159
Flash modes
Flash switched on and off by extending/retracting the unit, au-
tomatic flash activation with and without pre-flash, manual flash activation with
and without pre-flash, automatic flash activation with slower shutter speeds
with and without pre-flash, studio mode for triggering slave equipped external
flash systems.
Flash exposure compensation
±3EV in
1
/
3
EV increments.
Working range of the built-in flash unit
(for ISO 100/21°) approx. 0.3-
2.0m/1-6 ft., guide number 5.
Recycling time of built-in flash unit
approx. 5s with fully loaded
battery.
Monitor
2,7“ TFT LCD with 230,000 pixels.
Displays
see p. 90
Self-timer
Delay optionally 2 or 12s.
Connections
5-pin mini USB socket 2.0 high-speed for quick data transfer
to the computer, HDMI socket for digital direct connection to corresponding
equipment, proprietary socket for external electronic viewfinder Leica EVF 2
1
.
Power supply
Rechargeable lithium ion battery, rated voltage 3.7 V, capacity
1600 mAh (to CIPA standard): approx. 450 photos, charging time (after com-
plete discharge): approx. 200 minutes, Model No. BP-DC8, Manufacturer: PT
SANYO Energy Batam, Made in China
Charger
Input: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A, automatic switch-over Out-
put: 4.2 V DC, 0.65 A, Model No. BC-DC8, Operating conditions: 0 to 35°C
Manufacturer: Phihong (Dongguan) Electronics Co.,Ltd, Made in China
Housing
Housing in Leica Design made of solid, ultra-light magnesium. Two
eyelets for carrying strap. ISO flash shoe with central and control contacts for
connection of external, more powerful flash units, e.g. Leica SF 24D and the
external electronic viewfinder Leica EVF 2
1
.
Tripod thread
A
1
/
4
DIN 4503 (
1
/
4
“).
Dimensions
(WxHxD) approx. 124 x 69 x 51.5 mm /
4
7
/
8
x 2
11
/
32
x 2
1
/
32
inches
Weight
approx. 307/345g / 10.83/12.17oz (with/without battery)
1
Available as accessory; see also p. 152
2
According to CIPA DC-004 Standard
Construction and design subject to change.
