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Leica V-LUX 20 User Manual

Leica V-LUX 20
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LEICA V - LUX 20
Instructions

Table of Contents

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Leica V-LUX 20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerNo
Image sensor size1/2.33 \
Maximum image resolution4000 x 3000 pixels
InterfaceUSB 2.0, Mini-HDMI
Built-in flashYes
Dimensions (WxDxH)103 x 33 x 62 mm
Aperture range (F-F)3.3 - 4.9
Camera shutter speed60 - 1/2000 s
Effective sensor resolution12100000 pixels
Compatible operating systemsWindows XP, Vista, 7 Mac OS X +
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)25 - 300 mm
Focus adjustmentAuto
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Multi Point Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto
Internal memory15 MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Maximum video resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)460800 pixels
USB version2.0
Scene modesBeach, Candlelight, Night, Night portrait, Panorama, Portrait, Self-portrait, Sports, Sunset
Image editingRotating
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Manual, Tungsten
Self-timer delay2 s
Product colorBlack
Battery typeBP-DC 7
Battery capacity895 mAh
Battery life (CIPA standard)300 shots
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 80 %
Flash modesAuto, Pre-flash, Red-eye reduction
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth33 mm
Width103 mm
Height62 mm
Weight218 g

Summary

Before use

To prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults

Guidelines to avoid camera damage, malfunctions, and faults.

About GPS

Recording location information

Details on recording location names and landmarks.

Charging the battery

Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery

Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory)

Setting the Clock

Guide to setting the camera's date and time.

Basic shooting operation

Taking still pictures

Step-by-step guide to capturing still photographs.

Recording motion pictures

Step-by-step guide to recording video.

Taking pictures with automatic settings

Automatic Scene Detection

Camera automatically selects optimal settings based on detected scenes.

Taking pictures with your own settings

Face Detection and Face Recognition

Functionality for detecting and recognizing faces for focus/exposure.

AF Tracking

How to maintain focus on moving subjects.

Taking pictures with zoom

Deleting pictures

Taking pictures with flash

Taking close-up pictures

Taking pictures at even closer range [MACRO ZOOM]

Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation

Using a pre-set aperture to determine the depth of field [APERTURE-PRIORITY] Mode

Using a pre-set shutter speed to determine the rendition of moving subjects [SHUTTER-PRIORITY] Mode

Using a pre-set aperture/shutter speed combination to achieve full control of the exposure [MANUAL EXPOSURE] Mode

Register your own settings and record [CUSTOM] Mode

Taking pictures according to the scene [SCENE MODE]

Taking motion pictures

Recording motion pictures in A

Automatic scene detection for motion picture recording.

Recording with the Face Recognition function [FACE RECOG.]

How the Face Recognition function works

Explains how face recognition adjusts focus and exposure.

Registering face pictures

Steps to register people's faces for recognition.

Recording the place of recording with GPS

Using the [REC] menu

Using the [REC] menu (Continued)

[WB [WHITE BALANCE]

Adjusts colors to suit the light source.

[BURST]

Enables rapid succession of still pictures.

» [STABILIZER]

Automatically detects and reduces camera shake effects.

ISO [SENSITIVITY]

Manually sets ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions.

[AUDIO REC.]

Records sound with pictures for conversation or memos.

[RED-EYE REMOVAL]

Automatically detects and corrects red-eye.

④ [CLOCK SET]

Sets the camera's date and time.

Using the [MOTION PICTURE] menu

Different playback methods [PLAYBACK MODE]

Using the [PLAYBACK] menu

Using the [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued)

[TEXT STAMP]

Embeds text and date information onto pictures.

[RESIZE]

Reduces picture resolution for emailing or web use.

[PRINT SET]

Configure print options like date and number of copies.

[FACE REC EDIT]

Edit or delete mistaken Face Recognition data.

★ [FAVORITE]

Label pictures as favorites for special playback.

♫ [PROTECT]

Protects pictures from accidental deletion.

[COPY]

Copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card.

Keep the recorded still pictures and motion pictures

Using with your PC

Connect camera to computer for file transfer.

Printing

Viewing on TV screen

Viewing on a TV with HDMI Socket

Connect camera to TV via HDMI for high-resolution viewing.

Message displays

Q&A Troubleshooting

Battery, power

Troubleshooting power and battery related issues.

GPS

Troubleshooting GPS positioning and related functions.

Recording

Troubleshooting picture recording issues.

Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued)

Recording (continued)

Addresses issues like dark pictures or red banding.

Usage cautions and notes

General precautions and notes for using the camera.

Usage cautions and notes (Continued)

Memory cards

Precautions for handling memory cards to prevent damage.

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