LEICA Q2

Firmware update
EN FIRMWARE
Camera model Firmware version
Leica Q2 4.0

_NEW: Exposure metering method Highlight-Weighted

_NEW: iDR (Intelligent Dynamic Range) for the optimization of darker areas

_NEW: Firmware update via Leica FOTOS

_IMPROVED: In Playback mode, sorting will occur strictly by recording date

_IMPROVED: Bluetooth connection was optimized

_IMPROVED: Geotagging (via Leica FOTOS)

_EXTENDED: Image properties

_EXTENDED: Video formats

_EXTENDED: Data management

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FIRMWARE UPDATES EXECUTING A FIRMWARE UPDATE EN

Leica is continuously working on the further improvement and Any interruption of a running firmware update may cause serious
optimization of your camera. Since many camera functions are and irreparable damage to your equipment!
entirely controlled by software, some of these improvements and You will therefore have to take particular note of the following,
additions to the functional scope can be installed in retrospect. when carrying out a firmware update:
Leica offers firmware updates at irregular intervals, which you can
• Do not switch off the camera!
download from our website.
• Do not remove the memory card!
Leica will notify you of any new updates, once you have registered
your camera. • Do not remove the rechargeable battery!
There are two options for installing firmware updates. • Do not remove the lens!
– conveniently via the Leica FOTOS app
– directly via the camera menu Notes
• A warning message will appear if the battery is insufficiently
Find out which firmware version is currently installed charged. Recharge the battery and then repeat the process
▸ Select Camera Information in the main menu described above.
• The current firmware versions are displayed. • You will find additional device and country-specific registration
marks and numbers in the Camera Information submenu.

More information about registering, firmware updates and how to

download them to your camera, as well as any amendments and
additions to this manual can be found in the customer area of our
website at:
club.leica-camera.com

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EN PREPARATION UPDATING THE CAMERA FIRMWARE
▸ Fully charge and insert the rechargeable battery ▸ Preparation
▸ Any stored firmware files on the memory card must be removed ▸ Select Camera Information in the main menu
• We recommend saving any images on the memory card and ▸ Select Firmware
reformatting it before the update. ▸ Select Start Update
(Caution: Loss of data! All data stored on the memory card
• A prompt with information about the camera is displayed.
will be lost during formatting.)
▸ Check the version information
▸ Download the latest firmware version
▸ Select Yes
▸ Save the download to the memory card
• The prompt Save profiles on SD Card? appears.
• The firmware file must be stored in the main directory of the
memory card (not in a sub-directory). ▸ Select Yes / No
• The update will start automatically.
▸ Insert the memory card into the camera
• The lower status LED will flash during this process.
▸ Switch the camera on
• Once the process has completed successfully, a relevant on-
screen message and prompt to restart the device will appear
on screen.
▸ Switch the camera off and on again
Note
• Date & time, as well as the preferred language will have to be
set up again after the restart. Relevant prompts will appear on
screen.

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EXPOSURE METERING METHOD HIGHLIGHT-WEIGHTED EN

“HIGHLIGHT-WEIGHTED” This method considers the entire image field. The exposure value
will, however, be adjusted to very bright subject elements. That
prevents the overexposure of bright subject elements without
EXPOSURE METERING METHODS having to measure them individually. This metering method is
The following exposure metering methods are selectable. particularly useful for objects that are significantly more brightly
Factory setting: Multi-Field lit than the rest of the picture frame (e.g. people in a spotlight), or
that reflect the light significantly (e.g. white clothing).
Spot Multi-Field Highlight-Weighted
Center-weighted
Highlight-Weighted
Multi-field

SPOT
This metering method is concentrated exclusively on a small area
in the center of the image. The metering fields are joined together
when the exposure metering method Spot is combined with the
AF metering methods Spot , Field and Zone . Exposure metering
will then occur at the point specified by the AF metering field, even
if it is moved.

CENTER-WEIGHTED
This method considers the entire image field. The subject elements
captured in the center will, however, impact on the calculation of
the exposure value more so than areas around the edges.

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EN MULTI-FIELD
This metering method is based on the detection of multiple values.
These values are used in an algorithm to calculate an exposure val-
ue appropriate for a good rendering of the assumed main subject.
▸ Select Exposure Metering in the main menu
▸ Select the desired metering method
( Spot , Center-Weighted , Highlight-Weighted , Multi-Field )
• The selected metering method is displayed in the header line
of the screen image.

Spot metering allows a shifting of the metering field:

▸ Press the directional pad left or right as needed
Notes
• The exposure information (ISO value, aperture, shutter speed
and light balance with exposure compensation scale) will help
to determine the settings required for correct exposure.

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AUTOMATIC OPTIMIZATION OF DARKER iDR FUNCTION EN

AREAS The iDR (Intelligent Dynamic Range) function allows an optimization

of the darker areas. Object details become much clearer. This func-
tion will only affect recordings in JPG format.
DYNAMIC RANGE
The contrast range of an object comprises all levels of brightness Without iDR With iDR
from the brightest to the darkest point in the image. All levels of
brightness can be captured by the sensor, provided the contrast
range of the object is lower than the dynamic range of the camera.
In case of significant differences of brightness in the object (e.g.
shootings of interior spaces with bright windows in the back-
ground, shootings with subject elements in shadow or directly lit
by the sun, landscapes with dark areas and a very bright sky), the
camera with its limited dynamic range will not be able to map the
entire contrast range of the object. Information in 'edge areas' will You can specify beforehand if and to what extent you want to
be lost (under and overexposure). optimize darker areas ( High , Standard , Low , Off ). In the Auto
setting, the camera will automatically select the right setting de-
Contrast range of a low-contrast object
pending on the contrast range of the object.
In addition to that setting, the effect also depends on the exposure
settings. The function will have the strongest effect in combination
with low ISO values and fast shutter speeds. The effect is less pro-
nounced with higher ISO values and/or slower shutter speeds.
Dynamic range of the camera Factory setting: Auto
Underexposure Overexposure

▸ Select JPG Settings in the main menu

▸ Select iDR
▸ Select the desired setting
Contrast range of a high-contrast object ( Auto , High , Standard , Low , Off )
Note
• The optimization of darker areas will slightly reduce differentia-
tion in very bright areas.

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EN GEOTAGGING GEOTAGGING STATUS
The status of existing location information is displayed on screen,
provided the info bars are displayed and geotagging is enabled.
LOGGING THE SHOOTING LOCATION
The status screen will always show the current geotagging status.
(ONLY IN CONNECTION WITH THE LEICA FOTOS APP)
Location information can be sourced from a mobile device in con-
nection with the Leica FOTOS app. Current location information The location information is current (most recent geo-
will then be written to the Exif data of the recordings (geotagging). location max. 15 mins prior).
The location information is not necessarily current
▸ Activating GPS functions on a mobile device anymore (most recent geolocation max. 12 h prior).
▸ Activate Leica FOTOS and connect to the camera (see chapter The available location information is outdated (most
“Leica FOTOS”) recent geolocation more than 12 h in the past).
▸ Activate geotagging for this camera in Leica FOTOS No location data will be written to Exif data.
No icon Geotagging is deactivated.
Notes
• The use of GPS and associated technologies may be restricted Location information will be continuously updated as long as the
in some countries or regions. Violations will be prosecuted by camera is connected to Leica FOTOS. The Bluetooth function of
local authorities. You should therefore contact your travel agent the camera and the mobile device must therefore remain enabled
or the embassy of your destination country for relevant informa- to ensure latest information. It is, however, not necessary for the
tion beforehand. app to be running in the foreground.
• It will take a few seconds for the Bluetooth connection to estab-
lish. The configured shutdown time should be considered when
choosing a delay time if shutdown is enabled in the camera.
• All recordings with location information are marked with the
geotagging icon in playback mode.

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ADVANCED PARAMETERS FOR IMAGE Selecting a profile (photo) EN

PROPERTIES ▸ Select JPG Settings in the main menu

▸ Select Film Style
The image properties of JPG pictures and video recordings can ▸ Select a profile
be changes slightly using several parameters. These are com-
piled in pre-configured profiles. Previously, only setting options Adjusting a profile (photo)
for Contrast , Sharpness and Saturation were provided. These op- ▸ Select JPG Settings in the main menu
tions have now been complemented with the parameters Highlight
and Shadow . These parameters can be adjusted for all available ▸ Select Film Style
profiles ( Saturation only for color profiles). ▸ Select Film Style Settings
▸ Select a profile
HIGHLIGHT/SHADOW ▸ Select Contrast / Highlight / Shadow / Sharpness / Saturation
Depending on the exposure selected and the dynamic scope of ▸ Select the desired level
the object, some details in brighter or darker areas may no longer ( -2 , -1 , 0 , +1 , +2 )
be clearly visible. The parameters Highlight and Shadow allow ▸ Confirm
differentiated control over very brightly or less brightly lit areas.
Where, for example, part of the object is in shadow, a higher
setting for Shadow can help brighten these areas to make details
more visible. Conversely, existing shadows or particularly bright
areas might be additionally emphasized for reasons of image
composition. Positive values will brighten the targeted areas, while
negative values will darken them.

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EN Selecting a profile (video) SELECTING SETTINGS
▸ Select Video Style in the main menu
▸ Select a profile
Adjusting a profile (video)
▸ Select Video Style in the main menu
▸ Select Video Style Settings
▸ Select a profile A B C D
▸ Select Contrast / Highlight / Shadow / Sharpness / Saturation
▸ Select the desired level A “Back” button
( -2 , -1 , 0 , +1 , +2 ) (Exit without saving)
▸ Confirm B “Parameter” button
Note C “Setting” button
• The Video Style function is unavailable if any other setting D “Confirm” button
but Off is selected for Video Gamma . (Save and exit)

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The operation is slightly different, depending on whether the set- Applying setting EN
tings are done via key control or touch control. ▸ Press the directional pad up/down
The screen image will remains visible continuously while settings • The button toggles directly between each of the options.
are being adjusted. The result of the setting can be observed
or
directly.
▸ Press the center button
• All selectable options are displayed.
• The “Parameter” button displays the currently set value for
each of the parameter options.
▸ Press the directional pad up/down
• An active button is indicated by a red frame.
▸ Press the center button
• The options are no longer displayed.

Using touch control

▸ Tap the desired button
• All available options are displayed for the buttons “Parameter”
and “Setting”.
• The “Parameter” button displays the currently set value for
each of the parameter options.
▸ Tap the desired alternative
Using button control
SAVE
Navigating between buttons ▸ Select the “Confirm” button
▸ Press the directional pad left/right
CANCEL
• An active button is indicated by a red frame.
▸ Select the “Back” button

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EN NEW VIDEO FORMATS DATA MANAGEMENT
MOV Folder numbers up to 999 can now be created. Image numbering
C4K 29.97 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
was extended to 9999.
25 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
24 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
4K 29.97 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
24 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
FHD 29.97 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
24 fps 4:2:2 / 10 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps

MP4
4K 29.97 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 100 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 100 Mbps
FHD 180 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
150 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
120 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
100 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
29.97 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps
25 fps 4:2:0 / 8 bit (SD & HDMI) 35 mm & APS-C H.264 Long GOP 20 Mbps

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