter. Flash synchronization is possible on all leaf shutter speeds.

Leaf: Shutter speeds are limited to a leaf shutter range from 1 second to 1/1600th second. Flash synchronization is possible on all shutter speeds.

Focal Plane: Shutter speeds range from 1 minute up to 1/4000th second. Flash synchronization is only possible from 1/60th to 1/125 second. (Depending on the ﬂash being used).

Note: The LCD screen on the Mamiya 645DF+ either displays an LS (Leaf Shutter) or FS (Focal Shutter) icon to correspond to the shutter speed or custom camera setting. Selecting a shutter speed outside of the leaf shutter range forces the camera to switch to the focal plane

shutter.

7.1.25 AF priority

Select one of the following AF (Auto Focus) priority options:

Speed: This mode is ideal when capturing moving subject matter.

Accuracy: This the default setting. It is particularly recommended when

the Mamiya 645DF+ is used with a lens with a long focal length.

7.1.26 Active Custom Set

Select the desired Custom Set for use.

7.1.27 Restore to Default

Select Restore to Default to clear and reset all the current custom settings to the default. Warning! This cannot be undone once selected.

7.1.28 About System

This menu screen displays the camera and lens ﬁrmware being used. Remember to check the camera ﬁrmware number against the latest version. Go to www.mamiyaleaf.com/ﬁrmware.asp to get the latest ﬁrmware for the 645DF+ camera and Leaf Credo back.

7.2 Power Management

The Power Management menu option has three criteria to help preserve battery life and help keep operating temperatures low when working in hot conditions.

Display Off Time

Switch off the Credo’s display screen after 5 seconds, 20 seconds, 1 minute or 5 minutes. The display can also be set to remain permanently on while the Credo is in operation with the Always On option.

Battery Charging

The Leaf Credo back has an integrated battery charger to ensure that the battery is charged when shooting tethered via a USB or FireWire connection. This function can be switched off or set to Slow or Fast. The Slow and Off settings should be chosen to preserve the battery life of a laptop when shooting tethered.

Note: The battery only charges via a USB or FireWire connection when the Leaf Credo back is switched on. Only after it has been switched on,

does it continue to charge when it is turned off.

Auto Power Down

Auto Power Down determines the amount of time before the Leaf Credo back shuts down, when there is no activity. Choose 1 minute, 5 minutes, 30 minutes, 2 hours or deactivate this function by selecting Off.

Press the Power button to switch on and restart the Leaf Credo back after it has shut down.

7.3 Format Card

Select Format Card to erase all data on a memory card. Memory card formatting is done in either FAT 16 or FAT 32 depending on card size. (Leaf Credo backs support CompactFlash cards formatted in both FAT 16 and FAT 32).

7.4 Check Disk

A disk check is performed on every memory card that is inserted into the Leaf Credo back. Mamiya Leaf recommends leaving this feature turned on, to maximize data security on memory cards. This feature can be deactivated in this menu. Read more about the Mamiya Leaf Secure Storage System on page 52 of this User Guide.

7.5 Storage Mode

Storage Mode allows users to conﬁgure how a Leaf Credo back stores image captures. Auto is the default storage setting and it detects and automatically stores image ﬁles to a memory card if it has been inserted in the Leaf Credo back.

If the Leaf Credo back is being used in tethered mode, it stores image ﬁles directly to the computer via the connected FireWire 800 cable. The FireWire has priority if a card is in the Leaf Credo back at the same time as it is connected by FireWire to a computer.

Note: The Leaf Credo back can be forced to shoot to either CompactFlash or via a FireWire 800 cable to a computer by selecting CF or FireWire respectively. An Error Message appears on the Credo screen if the Leaf Credo back is not tethered to a computer and the Credo card slot is empty.

7.6 File Format

A Leaf Credo back can save ﬁles in two different Raw formats; IIQ L and IIQ S. IIQ stands for Intelligent Image Quality Raw. IIQ L is the default setting and it is a lossless capture format. IIQ S is a smaller ﬁle that is not a totally lossless format. An IIQ L ﬁle is approximately 1/3 the size of a processed TIFF.

An IIQ S ﬁle is approximately 1/5 the size of a processed TIFF.

7.7 Camera Mode

There are two primary choices in the Camera Mode menu. Mamiya mount Leaf Credo backs have three choices. Select one of the following options:

Normal: The recommended default setting.

RZ67ProIID: This mode is designed to optimize the Leaf Credo back’s

operating performance with the Mamiya RZ67 Pro IID camera body.

7.8 Shutter Latency

The Credo’s CCD is put to sleep to reduce power consumption when it is not in use. The Credo needs to wake up before shooting and the timing

of this wake up signal is referred to as the Latency. The recommended setting is Normal Latency if the Credo is used with the Mamiya 645DF+. Only change to Zero Latency if you work on technical, large format cameras or certain manual cameras in special situations.

7.9 Image Orientation

The Image Orientation function sets and stores the orientation of all subsequently captured images. Select 0°, 80°, 180° or 270° to force the back to mark images as captured with that orientation. The Auto setting uses the back’s built in orientation sensor to determine the orientation at the moment of capture. Changing this setting does not affect how captured images are displayed on the LCD.

7.10 Auto Preview Mode

The Auto Preview option can be switched On or Off. Select On to revert to a Browse mode when shooting. Select Off to remain on the same display.

7.11 Display

The Display menu option has an option for Brightness, Display Off Time and Ready Beep.

Brightness

Set the brightness of the preview LCD screen to suit ambient viewing conditions. The default setting is 80% but in bright outdoor illumination this can be increased up to 100%. Users may choose to lower the Brightness when working in low light environments, such as a photographic studio.

Altering the Brightness setting only affects the brightness of the screen. It does NOT affect the Exposure Warning, Histogram and the exposure of captures.

Display Off Time

Switch off the Credo’s screen after 5 seconds, 20 seconds, 1 minute, 5 minutes. The display can also be set to remain permanently on while the Credo is in operation with the Always On option.

7.12 Ready Beep

The Leaf Credo back emits a small audio beep after every capture is taken. This Ready Beep signals that a capture has been completed, and that the Leaf Credo back is ready for the next shot.

The Ready Beep can be set to either None, Single or Multi. The default setting is Single. Multi is ideal for use in noisy surroundings. None deactivates the audio Ready Beep.

7.13 Date and Time

Set the Date and Time to your local time zone. The default Date and Time is GMT+1. Tap the screen and scroll through the numbers to attain the appropriate date and time. Tap the Set icon, which appears in the bottom of the screen to conﬁrm your entry. The time and date is applied to the EXIF data in all ﬁles captured with the Leaf Credo back.

If the Leaf Credo back has been without power for a long period of time, it automatically asks you to set the date and time when it is powered up.

7.14 Language

It is possible to change the default English language setting for the Credo user interface and menu system to one of six others including Italian, French, Japanese, Spanish, Chinese and German.

Note: If a language other than English is selected and not understandable to you, select the menu option with the ‘(L)’ to re-select the language (see example circled left).

7.15 Restore to Default

Select Restore to Default to restore the Credo unit back to its default factory settings. Tap OK to conﬁrm restore. Caution! All previous settings are lost.

7.16 Firmware

It is important to keep the Credo’s ﬁrmware up-to-date to ensure you get new features and remove any bugs or errors from previous ﬁrmware versions.

1. Download the latest ﬁrmware update from www.mamiyaleaf.com/ﬁrmware.asp

2. Transfer the ﬁrmware (.fwr) ﬁle to a CompactFlash (CF) card and insert it into the Credo’s CF card slot.

3. From the Home screen, select Settings.

4. Scroll to the fourth screen and select Firmware > Update Firmware. It is not possible to update the ﬁrmware unless the digital back battery is fully charged. A warning screen appears if the battery capacity is too low. Tap the arrow to install the ﬁrmware.

5. Ensure that the Leaf Credo back has been removed from the camera. A progress bar appears on screen during installation.

6. A conﬁrmation screen appears once installation is complete. The Leaf Credo back automatically restarts itself.

Restore Firmware

Select Restore Firmware to revert to the factory ﬁrmware version. (Camera settings are not affected).

Dump Log

Select Dump Log to transfer Log information to a CompactFlash card for analysis.

7.17 About

The About menu displays technical information about the hardware and embedded ﬁrmware in the Leaf Credo back. This is especially useful if support is needed or if you want to check if Mamiya Leaf is offering a newer ﬁrmware update. Make a note of the About menu contents (see left) before contacting your dealer or Mamiya Leaf Support.

Scroll to the additional screens to reveal internal technical data.

Scroll to the bottom of the screen to reveal Language version information.

Notice:

After taking pictures using the Exposure Compensation feature, be sure to return the exposure compensation dial to the 0 position.

The exposure compensation feature is available during AE locked operation.

The width of the exposure compensation step can be changed.

The maximum amount of the compensation can be set either at ±3 or ±5.

Exposure mode Exposure compensation display

P Program AE The set value is displayed Av Aperture Value Priority Tv Time Value Priority M Manual Mode The difference between the

metered value and the set

Exposure value is displayed

X Sync Mode Not displayed

9.0 Advanced 645DF+ Camera Functions

9.1 Exposure Compensation

In situations providing extreme high contrast, the resulting photograph may be under or overexposed. When this occurs, use the Exposure Compensation function. Exposure Compensation can also be used when you want to intentionally create overexposed or underexposed pictures.

Note: Creating an under or overexposed image can also be effectively achieved with the High Dynamic Range tool and Exposure tool in Capture One.

The exposure compensation dial icon:

1. Press the Exposure Compensation button A so that icon appears on the camera’s top LCD. When the front or rear dial is turned counterclockwise, the exposure is increased and when it is turned clockwise, it is decreased. The exposure compensation value can be checked on the external LCD or LCD inside the viewﬁnder.

2. After taking the pictures, press the Exposure Compensation button

again to return the exposure compensation value to 0. The exposure compensation value mark on the external LCD is cleared and the exposure compensation function is released.

Notice:

[ ] in the viewﬁnder LCD blinks to indicate the exposure is locked, when you continue to take the next picture in the AE lock mode.

If you turn the shutter release mode selector lever to the L (power OFF) position, or after elapse of one hour, the AE lock mode is automatically cancelled.

In the Manual M exposure mode, you cannot use the AE lock function.

When the difference between the metered value and the set value is displayed, press the AEL button A for approximately one second, and one-push shift function is activated. The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed.

9.2 AE Lock

The AE lock function is useful in a number of shooting scenarios, but is particularly useful when capturing panoramic images where a consistent exposure is needed to seamlessly stitch images together in post production.

The AEL button locks the Auto-exposure value as the photo is being recomposed.

1. Turn the shutter release mode selector lever to S or C.

2. Turn the exposure mode setting dial and select P, Av or Tv.

3. Focus on the subject for metering exposure, and press the AEL button on the rear of the grip. [ ] appears on the viewﬁnder LCD, indicating that the exposure value is locked.

4. Slide the camera to recompose the shot, and take the picture.

When you press and hold the AEL button the over/under exposure value is shown to the far right in the viewﬁnder LCD.

9.3 Metered-Value Difference Indicator

Keep pressing the AEL button A and the difference between the metered exposure value and the exposure of the new composition is displayed on the viewﬁnder LCD. This function can be used to see if an object of very different brightness levels can be properly photographed.

If the difference between the set value and the metered value exceeds

six EV, the viewﬁnder LCD blinks “– u –” for underexposure and “– o –” for overexposure.

By turning the front or rear dial in the AE lock mode, you can change the aperture and shutter speed value without changing the exposure value that is set when entered into AE lock mode.

In the P mode (Program AE) mode, turning either the front or rear dial shifts the program to PH and PL. When in Av (Aperture priority AE) or Tv (Shutter priority AE), turning one of the dials changes both the aperture and shutter speed values.

Notice:

The way to cancel the AE lock can be changed. C-11 AEL function

lock/unlock mode [AEL]

Half-pressing of the shutter release button can activate the AE lock mode. C-10 Release button [HALF]

The assignment of the AEL button and AFL button can be swapped by using

C-09 AEL & AFL button [AEFL]

Exposure compensation and autobracketing function can be used when the camera is in the AE lock mode in normal operation or with the mirror locked up.

Notice:

When you want to cancel the autobracketing mode, turn the rear dial from On to OF.

9.4 Auto Bracketing

Auto Bracketing can be used when it is difﬁcult to determine your exposure compensation value. This function automatically captures different exposure variations in succession. The bracketing margin can be selected as desired for shooting in Auto Bracketing mode.

Notice:

After multiple turns, the mark RP appears in the main LCD.

Repeat turning leads to a countdown being displayed on the main LCD and after taking a photo the camera returns to Auto Bracketing mode.

The setting for the Auto Bracketing is stored by pressing any other button or leaving the camera for ﬁve seconds.

Overexposure

Underexposure Bracketing Margin

Standard

Auto Bracketing Icon

Setting selection

1. Turn the Shutter Release Mode Lever to the S or C position. When set at the S position, you can shoot a single frame with each full press of the Shutter Release button. In the C mode, the camera takes a series of three frames successively with one press of the shutter release button.

2. Turn on Auto Bracketing by pressing the Auto Bracketing button A for approximately one second. The Auto Bracketing icon blinks on the top LCD panel. Turn the front dial (before this indicator times out) and change OF on the display to On.

3. When the shutter button is pressed in Auto Bracketing mode, the auto bracketing mark blinks on the LCD inside the viewﬁnder. The bracket step width is displayed and the Auto Bracketing icon also blinks.

4. To deactivate the bracketing function, press the Auto Bracketing set button A, turn the rear dial, set auto bracketing mode to OF, and release. Then press the Auto Bracketing set button A or half-press the shutter button to return to the normal display mode.

AE Settings Under Auto Bracketing Mode

Exposure Mode Setting P Av Tv M X

Notice:

When exposure compensation is initiated by pressing the exposure compensation button, shooting in Auto Bracketing mode is possible using the exposure value to which the exposure compensation value has been added.

Program AE Shutter speed varies

Aperture Priority AE Shutter speed varies

Shutter Priority AE Aperture varies

Manual Mode Shutter speed varies

X-sync mode No setting

Single-Frame Mode (S)

Press the shutter release button for each shot. The camera meters adequate exposure value for each shot and performs Auto Bracketing. The camera stays in the Auto Bracketing mode until you cancel the Auto Bracketing mode manually.

Continuous Mode (C)

By pressing the shutter release button once, the camera takes a series of three shots. With each full press of the shutter release button, the camera repeats auto bracketing. The standard (normal) exposure value is ﬁxed when you take the ﬁrst frame.

Cancelling Auto Bracketing

When you want to cancel the auto bracketing mode, turn the rear dial from On to OF.

Notice:

Auto bracketing exposures can be made when the auto bracketing mode is set before taking photos with mirror up.

After 10 seconds, mirror up photography is cancelled

The mirror returns to the original position if the lens is removed from the camera body

M.UP

9.5 Taking Photos with the Mirror Up

This function prevents mirror-caused vibrations which may blur an image when shutter speed is slow. An electromagnetic Cable Release RE401 (optional) is recommended for use with the mirror-up function.

1. Set the drive dial to M.UP.

2. Select S (Single focus mode) by turning the focus mode selector lever.

3. Turn the exposure dial to P, Av or Tv exposure mode.

4. Ensure the subject is in focus and that composition and exposure have been determined.

WARNING:

DO NOT point the lens at the sun while in Mirror Up mode. The sun’s intense light can scorch and damage the shutter curtain.

5. The mirror moves up when the shutter release button is fully pressed.

6. Press the shutter release button again to take pictures.

In the Manual Mode

Follow steps 1 through 3 of the above auto focusing steps and continue with the steps below.

4. Set the focus mode selector lever to M (Manual focus mode). Turn the lens-focusing ring to focus.

5. Determine the exposure, focusing and frame structure by pressing the shutter release button halfway while looking into the viewﬁnder.

6. Lock the mirror up by pressing the shutter release button.

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7. Press the shutter release button again to take pictures.

9.6 Mirror Up Delay

To change from the Self-timer to the Mirror Up setting, press the shutter button so the mirror goes into the upright position. Once the set

time has expired, the shutter releases, and the mirror returns to the lower position. Separately purchased electronic cable release RE401 can be used to eliminate camera shake.

When using autofocus, the operational method is the same as steps 1 to 3 when using M.UP and autofocus.

1-3 (reference steps 1-3 in the Mirror Up Autofocus method).

4. Press the Self-timer button and turn the front dial to ON.

5. Turn the rear dial to select the time needed. 0.5 seconds to 10 seconds allows for increases by the second, 10 to 90 seconds increases by 10 seconds per turn. For 2 to 10 minutes the value increases by the minute and 10 to 60 minutes increases by 10 minutes per turn.

6. Frame the subject through the viewﬁnder and half press the shutter button to ensure the focus and framing is correct.

7. Press the shutter button and the mirror goes to the upper position, then after the exposure the shutter releases and the mirror returns to

the lower position.

Electronic Shutter Release Contact

For Mirror Up, long exposure, or slow shutter shooting, use the magnetic cable release RE401 or the remote control RS402. The assisting release contact is to insert the cable.

Eyepiece Shutter

Close the eyepiece shutter when there is a strong light source behind the camera.

Notice:

As the camera is electronically controlled even during exposures, it is recommended to replace batteries before bulb exposure.

Notice:

Using tInE (Time) setting, the shutter opens and closes according to the number of times you press it.

tInE (Time) photography is electronically controlled so it is possible that the batteries drain quickly. If this happens, replace the batteries with new ones.

Notice:

When releasing the shutter, or pressing the backlight button A while the backlight is on, the backlight goes OFF.

Choose the time of display light.

C-03 Sleeptimer [HOLd]

9.7 Bulb Mode and Long Exposure

To make an exposure longer than 30 seconds, adjust the shutter speed to B (Bulb). In order to prevent camera shake, use the RE401 or RS402 electromagnetic shutter release and tripod.

1. Turn the exposure mode dial to M (Manual mode).

2. Turn the front dial to select bulb, then turn the rear dial to set the

aperture.

3. Determine the composition, focus and then take the picture. The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is pressed.

Setting Long Exposures

When photographing under normal conditions, the shutter speed can be adjusted for longer exposures.

Turn the front dial for shooting time settings. New time settings include 1, Bulb, tInE (Time), 2, 4, 8, 15, 30, 60.

9.8 Camera Display Light

Press the backlight button A to illuminate the top display to see it at night or in dark places.

The backlight goes on for approximately 20 seconds and turns off unless it is pressed again.

The backlight is lit for approximately another 10 seconds when operating the camera.

Notice:

The setting is stored after one second.

Dial lock can’t be set when the exposure mode is P (Program AE).

Even while dial lock is set, the front dial or rear dial can still be used to perform the various settings. (Dial lock is temporarily released.)

9.9 Front/Rear Dial Lock Mechanisms

When the Electronic Dial Lock is On, all currently set values in Av (Aperture Priority AE), Tv (Shutter Priority AE) and M (Manual mode) cannot be adjusted with the front or rear dials. This prevents accidental change of shutter speed or aperture values.

Press down the two lock buttons A and B at the same time for approximately one second, until the On indicator blinks.

To release the mode, hold down the same buttons until OF blinks.

is displayed on the main LCD to indicate that operation of the front

and rear dials is locked.

When the dial lock is ON, the shutter speed and aperture do not change even if you turn the front or rear dial.

A B

When you activate the electronic dial lock, and then operate the electronic dial, the dial lock indicator on the main panel blinks for three seconds to show that the electronic dial lock is functioning.

Notice:

To release the Self-timer while it is operating, turn off the power (by setting the drive dial to L)

9.10 Self-Timer Mode

The default setting for the Self-timer mode is to release the shutter 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. The Self-timer lamp ﬂashes slowly for the ﬁrst 7 seconds, and then ﬂashes quickly for the last 3 seconds before the shutter is released. This function can be used to avoid camera shake, to take group photos or for self-portraiture.

1. Mount the camera on a tripod.

2. Switch the shutter release mode selector to the (Self-timer mode).

3. Turn the front dial, and set the Self-timer mode to ON.

Notice:

In the Self-timer setting, put the drive dial to M.UP (mirror up) mode. If you choose to operate with mirror up and Self-timer, simply switch the drive dial to M.UP (mirror up) mode in the Selftimer setting.

4. Check the view by looking through the viewﬁnder. Make sure that

the focus is correct, press the shutter release button and the shutter is released after 10 seconds.

Changing the Self-Timer Duration

1. Press the Self-timer button to activate this function.

2. Turn the rear dial to change the duration of the Self-timer. 0.5 seconds to 10 seconds allows for increases by the second, while 10 to 90 seconds increases by 10 seconds per turn. For 2 to 60 minutes the increases are 10 minutes per turn.

Releasing Self-Timer mode

1. Press the Self-timer button to activate this function.

2. Turn the front dial to OF

Notice:

Repeat turning (according to the number of times) leads to a countdown appearing in the display.

After setting the interval photography, turn the drive dial to M.UP (mirror up mode) and you can operate in mirror up delay mode. While photographing in this setting the AEL is displayed on the main LCD.

When using auto bracketing, the interval function cannot be used at the same time.

9.11 Interval Photography

Interval photography can be used for a variety of shooting scenarios such as capturing cloud movements or a ﬂower coming into bloom.

1. Ensure the camera is ﬁrmly secured on a tripod.

2. Press the Self-timer button twice.

3. Turn the front dial to display interval mode as On.

4. Turn the rear dial to set the interval time. Settings include 0 seconds (no interval time), 1 to 10 seconds (increased by the second), 10 to 90 seconds (increased in units of 10 seconds), 2 to 10 minutes (increased by the minute) or 10 to 60 minutes (increased in units of 10 minutes per turn).

5. Turn the front dial to the repeat mode to select how many shots you want in your interval session, 1-10, or up to 60 in intervals of 10. If you want to make a motion ﬁlm of your session and need more images, try shooting tethered to a computer and set the interval to ON. The camera does a shot until you stop the session. Remember to ensure that there is enough free hard disk space on your computer.

6. Check the focus and framing in the viewﬁnder then press the shutter.

Cancelling Interval Mode

1. Press the interval mode button for interval mode.

2. Turn the front dial to OF

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9.12 Depth of Field

Depth of ﬁeld (DOF) is deﬁned as the zone of sharpness before and behind the plane of focus. It depends on distance to subject, focal length of lens, aperture setting and distance the lens is focused at.

In addition to visual observation via the depth of ﬁeld preview button,

When the aperture is open

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(the subject depth is small)

When the aperture is stopped down

(the subject depth is large)

the DOF can be determined by using the depth of ﬁeld scale on each lens. The f/stop numbers appear on both the right and left side of the white index mark in the center of the scale. Simply read the ﬁgures which appear above the f/stop numbers on the distance scale of the lens.

Depth of Field Preview Button

When the preview button is pressed in, the depth of ﬁeld for the aperture set on the camera can be checked by looking through the viewﬁnder.

After focusing, press the preview button. The diaphragm is stopped down to the set aperture.

Web Resources

http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/depth-of-ﬁeld.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depth_of_ﬁeld

Notice:

While operating the preview button, you cannot release the shutter

9.13 Infrared Photography

Infrared Photography is complicated when using digital backs, as the digital back is adjusted to match the viewable light perfectly.

Use a dedicated digital back for infrared photography. The Leaf Credo back needs to be adjusted to work properly for infrared photography. DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME!

– All corrections in this area must be done by Mamiya Leaf to ensure precision. If you remove the protective glass or make other physical adjustments on the back the warranty is immediately voided.

If you are considering Infrared Photography, contact your local Mamiya Leaf dealer for technical advice and pricing.

Infrared light has a slightly different area of sharpness compared to visible light, so when the distance is set on the lens, you should always manually correct sharpness to be in front of the red dot.

Notice:

You cannot take photos in AE modes when using an infrared back as the AE is based on visible light.

Do not use your camera’s light meter when photographing infrared, as the light meter is designed to measure visible light.

9.14 Custom Function

The custom functions can store three different camera set-ups. When at C-00, choose 1 (A), 2 (B), or 3 (C) to store a speciﬁc set of user function selections for the group of custom settings from C-01 to C-20.

The C-00 is set to 0 which is the settings used for the default set.

Setting Custom Functions

1. Turn on the power.

2. Turn the shutter release mode lever to the S or C position.

3. Turn the exposure mode dial to select CF (Custom Function mode).

4. Turn the rear dial to select the settings for user A, B, or C.

5. Turn the front dial to select the item you want to set.

Clear all Custom Functions

Set mode dial button to CF, then press +/- button for 5 seconds; this resets ALL Custom Functions to the factory default.

Setting Custom Functions to Default

1. By turning the exposure mode dial, CF (custom function mode) can

be selected.

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2. By turning the rear dial, user A, B or C can be selected.

3. Press and hold set button (for longer than 1 second) and settings for

A, B or C can be initialized, or the settings can be returned to default.

Note: Custom functions for the Mamiya 645DF+ and 645DF can easily be set up and controlled via the Credo digital back.

Mamiya Credo 1.2 User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1.0 Introduction

1.1 Warranty

1.2 Installation and Activation of Software

1.3 Activation

1.4 Screen Calibration

2.0 The 645DF+ Camera and Credo Digital Back System

2.1 Charging the Batteries for the Credo Digital Back

2.2 Batteries for Camera

2.3 Sleep Mode

2.4 Attach and Remove a Lens

2.5 Adjusting the Strap

2.6 Attaching the Leaf Credo Back

2.7 Parts of the Camera System

2.8 The Displays

2.9 Camera Display Abbreviations

2.10 The Buttons on the Back

2.11 LED Lights

2.12 Setting Date and Time

2.13 Setting Diopter

2.14 Eyepiece Shutter

3.0 Basic Functions

3.1 Setting ISO

3.2 Setting White Balance

3.3 Setting the Shutter Release, Focus, Exposure and Metering modes

3.4 Measuring Light – Exposure Metering

3.5 Focus Modes

3.7 Using Focus Lock and Infrared Focusing

3.8 Drive Dial

3.9 Exposure Modes

3.10 Flash Photography

3.11 Flash Compensation Settings

4.1 Quick Start (shooting untethered)

4.2 General Hardware Setup

4.3 Indicator Light

4.4 CF Card LED

4.5 Tethered and Untethered Operations

4.6 CompactFlash Card Usage

4.7 Secure Storage System (3S)

4.8 Formatting your Memory Card

5.1 Soft Buttons

5.2 Touchscreen Operation

5.3 ISO

5.4 White Balance

5.5 Custom White Balance

6.0 Browse Mode

6.1 Browse Mode Views

6.2 Dynamic Menu

6.3 Info Bar

6.4 Browse Mode Navigation

6.5 Zoom

6.6 Rating Images

6.7 Deleting Images

6.8 Deleting in Browse View

6.9 Grid

6.10 Tools

7.0 Settings Menu

7.1 Camera Settings (Custom Functionality)

7.1.1 Setup C1, C2 or C3

7.1.2 Exposure Program

7.1.3 AF Area

7.1.4 Light Metering

7.1.5 Custom Function Set

7.1.6 Setup Custom A, B or C

7.1.7 EV Step

7.1.8 Lens Change

7.1.9 Sleep Timer

7.1.10 Battery Type

7.1.11 Bracketing

7.1.12 Front/Rear Dial

7.1.13 Rear Dial in P mode

7.1.14 Dial Direction

7.1.15 AEL/AFL button

7.1.16 Release Button

7.1.17 AEL

7.1.18 AFL

7.1.19 M-Mode AEL