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*'''Production era''' - Christmas 2012 release
*'''Production era''' - Christmas 2012 release
*'''Order nos.''' - 10 800
*'''Order no.''' - 10 80?
*'''Camera type''' - Digital medium-format single-lens reflex camera for use with Leica S lenses.
*'''Camera type''' - '''Leica S''' (Typ 006) Digital medium format reflex camera
*'''Image sensor''' - low-noise CCD sensor with microlenses and microlens shift
*'''Lens connection''' - '''Leica S''' bayonet
**'''Resolution''': 37.5 megapixels (7,500 x 5,000), '''size''': 45 x 30 mm, '''pixel spacing''': 6 μm. '''aspect ratio''': 3:2, '''dynamic range''': 12 stops, '''color depth''': 16 bits per pixel, '''color spaces''' sRGB /Adobe RGB, /ECI RGB 2.0, '''low-pass filter''' - no, '''IR filter''' - on sensor, '''Moiré suppression''' - In external image processing software (e.g. with the Adobe® Lightroom® software provided with the camera)
*'''Lens system''' - Leica S lenses
**'''White balance''' - Presets - daylight, cloudy , shade, tungsten, HMI, fluorescent warm, fluorescent cool, flash /auto /manual set / color temperature (Kelvin)
*'''Picture format / Aspect ratio''' - 30 x 45 mm / 2 : 3
**'''Sensitivity range''' - ISO 100 (pull 80) to 1600 (manual or automatic control).
**'''Image sensor / Resolution''' - Low noise CCD sensor with 6 μm pixel pitch, with micro-lenses and micro-lens shift / 7500 x 5000 (37.5 MP)
*'''Lenses'''
**'''Dynamic range''' - 12 stops
**'''Lens mount''' - Leica S-Bayonet for Leica S-Lenses
**'''Color depth''' - 16 Bit
**'''Focal length''' - Dependent on Leica S-Lens attached, conversion factor to 35 mm film equivalent 0.8 ×.
**'''Low pass filter''' - None, for maximum transmission of sharpness, suppression of Moiré by external digital processing
*'''Focusing'''
**'''IR filter''' - On sensor
**'''Type''' - Predictive AF with center cross-sensor defined by cross-hairs on the focusing screen, focusing drive integrated in lenses
**'''Data formats''' - DNG (raw data, uncompressed or loss free compression), DNG + JPEG fine, DNG + JPEG basic, JPEG fine, JPEG basic. DNG /JPEG resolution DNG: 37.5 MP, JPEG: 37.5 MP, 9.3 MP, 2.3 MP
**'''AF modes''' - Selectable modes AF s (single) = focus priority, AF c (continuous) = release priority, MF (manual), manual override of AF settings possible at all times
**'''File size DNG''' - Approx. 72 /42 MB (uncompressed /compressed), '''JPEG''' - Approx. 1 - 16 MB (depending on resolution /compression used and picture content)
**'''AF memory''' - Second resistance point hold on shutter release, lock for single exposure or constant by setting with 5-way control
**'''Buffer memory''' - 2GB, maximum number of pictures in series (depending on memory card used): '''DNG''' - uncompressed /compressed: maximum 28/32, '''JPEG''' - unlimited
**'''Manual focus''' - With lens focusing ring
**'''Color space''' - Adobe® RGB, sRGB, ECI RGB V2
*'''Exposure setting'''
**'''White balance''' - Automatic, manual, 8 presets, color temperature metering
**'''Exposure metering''' - Exposure metering through the lens (TTL), '''Metering modes''' - Multi-segment metering (5 fields), center-weighted integral metering, selective (spot) metering (3.5% of image frame).
**'''Storage medium''' - CF cards (max. UDMA7), SD cards up to 2 GB, SDHC cards up to 32 GB, SDXC cards
**'''AE lock''' - Second resistance point hold on shutter release, lock for single exposure or constant by setting with 5-way control
**'''Menu languages''' - German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, traditional Chinese, simplified Chinese, Russian
**'''Metering range''' -  (at f/2.5 and ISO 100) Spot metering: EV 2.7 – 20, center-weighted and multi-segment metering: EV 1.2 – 20, warning signal in viewfinder when out of metering range, multi-field photodiode metering cell for available light (continuous light metering)
**'''Compatibility''' - Windows® XP / Vista® / 7®; Mac® OS X (10.5 and higher)
**'''Exposure control''' - Programme AE (with shift function) (P), shutter priority AE (T), aperture priority AE (A), manual metering (M)
*'''Exposure control'''
**'''Exposure compensation''' - compensation ± 3 EV in half-EV increments.
**'''Exposure metering''' - Open aperture metering through the lens (TTL)
**'''Bracketing (AEB)''' - 3 /5 exposures (automatic /manual) / ½, 1, 2, 3 stops, depending on mode setting, variation of exposures with aperture or shutter speed
**'''Metering methods''' - Spot (3.5%), center weighted, multiple field metering (5 fields)
**'''ISO sensitivity''' - ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO1600, automatic control
**'''Metering memory lock''' - Pressing shutter release button to pressure point, storing for 1 picture or continuously using joystick
*'''Shutter''' - Selectable with main switch
**'''Exposure compensation''' . ± 3 EV (exposure values), adjustable in half steps
**'''Type''' - In-camera - Microprocessor-controlled, metal-blade, vertical focal-plane shutter
**'''Bracketing''' - Choice of 3 or 5 pictures, with choice of 1/2 EV, 1EV, 2EV, 3EV variation between individual pictures, change of exposure produced by aperture and /or shutter speed depending on set exposure mode
**'''Shutter speeds''' - Manual setting (T and M modes): 6s to 1 /4000 s in half-speed increments, time exposure (B mode): up to max. 125 s, flash sync speed 1 /125 s, automatic (A and P modes): continuous from 32 s to 1 /4000 s
**'''Metering range''' - (at f /2.5 and ISO 100) Spot metering: EV2,1 - 20, center-weighted and multiple field metering: EV1, 1 - 20, warning display in viewfinder for values above/below metering range, measuring cell for available light: multiple field photo diode (continuous light measurement)
**'''CS shutter option''' - Optional central shutter in Leica S-Lenses (CS versions).
**'''Sensitivities''' - ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, Automatic
**'''CS shutter speeds''' - Manual setting (T and M modes): 6s to 1 /1000 s in half-speed increments, flash sync at all speeds, automatic (A and P modes): continuous from 8 s to 1 /1000 s
**'''Exposure modes''' - Automatic program with shift function ('''P'''), aperture priority ('''A'''), shutter speed priority ('''T'''), manual setting ('''M''')
**'''Linear flash mode''' - faster sync speeds than 1/125 s possible with Leica SF 58 flash unit and HSS-capable SCA 3002 flashes
*'''Flash exposure control'''
**'''Continuous shooting''' - ~ 1.5 fps
**'''Flash unit connections''' - Accessory shoe with center and control contacts, LEMO® or standard flash connecting socket without output control
**'''Release button''' - 3-step; activation of metering and AF functions, AE/AF lock, shutter release
**'''Synchronization''' - Flash sync speed: 1/125 s, or 1/1000 s for lenses with central shutter, slower shutter speeds available, choice of start or end of exposure; flash with faster shutter speeds (1/180 s – 1/4000 s) also possible with flash units with corresponding features (HSS mode)
**'''Self-timer''' - Selectable delay, 2 s or 12 s, activation signaled by flashing LED on front of camera and display on monitor
**'''Flash measuring cell''' - Multiple field photo diode
**'''Mirror pre-release''' - 1st release - Mirror flips up, locks in up position, aperture closes to selected value, 2nd release: Shutter releases, exposure, mirror returns
**'''Flash exposure metering / control''' - (with Leica [[SF 58]] or system-compatible flash units, mounted on camera) Control by flash unit with TTL pre-flash metering, with automatic transmission and consideration of sensitivity and set/controlled lens aperture, all exposure modes available, automatic adaptation of flash light component to available light
*'''Viewfinder'''
**'''High speed sync mode''' - (with Leica [[SF 58]] or system-compatible flash units, with TTL pre-flash metering and automatic TTL HSS control) For flash photography with faster shutter speeds than the sync time by emitting several flashes in rapid succession, automatic switch to TTL HSS mode (with TTL HSS mode on the flash unit) if sync speed is not reached
**'''Type''' - Pentaprism viewfinder with high-eyepoint eyepiece, LCD bar below viewfinder image, illuminated and with displays /warnings
**'''Strobe flash mode''' - (multiple flashes fired during one exposure) Automatic adjustment of exposure time in P and A exposure modes and with system compatible flash units with appropriate features
**'''Magnification''' - 0.87 × (with 70 mm lens at infinity).
**'''Flash exposure compensation''' - Can be set on flash units with appropriate
**'''Viewfinder coverage''' - ~ 98%
features (Leica [[SF 58]]: ± 3EV in 1 /3 EV steps)
**'''Diopter compensation''' - –3 to +1 diopters
**'''Displays in flash mode''' - Ready status indicated by flashing or constant illumination of flash symbol in viewfinder
**'''Focusing screen''' - Interchangeable, ground glass screen with microprism ring and split image (standard), full ground glass screen with cross-hairs (optional accessory), full ground glass screen with engraved grid (optional accessory)
**'''Flash reflector illumination angle''' - Automatic adaptation to the focal length used with Leica SF 58 or system-compatible flash units with motorized zoom reflector
*'''Displays'''
*'''Focusing'''  
**'''Type''' - Full-color, self-illuminating, top-deck panel (OLED), (OLED), monitor screen
**'''Focus detection''' - Using phase detection method
**'''Monitor screen''' - 3-inch TFT-LCD monitor screen with 921,600 pixels, 16 million colors, sRGB color space, image field ~ 100%, maximum oblique viewing angle 170°
**'''Sensor / Metering field''' - Central cross sensor, defined by cross hairs on ground glass screen
**'''Protective cover''' - Anti-reflex /dirt-repellent protective glass cover in scratch-resistant Corning®Gorilla®Glass
**'''Modes''' - Choice of AFs (single) = Sharpness priority, AFc (continuous) = Shutter release priority, MF (manual), Manual override of automatic setting possible at any time
*'''Flash'''
**'''Metering memory lock''' - Pressing shutter release button to pressure point, storing for 1 picture or continuously using joystick
**'''Connection''' - Hot shoe with central contact and dedicated control contacts, LEMO® or standard flash connection sockets with out control of flash power, standard flash sync socket
**'''Drive''' - In lenses
**'''Metering modes''' - TTL (multi-segment, selective, center-weighted)
**'''Displays''' - See Instructions p. 10
**'''Compatibility''' - Full compatibility with Leica [[SF-58]] and flash units with SCA3002 adapters.
*'''Viewfinder system'''
**'''X synchronization''' - 1 /125 s (body FPS) / 1 /1000 s (lens CS), sync at all slower speeds, choice of first or second curtain sync; FPS flash sync at faster shutter speeds (1 /180 s - 1 /4000 s) possible with suitably equipped flash units (HSS mode)
**'''Eyepiece''' - High eye point viewfinder, diopter compensation from -3 to +1dpt. adjustable on viewfinder
**'''Flash exposure correction''' - ± 3 EV in ½ EV increments.
Focusing screens Interchangeable, 3 models available: Ground glass screen with micro-prism ring and split-image wedge (standard), ground glass screen with cross hairs, ground glass screen with grid division.
**'''Second curtain sync''' - Yes
**'''Viewfinder field''' - 98 %
**'''Flash metering cell''' - Multi-field photodiode
**'''Magnification''' - 0.87 x with 70mm lens set to infinity and 0 dpt.
**'''Strobe flash mode''' - Automatic adjustment of shutter speed in exposure modes P and A
*'''Displays'''
**'''Displays in flash mode''' - Flash-ready signaled by flashing /constant flash symbol in viewfinder
**'''Viewfinder''' - LCD line below viewfinder image, for displays see Instructions p. 10
**'''Flash reflector angle''' - Automatic adaptation to focal length of lens attached with Leica [[SF-58]] flash unit or system-compatible flash units with motorized zoom reflector
**'''Top panel''' - Colored, self-illuminating OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), for displays see p. 11 of Instructions
*'''Exposure modes''' - Single frame, continuous, self-timer 2  s (with mirror pre-release), self-timer 12  s (with mirror pre-release).
**'''Monitor''' - 3 inch color TFT LCD monitor with 16 million colors and 921,600 pixels, approx. 100% image field, max. 170° angle of view, anti-reflection/ dirt protective glass Color space: sRGB, for displays see Instructions p. 12
*'''Data recording'''
*'''Shutter and shutter release'''  
**'''Image file formats''' - DNG 5000 × 7500 pixels, 37.5 MP, ~ 72 MB per image, lossless compressed DNG (7500 × 5000 pixels, ~ 42 MB per image), JPEG (7500 × 5000 pixels, in three resolutions, 37.5, 9.3, 2.3 megapixels, ~ 1-16 MB per image, depending on resolution and image content).
**'''Shutter''' - Selectable using main switch, in camera: Microprocessor controlled metal blade focal plane shutter with vertical movement, in Leica CS lenses with appropriate feature: Central shutter
**'''Maximum frame rate''' - 1.5 fps.
**'''Shutter speeds''' - Manual setting (in and ): 6s to 1 /4000s in half steps (6-1 /1000 s with central shutter), B for long time exposures up to maximum 125s, flash synchronization up to 1/125 s (1/1000 s with central
**'''Buffer memory''' - DNG max. 28 images, DNG compressed max. 32 images, JPEG no limit.
shutter)
**'''Simultaneous recording in DNG and JPG possible''' - Yes, arbitrary combinations of DNG and JPEG, various formats on different memory cards (e.g. DNG on CF card, JPEG on SD card).
::Automatic setting (in '''P''' and '''A'''): continuous from 32s to 1 /4000 s (8-1 /1000s with central shutter)
**'''Storage options''' - SD card (SD cards to 2 GB max., SDHC card to 32 GB max., SDXC card), CompactFlash card (UDMA7), external transfer to PC hard disk
High speed sync flash with all faster shutter speeds than 1/ 125s possible (with Leica [[SF 58]] and HSS compatible, SCA 3002 standard flash units)
*'''Other functions'''
**'''Series exposures''' - Approx. 1.5 fps, max. 32 /28 pictures in series with DNG compressed/uncompressed, unlimited with JPEG
**'''Review formats''' - Single frame with exposure parameters, single frame, 4 thumbnails, 9 thumbnails, loupe function.
**'''Shutter release button''' - Three positions: Exposure and focus metering on – Metering memory lock – Shutter release
**'''Zoom magnifier in review mode''' - 4-step loupe function , pixel-level magnification, 100% view by longer pressure on clickwheel.
Self-timer Delay time either 2 or 12s, indicated by flashing LED on front of camera and corresponding display in monitor
**'''Delete protection''' -  Delete protect for individual images.
**'''Mirror pre-release''' - 1st release: pivoting mirror flips up, lens aperture closed to set value, 2nd release: Shutter is tripped
**'''Menu categories''' - Camera, Image, Setup, Play.
*'''Turning camera on /off''' - With main switch on top left back of camera, optional auto switch off after approx. 2/5/10 minutes
**'''Menu languages''' - 9 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, traditional Chinese, simplified Chinese.
**'''Power supply''' - 1 lithium ion battery, rated voltage 7.4 V, capacity 2100 mAh, remaining capacity indicated in top panel display, number of pictures to CIPA standards
**'''Firmware update''' - User upload option.
**'''Charger''' - Inputs: 100-240 V AC, 50/60Hz, automatic switching, or 12 /24V DC; Output: 7.4V DC, 1250mA.
**'''GPS''' - Selectable (may not be available in all countries due to local legislation) – forced deactivation possible, positioning data recorded in the Exif data of image files
**'''GPS''' - Selectable (not available everywhere due to country-specific legislation, i.e. automatic forced deactivation in some locations), data written to EXIF header of image files.
**'''Date /time''' - User setting option, automatic date-, time- and time zone-synchronization with activated GPS module
**'''Spirit level''' - Measured by acceleration sensor, measuring range: Inclination (about transverse axis) and tilt (about longitudinal axis) each ± 90°, measuring accuracy / display sensitivity: ≤ 1° at 0-40° C, display in monitor
**'''Levelling''' - Acceleration-sensor controlled determination, '''range''' - Pitch (lateral axis) and tilt (longitudinal axis) ± 90°, accuracy / display sensitivity < 1° at 0-40°C (32 - 104°F) ambient temperature, displayed on monitor
*'''Camera body'''  
*'''Interfaces'''
**'''Material''' - Cast magnesium solid metal chassis with non-slip plastic finish, magnesium top panel, fiberglass reinforced polycarbonate base.
**'''PC''' -   ISO hot shoe, High-speed USB 2.0 (LEMO socket with strain relief, cable included in package).
**'''Tripod thread''' - A 1/4 (inch) DIN and A 3/8 (inch) DIN (steel inserts) each with locking mechanism complying with DIN 4503, in metal tripod plate, central under lens axis
**'''Other''' -  HDMI Type C socket, remote release, X-flash sync, SCA3002, 7-pin LEMO flash connection socket, interface for Leica multifunctional [[Handgrip S]]
**'''Operating conditions''' - 0 to +45°C /32° -113°F, 15%-80% humidity
**'''OS compatibility Systems''' -  Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7® Apple Macintosh upwards from MAC OSX® 10.5
**'''Interfaces''' - ISO flash shoe, standard flash connecting socket, HDMI socket type C, 4-pin LEMO® socket for data output (USB 2.0 standard), 7-pin LEMO® socket for remote control accessories / remote flash firing, contact strip for multi-function hand grip S
*'''Software'''
**'''Dimensions''' (Width x Depth x Height) - Approx. 160 x 80 x 120 mm /6 5/16 x 3 5/32 x 4 3/4 in
**'''Software package''' - Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® and Leica Image Shuttle 2, downloadable from the Leica Owners Area after product registration.
**'''Weight''' - Approx. 1260 g /2 lb 12.4 oz (with Battery)
*'''Power supply'''
*'''Items supplied''' - Charger 100-240V with integrated US mains plug, interchangeable mains plugs (Euro, GB, AUS) and car charging cable, lithium ion battery, LEMO® USB cable, LEMO® sync cable, carrying strap, bayonet cover, eyepiece cover, software: Leica Image Shuttle, Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® (can be downloaded after registering the camera on the Leica Camera AG home page, see Instructions p. 63)
**'''On /off''' - Main switch on top deck, selectable automatic sleep mode after ~ 2, 5, or 10 minutes
**'''Battery''' - Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, nominal voltage 7.4 V, capacity 2100 mAh.
**'''Battery-independent power supply''' - With Leica AC-Adapter S (optional accessory)
**'''Battery level display''' - in top deck OLED panel
**'''Power-saving options (sleep function)''' - 4 steps, 2 min, 5 min, 10 min, off
**'''Power supply and battery charger''' - Rapid charger S (with integrated US mains plug, interchangeable EU, UK, and AUS plugs, and car adapter) '''Inputs''' - 100–240 V AC, 50 /60 Hz, automatic adaptation, or 12 /24 V DC; output: 7.4 V DC, 1250 mA.
*'''Body'''
**'''Body construction''' - Full-metal chassis in diecast aluminum with high-grip plastic coating, magnesium alloy top deck, baseplate in glass-fiber reinforced polycarbonate
**'''Operating conditions''' - 0 to +45°C (32 to 113°F), 15–80% relative humidity.
**'''Dimensions (W × H × D)''' - 160 × 80 × 120 mm (6.29 x 4.72 x 3.15 in)
**'''Weight''' - ~ 1260 g / 2.78 lbs (body only, with battery).
**'''Dust proof/splash proof''' - Yes / yes.
**'''Tripod thread''' - 1 /4-inch and 3 /8-inch bushes, with locater holes for anti-twist locking pins.
*'''Package''' - S-Body, rapid charger S (with integrated US mains plug, interchangeable EU, UK, and AUS plugs, and car adapter), rechargeable lithium-ion battery, LEMO® USB cable, LEMO® flash sync cable, carrying strap, bayonet cap, eyepiece cap
*'''S System Accessories''' [[(new Leica S accessories in red)]]
*'''S System Accessories''' [[(new Leica S accessories in red)]]
**14488 - [[SF-58]] - Flash Unit
**14488 - [[SF-58]] - Flash Unit

Revision as of 14:35, 19 October 2012

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  • Production era - Christmas 2012 release
  • Order no. - 10 80?
  • Camera type - Leica S (Typ 006) Digital medium format reflex camera
  • Lens connection - Leica S bayonet
  • Lens system - Leica S lenses
  • Picture format / Aspect ratio - 30 x 45 mm / 2 : 3
    • Image sensor / Resolution - Low noise CCD sensor with 6 μm pixel pitch, with micro-lenses and micro-lens shift / 7500 x 5000 (37.5 MP)
    • Dynamic range - 12 stops
    • Color depth - 16 Bit
    • Low pass filter - None, for maximum transmission of sharpness, suppression of Moiré by external digital processing
    • IR filter - On sensor
    • Data formats - DNG (raw data, uncompressed or loss free compression), DNG + JPEG fine, DNG + JPEG basic, JPEG fine, JPEG basic. DNG /JPEG resolution DNG: 37.5 MP, JPEG: 37.5 MP, 9.3 MP, 2.3 MP
    • File size DNG - Approx. 72 /42 MB (uncompressed /compressed), JPEG - Approx. 1 - 16 MB (depending on resolution /compression used and picture content)
    • Buffer memory - 2GB, maximum number of pictures in series (depending on memory card used): DNG - uncompressed /compressed: maximum 28/32, JPEG - unlimited
    • Color space - Adobe® RGB, sRGB, ECI RGB V2
    • White balance - Automatic, manual, 8 presets, color temperature metering
    • Storage medium - CF cards (max. UDMA7), SD cards up to 2 GB, SDHC cards up to 32 GB, SDXC cards
    • Menu languages - German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, traditional Chinese, simplified Chinese, Russian
    • Compatibility - Windows® XP / Vista® / 7®; Mac® OS X (10.5 and higher)
  • Exposure control
    • Exposure metering - Open aperture metering through the lens (TTL)
    • Metering methods - Spot (3.5%), center weighted, multiple field metering (5 fields)
    • Metering memory lock - Pressing shutter release button to pressure point, storing for 1 picture or continuously using joystick
    • Exposure compensation . ± 3 EV (exposure values), adjustable in half steps
    • Bracketing - Choice of 3 or 5 pictures, with choice of 1/2 EV, 1EV, 2EV, 3EV variation between individual pictures, change of exposure produced by aperture and /or shutter speed depending on set exposure mode
    • Metering range - (at f /2.5 and ISO 100) Spot metering: EV2,1 - 20, center-weighted and multiple field metering: EV1, 1 - 20, warning display in viewfinder for values above/below metering range, measuring cell for available light: multiple field photo diode (continuous light measurement)
    • Sensitivities - ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, Automatic
    • Exposure modes - Automatic program with shift function (P), aperture priority (A), shutter speed priority (T), manual setting (M)
  • Flash exposure control
    • Flash unit connections - Accessory shoe with center and control contacts, LEMO® or standard flash connecting socket without output control
    • Synchronization - Flash sync speed: 1/125 s, or 1/1000 s for lenses with central shutter, slower shutter speeds available, choice of start or end of exposure; flash with faster shutter speeds (1/180 s – 1/4000 s) also possible with flash units with corresponding features (HSS mode)
    • Flash measuring cell - Multiple field photo diode
    • Flash exposure metering / control - (with Leica SF 58 or system-compatible flash units, mounted on camera) Control by flash unit with TTL pre-flash metering, with automatic transmission and consideration of sensitivity and set/controlled lens aperture, all exposure modes available, automatic adaptation of flash light component to available light
    • High speed sync mode - (with Leica SF 58 or system-compatible flash units, with TTL pre-flash metering and automatic TTL HSS control) For flash photography with faster shutter speeds than the sync time by emitting several flashes in rapid succession, automatic switch to TTL HSS mode (with TTL HSS mode on the flash unit) if sync speed is not reached
    • Strobe flash mode - (multiple flashes fired during one exposure) Automatic adjustment of exposure time in P and A exposure modes and with system compatible flash units with appropriate features
    • Flash exposure compensation - Can be set on flash units with appropriate

features (Leica SF 58: ± 3EV in 1 /3 EV steps)

    • Displays in flash mode - Ready status indicated by flashing or constant illumination of flash symbol in viewfinder
    • Flash reflector illumination angle - Automatic adaptation to the focal length used with Leica SF 58 or system-compatible flash units with motorized zoom reflector
  • Focusing
    • Focus detection - Using phase detection method
    • Sensor / Metering field - Central cross sensor, defined by cross hairs on ground glass screen
    • Modes - Choice of AFs (single) = Sharpness priority, AFc (continuous) = Shutter release priority, MF (manual), Manual override of automatic setting possible at any time
    • Metering memory lock - Pressing shutter release button to pressure point, storing for 1 picture or continuously using joystick
    • Drive - In lenses
    • Displays - See Instructions p. 10
  • Viewfinder system
    • Eyepiece - High eye point viewfinder, diopter compensation from -3 to +1dpt. adjustable on viewfinder

Focusing screens Interchangeable, 3 models available: Ground glass screen with micro-prism ring and split-image wedge (standard), ground glass screen with cross hairs, ground glass screen with grid division.

    • Viewfinder field - 98 %
    • Magnification - 0.87 x with 70mm lens set to infinity and 0 dpt.
  • Displays
    • Viewfinder - LCD line below viewfinder image, for displays see Instructions p. 10
    • Top panel - Colored, self-illuminating OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), for displays see p. 11 of Instructions
    • Monitor - 3 inch color TFT LCD monitor with 16 million colors and 921,600 pixels, approx. 100% image field, max. 170° angle of view, anti-reflection/ dirt protective glass Color space: sRGB, for displays see Instructions p. 12
  • Shutter and shutter release
    • Shutter - Selectable using main switch, in camera: Microprocessor controlled metal blade focal plane shutter with vertical movement, in Leica CS lenses with appropriate feature: Central shutter
    • Shutter speeds - Manual setting (in and ): 6s to 1 /4000s in half steps (6-1 /1000 s with central shutter), B for long time exposures up to maximum 125s, flash synchronization up to 1/125 s (1/1000 s with central

shutter)

Automatic setting (in P and A): continuous from 32s to 1 /4000 s (8-1 /1000s with central shutter)

High speed sync flash with all faster shutter speeds than 1/ 125s possible (with Leica SF 58 and HSS compatible, SCA 3002 standard flash units)

    • Series exposures - Approx. 1.5 fps, max. 32 /28 pictures in series with DNG compressed/uncompressed, unlimited with JPEG
    • Shutter release button - Three positions: Exposure and focus metering on – Metering memory lock – Shutter release

Self-timer Delay time either 2 or 12s, indicated by flashing LED on front of camera and corresponding display in monitor

    • Mirror pre-release - 1st release: pivoting mirror flips up, lens aperture closed to set value, 2nd release: Shutter is tripped
  • Turning camera on /off - With main switch on top left back of camera, optional auto switch off after approx. 2/5/10 minutes
    • Power supply - 1 lithium ion battery, rated voltage 7.4 V, capacity 2100 mAh, remaining capacity indicated in top panel display, number of pictures to CIPA standards
    • Charger - Inputs: 100-240 V AC, 50/60Hz, automatic switching, or 12 /24V DC; Output: 7.4V DC, 1250mA.
    • GPS - Selectable (not available everywhere due to country-specific legislation, i.e. automatic forced deactivation in some locations), data written to EXIF header of image files.
    • Spirit level - Measured by acceleration sensor, measuring range: Inclination (about transverse axis) and tilt (about longitudinal axis) each ± 90°, measuring accuracy / display sensitivity: ≤ 1° at 0-40° C, display in monitor
  • Camera body
    • Material - Cast magnesium solid metal chassis with non-slip plastic finish, magnesium top panel, fiberglass reinforced polycarbonate base.
    • Tripod thread - A 1/4 (inch) DIN and A 3/8 (inch) DIN (steel inserts) each with locking mechanism complying with DIN 4503, in metal tripod plate, central under lens axis
    • Operating conditions - 0 to +45°C /32° -113°F, 15%-80% humidity
    • Interfaces - ISO flash shoe, standard flash connecting socket, HDMI socket type C, 4-pin LEMO® socket for data output (USB 2.0 standard), 7-pin LEMO® socket for remote control accessories / remote flash firing, contact strip for multi-function hand grip S
    • Dimensions (Width x Depth x Height) - Approx. 160 x 80 x 120 mm /6 5/16 x 3 5/32 x 4 3/4 in
    • Weight - Approx. 1260 g /2 lb 12.4 oz (with Battery)
  • Items supplied - Charger 100-240V with integrated US mains plug, interchangeable mains plugs (Euro, GB, AUS) and car charging cable, lithium ion battery, LEMO® USB cable, LEMO® sync cable, carrying strap, bayonet cover, eyepiece cover, software: Leica Image Shuttle, Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® (can be downloaded after registering the camera on the Leica Camera AG home page, see Instructions p. 63)
  • S System Accessories (new Leica S accessories in red)
    • 14488 - SF-58 - Flash Unit
    • 14491 - HDMI Cable S / 14492 (JP TW)
    • 16000 - Uniform ground glass screen S.*
    • 16001 - Ground glass screen with micro-prism ring and split-image wedge
    • 16002 - Uniform ground glass screen with grid division
    • 16004 - Grip strap S (shown)
    • 16006 - Carrying strap.*
    • 16009 - Battery charger S.* - 14429 Replacement battery S
    • 16010 - Case S
    • 16011 - Professional Charger S
    • 16014 - LEMO® USB cable.*
    • 16015 - Viewfinder cover.*
    • 16021 - Camera bayonet cap.*
    • 16022 - Power Pack S
    • Lens adapters
      • 16024 - S-Adapter V - Hasselblad V system lenses (introduced August 2011)
      • 16025 - S-Adapter P67 - Pentax 67 system lenses (introduced August 2011)
      • 16026 - S-Adapter M645 - Mamiya 645 system lenses (introduced August 2011)
      • 16030 - S-Adapter H - Hasselblad H system lenses (introduced May 2012)
    • 16028 - Multi-function Handgrip S (shown)
    • 16029 - Remote Release Cable S
    • 16031 - LEMO® sync cable.*
.* indicates included in Leica S purchase
  • Service packages - Leica Protection Plan Body (included in price) - Leica Protection Plan Lens (optional) - Leica Protection Plan Vario Lens (optional) - Leica Protection Plan CS Lens (optional)
Manufacturer's data as of September 2012
S2 Lenses S24.jpg. . .S30f28.jpgS30cs.jpg. . .S39.jpg. . .S35f25.jpg. . .S70f25.jpg. . .S120f25.jpg. . .Sts.jpg. . .S180f35.jpg

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