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Leica R 6.2 User Manual

Leica R 6.2
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Leica R 6.2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLeica
ModelR 6.2
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

The Leica Akademie

Brief Description

Camera Components Overview

Detailed list and identification of key external parts of the LEICA R6.2 camera.

Fitting the Lens

Removing the Lens

Instructions for securely attaching and detaching LEICA R-Lenses to the camera body.

Inserting and Checking Batteries

Battery Types and Care

Lists suitable silver oxide and lithium battery cells for the LEICA R6.2 and provides important care instructions.

Quick-Wind Lever

Inserting the Film

Setting the Film Speed

Rewinding and Removing Exposed Film

Instructions for setting the camera's ISO film speed and for safely rewinding and removing exposed film.

Exposure Metering Modes

Full-Field Integral Mode

Describes the full-field integral exposure metering mode, suitable for subjects with varied brightness and even lighting.

Selective Mode

Details the selective exposure metering mode, ideal for subjects with wide brightness ranges where specific detail exposure is critical.

Exposure Metering System

Range of Exposure Meter

Details the operational range of the LEICA R6.2's exposure meter in different modes.

Working Diagram of the Exposure Meter

Explains the exposure meter's working diagram, showing relationships between film speed, brightness, shutter speed, and aperture.

Exposure Metering System Operation

Switching On and Selecting Mode

Guide on how to switch on the exposure metering system and select the desired metering mode.

Activating the Exposure Metering System

Instructions on how to activate the camera's exposure metering system after mode selection.

Shutter-Speed Setting Ring

Setting Exposure Correctly

Correct Shutter/Aperture Combination

Guidance on achieving correct exposure by balancing shutter speed and aperture using viewfinder indicators.

Metering at Full Aperture

Information on performing exposure meter readings at full aperture with LEICA R-Lenses.

Working-Aperture Exposure Metering

Details on how to meter exposure at working aperture for lenses without automatic diaphragms.

Exposure Conditions and Warnings

Time Exposures

Considerations for time exposures and how the exposure meter's range is affected by various factors.

Low-Light Warning

Explanation of the low-light warning indicators in the viewfinder and their meaning.

Manual Override Control

Override Examples

Positive Override Example

Example demonstrating how to use positive override for overexposed subjects.

Negative Override Correction

Example showing how to use negative override for underexposed subjects.

Viewfinder Functions

Supplementary Viewfinder Light

Viewfinder Adjustments

Eyepiece Diopter Adjustment

Guide on adjusting the eyepiece diopter for a sharp viewfinder image.

Correction Lenses

Details on available supplementary correction lenses for eyesight inadequacies.

Viewfinder Accessories and Features

Eyecup

Description of the flexible eyecup for shielding the eye from stray light and improving focusing.

Eyepiece Shutter

Explanation of the eyepiece shutter's function to prevent light entry and affect meter readings.

Focusing with the Universal Screen

Interchangeable Focusing Screens

Depth of Field Features

Depth of Field Lever

How to use the depth of field lever to check depth of field at working aperture.

Depth of Field Scale on Lens

Explanation of the depth of field scale on the lens and its use for determining depth of field.

Socket for Cable Release

Camera Functions

Self-Timer

Instructions for setting and using the self-timer, including LED indicators and countdown.

Multiple Exposures

Guide on how to take multiple exposures on a single frame using the camera's controls.

Flash Photography

Using Flash Equipment

Overview of using electronic flash units with the LEICA R6.2, including system compatibility.

TTL Flash-Exposure Control

Explanation of through-the-lens (TTL) flash exposure control and its indicators.

Advanced Flash Control

Override with TTL Flash-Exposure Control

How to apply manual override correction with TTL flash-exposure control for varied lighting conditions.

Conventional Flash Units

Information on connecting conventional electronic flash units via coaxial socket or hot-shoe.

Lens Hoods

LEICA R-Lenses

Design of LEICA R-Lenses

Description of the standard control layout for LEICA R-Lenses with automatic diaphragms.

Automatic Spring-Back Diaphragm

Explanation of the automatic spring-back diaphragm feature in most LEICA R-Lenses.

Lens and Accessory Compatibility

Using Existing LEICA R- and LEICAFLEX-Lenses and Accessories

Compatibility of LEICA R- and LEICAFLEX-lenses and accessories with the LEICA R6.2.

LEICA M-Lenses on the LEICA R6.2

Instructions for using LEICA M-Lenses with the LEICA R6.2 via the VISOFLEX adapter.

Filters

Filters and Their Use

Holding the Camera Correctly

Care of the LEICA R6.2 and its Lenses

Camera Cases

Motorized Film Transport

Motor Winder R

Details on the Motor Winder R for automatic film transport and shutter cocking, including power requirements.

Motor Drive R

Information about the Motor Drive R for advanced film transport capabilities, including speed settings and power needs.

Camera Support and Remote Control

Handgrip for Motorized Film Transport Units

Description of the handgrip for improved camera handling with motor units.

RC LEICA R Electronic Remote-Control Unit

Information on the electronic remote-control unit for triggering the shutter, with frame counter and timer functions.

DB 2 LEICA R Data Back

Related LEICA Products and Services

Enlargers

Information on the LEICA FOCOMAT V35 enlarger as a complementary product.

Projectors

Overview of LEICA P-series projectors for slide presentation.

Binoculars

Highlights of LEICA binoculars, known for their optics and resolution.

Customer Service

Contact information and guidance for maintenance and repairs of the LEICA R6.2.

Technical Data

Technical Specifications (Part 1)

Integral Exposure Metering

Technical details on the integral exposure metering system and its measurement range.

Power Supply

Information on the power source for the LEICA R6.2, including battery types and testing.

Viewfinder System

Description of the viewfinder system, including its pentaprism, screens, and magnification.

Technical Specifications (Part 2)

Film Transport

Technical details on the film transport mechanisms, including the quick-wind lever and optional motor units.

Camera Body Specifications

Specifications for the camera body construction materials and design.

Dimensions and Weight

Key physical dimensions and weight of the LEICA R6.2 camera body.

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