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General| Camera Type | Medium Format DSLR |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| Resolution | 37.5 MP |
| Continuous Shooting | 1.5 fps |
| Dimensions | 160 x 120 x 80 mm |
| ISO Range | ISO 100-1600 |
| Lens Mount | Leica S |
| LCD Screen Size | 3.0 inches |
| Weight | 1260 g (with battery) |
| Sensor Size | 45 x 30 mm |
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Equipment compliance with FCC Rules for radio frequency energy.
Compliance with IC radio frequency rules and exposure limits.
Instructions on how to attach the camera's carrying strap.
Guide on how to charge the Leica S camera battery using the provided charger.
How to insert and remove the battery from the camera.
How to insert and remove CompactFlash and SD cards.
Guide to attaching and detaching lenses from the Leica S camera bayonet.
How to adjust the eyepiece and turn the camera on/off.
Steps to prepare the battery charger for use outside or inside the USA.
Instructions on how to connect the battery charger to the camera and power source.
How to insert and remove the battery from the camera.
How to insert and remove CompactFlash and SD cards.
Guide to attaching and detaching lenses from the Leica S camera bayonet.
How to adjust the viewfinder diopter for clear vision.
Explanation of the camera's main switch and its operating positions.
How to navigate and use the camera's menu system and its buttons.
Methods to exit the camera's menu system and return to other modes.
How to directly set menu items without entering a sub-menu.
How to assign and use custom quick access buttons for menu functions.
How to change the menu language and set the camera's date and time.
Configuring automatic power off and sound signal settings.
Information on the camera's LCD monitor and top panel displays.
Setting file format, resolution, color range, and image properties for JPEGs.
How to set white balance using automatic, preset, or manual metering options.
How to manually set ISO sensitivity or use Auto ISO with or without range restrictions.
How to use the shutter button and take rapid photo sequences.
Setting up timed sequences of photos.
Simulating exposure and interpreting various displays in Live View.
Using focus peaking, grids, horizon lines, and aspect ratio masks for composition.
Zooming in on details of the Live View image for precise focusing.
Selecting manual focus (MF) or autofocus (AFs, AFc) modes.
How to reposition the AF metering field in Live View.
Overview of spot, center-weighted, and multi-field metering.
Selecting and using automatic program, aperture, shutter speed, and manual modes.
Adjusting aperture/shutter speed combinations in program mode.
Setting aperture or shutter speed manually while the other is automatic.
Manually setting aperture and shutter speed, including bulb mode for long exposures.
Taking multiple exposures and adjusting exposure compensation.
Using the self-timer for delayed photo capture.
How the camera indicates exposure values outside its metering limits.
Minimizing vibration with mirror lock-up and using the depth of field preview.
How to cancel self-timer or mirror lock-up functions.
Saving, selecting, and renaming custom camera settings configurations.
Restoring the camera to its factory default settings.
Creating, naming, and managing folders on memory cards.
Steps to format memory cards for use with the Leica S.
Adding text or characters to picture files for copyright.
Enabling and using the GPS function to geotag photos.
Overview of flash exposure control and compatible flash units.
Understanding flash synchronization speeds and firing timing.
How to properly attach a flash unit to the camera's hot shoe.
Using automatic TTL flash metering and High Speed Synchronization.
Using the flash for stroboscopic effects.
Using flash in manual mode or connecting non-system units via X contact.
Connecting flash units via the LEMO jack.
Setting resolution, color space, and image properties for videos.
Setting up time codes and adjusting ISO sensitivity for video.
Understanding exposure metering and modes for video recordings.
How to start/stop video recording and take still photos during video.
Adjusting and monitoring audio input levels and headphone volume.
Setting automatic review duration and accessing unlimited review.
Playing back recorded video clips and controlling playback.
Adjusting playback volume and accessing various display options.
Displaying histogram, clipping, focus peaking, and extended picture data during review.
Navigating through captured images.
Zooming in on image details for closer inspection.
Panning around enlarged images and viewing multiple reduced images.
Selecting a specific picture from a multi-image display.
How to protect pictures from accidental deletion.
Steps to delete single selected pictures or all pictures.
Methods for transferring pictures and videos to a PC using cables or card scanners.
Guide to updating the camera's firmware via a memory card.
Details on lenses, adapters for other systems, and interchangeable focusing screens.
Information on hand grips, straps, flash units, and remote cords.
Details on AC adapters, battery chargers, and connection cables.
List of available spare parts and contact information for support.
Safety advice regarding electromagnetic fields, chemicals, and general handling.
Instructions for cleaning the camera body, lenses, displays, and sensor.
Precautions for using the charger and handling memory cards.
Detailed guide on sensor cleaning and storing the camera properly.
Details on camera type, sensor, resolution, dynamic range, and color depth.
Information on data formats, storage media, exposure control, and metering.
Technical specifications for flash modes, sync speeds, and video recording.
Detailed explanation of all indicators visible in the viewfinder.
How focus status and metering modes are shown in the viewfinder.
Display showing remaining pictures and current ISO settings.
Displays specific to photo shooting modes on the main monitor.
Displays shown during Live View photo shooting on the main monitor.
Standard and extended display options for photo and video review.
Displaying histogram, clipping, focus peaking, and video metadata during review.
Basic and extended display options for photo review.
Displaying focus peaking information during photo review.
Basic and extended display options for video playback.
Displaying focus peaking information during video playback.
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