Leica Digital Camera 18485 User Manual

LEICA C

Instructions

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Table of contents

Using the [Setup] menu ...................... 54

[Clock Set]...................................................54

[World Time]................................................54

[Travel Date]................................................54

[Airplane Mode]...........................................54

[Beep]..........................................................54

[Speaker Volume]........................................55

[Cust.Set Mem.] ..........................................55

[Fn Button Set] ............................................55

[Control Ring Set]........................................55

[Monitor Display] / [Viewfinder]....................55

[Monitor Luminance]....................................56

[Composition Guide]....................................56

[Histogram]..................................................57

[Video Rec Area] .........................................57

[Remaining Disp.]........................................58

[Lens Resume]............................................58

[MF Assist]...................................................58

[Economy] ...................................................59

[Auto Review]..............................................60

[Self Timer Auto Off]....................................60

[No.Reset] ...................................................60

[Reset].........................................................61

[Reset Wi-Fi Settings] .................................61

[USB Mode].................................................61

[Output] .......................................................62

[HDTV Link].................................................62

[3D Playback]..............................................62

[Rotate Disp.] ..............................................63

[Version Disp.].............................................63

[Format].......................................................64

[Language] ..................................................64

[O.I.S. Demo.] .............................................64

Taking pictures

Switching between monitor and

viewfinder............................................. 66

Switching displays.............................. 67

Using reference lines to assist

composition ......................................... 68

Using the level gauge.......................... 70

Using the zoom lens............................ 71

Zoom functions............................................72

Using the built-in flash........................ 75

Close-up pictures ................................ 78

Focus range ................................................79

[Macro Zoom]..............................................80

Using Auto focus................................. 81

Face detection.............................................82

Automatically locking the focus on a

moving subject ............................................83

Focusing based on metering in 23 areas....84

Focusing on a small part of the frame.........84

Locking the exposure and/or

focus setting ........................................ 86

Manual focusing .................................. 87

Using the self-timer............................. 89

Exposure Compensation .................... 90

Picture series with automatically

changing exposures............................ 91

Aperture priority mode........................ 92

Shutter priority mode.......................... 93

Manual exposure mode....................... 94

Entering Text........................................ 65

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[Creative Control] mode...................... 96

[Expressive].................................................98

[Retro] .........................................................98

[Old Days] ...................................................98

[High Key]....................................................99

[Low Key] ....................................................99

[Sepia].........................................................99

[Dynamic Monochrome] ............................100

[Impressive Art] .........................................100

[High Dynamic]..........................................100

[Cross Process].........................................101

[Toy Effect] ................................................101

[Miniature Effect] .......................................102

[Soft Focus]...............................................103

[Star Filter].................................................103

[One Point Color].......................................104

Using the Face Recognition

function .............................................. 122

Registering face pictures ..........................124

Editing or deleting information about

registered persons ...................................125

Useful features for travel.................. 126

[Travel Date]..............................................126

[World Time] .............................................127

Using the [Rec] menu........................ 128

[Aspect Ratio]............................................128

[Picture Size].............................................128

[Quality].....................................................129

[Sensitivity]................................................130

[Extended ISO]..........................................131

[White Balance].........................................131

[AF Mode]..................................................133

[Quick AF]..................................................133

[Face Recog.]............................................133

[AF/AE Lock] .............................................133

[Metering Mode] ........................................134

[i.Exposure] ...............................................134

[Min. Shtr Speed] ......................................135

[i.Resolution] .............................................135

[Digital Zoom]............................................135

[Color Mode]..............................................136

[AF Assist Lamp] .......................................136

[Red-Eye Removal]...................................136

[Motion Deblur]..........................................137

[iHandheld Nite Shot] ................................137

[iHDR]........................................................137

[Stabilizer] .................................................137

[Date Stamp] .............................................138

[Clock Set].................................................138

[Panorama Shot] mode ..................... 105

[Scene Mode] ..................................... 108

[Portrait].....................................................109

[Soft Skin]..................................................109

[Scenery]...................................................109

[Sports]......................................................110

[Night Portrait] ...........................................110

[Night Scenery]..........................................110

[Handheld Night Shot]............................... 111

[HDR] ........................................................ 111

[Food]........................................................ 111

[Baby]........................................................112

[Pet]...........................................................112

[Sunset].....................................................112

[Starry Sky]................................................113

[Through window]......................................113

[3D Photo Mode] .......................................114

Registering your own settings in

Using the [Motion Picture] menu ..... 139

[Rec Format] .............................................139

[Rec Quality]..............................................139

[Still Picture Size] ......................................140

[Continuous AF].........................................140

[Wind Cut] .................................................141

[Custom] mode .................................. 115

[Cust.Set Mem.] ........................................115

[Custom]....................................................116

Registering preferred functions to

the [FN] button................................... 117

Changing the settings assigned to

the control ring ................................. 118

Exposure series function.................. 119

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Playback

Wi-Fi/NFC

Changing the picture information

Wi-Fi^®Function and NFC Function... 170

displays, etc....................................... 142

[Airplane Mode].........................................172

Playing back pictures recorded

What you can do with the

using the serial exposure function... 143

Wi-Fi function..................................... 173

Different playback methods ............. 145

Operating the camera using a

[2D/3D Settings]........................................145

smartphone ....................................... 174

Installing the smartphone/tablet app

“Leica C Image Shuttle” ............................174

Connecting to a smartphone/tablet ...........175

Connecting to a smartphone using

NFC function .............................................177

Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet

(remote recording).....................................179

Saving pictures in the camera to the

smartphone ..............................................180

Sending pictures in the camera to social

networking services...................................183

Sending location information to the

Selecting pictures to play back........ 146

Selecting according to picture type ...........147

Selecting a picture according to category

or a person in the picture ..........................148

Selecting according to the recording

date ...........................................................149

Selecting favorite pictures.........................149

Playing back pictures in order

automatically...................................... 150

Searching by recording date............ 152

Retouching pictures.......................... 153

[Auto Retouch] ..........................................153

[Creative Retouch] ....................................154

camera from a smartphone/tablet .............184

Operating the camera to send pictures

to a smartphone or tablet ..........................185

Using the [Playback] menu............... 156

[Location Logging].....................................156

[Title Edit] ..................................................158

[Text Stamp] ..............................................159

[Retouch]...................................................160

[Video Divide]............................................161

[Resize] .....................................................162

[Cropping]..................................................164

[Favorite] ...................................................165

[Print Set] ..................................................166

[Protect].....................................................167

[Face Rec Edit]..........................................168

[Copy]........................................................169

About connections............................ 190

Connecting at home

(through a network)...................................191

Connecting when you are out

(direct connection).....................................194

Connecting quickly with the same

settings as used previously

([History Connection]/

[Favorite Connection])...............................195

Settings for sending pictures.....................198

[Wi-Fi Setup] menu............................ 200

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Connecting to other devices

Miscellaneous

Viewing on a TV screen .................... 201

HDTV Link (HDMI) ....................................203

Viewing 3D still pictures ............................205

Monitor/Viewfinder displays............. 217

In recording ...............................................217

In playback................................................220

Message displays......................................222

Copying still and motion pictures

to a recorder....................................... 207

Copy by inserting the memory card into

the recorder...............................................207

Dubbing playback pictures via AV cable ...207

Troubleshooting ................................ 225

Usage cautions and notes................ 235

Leica service addresses................... 242

Using with your computer ................ 208

Copying the recorded image data to a

computer with the available software........209

Copying still and motion pictures ..............210

Printing............................................... 213

Printing multiple pictures...........................215

Printing with date and text.........................215

Making print settings on the camera .........216

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Preparations

Before use

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Camera handling

Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force,

or pressure.

Avoid using the camera under the following conditions,

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which may damage the lens, the monitor, the viewfinder,

or the camera body. This may also cause the camera to

malfunction or prevent recording.

• Dropping or hitting the camera against a hard surface

• Sitting down with the camera in your pants pocket or

forcing it into a full bag

• Hanging accessories on to the camera strap

• Exerting excessive force on the lens or the monitor

The camera is not dust or splash resistant, or

waterproof.

Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or

sand, or where the camera can get exposed to water.

Avoid using the camera under the following conditions,

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which present a risk that sand, water, or foreign material

may enter the camera through the lens or gaps around

buttons. Be especially careful because these conditions

may damage the camera, and such damage may not be

repairable.

• In extremely dusty or sandy places

• In the rain or by the shore, where the camera may be

exposed to water

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Condensation (When the lens, the monitor, or the viewfinder is fogged up)

Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to

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sudden changes of temperature or humidity. Avoid these

conditions, which may fog up the lens, the monitor, or the

viewfinder, cause mold, or damage the camera.

If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait

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about two hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts

to the surrounding temperature, the fogging will clear

naturally.

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Before use

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Always take a test shot first

Before important events when you intend to use the camera (at weddings, for example),

always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly.

No compensation for missed shots

Leica Camera AG cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the

camera or card prevent recording.

Carefully observe copyright laws

Unauthorized use of recordings which contain works with copyright for purposes other

than personal use is prohibited under copyright law. Recording of certain material may

be restricted even for the purpose of personal use.

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Also refer to “Usage cautions and notes” (→235)

Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, and other

information for your camera may differ from those in the illustrations and screens

provided in these instructions.

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Some parts of displays, for example some of the icons, may be omitted from screens

illustrated in these instructions.

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Recording mode icons

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In recording modes that show icons in black, you can select and execute indicated

menus and functions.

and

will differ depending on the recording modes registered under custom settings.

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Preparations

Scope of Delivery

Accessories

Order No.

Rechargeable battery

C-TWIST

(wraparound)

BP-DC14-E

BP-DC14-U

18 535

18 536

light gold

18 784

18 785

dark red

(delivery differs

depending on markets)

C-SNAP (protector)

light gold

Battery charger/

AC adapter

18 786

18 787

dark red

ACA-DC11-U

ACA-DC11-K

ACA-DC11-E

ACA-DC11-B

ACA-DC11-A

ACA-DC11-C

423-106.001-003

423-106.001-004

423-106.001-005

423-106.001-006

423-106.001-007

423-106.001-008

C-CLUTCH

light gold

18 788

18 789

dark red

C – Case

Leather, black

C – Bag

18 790

18 791

(delivery differs

depending on markets)

soft leather, black

Wrist straps

Alcantara, light gold

Alcantara, dark red

Mini tripod

Wrist strap

423-068.801-015

423-112.001-016

423-112.001-010

423-105.001-010

18 792

18 793

14 320

14 100

CD with instr. PDFs

USB cable

AV cable

Tabletop tripod

Button template for

Canada / Taiwan

423-112.001-018/-020

(only with camera

models: 18 485/-486/

-489/-490)

Ball and Socket head 14 110

Short instructions

Guarantee Card

93 512 -516

(delivery differs

depending on markets)

439-399.100-026

Notes:

• Memory cards are optional. You can record or play back pictures to/from the internal

memory when you are not using a card.

• SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are referred to as memory cards or cards in these

instructions.

• Check that all items belonging to the scope of delivery are included before using the

camera.

• Depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased, the items and

their shape may differ from the descriptions and illustrations in these instructions.

• Always keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.

• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.

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Names of the components

Mode dial (→25)

Use to select the recording mode.

Flash (→75)

Self-timer indicator (→89) /

AF Assist Lamp (→136)

Lights up/flashes when the self-timer is used or

when the Auto Focus function is operated in dark

locations.

Control ring (→27)

Allows controlling different (previously selected)

functions during recording such as changing the

focal length.

Lens

Lens barrel

Microphones (→26, 40)

(Top)

Zoom lever (→71)

Use change the focal length / enlarge or minimize

a subject.

[OFF/ON] button

Use to turn the camera on and off.

Shutter button

(Bottom)

Speaker (→55)

Card/Battery door (→14, 19)

Open to insert and remove card and/or battery.

Lock/release slider (→14, 19)

Tripod thread (→237)

Do not attach to a tripod using screws longer than 5.5mm / ⁷/³²″.

Doing so may damage the camera.

The illustrations and screens in these instructions may differ from the actual camera.

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Names of the components

[LVF] button (→66)

Viewfinder (→66)

Use to switch between viewfinder and monitor

display.

[WIFI] button (→171)

Charging lamp (→15) /

Wi-Fi^®connection lamp (→171)

• Charging in progress: Red

• When the Wi-Fi function is ON: Blue

Motion picture button (→40)

Use to record motion pictures.

Strap eyelet (→12)

Playback button

Use to select recording or playback mode.

[FN] button

(→117)

Use to call

up registered

functions.

[HDMI] socket (→201, 203)

Do not connect any other cables

except a HDMI micro cable. Doing

so may cause malfunction.

[DISP] button

[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket

(→201, 210, 213)

This socket is also used when

charging the battery. (→15)

(→67, 142)

Use to change display

sets.

[Q MENU/ ] / [ ] button

Use to display the Quick Menu (→28) and

erase pictures (→50).

[Wi-Fi] antenna

Diopter adjustment wheel (→66)

Turn to adjust viewfinder image sharpness.

Monitor (→55, 56, 217)

NFC antenna (→177)

The illustrations and screens in these instructions may differ from the actual camera.

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Names of the components

Cursor buttons/Control dial

[MENU/SET] button

• Use to display the menus, enter

the settings, etc. (→52)

Up cursor button ( )

• Exposure Compensation (→90)

Right cursor button ( )

Left cursor button ( )

• Macro recording (→78, 80),

Manual Focus (→87)

• Flash mode (→75)

Control dial

• Turn to select setting items and

change setting values.

Down cursor button ( )

• Drive Mode (Burst (→119),

Auto Bracket (→91),

Self-timer (→89))

In these instructions, the button to be used is indicated by

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Attaching the wrist strap

We recommend using the supplied wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera.

Strap eyelet

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Charging the battery

Always use dedicated equipment such as the supplied charger/AC adapter, USB

cable, and battery for this camera.

• Always charge before first use! (the battery is shipped uncharged)

• The battery can only be charged while it is in the camera.

Camera status

Switched off

Switched on

Charging takes place

Yes

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About batteries that you can use with this camera

It has been found that counterfeit batteries which look very similar to the

genuine product are available in some markets. Some of these batteries are

not adequately equipped with internal protection to meet the requirements

of appropriate safety standards. Using such batteries may lead to fire or

explosion. Please be advised that Leica Camera AG is not liable for any

accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery. To

ensure that safe products are used we urgently recommend to use only the

Leica battery BP-DC14 (→9).

Power supply

The camera can be used while the battery is being charged, i.e. when switched on, the

camera is powered directly via the USB cable-/AC adapter-/electrical outlet connection.

• The battery may get drained during recording. If it does, the camera will switch itself

off.

• The camera can only be switched on with an inserted battery.

• Switch off the camera before connecting or disconnecting the charger/AC adapter.

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Charging the battery

[OPEN] [LOCK]

Inserting the battery

To charge the battery, insert it into the camera.

Move the lock/release slider to

the [OPEN] position and open

the card/battery door

lock/release slider

Insert the battery all the way

• Push it in until it is locked by the latch.

Close the card/battery door

Latch

• Move the lock/release slider to the

[LOCK] position.

Make sure to insert the battery

in the correct orientation.

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To remove the battery

Move the latch in the card/battery

compartment in the direction of the arrow.

Use only the Leica battery BP-DC14 (→9).

If you use other batteries, Leica Camera AG cannot guarantee this camera’s

performance.

Remove the battery from the camera after use.

• Keep the battery in a plastic container, making sure that it is kept away from metallic objects

(such as clips) when carrying or storing it.

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To remove the battery, turn the camera off and wait until the Leica logo on the screen

disappears. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage

the card or recorded data.)

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Charging the battery

We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10°C

and 30°C (50°F to 86°F) (temperature conditions also apply to the battery itself).

Make sure that the camera is turned off.

Charger/AC adapter

Align the marks ( to

and insert the plug.

)

Charging lamp

USB cable

• Always make sure the plug is aligned correctly

and hold it straight to insert or remove it.

(If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction,

the pins may be bent and cause faulty

operation.)

Computer

Getting ready:

Turn on the computer.

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Charging the battery by connecting the camera to the electrical outlet

Connect the charger/AC adapter and the camera using the USB cable, and plug the AC

adapter into the electrical outlet.

• Charging must only be done indoors.

Charging the battery through the computer

Connect the camera to a computer using the USB cable.

It may not be possible to charge the battery from some computers depending on their

specifications.

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If the computer enters sleep mode during charging, charging may be stopped.

If a notebook computer that is not connected to an electrical outlet is connected to the

camera, the battery of the notebook computer will be depleted. Do not leave camera

and notebook connected for a long period of time.

Always connect the USB cable to the USB socket on your computer.

Do not connect it to the USB socket of a monitor, keyboard, printer, or USB hub.

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Charging the battery

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Charging lamp indications

On:Charging in progress (Red)

Off: Charging completed (After charging stops, disconnect the camera from the

electrical outlet or your computer.)

Notes on charging time

Charging time

approx. 160 min

• The charging time indicated above is the case when the battery is completely

depleted. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery

usage. Charging takes longer in cases when temperatures are either high or low and

when the battery has not been used for a long time.

• The time required for charging through a computer varies depending on its

specifications.

Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one (→9). Doing so may cause

malfunction of the camera.

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Do not use any other chargers/AC adapters except the supplied one.

Do not use a USB extension cable.

The supplied charger/AC adapter and the USB cable are dedicated accessories of

this camera. Do not use them for other devices.

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If there is any trouble related to the electrical outlet (i.e. power failure), charging may

not be completed properly. Disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it to the camera.

If the charging lamp does not light up or if it flashes even when the camera is properly

connected to the charger/AC adapter or your computer, charging has been put in

pause status because the temperature is not in the appropriate range for charging.

This is not a malfunction. Reconnect the USB cable and retry charging in a place

where ambient temperature is 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) (temperature conditions

also apply to the battery itself).

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Charging the battery

Battery capacity

When using the camera, the remaining battery capacity is displayed.

Battery capacity

(flashes red)

If the battery symbol flashes red, recharge or replace the battery.

Guidelines for the number of recordable pictures and operating time

The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to

surrounding environment and usage conditions. Figures may be reduced if flash, zoom,

or other functions are used frequently, or in colder climates.

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Recording still pictures (When using the monitor)

Number of recordable pictures

Recording time

approx. 250 pictures

approx. 125 min

By CIPA standard

Recording conditions by CIPA standard

CIPA is an abbreviation of “Camera & Imaging Products Association”.

• Program mode

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• Temperature: 23°C (73.4°F)/Humidity: 50% RH when the monitor is on.

• Using an SDHC Memory Card.

• Using the supplied battery.

• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When [Stabilizer] is set

to [ON])

• Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash output every second recording.

• Zooming from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.

• Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the

battery decreases.

The number is reduced if the intervals are longer (e.g. to approx. one quarter for

2-minute intervals under the above conditions).

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Charging the battery

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Recording motion pictures (When using the monitor)

[Rec Format]

[AVCHD]

[FHD]

[MP4]

[Rec Quality]

[FHD]

Available recording time

Actual available recording time

approx. 70 min

approx. 30 min

approx. 80 min

approx. 35 min

The time you can actually record when repeatedly turning the camera on and off, starting and

stopping recording and using the lens’ zoom function.

Recording conditions

• Temperature 23°C (73.4°F), humidity 50% RH

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Remaining time for continuous recording is displayed on the screen

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• The recording time for a single motion picture take is limited to 29 minutes or

approx. 4 GB except in the case of the camera models 18 485/-486/-487/-489/

-490/-491, which allow longer recording times when [Rec Quality] of [AVCHD]

motion pictures is set to [HD].

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Viewing pictures (When using the monitor)

Playback time

approx. 150 min

The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to

the surrounding environment and usage conditions.

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If the available battery power is significantly reduced, the battery is reaching the end

of its lifespan. Please purchase a new battery.

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Inserting and removing the memory card

• Make sure that the camera is turned off.

[OPEN] [LOCK]

Move the lock/release slider to the

[OPEN] position and open the card/

battery door

lock/release slider

Insert the card all the way

• Push it in down until it clicks into place.

Close the card/battery door

• Move the lock/release slider to the [LOCK]

position.

Make sure the orientation of the

card is correct

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To remove the card

Do not touch the terminals on

the back of the card.

Push it further down until

it clicks, then pull it out

upright

Push

Pull out

Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

To remove the card, turn the camera off and wait until the Leica logo display on the

monitor disappears. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may

damage the card or recorded data.)

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Saving your pictures

(to an inserted memory card or the built-in memory)

Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory

if not.

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Built-in memory (approx. 87 MB)

Pictures can be copied between cards and the built-in memory. (→169)

The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a

card.

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Compatible memory cards

The following SD standard-based cards can be used.

Type of Card

SD Memory Cards

Capacity

Notes

8 MB – 2 GB

4 GB – 32 GB

48 GB, 64 GB

• Can be used with devices compatible with the

respective formats.

• Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that

your computer and other devices support this type

of card.

SDHC Memory Cards

SDXC Memory Cards

• Use a card of SD Speed “Class 4” or higher for

recording motion pictures.

• Only the cards listed on the left with the given

capacities are supported.

SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds. Confirm the SD speed by

checking the card label or other card related materials.

(Example)

While the camera is accessing the card or the built-in memory (for an operation such

as picture writing, reading, deleting, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or

remove the battery, or the card, and, if connected to the mains through the charger/

AC adapter, do not interrupt this connection. Do not subject the camera to vibrations,

impact, or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and the

camera may no longer operate normally. If an operation fails due to vibration, impact

or static electricity, perform it again.

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Please reformat the card with this camera if it has already been

formatted with a computer or another device. (→64)

If the write-protect switch is set to “LOCK”, the card cannot be used to

record or delete pictures, and it cannot be formatted.

It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer

(as electromagnetic fields, static electricity, or faults may cause data

to be damaged).

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Switch

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Saving your pictures

Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)

The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card

capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card).

Estimated remaining number of pictures or recording time

(switch with [Remaining Disp.] (→58))

Displayed when no card is inserted

(pictures will be saved to the built-in memory)

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Recording picture capacity (still pictures)

[Picture Size]

Built-in memory

2 GB

380

32 GB

6260

64 GB

12670

21490

247150

12M

650

10620

162960

0.3M

460

10050

• When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, “+99999” is displayed.

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Saving your pictures

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Recording time capacity (motion pictures)

([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds”.)

When [Rec Format] is [AVCHD]

[Rec Quality]

2 GB

32 GB

64 GB

[FHD]

[HD]

14m00s

4h10m00s

8h26m00s

When [Rec Format] is [MP4]

[Rec Quality]

[FHD]

Built-in memory

2 GB

32 GB

64 GB

—

11m00s

22m00s

50m00s

3h22m00s

6h27m00s

6h50m00s

13h04m00s

28h46m00s

[HD]

[VGA]

2m00s

14h12m00s

• The time displayed in the table is the total time.

Remaining time for continuous recording is displayed on the screen

• The recording time for a single motion picture take is limited to 29 minutes or approx.

4 GB except in the case of the camera models 18 485/-486/-487/-489/-490/-491,

which allow longer recording times when [Rec Quality] of [AVCHD] motion pictures is

set to [HD].

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Preparations

Setting language, time, and date

The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.

• Disconnect the camera from the charger/AC adapter.

Press the [OFF/ON] button

The camera is turned on.

Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed

Press

to select the language, and then [MENU/SET]

• The [Please set the clock] message appears.

Press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute,

display order or time display format), and then

to set

• To cancel: Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

Press [MENU/SET] to set

Press [MENU/SET]

• To return to the previous screen: Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

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Setting language, time, and date

If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you order a photo shop

to print the picture, or when you stamp the date on the pictures with [Date Stamp] or

[Text Stamp].

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If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed.

Changing time settings

When resetting date and time, select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu.

• Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after the battery is removed,

provided a fully charged battery was inserted into the camera for 24 hours beforehand.

Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] or [Rec] menu

• For details about how to set the menu (→52)

Set the date and time (Perform steps

. (→23))

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Basic settings/operation

Press the [OFF/ON] button to turn on the camera

Set the mode dial to the desired recording mode

Make sure the dial is set exactly

to the click-stop position of the →

desired mode

For taking pictures with extended automatic

settings. (→29)

[Snapshot Mode]

For taking pictures with automatic exposure

control. (→38)

[Program AE] Mode

The exposure is determined by the

[Aperture-Priority] Mode automatically controlled shutter speed, based

on the manually set aperture value. (→92)

The exposure is determined by the

[Shutter-Priority] Mode

automatically controlled aperture value, based

on the manually set shutter speed. (→93)

[Manual Exposure]

Mode

The exposure is determined by the manually

set aperture value and shutter speed. (→94)

For taking pictures with previously registered

settings. (→115)

[Custom] Mode

[Panorama Shot] Mode

[Scene Mode]

For taking panorama pictures. (→105)

For taking pictures that match the scene being

recorded. (→108)

For taking pictures using different picture

[Creative Control] Mode effects such as [Dynamic Monochrome] or

[Miniature Effect]. (→96)

(Continued on the next page)

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Basic settings/operation

Aim the camera and shoot

Microphones

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Taking still pictures

Shutter button

Press the shutter button halfway to focus

Press the shutter button fully to take the

picture

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Recording motion pictures

Press the motion picture button to start

recording

Press the motion picture button again to stop

recording

Motion picture

button

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Holding the camera

• To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands

keeping your arms close to your body while

standing with your feet slightly apart.

• Do not touch the lens barrel.

Flash/AF Assist Lamp

Microphones

• Do not cover the microphones when recording

motion pictures.

• Do not cover the flash or the lamp. Do not look

at them from close range.

•

Make sure to hold the camera as still as possible

at the moment the shutter button is pressed.

Wrist strap

We recommend using the supplied wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera.

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Playing back pictures

Press the Playback button

During motion picture/panorama picture playback

Play/pause

View pictures (→44)

Stop

Press the [OFF/ON] button to turn off the camera

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Using the control ring

Using the control ring is an easy and convenient way to adjust several settings,

depending on the camera mode selected.

(In [Snapshot Mode])

Items that can be set by the control ring vary depending on recording modes.

Following are the pre-assigned settings.

Recording mode

[Snapshot Mode]

Setting

Step zoom (→74)

Program mode

ISO Sensitivity (→130)

Aperture value (→92)

Shutter speed (→93)

Aperture value (→94)

Aperture priority mode

Shutter priority mode

Manual exposure mode

[Panorama Shot] mode

[Scene Mode]

Different picture effects (→105)

Step zoom (→74)

[Creative Control] mode

Different picture effects (→96)

• The control ring can be used to change to your preferred settings. (→118)

• You can also perform operations with the control dial. (Some operations may differ

under certain recording conditions such as manual exposure mode.)

When Manual Focus is set, it is assigned to focus setting. (→87)

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Using the Quick menu

Using the Quick menu, you can change camera settings with the control ring.

Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

Press

to select menu items

• The menu and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording

mode.

Turn the control ring to change the setting

• You can also change settings with the control dial.

Press [MENU/SET]

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Snapshot mode

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Recording mode:

This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the

camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment.

Set to

([Snapshot Mode])

Take a picture

Focus display

(When the focus setting is

correct: illuminated

When the focus setting is

not correct or impossible:

flashes)

Press halfway to focus

Press fully to take the picture

Using the flash

Press to select

When

is selected, the optimum flash mode (

) is selected

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automatically depending on conditions.

When

is selected, the red-eye reduction function is activated.

is selected, slower shutter speeds may be used.

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Snapshot mode

Automatic Scene Detection

When set to this mode, the camera recognizes several typical subjects/scenes, and

makes optimum settings automatically.

Recognizes people

Recognizes children

Recognizes landscapes

Recognizes sunsets

Recognizes night scenes and people in them

(Only when

is selected)

Recognizes night scenes

Recognizes night scenes to be taken without a tripod.

Recognizes close-ups

The icon of the type of

scene detected

Reads subject movement to avoid blurring when the scene does

not correspond to any of the above.

¹When children (registered in the camera with Face Recognition mode) under 3 years old are

recognized.

²We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.

³When [iHandheld Nite Shot] is [ON].

Depending on recording conditions, different scene types may be determined for the

same subject.

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If the desired scene type is not selected, we recommend manually selecting the

appropriate scene mode.

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When

is detected, Face Detection mode is activated, and focus and

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exposure are adjusted for the recognized faces.

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About Backlight Compensation

Backlight compensation is automatically activated in [Snapshot Mode]. Backlight is a

situation in which the main subject is comparatively small and located in front of a bright

background. In such situations a normal exposure would render such subjects too dark.

When the camera detects backlight,

is displayed on the monitor. (Depending on the

conditions, backlighting may not be detected correctly.)

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Snapshot mode

Determining the extent of the area rendered sharply

You can also use [Snapshot Mode] to easily adjust the depth of field, i.e. which parts are

rendered sharply and which are not, as with [Aperture-Priority] mode.

Press

Turn the control ring to determine the extent of the depth of

field

• [AUTO] is displayed in the icon during automatic

adjustment.

• You can also make adjustments with

control dial.

and the

• To return to automatic adjustment:

Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

Focus condition

more depth of field

less depth of field

Press [MENU/SET] to finalize the setting

When you record motion pictures, the camera controls the aperture within the

appropriate exposure range, and the depth of field may not change for some subject

brightness levels.

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You can use [Snapshot Plus Mode] to adjust brightness and coloring. (→35)

If the camera is turned off or the recording mode is changed, the depth of field setting

returns to [AUTO].

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Snapshot mode

Happy color settings

When [Color Mode] is set to [Happy], pictures are recorded with vivid coloring.

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Settings

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor button/s to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select [Color Mode] and then [MENU/SET]

to select [Happy] and then [MENU/SET]

[Motion Deblur]

[Motion Deblur] automatically sets the optimum shutter speed in accordance with the

movements of the subject to minimize the subject blurring.

This mode is preset to [ON].

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Settings

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor button/s to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select [Motion Deblur] and then [MENU/SET]

to select either [ON] or [OFF] and then [MENU/SET]

When [Motion Deblur] is set to [ON],

The subject may be recorded with a lower resolution than that set.

appears on the screen.

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[iHandheld Nite Shot]

If a night scene is detected automatically while the camera is handheld, [iHandheld Nite

Shot] can create a still picture with less subject blurring and less noise by combining a

series of exposures.

This mode is preset to [ON].

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Settings

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor button/s to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select [iHandheld Nite Shot] and then [MENU/SET]

to select either [ON] or [OFF] and then [MENU/SET]

When the camera is fixed in place on a tripod or by other means, [iHandheld Nite

Shot] will not be identified.

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Snapshot mode

[iHDR]

When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject,

[iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to

create a single still picture rich in gradation.

This mode is preset to [ON].

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Settings

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor button/s to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select [iHDR] and then [MENU/SET]

to select either [ON] or [OFF] and then [MENU/SET]

This function is automatically activated only when

is displayed on the monitor.

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In the case that a single picture is going to be composed from an exposure series, a

message indicating that multiple pictures are to be recorded appears on the screen

and an exposure series is carried out. Note that serial recording will not take place if

the camera determines that it can compensate for the difference in contrast without

composing the picture from a series.

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The camera does not combine pictures in the following cases:

• When the magnification ratio exceeds the maximum optical zoom ratio

• [Burst] mode

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• When the flash fires

In the case of composition from an exposure series, moving subjects may be captured

in slightly different positions.

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Snapshot mode

AF Tracking

This function enables the camera to continue to focus and adjust the exposure even in

the case of moving subjects.

Press to set [AF Mode] to AF Tracking

• To cancel AF Tracking → Press

Aim the AF Tracking frame at the subject, and then press the

shutter button halfway to lock

• To cancel AF Lock: Press [MENU/SET]

AF Tracking frame

AF Lock successful: Yellow

AF Lock failed: Red

The optimal scene for the AF locked subject is automatically identified.

Face Recognition will be inactive while using AF Tracking.

Under certain recording conditions, such as when the subject is small or when it is

dark, [AF Tracking] may not operate correctly.

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When you press the shutter button halfway to activate AF lock, the AF Assist Lamp

will not turn on.

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Snapshot mode

[Snapshot Plus Mode]

When [Snapshot Plus Mode] is selected, you can easily adjust the brightness and

coloring, in addition to the depth of field, without compromising the user-friendly operation

of [Snapshot Mode].

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Switching to [Snapshot Plus Mode]

Use the [Snapshot Mode] menu to switch the mode.

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor button/s to select [Snapshot Mode] menu, and

then press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select [Snapshot Plus Mode], and then

[MENU/SET]

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Snapshot mode

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Adjusting brightness, coloring, and depth of field

Press

to select an item to set

Adjusts brightness.

Adjusts depth of field.

Adjusts coloring.

• [AUTO] is displayed in the icon during automatic adjustment.

Use the control ring to make adjustments

Brightness

Depth of field

Coloring

Underexposure (dark)

less

Overexposure (bright)

Warm colors

Cool colors

• You can also make adjustments with

and the control dial.

• To return to automatic adjustment: Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

Press [MENU/SET]

When you record motion pictures, the camera controls the aperture within the

appropriate exposure range, and the depth of field may not change for some subject

brightness levels.

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If the camera is turned off or the recording mode is changed, all settings return to

[AUTO].

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Snapshot mode

About [Snapshot Mode] setting items

Only the menu items which are displayed in [Snapshot Mode] can be set.

The settings selected in the [Program AE] or other modes will reflect on the menu items in

the [Setup] menu that are not displayed.

The settings for the following items are different from other recording modes:

• [Picture Size] and [Color Mode] on the [Rec] menu

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• [Beep] on the [Setup] menu ([Beep Level] and [Shutter Vol.] only)

The settings for the following functions are fixed:

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[Setup] menu

• [Fn Button Set]: [Composition Guide]

• [Auto Power Off]: [5MIN.]

• [Control Ring Set]: [Step Zoom]

• [Auto Review]: [2SEC]

[Rec] menu

• [Sensitivity]:

• [AF Mode]:

• [Metering Mode]:

• [Quality]:

• [White Balance]: [AWB]

• [Quick AF]: [ON]

[Fine]

[Face Detection]

[Multi Metering]

• [i.Resolution]: [i.ZOOM]

• [Red-Eye Removal]: [ON]

• [i.Exposure]: [ON]

• [AF Assist Lamp]: [ON]

• [Stabilizer]: [ON]

(23-area-focusing) when a face cannot be recognized

[Motion Picture] menu

• [Continuous AF]: [ON]

• [Wind Cut]: [AUTO]

The following functions cannot be used:

[Histogram], [Video Rec Area], [Exposure Comp.], [Auto Bracket], [WB Adjust.],

[Min. Shtr Speed], [Digital Zoom]

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Program mode

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Recording modes:

The camera automatically sets both shutter speed and aperture value according to the

brightness of the subject.

You can change various settings in the [Rec] menu.

Set to ([Program AE] mode)

Take a picture

Press halfway to focus

Press fully to take the picture

If a warning is displayed about camera shake, use

[Stabilizer], a tripod, or [Self Timer].

If aperture and shutter speed are shown in red, you

will not get an appropriate exposure. You should

either use the flash, change [Sensitivity] settings or

set [Min. Shtr Speed] to a slower speed.

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Camera

shake alert

display

Aperture value Shutter speed

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Automatic focusing (AF)

When [AF Mode] is set to

(1-area-focusing), the subject parts targeted with the AF

frame will determine the focus setting. If a subject you want to record is not in the center,

follow the steps below.

First adjust focus according to subject

Aim the AF frame at

the main subject

Focus display

(When the focus setting is correct:

illuminated

When the focus setting is not correct or

impossible: flashes)

Press down halfway

and hold

AF frame

(When the focus setting is correct: green

When the focus setting is not correct or

impossible: red)

Return to desired composition

Press fully

AF frame

Subjects/environments which may make focusing difficult:

• Fast-moving or extremely bright objects, or objects with no color contrast.

• Taking pictures through windows or near objects emitting light.

• In the dark, or with significant camera shake.

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• When too close to an object or when both distant and close objects are contained

within the AF frame.

Focus display

The focus display flashes and a beep sounds when the focus

setting is not correct or impossible.

Use the setting range displayed in red as a reference.

Even if the focus display is lit, the camera may be unable to

bring the subject into focus if it is out of range.

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The AF frame display may be larger depending on recording

conditions such as dark locations or the zoom ratio.

Focus range

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Taking motion pictures

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Recording modes:

¹You cannot take motion pictures in [3D Photo Mode].

²You cannot take motion pictures in [Soft Focus] and [Star Filter].

You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo).

Press the motion picture button to start recording

Microphones

[Rec Format] (→139)/

[Rec Quality] (→139)

Elapsed

recording time

Remaining recording time

(approx.)

Do not cover the microphones when taking motion

pictures.

Release the motion picture button again immediately

after pressing it.

You can also change the lens’ focal length, i.e. zoom

while recording motion pictures.

• The zoom speed will be slower than normal.

• The zoom operating sounds may be recorded in

some cases.

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Still pictures can be taken during motion picture

recording. (→43)

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Press the motion picture button again to end recording

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Taking motion pictures

Recording modes

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Taking motion pictures in

The camera automatically detects and sets the type of scene for motion pictures with

optimal settings.

When the scene does not

correspond to any on the right.

• In

•

mode, focus and exposure will be set according to the face detected.

will be selected for nightscapes and other dark scenes.

• If the camera does not select your desired Scene mode, choosing an appropriate

mode manually is recommended.

• The following menu options in the [Motion Picture] menu can be set:

• [Rec Format] • [Rec Quality] • [Still Picture Size]

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Taking motion pictures in

Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set.

Taking motion picture in other recording modes

For details, refer to the pages relating to the respective recording modes.

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About the recording format for recording motion pictures

This camera can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats.

AVCHD:

You can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for

viewing motion pictures on a high-resolution TV or for saving them to a disc.

MP4:

This is a simpler video format best used when extensive editing is needed.

• You can record a motion picture to the built-in memory only in [MP4] using the

[VGA] setting.

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About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures

Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MP4] may be played back with poor

picture or sound quality or playback may not be possible at all even with equipment

compatible with these formats. Also, the recording information may not be displayed

properly. In this case, use the camera to play back.

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Taking motion pictures

If the surrounding temperature is high, or during a longer recording take,

may be displayed and recording may be stopped automatically to protect the

camera.

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When using lens’ zoom function while taking motion pictures, it may take some time

to focus.

Depending on the environment when taking motion pictures, the screen may

turn black for an instant or noise may be recorded because of static electricity,

electromagnetic fields, etc.

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The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly.

If data is repeatedly recorded and deleted, the total available recording time on the

memory card may be reduced. To restore the original capacity, use the camera to

format the card. Be sure to save all important data to your computer or other media

before formatting, as all data saved to the card will be erased.

[Stabilizer] functions regardless of the settings before a motion picture is taken.

The following functions are not available:

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Extended optical zoom, flash, [Face Recog.], [Rotate Disp.] for pictures taken

vertically.

For certain memory cards, recording may end while in progress.

The aspect ratio may change in motion pictures compared to still pictures. Also, if

the aspect ratio is different for still pictures and motion pictures, the angle of view will

change when taking a motion picture. The recordable area is displayed by setting

[Video Rec Area] (→57) to [ON].

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If Extended optical zoom is used before pressing the motion picture button, these

settings will be cleared, and the aspect ratio will be changed significantly.

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Taking motion pictures

Recording still pictures while taking a motion picture

Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being taken.

Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture

recording

[Still Picture Size] (→140)

Maximum number of pictures

15 pictures

• The clicking sound made when the shutter button is operated may be recorded.

• When still pictures are recorded while simultaneously using the lens’s zoom

function, the zooming may stop.

• Using [Miniature Effect] in [Creative Control] mode, a still picture may be recorded

with a slight delay from the time when the shutter button is pressed fully.

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Serial exposure function

When the serial exposure function has been set in advance, a series of still pictures can

be recorded while taking a motion picture.

• When the serial exposure setting is set to

recorded using the setting.

• Even at the or setting, the focus is fixed at the first picture.

, still pictures are automatically

When you press the shutter button halfway while taking a motion picture, the camera

will automatically refocus on a subject. This refocus movement is recorded, i.e. it will

be visible. When priority is to be given to the motion pictures, press the shutter button

fully, and record the still pictures. Still pictures can also be extracted after motion

picture recording is completed. (→49)

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When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the resolution and the number of

recordable pictures are displayed.

Still pictures cannot be recorded in the following cases:

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• When [Rec Quality] is set to [VGA]

The flash is set to

[Forced Flash Off].

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Since the electronic shutter is used for motion pictures, the recorded still pictures may

be distorted.

Compared to normal still picture recording, the resolution may be lower.

You cannot record pictures in RAW file format. (Only pictures in JPEG file format with

the [Quality] setting [ ] can be recorded.)

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Viewing still pictures

When a memory card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, without a

card from the built-in memory.

Press the Playback button

• To let the camera start with Playback mode, keep the playback button pressed

while turning it on.

Press

to select a picture to be displayed

• When the buttons are held down, the pictures are scrolled quickly forward or

backward.

• Pictures can also be selected with the control dial.

View pictures

Number of displayed picture/Total picture number

Folder/File number

• To switch to Recording mode, press the playback button again or press the

shutter button halfway.

It may not be possible to view pictures on this camera that were previously edited on

a computer.

When the camera is switched to playback mode, the lens barrel will be retracted after

approx. 15 seconds.

This camera is compliant with the unified DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)

standard formulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries

Association (JEITA), and with Exif (Exchangeable image file format). Files that are not

DCF-compliant cannot be played back.

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Viewing still pictures

Enlarged viewing

Turn the zoom lever toward the T side

Current frame size

• Each time you turn the zoom lever toward the T side, the magnification increases

through four levels: 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. (The picture quality displayed becomes

successively lower.)

• To reduce the magnification: Turn the zoom lever toward the W side

• To move the enlarged section’s position: Press

Enlarged playback is not available during motion picture or panorama picture

playback.

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Viewing still pictures

Simultaneous viewing of several pictures

Turn the zoom lever toward the W side

Number of selected picture/Total picture number

Icon for panorama pictures

Icon for motion pictures

• Turning the zoom lever toward the W side repeatedly switches the display in the

following order: 1-picture screen (full-screen) → 12-picture screen → 30-picture

screen → Calendar screen. (Turn the lever to the T side to return.)

• When you select a picture using the cursor buttons and press [MENU/SET] on the

12-picture or 30-picture screen, the selected picture is displayed on the 1-picture

screen (full-screen).

• Pictures can also be selected with the control dial.

Pictures displayed with [!] cannot be played back.

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Viewing still pictures

Viewing pictures by their recording date

Turn the zoom lever toward the W side several times

Use the cursor buttons to select the recording date, and then

press [MENU/SET]

• Pictures are displayed in Multi Playback (30-picture screen). The cursor will

appear on the first picture taken on the selected date.

• You can also select the date with the control dial.

Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen. Pictures

taken without clock settings are displayed with the date January 1st, 2013.

Pictures taken with destination settings made in [World Time] are displayed in the

calendar screen using the appropriate date for the destination’s time zone.

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Viewing motion pictures

This camera was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and

QuickTime Motion JPEG formats.

Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and then press

Playback starts.

Recording time

Motion picture icon (differs depending on the recording mode and picture quality setting)

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Operations during motion picture playback

: Pause/play

: Stop

: Fast rewind (2 steps )/Single-frame rewind (while paused)

: Fast forward (2 steps )/Single-frame forward (while paused)

[MENU/SET]: Extracting still pictures from motion pictures (while paused) (→49)

¹The fast forward or rewind speed increases if you press

again.

• You can also perform these operations with the control dial.

Fast rewind (2 steps )/

Single-frame rewind

(while paused)

Fast forward (2 steps )/

Single-frame forward

(while paused)

²The fast forward or rewind speed increases if you turn the control dial again.

• If is pressed during fast forward or rewind, it will return to normal playback speed.

• The volume can be adjusted with the zoom lever.

It may not be possible to properly play back the motion pictures recorded using other

cameras.

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Some information will not be displayed for motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD].

Motion pictures can be viewed on your computer using the available software (→209).

With camera models 18 484/-487/-488/-491

Motion pictures recorded with [Miniature Effect] in [Creative Control] Mode play back

at approximately 8x speed.

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With camera models 18 485/-486/-489/-490

Motion pictures recorded with [Miniature Effect] in [Creative Control] Mode play back

at approximately 10x speed.

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Viewing motion pictures

Extracting still pictures from motion pictures

You can save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture.

Display the picture that you want to extract as a still picture by

pausing the motion picture during playback

Press [MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed.

Select [Yes] with the cursor button/s and then press

[MENU/SET].

• Still pictures are saved with an [Aspect Ratio] setting of 16:9 and [Picture Size] at

2M .

In the following cases, saved pictures become 4:3, 0.3M.

• MP4 motion pictures with [Rec Quality] of [VGA]

The resolution becomes slightly lower depending on the [Rec Quality] setting of the

original motion picture.

It may not be possible to extract still pictures from motion pictures that were recorded

with a different camera.

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Deleting pictures

Pictures will be deleted from the memory card if one is inserted, or from the built-in

memory if not. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.)

However, pictures will not be deleted in the following cases.

• Protected pictures

• Card switch is in “LOCK” position.

• Pictures not of DCF standard (→44)

Press the [ ] button to delete the displayed picture

• A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with the cursor buttons and then

press [MENU/SET].

Do not turn off the camera during deletion.

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Deleting pictures

Deleting multiple (up to 100)/all pictures

Apicture group (→143) is handled as 1 picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group

are deleted)

Press the [ ] button while viewing a picture

Use

to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All], and then press

[MENU/SET]

• Items can also be selected by turning the control dial.

[Delete Multi]

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Use the cursor buttons to select the picture and press the [DISP] button

Picture selected

• To cancel → Press the [DISP] button again.

• To execute → Press [MENU/SET].

• Pictures can also be selected with the control dial.

• You can select [All Delete Except Favorite] in [Delete All] if there are pictures that

have been set as [Favorite] (→165).

• A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with the cursor buttons and then

press [MENU/SET].

• The process may take time depending on the number of pictures deleted.

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Menu control

Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus.

Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Program AE] mode

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Rec] menu, and then press

[MENU/SET]

• Items can also be selected by turning the control dial.

Press

to select [AF Mode], and then [MENU/SET]

Pages (The pages can also be selected with the zoom lever.)

Menu items

Menu description

Operation guide

to select a setting, and then [MENU/SET]

Setting items that can be selected

Selected setting

Setting description

Press the [Q MENU/ ] button several times

The menu closes and the monitor returns to the previous screen.

• In recording mode, the menu screen can also be exited by pressing the shutter

button halfway.

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Menu control

Menu sections

In recording mode

In playback mode

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[Rec]

You can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio,

and Resolution.

[Motion Picture] You can select the recording format and resolution and other

settings.

[Setup]

[Wi-Fi]

You can perform settings for convenience of use such as the clock

setting and changing of the beep sounds.

You can perform settings required to use a Wi-Fi connection and

Wi-Fi functions.

[Playback Mode] You can choose the playback method to see [Slide Show] or to

select the pictures to be shown, etc.

[Playback]

You can specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other

settings for pictures you have taken.

The operation screen examples in these instructions may differ from the actual screen

display or some parts of the screen display are omitted.

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The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the mode.

The setting methods vary depending on the menu item.

The following menus are also displayed depending on the recording mode.

• In the [Snapshot Mode]: [Snapshot Mode] menu (→35)

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• In the [Creative Control] mode: [Creative Control] menu (→96)

• In the [Scene Mode]: [Scene Mode] menu (→108)

• In the [Custom] mode: [Custom] menu (→116)

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Using the [Setup] menu

[Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and

battery life. Please check these before use.

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

In [Snapshot Mode], only [Clock Set], [World Time], [Airplane Mode], [Beep],

[Composition Guide], [Language] and [O.I.S. Demo.] are set.

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[Clock Set]

Sets time, date, and display format. (→23)

[World Time]

Sets the local time at travel destination. (→127)

[Travel Date]

Records the number of days elapsed in your travels. (→126)

[Airplane Mode]

Disables the Wi-Fi function. (→172)

[Beep]

Changes or mutes the beep/shutter sounds.

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Settings

[Beep Level]

: Low / High / Mute

: Changes beep tone.

: Low / High / Mute

[Beep Tone]

[Shutter Vol.]

[Shutter Tone]

: Changes shutter tone.

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Speaker Volume]

Adjusts the volume of sound from the speakers (7 levels).

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Settings: [0] / [1] / [2] / [3] / [4] / [5] / [6]

This function cannot adjust TV speaker volume when connected to a TV.

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[Cust.Set Mem.]

Registers the current camera settings. (→115)

[Fn Button Set]

Registers frequently used functions from the [Rec], [Setup] or other menus to the [FN]

button for faster operation. (→117)

[Control Ring Set]

Changes the settings assigned to the control ring. (→118)

[Monitor Display] / [Viewfinder]

Adjusts brightness and color of the monitor or viewfinder image. It is suggested to use the

default settings.

These are intended to provide a preview of the actual picture, as accurately as possible.

Press

to select the setting item and then

to make adjustments

Press [MENU/SET]

Some subjects may look different from their actual appearance, but the recorded

picture will not be affected.

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Monitor Luminance]

Improves monitor image visibility.

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Settings

The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it

is around the camera.

[Auto Power Monitor]

The brightness is increased for easy viewing outdoors.

—

[Power Monitor]

[OFF]

[Auto Power Monitor] cannot be selected in playback mode.

[Power Monitor] returns to ordinary brightness if there is no operation for 30 seconds

when recording. (Press any button to make the screen brighter again.)

Because the picture shown on the monitor emphasizes brightness, some subjects

may look different than their actual appearance, but this will not affect the recorded

picture.

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Setting [Monitor Luminance] reduces the operating time.

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[Composition Guide]

Selects guideline display and the specific type.

By setting the basic composition, you can take more impressive still pictures. (→68)

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Histogram]

(Example)

Displays the distribution of brightness in a picture – e.g.

if the graph peaks at the right, this means that a majority

of the picture will be/is brighter than average. A peak in

the center represents a correct exposure. This can be

used as a reference for exposure compensation, etc.

Dark ← OK → Bright

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Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

When the histogram is not the same as that of the recorded picture under the

following conditions, it will be displayed in orange.

• In dark places.

●

• When manual exposure assist indicates settings other than 0 EV in [Manual

Exposure] mode or during Exposure Compensation.

• When the flash fires.

The histogram displayed during recording is only a reference.

The histogram displayed during recording and that displayed during playback may be

different.

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The histogram is different from those displayed using image editing software on a

computer.

The histogram will not be displayed in the following cases.

• [Snapshot Mode]

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• Playback Zoom

• During motion picture recording

• Multi Playback

• When the HDMI micro cable is connected

[Video Rec Area]

Enables verification of the recordable area for a motion picture before recording.

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Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

The recordable area displayed for motion pictures should be interpreted as a

guideline.

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When using Extended optical zoom, the recordable area may not always be displayed

for certain zoom ratios.

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For [Snapshot Mode], the setting is fixed to [OFF].

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Remaining Disp.]

Switches the display between the remaining number of still pictures you can take or the

remaining recording time of a motion picture that you can record for the available memory

card or the built-in memory.

■

Settings

Displays the number of pictures that can be recorded.

Displays the remaining recording time.

[Lens Resume]

[Zoom Resume]

●

Saves the zoom position when turning the camera off.

■

Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

[MF Resume]

●

The camera will remember the manual focus setting when it is turned off and when the

focus mode is set to anything else than [MF]. The next time the camera is turned on or

the focus mode is set to [MF], it will return to the saved focus position.

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Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

[MF Assist]

Sets whether to enlarge the focus point when Manual Focus mode is used. (→88)

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Economy]

Turns off the camera or the monitor while not using the camera to minimize battery

consumption.

[Auto Power Off]

Automatically switches off the camera while not in use.

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Settings: [2MIN.] / [5MIN.] / [10MIN.] / [OFF]

To restore → Turn on the camera again.

●

This mode is not available in the following cases:

• When connected to a computer/printer

• During motion picture recording/playback

• During Slide Shows

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Settings are fixed to [5MIN.] in [Snapshot Mode].

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[Monitor Power Save]

The monitor is switched off to minimize power consumption.

●

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Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

This mode reduces the picture quality of the monitor display during recording to

minimize battery consumption (except for the Digital Zoom area). Note, however,

that there is no effect on the recorded picture.

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The setting in [Monitor Luminance] is prioritized over the setting in [Monitor Power

Save] for the brightness of the monitor.

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Auto Review]

Automatically displays still pictures immediately after taking them.

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Settings

Displays the picture for the set time before automatically returning to the

recording screen.

[1SEC] / [2SEC]

[HOLD]

[OFF]

Keeps the picture displayed until [MENU/SET] is pressed.

—

For [Snapshot Mode], the setting is fixed to [2SEC].

Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed.

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[Self Timer Auto Off]

The self-timer is canceled if the camera is turned off.

■

Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

At the time of purchase, the camera is set to [ON], so the self-timer is canceled when

it is turned off.

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[No.Reset]

Resets picture file numbers. (The folder number is updated and the file number starts

from 0001.)

• To reset a folder number to 100:

First, format the built-in memory or card, and reset the file numbers using [No.Reset].

Then, select [Yes] on the folder number reset screen.

A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned.

Numbers cannot be reset once the folder number reaches 999. In this case, save all

necessary pictures to your computer, and format the built-in memory/card (→64).

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Reset]

Resets the camera to the default settings.

[Reset Rec. settings?]

[Reset setup parameters?]

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Information registered in [Face Recog.] is reset if recording settings are reset.

Resetting the setup parameters will also reset the following:

• Age in years/months and names in [Baby] and [Pet] Scene modes

Folder numbers and clock settings will not be reset.

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Noise may be audible as the lens function is reset. This is not a fault.

[Reset Wi-Fi Settings]

Returns all [Wi-Fi] menu settings to the default settings.

If you want to dispose or give away your camera, always reset it to prevent your

personal information from being mistakenly used.

●

When you have your camera to repaired, backup your personal information and

always reset it as well.

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[USB Mode]

Selects the communication method for connecting the camera to a computer or printer

with the USB cable.

■

Settings

Selects the communication method each time you connect to a

computer or PictBridge-compatible printer.

[Select on connection]

Select this mode when connecting to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Select this mode when connecting to a computer.

[PictBridge(PTP)]

[PC]

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Output]

Changes the settings to be used when the camera is connected to a TV or an other

device.

[Video Out] (With camera models 18 484/-487/-488/-491)

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■

Settings

[NTSC] Video output is set to NTSC system.

[PAL]

Video output is set to PAL system.

[TV Aspect] (This setting is available when an AV cable is connected.)

Settings:

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[HDTV Link]

Enables automatic linking with other HDTV Link-compatible devices, and operability with

a HDTV remote control when connecting via an HDMI micro cable (→203).

■

Settings

Operations may be performed via the remote control of the HDTV Link-compatible

device.

• Not all operations will be available.

[ON]

• Operability of the camera’s own buttons will be limited.

[OFF] Operations must be performed via the camera’s own buttons.

[3D Playback]

Sets how a 3D still picture is output.

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Settings: [3D] / [2D]

If you want to play back a picture in 2D (conventional picture) on a 3D television, set

to [2D].

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This item of the menu functions when an HDMI micro cable is connected.

For the procedure for playing back a 3D still picture. (→205)

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Rotate Disp.]

Automatically rotates portrait still pictures.

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Settings

Rotates and displays pictures displayed on a TV screen as well as those displayed on

the monitor of the camera in portrait orientation.

Rotates and displays only pictures displayed on a TV screen in portrait orientation.

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[OFF]

[Rotate Disp.] cannot be used with motion pictures.

Still pictures taken with the camera facing up or down, or those taken with other

cameras may not rotate.

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Pictures cannot be rotated during Multi Playback.

Pictures will only be displayed rotated on a computer if in Exif-compatible (→44)

environment (OS, software).

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[Version Disp.]

Checks the camera firmware version or displays software information.

When you press [MENU/SET] while the version is displayed, software information

such as the license is displayed.

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Using the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Format]

Use this mode when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, to format

the built-in memory or the memory card.

When a card/the built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be restored. Check

the content of the card/the built-in memory carefully before formatting.

To format the built-in memory, remove the memory card.

(Only the inserted card will be formatted; the built-in memory will only be formatted if

no card is inserted.)

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All protected pictures and other picture data will be deleted.

Do not turn off the camera or perform other operations during formatting.

Always format the cards with this camera.

Formatting the built-in memory may take several minutes.

If you cannot format, contact your dealer or your nearest Leica Customer Care

department.

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[Language]

Changes display language.

Sets the language displayed on the screen.

[O.I.S. Demo.]

Extent of camera shake is shown on graph (estimate).

Extent of camera shake

Extent of camera shake effect after correction

During demo screen display, the Optical Image Stabilizer switches ON and OFF every

time [MENU/SET] is pressed.

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Entering Text

Use the cursor buttons to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in the

Scene modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [Travel Date] etc.

Use the cursor buttons to select characters

Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is

displayed

The character is inserted at the cursor position.

• To change the character type:

Select

, and press [MENU/SET]

Cursor position

■

To continue entering characters

• Use the cursor buttons to select , and then press [MENU/SET]

• Push the zoom lever toward the T side

• Turn the control dial to the right

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Editing text

Use the cursor buttons to select

and press [MENU/SET]. Then, move the

cursor to the character to edit

• You can also use the zoom lever or control dial to reposition the cursor.

Use the cursor buttons to select [Delete], and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the correct text, and then press [MENU/SET]

When you are finished entering text, use the cursor buttons to

select [Set], and press [MENU/SET]

A maximum of 30 characters can be entered. (Maximum of 9 characters for [Face

Recog.] names)

Up to 15 characters can be entered for [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ]. (Maximum of

6 characters for [Face Recog.] names)

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Switching between monitor and viewfinder

Using the viewfinder allows checking subject and framing regardless of the ambient light

conditions

Press the [LVF] button

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About diopter adjustment

Turn the diopter adjustment wheel until you are able to clearly see all the displays in the

viewfinder.

Diopter adjustment wheel

When adjusting the diopter, align your eye in the center of the viewfinder.

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Switching displays

You can select the type of displays, e.g. turn off the recording information (such as icons

for various settings) and the level gauge (→70).

Press the [DISP] button to change displays

With additional information

With basic information

Without information

With basic information +

level gauge

With additional information

and with level gauge

Set [Histogram] to display a histogram. (→57)

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Using reference lines to assist composition

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Recording modes:

You can utilize the viewfinder or the monitor for still pictures to carefully and precisely

position your subject (the composition) along the reference lines.

The following guidelines can be used.

Composition

principle

Guideline

Description

[Rule of

Thirds Offset]

This composition creates a more interesting

photo by offsetting the subject from the center.

Example for an off-center positioned flower.

Example for an off-center positioned person.

[Diagonal

lines]

This composition gives an alternate perspective

by aligning the subject along the diagonal lines.

[Tunnel]

This composition is intended to emphasize the

depth of long narrow subjects.

[Radiation 1]

[Radiation 2]

[S-shape]

This composition adds an expansive perspective

to your photo by aligning the subject along the

radial lines.

This composition can enhance your photo by

drawing attention to wandering elements of the

scene.

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Using reference lines to assist composition

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How to select guidelines

Press the [FN] button

Use the cursor buttons to select the guideline to display, and

then press [MENU/SET]

• You can also select guidelines with the control dial.

• Explanations and examples of the composition will be displayed in turn when you press

the [DISP] button.

• If the guideline/s allows horizontal flipping, use

• To turn off guideline display, select [No Guide].

to flip.

When other functions are registered to the [FN] button

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■

Select [Composition Guide] from the [Setup] menu and press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the guideline/s to display and press [MENU/SET]

Press the [Q MENU/ ] button several times

Taking still pictures with guideline/s

Align your subject along the guideline/s, and then press the

shutter button

When pictures are taken in portrait orientation, the guideline/s are automatically

changed to the portrait orientation.

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The guideline/s will not appear on the actual still picture.

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Using the level gauge

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Recording modes:

If you want to make sure that the camera is not tilted up, down, to the left or to the right,

for example, when you take a picture of a landscape, use the level gauge indication as a

reference.

Press the [DISP] button to switch the display

Press the button until the level gauge is displayed.

Correct the camera angle

■

Using the level gauge

The yellow line indicates the current angle (horizontal line). Correct the angle of the

camera so that it matches the white line.

Tilting up or down

• In this case, it is facing

upward.

Tilting left or right

• In this case, the camera is

tilted to the right.

• When the camera’s angle is near level, the level gauge will turn green.

• When pictures are taken in portrait orientation, the level gauge is automatically

switched to portrait orientation.

Even when the angle is more or less correct, there may be an error of about ±1

degree.

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When the camera is moved, the level gauge may not be displayed correctly.

The level gauge may not be displayed correctly or the direction detect function may

not operate correctly if the pictures are taken with the camera pointing sharply up or

down.

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Using the zoom lens

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Recording modes:

You can determine how much of a subject is to be captured / how large a subject is to be

rendered by selecting the appropriate focal length, i.e. by zooming.

Zooming In/Out

To widen the angle of view,

use shorter focal lengths

(hence wideangle, also makes

subjects appear further away)

To make subjects appear

closer use longer focal lengths

(telephoto, also narrows the

angle of view)

• The zooming speed is determined by how far the zoom lever is turned in the

respective direction.

When Extended optical

zoom is set

Distance setting range

Zoom ratio

Optical Zoom range

Digital Zoom range

i.Zoom range

Zoom position

Do not touch the lens barrel during zooming.

Adjust the focus setting after zooming.

The zoom ratio and the zoom bar displayed on the screen are approximations.

The camera may make a noise and vibrate while zooming - this is not a malfunction.

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Using the zoom lens

Zoom functions

The zoom ratio changes when the resolution is changed.

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Optical zooming

Zooming in up to 7.1x is possible if pictures without

Size] in the [Rec] menu. (→128)

have been selected by [Picture

Optical zooming cannot be used in the following cases:

• [Macro Zoom]

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• With the Scene mode ([3D Photo Mode])

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Extended optical zoom

Zooming in up to 13.9x is possible when pictures with

have been selected by

[Picture Size] in the [Rec] menu (→128). EZ is short for “Extended optical zoom”.

Extended optical zoom cannot be used in the following cases:

• [Macro Zoom]

●

• Motion pictures

• When the [Burst] setting is set to

• With the Scene modes ([HDR], [3D Photo Mode])

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Toy Effect])

• When the [Quality] setting is set to [ ], [ ] or [

]

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Using the zoom lens

To increase the zoom ratio further, the following zoom modes can be used in combination.

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[i.ZOOM]

You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom

ratio up to 2x higher than the original with limited deterioration of picture quality. Set

[i.Resolution] to [i.ZOOM] in the [Rec] menu. (→135)

When [i.Resolution] is set to [i.ZOOM], Intelligent Resolution technology is applied to

the picture.

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[i.ZOOM] always works when in [Snapshot Mode].

[i.ZOOM] does not function in the following cases.

• [Macro Zoom]

●

• When the [Burst] setting is set to

• When the [Quality] setting is set to [ ], [ ] or [

]

• With the Scene modes ([Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [3D Photo Mode])

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Toy Effect])

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[Digital Zoom]

This mode allows zooming 4x further than with Optical/Extended optical zoom. Note

that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease picture quality. Set the [Digital Zoom] in

the [Rec] menu to [ON]. (→135)

Digital Zoom cannot be used in the following modes:

• [Snapshot Mode]

●

• When the [Burst] setting is set to

• With the Scene modes ([Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [3D Photo Mode])

• [Creative Control] Mode ([Toy Effect], [Miniature Effect])

• When the [Quality] setting is set to [ ], [ ] or [

This mode is fixed to [ON] when [Macro Zoom] is set.

When [Digital Zoom] is used simultaneously with [i.ZOOM], you can only increase the

zoom ratio up to 2x.

]

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Using the zoom lens

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[Step Zoom]

You can select to set the focal length in steps. The displayed figures are the respective

equivalent focal lengths for 35mm cameras.

• If recording in [Snapshot Mode] or Scene mode, you can set [Step Zoom] with the

control ring.

If the setting assigned to the control ring is [Step Zoom], [Step Zoom] will also be

available for use in other modes. (→118)

Turn the control ring

When the control ring is operated, the focal length is displayed on a standard picture

aspect ratio of 4:3 as a reference.

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The focal length will change in the following cases:

• When [iHandheld Nite Shot] is set to [ON]

●

• When [Burst] is set to [

]

• When [Handheld Night Shot] is set in Scene mode

[Step Zoom] cannot be used in the following cases:

• When recording motion pictures

●

• With the Scene mode ([3D Photo Mode])

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Using the built-in flash

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Recording modes:

Press to display [Flash]

Use the cursor buttons to select the desired mode, and then

press [MENU/SET]

Modes, function

Application

[Auto]

Normal use

• Automatically judges whether or not to flash

[Auto/Red-Eye]

For pictures of subjects in dark

places

• Automatically judges whether or not to flash

(reduce red-eye)

[Forced Flash On]

• Always flash

For pictures with backlight or under

bright lighting (e.g. fluorescent)

[Slow Sync./Red-Eye]

For pictures of subjects against a

nightscape (tripod recommended)

• Automatically judges whether or not to flash

(reduce red-eye; slow shutter speed to take

brighter pictures)

[Forced Flash Off]

• Never flash

For situations in which flash use is

prohibited or undesirable

¹Only in the

mode

²Two flashes will be emitted. Do not move until after the second flash. The interval between flashes

varies according to brightness of subject.

When [Red-Eye Removal] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ON], the icon changes to [

]/[

], red-

eye is automatically detected and the picture data is corrected. (only if the camera has detected a

face)

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Using the built-in flash

Do not put your hands over the light-emitting area of the flash (→10) or look at it

from close range.

Do not use the flash at close distances to other subjects (heat/light may

damage subject).

The effect of red-eye reduction varies depending on the subject and is affected by

factors such as distance to the subject, whether the subject is looking at the camera

during preliminary flash, and so on. In some cases, the effect of red-eye reduction

may be negligible.

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Flash settings may be changed when changing the recording mode.

Scene mode flash settings are restored to default when the Scene mode is changed.

The picture edges may become slightly dark when using flash at short distances and

short focal lengths (close to max. W). This may be remedied by zooming a little.

●

No pictures can be taken if these marks (e.g.

If the flash illumination on a subject is insufficient, neither the proper exposure nor a

proper White Balance is achieved.

) are flashing (flash is charging).

●

The flash effect may not be sufficient in the following cases:

• When the shutter speed is fast

●

• When [Burst] is set to [

]

Flash charging may take time if battery is low, or if using flash repeatedly.

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Using the built-in flash

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Available flash modes in each exposure mode

(○: Available, –: Not available,

: Default setting)

[Scene Mode]

○

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○

–

○

–

○

–

○

–

○

–

○

–

○

–

○

–

○

–

○

–

○

–

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¹Set to

depending on the subject and brightness.

• The flash cannot be used when recording motion pictures or in the

, and Scene modes.

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The available flash range when [Sensitivity] setting is [AUTO]

Max. Wide

Max. Tele

approx. 0.6m - 7.0m (2′ - 23′)

approx. 0.8m - 2.3m (2′ - 7′)

Shutter speed range for each flash mode

Setting

Shutter speed

1/60 ²- 1/4000s

³- 1/4000s

* *

²Varies according to the [Min. Shtr Speed] setting.

³When [Min. Shtr Speed] is set to [AUTO], and camera shake is detected when [Stabilizer] is

turned to [ON], the maximum speed is 1/4 second. Also varies according to [Snapshot Mode] and

the Scene modes, etc.

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Close-up pictures

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Recording modes:

Only [3D Photo Mode] can be set.

For maximum enlargement of a subject, the camera has to be very close to it. Setting to

[AF Macro] (

) enables you to take pictures from a shorter distance than the normal

focus range (up to 3cm (1³/¹⁶″) for max. Wide).

Press

Use the cursor buttons to select [AF Macro] ( ), and then

press [MENU/SET]

display

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Close-up pictures

Focus range

When a subject is too close to the camera, the picture may not be properly focused.

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Shortest focusing distance

The shortest focusing distance is the distance from the front lens element’s surface to

the subject. This distance changes gradually depending on the zoom position.

Focus Mode

Zoom

[

] [ ] [MF]

3cm (1³/¹⁶″)

80cm (2′ 7″)

[AF]

Max. W

Max. T

50cm (1′ 7″)

80cm (2′ 7″)

• The focus range is displayed when operating the zoom, etc.

Distance setting range

When set to this mode, it may take some time until distant subjects come into focus.

Using a tripod and [Self Timer] is recommended. Also, we recommend that you close

the flash to set to [ ] (Forced flash off).

Moving the camera after focusing is likely to result in poorly focused pictures with

close subjects, due to the severely reduced depth of field.

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The resolution may be reduced at the edges of the picture.

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[Macro Zoom]

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Recording modes:

This mode cannot be set in the following modes: [Toy Effect], [Miniature Effect]

To take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] ( ) enables the

subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro] (

Press

Use the cursor buttons to select [Macro Zoom] ( ), and then

press [MENU/SET]

Adjust the magnification with the zoom lever

The zoom position is fixed at

the Wide end.

Reduce

Enlarge

Focus range is

3cm (1³/¹⁶″) -

Magnification (1x to 3x)

In [Macro Zoom], higher magnification results in lower picture quality.

When [Macro Zoom] is set, Extended optical zoom or [i.ZOOM] does not work.

When [AF Tracking] is set, zoom macro is canceled.

●

When the [Burst] setting is set to

, the [Macro Zoom] cannot be set.

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Using Auto focus

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Recording modes:

When Auto Focus is enabled, you only have to press the shutter button halfway to focus.

The focusing methods differ depending on the [Rec] mode and the [AF Mode] setting.

Press

Use the cursor buttons to select [AF], and then press

[MENU/SET]

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Switching [AF Mode]

Select [AF Mode] from the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

Press

to select Auto Focus mode items, and then

[MENU/SET]

(Face Detection)

(AF Tracking)

For taking front-on pictures of people (→82)

Automatically locks the focus on a moving subject (→83)

(23-area-focusing) For subjects positioned off-center (→84)

(1-area-focusing) For precise focusing on small subjects (→84)

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Using Auto focus

Face detection

Recognizes faces (up to 15 persons) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly.

AF frame

Yellow:When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns

green when the camera is focused.

White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces

that are the same distance away as faces within the yellow AF

frame are also focused.

(Face Detection) is not available in the following cases:

●

• With the Scene modes ([Night Scenery] [Handheld Night Shot] [Food] [Starry Sky])

• [Creative Control] mode ([Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus])

• [Panorama Shot] mode

If the camera misinterprets a non-human subject as a face in

setting, switch to another setting.

If conditions prevent the face from being recognized, such as when the movement of

the subject is too rapid, the [AF Mode] setting switches to (23-area-focusing).

(Face Detection)

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Using Auto focus

Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject

Aim the AF Tracking frame at the subject, and then press the

shutter button halfway

AF Tracking frame

When the subject is recognized, the AF Tracking frame changes

from white to yellow, and the subject is automatically kept in

focus.

If AF Lock fails, the frame flashes red.

• To switch off AF Tracking → Press [MENU/SET].

• The focus range is the same as macro recording

Under certain recording conditions, such as when the subject is small or dark,

Tracking) may not operate correctly.

(AF Tracking) is not available in the following cases.

• [Starry Sky] Scene mode

(AF

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• [Creative Control] mode ([Sepia] [Dynamic Monochrome] [High Dynamic]

[Toy Effect] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus])

• [Panorama Shot] mode

• [Color Mode] ([B&W] [SEPIA])

When you press the shutter button halfway to activate AF lock, the AF Assist Lamp

will not turn on.

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Using Auto focus

Focusing based on metering in 23 areas

With this mode, focusing is based on the closest registered object in the 23 metered

areas.

The focus setting is fixed to

(1-area-focusing) during motion picture recording.

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Focusing on a small part of the frame

Focusing is based on the subject registered in the center of the picture. (Recommended

when focusing is difficult, or when it is supposed to be based on a specific off-center

detail)

• You can freely position the AF area. (→85)

Focus is fixed to

• [Starry Sky] Scene mode

(1-area-focusing) in the following cases:

●

• [Miniature Effect] in [Creative Control] mode

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Using Auto focus

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Changing the position and size of the AF area

When [AF Mode] is set to

the size of the AF area.

(1-area-focusing), you can move the position or change

Select [AF Mode] from the [Rec] menu

Use the cursor buttons to select [ ] from the [AF Mode]

items and press the [DISP] button

To move the AF area: Press

To change the size of the AF area: Turn the control dial

• To restore the AF area to its initial state (position and

size): Press the [DISP] button

Press [MENU/SET]

This is not possible during motion picture recording.

When the AF area is small, it may be difficult to focus.

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When [Metering Mode] is set to

will be measured.

(spot-focusing), the new position of the AF area

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Locking the exposure and/or focus setting

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Recording modes:

AF lock only

The Lock function is convenient for achieving perfect exposure and focusing based on the

most important part of a subject.

For example, if you wish to position it anywhere in the frame, and also in the case of large

brightness differences.

If an important subject detail is to be positioned off-center: Lock exposure (AE) and focus

(AF)

If the main subject is comparatively small and the rest of the frame is significantly brighter

or darker: Lock exposure (AE)

Preparation:

To utilize the AF/AE Lock function, it is necessary to register it to the [FN] button. (→117)

Aim the AF area at the subject

Press the [FN] button to lock focus and/or exposure

• To cancel AF/AE Lock: Press the [FN] button

Move the camera for the desired composition, and then press

the shutter button fully

• When AE is set, press the shutter button halfway to focus, then press it fully.

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AF/AE Lock presets

By using [AF/AE Lock] in the recording menu, you can set whether to lock focus and/or

exposure.

[AE]

Locks exposure only. ([AEL] is displayed on the screen.)

Locks focus only. ([AFL] is displayed on the screen.)

[AF]

[AF/AE]

Locks focus and exposure. ([AFL] and [AEL] are displayed on the screen.)

During Manual focusing, only AE Lock can be used.

Lock is canceled when the lens is zoomed after locking exposure and/or focus.

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Manual focusing

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Recording modes:

Use this function when you want to determine the focus setting yourself or when using

Autofocus proves difficult.

Press

Use the cursor buttons to select [MF], and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the control ring to focus

Focus setting indication

• Settings assigned to the control ring in each mode are made with the control dial.

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1 Shot AF

When [1 Shot AF] is registered in [Fn Button Set] (→117), you can press the [FN]

button once to temporarily activate Auto Focus and focus on a subject.

• First use [1 Shot AF] to focus on an area close to the subject. This makes it

easier to adjust the focus with the control ring.

After zooming, refocus.

The focus range displayed during manual focusing is a reference value. Confirm the

focus on the screen ([MF Assist] screen).

●

The control ring cannot be used to focus if the control ring settings have been

changed.

You can focus by pressing and turning the control dial.

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Manual focusing

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Enlarged display (MF assist)

When [MF Assist] in the [Setup] menu is [ON] and you manually focus, an enlarged

section appears.

• Shortly after you stop focusing manually, the display switches to normal.

To change the position of an enlarged section

Press [MENU/SET] while manually focusing (while the enlarged section is

displayed)

●

Use the cursor buttons to move the enlarged section

• To return to the original position → Press the [DISP] button

Press [MENU/SET]

MF assist is not displayed in the Digital Zoom area.

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Using the self-timer

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Recording modes:

We recommend using a tripod. Setting the self-timer to 2 seconds can also be used to

prevent camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button.

Press

Use the cursor buttons to select [Self Timer], and then press

[MENU/SET]

• To change the time setting:

Press the [DISP] button and select a time setting with

Take a picture

Press the shutter button fully to release the shutter after the preset time.

Self-timer indicator

(Flashes for set duration)

• To cancel while in operation: Press [MENU/SET]

■

To cancel self-timer

In step , select [

] or [

]

The self-timer is canceled if the camera is turned off as [Self Timer Auto Off] is set to

[ON] at the time of purchase. (→60)

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After the self-timer indicator stops flashing, it may then be lit for AF Assist Lamp.

This function cannot be used in the following case:

• Recording motion pictures

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Exposure Compensation

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Recording modes:

Not available when using [Starry Sky].

Use this function to adjust the exposure in case you prefer a brighter/darker rendition than

the image initially displayed on the screen.

Press

• Press again when focusing manually

Use the control ring to select a compensation value, and then

press [MENU/SET]

• If the main subject is too dark: Compensate the exposure to the “+” direction

• If the main subject is too bright: Compensate the exposure to the “-” direction

• With an exposure compensation set, the compensation value (

is displayed in the bottom-left corner of the screen.

for example)

• You can also press

to set a compensation.

• You can also make settings with the control dial.

Depending on the brightness, it may not be possible to set a compensation in some

cases.

The exposure compensation value you set is retained even after the camera is turned

off.

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Picture series with automatically changing

exposures

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Recording modes:

¹Not available in the following modes: [Handheld Night Shot] [HDR] [Starry Sky] [3D Photo Mode]

²Not available in the following modes: [Toy Effect] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus] [Star Filter]

In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded with the selected exposure steps

each time the shutter button is pressed. When an Exposure Compensation is set, the

exposures are based on the set Exposure Compensation value.

Press

Use the cursor buttons to select [Auto Bracket], and then

press [MENU/SET]

• The camera takes the first picture without compensation, the second with minus

compensation and the third with plus compensation.

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To change the exposure steps

Press the [DISP] button and select an exposure step with

Value displayed after an exposure step is set

To cancel [Auto Bracket]

In step , select [

] or [

]

This mode cannot be used with flash.

During motion picture recording, [Auto Bracket] cannot be set.

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Aperture priority mode

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Recording modes:

Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a larger in-focus area (in front

of and behind the main subject), to a lower number for a smaller in-focus area.

Set the mode dial to

Turn the control ring to select the aperture value

• You can also make settings with the control dial.

• When the aperture value is increased, the depth of field expands, i.e. more of the

fore- and background is rendered sharply. When the aperture value is reduced,

the depth of field gets smaller, i.e. less of the fore- and background is rendered

sharply.

Automatically controlled shutter speed range

Aperture values that can be set

F2.0 - F8.0

8 - 1/4000s

You may not be able to select some values depending on the focal length the lens is set to

(zoom position).

About the exposure meter

Shutter speed (Automatically controlled adjustment)

Set aperture value

• A proper exposure is not possible in the range indicated in red.

■

Recording motion pictures in

• Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set.

When the resulting picture would be too bright or too dark, i.e. incorrectly exposed,

the numbers for the aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red.

The monitor or the viewfinder brightness may vary from the recorded picture.

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Shutter priority mode

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Recording modes:

When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter

speed. When you want to create a trailing effect, set to a slower shutter speed.

Set the mode dial to

Turn the control ring to select the shutter speed

• You can also make settings with the control dial.

• At faster shutter speeds, moving subjects are rendered sharper. At slower shutter

speeds, moving subjects are rendered less sharp.

Shutter speeds that can be set

Automatically controlled aperture value range

8 - 1/4000s

F2.0 - F8.0

About the exposure meter

Set shutter speed

Aperture value (Automatically controlled)

• A proper exposure is not possible in the range indicated in red.

■

Recording motion pictures in

• Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set.

When the resulting picture would be too bright or too dark, i.e. incorrectly exposed,

the numbers for the aperture value and shutter speed are shown in red.

The monitor or the viewfinder brightness may differ from the recorded picture.

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Manual exposure mode

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Recording modes:

If you e. g. wish to create a specific effect based on over- or under exposure, or want to

make sure a series of shots is exposed identically regardless of differing brightness, you

can do so by manually setting aperture and shutter speed

Set the mode dial to

Turn the control ring to select the aperture value, and the

control dial to select the shutter speed

• If Manual focusing is set (→87): Press twice to allow setting the aperture value

with the control dial

• If the control ring settings have been changed (→118): Press to allow setting the

aperture value with the control dial

Aperture values that can be set

Shutter speeds that can be set

F2.0 - F8.0

250 - 1/4000s

¹You may not be able to select some values depending on the focal length the lens is set to

(zoom position).

²You may not be able to select some values depending on the set aperture value.

About the exposure meter

Set shutter speed

Set aperture value

• A proper exposure is not possible in the range indicated in red.

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Recording motion pictures in

• Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set.

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Manual exposure mode

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Light balance (approximation)

Indicates a correct exposure.

Indicates overexposure. For a standard exposure, use a faster shutter speed and/or

increase the aperture value.

Indicates underexposure. For a standard exposure, use a slower shutter speed and/or

reduce the aperture value.

In the case of deviations from the standard exposure, the numbers for aperture value

and shutter speed are shown in red.

●

The monitor or the viewfinder brightness may differ from the recorded picture.

The shutter speed setting range changes depending on the [Sensitivity] setting.

●

[Sensitivity]

80 - 1600

3200

Shutter speed

250 - 1/4000s

30 - 1/4000s

8 - 1/4000s

6400/H.12800

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[Creative Control] mode

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Recording modes:

You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming

these effects on the monitor.

Set the mode dial to

Press

to select an effect, and then [MENU/SET]

• If you press the [DISP] button, an explanation of the

effect appears.

■

Changing the selected picture effects

[Creative Control] menu

●

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Creative Control] menu and press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select a setting, and then [MENU/SET]

Control ring

Turn the control ring to select the effect

●

• You can also select effects with the control dial.

■

Recording motion pictures in

A motion picture is recorded at the optimum settings for the selected effects.

• You cannot record motion pictures with [Soft Focus] or [Star Filter].

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[Creative Control] mode

The flash is set to [ ] ([Forced Flash Off]).

The display of a picture reflecting a selected effect in the preview screen or recording

screen may differ from the recorded pictures.

A setting that was selected in [Creative Control] mode is retained even after the

camera is turned off.

The following [Rec] menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be

selected manually.

●

[Sensitivity], [White Balance], [i.Exposure], [Min. Shtr Speed], [Color Mode]

■

Adjusting the brightness, depth of field, of a selected effect, etc.

Press

• Press again if Manual focusing is set

Press

to select an item to adjust

Adjusts the brightness.

Adjusts depth of field.

Adjusts the setting conditions of the selected effect, etc. (The

settings to be adjusted vary depending on the selected effect.)

• [AUTO] is displayed in the icon during automatic adjustment.

• The items that can be adjusted differ depending on the selected effect.

Turn the control ring to make adjustments

• You can also make adjustments with

and the control dial.

• To return to automatic adjustment: Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

Press [MENU/SET]

When you record motion pictures, the camera controls the aperture within the

appropriate exposure range, and the depth of field may not change for some subject

brightness levels.

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[Creative Control] mode

For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96)

[Expressive]

This effect creates a pop art style picture that enhances the color.

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Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Vividness

Less

Subdued coloring

Gaudy coloring

[Retro]

This effect creates the soft appearance of a tarnished picture.

■

Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Coloring

Less

Yellowish coloring

Reddish coloring

[Old Days]

This effect adds a bright, soft and nostalgic feel to the overall

image.

■

Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Contrast

Less

Low contrast

High contrast

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[Creative Control] mode

For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96)

[High Key]

This effect creates a brighter and lighter toned appearance for the

entire picture.

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Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Coloring

Less

Pinkish coloring

Light-bluish coloring

[Low Key]

This effect creates a darker somber appearance for the entire

picture to emphasize the bright portions.

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Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Coloring

Less

Reddish coloring

Bluish coloring

[Sepia]

This effect creates a picture with sepia tone.

■

Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Contrast

Less

Low contrast

High contrast

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[Creative Control] mode

For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96)

[Dynamic Monochrome]

This effect creates a monochromatic picture with a higher

contrast and more dramatic atmosphere.

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Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Contrast

Less

Low contrast

High contrast

[Impressive Art]

An effect with strong contrast that illustrates a surreal and

dramatic atmosphere.

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Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Vividness

Less

Black & white

Gaudy coloring

[High Dynamic]

This effect creates a picture with a well-balanced brightness for

the entire picture (from dark to bright areas).

■

Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Vividness

Less

Black & white

Gaudy coloring

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[Creative Control] mode

For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96)

[Cross Process]

This effect creates a unique atmosphere with surprising colors.

■

Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Coloring

Less

Greenish coloring / Bluish coloring /

Yellowish coloring / Reddish coloring

[Toy Effect]

This effect creates a picture that resembles pictures taken by a

toy camera with a reduced amount of peripheral light.

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Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Coloring

Less

Orangish color

Bluish coloring

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[Creative Control] mode

For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96)

[Miniature Effect]

This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a

diorama.

■

Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Vividness

Subdued coloring

Gaudy coloring

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Defocusing a picture

Press the [FN] button

Press

to move the focusing area (frame)

Turn the control dial to select the size of the focusing area

(frame)

Press [MENU/SET]

• When you press the [DISP] button, the initial setting

condition is restored.

The monitor image is displayed with a slight delay compared to normal recording.

Portrait orientation recording does not affect the blurred part. (The left and right edges

will be blurred.)

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No audio is recorded for motion pictures.

With camera models 18 484/-487/-488/-491

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When a motion picture is recorded, the finished recording will be approximately 1/8th

of the actual recorded time period. (If you record a motion picture for 8 minutes,

the resulting motion picture recording time will be approximately 1 minute.) The

recordable time displayed on the camera is approx. 8x longer than actual recording.

When the recording mode is changed, be sure to check the recordable time.

With camera models 18 485/-486/-489/-490

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When a motion picture is recorded, the finished recording will be approximately 1/10th

of the actual recorded time period. (If you record a motion picture for 10 minutes,

the resulting motion picture recording time will be approximately 1 minute.) The

recordable time displayed on the camera is approx. 10x longer than actual recording.

When the recording mode is changed, be sure to check the recordable time.

If you stop recording motion pictures too soon, the camera may continue recording for

a certain time. Hold the camera still until the camera stops recording.

When you take a picture using a large resolution setting, the screen will become dark

for a certain period of time after the picture is taken. However, this occurs due to

signal processing and is not a defect.

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[Creative Control] mode

For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96)

[Soft Focus]

This effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally blurring the

entire picture.

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Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Less

Degree of

defocusing

Slight defocusing

Strong defocusing

The monitor image is displayed with a slight delay compared to normal recording.

When you take a picture using a large resolution setting, the screen will become dark

for a certain period of time after the picture is taken. However, this occurs due to

signal processing and is not a defect.

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[Star Filter]

This effect adds reflections in the shape of a cross to all small

and very bright light sources.

■

Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Less

Length of the rays

of light

Rays of light is

short

Rays of light is long

The monitor image is displayed with a slight delay compared to normal recording.

When you take a picture using a large resolution setting, the screen will become dark

for a certain period of time after the picture is taken. However, this occurs due to

signal processing and is not a defect.

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[Creative Control] mode

For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→96)

[One Point Color]

This picture effect creates a monochromatic picture by retaining

the color you selected only, and adds memorable emphasis to it.

■

Items that can be set (→97)

Underexposure

(darker)

Overexposure

(brighter)

Brightness

Depth of field

Less

Area of retained

color

Smaller

Larger

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Selecting color

Press the [FN] button

Select the color to be retained using the frame in the center

of the screen and press [MENU/SET]

The selected color may not be retained for some subjects.

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[Panorama Shot] mode

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Recording modes:

You can easily record a panorama picture by panning the camera in the direction you

want, while the camera automatically combines the pictures series taken during that time.

• The recording direction is set as “left → right” at the time of purchase.

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Tips

• Pan the camera in the recording direction as steadily as possible. If the camera

shakes too much, it may not be able to take pictures or may end up creating a

narrower (small) panorama picture.

Pan the camera to a point slightly ahead of the point that you want to take.

(However, the last frame is not recorded to the end.)

Set the mode dial to [

]

Check the recording direction, and then press [MENU/SET]

If you take pictures “left → right” or “right → left”, a horizontal guide is displayed. If

you take pictures “up → down” or “down → up”, a vertical guide is displayed.

• Changing picture effects

Turn the control ring or the control dial to select a picture effect

• For more details about picture effects. (→98 - 104)

• If you do not want to add picture effects, please

select [No Effect].

• You cannot select [Toy Effect] or [Miniature

Effect].

• You can adjust the brightness and setting

condition of the selected effect.

For details. (→97)

• If the control ring settings have been changed.

(→106)

Press the shutter button halfway to focus

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[Panorama Shot] mode

Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small

circular motion in the selected direction to start recording

• Taking pictures from left to right

2 sec.

3 sec.

1 sec.

Recording direction and progress status

(approximation)

4 sec.

• Pan the camera so that you make a complete circle in approx. 8 seconds

- Pan the camera at a constant speed.

- You may not be able to take pictures successfully if you move the camera too

quickly or too slowly.

- Pan the camera in a small circular motion.

Press the shutter button fully again to end recording

• You can also end recording if you stop panning the camera while taking pictures.

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Changing the recording direction or picture effects

Press

Use the cursor buttons to select the recording direction

to change

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the picture effect and

press [MENU/SET]

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[Panorama Shot] mode

The lens is fixed to its shortest focal length/the utmost W-position.

The focus, exposure and White Balance are all fixed to optimal values for the first

picture.

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If the focusing or brightness of pictures recorded as part of a panorama picture after

the first picture are significantly different from those of the first one, the panorama

picture as a whole (when all pictures are stitched together) may not have consistent

focus and brightness.

The following functions are fixed to the settings indicated below.

[Stabilizer]: [OFF] [Date Stamp]: [OFF]

●

[White Balance] cannot be set when applying picture effects.

Since several pictures are stitched together to create a panorama picture, some

subjects may be distorted or the joining sections of successively taken pictures that

are stitched may be noticeable.

●

The resolution per horizontal line and vertical line of a panorama picture varies

depending on the recording direction and number of stitched pictures.

The maximum resolution is as follows:

●

• Taking pictures in landscape orientation: Approx. 8000 x 1080 pixels

• Taking pictures in portrait orientation: Approx. 1440 x 8000 pixels

Panorama pictures may not be created or pictures may not be recorded properly in

the case of the following subjects or in the following recording conditions:

• Subjects that have totally monotone areas or a pattern (sky, beach, etc.)

• Moving subjects (persons, animals, vehicles, waves, or flowers swaying in the wind,

etc.)

●

• Subjects whose colors or patterns change quickly (such as an image appearing on

a display)

• Dark locations

• Locations with a flickering light source (fluorescent lamp, candle light, etc.)

When set to [High Key], the effect may be difficult to see, depending on the brightness

of the subject.

●

When set to [Impressive Art], stitches may stand out.

While recording with [Soft Focus] [Star Filter], you cannot see the effects on the

monitor or the viewfinder.

●

The settings will be stored when the camera is turned off.

●

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About panorama playback

Panorama pictures can be enlarged by operating the zoom lever the same way as with

other still pictures. If you play back panorama pictures in the same way as playing back

a motion picture, the panorama pictures are scrolled automatically. (→48)

• Unlike motion picture playback, you cannot perform fast forward or fast rewind while

the panorama pictures are scrolling automatically. (You can perform single-frame

forward or rewind while the automatic scrolling operation is paused.)

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Taking pictures

[Scene Mode]

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Recording modes:

Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure,

coloring, etc.) for given scenes.

Set the mode dial to

Use the cursor buttons to select the type of scene, and then

press [MENU/SET]

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Changing the selected scene mode

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Scene Mode] menu and press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the type of scene and press [MENU/SET]

Recording motion pictures in

For recording a motion picture at the optimum settings for the selected scene.

• Motion pictures cannot be recorded in [3D Photo Mode].

• Some scene modes are switched to the following scene modes:

Selected scene mode

Scene modes for motion picture

[Baby]

Portrait motion picture

Low light motion picture

Normal motion picture

[Night Portrait], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot],

[Starry Sky]

[Sports], [HDR], [Pet]

Selecting a Scene mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the coloring of

your picture.

●

The following [Rec] menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be

selected manually.

●

[Sensitivity], [Metering Mode], [i.Exposure], [Min. Shtr Speed], [i.Resolution],

[Color Mode]

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[Scene Mode]

• How to select a scene (→108)

[Portrait]

Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions.

■

Tips

• The longer the set focal length, i.e. the zoom lens is set to the T limit and a distant

background is selected, the greater the effect will be.

[Soft Skin]

Smoothes skin colors in bright, outdoor daylight conditions (portraits from chest upwards).

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Tips

• The longer the set focal length, i.e. the zoom lens is set to the T limit and a distant

background is selected, the greater the effect will be.

[Scenery]

Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects.

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[Scene Mode]

• How to select a scene (→108)

[Sports]

Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports.

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Tips

• Stand at least 5m (16 feet) away.

The shutter speed may slow down to 1 second.

●

[Night Portrait]

Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness.

■

Tips

• Use flash.

• The subject should not move.

• Using a tripod and/or the self-timer is recommended.

The shutter speed may slow down to 8 seconds.

After recording, the shutter may stay closed (up to 8 seconds) to process the file. This

is not a malfunction.

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[Night Scenery]

Takes clear pictures of night scenes.

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Tips

• Using a tripod and/or the self-timer is recommended.

The shutter speed may slow down to 8 seconds.

After recording, the shutter may stay closed (up to 8 seconds) to process the file. This

is not a malfunction.

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[Scene Mode]

• How to select a scene (→108)

[Handheld Night Shot]

For creating less blurry still pictures of night scenes with less noise by combining a series

of still pictures.

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Tips

• After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during the

exposure series.

• Stand at least 5m (16 feet) away.

Since a series of still pictures are combined after they have been recorded, it will take

a few moments before you will be able to take another picture.

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[HDR]

The camera can combine several still pictures taken with different exposures into a single

picture with rich gradation. The individual pictures used to create the HDR picture are

not saved. You can minimize the loss of gradations in bright and dark areas when, for

example, the contrast between background and subject is large.

■

What is HDR?

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range and refers to a technique for creating a wide

contrast range.

■

Tips

• After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during the

exposure series.

Since a series of still pictures are combined after they have been recorded, it will take

●

a few moments before you will be able to take another picture.

A subject that was in motion when it was captured may be recorded as an afterimage.

The camera may take a single still picture instead of several pictures under certain

recording conditions.

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[Food]

Takes natural-looking pictures of food.

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[Scene Mode]

• How to select a scene (→108)

[Baby]

This takes pictures of children with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the

light from it is weaker than usual.

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To record age and name

[Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately.

Use the cursor buttons to select [Age] or [Name], and then

press [MENU/SET]

Select [SET] with the cursor buttons, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Set the birthday and name

Age: Set the birthday with the cursor buttons, and press [MENU/SET]

Name: (See “Entering Text”: (→65))

Use the cursor buttons to select [Exit], and then press

[MENU/SET]

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Tips

• Make sure [Age] and [Name] are [ON] before taking a picture.

The age display format depends on [Language] setting.

The shutter speed may slow down to 1 second.

Text may also be stamped onto the still picture using [Text Stamp].

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[Pet]

For recording an animals’ age and name when taking pictures.

• Refer to [Baby] for other tips etc.

[Sunset]

For taking sharp pictures of scenes such as sunsets.

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[Scene Mode]

• How to select a scene (→108)

[Starry Sky]

Gives starry skies and dark subjects a clear appearance.

Use the cursor buttons to select the shutter speed, and then

press [MENU/SET]

■

Settings: [15 sec.] / [30 sec.] / [60 sec.]

■

Tips

• Using a tripod and/or the self-timer is recommended.

Do not move the camera until the countdown is finished. After taking the picture, the

countdown is displayed again while the file is processed.

[Stabilizer] mode does not work.

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[Through window]

The camera prioritizes focusing on distant subjects. Suitable for taking pictures such as a

landscapes through windows of a train/vehicle or building.

If there are stains such as dust or a reflection on the window, the camera may focus

on it instead of a subject.

●

The color of pictures may appear unnatural due to the color of the window. (You may

be able to reproduce the appropriate color by adjusting the White Balance.)

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[Scene Mode]

• How to select a scene (→108)

[3D Photo Mode]

Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two

pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture.

To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This camera will play back

in 2D). (→205)

• 3D still pictures are recorded in the MPO format (3D).

• The resolution is fixed to 2M

Start the recording and then pan the

camera horizontally straight from left

to right

• A guide is displayed while recording.

• Move the camera approximately 10cm (4″)

within approximately 4 seconds using the guide.

Tips for 3D pictures

• Stationary subjects should be preferred.

• Bright locations or outdoor situations should be preferred.

• Press the shutter button halfway to fix focus and exposure, press it fully, and then

pan the camera.

• Hold the camera so that the subject is slightly to the right of the center on the

screen at the start of the recording. This makes it easier to position the subject in

the center of the recorded picture.

3D still pictures cannot be recorded when holding the camera vertically.

●

The zoom lens is fixed to the shortest focal length /the utmost W-position.

The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted. However, it is increased to make the

shutter speed faster.

●

Motion pictures cannot be recorded.

[Stabilizer] mode does not work.

●

When any of the recording conditions listed below exist, it may be impossible to

record any images at all. Or there may be no 3D effect, or the image may be distorted

even if a picture is recorded.

• When the subject is too dark or too bright

• When the subject’s brightness changes

• When the subject is moving

• When the subject lacks contrast

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Taking pictures

Registering your own settings in [Custom] mode

Registering your preferred recording mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.]

and setting the mode dial to

allows you to switch quickly to those settings.

[Cust.Set Mem.]

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Recording modes:

Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered.

Select the recording mode you wish to register and set the

[Rec] menu, [Motion Picture] menu, [Setup] menu, etc.

Select [Cust.Set Mem.] from the [Setup] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

Use the cursor buttons to select custom set for registration,

and then press [MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with the cursor buttons and then

press [MENU/SET].

• The custom settings registered in [C1] can be used with the

of the mode dial.

It is convenient if the custom setting used often is registered, since it can be used

by just setting the mode dial.

• The custom settings registered in [C2-1], [C2-2] or [C2-3] can be selected in the

of the mode dial. Up to 3 custom settings can be registered, so select the one

matching the needs.

Some menu items are not saved, such as [Clock Set] and [Beep].

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Registering your own settings in [Custom] mode

[Custom]

■

Recording modes:

Settings registered in [Cust.Set Mem.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial

Set the mode dial to

([Custom] mode)

• When set to

→ The camera switches to the recording mode and settings registered in

• When set to

→ Perform steps

Use the cursor buttons to select custom set

• Use and to confirm the registered settings.

• Only the main menu items are displayed.

Press [MENU/SET] to enter the settings

The camera switches to the recording mode and settings of the selected custom

set.

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When changing the menu settings

Even if the menu settings are changed temporarily when [C1], [C2-1], [C2-2] or

[C2-3] is selected for using the custom set, the currently registered settings will

remain unchanged.

To change the currently registered settings, overwrite the registered data using [Cust.

Set Mem.] (→115) in the [Setup] menu.

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Changing from one

([Custom] menu)

Press [MENU/SET]

Select the [Custom] menu and press [MENU/SET]

Use to select custom set and press [MENU/SET]

custom setting to another

custom setting

Recording motion pictures in

Records motion pictures in the registered recording mode.

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Taking pictures

Registering preferred functions to the [FN]

button

■

Recording modes:

For registering frequently used functions from the [Rec], [Setup] or other menus to the

[FN] button for faster operation.

• [Composition Guide] is the function set at the time of purchase.

■

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■

How to register

Select [Fn Button Set] from the [Setup] menu, and then press

[MENU/SET] (→52)

Use the cursor buttons to select the function to register, and

then press [MENU/SET]

Functions that can be registered

[Focus Area Set] (→85)

[Composition Guide] (→68)

[AF/AE Lock] (→86)

[Quality] (→129)

[Histogram] (→57)

[1 Shot AF] (→87)

[AF Mode] (→81)

[Metering Mode] (→134)

Using registered functions

Press the [FN] button

• The registered function is called up.

The [Fn Button Set] does not function in the following cases.

• [Creative Control] mode ([Miniature Effect], [One Point Color])

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Taking pictures

Changing the settings assigned to the

control ring

■

Recording modes:

For changing the settings assigned to the control ring.

Select [Control Ring Set] from the [Setup] menu, and then

press [MENU/SET] (→52)

Use the cursor buttons to select the setting to change, and

then press [MENU/SET]

Settings that can be assigned

• [Step Zoom] (→74)

●

• [Exposure Comp.] (→90)

• [Aspect Ratio] (→128)

• [Sensitivity] (→130)

• [White Balance] (→131)

To return to the default setting, select [Default Control] from [Control Ring Set].

The changed setting may not work depending on the recording mode.

The control ring cannot be used to for manual focusing if its settings have been

changed.

●

For [Snapshot Mode], the setting is fixed to [Step Zoom].

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Taking pictures

Exposure series function

■

Recording modes:

¹Not available in the following modes: [Handheld Night Shot] [HDR] [Starry Sky] [3D Photo Mode]

²Not available in the following modes: [Toy Effect] [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus] [Star Filter]

A series pictures is recorded when the shutter button is pressed fully. This allows you to

capture moving subjects in sequences and/or to select the most favorable picture.

Press

Use the cursor buttons to select [Burst], and then press

[MENU/SET]

• To change the setting: Press the [DISP] button and select a setting with

No. of

pictures

Setting

Speed

Description

• The frame rate is adjusted automatically in

accordance with the movements of people,

animals or other subjects. ([Intelligent Burst

mode])

• When a fast-moving subject is recorded, the

frame rate becomes faster and the number

of pictures that can be recorded in a series is

restricted to about 10.

Approx. 2 - 10

pictures/sec.

100

• The subject is brought into focus as far as this

is allowed by the frame rate (excluding [MF]).

However, when the function is operating during

motion picture recording, the focus is fixed to

the first picture.

Approx. 2

pictures/sec.

100

• The pictures are taken with the exposure and

White Balance continually being adjusted.

• The frame rate may be reduced under certain

recording conditions.

Approx. 5

pictures/sec.

³[Snapshot Mode] only

⁴The number of pictures is limited by the picture-taking conditions and the type and/or status

of the memory card used.

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Exposure series function

No. of

pictures

Setting

Speed

Description

Approx. 10

pictures/sec.

• Focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed in

the first picture.

• Focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed in

the first picture.

• The resolution setting may be reduced.

40 pictures/sec.

60 pictures/sec.

• Focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed in

the first picture.

• The recordable range is reduced.

• The resolution setting may be reduced.

• An exposure series can be recorded even in

low light conditions with flash. ([Flash Burst])

• Focus, exposure, and flash level are all fixed to

the settings for the first picture.

Complies with

recording

conditions

¹The number of pictures is limited by the picture-taking conditions and the type and/or status

of the memory card used.

²When [Quality] is set to [ ], [ ] or [

], pictures are not recorded.

³Only in [Program AE], [Aperture-Priority] and [Shutter-Priority] modes

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Note on the resolution setting

[Aspect Ratio]

5M, 3M, 0.3M

4.5M, 2.5M, 0.3M

3.5M, 2M, 0.2M

2.5M, 0.3M

3M, 0.3M

3.5M, 0.2M

3.5M, 2.5M, 0.2M

2M, 0.2M

To cancel the exposure series mode

In step , select [

] or [

]

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Exposure series function

Pictures taken with the

group). (→143)

setting are recorded together as a group (picture

●

Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the second and subsequent

pictures may be recorded brighter or darker when using the exposure series function

●

at the

setting.

The frame rate may be reduced if shutter speed is reduced in darker locations.

●

The pictures taken using the exposure series mode at the

distorted if the subjects were moving or the camera was moved.

The flash is set to [Forced Flash Off]. (Excluding [Flash Burst])

Settings will be stored even if the camera is turned off.

When [Snapshot Mode] is set or Scene mode is set to [Night Portrait] or [Night

Scenery], and cannot be selected.

setting may be

●

It may take a while to store the pictures that were taken using the exposure series

mode. If you continue to record while storing, the number of pictures that can be taken

will be reduced. A high-speed memory card is recommended when recording using

the exposure series mode.

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You cannot change the focal length (zoom) during serial exposures.

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Using the Face Recognition function

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Recording modes:

¹Not available in the following modes: [Night Scenery] [Handheld Night Shot] [Food] [Starry Sky]

[3D Photo Mode]

²Not available in the following modes: [Miniature Effect] [Soft Focus]

• The default [Face Recog.] setting is [OFF].

• When face pictures are registered, the setting will be [ON] automatically.

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How the Face Recognition function works

During recording

• The camera recognizes a registered face and adjusts

focus and exposure.

• When registered faces that have set names are

recognized, the names are displayed (up to 3 persons).

During playback

• The name and age are displayed (if this information is

registered).

• The names that have been set for the recognized faces are displayed

(up to 3 persons).

• Only pictures of the selected registered persons are played back ([Category

Selection] in [Filtering Play] or [Slide Show]).

■

Recording tips when registering face pictures

• Make sure the person’s eyes are open and mouth closed; have the person face the

camera directly, and make sure the outline of the face, the eyes and eyebrows are

not hidden by hair.

• Make sure there are no heavy shadows on the face. (During registration, the flash is

not used.)

If the camera seems to have difficulty recognizing faces when recording

• Register additional pictures of the same person’s face, indoors and outdoors or with

different expressions or angles.

• Register additional pictures at the place you are recording.

• If a registered person is no longer recognized, re-register that person.

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Taking pictures

Using the Face Recognition function

Face Recognition searches for faces similar to those registered, but there is no

guarantee it will always recognize these faces. In some cases, the camera cannot

recognize or incorrectly recognizes even registered people depending on their

expression or the environment.

Even if Face Recognition information is changed, the Face Recognition

information for previously recorded pictures is not changed.

For example, if a name is changed, pictures recorded before the change are not

categorized for Face Recognition in [Category Selection].

●

During an exposure series, recording information relating to Face Recognition is only

added to the first picture.

●

If you press the shutter button halfway, then point the camera at a different person

and record, recording information for a different person may be added to the picture.

Face recognition does not work during motion picture recording.

Even if Face Recognition information is registered, pictures recorded when the name

is [OFF] are not categorized for Face Recognition in [Category Selection].

To change name information for pictures already recorded, perform a [REPLACE]

(→168) in [Face Rec Edit].

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Taking pictures

Using the Face Recognition function

Registering face pictures

Up to 6 person’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and

date of birth.

You can facilitate Face Recognition by the way you register faces: for example, register

multiple face pictures of the same person (up to 3 pictures in one registration).

Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu (→52)

Select [MEMORY] with the cursor buttons, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Select [New] with the cursor buttons, and then press

[MENU/SET]

• If 6 persons are already registered, first delete a registered person. (→125)

Take the face picture

Align the face with the guide and shoot

Select [Yes] with the cursor buttons, and then press

[MENU/SET]

• If re-recording, select [No]

• Faces of subjects other than persons (e.g. animals)

cannot be registered.

• When the [DISP] button is pressed, an explanation is

displayed.

Press

to select the item for editing, and then [MENU/SET]

[Name]

Select [SET] with the cursor buttons, and then press [MENU/SET]

Enter the name (See “Entering Text”: (→65))

[Age]

Set the birth date.

Select [SET] with the cursor buttons, and then press [MENU/SET]

Use

to select year, month and day, set with

, and press

[MENU/SET]

[Focus Icon]

[Add Images]

Change the icon that is displayed when the person is in focus.

Select the focus icon with the cursor buttons, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Up to 3 face pictures of the person can be registered.

Use the cursor buttons to select [Add Images], and then press

[MENU/SET]

• When a registered face picture is selected with the cursor buttons, a

screen to confirm deletion is displayed. Select [Yes] to delete the face

picture

(If only one picture is registered, it cannot be deleted.)

Record the picture (Step

above)

Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

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Taking pictures

Using the Face Recognition function

Editing or deleting information about registered persons

Information about registered faces can be edited or deleted.

Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu (→52)

Select [MEMORY] with the cursor buttons, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the picture of the person to

be edited or deleted, and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the item, and then press

[MENU/SET]

[Info Edit]

[Priority]

For editing a name or other registered information. (→124)

For setting the priority order for focus and exposure.

Select the registration order with the cursor buttons, and then press

[MENU/SET]

[Delete]

For deleting information and face pictures of registered persons.

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Taking pictures

Useful features for travel

[Travel Date]

If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the

picture was taken will be recorded.

Select [Travel Date] from the [Setup] menu (→52)

Use the cursor buttons to select [Travel Setup], and then

press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [SET], and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the departure date, and then

press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the return date, and then

press [MENU/SET]

■

To record [Location]

Once the [Travel Setup] is set, you can set the location.

Select [Location] in step

above

Use the cursor buttons to select [SET], and then press [MENU/SET]

Enter your location (Entering text (→65))

The travel date is calculated from the set departure date and the date set in the

camera’s clock. When the destination is set in [World Time], the elapsed days are

calculated based on local destination time.

●

When [Travel Setup] is set to [OFF], the number of elapsed days is not recorded. It is

not displayed even if [Travel Setup] is set to [SET] after recording.

If settings are made before departure date, the number of days to departure are not

recorded.

●

To print [Location] or the number of days that have passed, use [Text Stamp].

[Travel Date] cannot be recorded for AVCHD motion pictures.

[Location] cannot be recorded for MP4 motion pictures.

This mode is not available when using [Snapshot Mode]. The settings in other

recording modes are applied.

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Taking pictures

Useful features for travel

[World Time]

For setting the recording date and time with the local time at your destination.

Select [World Time] from the [Setup] menu (→52)

• A message will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press

[MENU/SET] and skip to step

Use the cursor buttons to select [Destination], and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select area, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Current time at selected

destination

City/area name

Difference to home time

■

To set daylight savings

Press in step . (Press again to release the setting)

• When daylight savings is set, the current time is advanced by 1 hour. If the setting is

canceled, the time automatically returns to the current time.

When you come back from your travel destination

Select [Home] and press [MENU/SET] twice in step

If you cannot find your destination in the area displayed on the screen, set it based on

the difference to your home time.

●

is displayed on the screen for pictures recorded at the destination when they are

played back.

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

You can perform settings such as color rendition, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and resolution.

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Aspect Ratio]

■

Recording modes:

¹Not available when using [3D Photo Mode].

For setting the aspect ratio of pictures.

■

Settings:

Picture edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance.

●

[Picture Size]

■

Recording modes:

²Not available when using [3D Photo Mode].

Set the resolution (number of pixels) of pictures. The number of pictures which can be

recorded depends on this setting and on [Quality].

■

Settings

[Aspect Ratio]

4:3

12M

3:2

10.5M

16:9

1:1

4000×3000

3264×2448

4000×2672

4000×2248

2992×2992

3264×2176

3264×1840

2448×2448

4.5M

2560×1712

3.5M

2560×1440

3.5M

1920×1920

Resolution

2560×1920

2.5M

2048×1360

1920×1080

2.5M

1536×1536

2048×1536

0.3M

640×480

0.3M

640×424

0.2M

640×360

0.2M

480×480

³This setting is not available in

([Snapshot Mode]).

A mosaic effect may appear depending on subject and recording conditions.

●

[Picture Size] is not available when [Quality] is set to [

●

Setting guide

Higher resolution

Lower resolution

Sharper

Less detailed

Lower recording

capacity

Higher recording

capacity

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Quality]

■

Recording modes:

This function allows you to select the file format, e. g. JPEG and/or RAW, and in the

case of JPEG, the compression rate. [RAW] is especially suited for the subsequent

comprehensive editing of the image data using respective software such as Adobe^®

Photoshop^®Lightroom^®, which is available after registering your camera on the Leica

Camera AG homepage (→209). The JPEG setting [Fine] delivers higher image quality than

[Standard] due to its lower compression rate, while the latter has the advantage of smaller

files.

■

Settings

Gives priority to picture quality by saving pictures in

JPEG file format with a low compression rate.

[Fine]

Gives priority to file size by saving pictures in JPEG file

format using a standard compression rate.

[Standard]

[RAW+Fine]

Saves pictures in JPEG and RAW file format.

[RAW+Standard]

[RAW]

Saves pictures in the RAW file format only.

Simultaneously saves 3D picture data (MPO) and

pictures in JPEG file format. (Only when [3D Photo

Mode] Scene mode is set.)

[3D+Fine]

[3D+Standard]

If you delete a RAW file from the camera, the corresponding JPEG file is also deleted.

You cannot set the resolution. (The pictures are saved using the maximum recordable

resolution for each aspect ratio.)

■

About the RAW format

You can perform comprehensive editing of RAW pictures using the available software

available as download after registering your camera at the Leica Camera AG

homepage (→209).

(The edited pictures can be saved in a file format such as JPEG that can be displayed

on your computer.)

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Sensitivity]

■

Recording modes:

[

] cannot be set.

²[AUTO] and [

] cannot be set.

For setting the ISO sensitivity (sensitivity to light) manually.

We recommend higher settings to take sharp, i.e. unblurred pictures in darker locations.

■

Settings: [AUTO] /

[H.12800]

/ [80] / [100] / [200] / [400] / [800] / [1600] / [3200] / [6400] /

Setting guide

[Sensitivity]

[80]

[H.12800]

Location

(recommended)

Bright

(outdoors)

Dark

Shutter speed

Interference

Subject blur

Slow

Low

Fast

High

Low

High

[AUTO] is automatically set in a range up to 1600 based on subject brightness.

is automatically set in a range up to 1600 based on subject movement and

brightness.

●

The [Sensitivity] is automatically set in the following cases:

• When recording motion pictures

●

• [Panorama Shot] mode

• Scene modes

• When [Burst] is set to

The shutter speed is restricted as follows based on the [Sensitivity] setting.

●

[Sensitivity]

Shutter speed

Automatically changes depending on the [Sensitivity] setting.

AUTO /

80 - 1600

250 - 1/4000s

30 - 1/4000s

8 - 1/4000s

2000 - 3200

4000 - 12800

³Only when [Extended ISO] is [ON].

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Extended ISO]

■

Recording modes:

For extending the [Sensitivity] setting to [H.12800].

■

Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

[White Balance]

■

Recording modes:

For setting the color depending on the light source to ensure the desired color rendition.

■

Settings

AWB (automatic)

Automatic adjustment in accordance with the light source.

Matched to the colors under a clear sky.

(clear sky)

(cloudy sky)

(shade)

Matched to the colors under a cloudy sky.

Matched to the colors in the shade.

Matched to the colors under incandescent lights.

For setting a metered white balance value.

For setting a white balance value manually.

(Incandescent lighting)

(set mode)

(set mode settings)

When [AWB] (Automatic White Balance) is set, the color rendition is adjusted in

accordance with the light source. However, if the scene is too bright or too dark or if

other extreme conditions apply, the pictures may appear reddish or bluish. The White

Balance may not operate correctly if there are several different light sources.

Under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixtures etc., the appropriate White Balance

●

will vary depending on the lighting type, so use [AWB] or

The [White Balance] setting is fixed to [AWB] in the following cases:

• Scene modes ([Scenery], [Night Portrait], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot],

[Food], [Sunset], [Starry Sky])

• Except when the [Panorama Shot] mode effect is [No Effect]

Even if the camera is turned off, the set White Balance is remembered. (If the Scene

mode is changed, the white balance setting returns to [AWB] automatically.)

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

■

White Balance fine adjustment (excluding [AWB])

White Balance settings can be individually fine-tuned if colors still do not appear as

desired.

Select the white balance to be fine-tuned, and press the [DISP] button to display the

[WB Adjust.] screen

Adjust with if red is strong, with if blue is strong

Press [MENU/SET]

• Settings are remembered even if the camera is turned off.

• Settings remain applied when using flash.

• Fine adjustments cannot be made when [Color Mode] (→136) is set to [B&W] or

[SEPIA].

■

Manual setting of a metered White Balance value (

For setting a white balance manually based on a metered value.

Select and press [MENU/SET]

Aim the camera at a neutrally-colored, i.e. white or gray object and press

[MENU/SET]

)

White Balance is set to

• Even if the camera is turned off, the set White Balance is remembered.

• It may not be possible to set the correct White Balance if subjects are too bright or too

dark. In this case, adjust the brightness and try to set the White Balance again.

[AWB] operational range:

10000K

Blue sky

9000K

8000K

Cloudy sky (rain)

Shade

7000K

6000K

Sunlight

5000K

White fluorescent lighting

4000K

3000K

Incandescent lighting

Sunset/sunrise

2000K

Candlelight

K=Color temperature in degrees Kelvin

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[AF Mode]

■

Recording modes:

For details (→81).

[Quick AF]

■

Recording modes:

The following modes are fixed to [OFF]: [Night Portrait] [Night Scenery] [Handheld Night Shot]

[Starry Sky]

The focus is automatically adjusted when camera blurring is low even when the shutter

button is not pressed. (Increases battery consumption)

■

Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

Focusing may take slightly longer than usual when simultaneously changing the lens’

●

focal length/zooming or when changing the distance to the subject.

Press the shutter button halfway if focusing is difficult.

[Quick AF] will not work while AF Tracking is operating.

●

[Face Recog.]

■

Recording modes:

For details (→122).

[AF/AE Lock]

■

Recording modes:

For details (→86).

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Metering Mode]

■

Recording modes:

This function allows adapting the metering mode to different subjects and situations.

■

Settings

[Metering Mode]

Metering characteristics

Conditions

The brightness is detected in

different sections of the frame.

The exposure is then based on the

probable main subject

Normal usage (high probability of

automatically correctly exposed main

subjects even with greater brightness

differences)

[Multi Metering]

Use when subject is in the center,

or to deliberately base the exposure

on an off-center subject (provided,

subject is of medium brightness)

The metering sensitivity is

concentrated on the center while

also registering the rest of the frame

[Center Weighted]

[Spot]

Use to base the exposure on very

small subject parts (provided, these

parts are of medium brightness)

Only a small area in the center is

registered

[i.Exposure]

■

Recording modes:

Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is

significant contrast between the main subject and the background.

• When [i.Exposure] works, the color of

changes.

■

Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

Even if [Sensitivity] is set to [80] or [100], when [i.Exposure] is activated, pictures may

be taken at a higher ISO Sensitivity than the setting.

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Min. Shtr Speed]

■

Recording modes:

For setting the minimum shutter speed. Slower shutter speeds can be employed to

achieve brighter pictures in dark locations, provided the increased danger of camera

shake is considered.

■

Settings: [AUTO] [1/250] [1/125] [1/60] [1/30] [1/15] [1/8] [1/4] [1/2] [1]

Since slower shutter speeds increase the risk of camera shake, we recommend using

a tripod and/or the self-timer.

●

As pictures may become dark when using faster shutter speeds such as [1/250], we

recommend to prefer bright locations in such cases ( flashes red when the shutter

button is pressed halfway if the picture may be underexposed).

is displayed on the screen for settings other than [AUTO].

●

[i.Resolution]

■

Recording modes:

You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to record still pictures with

sharper outlines and clearer resolution.

■

Settings: [ON] / [i.ZOOM] / [OFF]

About [i.ZOOM] (→73)

●

[Digital Zoom]

■

Recording modes:

For extending the zoom range 4 times further than with Optical/Extended optical zoom.

Note that enlarging will decrease picture quality with Digital Zoom.

For details (→73).

■

Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Color Mode]

■

Recording modes:

Settings: [STANDARD] / [VIVID] ¹(Vivid looking picture) /

[Happy] ²(For taking a picture with a higher level of color brightness

and vividness) / [B&W] / [SEPIA]

¹Except [Snapshot Mode]

²[Snapshot Mode] only

[AF Assist Lamp]

■

Recording modes:

³The following modes are fixed to [OFF]: [Scenery] [Night Scenery] [Handheld Night Shot] [Sunset]

[Through window]

Switches on the lamp in poor light to facilitate focusing.

• The AF Assist Lamp has an effective range of approx. 1.5m (5 feet).

■

Settings

[ON]

The lamp lights up in poor ambient light when the shutter button is pressed halfway

appears)

(

The lamp does not light up, regardless of the ambient light. (taking pictures of animals in

the dark, etc.)

[OFF]

Do not cover the lamp with your fingers or look at it from close range.

●

[Red-Eye Removal]

■

Recording modes:

⁴The setting is set to [OFF] except in the following Scene modes: [Portrait] [Soft Skin]

[Night Portrait] [Baby]

This mode automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording

with the flash modes with red-eye reduction (

■

Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

Depending on the circumstances, it may not be possible to correct red-eye.

●

When this function is set to [ON], the flash icon changes to [

]/[

●

This function only works when the camera detects a subject as a face.

●

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Motion Deblur]

■

Recording mode:

For details (→32).

[iHandheld Nite Shot]

■

Recording mode:

For details (→32).

[iHDR]

■

Recording mode:

For details (→33).

[Stabilizer]

■

Recording modes:

[Handheld Night Shot] is fixed to [ON].

The following modes are fixed to [OFF]: [Starry Sky] [3D Photo Mode]

This mode automatically detects and reduces the effects of camera shake. When

recording motion pictures, [Active Mode] (stabilizer for motion pictures) will automatically

function. This decreases image blurring when recording motion pictures while walking,

etc.

■

Settings: [ON] / [OFF]

Cases where the stabilizer function may be ineffective:

• When the camera is moved violently

●

• When the lens’ focal length setting is long, i. e. it is zoomed towards its utmost T

position (also in the Digital Zoom range)

• When taking pictures while following a moving subject

• When the shutter speed becomes slower while taking pictures indoors or in dark

places

In [Active Mode], a stronger effect of the correction can be achieved with shorter focal

lengths.

●

In the following case, [Active Mode] will not function even when recording motion

pictures.

●

• When [Rec Quality] is set to [VGA] in [MP4]

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Taking pictures

Using the [Rec] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Date Stamp]

■

Recording modes:

For taking still pictures with the recording date and time stamped on them.

■

Settings: [W/O TIME] / [WITH TIME] / [OFF]

Do not request date printing in store or make date printing on printer for still pictures

with date stamps. (Date printing may be overlapped.)

Date stamps on still pictures cannot be erased.

The date cannot be stamped when [Auto Bracket] or [Burst] is set, when recording a

motion picture, or when the [3D Photo Mode] Scene mode is set.

The setting cannot be changed in [Snapshot Mode]. In other recording modes, the

setting is applied.

●

[Clock Set]

■

Recording modes:

For setting the clock. The function is the same as that in [Setup] menu. (→24)

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Taking pictures

Using the [Motion Picture] menu

You can select the recording mode and picture quality and other settings.

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Rec Format]

■

Recording modes:

For setting the file format of the motion picture that is recorded.

■

Settings

[AVCHD] This is a file format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs.

This file format is suited for playing back motion pictures on a computer and other such

devices.

[MP4]

For details (→41)

●

[Rec Quality]

■

Recording modes:

For setting the resolution of the motion picture that is recorded.

■

Settings

[AVCHD] in [Rec Format]

Item

[FHD]

[HD]

Resolution

Frame rate (fps)

Bit rate

1920×1080

1280×720

approx. 17 Mbps

50i / 60i

50p / 60p

[MP4] in [Rec Format]

Item

[FHD]

[HD]

Resolution

1920×1080

1280×720

640×480

Frame rate (fps)

Bit rate

approx. 20 Mbps

approx. 10 Mbps

approx. 4 Mbps

25p / 30p

[VGA]

25p / 30p

¹With camera models 18 484/-487/-488/-491

²With camera models 18 485/-486/-489/-490

■

About the motion picture icon

[Rec Format]

Resolution

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Taking pictures

Using the [Motion Picture] menu

What is the bit rate

●

This is the volume of data for a definite period of time; the quality becomes higher

when the number gets larger. This camera uses the “VBR” recording method. “VBR”

is the abbreviation of “Variable Bit Rate”, which is changed automatically depending

on the recorded subject to record. Therefore, the recording time is shortened when a

subject with fast movement is recorded.

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Still Picture Size]

■

Recording modes:

For setting [Still Picture Size] for when you take still pictures while recording motion

pictures.

■

Settings

[9M]

For printing up to A3 (11x14″) size prints.

Suitable for display on a high-definition television.

[6M]

[2M]

The aspect ratio becomes [

●

[Continuous AF]

■

Recording modes:

[Starry Sky] is fixed to [OFF].

With this mode on, the focus is constantly adjusted during motion picture recording, or the

focus position is fixed at the start of recording.

■

Settings

[ON]

[OFF]: Fixes the focus position at the start of motion picture recording.

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Taking pictures

Using the [Motion Picture] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Wind Cut]

■

Recording modes:

Not available when using [Miniature Effect].

This mode automatically detects wind noise captured by the microphones and

suppresses it if it is too loud.

■

Settings

[AUTO]: Wind noise is automatically suppressed depending on volume

[OFF]

When [Wind Cut] is set to [AUTO], the sound quality may differ from that of normal

recordings.

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Playback

Changing the picture information displays, etc.

You can change the display of picture information (file number, etc.) and recording

information (settings used for recording, etc.) during playback.

Press the [DISP] button to change the displays

Additional recording

Basic picture information

information

(recording date and time, etc.)

([Flash], [Sensitivity] etc.)

No information

During enlarged viewing, Motion Picture Playback, Slide Show:

You can only turn the displays on or off.

During Multi Playback or calendar screen: Displays cannot be changed.

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Playback

Playing back pictures recorded using the serial

exposure function

Pictures taken with the

setting are recorded together as a group (picture group).

■

Representative picture display

A representative picture (first of the exposures) is displayed when it is displayed

together with other still or motion pictures.

• All the pictures in a picture group can be deleted or

edited together.

• Continuous playback can be performed using the same

operations as for motion pictures. (→48)

Number of exposure series pictures

■

Display within each picture group (

Still pictures recorded by a single exposure series can be displayed separately or as a

list.

)

Press while the representative first exposure series

picture is being displayed

The display within each picture group appears on the screen.

On the display within each picture group, only the series of pictures are displayed.

• To return to the representative screen display → Press

■

Re-acquiring the picture group information

When the camera is turned on, the

(acquiring information icon) may appear.

While is displayed, pictures cannot be deleted and the [Playback] menu cannot

be used. Only [All] or [Calendar] is available as the [Playback Mode].

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Playback

Playing back pictures recorded using the serial exposure function

If only one still picture is left in a picture group after deletion or other operations, it will

not be formed into a group.

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Serial exposure pictures will not be grouped if recorded without setting the clock.

When pictures set to [Favorite] are played back using [Slide Show] or [Filtering Play],

the pictures cannot be displayed in a group.

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The following operations cannot be performed while a representative first serial

exposure picture is being displayed.

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• [Auto Retouch]

• [Creative Retouch]

• [Cropping] of [Playback] menu

The serially exposed pictures recorded by another device may not be recognized as

picture group pictures.

If the total number of still pictures exceeds 50,000, subsequently recorded pictures

will not be grouped.

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Playback

Different playback methods

Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways.

To change the Playback mode, refer to and perform the following steps.

Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode

The menu selection screen is displayed.

Use the cursor buttons to select [Playback Mode] menu, and

then press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select the Playback mode, and then press

[MENU/SET]

[2D/3D Settings]

Switches the output format between 2D and 3D pictures. (Only

available during HDMI output.) (→205)

[All]

Plays back all pictures. (→44)

[Slide Show]

Automatically plays back recorded pictures, one after another.

(→150)

[Filtering Play]

[Calendar]

Plays back the pictures after narrowing them down according to

various conditions. (→146)

Displays pictures by date of recording. (→152)

If the pictures displayed with [Slide Show] or [Filtering Play] are the those selected,

selecting [All] will cancel the filtering.

The playback method automatically becomes [All] when the camera is turned on, or

when switching from [Rec] mode to [Playback Mode].

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[2D/3D Settings]

• For switching the [Playback Mode] (above)

The playback method for the 3D pictures can be switched. This menu is only displayed

during HDMI output. For the procedure for playing back a 3D still picture (→205).

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Playback

Selecting pictures to play back

Allows selecting the pictures to be displayed with set filters, such as recording dates,

categories, or favorite pictures.

Select [Filtering Play] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→145)

Select the filtering method using the cursor buttons, and then

press [MENU/SET]

[Picture Only]

[Video Only]

[3D Play]

Plays back only still pictures. (→147)

Plays back only motion pictures. (→147)

Plays back only 3D still pictures. (→147)

[Category

Selection]

Plays back pictures that have been selected according to a category, such

as Scene mode. (→148)

[Select Date]

[Favorite]

Plays back only the pictures taken on the selected date. (→149)

Plays back only the pictures set as [Favorite]. (→149)

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About operations during [Filtering Play]

During [Filtering Play], the operation when is pressed in the 1-picture Playback

screen is different. Select the operation you want to perform and press [MENU/SET].

• [Retouch]: Retouching pictures (→153)

• [Burst Play]: Plays back only serially exposed pictures, one after another (→143)

• [Play Video]: Plays back only motion pictures (→48)

• [Play Panorama]: Plays back panorama pictures (→107)

• [Change Date]: Changes the recording date to display (→149)

• [Filtering Off]: Switches Playback mode to [All] (→145)

Canceling filtering

During [Filtering Play], only pictures under the set filters are displayed.

In the following cases, filtering will be canceled.

• When is pressed in the 1-picture Playback screen and [Filtering Off] is selected

• When [All] is selected from the [Playback Mode] menu

• When switching to Recording mode

• When the camera is turned off

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Playback

Selecting pictures to play back

Selecting according to picture type

Selected according to a picture type, such as still pictures only or motion pictures only,

then play them back.

Select [Picture Only] / [Video Only] / [3D Play] in [Filtering

Play], and then press [MENU/SET] (→146)

Plays back only still pictures. (Also applies to panorama and continuously

recorded pictures)

[Picture Only]

[Video Only]

[3D Play]

Plays back only AVCHD and MP4 motion pictures.

Plays back only 3D still pictures taken using [3D Photo Mode] Scene mode.

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Playback

Selecting pictures to play back

Selecting a picture according to category or a person in the picture

For playing back pictures that have been selected according to a category, such as

Scene mode. Also, from among the pictures taken using the Face Recognition function

(→122), select a person in the picture and play back.

Select [Category Selection] in [Filtering Play], and then press

[MENU/SET] (→146)

Use the cursor buttons to select the setting, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Selects a person registered to Face Recognition and displays the pictures

[Face Recog.]

Use the cursor buttons to select a person, and then press [MENU/SET]

Only displays pictures taken with [Portrait], [Soft Skin], [Night Portrait],

[Baby] from Scene mode

[Portrait etc.]

Only displays pictures taken with Panorama mode, and [Scenery], [Sunset],

[Through window] from Scene mode

[Scenery etc.]

[Night Scenery Only displays pictures taken with [Night Portrait], [Night Scenery],

[Handheld Night Shot], [Starry Sky] from Scene mode

etc.]

[Events]

[Baby]

[Pet]

Only displays pictures taken with [Sports] from Scene mode

Only displays pictures taken with [Baby] from Scene mode

Only displays pictures taken with [Pet] from Scene mode

Only displays pictures taken with [Food] from Scene mode

Only displays pictures taken when [Travel Date] is set

[Food]

[Travel Date]

[Burst

Shooting]

Only displays pictures taken with

in serial exposure mode

Even if the scene is auto-detected with [Snapshot Mode], it will be categorized in the same

way.

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Playback

Selecting pictures to play back

Selecting according to the recording date

For selecting the recorded date, and playing only those pictures back.

Select [Select Date] in [Filtering Play], and then press [MENU/

SET] (→146)

Use the cursor buttons to select recording date, and then

press [MENU/SET]

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To change the date to display

Press in the 1-picture Playback screen

Use the cursor buttons to select [Change Date], and then press [MENU/SET]

Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen. If the clock

was not set, pictures will be displayed as January 1st, 2013.

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Pictures taken with destination settings made in [World Time] are displayed in the

calendar screen using the appropriate date for the destination’s time zone.

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Selecting favorite pictures

For selecting pictures that were set in [Favorite] from the [Playback] menu, and playing

only those pictures back.

Select [Favorite] in [Filtering Play], and then press

[MENU/SET] (→146)

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Playback

Playing back pictures in order automatically

For automatically playing pictures back in order. Recommended when viewing on a TV.

Select [Slide Show] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→145)

Use the cursor buttons to select [Start], and then press

[MENU/SET]

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To select pictures for automatic play back

If you have previously selected the pictures to display for [Filtering Play] from the

[Playback Mode] menu, the Slide Show will play back with the same criteria.

If you want to reselect pictures to play back: Use the cursor buttons to select [Filtering],

and then press [MENU/SET]

• For details on how to select (→146)

• The filtering will not be canceled, even after the Slide Show finishes.

• If you select [All], the filtering will be canceled.

To change settings such as music or display time

Use the cursor buttons to select [Setup] and press [MENU/SET]

[Effect]

[NATURAL] / [SLOW] / [SWING] / [URBAN] / [OFF]

[1SEC] / [2SEC] / [3SEC] / [5SEC]

[ON] / [OFF]

[Duration]

[Repeat]

[Sound]

[OFF]: Music and audio will not play back.

[AUTO]: With still pictures, music will play back, and with motion pictures, audio

will play back.

[Music]: Music effect will play back.

[Audio]: Audio is played back from motion pictures.

In the following case, [Effect] is fixed to [OFF]. The [Duration] setting is also disabled.

• [Motion Pic. Only]

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Playback

Playing back pictures in order automatically

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Operations during Slide Show

Cursor buttons

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The operation guide appears on the bottom right of the screen.

Pause/play

Volume down

Volume up

Stop

• If you do not perform any operation for approx. 2 seconds, the operation guide is

turned off. To display the guide again, press the [DISP] button.

Control dial

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When [URBAN] has been selected, the picture may appear in black and white as a

screen effect.

●

When panorama pictures, motion pictures, or serially exposed pictures (picture group)

are played back, the [Duration] setting is disabled.

Part of [Effect] cannot be used when displaying pictures on a TV using an HDMI micro

cable or when displaying pictures recorded in portrait position.

Screen effects do not operate during a [3D Play] slide show.

Music effects cannot be added.

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Playback

Searching by recording date

This mode allows you to search for pictures according to the date they were recorded.

Select [Calendar] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→145)

Use the cursor buttons to select the recording date to display

• Only months when pictures were taken are shown on

the calendar screen.

Press [MENU/SET] to display a list of pictures from the

selected date

Use the cursor buttons to select picture, and then press

[MENU/SET]

If there is more than one picture recorded on the same date, the first picture taken on

that date will be selected.

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You can display the calendar between January 2000 to December 2099.

Pictures recorded without configuring [Clock Set] will show the date January 1st,

2013.

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Pictures taken with destination settings made in [World Time] are displayed in the

calendar screen using the appropriate date for the destination’s time zone.

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Playback

Retouching pictures

[Auto Retouch]

You can adjust the color and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance.

• New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to

edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or the memory

card.

• Example picture

Select a still picture to retouch during playback, and then

press

Use the cursor buttons to select [Auto Retouch], and then

press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [ON], and then press

[MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the new retouched still

picture is saved.

• When [OFF] is selected, you can restore a picture to its original condition (before

retouching).

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Operation from the [Playback] menu

Select [Retouch] in the [Playback] menu, and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Auto Retouch], and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select picture, and then press [MENU/SET]

Read Step

above to perform further steps.

The retouch effect may be less apparent in some still pictures.

Some still pictures may have higher noise levels after retouching.

It may not be possible to use [Auto Retouch] with still pictures that have already been

retouched.

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It may not be possible to retouch still pictures recorded with other cameras.

You cannot retouch the pictures in a picture group as a group. Retouch each picture in

a picture group separately after displaying it.

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[Auto Retouch] is cannot be used in the following cases:

• Motion pictures

●

• Panorama pictures

• 3D still pictures

• Still pictures recorded with the [Quality] setting [ ], [ ] or [

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Playback

Retouching pictures

[Creative Retouch]

This mode allows you to retouch recorded still pictures by selecting the effect that you

want to apply.

• New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Creative Retouch]. Before starting

to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or the memory

card.

Select a still picture to retouch during playback, and then

press

Use the cursor buttons to select [Creative Retouch], and then

press [MENU/SET]

Press

to select effect

• The picture retouched with the selected effect is displayed.

• When [No Effect] is selected, you can restore a picture to its original condition

(before retouching).

Setting

[Expressive]

Effect

This effect creates a pop art style picture that enhances the color.

This effect creates the soft appearance of a tarnished picture.

This effect adds a bright, soft and nostalgic feel to the overall image.

[Retro]

[Old Days]

This effect creates a brighter and lighter toned appearance for the entire

picture.

[High Key]

This effect creates a darker somber appearance for the entire picture to

emphasize the bright sections.

[Low Key]

[Sepia]

This effect creates a picture with sepia tone.

This effect creates a monochromatic picture with a higher contrast and

more dramatic atmosphere.

[Dynamic Monochrome]

An effect with strong contrast that illustrates a surreal and dramatic

atmosphere.

[Impressive Art]

[High Dynamic]

[Cross Process]

This effect creates a picture with a well-balanced brightness for the entire

picture (from dark areas to bright areas).

This effect creates a unique atmosphere with surprising colors.

• Use the cursor buttons to adjust coloring, then press [MENU/SET].

This effect creates a picture that resembles pictures taken by a toy

camera with a reduced amount of peripheral light.

[Toy Effect]

• Use the cursor buttons to adjust coloring, then press [MENU/SET].

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Playback

Retouching pictures

Setting

Effect

[Miniature Effect]

This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama.

This effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally slightly reducing

sharpness in the entire picture.

[Soft Focus]

This effect adds reflections in the shape of a cross to all small and very

bright light sources.

[Star Filter]

This effect creates a monochromatic picture and retains only the color

you selected, that is only objects of the selected color retain their color.

• Use the cursor buttons to move the frame in the center of the screen,

select the color to retain, and then press [MENU/SET].

[One Point Color]

• For more information about picture effects (→98 - 104)

• When you press the [DISP] button, a description of the selected effect is displayed.

Press [MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the new retouched still

picture is saved.

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Operation from the [Playback] menu

Select [Retouch] in the [Playback] menu, and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Creative Retouch], and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select a picture, and then press [MENU/SET]

Read Step

(→154) to perform further steps.

The retouch effect may be less apparent in some still pictures.

The effect may appear weak compared to that set with the [Creative Control] mode.

It may not be possible to retouch still pictures recorded with other cameras.

You cannot retouch the pictures in a picture group as a group. Retouch each picture in

a picture group after displaying it.

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[Creative Retouch] is unavailable in the following cases:

• Motion pictures

●

• Panorama pictures

• 3D still pictures

• Still pictures recorded with the [Quality] setting [ ], [ ] or [

]

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

This menu allows you to specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other

settings for pictures you have taken.

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

• The setting methods vary depending on the menu item.

[Location Logging]

You can send location information (latitude and longitude) obtained with your smartphone/

tablet to this camera, and write the location information to the pictures.

• Location information cannot be written to still pictures in the built-in memory. If you want

to record location information on them, copy the pictures in the built-in memory to a

memory card, then perform [Location Logging].

Preparation:

Send location information to this camera from your smartphone/tablet (→184)

Use the cursor buttons to select [Add Location Data], and then

press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select a period for writing location

information, and then press [MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.

• Location information is written to the picture.

• [ ] is displayed for pictures that have location information written to it.

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

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Aborting writing location information

Press [MENU/SET] while location information is being written

• [ ] is displayed for the period of the abort operation.

If selected again while [ ] is displayed, writing location information will resume where

it left off.

Deleting received location information

Use the cursor buttons to select [Delete Location Data], and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select a period for deleting location information, and then

press [MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.

Location information may not be written if there is not enough free space on your

memory card.

●

If the card is locked, you cannot write location information to pictures or delete

received location information.

●

You can only write location information to pictures recorded with this camera.

Location information will not be written to pictures that were recorded after you

selected [Send location data] (→184).

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Location information will not be written to AVCHD motion pictures.

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Title Edit]

This mode allows you to give titles, etc. to your favorite still pictures.

Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and

then press [MENU/SET]

Select a still picture

[SINGLE]

[MULTI]

●

Use the cursor buttons to

select a still picture, and then

press [MENU/SET]

(up to 100 pictures with the same text)

Use the cursor buttons to select a still picture,

and then press the [DISP] button

[Title Edit] setting

[Title Edit] already set

• To cancel:

Press the [DISP] button

again

• To execute:

Press [MENU/SET]

Enter characters (Entering text (→65))

• To delete a title: Delete all the characters in the character input screen

This mode is not available in the following cases:

• Motion pictures

• 3D still pictures

• Still pictures recorded with the [Quality] setting [ ], [ ] or [

To print the entered text, use [Text Stamp].

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]

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Text Stamp]

This mode allows you to stamp the recording date and time, names, travel destination,

travel dates, etc. on the recorded still pictures.

Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and

then press [MENU/SET]

Select a still picture

[SINGLE]

[MULTI] (up to 100 pictures)

Use the cursor buttons to select a still picture,

and then press the [DISP] button

●

Use the cursor buttons to

select a still picture, and then

press [MENU/SET]

[Text Stamp] setting

• To cancel:

Press the [DISP] button

again

• To execute:

Press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Set], and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select items, and then press

[MENU/SET] (→160)

Use the cursor buttons to select settings, and then press

[MENU/SET] (→160)

Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

Use the cursor buttons to select [OK], and then press

[MENU/SET]

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.

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Using the [Playback] menu

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Items that can be stamped

[Shooting Date]

[W/O TIME]: Stamps only the recording date

[WITH TIME]: Stamps the recording date and time

[Name]

: Stamps the name registered in Face Recognition

: Stamps the name registered in [Baby] or [Pet]

[Location]

[Travel Date]

[Title]

Stamps the location registered in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date]

Stamps the Travel Date set in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date]

Stamps the text registered in [Title Edit]

• Items set to [OFF] are not stamped.

Do not request date printing in a store or set date printing on a printer for still

●

pictures with date stamps. (The date prints may overlap.)

Stamping texts is not possible on the following pictures.

• Motion pictures

●

• 3D still pictures

• Panorama pictures

• Still pictures on which date or other texts had already been stamped

• Still pictures taken without setting the clock

• Still pictures recorded with the [Quality] setting [ ], [ ] or [

Characters may be cut off on certain printers.

The text is difficult to read when stamped on pictures of 0.3M or less.

]

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[Retouch]

[Auto Retouch]: For details (→153)

[Creative Retouch]: For details (→154)

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Video Divide]

A single motion picture take can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to

keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase

free space on your memory card, such as when traveling.

Select the motion picture take to split with the cursor buttons,

and then press [MENU/SET]

Press at where you want to split a motion picture take to

pause it

Press

• A confirmation screen is displayed.

Select [Yes] with the cursor buttons, and then press

[MENU/SET].

• The original motion picture take that was split is not

retained.

(There will be only the 2 motion picture takes that were

created after the split.)

During splitting, do not turn off the camera or remove the memory card or the battery.

If you do so, the motion picture may be deleted.

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Splitting a motion picture recorded in [MP4] changes the order of pictures. It is

recommended to display with [Calendar] (Calendar Playback) or [Filtering Play].

●

Motion pictures with a short recording time cannot be split.

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Resize]

This mode allows you to reduce a picture’s resolution to facilitate e-mail attachment and

use in web pages, etc.

(Still pictures taken with the smallest resolution do not allow further reduction.)

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[SINGLE]

Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE], and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select a still picture, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select size, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Current resolution

Resolution after change

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.

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Using the [Playback] menu

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[MULTI]

Use the cursor buttons to select [MULTI], and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select size, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select a still picture, and then press

the [DISP] button (up to 100 pictures)

• To cancel:

Press the [DISP] button again

• To execute:

Resolution before/after resizing

Press [MENU/SET]

Resize setting

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.

The picture quality is reduced after resizing.

The following pictures cannot be resized.

• Motion pictures

●

• 3D still pictures

• Panorama pictures

• Still pictures on which date or other texts had already been stamped

• Still pictures recorded with the [Quality] setting [ ], [ ] or [

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Cropping]

This mode allows you to enlarge the decisive parts of still pictures (cropping), i.e. by

“cutting off” unwanted areas.

Use the cursor buttons to select a still picture, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Select the area to crop, and then press [MENU/SET]

Enlarges the

selected section

Changes the

position of the

section

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.

• You can also enlarge the selected section with the control dial.

Original Face Recognition information will not be copied when still pictures are

cropped.

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The picture quality is reduced after cropping.

The following pictures cannot be cropped.

• Motion pictures

●

• 3D still pictures

• Panorama pictures

• Still pictures on which date or other texts had already been stamped

• Still pictures recorded with the [Quality] setting [ ], [ ] or [

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Favorite]

By labeling your favorite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back these only, or you

can exclude all pictures except your favorites. Up to 999 pictures can be set as favorites.

Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and

then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select picture, and then press

[MENU/SET]

[SINGLE]

[MULTI]

●

Favorite picture setting

• To cancel: Press [MENU/SET] again

■

To clear all

Select [CANCEL] in step

and then [Yes]

You cannot select the [Favorite] setting for still pictures recorded with the [Quality]

●

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Print Set]

This mode allows you to make picture/picture no./date printing settings for when printing

with DPOF print-compatible shops or printers. (Ask at the shop to check for compatibility.)

Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and

then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select picture, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to set number of pictures, and then

press [MENU/SET]

(repeat steps

and

when using [MULTI] (up to 999 pictures))

[SINGLE]

[MULTI]

●

Date print set

No. to print

Date print set

No. to print

• Date print setting/release: Press the [DISP] button

■

To clear all

Select [CANCEL] in step

and then [Yes]

Date print setting cannot be made for still pictures that have been taken with [Date

Stamp] and pictures with a [Text Stamp] applied.

●

Depending on the type of printer, the printer settings may take priority over camera

settings.

●

[Print Set] is not available for files that are not compliant with the DCF standard.

Some DPOF information set by other equipment cannot be used. In such cases,

delete all of the DPOF information and then set it again with this camera.

Print settings cannot be made for motion pictures.

●

You cannot select the [Print Set] setting for still pictures recorded with the [Quality]

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Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Protect]

This mode allows you to set protection to disable picture deletion, e. g. of important

pictures.

Use the cursor buttons to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and

then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select a picture, and then press

[MENU/SET]

[SINGLE]

[MULTI]

●

Picture protected

• To cancel: Press [MENU/SET] again

■

To clear all

Select [CANCEL] in step

and then [Yes]

Even a protected picture is erased when formatting the internal memory/the memory

card.

●

The protection set in this camera may not be effective in other devices.

When you set the write-protect switch on the card to the “LOCK” position, the picture

is not erased.

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Face Rec Edit]

This mode allows you to edit or delete the recognition information for pictures with

mistaken Face Recognition.

Use the cursor buttons to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE], and

then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select the picture, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select a person, and then press

[MENU/SET]

• If [DELETE], go to step

• Persons whose Face Recognition information has not been registered cannot be

selected.

Use the cursor buttons to select the person to replace instead

of another, and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Yes], and then press

[MENU/SET]

When Face Recognition information is deleted, it cannot be restored.

Pictures for which all Face Recognition information has been deleted are not

categorized in Face Recognition during [Category Selection].

●

Recognition information cannot be edited in protected pictures.

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Playback

Using the [Playback] menu

• For the setting procedures of the menu. (→52)

[Copy]

This mode allows you to copy pictures between the built-in memory and the memory

card.

Use the cursor buttons to select the copy method (direction),

and then press [MENU/SET]

: Copies all pictures from the built-in memory to the card (go to step ).

: Copies 1 picture at a time from the card to the built-in memory.

Use the cursor buttons to select the picture, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Yes], and then press

[MENU/SET]

• To cancel: Press [MENU/SET]

Copying pictures may take several minutes. Do not turn off the camera or perform

other operations during copying.

●

If identical names (folder/file numbers) are present in the copy destination, a new

●

folder for copying will be created when copying from built-in memory to a card (

Identically-named files will not be copied from a card to the built-in memory (

The following settings are not copied. Set them again after copying.

- [Print Set] - [Protect] - [Favorite]

Only pictures from Leica digital cameras (except Digilux, Digilux 4.3, Digilux Zoom)

may be copied.

●

Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] format cannot be copied.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Wi-Fi^®Function and NFC Function

■

Using the camera as a wireless LAN device

When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security

than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for

safety designs and defects for the systems used. Leica Camera AG will not take any

responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other

than as a wireless LAN device.

The use of the Wi-Fi function of this camera is presumed to be in

countries where this camera is sold

There is the risk that the camera violates the radio transmission regulations if used in

countries other than those where this camera is sold, and Leica Camera AG takes no

responsibility for any violations.

■

There is the risk that data sent and received via radio transmission may

be intercepted by a third party

Do not use the camera in areas with magnetic fields, static electricity or

interference such as near microwave ovens. Radio transmission may

not reach the camera.

• Using the camera near devices such as microwave ovens or cordless telephones

that use the 2.4GHz radio wave band may cause a decrease in performance in both

devices.

■

Do not connect to the wireless network you are not authorized to use

When the camera utilizes its Wi-Fi function, wireless networks will be searched

automatically. When this happens, wireless networks that you are not authorized to use

(SSID ) may be displayed, however do not attempt to connect to the network as it may

be considered as unauthorized access.

SSID refers to the name that is used to identify a network over a wireless LAN connection. If the

SSID matches for both devices, transmission is possible.

■

Before Use

• To use the Wi-Fi function on this camera, a wireless access point or a destination

device equipped with the wireless LAN function is required.

The camera is compatible with NFC

Using the NFC (Near Field Communication) function,

the camera and a smartphone can easily exchange the

information needed to establish a Wi-Fi connection.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Wi-Fi^®Function and NFC Function

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About the Wi-Fi connection lamp

Wi-Fi connection lamp

Lit blue: When the Wi-Fi function is ON

Flashing blue: When sending data

Pressing the [WIFI] button during a Wi-Fi connection

Pressing the [WIFI] button during a Wi-Fi connection enables the following operation.

(excluding [Remote Shooting & View])

Item

Description

Terminates the Wi-Fi connection.

• Closing the connection ([Remote Shooting & View]) (→176)

[Terminate the Connection]

Terminates the Wi-Fi connection, and allows you to select a

different Wi-Fi connection.

[Change the Destination]

[Change Settings for Sending

Images]

For details (→199).

Registering the current connection destination or the

connection method, you can easily connect with the same

connection method the next time.

[Register the Current Destination to

Favorite]

[Network Address]

Displays the MAC and IP addresses of this camera. (→200)

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Wi-Fi^®Function and NFC Function

The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection.

Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a

wireless access point.

●

We strongly recommend that you set an encryption to maintain information security.

We recommend that you use a fully charged battery when you send pictures.

When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may

not start or the connection may be disrupted. (A message such as [Communication

error] is displayed.)

●

When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be

incurred depending on the details of your contract.

Pictures may not be completely sent depending on radio transmission conditions. If

the connection is terminated while sending pictures, pictures with missing sections

may be sent.

●

Do not remove memory card or battery or move to an area without any

reception while sending images.

The monitor display may become distorted for an instant while connected to the

service, however this will not affect the image being sent.

●

[Airplane Mode]

To disable Wi-Fi connection: Set [Airplane Mode] to [ON]

Select [Airplane Mode] from the [Setup] menu, and then press

[MENU/SET] (→52)

Use the cursor buttons to select [ON], and then press

[MENU/SET]

Electromagnetic fields from the camera can affect instruments and meters. In airplane

cabins or in other restricted areas: Set [Airplane Mode] to [ON]

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Wi-Fi/NFC

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function

What you can do

Operate the camera using a smartphone

Record by smartphone

Save pictures in the camera to the smartphone

Send pictures to social networking services (Only for Android app)

Connect easily, transfer

pictures easily

Press and

hold

Hold the device

close to the camera

(→174)

You can easily use the Wi-Fi

function by pressing and holding

the [WIFI] button or using the NFC

function.

• Hereafter, these instructions use the term “smartphone” for both smartphones and

tablets except for cases of specific differences.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone.

The “Leica C Image Shuttle” must be installed on your smartphone.

Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Leica C Image Shuttle”

The “Leica C Image Shuttle” is an application provided by Leica Camera AG that allows

your smartphone to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible Leica compact

digital camera.

• Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) (→179)

• Saving pictures in the camera to the smartphone (→180)

• Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services (Only for Android app)

(→183)

• Sending location information to the camera from a smartphone/tablet (→184)

For Android™ apps

For iOS apps

iOS 4.3 - iOS 6.1

Supported

Android 2.2 - Android 4.2

Installation

procedure

Connect your Android device to a

Connect the iOS device to the

network

Select “Google Play^TMStore”

Select “App Store^SM

”

Enter “Leica C Image Shuttle” into the

search box

Enter “Leica C Image Shuttle” into the

search box

Select “Leica C Image Shuttle” and

install it

Select “Leica C Image Shuttle” and

install it

• The icon will be added to the

menu.

• The icon will be added to the

menu.

²Not available in China. To download in

China, please visit the site below:

www.leica-camera.com

• Use the latest version.

• The service may not be able to be used properly depending on the type of smartphone

being used.

• When downloading the app on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may

be incurred depending on the details of your contract.

¹To connect this unit with [Wi-Fi Direct], Android OS 4.0 or above is required and the device must be

compatible with Wi-Fi Direct™.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

Connecting to a smartphone/tablet

You can easily establish a Wi-Fi connection on the camera by pressing and holding the

[WIFI] button or using the NFC function.

Preparation: Install “Leica C Image Shuttle” in advance (→174)

Press and hold the [WIFI] button

• The information (SSID and password) required for directly connecting your

smartphone to the camera is displayed.

• To change the connection method:

Press the [DISP] button, and select the connection method

• The same screen can be displayed by selecting items from the menu as follows.

Press the [WIFI] button

Use the cursor buttons to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Remote Shooting & View], and then press

[MENU/SET]

• To let the camera start with the Wi-Fi mode:

Keep the [WIFI] button pressed while turning it on

Operate the smartphone

Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON”

Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of the camera,

and then enter the password

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

• When the connection is complete, live images being captured by the camera

are displayed on the smartphone.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

■

Changing the connection method

To change the connection method:

Press the [DISP] button, and select the connection method

(On the camera)

Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→191)

(On your smartphone)

When connecting with [Via Network]

●

Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON”

Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and

then set

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct]

●

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

■

Closing the connection ([Remote Shooting & View])

After use, close the connection with the smartphone. When the connection is canceled,

you will be able to record and play back pictures on the camera as normal.

Press the [Q MENU/ ] button

• A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with the cursor buttons, and then

press [MENU/SET]

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

Connecting to a smartphone using NFC function

Using the NFC (Near Field Communication) function, the camera and a smartphone can

easily exchange the information needed to establish a Wi-Fi connection.

Compatible models:

This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above).

(Not available in certain models)

• See the instructions of your NFC-compatible smartphone for more information about

smartphone operation and settings.

Preparations:

(On the camera)

• Set [NFC Operation] to [ON] (→200)

(On your smartphone)

• Check if your smartphone is a compatible model

• Set Wi-Fi function to “ON”

• Install “Leica C Image Shuttle” in advance (→174)

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” on your smartphone

• After it has started, a screen is displayed from which you select a connection

destination.

While the [ ] is displayed on the connection screen of the

“Leica C Image Shuttle”, hold the smartphone close to the

camera

• It may take some time to complete connecting.

• When the connection is complete, live images captured by the camera will be

displayed on your smartphone.

• If you connect during playback of one picture, it will be transferred to the

smartphone. (→181)

Hold the smartphone close to this area

(within 5mm/ ³/¹⁶″)

Press

to select [Yes], and then [MENU/SET]

Hold the smartphone close to this area of the camera again

• When the connection is complete, live images captured by the camera will be

displayed on your smartphone.

• Connected smartphones are registered to the camera. From the next time and on,

you can connect by performing steps

and

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

You can register up to 20 smartphones. If the number exceeds 20, registrations will be

deleted starting from the smartphone touched first.

●

If you perform [Reset Wi-Fi Settings], smartphone registration will be deleted.

If the communication environment is bad, the NFC function may not be usable.

If there is not a response immediately, shift the position slightly.

Do not bump your smartphone strongly against the camera.

See the instructions of your NFC-compatible smartphone for more information about

smartphone operation and settings.

●

Metal objects between the camera and the smartphone may interfere with

communication. Also, any stickers, etc., near the NFC area may affect communication

performance.

You can still connect to the smartphone even if the camera is turned off. The camera

lens may extend when the power is turned on after making a connection. Be careful

that the movement does not cause the camera to drop.

The NFC function cannot be used in the following cases:

• When connected to a television, computer, or printer

●

• When recording motion pictures

• During motion picture playback, during slide shows, and during panorama playback

(including pauses in each case)

• While sending pictures by Wi-Fi

• While recording still pictures (during self-timer countdown)

• While editing

• When the [Airplane Mode] is [ON]

After “Leica C Image Shuttle” is forced to end or after the connection has been

canceled, it is necessary to hold the smartphone close to the camera again.

●

Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)

Connect to a smartphone (→175)

Select [

] from “Leica C Image Shuttle”

• The recorded images are saved in the camera.

• Motion pictures can also be recorded.

• Some settings are not available.

• When the camera is in [Panorama Shot] mode or when [Scene Mode] is set to

[3D Photo Mode], recording will be in [Program AE] mode.

• The screen differs depending on the operating system.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

Saving pictures in the camera to the smartphone

Connect to a smartphone (→175)

Select [

] from “Leica C Image Shuttle”

Drag the picture and save it to the smartphone

• When the picture is tapped, it is played back at a larger size. (Motion pictures

cannot be played back.)

• Functions can be assigned to the top, bottom, left and right as you wish.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

■

Easily transferring pictures in the camera

You can establish a Wi-Fi connection using the NFC function and easily transfer the

picture on display simply by holding the smartphone close to the camera. Pictures can

be transferred as soon as they are recorded, so you can easily transfer them to your

friends’ and family’s smartphones.

“Leica C Image Shuttle” must be installed to use this function.

Preparations:

(On the camera)

• Set [NFC Operation] to [ON] (→200)

(On your smartphone)

• Check if your smartphone is a compatible model

• Set Wi-Fi function to “ON”

• Install “Leica C Image Shuttle” in advance (→174)

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

On the camera, play back the picture you wish to transfer to a

smartphone

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” on the smartphone you are

transferring the picture to

While the [ ] is displayed on the connection screen of the

“Leica C Image Shuttle”, hold the smartphone close to the

camera

• It may take some time to complete connecting.

• If you are transferring multiple pictures, repeat steps

cannot be transferred in one batch.)

and . (Multiple pictures

Hold the smartphone close to this area

(within 5mm/ ³/¹⁶″)

It may take several minutes to complete the picture transfer depending on the

prevailing conditions.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

“Leica C Image Shuttle” for Android only

Sending pictures in the camera to social networking services

Connect to a smartphone (→175)

Select [

] from “Leica C Image Shuttle”

Drag the picture and send it to the social networking service,

etc.

• The picture will be sent to the social networking service.

• Functions can be assigned to the top, bottom, left and right as you wish.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

Sending location information to the camera from a smartphone/tablet

You can acquire location information from a smartphone, and write it on images

afterwards.

Refer to (→156) for how to write the location information on the images recorded by the

camera.

Read the [Help] in the “Leica C Image Shuttle” menu for further details on how to

operate.

●

Caution:

●

Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the personal rights, etc. of the

persons when you use this function. Use it at your own risk.

If you have changed the clock setting of the camera or the smartphone after [Time

sync], perform [Time sync] again.

●

On the smartphone, you can set the acquisition interval of location information and

check the transfer status of location information. Refer to [Help] in the “Leica C Image

Shuttle” menu for details.

●

(When using “Leica C Image Shuttle” for iOS)

If you press the Home or On/Off button of a smartphone while [Rec. loc. Info] is

working, location information recording is stopped.

●

The smartphone may fail to acquire location information in China and the border area

in the neighboring countries of China. (As of March 2013)

●

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

Operating the camera to send pictures to a smartphone or tablet

■

Sending method, and pictures that can be sent

JPEG

RAW

MP4

AVCHD

Sending a picture each time one is recorded

[Send Images While Recording]

○

–

Sending selected pictures

[Send Images Stored in the Camera]

○

–

• Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device.

• See the instructions of the destination device for more information about picture

playback.

• For more details about picture sending methods. (→198)

Preparation: Install “Leica C Image Shuttle” in advance (→174)

See the part of the instructions that applies to your objective.

Sending a picture each time one is recorded ([Send Images While Recording])

(→186)

Sending selected pictures ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) (→188)

When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be

incurred depending on the details of your contract.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

■

Sending a picture each time one is recorded ([Send Images While

Recording])

Press the [WIFI] button

Use the cursor buttons to select [New Connection], and then

press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Send Images While

Recording], and then press [MENU/SET]

(Continued on the next page)

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→190)

(On your smartphone)

When connecting with [Via Network]

Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON”

●

Select a wireless access point, and set

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct]

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

●

When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct]

Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON”

Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of the camera,

and then enter the password

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

A window indicating that the smartphone is connecting to the camera is displayed. Press the

“Back” button on Android devices / Select “Close” on iOS devices

Select the device you wish to connect to

• When the connection is established, the screen is displayed. To change the send

setting: Press the [DISP] button (→199)

Take still pictures

• The still pictures are sent automatically after taking them.

• To change the setting or disconnect: Press the [WIFI] button

You cannot change the settings while sending still pictures. Wait until sending is

complete.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

■

Sending selected pictures ([Send Images Stored in the Camera])

Press the [WIFI] button

Use the cursor buttons to select [New Connection], and then

press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Send Images Stored in the

Camera], and then press [MENU/SET]

(Continued on the next page)

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Wi-Fi/NFC

Operating the camera using a smartphone

Select [Via Network] or [Direct] to connect (→190)

(On your smartphone)

When connecting with [Via Network]

Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON”

●

Select a wireless access point, and set

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct]

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

●

When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct]

Set the Wi-Fi function to “ON”

Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of the camera,

and then enter the password

Start “Leica C Image Shuttle” (→174)

A window indicating that the smartphone is connecting to the camera is displayed. Press the

“Back” button on Android devices / Select “Close” on iOS devices

Select the device you wish to connect to

• When the connection is established, the screen is displayed. To change the send

setting: Press the [DISP] button (→199)

Select [SINGLE] or [MULTI]

• To change the setting or disconnect: Press the [WIFI] button (→171)

■

When [SINGLE] is selected

Select the picture

Select [Set]

■

When [MULTI] is selected

Select the picture (repeat)

• If selected again, the setting will be canceled.

Select [OK]

• The number of pictures that can be sent by

[MULTI] is limited.

• A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

After selecting the Wi-Fi function, select the connection method.

If you are out and unable to use your wireless access point, or temporarily connecting to

equipment you do not ordinarily use, or in a similar situation, it is convenient to make a

direct connection.

If you are connecting with the same settings as used previously, you can quickly start

using the Wi-Fi function by connecting with [History Connection] or [Favorite Connection].

Wireless access point

Connection method

[Via Network]

[Direct]

Description

Connects through a wireless access point.

Your equipment connects directly to the camera.

(→191)

(→194)

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

Connecting at home (through a network)

Select a connection method to the wireless access point.

WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the

settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN

devices. To check if the wireless access point you are using is

compatible with WPS, refer to the instructions of the wireless access

point.

Connection method

Description

Saves push button type wireless access point that is compatible with

Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ with a WPS mark.

[WPS (Push-Button)]

Press the wireless access point WPS button until it

switches to WPS mode

• Refer to the wireless access point instructions for details.

Saves PIN code type wireless access point that is compatible with

Wi-Fi Protected Setup with a WPS mark.

Select the wireless access point you are connecting to

Enter the PIN code displayed on the camera screen into the

wireless access point

[WPS (PIN code)]

Press [MENU/SET]

• Refer to the wireless access point instructions for details.

Select this option when you are not sure about the WPS compatibility,

or when you want to search for and connect to a wireless access

point.

[Manual Connection]

• For details (→192).

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

■

If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility

(connecting by [Manual Connection])

Search for available wireless access points.

• Confirm the encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network

authentication is encrypted.

• When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, encryption type, encryption key of

the wireless access point you are using.

Use the cursor buttons to select the wireless access point you

are connecting to, and then press [MENU/SET]

• Pressing the [DISP] button will search for a wireless

access point again.

• If no wireless access point is found, refer to “When

connecting with [Manual Input]” (→193).

(If network authentication is encrypted)

Enter the encryption key

• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→65).

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

■

When connecting with [Manual Input]

On the screen of step of “If you are not sure about the WPS

compatibility (connecting by [Manual Connection])”, select

[Manual Input] (→192)

Enter the SSID of the wireless access point you are

connecting to, and then select [Set]

• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→65).

Select the network authentication type

• For information on network authentication, see the instructions of the wireless

access point.

Select the encryption type

• The type of settings that can be changed may vary depending on the details of

network authentication settings.

Network authentication type

[WPA2-PSK] / [WPA-PSK]

[Common Key]

Encryption types that can be set

[TKIP] / [AES]

[WEP]

[Open]

[No Encryption] / [WEP]

(When an option other than [No Encryption] is selected)

Enter the encryption key

Check the wireless access points instructions and settings when saving a wireless

access point.

●

If no connection can be established, the wireless access point’s radio transmission

may be too weak. Refer to “Message displays” (→222) and “Troubleshooting” (→225) for

details.

●

Transmission speed may decrease, or may not be usable depending on the

environment it is used in.

●

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

Connecting when you are out (direct connection)

You can select the connection method to your equipment.

Select a connection method with which your equipment is

compatible.

Connection method

Description

Set the device to Wi-Fi Direct™ mode

Select [Wi-Fi Direct]

Select the device to connect to

[Wi-Fi Direct]

• Read the instructions of your device for details.

[WPS (Push-Button)]

Select [WPS (Push-Button)]

Set the device to WPS mode

• You can wait longer for a connection by pressing the [DISP] button

on this unit.

[WPS Connection]

[WPS (PIN code)]

Select [WPS (PIN code)]

Enter the PIN code of the device into the camera

Enter the SSID and password into the device

The SSID and password are displayed on the connection waiting

screen of the camera.

[Manual Connection]

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

Connecting quickly with the same settings as used previously

([History Connection]/[Favorite Connection])

The camera keeps a history of times you used the Wi-Fi function. You can register items

in the History to Favorite.

You can easily connect with the same settings as used previously by connecting from

History or Favorite.

Press the [WIFI] button

Select [History Connection] or [Favorite Connection]

Item

Description

[History Connection]

[Favorite Connection]

Connects using the same settings as used previously.

Connects using settings registered in Favorite.

Select the desired connection setting

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

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Registering History items to Favorite

Press the [WIFI] button

Select [History Connection]

Select the item you wish to register, and then press

Enter a registration name

• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→65).

• Up to 30 characters can be entered. A double-byte character will be treated as

two characters.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

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Editing items registered in Favorite

Press the [WIFI] button

Select [Favorite Connection]

Select the Favorite item you wish to edit, and then press

Select the item

Item

Description

[Remove from Favorite]

—

[Change the Order in

Favorite]

For selecting the destination

• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text”

(→65).

• Up to 30 characters can be entered. A double-byte character

will be treated as two characters.

[Change the Registered

Name]

The number of settings that can be saved in the history is limited. We recommend that

you register and save frequently used Wi-Fi connection settings to Favorite. (→196)

When selecting History or Favorite items, you can view connection details by pressing

the [DISP] button.

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Performing [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] deletes content registered in History and Favorite.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

Settings for sending pictures

When sending pictures, first select [New Connection], then the method of sending

pictures.

After you have completed connecting, you can also change the sending settings, such as

the resolution of the pictures to be sent.

• When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be

incurred depending on the details of your contract.

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Sending Images While Recording

A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it.

• Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer.

[

] is displayed on the recording screen while connected by

●

[Send Images While Recording], and [ ] is displayed while

files are being sent.

If you turn off the camera before you have completed sending,

or if you close the Wi-Fi connection, or in similar situations,

unsent files will not be resent.

You may not be able to delete files or use the playback menu

while sending.

●

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Sending Images Stored in the Camera

You can select and send recorded images.

Details of the playback menu [Favorite] or [Print Set] settings will not be sent.

Some images taken with a different camera may not be able to be sent.

Images that have been modified or edited with a computer may not be able to be sent.

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Wi-Fi/NFC

About connections

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Changing the settings for sending images

After you have completed connecting, you can change the sending settings, such as

the resolution of the pictures to be sent, by pressing the [DISP] button.

Item

Description

Resize the image to send.

[Original]/[Change]

• You can select the resolution for [Change] from [M] or [S].

The aspect ratio does not change.

[Size]

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Wi-Fi/NFC

[Wi-Fi Setup] menu

For configuring the settings required for the Wi-Fi function.

[Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. (excluding [Network Address])

• For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→52).

Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu

Use the cursor buttons to select item, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Item

[Device Name]

Description

Press the [DISP] button

You can change the name of

this unit.

Enter the desired device name

• Refer to “Entering Text” (→65) for information on how to enter

text.

• Up to 32 characters can be entered.

[NFC Operation]

[ON]: The NFC function works.

Makes NFC function setting.

[OFF]

• It is set to [ON] at the time of purchase.

[Wi-Fi Password]

Setting a password will automatically display the password input

To prevent incorrect operation screen when the Wi-Fi function is used.

or use of the Wi-Fi function

by a third party and to protect

saved personal information,

it is recommended that you

[Setup]:

Enter any 4-digit numbers as the password. Close the menu after

changing settings.

[Delete]:

protect the Wi-Fi function with A confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is

a password.

selected.

Exit the menu after it is executed.

• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text”

(→65).

• Make a copy of password. If you forget the password, you can

reset it with [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] in the [Setup] menu, however

other settings will also be reset.

[Network Address]

Displays the MAC address and

IP address of this unit.

• A “MAC Address” is a unique address that is used to identify

network equipment.

• “IP address” refers to a number that identifies a computer

connected to a network such as the Internet. Usually, the

addresses for homes are automatically assigned by the

DHCP function such as a wireless access point. (Example:

192.168.0.87)

[Approved Regulations]

Displays certification note

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Connecting to other devices

Viewing on a TV screen

You can view pictures on a TV by connecting your camera to it with either an HDMI micro

cable or the supplied AV cable.

Compatible HDMI micro cables are available from specialist photo dealers. Make

absolutely sure to use only cables compatible with this camera.

●

Also consult the TV’s instructions.

●

Preparation:

• Set [TV Aspect] to connect your camera to a TV using the AV cable (→62)

• Turn off both camera and TV

Connect the camera to the TV

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To connect with an HDMI micro cable

An HDMI micro cable can be used to enable viewing of still and motion pictures in high

resolution.

Make sure the plug is aligned correctly and that it is

inserted straight.

(Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape

which will cause trouble.)

Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so

may cause damage to the camera.

HDMI micro cable

To HDMI video/audio input socket

■

To connect with the AV cable

Make sure the plug is aligned correctly and that it is

inserted straight.

(Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape

which will cause trouble.)

Yellow: To video socket

AV cable

White: To audio socket

Monaural audio output.

Turn on the TV

Set to auxiliary input

●

Turn on the camera, and then press the playback button

• To let the camera start with Playback mode, keep the playback button pressed

while turning it on.

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Connecting to other devices

Viewing on a TV screen

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To connect with an HDMI micro cable

Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not

comply with the HDMI standards will not work.

●

“High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D-Type A plug, up to 2m (6′6″) long)

Compatible HDMI micro cables are available from specialist photo dealers. Make

absolutely sure to use only cables compatible with this camera.

Some of the playback functions are not available.

The following menus cannot be used: [Setup], [Playback], and [Wi-Fi].

Bars may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on

the aspect ratio setting.

●

When an HDMI micro cable is connected, pictures are not displayed on the monitor.

HDMI output will be canceled if the USB cable is connected simultaneously.

AV output will be canceled if the HDMI micro cable is connected simultaneously.

Pictures may be momentarily distorted immediately after commencing playback or

pausing on certain TVs.

●

Audio output is stereo.

●

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To connect with the supplied AV cable

Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied type.

Depending on the country (region), TVs use either the NTSC or the PAL system.

●

Set [Video Out] accordingly in the [Setup] menu to play back pictures. (With camera

models 18 484/-487/-488/-491)

Pictures rotated to portrait may be blurred slightly.

Change the picture mode settings on the TV if aspect ratios are not displayed

correctly on widescreen or high-definition TVs.

●

The viewfinder display cannot be used.

●

When you insert a memory card into the SD card slot in a TV or a DVD recorder,

you can play back recorded still pictures.

• AVCHD motion pictures can be played back on TVs displaying the AVCHD logo.

• You may not be able to play back panorama pictures. In addition, automatic scrolling

playback of panorama pictures is also not available.

• If you intend to use SDHC and SDXC memory cards, make sure the receiving devices

are compatible with the respective standards.

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Connecting to other devices

Viewing on a TV screen

HDTV Link (HDMI)

What is HDTV Link (HDMI)?

HDTV Link is a function that automatically links this camera to HDTV Link-

compatible devices by connecting the HDMI micro cable for enabling easy operation

with a HDTV compatible remote control. (Some operations are not available.)

HDTV Link (HDMI) is an exclusive function added to the industry-standard HDMI

control functions known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control). Operation is

not guaranteed when connecting with other HDMI CEC-compatible devices. Refer to

your product’s instructions to verify compatibility with HDTV Link (HDMI).

●

Use a “High Speed HDMI micro cable” with the HDMI logo. Cables that do not comply

with the HDMI standards will not work.

●

“High Speed HDMI micro cable” (Type D-Type A plug, up to 2m (6′6″) long)

Compatible HDMI micro cables are available from specialist photo dealers. Make

absolutely sure to use only cables compatible with this camera.

If you do not know if your TV is HDTV Link (HDMI) compatible, see the TV’s

instructions.

If the [HDTV Link] setting on the camera is [ON], operations via the camera buttons

will be limited.

Ensure that the TV you are connecting to has been set up to enable HDTV Link

(HDMI) (consult your TV’s instructions for details).

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Connecting to other devices

Viewing on a TV screen

Preparation: Set [HDTV Link] to [ON] (→62).

Connect the camera to an HDTV Link (HDMI)-compatible TV

set with an HDMI micro cable (→201)

Turn on the camera, and then press the playback button

• To let the camera start with Playback mode:

Keep the playback button pressed while turning it on

Proceed with the operation while referring to what is displayed

on the TV screen

• When operating, refer to the HDTV Link instructions.

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Other related operations

Turning the camera OFF

●

The camera can also be turned off when the television is turned off with the remote

control.

Automatic input select

●

• This function automatically switches the TV input to the camera screen whenever

the camera is turned on while it is connected via an HDMI micro cable. The TV can

also be switched on via the camera from Standby Mode

(if “Power on link” on the television is set to “on”, provided, it has this function).

• If HDTV Link (HDMI) does not function correctly (→232)

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Connecting to other devices

Viewing on a TV screen

Viewing 3D still pictures

If you connect this camera to a 3D-capable TV and play back still pictures recorded in 3D,

you can enjoy impressive 3D still pictures on the TV. If the 3D-capable TV has an SD card

slot, you can play back 3D still pictures by inserting the card into the slot.

Preparation: Set [3D Playback] to [3D] (→62).

Connect the camera to a 3D-capable TV using an HDMI micro

cable to display the playback screen (→201)

Display still pictures recorded in 3D

• When the [HDTV Link] setting on the camera is set to [ON] and the camera is

connected to a HDTV Link (HDMI)-compatible TV, it automatically switches its

input and the playback screen is displayed.

• [3D] appears on the thumbnail of the 3D still pictures.

■

To perform Slide Show playback of only still pictures recorded in 3D

Select [3D Play] in [Slide Show] of the [Playback Mode] menu (→150)

To select and play back only still pictures recorded in 3D

Select [3D Play] in [Filtering Play] of the [Playback Mode] menu (→146)

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Connecting to other devices

Viewing on a TV screen

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To switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D

Select the picture recorded in 3D

Select [2D/3D Settings] on the [Playback Mode] menu, and then press [MENU/SET]

(→145)

• The playback method will switch to 3D if it is playing back in 2D (conventional image),

or to 2D if it is playing back in 3D.

• If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing pictures recorded

in 3D, set to 2D.

Viewing 3D still pictures too close to a TV may cause eyestrain.

●

When an image is not suitable for 3D viewing (due to excessive parallax, etc.)

• During Slide Show playback: The image is displayed in 2D.

• During [Filtering Play]: A message appears confirming whether to display the image

in 3D or not.

●

When a 3D image is played back on a TV that is not 3D-capable, 2 pictures may

appear side-by-side on the screen.

On the monitor of this camera, 3D still pictures will be played back in 2D (conventional

pictures).

If you switch between 3D still pictures and normal still pictures while playing them

back, a black screen will be displayed for a few seconds.

If you select a thumbnail of 3D still pictures or display a thumbnail after playing back

3D still pictures, it may take a few seconds to start playing back or displaying the

pictures.

●

When a TV has not been converted for viewing 3D still pictures, do the necessary

preparation on the TV. (For details about the necessary preparation of the TV, read

the instructions of the TV.)

●

During 3D playback, the [Wi-Fi], [Setup], [Playback] menu, Playback Zoom, and

delete operation cannot be used.

You can store 3D still pictures on a computer or a recorder. (→207, 208)

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Connecting to other devices

Copying still and motion pictures to a recorder

Follow the correct method for your device.

Copy by inserting the memory card into the recorder

You can copy pictures using equipment (such as Blu-ray disc recorders) with

support for each file format.

• See the instruction of the recorder for details for copying and

playing back.

Dubbing playback pictures via AV cable

Videos that are played on this camera can be dubbed on media such as a disc, a hard

disk or a videotape using a device such as a video recorder. This method is useful as

it allows dubbing to be performed even with devices that are not compatible with high

definition images. The picture quality will be reduced from high definition to standard

definition. Audio will be monaural.

Connect camera and recorder

AV cable

Start playback on the camera

Start recording on the recorder

• To stop recording (dubbing):

Stop the recording on your recorder first before

stopping the playback on the camera

To recorder’s input socket

Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied type (→9).

●

When using a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, always change the camera’s [TV Aspect]

setting (→62) to [4:3] before dubbing. Motion pictures copied in the [16:9] setting will

appear vertically stretched when viewed on a 4:3 TV screen.

For details on dubbing and playback methods, refer to your recorder’s instructions.

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Connecting to other devices

Using with your computer

Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the

two.

• Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card.

For details, see your computer’s instructions.

• If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed

requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded

pictures.)

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Computer specifications

You can connect the camera to a computer that can detect a mass storage device

(device that stores a large volume of data).

• Windows: Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows Vista / Windows XP

• Mac: OS X v10.1 - v10.8

Some motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] may not be scanned correctly by copying

a file or folder.

• When using Windows, be sure to use the available software to copy motion pictures

recorded in [AVCHD].

• When using Mac, you can copy motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] using

“iMovie ’11”. (For details about iMovie ’11, please contact Apple Inc.)

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Connecting to other devices

Using with your computer

Copying the recorded image data to a computer with the available software

Using the Adobe^®Photoshop^®Lightroom^®software (available for download, see below),

you can import the image data recorded with this camera in all file formats to a computer -

for still and motion pictures.

Three preparatory steps are necessary when initially installing the software to utilize it.

Install the software to your computer

a. Open an account at http://owners.leica-camera.com. As a result, you will receive

access to the “Owners area”.

b. Register your camera at “My products” by entering its serial number. Do so by

following the respective instructions.

c. Then select “...software download...”. You will be requested to enter the TAN code

which you will find on a sticker on the Guarantee Card.

• The key with which you can activate the software will be sent to you by email.

Activate the software with the key (numbers) you have

received

• Do so by following the respective instructions appearing after opening the

software.

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Using the software

Connect the camera to your computer

Use Adobe^®Photoshop^®Lightroom^®to copy still and motion

pictures to your computer

• For details on how to operate the software, refer to the online assistance.

Files and folders containing copied AVCHD motion pictures cannot be played back

or edited if they have been deleted, modified, or moved using Windows Explorer or

similar methods.

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Connecting to other devices

Using with your computer

Copying still and motion pictures

Make sure the plug is aligned correctly and that it is

inserted straight.

(Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape

which will cause trouble.)

Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so may

cause damage to the camera.

Preparation:

• When importing pictures from

the built-in memory, remove

any memory cards.

• Turn on the camera and

computer.

USB cable

[Access] (sending data)

• Do not disconnect

the USB cable while

[Access] is displayed.

Connect camera and computer

• Do not use any other USB cables except a genuine Leica USB cable of the

supplied type.

Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction.

Use the cursor buttons on the camera to select [PC], and then

press [MENU/SET]

Operate with your computer

• You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders

and files into separate folders on your computer.

Files and folders containing copied AVCHD motion pictures cannot be played back

or edited if they have been deleted, modified, or moved using Windows Explorer or

similar methods.

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To cancel the connection

• Windows: Execute “Safely Remove Hardware” on the taskbar

• Mac: Open the Finder and click the eject icon that appears on the sidebar

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Connecting to other devices

Using with your computer

■

Copying to your computer without using Adobe Photoshop

Lightroom

You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and

files into separate folders on your computer.

DCIM (Still/motion pictures)

100LEICA (Up to 999 pictures/folder)

L1000001.JPG

.JPG: Still pictures

.RWL: Still pictures recorded in

RAW file

.MP4: [MP4] Motion Pictures

.MPO: 3D still pictures

Windows

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L1000999.JPG

Drives are displayed

in “My Computer” or

“Computer” folder.

101LEICA

999LEICA

MISC (DPOF files, Favorite)

Mac

Drives are displayed on

the desktop.

(Displayed as “LEICA”,

“NO_NAME”, or

“Untitled”.)

PRIVATE

AVCHD (Motion pictures in AVCHD)

¹New folders are created in the following cases:

• When the number of files in a folder exceeds 999.

• When using memory cards already containing the same folder number (for example, pictures

taken with other cameras, etc.).

• When recording after performing [No.Reset].

²This folder is not created in the built-in memory.

Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards.

When the battery begins to run out during communication, a warning beep sounds.

Cancel communication via your computer immediately.

Setting the [USB Mode] to [PC] removes the need to make the setting each time the

camera is connected to the computer.

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For more details, consult your computer’s instructions.

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Connecting to other devices

Using with your computer

■

For PTP mode

The camera can be connected to your computer even if [USB Mode] (→61) is set to

[PictBridge(PTP)].

• Only picture output can be performed.

• If you cannot connect to your computer in PTP mode, set [USB Mode] to [PC] and

reconnect.

• It may not be possible to import if there are 1000 or more pictures on the card.

• Motion pictures, 3D still pictures or RAW pictures cannot be read.

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Connecting to other devices

Printing

You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing.

• Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card.

For details, see the instructions for your printer.

Make sure the plug is aligned correctly and that it

is inserted straight.

(Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of

shape which will cause trouble.)

Also, do not insert into the wrong socket. Doing so

may cause damage to the camera.

Preparation:

• When printing pictures from the built-

in memory, remove the memory card

• Adjust the print quality or other

settings on your printer, as needed

• Turn on camera and printer

• Do not disconnect the USB cable

when the cable disconnection icon

is displayed (may not be displayed

with some printers).

USB cable

Connect camera and printer

• Do not use any other USB cables except a genuine Leica USB cable of the

supplied type.

Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction.

Use the cursor buttons on the camera to select

[PictBridge(PTP)], and then press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select a picture to print, and then

press [MENU/SET]

Use the cursor buttons to select [Print start], and then press

[MENU/SET]

(Print settings (→216))

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To cancel print

Press [MENU/SET]

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Connecting to other devices

Printing

Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards.

Disconnect the USB cable after printing.

●

When the battery begins to run out during communication, a warning beep sounds.

Cancel printing and disconnect the USB cable.

Still pictures recorded in a RAW file cannot be printed. (The still pictures recorded in

JPEG file format at the same time as the RAW file can be printed.)

Motion pictures cannot be printed.

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Connecting to other devices

Printing

Printing multiple pictures

Use the cursor buttons to select [Multi Print] in step

(→213)

Use the cursor buttons to select item, and then press

[MENU/SET]

• [Multi Select]:

Scroll between pictures with the cursor buttons, and then

select pictures to print with the [DISP] button (Press the

[DISP] button again to erase selection)

Press [MENU/SET] when selection is complete

Prints all pictures.

• [Select All]:

• [Print Set (DPOF)]: Prints the pictures selected in [Print Set]. (→166)

• [Favorite]: Prints the pictures selected as [Favorite]. (→165)

Use the cursor buttons to select [Print start], and then press

[MENU/SET]

(Print settings (→216))

• Select [Yes] if the print confirmation screen is displayed

An orange “●” displayed during printing indicates an error message.

Printing may be divided into several pictures if printing a large amount of pictures.

(Remaining sheets display may differ from the number of pictures set for printing.)

●

Printing with date and text

■

Printing date without [Text Stamp]

Printing in store: Only the recording date can be printed. Request date printing in

the store.

●

• Making [Print Set] (→166) settings on the camera in advance allows settings for

numbers of copies and date printing to be designated before giving the card to the

store.

• When printing still pictures of 16:9 Aspect Ratio, check in advance that the store

can accept this size.

Using a printer:The recording date can be printed by setting [Print Set] on the

●

camera, or by setting [Print with Date] (→216) to [ON] when connecting

to a printer compatible with date printing.

• Time and date can be set to be printed on the picture when taking the picture by

activating the [Date Stamp] function in the [Rec] menu. (→138)

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Connecting to other devices

Printing

Making print settings on the camera

The setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make the

settings before selecting [Print start].

Use the cursor buttons to select the item, and then press

[MENU/SET]

Item

Settings

[Print with Date]

[Num.of prints]

[ON] / [OFF]

Sets the number of pictures (up to 999 pictures)

When is selected, the printer settings take priority.

(printer takes priority) / (1 picture, no border) /

(1 picture, with border) / (2 pictures) / (4 pictures)

[Paper Size]

[Page Layout]

Use the cursor buttons to select setting, and then press

[MENU/SET]

When setting [Print with Date] to [ON], check the date printing settings on the printer

(printer settings may be prioritized).

To print a picture on which text or a date has been stamped, set [Print with Date] to

[OFF]. (The still picture is printed with the date superimposed on it.)

Items may not be displayed if incompatible with the printer.

●

To arrange

“2 pictures” or

“4 pictures” in the same still picture, set the number

of prints for the still picture to 2 or 4.

To print to paper sizes/layouts not supported by this camera, set to

settings on the printer. (Consult your printer’s instructions.)

Even with completed [Print Set] settings, dates may not be printed, depending on the

shop or printer used.

and make

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Miscellaneous

Monitor/Viewfinder displays

The screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary.

In recording

Recording Mode (→25)

Backlight Compensation

(→30, 33, 137)

Rec Format (→139)

Rec Quality (→139)

Resolution (→128)

Quality (→129)

Flash Mode (→75)

AF frame/metering area (→39)

Histogram (→57)

Stabilizer (→38, 137)

Motion Deblur (→32)

Camera shake alert (→38)

White Balance (→131)

Color Mode (→136)

Creative control adjustment

display (→97)

Battery capacity (→17)

Focus (→39)

Wind cut (→141)

Intelligent exposure (→134)

AF macro (→78)

Macro zoom (→80)

Manual Focus (→87)

AF Lock (→86)

Coloring (→36)

Exposure series Mode (→119)

Auto Bracket (→91)

Self-timer (→89)

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Miscellaneous

Monitor/Viewfinder displays

Brightness (→36)

Exposure Compensation (→90)

AF Tracking (→34, 83)

AF Assist Lamp (→136)

Metering mode (→134)

AE Lock (→86)

ISO Sensitivity (→130)

Defocusing control (→31, 36, 97)

Aperture value (→38, 92, 94)

Minimum shutter speed (→135)

Shutter speed (→38, 93, 94)

F5.9

1/60

Number of recordable pictures

(→21)

290

R29m00s

Remaining recording time (→40)

Recording state

Storage destination (→20)

Date Stamp (→138)

Custom Set (→115)

Monitor luminance (→56)

29s

Elapsed recording time (→40)

Monitor Power Save (→59)

[m] and [s] indicate “minutes” and “seconds”. (With camera models 18 484/-488)

[h], [m] and [s] indicate “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds”.

(With camera models 18 485/-486/-487/-489/-490/-491)

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Monitor/Viewfinder displays

Current date/time

World time (→127)

Name (→112, 124)

Age in years/months (→112, 124)

Destination settings (→126)

Travel; elapsed days (→126)

Focus range (→79)

Zoom (→71)

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Monitor/Viewfinder displays

The screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary.

In playback

Playback mode (→145)

Protected picture (→167)

Favorites (→165)

Date/text stamped display

(→138, 159)

Color Mode (→136)

Retouched picture (→153, 154)

Resolution (→128)

Quality (→129)

Battery capacity (→17)

Rec Format (→139)

Rec Quality (→139)

Motion picture recording time

(→40)

30s

Exposure series (→143)

Histogram (→57)

Retouch (→153)

Motion picture playback (→48)

Panorama playback (→107)

Exposure series playback (→143)

[m] and [s] indicate “minutes” and “seconds”. (With camera models 18 484/-488)

[h], [m] and [s] indicate “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds”.

(With camera models 18 485/-486/-487/-489/-490/-491)

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Monitor/Viewfinder displays

Folder/File number (→44, 211)

Picture number/Total number of pictures (→44)

Recording date/time

World time (→127)

Name (→112, 124)

Age in years/months (→112, 124)

Title (→158)

Destination settings (→126)

Travel, elapsed days (→126)

Print settings (→166)

With location information (→156)

Acquiring information icon (→143)

Monitor luminance (→56)

Recording mode (→25)

Flash Mode (→75)

White Balance (→131)

Exposure Compensation (→90)

Creative control adjustment

display (→97)

ISO Sensitivity (→130)

F3.3

1/60

Aperture value (→38, 92, 94)

Shutter speed (→38, 93, 94)

The displaying is performed in the following priority order: title, travel destination, name ([Baby]/

[Pet]), and name ([Face Recog.]). When the number of days elapsed from day of departure is

displayed, age in years/months is not displayed.

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Monitor/Viewfinder displays

Message displays

The following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the monitor or the

viewfinder, and how to respond to them.

[This memory card cannot be used]

A MultiMediaCard was inserted.

→ Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card.

●

[Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted]

Non-DCF pictures (→44) cannot be deleted.

→ Save the needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→64)

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[No additional selections can be made]

The number of pictures that can be deleted at once has been exceeded.

More than 999 pictures have been set as [Favorite].

The number of pictures allowing [Title Edit], [Text Stamp] or [Resize] (multiple settings) at once has

been exceeded.

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[Cannot be set on this picture]

[Print Set], [Title Edit], or [Text Stamp] cannot be made for non-DCF pictures (→44).

●

[Please turn camera off and then on again] [System Error]

The lens is not working correctly.

→ Turn the camera on again.

●

(Consult your dealer or your nearest Leica Customer Care center if the display still remains)

[Some pictures cannot be copied] [Copy could not be completed]

Pictures cannot be copied in following cases.

→ A picture of same name already exists in the built-in memory when copying from a memory card.

→ The file is not of DCF standard (→44).

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→ The picture was taken or edited on a different device.

[Not enough space on built-in memory] [Not enough memory on the card]

There is no space left in the built-in memory or the memory card. When you copy pictures from

the built-in memory to the card (batch copy), the pictures are copied until the capacity of the card

becomes full.

●

[Built-In Memory Error] [Format built-in memory?]

Displayed when formatting the built-in memory via a computer, etc.

→ Reformat directly using the camera. The data will be deleted.

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[Memory card error. This card cannot be used in this camera. Format this card?]

The card format cannot be used with this camera.

→ Save the needed data on a computer or an other device, and then use [Format] on the camera.

(→64)

●

[Insert SD card again] [Try another card]

Access to the card has failed.

→ Insert the card again.

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Try with a different card.

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Monitor/Viewfinder displays

[Memory card parameter error]

The card is not of SD standard.

Use a card compatible with the camera.

• SD memory cards (8 MB to 2 GB)

• SDHC memory cards (4 GB to 32 GB)

• SDXC memory cards (48 GB, 64 GB)

●

[Read Error] / [Write Error] [Please check the card]

Data reading has failed.

→ Check whether the card has been inserted correctly (→19).

●

Data writing has failed.

●

→ Turn off the camera and remove the card. Reinsert the card and turn the camera on again.

The card may possibly be damaged.

Try with a different card.

●

[Cannot record due to incompatible format(NTSC/PAL) data on this card.]

Format the card after saving the necessary data on a computer etc. (→64)

→ Insert a different card.

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[Motion recording was cancelled due to the limitation of the writing speed of the card]

Motion picture recording may be automatically terminated with certain cards.

●

→ If recording stops even when using a card of the recommended speed class (→20), the data writing

speed drops. If this happens, we recommend backing up the data on the memory card and

formatting it (→64).

[A folder cannot be created]

The folder numbers in use have reached 999.

→ Save the needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→64)

The folder number is reset to 100 when performing [No.Reset] (→60).

●

[Picture is displayed for 16:9 TV] [Picture is displayed for 4:3 TV]

The supplied AV cable is connected to the camera.

●

→ To remove the message immediately → Press [MENU/SET].

→ To change the aspect ratio → Change [TV Aspect] (→62).

The supplied USB cable is only connected to the camera.

●

→ A message disappears when the cable is also connected to another device.

[This battery cannot be used]

Use a genuine Leica battery (→9).

The battery cannot be recognized as its terminals are dirty.

→ Wipe any dirt from the battery’s terminals.

●

[Recording failed.]

Recording may be impossible if the recording location for a 3D image is too dark/too bright, or if the

subject lacks contrast.

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Monitor/Viewfinder displays

[Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found]

Check the following regarding the wireless access point.

→ The wireless access point information set on the camera is wrong. Check the authentication type,

encryption type, and encryption key. (→193)

●

→ The power of the wireless access point is not turned on.

→ The setting of the wireless access point is not supported by the camera.

Check the network setting of the destination.

Radio transmission from other devices may block the connection to a wireless access point.

→ Check other devices that are connected to the wireless access point and devices that use the

2.4GHz band.

●

[No picture to send]

This is displayed when there is no image to transmit due to the restriction of the destination.

Check the file type of the image to transmit. (→185)

●

[Connection failed. Please retry in a few minutes.] /

[Network disconnected. Transfer stopped.]

Radio transmission from the wireless access point are getting weak.

●

→ Perform the connection closer to the wireless access point.

There is no reply from the server or it has exceeded the communication processing time.

→ Try again after a while.

Depending on the wireless access point, connection may be automatically disconnected after

specific time has passed.

●

→ Reconnect the connection again.

[Connection failed]

Check the following regarding the smartphones you intend to connect.

→ The smartphone does not operate.

●

→ Change the access point to connect to in the smartphone Wi-Fi settings to this camera.

→ There is no free storage space on the smartphone.

[Some files cannot be sent because of destination limit] /

[Transfer completed. Some files are left because of destination limit.]

Check the file format of the image to send.

Sending motion pictures may fail if the file size is too large. Split the motion picture using [Video

Divide]. (→161)

●

[Cannot get IP address. Please set wireless AP’s IP address setting to DHCP.]

Turn on DHCP settings of the IP address of the connected wireless access points.

●

[Cannot connect to server]

If a message is displaying asking to update the root certificate, agree to update the root certificate.

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Troubleshooting

Try checking these items (→225 - 234) first.

If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue

(→61). (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to

their values at the time of purchase.)

Battery, power

The charging lamp turns off before the battery is fully charged.

Charging is being performed in a place with extremely high or low temperature.

●

→ Reconnect the supplied USB cable (→9) and retry charging in a place where ambient temperature

is 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) (temperature conditions also apply to the battery itself).

(When the USB cable is reconnected after the battery is fully charged, the charging lamp will light

for approximately 15 seconds.)

The camera does not work even if it is turned on.

The battery is not inserted correctly (→14), or needs recharging.

●

The camera switches off as soon as it is turned on.

The battery needs recharging.

●

The camera is turned off automatically.

If you connect to a TV compatible with HDTV Link (HDMI) with an HDMI micro cable (→201) and turn

off the TV with the remote control for the TV, the camera also turns off.

→ If you are not using HDTV Link (HDMI), set [HDTV Link] to [OFF]. (→62)

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Troubleshooting

Recording

Pictures cannot be recorded.

The built-in memory/the card is full.

→ Free space by deleting unwanted pictures (→50).

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Recorded pictures look white.

The lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.).

→ Turn the camera on to extend the lens barrel, and clean lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.

The lens is foggy (→7).

●

Recorded pictures are too bright/too dark.

Adjust the exposure (→90).

[Min. Shtr Speed] is set to a fast speed. Check the setting (→135).

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Several pictures are taken when I press the shutter button just once.

The camera is set to [Auto Bracket] or [Burst].

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Recorded pictures are not sharp.

The set mode is not appropriate for the distance to the subject. (Focusing ranges vary according to

the recording mode.)

●

The subject is outside of focus range. (→79)

This can be caused by camera shake or subject movement. (→38)

●

Recorded pictures are blurred. The stabilizer function ineffective.

The shutter speed is slower in dark locations and the stabilizer function is less effective.

→ Hold the camera firmly with both hands, keeping arms close to body.

●

Use a tripod and the self-timer (→89) when using slower shutter speeds with [Min. Shtr Speed].

●

[Auto Bracket] cannot be used.

There is only enough memory for 2 pictures or fewer.

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Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference.

The ISO Sensitivity is high, or the shutter speed is low.

(The Default [Sensitivity] setting is [AUTO] – interference may appear with indoor pictures.)

→ Reduce the [Sensitivity] (→130).

●

→ Take pictures in brighter locations.

Stripes or flickering may appear under lighting such as fluorescent lighting

and LED lighting fixtures.

This is characteristic of MOS sensors like the one in this camera. This is not a

malfunction.

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Brightness or coloring of recorded pictures are different than in reality.

When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixtures etc., increasing the shutter speed may

introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the characteristics of the light

source and do not indicate a malfunction.

●

When recording subjects in extremely bright locations or recording under fluorescent lighting, LED

lighting fixtures, mercury lamps, sodium lighting etc., the colors and screen brightness may change

or horizontal stripes may appear on the screen.

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Troubleshooting

Recording (continued)

Reddish horizontal streaks appear on the monitor during recording.

This is characteristic of MOS sensors like the one in this camera. It appears when the subject has a

bright part. Some unevenness may occur in the surrounding areas, but this is not a malfunction. It is

recorded in motion pictures but is not on still pictures.

It is recommended that you take pictures while taking care not to expose the screen to sunlight or

any other source of strong light.

●

Motion picture recording stops midway.

If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously,

and recording may be stopped halfway through to protect the camera.

is displayed

●

With some memory cards, access display may appear briefly after recording, and recording may

end midway.

Use a card of SD Speed “Class 4” or higher. If recording stops even when using a card of the

recommended speed class, the data writing speed has dropped. If this happens, we recommend

backing up the data on the memory card and formatting it (→64).

●

Panorama picture recording stops before finishing.

If the pan motion of the camera is too slow, the camera assumes that the operation has been

aborted and stops recording.

●

If the pan motion of the camera is too shaky when it is moved toward the recording direction, the

camera stops recording.

●

→ To record panorama pictures, pan the camera in a small circular motion parallel to the recording

direction at a speed of approx. 8 seconds per revolution (guideline).

The subject cannot be locked. (AF tracking fails)

If the color of the subject is similar to that of its background, AF Tracking may not function. Aim the

AF frame at an area of the subject with color specific to it.

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Troubleshooting

Monitor/Viewfinder

Pictures do not show on the monitor.

The camera is set for viewfinder display.

→ Press [LVF] button and switch to monitor display.

●

The brightness is unstable.

The aperture value is set while shutter button is pressed halfway. (This does not affect the recorded

picture.)

●

This symptom may also occur when the brightness changes because the zoom is operated or the

camera is moved. This is the automatic aperture operation of the camera and is not a malfunction.

The monitor flickers indoors.

The monitor may flicker for a few seconds after turning on. This is an operation to correct flicker

caused by lighting such as fluorescent lights, LED lights etc. and is not a malfunction.

●

The monitor is too bright/too dark.

[Monitor Luminance] is activated (→56)

Use [Monitor Display] to adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. (→55)

●

Black/blue/red/green dots or interference appear. The monitor looks distorted when

touched.

This is not a fault, and will not be recorded on the actual pictures.

●

Pressing the [LVF] button does not switch between monitor and viewfinder.

When it is connected to a computer or printer, the camera can only display pictures on the monitor.

●

Flash

No flash is emitted.

The flash is set to

The flash becomes unavailable in the following cases :

• [Auto Bracket]

[Forced Flash Off] (→75).

●

• [Burst] (Excluding

[Flash Burst])

• Scene Modes ([Scenery], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [Sunset], [Starry Sky],

[Through window], [3D Photo Mode])

• [Creative Control] Mode

• [Panorama Shot] Mode

Multiple flashes are emitted.

Red-eye reduction is active (→75). (Flashes twice to prevent eyes appearing red.)

●

[Burst] is set to

[Flash Burst].

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Playback

Pictures have been rotated.

[Rotate Disp.] is activated (→63)

●

Pictures cannot be viewed. There are no recorded pictures.

There are no pictures in the built-in memory or the memory card (pictures are played from the card if

inserted, from the built-in memory if not).

Has the file name of the picture been changed on a computer? If so, it cannot be played back on the

camera.

During [Filtering Play], only pictures under the set filters are displayed.

→ Cancel filtering (→146).

●

The folder/file number displayed as [-]. The picture is black.

The picture was edited on a computer or taken on a different device.

The battery was removed immediately after the picture was taken, or the picture was taken with low

battery capacity.

●

→ Use [Format] to delete (→64).

Picture display takes a lot of time during Multi Playback.

When you have many pictures that were edited with [Resize], [Retouch], etc., it may take several

minutes for all pictures to be displayed during Multi Playback.

●

An incorrect date is displayed in Calendar Search.

The picture was edited on a computer or taken on a different device.

[Clock Set] is incorrect (→24).

(An incorrect date may be displayed in Calendar Search on pictures copied to a computer and then

back to the camera, if computer and camera dates differ.)

●

White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture.

If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white round spots may

●

appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting particles of dust in the air. This is

not a fault. A characteristic of this is that the number of round spots and their position

differ in every picture.

[Thumbnail is displayed] is shown on the screen.

The pictures may have been recorded on another device. If so, they may be displayed with poor

picture quality.

●

Red areas of recorded pictures are rendered black.

When digital red-eye correction (

colored areas with red areas inside, the digital red-eye correction function may blacken the red

areas.

) is operating, if a subject is recorded that has skin-

●

→ We recommend setting the flash to

or , or [Red-Eye Removal] to [OFF] before recording.

Sounds of camera operations such as zooming are audible in motion picture recordings.

Camera operation sounds may be recorded as camera automatically adjusts the lens aperture

during motion picture recording; this is not a fault.

●

Motion pictures taken by this camera cannot be played in other cameras.

Even if a device is compatible with AVCHD and MP4, the motion pictures that were recorded with

this camera may have bad picture quality or sound quality upon playback, or may be unable to be

played back. Also, there might be a case that a recording information does not display correctly.

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Troubleshooting

About the Wi-Fi function

The camera cannot connect to the wireless LAN. The radio transmission gets

disconnected.

Use the camera within the communication range of the wireless LAN network.

Connection types and security setting methods are different depending on the wireless access point.

→ Refer to the instructions of the wireless access point.

●

When the radio transmission is interrupted, the condition may improve by moving the location or

changing the angle of the wireless access point.

●

The camera may not automatically connect when the network SSID of the wireless access point is

set not to broadcast.

●

→ Set the network SSID of the wireless access point to broadcast.

Is any device, such as microwave oven, cordless phone, etc., that uses 2.4GHz frequency operated

nearby?

●

→ Radio transmissions may get interrupted when used simultaneously. Use them sufficiently away

from the device.

Is the 5GHz/2.4GHz switchable wireless access point connected to other equipment using the 5GHz

●

band?

→ The use of a wireless access point that can use 5GHz/2.4GHz simultaneously is recommended.

It cannot be used simultaneously with this camera if it is not compatible.

When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the

●

connection may be disrupted. (A message such as [Communication error] is displayed.)

The wireless access point is not displayed. Or it cannot be connected.

Check if the wireless access point to connect is in operating state.

The camera may not display or connect to a wireless access point depending on the radio

transmission condition.

●

→ Perform the connection closer to the wireless access point.

It may not be displayed even if the radio transmission works depending on the setting of the wireless

access point.

●

→ Check the settings of the wireless access point.

The wireless access point may not be found depending on the radio transmission condition.

→ Perform the [Manual Connection]. (→192)

●

Is the network SSID of the wireless access point set not to broadcast?

→ It may not be detected when it is set not to broadcast. Enter and set the network SSID. (→193)

●

Try the following:

●

→ Move the camera closer to the wireless access point

→ Remove the obstacles between the camera and the wireless access point

→ Change the direction of the camera

It takes long time every time to connect to a smartphone.

It may take longer time to connect depending on the Wi-Fi connection setting of the smartphone, but

it is not a malfunction.

●

The camera is not displayed in the Wi-Fi setting screen of the smartphone. It takes time

to setup the connection.

Try switching the ON/OFF of the Wi-Fi function in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone.

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About the Wi-Fi function (continued)

It takes time to transmit an image.

Is the size of the image too large?

→ Transmit after dividing the motion picture with [Video Divide] (→161).

→ Reduce the image size at [Size] (→199), and then send.

●

It may take longer time to transmit when distance to the wireless access point is far.

→ Transmit closer to the wireless access point.

●

There is an image that could not be transmitted.

Is the size of the image too large?

→ Divide the motion picture using [Video Divide] (→161).

→ Reduce the image size at [Size] (→199), and then send.

●

I have forgotten the password for the Wi-Fi.

→ Execute the [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] in the [Setup] menu. (→61)

→ However, all the information you have set on the [Wi-Fi Setup] menu, will be reset.

Transmission of the image fails midway.

Is the size of the image too large?

→ Transmit after dividing the motion picture with [Video Divide] (→161).

→ Reduce the image size at [Size] (→199), and then send.

●

→ The image cannot be transmitted when the battery indicator is flashing red.

Motion pictures cannot be transmitted.

The file format of the motion picture that can be sent differs depending on the destination. (→185)

Is the size of the image too large?

→ Transmit after dividing the motion picture with [Video Divide] (→161).

●

I cannot connect using the NFC function.

The smartphone is not NFC compatible.

This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above).

●

Is the NFC function on the smartphone turned off?

The [NFC Operation] on the camera is set to [OFF]. (→200)

The camera has a hard time recognizing some smartphone models. If it is not recognized, slowly

shift the smartphone while it is next to the camera.

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TV, computer, printer

No image appears on TV. The image is blurred or not colored.

The camera is not connected correctly (→201).

The television has not been switched to auxiliary input.

Check the [Video Out] setting (NTSC/PAL) on the camera. (→62)

(With camera models 18 484/-487/-488/-491)

●

The TV screen display differs from that of the monitor.

The aspect ratio may be incorrect or the edges may be cut off with certain TVs.

●

Motion pictures on TV cannot be played back.

Card is inserted into TV.

●

→ Connect with the supplied AV cable (→9) or an HDMI micro cable and play on the camera (→201).

The picture is not displayed on the full TV screen.

Check the [TV Aspect] settings (→62).

●

No sound is output from the camera speaker.

When the supplied AV cable (→9) or an HDMI micro cable is connected to the camera, no sound is

output from the camera.

●

HDTV Link (HDMI) is not working.

Is the HDMI micro cable connected correctly? (→201)

→ Check that the HDMI micro cable is fully inserted.

●

Is the camera’s [HDTV Link] setting set to [ON]? (→62)

●

→ The input setting may not be able to be changed automatically with certain TVs’ HDMI sockets.

In this case, please change the input setting with your TV’s remote control (consult your TV’s

instructions for details).

→ Check the HDTV Link (HDMI) settings on the device you are connecting to.

→ Turn the camera off and on again.

→ Provided it has this function, turn the “HDTV Link control (HDMI device control)” setting on your

HDTV compatible television set to off and then to on again. (Consult your TV’s instructions for

details.)

Communication with the computer does not succeed.

The connection is not correct (→210).

Check whether computer has recognized camera.

→ Set [USB Mode] to [PC] (→61).

●

→ Turn the camera off and then back on again.

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TV, computer, printer (continued)

The computer does not recognize the memory card (it only reads the built-in memory).

Disconnect the USB cable and reconnect with an inserted card.

●

The computer does not recognize the memory card. (When using an SDXC memory card)

→ Check whether your computer is compatible with SDXC memory cards.

→ A message prompting you to format the card may appear when you connect it. Do not format the

card.

→ If the [Access] indicator on the monitor does not go off, turn the camera off before disconnecting

the USB cable.

Printing does not work in spite of an existing connection to a printer.

The printer is not compatible with PictBridge.

Set [USB Mode] to [PictBridge(PTP)] (→61).

●

The edges of pictures are cut off when printing.

Erase any trimming or edgeless printing settings on the printer before printing.

(Consult the printer’s instructions.)

●

The pictures were recorded in

→ If printing in a shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed.

aspect ratio.

●

Panorama pictures are not printed properly.

The aspect ratio of panorama pictures is different from that of regular still pictures, and some

panorama pictures may not be printed correctly.

●

→ Use a printer with support for panorama pictures. (Refer to the instructions for the printer.)

→ We recommend adjusting the size of a picture in accordance with print paper using the software

available (→209).

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Troubleshooting

Others

The menu is not displayed in the desired language.

Change the [Language] setting (→64).

●

The camera rattles if shaken.

This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault.

●

The red lamp is illuminated when pressing the shutter button halfway in dark locations.

[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [ON] (→136).

●

The AF Assist Lamp is not illuminated.

[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [OFF] (→136).

In bright locations the lamp is not necessary and therefore it does not light up.

●

The camera gets hot.

The camera may become a little warm during use, but this does not affect performance or quality.

●

The lens makes a clicking noise.

When brightness changes, the lens may make a clicking noise and the monitor or viewfinder

brightness may also change, but this is due to aperture settings being made.

(Does not affect recording.)

●

The clock is incorrect.

The camera has been left for a long period.

→ Reset the clock (→24).

●

A long time was taken to set the clock (the clock will be behind by the same lapse of time).

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The complete zooming range is not accessible.

If the zoom ratio stops at 3x, [Macro Zoom] has been set. (→80)

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File numbers are not recorded in sequence.

File numbers are reset when new folders are created (→211).

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File numbers have jumped backwards.

The battery was removed/inserted with the camera turned on.

(Numbers may jump backwards if folder/file numbers are not correctly recorded.)

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Usage cautions and notes

When in use

The camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault.

Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as

microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

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• If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on it may be disrupted by

electromagnetic fields.

• Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting

the pictures and/or the sound.

• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted by strong magnetic fields created

by speakers or large motors.

• Electromagnetic fields generated by microprocessors may adversely affect the camera, disturbing

the pictures and/or the sound.

• If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,

turn it off and remove the battery or disconnect the supplied charger/AC adapter. Then reinsert

the battery or reconnect the charger/AC adapter and turn the camera on.

Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or the sound

may be adversely affected.

Do not extend the supplied cord or cable.

Do not allow the camera to come into contact with pesticides or volatile substances (they can cause

surface damage or coating to peel).

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Do not keep objects that may be influenced magnetically close to the speaker.

• Magnetized objects such as bank cards, commuter passes, watches, may be adversely affected

by the magnetic influence of the speaker.

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Never leave the camera and the battery in a car or on a car hood in the summer.

It may cause leakage of the battery electrolyte, the development of heat, and may cause a fire and

the battery to explode due to the high temperature.

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Caring for your camera

To clean your camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and wipe with

a soft, dry cloth.

Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn stains, before wiping with a dry cloth.

Do not use benzine, thinners, alcohol, or kitchen detergent, as these may damage the outer casing

and finish of the camera.

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If using a chemically-treated cloth, read the supplied instructions carefully.

Do not touch the lens cover.

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Lens cover

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Usage cautions and notes

When not using for a while

Turn off the camera before removing the battery and the memory card (ensure that battery is

removed to prevent damage through over-discharge).

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Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags.

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Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer, etc. Store batteries in cool (15°C

to 25°C (59°F to 77°F)) places with low humidity (40% RH to 60% RH) and no major temperature

changes.

Charge the battery once per year and use completely before storing again.

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Memory cards

To prevent damage to cards and data

• Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic fields, and static electricity.

• Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts.

• Do not touch the terminals on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet.

When disposing of/transferring memory cards

• If using the “format” or “delete” functions on your camera or computer, this only changes the file

management information, and does not completely delete the data from within the memory card.

When disposing of or transferring your memory cards, we recommend physically destroying the

memory card itself, or using commercially available computer data erasing software to completely

delete the data from the card. Data within memory cards should be managed responsibly.

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Monitor/Viewfinder

Do not exert excess pressure on the monitor. This may cause uneven display and damage the

monitor.

In cold climates or other situations when the camera becomes cold, the monitor or the viewfinder

may appear slightly darker than normal immediately after the camera is turned on. Normal

brightness will return once the internal components have warmed up.

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The monitor and the viewfinder are made with extremely high precision technology. However there

may be some dark or bright spots (red, blue or green) on the screen. This is not a malfunction. The

monitor and viewfinder screens are controlled with extremely high precision (greater than 99.99%),

but some pixels (under 0.01%) may be inactive. The spots will not be recorded on pictures on the

built-in memory or a card.

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Usage cautions and notes

About charging the battery

The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes

longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time.

The battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter.

The battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after being charged.

Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.

Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the resulting heat

generated.

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Frequently charging up the battery is not recommended.

(Frequently charging the battery reduces the maximum usage time and can cause the battery to

expand.)

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If the available battery power is significantly reduced, the battery is reaching end of its lifespan.

Please purchase a new battery.

When charging:

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• Wipe dirt from the battery terminals with a dry cloth.

• Keep at least 1m (3′ 4″) away from an AM radio (this may cause radio interference).

Do not use a damaged or dented battery (especially terminals), e.g. by dropping (can cause faults).

Do not peel off or scratch the covering on the battery.

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• Using a battery with a part of or all of its covering removed or broken may cause malfunction.

About the supplied charger/AC adapter (→9)

Keep at least 1m (3′ 4″) away from an AM radio (this may cause radio interference).

The charger/AC adapter may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a

malfunction.

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After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet. (A very small

amount of current is consumed if it is left connected.)

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Lens

Images may appear slightly white if the lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). Turn the camera on, hold the

extended lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth.

Do not leave the lens exposed to direct sunlight.

Do not touch the lens cover, as this may damage the lens. Be careful when removing the camera

from a bag, etc.

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When using a tripod or unipod

Do not apply excessive force or tighten damaged screws. (This may damage the camera, tripod

thread, or label.)

●

Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Refer to the tripod instructions.)

You may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using a tripod or unipod.

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Usage cautions and notes

About 3D viewing

Anyone who is hypersensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid

viewing 3D pictures.

• Viewing 3D pictures may have an adverse effect to the individual.

If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D pictures, stop viewing at once.

• Continuing to view may cause illness.

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• After stopping viewing, please rest appropriately.

When viewing 3D pictures, we recommend taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes.

• Viewing for extended periods may cause eye-fatigue.

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Short-sighted or long-sighted persons, those with differences in the sight of their right and left eyes,

and those with astigmatism are advised to correct their vision by wearing glasses etc.

Stop viewing if you can clearly see a double image while viewing 3D pictures.

• There are differences in the way that different people experience 3D pictures. Please correct your

sight appropriately before viewing 3D pictures.

• You can change the 3D setting of your television or 3D output setting of the unit to 2D.

Personal Information

To protect personal information, we recommend that you set a Wi-Fi password. (→200)

If names or birthdays are set in [Baby] Mode or in the [Face Recog.] function, keep in mind that the

camera and recorded pictures will contain personal information.

Disclaimer

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• Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity,

accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations.

Leica Camera AG will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the

alteration or loss of data containing personal information.

When ordering repairs or transferring/disposing of the camera

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• To protect your personal information, please reset the settings. (→61)

• If any pictures are contained in the built-in memory, copy (→169) them to a memory card if

necessary, and then format (→64) the built-in memory.

• Remove the memory card from the camera.

• When ordering repairs, the built-in memory and other settings may be returned to the initial

purchase state.

• If the above operations cannot be performed because of a camera malfunction, consult your

dealer or the nearest Leica Customer Care department.

When transferring or disposing of your memory card, see “When disposing of/transferring

memory cards” in the previous section (→236).

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Usage cautions and notes

• The SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

• HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface

are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing

LLC in the United States and other countries.

• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic

Corporation and Sony Corporation.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories.

• Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks

or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States

and/or other countries.

• iMovie, Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or

registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license

therefrom.

• App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

• Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Google Inc.

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• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• “Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “Wi-Fi Direct”, “WPA” and “WPA2” are marks or

registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a

registered trademark of DynaComware Taiwan Inc.

• Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH.

• Summicron is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

• Adobe^®Photoshop^®Lightroom^®is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems

Incorporated.

• Other names, company names, and product names mentioned in these instructions are

trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.

This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial

use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or

(ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial

activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is

granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG

LA, LLC.

See http://www.mpegla.com.

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Usage cautions and notes

This product incorporates the following software:

(1) the software owned by third party and licensed to Leica Camera AG, and/or

(2) open source software

The software categorized as (2) is distributed in the hope that it will be useful,

but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of

MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof displayed by selecting

[MENU/SET] → [Setup] → [Version Disp.] → [Software info].

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Leica service addresses

Leica Product Support

The Leica Product Support department can provide you with an answer to any technical

questions relating to Leica products, including software supplied, either in writing, on the

telephone or by e-mail.

They are also the contact point for purchasing advice and to order instructions.

Alternatively, you can send us your questions using the contact form on the Leica Camera

AG homepage.

Leica Camera AG

Product Support / Software Support

Solmser Gewerbepark 8

D-35606 Solms

Tel.: +49 (0) 6442-208-111 / -108

Fax: +49 (0) 6442-208-490

info@leica-camera.com / software-support@leica-camera.com

Leica Customer Care

For servicing your Leica equipment or in the event of damage, the Leica Camera AG

Customer Care department or the repair service provided by authorized Leica agents in

your country are available (for addresses, see Guarantee Card).

Leica Camera AG

Customer Care

Solmser Gewerbepark 8

D- 35606 Solms

Tel.: +49 (0) 6442-208-189

Fax: +49 (0) 6442-208-339

customer.care@leica-camera.com

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Leica Camera AG / Oskar-Barnack-Straße 11 / D-35606 SOLMS / DEUTSCHLAND

Telefon +49 (0) 6442-208-0 / Telefax +49 (0) 6442-208-333

www.leica-camera.com

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