Leica X2 PDF User Manual
Did you lose or misplace the instruction manual that came with your Leica X2? It happens all too easily, but fortunately Leica makes a soft copy available that you can browse through online, print out, or download (see the pdf file below). It is certainly good practice to carefully familiarize oneself with the many different functionalities and options that the X2 offers, and the official user manual is without doubt an authoritative and comprehensive source of respective information.
That said, the instruction booklet can be a dry read, so that a dedicated camera guide book from a professional photographer that illustrates the camera's core functions in a real life photography context can be a very helpful complement. Yes, getting one of these camera guides (see here at amazon) would involve an additional expense, but if that book helps to exploit the camera's potential to the full, the (small) additional investment may well be worth it.
In any case, the X2 is an advanced imaging tool, whose many features merit serious attention. This fixed lens compact camera was announced on May 10th, 2012, which means that, as of today, the camera is 4498 days old (young?). The camera has meanwhile been discontinued, but there has not been a direct replacement model for the X2 from Leica.
Leica's instruction manual for the X2
The camera's instruction manual is 78 pages long. The pdf version is embedded below. As you browse through, you will hopefully find the information you are looking for. You can also print out a hard copy by right clicking on the manual and then choosing the respective menu option. For convenience, a summary of the key specs of the X2 is included towards the bottom of this webpage.
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If you prefer to read the user guide in another language, please check the respective availability on Leica's support site. That site also provides complementary online resources, such as information on the compatibility of various camera accessories or the availability of firmware updates that are not necessarily comprehensively covered in the instruction manual.
Printed, hardcopy versions of the Leica X2 manual can sometimes be found online. You can check the availability on amazon and ebay via the buttons below.
Leica X2 FAQ
Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the X2.
What technology is the imaging sensor in the Leica X2 based on?
The camera is build around a CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor.
What is the ISO sensitivity range of the Leica X2?
The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 12500.
Can the Leica X2 be equipped with an optional viewfinder?
Yes, Leica provides the EVF 2 as an accessory (here on amazon) that can be mounted on the hotshoe.
Does the Leica X2 feature an autofocus assist light?
Yes, the camera has a lamp built-in that can illuminate the subject and improve autofocus in low-light settings.
Which battery does the Leica X2 use?
The camera gets its power from the Leica BP-DC8 (here at amazon), which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.
Further reading
How does the X2 stack up against available alternatives? If you would like to see a side-by-side review with another camera, just make a corresponding selection in the search boxes below. An an alternative, you can also directly jump to any one of the listed comparisons that were previously generated by the CAM-parator tool.
Core camera specifications
Here is a list of the main features and technical characteristics of the Leica X2.
Camera Model | Leica X2 | |
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Camera Type | Fixed lens compact camera | |
Camera Lens | 36mm f/2.8 | |
Launch Date | May 2012 | |
Launch Price | USD 1 999 | |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | |
Sensor Format | APS-C Sensor | |
Sensor Size | 23.7 x 15.6 mm | |
Sensor Area | 370 mm2 | |
Sensor Diagonal | 28.4 mm | |
Crop Factor | 1.5x | |
Sensor Resolution | 16.1 Megapixels | |
Image Resolution | 4 928 x 3 264 pixels | |
Pixel Pitch | 4.79 μm | |
Pixel Density | 4.35 MP/cm2 | |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | |
Movie Capability | no Video | |
ISO Setting | 100 - 12 500 ISO | |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Viewfinder optional | |
Top-Level Screen | no Top Display | |
LCD Size | 2.7 inch | |
LCD Resolution | 230k dots | |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | |
Touch Input | No touchscreen | |
Shooting Specs | ||
Focus System | Contrast-detect AF | |
Manual Focusing Aid | no Peaking Feature | |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/2000s | |
Continuous Shooting | 5 shutter flaps/s | |
Silent Shooting | no E-Shutter | |
Time Lapse Photography | no Intervalometer | |
Fill Flash | Built-in Flash | |
Storage Medium | SDHC cards | |
Single or Dual Card Slots | Single card slot | |
UHS card support | no | |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | |
HDMI Port | mini HDMI | |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | |
Body Specs | ||
Battery Type | Leica BP-DC8 power pack | |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 450 shots per charge | |
Body Dimensions |
124 x 69 x 52 mm (4.9 x 2.7 x 2.0 in) |
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Camera Weight | 345 g (12.2 oz) |
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