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Leica M-P 240 User Manual

Leica M-P 240
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LEICA M / M-P
Instructions
93 563 VIII/14/LX/D
Leica Camera AG
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Am Leitz-Park 5
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35578 WETZLAR
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DEUTSCHLAND
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Table of Contents

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Leica M-P 240 Specifications

General IconGeneral
SensorCMOS
Continuous Shooting3 fps
Battery LifeApprox. 500 shots
Dimensions139 x 42 x 80 mm
Weight680 g (with battery)
Camera TypeRangefinder
Resolution24 MP
Sensor SizeFull-frame (36 x 24 mm)
ISO Range200-6400 (expandable to 100)
Lens MountLeica M
ViewfinderOptical
LCD Screen3.0-inch, 920, 000 dots
Shutter Speed60s to 1/4000s
Video Recording1080p at 25 fps
Storage MediaSD/SDHC/SDXC
BatteryBP-SCL2 Lithium-Ion

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Battery Management

Battery and Memory Card Management

Lens Handling

Camera Operation Basics

Turning Camera On and Off

How to power the camera on and off using the main switch.

Shutter Release Button Functions

Detailed explanation of the shutter button's two pressure points.

Shutter Speed Control

Shutter Speed Dial Operation

How to use the shutter speed dial to select exposure modes.

Menu System Navigation

Main Menu Structure

Overview of the main menu's function groups.

Setting Menu Functions

How to navigate and select options within camera menus.

Navigating Menu Options

Using dial and pad to select and change menu items.

Saving Menu Settings

How to save changes and exit camera menus.

Basic Camera Settings

Date and Time Settings

Setting the camera's date and time.

Basic Picture Settings

Lens Detection Configuration

How the camera detects attached lenses.

Image File Settings

Selecting JPEG compression or DNG format.

JPEG Resolution Settings

Adjusting image resolution for JPEG files.

White Balance Settings

Adjusting color balance for different lighting conditions.

ISO Sensitivity Settings

Adjusting ISO sensitivity for light levels.

Adjusting Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation

Fine-tuning image appearance before capture.

Viewfinder and Rangefinder

Monitor and Live View

Live View Mode Activation

Turning the live view mode on and off.

Focus Measurement

Range Measurement Methods

Tools for setting focus using the viewfinder or live view.

Focus Adjustment in Live View

Setting focus using the monitor image in live view.

Focus Peaking Display

Using color outlines to indicate in-focus areas in live view.

Exposure Metering

Turning Exposure Meter On/Off

Activating and deactivating the camera's exposure meter.

Exposure Metering Methods

Overview of available metering modes (Classic, Advanced).

Selecting Metering Method

Choosing between Spot, Center-weighted, and Multi-field modes.

Exposure Modes

Aperture Priority Mode

How aperture priority mode controls exposure automatically.

Exposure Lock Function

Using Exposure Lock

How to lock exposure settings for specific composition needs.

Exposure Compensation

Entering and Cancelling Exposure Compensation

Methods for adjusting exposure compensation.

Using Setting Dial for Exposure Compensation

Faster adjustment of exposure compensation with the setting dial.

Automatic Bracketing

Setting Up Automatic Bracketing

Configuring bracketing for multiple exposures.

Starting Automatic Bracketing

Initiating automatic bracketing sequences.

Manual Exposure Control

Manual Exposure Setting

Manually setting shutter speed and aperture.

B Setting and T Function

Using bulb mode for long exposures.

Flash Photography

Flash Mode Operation

How the camera controls flash output and synchronization.

Camera-Controlled Automatic Flash Mode

Settings for automatic flash operation.

Advanced Flash Synchronization

Self-Timer Operation

User Profiles and Custom Settings

Saving Custom User Profiles

Storing and creating personalized camera settings.

Resetting All Custom Settings

Restoring camera to factory default settings.

Image Review Mode

Reviewing Pictures Unlimited Time (PLAY)

Viewing captured images for an unlimited duration.

Image Analysis Tools

Image Enlargement and Multi-View

Image Deletion

Deleting Single or All Pictures

Procedures for removing images from the memory card.

Deleting Pictures After Selection

Confirming the deletion of selected pictures.

Image Protection

Protecting and Unprotecting Pictures

Preventing accidental deletion of images.

Folder Management

Memory Card Management

Formatting the Memory Card

Preparing a memory card for use in the camera.

Data Transfer to Computer

USB Connection Modes

Selecting PTP or Mass Storage for data transfer.

Firmware Updates

Installing Firmware Updates

Steps to download and install camera firmware updates.

Safety and Care Instructions

General Precautions for Camera Use

Warnings about magnetic fields, chemicals, and environmental factors.

Sensor Dust Detection and Care

Information on sensor dust and how to detect it.

Equipment Care Procedures

Camera Cleaning and Maintenance

How to clean the camera body and controls.

Lens Cleaning and Protection

Guidelines for cleaning outer lens elements and bayonet.

Battery Care and Safety

Battery Handling and Safety Precautions

Warnings and advice for lithium-ion battery usage and storage.

Charger and Memory Card Care

Sensor Cleaning and Dust Detection

Sensor Dust Detection Procedure

How to check for dust on the camera sensor.

Sensor Cleaning Process

Step-by-step guide for cleaning the camera sensor.

Storage and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting: Camera Not Responding

Solutions for when the camera fails to turn on.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting: Camera Turns Off

Solutions for the camera turning off unexpectedly.

Troubleshooting: Cannot Save Pictures

Reasons and solutions for not being able to save images.

Menu System Options

Picture Parameters Menu

Menu for adjusting ISO, White Balance, File Format, etc.

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