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LEICA C
Instructions
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Table of contents Preparations Basics Before use .............................................. 7 Basic settings/operation ..................... 25 Scope of Delivery .................................. 9 Using the control ring ......................... 27 Accessories ........................................... 9 Using the Quick menu ......................... 28 Names of the components.................. 10 Snapshot mode .................................... 29 Cursor buttons/Control dial ..........
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Table of contents Using the [Setup] menu ...................... 54 Taking pictures [Clock Set] ...................................................54 [World Time] ................................................54 Switching between monitor and [Travel Date] ................................................54 viewfinder ............................................. 66 [Airplane Mode] ...........................................54 Switching displays .............................. 67 [Beep] .........
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Table of contents [Creative Control] mode ...................... 96 Using the Face Recognition [Expressive] .................................................98 function .............................................. 122 [Retro] .........................................................98 Registering face pictures ..........................124 [Old Days] ...................................................98 Editing or deleting information about [High Key] ......................................
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Table of contents 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] ....................
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Table of contents Connecting to other devices Miscellaneous Viewing on a TV screen .................... 201 Monitor/Viewfinder displays ............. 217 HDTV Link (HDMI) ....................................203 In recording ...............................................217 Viewing 3D still pictures ............................205 In playback ................................................220 Message displays ......................................222 Copying still and motion pictures to a rec
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Preparations Preparations Before use ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, ● 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 c
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Preparations Before use ■ 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 tha
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Preparations Scope of Delivery Accessories Order No. Order No. Rechargeable battery C-TWIST (wraparound) BP-DC14-E 18 535 light gold 18 784 BP-DC14-U 18 536 dark red 18 785 (delivery differs depending on markets) C-SNAP (protector) Battery charger/ light gold 18 786 AC adapter dark red 18 787 ACA-DC11-U 423-106.001-003 C-CLUTCH ACA-DC11-K 423-106.001-004 light gold 18 788 ACA-DC11-E 423-106.001-005 dark red 18 789 ACA-DC11-B 423-106.001-006 C – Case ACA-DC11-A 423-106.001-007 Leather, black 1
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Preparations 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 min
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Preparations 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 [HDMI] socket (→201, 203) up registered Do not connect any oth
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Preparations Names of the components Cursor buttons/Control dial [MENU/SET] button Up cursor button ( ) • Use to display the menus, enter • Exposure Compensation (→90) the settings, etc. (→52) Right cursor button ( ) Left cursor button ( ) • Flash mode (→75) • Macro recording (→78, 80), Manual Focus (→87) Control dial • Turn to select setting items and Down cursor button ( ) change setting values. • Drive Mode (Burst (→119), Auto Bracket (→91), Self-timer (→89)) ● In these instructions, the
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Preparations 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 Charging takes place Switched off Yes Switched on No ■ 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 availab
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Preparations Charging the battery Inserting the battery To charge the battery, insert it into the camera. [OPEN] [LOCK] 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. ■ To remove the battery Move the latch in the c
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Preparations Charging the battery 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 Computer and hold it straight to insert or remove it. Getting ready: (If the cable is inserted in t
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Preparations Charging the battery ■ Charging lamp indications On: Charging in progress (Red) Off: Charging comp leted (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 hig
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Preparations 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
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Preparations Charging the battery ■ Recording motion pictures (When using the monitor) [Rec Format] [AVCHD] [MP4] [Rec Quality] [FHD] [FHD] Available recording time approx. 70 min approx. 80 min * Actual available recording time approx. 30 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 Remaining time for co
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Preparations 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 ■ To remove the card Do not touch the terminals on Push it further down until
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Preparations 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. ■ 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. ■ Compatible memory cards The following SD standard-based cards can be used. Type of Card Capacity Notes SD Memory Cards 8 MB –
