Recording pictures advanced | Leica D-Lux 2 specification

Recording pictures (advanced)

•Refer to P58 for the available range of the aperture value and the shutter speed.

•You cannot set the following items in manual exposure.

–Slow sync./Red-eye reduction [u] (P41)

–[AUTO] in ISO sensitivity (P73) (When the recording mode is switched to Manual exposure, the ISO sensitivity is automatically set to [ISO100] even

though it was set to [AUTO] beforehand.) –Compensating the Exposure (P45)

•The brightness of the LCD may differ from the brightness of pictures you take. Check the picture with review or play mode.

•If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red when pressing the shutter button halfway.

•When the shutter speed is slow, we recommend using a tripod.

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Leica D-Lux 2 manual Recording pictures advanced

D-Lux 2 specifications

The Leica D-Lux 2 is a compact digital camera that embodies the timeless quality and precision engineering synonymous with the Leica brand. Introduced in the mid-2000s, the D-Lux 2 quickly became popular among photography enthusiasts and professionals for its impressive performance packed within a sleek, portable design.

One of the standout features of the D-Lux 2 is its 10.0-megapixel image sensor, which captures high-resolution images with striking detail and clarity. The camera also boasts a fast Leica DC Vario-Summicron 4.0-5.6/7.4-22.2 mm lens, equivalent to a 28-112 mm focal length in 35mm terms. This lens provides versatility for shooting a wide array of subjects, from landscapes to portraits, while maintaining exceptional optical quality.

The D-Lux 2 incorporates advanced image processing technology, ensuring that photos exhibit vivid colors and excellent sharpness. The camera supports various ISO settings ranging from 80 to 800, enabling users to capture stunning images even in challenging lighting conditions. Additionally, the built-in optical image stabilization helps mitigate motion blur, making it easier to achieve crisp shots, particularly in low-light scenarios.

User-friendly controls and an intuitive interface further enhance the photography experience with the D-Lux 2. The camera features a bright, high-resolution LCD screen that allows for easy framing and composition. Photographers can choose from a range of shooting modes, including manual, aperture priority, and shutter priority, providing flexibility and creative control.

The compact body of the D-Lux 2 makes it an excellent choice for travel and everyday photography. Its durable construction and stylish design reflect the robust build quality that Leica is known for while being lightweight enough to carry in a pocket or small bag.

In terms of connectivity, the D-Lux 2 offers USB and AV output ports, making it simple to transfer images or connect to a TV for immediate viewing. Although it may lack some modern features like wireless connectivity, the camera remains beloved for its classic characteristics.

Overall, the Leica D-Lux 2 is a testament to the brand's commitment to quality, providing photographers with a reliable and stylish tool that delivers outstanding performance in a compact package. Whether capturing memories on a leisurely outing or pursuing artistic endeavors, the D-Lux 2 stands out as an enduring choice in digital photography.

Contents

Page Dear Customer Information for Your Safety Leica FCC Note U.S. onlyLUX2 Leica LUX2 Figure a Only for Great Britain Digital Camera Is fogged up About the Lens For business users in the European Union If you will not be using the camera for Long time About These Operating Instructions About illustrations in these operating instructionsAbout illustrations of the cursor button and the joystick Contents Scope of delivery Connecting to a PC or PrinterPlayback advanced Others 9 10 Names of the Components 18 19 2728 Insert the battery and the card. P15 Charge the battery. P13Quick Guide Turn the camera on to take pictures Detach the battery Charging the Battery with the Charger About the Battery Inserting/Removing the Battery Inserting/Removing the Card About the Card Access to the cardAbout handling a card SD Memory Card supplied and MultiMediaCard Approximate number of recordable pictures and the size Aspect ratio Picture size Tiff Attaching the Lens Cap/Strap Pass the strap through the hole at the Strap EyeletAttach the lens cap Initial setting Setting Date/Time Clock SetSelect D/M/Y, M/D/Y or Y/M/D Set date and time Setup Menu 5POWER Save 1 MIN./2 MIN./5 MIN./10 MIN Menu FunctionsXMF Assist 2NO.RESET 9VOLUMEReset 4USB Mode PAL Xvideo OUTTV Aspect OFF Playback mode P49 About the LCD MonitorSelecting the screen to be used Highlight display Recording guide lineNo highlight display With highlight display Example of histogram Histogram Programme AE mode P31 Mode DialAuto mode P35 Taking Pictures Programme AE Take a picture Correct posture for taking good Pictures Focusing Jitter camera shake Format detection functionExposure Example of Programme shift Programme shift Settings in Auto mode Taking Pictures in Auto ModeZoom P78 Other Settings in Auto mode Select the desired item and set the desired value COL.EFFECT Video OUT TV Aspect Press r Checking the Recorded Picture Review To make subjects appear further away use Wide Using the Optical ZoomTele To further increase the zoom Optical zoom is set to Wide 1× when the camera is turned on Switching to the appropriate flash setting Taking Pictures using the Built-in FlashTo open the flash To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks Forced on Auto ISO80 Available flash settings by recording mode Close proximity Do not stare at the photo flash fromIf you bring the flash too close to Discoloured by its heat and lighting Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Switch the self-timer settingFocus on the subject to take the picture Compensating the Exposure Over exposedProperly Exposed Under exposed Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Optical Image Stabilizer Stabilizer MODE1MODE2 Number of pictures recorded in burst mode Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Select the picture Playing Back Pictures Switch to multi screen 16/25 Pictures Multi PlaybackSelect the pictures To delete a picture during the playback zoom Using the Playback Zoom Select the picture to be deleted Deleting PicturesSelect Multi Delete Select the pictures to be deleted Select ALL Delete Delete the picturesDelete all of the pictures To delete all pictures Using the Mode Dial Aperture-priority AESet the aperture value and take the picture Set the shutter speed and take the picture Shutter-priority AE Set the aperture value and the shutter speed Manual exposurePress the shutter button halfway Manual Exposure Assistance Recording pictures advanced Shutter-priority AE Aperture Value and Shutter Speed Aperture-priority AE Motion picture mode Select PICT.MODEPress the shutter button fully to start the recording Card Available recording time seconds RS Scene mode Night Portrait P64 Night Scenery P64Fireworks P67 Technique for Sports mode Portrait mode Sports mode Food mode Scenery mode Technique for Night scenery mode Technique for Night portrait mode Birthday setting Age display setting Technique for Candle light mode Soft skin mode Candle light mode Technique for Fireworks mode Technique for Party mode Setting the shutter speed Technique for Starry sky mode Technique for Self-portrait mode Self portrait mode Metering Mode P75 Using the REC mode menuSensitivity P73 AF Assist Lamp P77 Auto White Balance White Balance W.BALANCE Setting the White Balance manually White set p About the white balanceAbout the white set Picture Size PICT.SIZE ISO Sensitivity Sensitivity Audio REC Audio DUB Resize Trimming QQuality Quality Audio Recording Audio REC Metering Mode High speed AF H mode AF Mode AF Mode AF Assist Lamp Continuous AF CONT.AF Colour Effect COL.EFFECT Digital Zoom D.ZOOMCool Warm Flip Animation Flip Anim Picture Adjustment PICT.ADJ Capture pictures for flip animation Select Flip AnimSelect Picture Capture Select Create Motion Picture Select Create Motion Picture and create a flip animation Select Frame Rate and set the number of framesPlaying back created flip animations Deleting all still pictures used to Create flip animation Select the menu and press to enter Using the Quick setting Slide the focus switch to MF Taking Pictures with Manual FocusTake the picture MF assistance Technique for Manual focusPrefocus Press AF/AE Lock button a AF/AE Lock AF Auto focus/AE Auto exposureAF/AE Lock AF Lock AF Macro mode Select AF w with the focus switchFocus range Setting the aspect ratio Move the zoom lever toward T Shooting with the extra optical zoom To pause Playing Back Pictures with Audio/Motion pictures Using the Play mode menu Select ALL or Playing Back with Slide ShowSelect Start Duration Select on to set it Favorites setting FavoriteDuring playback, select ALL To delete all pictures except those in your favorites list Select on to set it Rotating the Picture Rotate Example When rotating clockwise aSelect the picture to be rotated and set it Select the direction to rotate the picture Select SINGLE, Multi or Cancel Setting the Picture to be To print the date To cancel all settings Select YES to cancel all settings Select the picture and set/cancel the protection Preventing Accidental Erasure of the Picture ProtectSET Stop audio recording Select the picture and start audio recording Select the size and set it Resizing the Pictures ResizeSelect the picture and set it Select YES or no and set it 100Trimming the Pictures Select the picture to trim and set it 101 Enlarge or decrease the pictureShift the picture and press the shutter button fully to set Changing the Aspect Ratio 102Select Or h and set it Move the frame to trim the picture Select YES to clean up Clean up the Card Clean UP103 Initializing the Card Format 104 Playing Back Pictures with a TV ScreenTurn the TV on and select external input Playing back pictures with Supplied cable Select USB Mode Before Connecting with USB Connection Cable105 Select PC or PictBridge PTP 106 Connecting to a PC  Windows About PictBridge PTP setting Folder numbers are updated when107 Folder Composition 108 Connecting to a PictBridge-compliant Printer 109 Set the print settingsSelect a picture to be printed Single picture Select Print Start and then print out the picture 110Select Dpof Picture Dpof picture 111 Setting the date printing with Dpof print in advance Screen Display 112Recording Playback 113 114 Dispose of an unusable battery When you go out, bring charged spare batteries115 Do not bend or drop the card Please Check the Card Data reading error This Memory Card is Protected Cancel the card lockPlease Check the Card Data writing error Message Display 117 118 Troubleshooting 119 Flash Conditions Causes Flash is not activated 120Flash is activated Times 121 122 123 124 Specifications 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