LEICA M10-R Instruction manual
Foreword/Scope of delivery EN 2 FOREWORD SCOPE OF DELIVERY Dear Customer, We wish you a great deal of fun and success taking photographs with your new Leica M10-R. Please read this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the full scope of functions your camera has to offer. You can find all information about the Leica M10-R whenever you need it at M10-R.leica-camera.com. Before using your camera for the first time, please check that the accessories supplied are complete.
REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES Only the accessories specified and described in this manual or by Leica Camera AG must be used with the camera (battery, charger, mains plug, mains cable, etc.). These accessories should only be used with this product. Third-party accessories may result in malfunctions or damage to the product.
EN LEGAL INFORMATION Legal information LEGAL INFORMATION • Compliance with copyright laws is mandatory. The recording and publication of pre-recorded media like tapes, CDs or other published or broadcast material may breach copyright laws. The same applies for all software supplied in the scope of delivery. IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING THE USE OF GPS Legal restrictions on use • The use of GPS and associated technologies may be restricted in some countries or regions.
REGULATORY INFORMATION You will find the manufacturing date of your camera on the stickers in the Warranty Card and/or on the packaging. The date format is year/month/day. Specific regional approvals for this device can be found in the camera menu. ▸ Select Camera Information in the main menu ▸ Select Regulatory Information EN Legal information • Perfect signal reception from GPS satellites may be impossible in the following locations or under the circumstances listed below.
Legal information EN CE mark The CE mark on our products documents compliance with the fundamental requirements of applicable EU guidelines. English Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Leica Camera AG” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our Radio Equipment products from our DoC server: www.cert.leica-camera.
• Appropriate measures must be taken to ensure security and protect against disruptions to the systems in place where devices or computer systems are in use that require more stringent security than WLAN devices. • Leica Camera AG shall not accept liability for damages arising from the use of the camera for purposes other than as a WLAN device. • It is assumed that the WLAN function will be used in countries where this camera is sold.
EN SAFETY REMARKS Safety remarks GENERAL INFORMATION 8 • Do not use your camera in the immediate vicinity of devices that generate powerful magnetic, electrostatic or electromagnetic fields (e.g. induction ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or computer screens, video game consoles, cell phones, broadcasting equipment). Their electromagnetic fields can interfere with recordings. • Strong magnetic fields, e.g.
LENS RECHARGEABLE BATTERY • Improper use of the batteries or the use of unapproved battery types may result in an explosion! • Do not expose the rechargeable battery to sunlight, heat, humidity or moisture for prolonged periods of time. Likewise, the batteries must not be placed in a microwave oven or a high-pressure container as this would pose a fire or explosion hazard.
Safety remarks EN CHARGER SENSOR • Using the charger in the vicinity of broadcasting receivers may interfere with reception. Ensure a distance of at least 1 m (3 ft) between the charger and the receiver. • When the charger is in use, it may emit a buzzing sound – this is normal and not a malfunction. • Disconnect the charger from the mains when it is not in use, as it consumes electricity (a very small amount), even if no battery is inserted.
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General information EN GENERAL INFORMATION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY Please read the section about “Care/Maintenance” for more information about what to do in case of problems. • The battery must have a temperature between + 0°C and + 30°C for charging (otherwise the charger will not switch on or will switch off again immediately). • Lithium-ion batteries can be charged at any time, regardless of their current charge level.
MEMORY CARD • The range of available SD/SDHC/SDXC cards on the market is too extensive for Leica Camera AG to test for compatibility and quality. Generally, any type of memory card may be used without any damage to the camera or memory card. As some "no name" cards may not fully comply with the SD/SDHC/SDXC standards, Leica Camera AG cannot provide any guarantee of function.
General information EN SENSOR FIRMWARE UPDATE • Any dust or dirt particles stuck to the glass cover of the sensor may result in noticeable dark stains or specks on the pictures (in system cameras). You can send your camera to the Leica Customer Care department for sensor cleaning (see p. 146). This service is not part of the warranty offering and will therefore incur charges. Leica is continuously working on the further development and optimization of Leica M10-R.
WARRANTY Warranty In addition to your statutory warranty rights regarding your dealer, you will receive an additional Leica Camera AG product warranty valid from the date of purchase at an authorized Leica retailer. Previously, the product warranty was included with the product in the packaging. From now on, the product warranty will only be available online as a new service. You will be able to review the warranty conditions for your product at any time, without having to search fr the document.
Table of Content EN TABLE OF CONTENT FOREWORD....................................................................................... 2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY........................................................................ 2 REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES........................................... 3 LEGAL INFORMATION...................................................................... 4 SAFETY REMARKS............................................................................ 8 GENERAL INFORMATION......
SPLIT IMAGE METHOD.............................................................................................. 68 TIME................................................................................................................... 56 IN LIVE VIEW MODE........................................................................................... 69 AUTOMATIC TIME VIA GPS................................................................................ 56 FOCUS PEAKING......................................
Table of Content EN AUXILIARY DISPLAYS......................................................................................... 89 CREATING A NEW FOLDER.............................................................................. 115 CLIPPING.................................................................................................................. 89 RESETTING IMAGE NUMBERING..................................................................... 115 LEVEL GAUGE...................................
EN Table of Content Definition of the various categories of information found in this manual Note Additional information Important Failure to observe the instructions may result in damage to the camera, the accessories or the pictures Attention Non-compliance may result in personal injury 19
EN PART DESIGNATIONS Part Designations LEICA M10-R 15 21 20 19 18 17 22 26 16 24 27 13a 4 29 4a 10 3a 3 1 8 2 28 9 6 23 30 5 14 7 25 11 5 12 13 20 * L eica M lenses with viewfinder attachment cover the brightness sensor. Please read the sections “Displays (viewfinder)” and “Leica M lenses” for more information about how to work with these and other lenses.
1 25 2 26 27 28 29 30 Locking toggle for bottom cover Bottom cover locking point Tripod thread A ¼, DIN 4503 (¼”) Battery release lever Memory card slot Battery compartment EN Part Designations Main switch Shutter button 3 Shutter speed setting dial a Alignment point for shutter speed setting dial 4 ISO setting wheel a Index for ISO setting wheel 5 Strap lugs 6 Accessory shoe 7 Rangefinder window 8 Brightness sensor* 9 Self-timer LED 10 Viewfinder window 11 Focus button 12 Lens release button 13 Leic
EN LENS* 31 32 Part Designations a 33 a 31 34 32a a 32 33 34 34a 34b 33a b c 35 Lens hood Aperture setting ring with scale Index for exposure values Focus ring Focus tab Fixed ring Alignment point for focus setting Depth of field scale Alignment button for lens replacement 6-bit encoding 34c 35 22 * Not included in the delivery package. Representative image. Technical features may vary depending on model.
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EN DISPLAYS Displays VIEWFINDER 3 Digital display a. : – Displays the automatically calculated shutter speed in aperture priority mode A or the countdown of longer shutter speeds in 1 s increments. – Warning that the metering or setting ranges are overshot or undershot using aperture priority mode A – Exposure compensation value (appears for a short time during setting and for about 0.
LCD PANEL IN REVIEW MODE EN All displays/values refer to the actual settings All displays/values refer to the actual settings 1 2 3 8 Displays WHEN TAKING A PICTURE 9 In Live View mode 1 2 3 5 4 6 8 7 9 24 10 25 10 11 12 11 13 26 14 15 16 15 20 17 18 17 16 18 19 27 21 19 When using the rangefinder 9 22 17 16 1 15 2 19 18 3 4 8 5 6 23 21 25
Displays EN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 26 White balance mode (not available in monochrome models) File format/compression level/resolution Exposure metering method Picture mode (Drive Mode) WLAN/Leica FOTOS GPS Flash sync point Lens information Battery capacity Histogram Clipping identification of underexposed (blue), or overexposed subject sections (red) Focus peaking (identification of in sharp edges in the object) Exposure metering field (only available in Spot exposu
CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR ON THE LCD PANEL Display Displays The battery charge status is displayed in the status pane and in the header line. EN Charge status approx. 80 - 100% approx. 65 - 80% approx. 45 - 65% approx. 25 - 45% approx. 10 - 25% approx.
EN PREPARATION PREPARING THE CHARGER Preparation ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP Use the mains cable with the matching regional plug to connect the charger to mains electricity. Attention • Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the camera from falling. 28 Note • The charger will automatically adapt to local mains voltage.
CHARGING THE BATTERY CHARGE STATUS INDICATORS ON THE CHARGER Preparation The camera is powered by a lithium-ion battery. EN INSERTING THE BATTERY IN THE CHARGER The status LED indicates a correct charging process.
Preparation EN INSERTING/REMOVING THE BATTERY INSERTION ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p. 42) ▸ Open the bottom cover and close it again afterwards (see p. 32) Important • Removing the battery while the camera is switched on may result in the loss of custom settings or damage to the memory card. • Make sure that the bottom cover is securely closed before switching on the camera.
The camera will save exposures to an SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (High Capacity) or SDXC (eXtended Capacity) memory card. Notes • SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are available from various suppliers in various sizes and with differing read/write speeds. Memory cards with high storage capacities and high read/write speeds offer quick storage and rendering. • The memory card may not be supported (capacity) or will have to be formated before first use (see p. 117).
EN OPEN/CLOSE THE BOTTOM COVER Preparation OPEN ▸ Click up the locking toggle ▸ Turn the locking toggle in anti-clockwise direction ▸ Remove the bottom cover 32 CLOSE ▸ ▸ ▸ ▸ Insert the bottom cover Turn the locking toggle in clockwise direction Click down the locking toggle Check that the bottom cover was inserted and closed correctly
LENS LEICA M LENSES Most Leica M lenses can be used with any lens equipment (with or without 6-bit encoding in the bayonet). Your camera will also deliver great pictures with Leica M lenses without encoding. We recommend entering the lens model type manually to ensure the best possible image quality (see p. 38). Please read the following sections for details on the very few exceptions and limitations. Notes • Our Leica Customer Care department can retrofit many Leica M lenses with 6-bit encoding.
Preparation EN 34 LENSES WITH LIMITED COMPATIBILITY COMPATIBLE, BUT MAY POSE RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE CAMERA AND/OR LENS – Lenses with retractable tube must only be used with the tube extended, i.e. never attempt to retract the tube while the lens is attached to the camera. This does not apply for the current Makro-Elmar-M 90 f/4 model, as its tube will not retract into the camera itself and can therefore be used without restriction. – When using Heavy lenses attached to a tripod-mounted camera, e.g.
CHANGING THE LENS DETACHING Preparation LEICA M LENSES ATTACHING ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p.
EN OTHER LENSES (e.g. Leica R lenses) Preparation Other lenses can be used by inserting an adapter for M bayonets (e.g. Leica R-Adapter M). DETACHING THE ADAPTER 2 ATTACHING THE ADAPTER 3 1 2 1 ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF (see p.
ATTACHING THE LENS TO THE ADAPTER DETACHING THE LENS FROM THE ADAPTER 2 Preparation 2 EN 1 3 1 ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF ▸ Hold the lens on the fixed ring ▸ Position the alignment point on the lens opposite the alignment point on the adapter ▸ Attach the lens in this position ▸ Turn the lens clockwise until you hear and feel it click into place ▸ ▸ ▸ ▸ Ensure that the camera is switched OFF Hold the lens on the fixed ring Press and hold the release button on the adapter Turn the le
Preparation EN 38 LENS DETECTION USING A LEICA M LENS WITH 6-BIT ENCODING The 6-bit encoding in the bayonet of current model Leica M lenses allows the camera to detect the lens type. – This information is used for e.g. picture data optimization. Edge darkening, for example, which can become noticeable when wide-angle lenses and large apertures are used, is compensated in the relevant picture data. – The information provided by the 6-bit encoding is also written to the Exif data of the pictures.
USING A LEICA R LENS The lens type must also be entered manually when attaching a Leica R lens via the Leica R adapter. The camera will automatically switch to Manual R when a Leica R lens is attached, no matter what setting existed originally. You will have to select the lens type from the list.
EN DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT Preparation A diopter compensation function for up to ±3 diopter is available to allow glasses wearers the use of this product without eye glasses. The rangefinder can be fitted with an optional Leica correction lens for that purpose. us.leica-camera.
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EN CAMERA OPERATION Camera operation CONTROL ELEMENTS SWITCHING THE CAMERA OFF Off MAIN SWITCH The main switch switches the camera on and off. SWITCHING THE CAMERA ON On Note • The function Auto Power Saving (see p. 57) deactivates the camera automatically if no operation occurs within a preset time. Use the main switch to deactivate the camera if this function is Off to prevent inadvertent exposures and battery discharge when the camera is not in use.
SHUTTER BUTTON Notes • Press down the shutter button in a smooth motion until you hear the click of the shutter to prevent camera shake. • The shutter button remains locked: – if the memory card inserted and/or the internal buffer memory are (temporarily) full – if the battery has exceeded its performance limits (capacity, temperature, age) – if the memory card is write-protected or damaged – if the sensor is too hot EN Camera operation The shutter button works in two stages. 1.
Camera operation EN SHUTTER SPEED SETTING DIAL ISO SETTING WHEEL The shutter speed setting dial has no stop, which means it can be turned in either direction from any position. It will click at each engraved position and for intermediate values. Intermediate positions outside the click positions must not be used. Please read the section “Exposure” (see p. 74) for details about exposure settings.
THUMBWHEEL DIRECTIONAL PAD/CENTER BUTTON EN Camera operation – – – – – Menu navigation Exposure compensation value selection Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures Setting selected menu items/functions Scrolling through the picture memory FOCUS BUTTON DIRECTIONAL PAD – Menu navigation – Setting selected menu items/functions – Scrolling through the picture memory CENTER BUTTON – – – – Accessing the status display Applying menu settings Display of settings/data when recording Display of picture data durin
LV BUTTON/PLAY BUTTON/MENU BUTTON LCD PANEL LV BUTTON – Display of most important current settings – Quick access to some menus – Touch control Camera operation EN – Activating/deactivating the Live View mode PLAY BUTTON – Activation and deactivation of the (continuous) review mode – Return to full-screen display MENU BUTTON – Accessing the FAVORITES or MAIN MENU – Accessing the review menu – Exiting the currently displayed (sub) menu 46
TOUCH CONTROL* in review mode tap briefly Shifting the metering field Select the recording Hide/show info displays double tap Focus aid activation Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures swipe Shifts the enlarged image section Scrolling through the picture memory Shifts the enlarged image section EN Camera operation in Picture mode (LV mode) horizontal swipe (full length) vertical swipe (full length) touch and hold two-finger pinch/ spread Enlarging/reducing viewed pictures swipe and hold/ hold
Camera operation EN MENU CONTROL MENU SECTIONS Menu sections: MAIN MENU and FAVORITES MAIN MENU : – contains all menu items FAVORITES MENU FAVORITES : – your custom list (see p. 54 for details on how to manage this list) CONTROL ELEMENTS The following elements are used for menu control. 16 18 24 23 19 20 48 18 LV button 16 Thumbwheel 19 PLAY button 23 Directional pad 20 MENU button 24 Center button The favorites menu offers quick access to the most frequently used menu items.
MAIN MENU SUBMENU The main menu offers access to all settings. Most of these are organized in submenus. There are various types of submenus available. The following pages describe their operation. B F G C G I E B C D E H D F A F Menu sections: MAIN MENU/FAVORITES Menu item name Menu item setting Submenu reference Scrollbar: current position in the menu list Note • Some menu items can only be accessed under specific circumstances.
Camera operation EN MENU NAVIGATION DISPLAY “HOME” SCREEN (INITIAL MENU CONTROL SCREEN) if there are no menu items assigned to the favorites menu: ▸ Press the MENU button 1x • MAIN MENU appears. if at least one menu item was assigned to the favorites menu: ▸ Press the MENU button 1x • FAVORITES menu appears.
CONFIRM SELECTION Note • No confirmation is needed for the selection of On or Off. An automatic save is done. GO BACK ONE STEP SUBMENU EN KEYBOARD/NUMBER PAD A B E C F D (Return to the superordinate menu item) ▸ Press the directional pad left • This option is only available for list-type submenus. or A B ▸ Press the MENU button 1x EXITING THE MENU C You can exit the menus and submenus at any time – with/without applying the settings selected there.
Camera operation EN SELECTING A BUTTON (ICON/FUNCTION BUTTON) Using button control ▸ Press the directional pad left or right as needed • The currently active button will be highlighted. or ▸ Turn the thumbwheel • The currently active button will be highlighted. • There will be an automatic jump to the next/previous line when the end/beginning of the line is reached.
COMBI MENU To move to the next settings field The setting of the individual menu items is done via a setting bar in the lower display area.
EN QUICK ACCESS MANAGING THE FAVORITES MENU Camera operation FAVORITES MENU ▸ Select Customize Control in the main menu ▸ Select Edit Favorites ▸ Select the desired menu item Assign your most frequently used menu items to a favorites menu (up to 15 items) for quick and easy access. The available functions are shown in the list on p. 132. ▸ Select On/Off • A warning message appears when the favorites menu has reached the maximum of 15 menu items and no further items can be added.
VIA THE STATUS SCREEN DIRECT ACCESS ▸ Select Customize Control in the main menu ▸ Select Customize Wheel ▸ Select Exp. Compensation/LV Zoom or Off EN Camera operation Assign a menu function to the thumbwheel for extra quick operation: Exp. Compensation or LV Zoom. The setting has no impact on the function if focus assist tools are in use. In addition to providing an overview of the most important settings, the status screen also allows quick access to specific menu functions.
Camera basic settings EN CAMERA BASIC SETTINGS DATE/TIME For details on how to navigate in the menus and for inputs see chapter "Menu control" (see p. 48). • The two menu items Language and Date & Time appear automatically when switching the camera on for the first time, after a factory reset (see p. 118) or after a firmware update.
POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE) ▸ Select Date & Time in the main menu ▸ Select Time Zone ▸ Select your time zone/current location The camera will switch to the power-saving standby mode after a preset time to extend battery life if this function is activated.
Camera basic settings EN STATUS LED DISPLAY/VIEWFINDER SETTINGS The status LED indicates a variety of camera processes when the device is in its factory settings (incl. when processes like Save, Zoom in/Zoom out and Delete are applied to a recording). This function can be deactivated for most processes (except for camera ON/OFF). The camera comes equipped with a 3” liquid crystal color panel, which is protected by a glass cover made of extremely hard and scratch-resistant Gorilla® glass.
BRIGHTNESS The brightness sensor automatically adjusts rangefinder brightness. Note • This automatic control is not available for Leica M lenses with viewfinder attachments, as they cover the brightness sensor that supplies the required information. The frames and displays will therefore be displayed at a constant brightness when Leica M lenses are used. LCD PANEL You can adjust brightness for best visibility in various lighting conditions.
Camera basic settings EN LCD PANEL/EVF USE LIVE VIEW MODE (RECORDING MODE) The electric viewfinder can take on a variety screen of functions. The displays appearing on screen and in the electronic viewfinder are identical. You can preset the types of situations in which the EVF or the LCD panel should show the displays. An eye sensor on the Visoflex will switch the display from screen to viewfinder automatically if Auto is selected.
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EN BASIC PICTURE SETTINGS Basic picture settings FILE FORMAT Choose the JPG format JPG or the standardized raw data format DNG (= Digital Negative). These can be used individually or simultaneously. Factory setting: DNG ▸ Select File Format in the main menu ▸ Select a format (DNG , DNG+JPG , JPG) Notes • The standardized DNG (Digital Negative) format is used for the storage of raw picture data.
COLOR SATURATION One of the many advantages of digital photography is that it is very easy to change important image properties. You can manipulate contrast, sharpness and toning before recording a picture. The saturation factor in color images determines, whether colors in the picture appear "pale" and pastel-like or "vivid" and colorful. While lighting conditions and weather (e.g. foggy/clear) are a given in terms of recording conditions, their rendering can be influenced.
EN PICTURE MODE Picture mode DRIVE MODE As a rule, the functions and settings described in the following refer to the recording of individual pictures. The Leica M10-R offers a number of other picture modes in addition to single frame shots. Please read the relevant sections for information about functionalities and setting options. ▸ Select Drive Mode in the main menu ▸ Select the desired function options Mode Setting options/variants Single frame shot Single Serial exposures (see p.
IMAGE TYPES F2.8 EN 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV B 999-9000 Picture mode USING THE RANGEFINDER IMAGE FIELD (BRIGHT-LINE FRAME) The bright-line rangefinder of this camera is not just a very high-quality, large, brilliant and bright viewfinder – it also doubles as a highly precise, lens-coupled metering device. All Leica M lenses with focal lengths between 16 and 135 mm are coupled automatically when they are attached to a camera. The viewfinder has a magnification factor of 0.73x.
Picture mode EN The relevant bright-line frame will light up in the combinations 35 mm + 135 mm, 50 mm + 75 mm or 28 mm + 90 mm when lenses with a focal length of 28 (Elmarit as of serial number 2 411 001), 35, 50, 75, 90 and 135 mm are used. 28 mm + 90 mm F2.8 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV 999-9000 35 mm + 135 mm F2.8 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV 999-9000 INFO 22:45PM 22.02.2012 INFO 22:45PM 22.02.2012 12MP 8234/9999 50 mm + 75 mm F2.8 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV 999-9000 INFO 22:45PM 22.02.
SHOW ALTERNATIVE IMAGE RANGES/FOCAL LENGTHS ▸ Push the image field selector towards the lens • The image field selector will snap back automatically when released. LIVE VIEW MODE The Live View mode allows viewing the image object on the LCD panel while the picture is taken. The image is show exactly as it is rendered by the attached lens. LIVE VIEW MODE ON/OFF ▸ Press the LV button EN Picture mode Additional bright-line frames may be displayed depending on the attached lens.
Picture mode EN FOCUSING SPLIT IMAGE METHOD Various assist functions are provided for focusing, depending on whether you use the camera's rangefinder or Live View mode. For an architectural photograph, you might aim the metering field of the rangefinder at e.g. the vertical edge or any other clearly defined vertical line and keep turning the focus ring on the lens until the edge contour or the line is visible at the outer edges of the metering field without any offset.
IN LIVE VIEW MODE (WITH ASSIST FUNCTIONS) Your camera offers two useful assist functions to facilitate and improve setting accuracy: – The magnification of an (initially) central cropped section of the screen image (Zooming). – Marking of screen image sections where subject elements are in clear focus (Focus Peaking) The functions can be automatically activated during focusing or can be accessed independently.
EN ENLARGEMENT 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV Picture mode F2.8 ACCESSING ASSIST FUNCTIONS -3 2 1 0 1 2 3+ 12MP 8234 The larger the details of the object are shown, the better you can assess their sharpness and the more accurately you can focus. When Spot Metering is in use, the position of the cropped section is dictated by the position of the metering field. In all other exposure metering methods, the position is represented by cross hairs.
VIA THE FOCUS RING VIA THE THUMBWHEEL EN ▸ Select Capture Assistants in the main menu ▸ Select Focus Aid ▸ Select Automatic ▸ ▸ ▸ ▸ Picture mode Assist functions can also be accessed automatically during focusing. Accessing the assist functions ▸ Turn the focus ring The assist functions can additionally be accessed via the thumbwheel. Select Customize Control in the main menu Select Customize Wheel Select LV Zoom Turn the thumbwheel to the right • The assist functions are activated.
EN ISO SENSITIVITY Picture mode The ISO setting covers a range between ISO 100 and ISO 50000, allowing you to adapt to the relevant situation as required. There is more leeway for the use of preferred shutter speed and aperture combinations when setting the exposure manually. You can set priorities within the scope of the automatic setting, e.g. for reasons of picture composition.
The camera automatically adjusts the sensitivity to ambient brightness and/or to the configured shutter speed/aperture settings combination. In conjunction with aperture priority mode, this function extends the range for automatic exposure control.
Picture mode EN WHITE BALANCE AUTOMATIC CONTROL/FIXED SETTINGS In digital photography, White Balance ensures neutral color rendering in any light. White Balance relies on the setting made in the camera, which light color is to be rendered as 'white'.
MANUAL SETTING VIA METERING Gray Card ▸ Select White Balance in the main menu ▸ Select Gray Card • A message appears on the LCD panel: Please take a picture for setting the white balance . ▸ Shutter release • Make sure that the image field includes a white or neutral gray (reference) area.
Picture mode EN DIRECT SETTING OF THE COLOR TEMPERATURE EXPOSURE Values between 2000 and 13100 K (Kelvin) can be set directly. That gives you a very wide range, which covers virtually all color temperatures occurring in real life and within which you can adapt color rendering to any light color and your personal preferences with incredible detail.
EXPOSURE MODES Mostly center-weighted metering. The light reflected by the light-colored shutter blades is captured and measured by a photodiode. When the measuring range of the exposure meter is undercut in a manual setting and very low light density, then the triangular LED ( ) in the viewfinder on the left will flash as a warning; the LED on the right ( ) will flash when the measuring range of the exposure meter is surpassed.
Picture mode EN APERTURE PRIORITY - A Aperture priority mode sets the exposure automatically according to the manually selected aperture. This mode is suitable for pictures in which the depth of field is a critical compositional element. By selecting an appropriately low exposure value, you can reduce the depth of field range, for example to make a face “stand out” in sharp focus against an unimportant or distracting background.
MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING – M ▸ Set the desired shutter speed and aperture value • The shutter speed setting dial must be clicked to one of the engraved exposure shutter speeds or to one of the intermediate values.
Picture mode EN LONG-TERM EXPOSURE (B) B FUNCTION FIXED SHUTTER SPEEDS This function can also be used to permanently set shutter speeds longer than 8 s. In setting B, the shutter remains open as long as the shutter button is held down (up to max. 16 min depending on ISO setting). T FUNCTION When the B function is selected in conjunction with the self-timer (see p. 87), then the shutter button doesn’t have to be held down.
EXPOSURE CONTROL EXPOSURE PREVIEW You can now assess the effect of the relevant exposure setting on the image before taking the picture. There are two assessment methods available. – Release button half pressed The brightness of the screen image mirrors the effects of the selected exposure settings when pressing and holding the shutter button on the first pressure point. This is displayed as . At all other times, the display in Live View shows an optimal exposure setting.
EN METERING MEMORY LOCK Picture mode We often want to arrange important subject elements outside the center of the picture for reasons of picture composition and these elements may sometimes be very bright or very dark. Center-weighted metering and spot metering, however, mainly capture an area in the center of the image and are calibrated to an average gray scale value.
Using thumbwheel control Exposure meters are calibrated for a medium gray scale value, which matches a standard, i.e. average image object. Should the measured image detail not fulfill that requirement, then the a relevant exposure compensation can be effected.
EN PICTURE RECORDING MODES Picture mode SERIAL EXPOSURES The camera is set to single shot exposures (Single) by default. Serial exposures can also be created to e.g. capture motion sequences at various stages.
INTERVAL SHOOTING SPECIFYING THE NUMBER OF FRAMES ▸ ▸ ▸ ▸ Select Drive Mode in the main menu Select Interval Select Frames Enter the desired value SPECIFYING THE INTERVALS BETWEEN SHOTS ▸ ▸ ▸ ▸ Select Drive Mode in the main menu Select Interval Select Interval Time Enter the desired value EN Picture mode This camera allows you to capture motion sequences over extended periods of time automatically using the interval shooting function.
Picture mode EN EXPOSURE BRACKETING Many attractive objects are rich in contrast, which means they have very bright and very dark areas. The image effect can be dramatically different, depending on which of these areas you choose to align your exposure with. The automatic bracketing function in aperture priority mode allows you to produce several alternatives with graduated exposure values and varying shutter speeds.
SELF-TIMER The self-timer function allows taking pictures with a preset time delay. We recommend that the camera is placed on a tripod. ▸ Select Drive Mode in the main menu ▸ Select Self Timer 2 s/Self Timer 12 s ▸ Shutter release • The remaining time until exposure is counted down on the LCD panel. The self-timer LED at the front of the camera counts down the delay time. • A running self-timer delay time can be canceled at any time by pressing the MENU button and restarted by pressing the shutter button.
EN INFO DISPLAYS Picture mode INFO DISPLAYS IN PICTURE MODE Showing/hiding information temporarily Depending on the initial situation, the display toggles to the other setting when the shutter button is held at the first pressure point. In Live View mode, the LCD panel can be used for displaying a range of settings. Various information is displayed in the header and/or footer line. F2.8 F2.8 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV 999-9000 999-9000 INFO 22:45PM 22.02.
CLIPPING The Clipping display marks bright or dark areas in the image lacking definition (bright areas flash in red; dark areas flash in blue). To adjust these displays to specific conditions or your compositional ideas, you can specify limit values, i.e. the level of over/underexposure at which they appear. The Clipping display therefore offers a very simple and exact means for checking and adjusting your exposure settings. F2.
Picture mode EN LEVEL GAUGE The integrated sensors of the camera show its orientation. These indicators ensure exact camera orientation along the longitudinal and transverse axes of critical objects, e.g. architecture. In the screen image, the horizon is denoted by a long line across the center of the image on its transverse axis.
EN HISTOGRAM The grids divide the image frame into multiple fields. They facilitate picture composition and an exact camera orientation. The grid line distribution can be adjusted to fit the object. Histogram represents the brightness distribution in the picture. The horizontal axis shows the graduated values from black (left) through gray to white (right). The vertical axis corresponds to the number of pixels at each brightness level.
Picture mode EN Notes • The histogram is always based on the brightness displayed; depending on the settings used, it may not represent the final exposure. • In picture mode, the histogram should be regarded as a "trend indicator”. • The histogram during rendering may differ slightly from the one during exposure. • Histogram is available only in full screen mode. FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY The camera determines the necessary flash intensity by firing one or more pre-flashes before taking the actual picture.
FLASH EXPOSURE METERING (TTL METERING) ▸ Switch off the camera and flash unit ▸ Slide the foot of the flash unit all the way into the accessory shoe and use the clamping nut (where available) to secure it against accidental movement • Movement inside the accessory shoe can interrupt required contacts and therefore cause malfunctions. In conjunction with system-compatible flash units (see p.
Picture mode EN SETTINGS ON THE FLASH UNIT Operating mode TTL Automatic camera control A SF 40, SF 60: Automatic camera control, no flash exposure compensation SF 58, SF 64: Control via the flash unit using a built-in exposure sensor M The flash exposure must be set to an output level to match the aperture and shutter speed settings determined by the camera. Notes • Set the flash unit to TTL mode to allow automatic control of the unit by the camera.
FLASH CONTROL SYNC POINT Flash exposures are lit by two light sources: – ambient light – flash Any subject elements lit primarily by the flash will almost always be rendered in perfect focus by the short burst of light, provided the focus is set correctly. All other subject elements in the same frame lit by ambient light or lit from within will be rendered with varying degrees of sharpness.
Picture mode EN FLASH RANGE FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION The usable flash range depends on the aperture and sensitivity values set manually or calculated by the camera. It is important to ensure that the subject is within the relevant flash range for sufficient illumination. A permanent setting to the shortest available shutter speed for flash mode (sync time) may often result in unnecessary underexposure of those subject elements that are not lit sufficiently by the flash.
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ▸ Switch on the flash unit ▸ Set the desired guide number control mode (e.g. TTL or GNC = Guide Number Control) on the flash unit ▸ Switching the camera on ▸ Set the desired exposure mode, shutter speed and/or aperture setting • It is imperative to take note of the shortest flash sync speed, as it determines whether a "normal" flash or an HSS flash is fired.
EN FLASH EXPOSURE DISPLAYS IN THE VIEWFINDER (with system-compatible flash units) Picture mode The flash icon in the viewfinder display of the Leica M10-R gives feedback on and indicates various operating states.
EN Picture mode 99
Review mode EN 100 REVIEW MODE CONTROL ELEMENTS IN REVIEW MODE 16 There are two completely independent review functions available: – short-term rendering directly after exposure (Preview) – normal Review mode, in which the stored recordings can be viewed and managed for any length of time Notes • Recorded pictures are not automatically rotated in Review mode to utilize the full screen area. • It may not be possible to render files with this camera that were not recorded with this device.
SELECTING/SCROLLING THROUGH RECORDINGS ▸ Press the PLAY button • The last picture taken appears on the LCD panel. • The message No media file to display. appears if the inserted memory card does not contain any picture data. • The PLAY button function differs, depending on the current camera setting: The recordings are visually arranged in a horizontal reel. When the end of an image series is reached, the display automatically jumps back to the first image in the series.
Review mode EN INFO DISPLAYS IN REVIEW MODE With the factory settings in place, recorded pictures will be displayed without the information in the header and footer lines for an unobstructed view of the image. F2.8 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV 999-9000 INFO 22:45PM 22.02.2012 12MP F2.8 1/8000 ISO 12500 EV 999-9000 INFO 22:45PM 22.02.2012 12MP ▸ Briefly tap the LCD panel 8234/9999 The configured displays can be accessed at any time.
CROPPED SECTION ZOOM EN Review mode You can zoom in to any section of an image for closer inspection. You have a four-level zoom factor available via the thumbwheel, while magnification is stepless if you use touch control. Using touch control ▸ Swiping will allow you to move the position of an enlarged cropped section • The rectangle within the frame in the bottom left corner represents the current magnification, as well as its position in the image.
Review mode EN Using button control DISPLAYING MULTIPLE RECORDINGS AT ONCE ▸ Turn the thumbwheel (to the right: increase magnification, to the left: decrease magnification) ▸ Press the directional pad to move the cropped section anywhere in the enlarged image • The rectangle within the frame in the bottom left corner represents the current magnification, as well as its position in the image.
DISPLAYING RECORDINGS IN BLOCKS OF 20 ▸ Turn the thumbwheel to the left • 12 thumbnails are shown at the same time. Another turn on the thumbwheel increases the number of pictures to 20. In this view, you can browse through the blocks easily.
Review mode EN RETURNING TO FULL SCREEN VIEW TAGGING/RATING OF RECORDINGS Using touch control Recordings can be tagged as favorites to find them quicker or to simplify the later deletion of multiple recordings. ▸ Two-finger spread or ▸ Briefly touch the image Notes • Other recordings can be selected while the review menu is active. • You can exit the review menu at any time by pressing the MENU button.
DELETING RECORDINGS ▸ Press the directional pad down • The tag disappears. or There are several methods available to delete recordings: – deleting individual recordings – deleting all recordings without a tag/ranking – deleting all recordings ▸ Press the MENU button ▸ Select Unrate REMOVING ALL TAGS ▸ Press the MENU button EN Review mode REMOVING INDIVIDUAL TAGS Important • Once deleted, recordings are no longer retrievable. Notes • Other recordings can be selected while the review menu is active.
DELETING INDIVIDUAL RECORDINGS To cancel deletion and return to the normal review mode ▸ Press the MENU button ▸ Press the PLAY button Review mode EN Note • The “Scroll” and “Magnify” functions continue to be available when the “Delete” screen is active. ▸ Select Delete Single in the Review menu • The Delete screen appears. ▸ Press the center button • The LED will flash during the delete process. The process may take a few seconds. • The next recording will be displayed once deletion is complete.
DELETING ALL RECORDINGS • The prompt Really delete all? appears. EN Review mode ▸ Press the MENU button ▸ Select Yes ▸ Select Delete Multi in the Review menu Note • The LED will flash during the delete process. The process may take a few seconds. The message No media file to display. appears after successful deletion.
EN DELETING UNRATED RECORDINGS • The prompt Really delete all unrated? appears. Review mode ▸ Press the MENU button ▸ Select Delete Multi in the Review menu ▸ Select ALL Unrated 110 ▸ Select Yes • The LED will flash during the delete process. The process may take a few seconds. • The next marked recording appears once deletion is complete. The message No media file to display. appears if no other recordings are saved on the card.
PREVIEW OF LATEST RECORDING ▸ Select Auto Review in the main menu ▸ Select the desired function or duration in the submenu (Off, 1 s, 3 s, 5 s, Permanent) Review mode Recordings can be displayed automatically directly after they are taken to e.g. check the success of the recording quickly and easily. A duration for the automatic display can be configured. EN Permanent: The most recent recording is displayed until automatic review is ended by tapping the shutter button.
EN OTHER FUNCTIONS Other functions USER PROFILES This camera allows the permanent storage of any menu settings, to e.g. access them quickly and easily for recurring conditions/image objects. Six memory slots are provided to store custom settings, plus the factory setting, which is always available and cannot be modified (Standard Profile). You can assign names for the saved profiles yourself. Any profiles configured for the camera can be saved to a memory card for use on another camera.
APPLY/ACTIVATE PROFILES EXPORTING/IMPORTING PROFILES TO/FROM THE MEMORY CARD ▸ Select User Profiles in the main menu ▸ Select Load Profile • A list of profile names is displayed. ▸ Select User Profiles in the main menu ▸ Select Export to Card or Import from Card in the submenu ▸ Confirm the selection ▸ Select a profile • The selected profile is marked as active. Notes • When importing and exporting, all profile slots are transferred to the card, i.e. including any empty slots.
EN DATA MANAGEMENT Other functions DATA STRUCTURE ON THE MEMORY CARD FOLDER STRUCTURE The files (= pictures) on the memory cards are saved in automatically generated folders. The first three characters signify the folder number (numerals), the last five the folder name (letters). The first folder is assigned the name "100LEICA", the second "101LEICA". A folder will always be created with the next available number; you can have max. 999 folders.
CREATING A NEW FOLDER ▸ Select Image Numbering in the main menu ▸ Select Change Filename • A keyboard submenu is displayed. • The input line contains the full file name. The four characters marked in white in the first group can be modified. ▸ Select Image Numbering in the main menu ▸ Select New Folder • A keyboard submenu is displayed. • The input line contains the full folder name. The five white characters can be modified. ▸ Delete the four selected characters ▸ Enter a new name of your choice (see p.
Other functions EN ADDING COPYRIGHT INFORMATION This camera allows you to enter letters and other characters as a copyright mark for your picture files. You can enter up to 20 characters of information under 2 headings per picture. ▸ ▸ ▸ ▸ Select Camera Information in the main menu Select Copyright Information Activate the Copyright function (On) Select Information/Artist in the submenu • A keyboard submenu is displayed. ▸ Enter the desired information (see p.
FORMATTING A MEMORY CARD ▸ Select Format SD in the main menu ▸ Confirm the selection EN Other functions Memory cards that have already been in use with this camera will usually not require formatting. An unformatted memory card that is inserted into the camera for the first time must be formatted. We recommend formatting memory cards from time to time, because residual data traces (data pertaining to individual pictures) may reduce the card’s memory capacity.
Other functions EN DATA TRANSFER RESETTING THE CAMERA TO FACTORY SETTINGS Data can be conveniently transferred to mobile devices via Leica FOTOS (see p. 120). Alternatively, a card reader can be used for the transfer. This function allows you to reset all your custom menu settings back to the factory settings. You can optionally exclude the user profiles, WLAN settings, and image numbering from the reset individually. Note • We recommend using a card reader for the transfer of large files.
UPDATING THE CAMERA FIRMWARE Leica is continuously working on the further improvement and optimization of your camera. Since many camera functions are entirely controlled by software, some of these improvements and additions to the functional scope can be installed in retrospect. Leica offers firmware updates at irregular intervals, which you can download from our website. Leica will notify you of any new updates, once you have registered your camera.
Leica FOTOS EN LEICA FOTOS CONNECTION The camera can be controlled remotely using a smartphone/tablet PC. This will require an installation of the Leica FOTOS app on the mobile device. FIRST-TIME CONNECTION TO A MOBILE DEVICE ▸ Scan the following QR code with the mobile device The connection is established via WLAN. A pairing of the camera and the mobile device is required for a first-time connection to a mobile device.
ON THE MOBILE DEVICE ▸ Follow the Leica FOTOS instructions • The relevant icons appear on the LCD panel once a connection is established successfully. Notes • The pairing process may take a few minutes to complete. • Each mobile device only needs to be paired with the camera once. The process adds the device to the list of known devices.
EN CARE/STORAGE Care/Storage We recommend the following if the camera will not be used for an extended period of time: – Switching the camera off – Remove the memory card – Remove the battery (after approx. 2 months the set date and time will be lost) CAMERA HOUSING • Keep your equipment meticulously clean, as any kind of dirt residue presents a breeding ground for micro organisms. • Only clean the camera with a soft, dry cloth.
VIEWFINDER/LCD PANEL • Switch off your camera and leave it to stand at room temperature for around 1 h if condensation has formed on or in the camera. The condensation will disappear, once the camera temperature has reached room temperature. RECHARGEABLE BATTERY • Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries should only be stored partially charged, i.e. not fully depleted or fully charged. The camera LCD panel will show the current charge level of the battery.
EN SENSOR Care/Storage DUST DETECTION Any dust or dirt particles stuck to the glass cover of the sensor may result in noticeable dark stains or specks on the pictures. Use the Dust Detection function to check if and how much dust is on the sensor. This procedure is more accurate than a visual check and therefore a reliable method to find out if cleaning is needed. ▸ Select Sensor Cleaning in the main menu.
▸ Select Yes/No • The rechargeable battery must have at least 60 % remaining capacity for the shutter to open. • A warning message Battery too low for sensor cleaning. will appear if the battery capacity is lower to indicate that the function is currently not available and Yes cannot be selected. ▸ Clean the sensor • Make sure you follow the instructions below.
FAQ EN FAQ Problem possible cause to be verified Troubleshooting suggestions Battery issues Battery is depleted too quickly Battery too cold Warm the battery (e.g.
The LCD panel is to dark or too bright/not clear The brightness in Live View mode is not the same as in the pictures The number of remaining exposures does not count down after a picture is taken Recording The camera won’t take a picture/shutter button is Memory card is full deactivated The memory card is not formated The memory card is write protected Image noise appears on the LCD panel/in the viewfinder when the shutter button is pressed to the first pressure point LCD panel/viewfinder deactivates aft
FAQ EN The display switches off after the picture is taken/ Flash loads after picture is taken, LCD panel deactivates the LCD panel goes dark after the picture is taken during load time Flash won't fire The flash cannot be used with the current settings Battery is depleted Pressing the shutter button while flash is still loading Automatic bracketing or Picture series is activated The flash does not fully illuminate the object Object is outside the flash range Flash is covered No continuous recording avail
Round white stains, similar to soap bubbles Images are out of focus Images are overexposed The image is grainy or there is image noise Unnatural colors and brightness No images are displayed Images cannot be displayed Preview is deactivated Activate Auto Review Light sensor was covered while picture was taken Long exposure times (>1 s) Make sure that the light sensor is not obstructed Activate the noise suppression function for long-term exposure times Decrease ISO sensitivity Deactivate the flash I
FAQ EN Smartphones/WLAN WLAN connection gets interrupted Cannot pair with a mobile device Mobile device connection/image transfer not working Camera does not appear on the WLAN configuration screen of the mobile device 130 Camera deactivates when it overheats (safety feature) The camera was already paired with the mobile device The mobile device is too far away Interference from other devices in the vicinity, e.g.
EN FAQ 131
MENU Overview EN MENU OVERVIEW Main menu 1. Submenu Factory settings Available for FAVORITES FAVORITES Menu page 1 Lens Detection l Drive Mode l 38 l 64 85 Interval 86 Exposure Bracketing Exp. Metering l 77 83 Exp. Compensation l l Flash Settings l l Flash Sync. Mode 95 Max. Flash Sync.
Available for FAVORITES FAVORITES l l Page Menu page 2 JPG Settings JPG Resolution l 63 Contrast 63 Sharpness 63 Saturation 63 63 Monochrome l Auto Review EN Menu overview Factory settings 111 l Capture Assistants Focus Peaking 69 Histogram 91 Exposure Clipping 89 Grids 91 Exposure Simulation 81 Focus Aid 71 90 Level Gauge l EVF/Display Control Play Screen Target 60 LV Screen Target 60 Auto Review Screen Target 60 133
MENU Overview EN Factory settings Available for FAVORITES FAVORITES Page l User Profiles l Load Profile 113 Save as User Profile 112 Rename User Profile 112 Export to Card 113 113 Import from Card l Customize Control Edit Favorites 54 Customize Wheel 55 58 LED Display Brightness l 59 EVF Brightness l 59 l 57 l 120 GPS 1 l 116 Date & Time l Menu page 3 Auto Power Saving l Leica FOTOS 134 Auto GPS Time1 56 Time Zone 57 Daylight Saving Time 57 Date Setting 56
Factory settings Available for FAVORITES FAVORITES Page l 56 Reset Camera l 118 Format SD l 117 Image Numbering l New Folder 115 Change Filename 115 Reset Image Numbering 115 Menu overview Language EN Menu page 4 l Sensor Cleaning Open Shutter 124 Dust Detection 124 l Camera Information Camera Firmware Regulatory Information Copyright Information 1 This menu item is only available if the Leica Visoflex viewfinder is attached (available as an accessory).
EN INDEX Index A A (Aperture priority).................................................................... 78 Accessory..................................................................................... 3 Adapter....................................................................................... 36 AE-L............................................................................................ 82 Akademie, Leica........................................................................ 146 Aperture....
F Factory settings........................................................................ 118 FAQ.......................................................................................... 126 Favorites................................................................... 133, 134, 135 Favorites, menu.................................................................... 48, 54 Favorites, pictures..................................................................... 106 File Format.................................
EN K Index Keyboard.................................................................................... 51 L Language.................................................................................... 56 LCD panel................................................................. 25, 46, 58, 60 LCD panel, setting....................................................................... 58 LED............................................................................................ 58 Legal information.....
Q Quick access.............................................................................. 54 Rangefinder.......................................................................... 65, 77 Rating, recording....................................................................... 106 Raw data.................................................................................. 118 Rechargeable battery, capacity.................................................... 27 Rechargeable battery, notes.....................
EN Troubleshooting........................................................................ 126 TTL metering......................................................................... 92, 93 Index U Update, firmware................................................................ 14, 119 User-defined operation................................................................ 54 User profiles............................................................................. 112 V Viewfinder...........................
EN Index 141
EN TECHNICAL DATA Technical Data CAMERA 142 Designation Leica M10-R Camera type Digital camera with rangefinder system Type no. 6376 Order No.
EN SHUTTER Design principle Large, bright-line rangefinder with automatic parallax compensation Eyepiece Suitable for -0,.
Technical Data EN 144 EXPOSURE FLASH EXPOSURE CONTROL Exposure metering TTL (exposure metering through the lens), with working aperture Metering principle/method When measuring the light reflected by the light blades of the 1.
POWER SUPPLY EN Technical Data GPS Only with Leica Visoflex viewfinder attached (optional accessory) Optional, not available everywhere due to country-specific legislation. Data is written to Exif header of the picture files Menu languages English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Portuguese Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL5) 1 lithium-ion battery, rated voltage 7.4 V; capacity 1100 mAh, max. charging voltage/current: 1000 mADC, 7.
Leica Customer Care EN LEICA CUSTOMER CARE Please contact the Customer Care department of Leica Camera AG for the maintenance of your Leica equipment and for help and advice regarding Leica products and how to order them. You can also contact the Customer Care department or the repair service provided by your regional Leica subsidiary for repairs or warranty claims.
