Working color space
The requirements in terms of color reproduction differ
considerably for the various possible uses of digital
picture files. Different color spaces have therefore
been developed, such as the standard RGB (red/
green/blue) that is perfectly adequate for simple print -
ing. For more demanding image processing using
appropriate programs, e.g. for color correction,
Adobe
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RGB has become established as the standard
in the relevant sectors. In the professional pre-printing
stage, ECI is used extensively. The LEICA M8.2 allows
setting to one of these three color spaces: sRGB,
Adobe RGB or ECI RGB.
Note:
When using ECI RGB the depiction of the colors in the
monitor is paler than when reproduced in reality (i.e.
in a print).
Setting the function
1. In the main menu (see p. 94/113), select Color
Management (5.1.15) and
2. in the associated sub-menu select the desired function.
Notes:
• If you want to have your prints produced by major
photographic laboratories, mini labs or Internet
picture services, you should always select the sRGB
setting.
• The Adobe RGB / ECI RGB settings are only recom-
mended for professional image processing in com-
pletely color-calibrated working environments.
Holding the camera correctly
For sharp, blur-free pictures, the camera should be
held as steadily and comfortably as possible. To en -
sure suitably secure “three point support” for the
LEICA M8.2, hold the camera with the right hand, with
the index finger on the shutter release button and the
thumb behind the rear of the camera body for stabiliz -
ation. The left hand either supports the lens from
below, ready for fast focusing adjustments, or is
around the whole camera. Holding the camera against
the forehead and cheek provides additional support.
For portrait format pictures, turn the LEICA M8.2 to
the left. The hands remain in the same position as for
pictures in landscape format.
However, you can also turn it to the right. In this case,
it may be advantageous to release the shutter with the
thumb.
Notes:
• As a practical accessory, we recommend the Hand-
grip M8, which allows you to hold the LEICA M8.2
extremely steadily and to carry it with one hand
(order no. 14 471 black, 14 472 silver).
• The LEICA M8.
2 is fitted with an integral sensor
which detects the position of the camera – horizon-
tal or vertical (both directions) – for each picture.
This information automatically allows the pictures
to be presented upright when subsequently displayed
on a computer running the appropriate programs.
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