Arizonahooligan Posted November 14, 2016 Share #1 Posted November 14, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Good day everyone, I'm Thomas and I just purchased my first Leica last Thursday from the store in L.A.. The Q is quite the departure from the Nikon D500 I use. I am quite happy with it and with a little help from you good folks here, I hope to learn all the tips and tricks to make it everything I want it to be. Here are a couple of basic questions I'm sure have been asked before... What are you guys and gals using as far as in camera settings? I primarily do street/urban, some structure and landscape with macro now and again. I do all of my black and white conversions in Lightroom. Where would I go, other than Leica, to find accessories for the Q? Straps, brackets, cases, etc. Any and all help and formation is welcome. I am new to how forums work so if I do something that is faux pas please let me know. Thanks in advance for your help. Thomas Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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steveBK Posted November 14, 2016 Share #2 Posted November 14, 2016 For accessories I am using: Match Technical Thumbs-Up: http://leicarumors.com/2015/08/10/match-technical-thumbs-up-ep-sq-grip-for-leica-q-now-shipping-currently-in-stock.aspx/ Lim's Case: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leica-Q-Typ-116-LIMS-LE-HCLCAQBK-Leather-Half-Case-Black-Screen-Protect-Film-/291881170631?hash=item43f57936c7:g:VyoAAOSwoBtW58Fv The case I prefer over the Leica grip as it leaves the bottom door accessible to get at battery & SD card. I just use the included strap, it's actually pretty great I think. For settings I am shooting: Focus -> AFs & Face Detection with AF assist lamp off Metering -> Multi Point OIS -> On Scene -> PASM White Balance -> AWB Photo File Format -> DNG & JPG (so I can download JPG to iPhone on the go via WiFi app) Acoustic Signal -> All OFF Auto ISO -> Max exp = Auto / Max ISO = 12500 Auto Review -> Off Power Saving -> Power Off = 5min / LCD off = 1min Zoom/Lock Button -> Digital Zoom (which I never use) Thumbwheel -> Auto Photo Live View -> Level Guage = On / rest Off Display Settings -> EVF-LCD = Auto / Eye Sensor Sensitivity = High (It's much less jumpy than my Sonys were) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizonahooligan Posted November 15, 2016 Author Share #3 Posted November 15, 2016 Thank you very much for the info, it's greatly appreciated! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulis Posted November 15, 2016 Share #4 Posted November 15, 2016 Those all look like sensible settings to me, though I have autoreview on for 2 seconds - and keep the Auto IOS down to 6400. Also, I change the Zoom/Lock button to AEL Lock (I too avoid the crop function). The FN key is your friend when it comes to changing Focus methods – would be very nice if it were one of the Zoom/Lock button functions, or even the Video button (which I have set to Off). I have three of the four Function buttons set to different AF methods - Face Detection/Single Point/Touchscreen Shutter release. Otherwise changing focus methods is far too complex via the Menu. The only accessory I use is a screen protector - I have the Leica one on at the moment but find the anti-reflective surface too coarse when viewing images, so am switching to a clear one. I do like the Leica strap, but it's quite short – am thinking about a Sunlow thin and flexible one, so that I can wrap it around my hand for walking about... I'm tempted by the Thumb's Up, but will try a bit of Sugru first - just around the thumb indent to make it a bit more secure, a dab around the EVF focus compensation dial to stop it being changed accidentally, and a dot of it on the FN button to make it easier to find. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted November 15, 2016 Share #5 Posted November 15, 2016 Welcome Thomas. Enjoy your camera...it's a good one by anyone's standards...and it's a Leica! Do your own thing and choose your own settings, and equipment. We look forward to your images, and input to the Forum; get involved. all best.. Dave S Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizonahooligan Posted November 15, 2016 Author Share #6 Posted November 15, 2016 Thank you again everyone for the advise and warn welcome. I've been using the Leica strap and it is adequate for now. On my D500 I have a QED win and a Magpul sling off my RRS L-plate. It's a great method for me but seems a bit bulky for the Q. I'm hoping to post some photos end of week for people to enjoy, comment and critique. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marchyman Posted November 17, 2016 Share #7 Posted November 17, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) For settings I am shooting: ... OIS -> On Why? OIS can contribute to soft images when not needed. It also uses battery power (but I don't know how much). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overgaard Posted November 17, 2016 Share #8 Posted November 17, 2016 Welcome, and congratulations with the Q. I've written this article on the settings and features that might be of help: http://www.overgaard.dk/Leica-Q-Hemingway-digital-rangefinder-.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizonahooligan Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share #9 Posted November 17, 2016 Thank you! I will read it tonight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveBK Posted November 18, 2016 Share #10 Posted November 18, 2016 Why? OIS can contribute to soft images when not needed. It also uses battery power (but I don't know how much). Certainly, though with the Q, I find far less false-positive OIS-induced blur than with other systems. I think overall it's a much milder form of IS than other brands. It doesn't help for more than 2 stops maybe, but I also don't find a lot of false blurring. That said, I've read the Ming Thein article on the subject and agree. It comes down to your shooting style/subjects. Most of my shooting is street, on the move.. where a little IS is helpful. If you are doing a lot of architecture/landscape/etc, you probably want to default to OFF and enable as needed. Maybe the next generation of IS will be slightly more programmable. Like: ON, but only in effect for shutter EVs below X. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belle123 Posted November 18, 2016 Share #11 Posted November 18, 2016 Welcome to the forum. I highly recommend a case as that will improve how the Q feels in the hand. I recommend Arte Di Mano. Straps, there are countless choices. Look thru the forum for older posts as this subject comes up a lot. Ditto for bags. There really isn't much to add to the Q other than strap and case that is really needed, other than extra batteries and cards. A good bag for toting around but then you could just wear it! It is so light. I rarely put mine in a bag. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
clic-clac Posted November 18, 2016 Share #12 Posted November 18, 2016 Welcome Thomas! I'm also new here, and also a happy Q-owner since today! (mine was second-hand though), the guy i bought it from had these extra batteries from Chili Power that last just a bit longer then the Leica ones. modelnumber is: CP-BLC12E (info: 7.2V - 1300mAh - 9.4Wh) Happy Q-ing! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
likealot Posted November 22, 2016 Share #13 Posted November 22, 2016 Why? OIS can contribute to soft images when not needed. It also uses battery power (but I don't know how much). When I was sorting out the settings on my Q I noticed that when switching the OIS off the camera made a soft click and the constant whirring heard on the Q went quieter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autofocus Posted November 23, 2016 Share #14 Posted November 23, 2016 Welcome Thomas! Great to see a fellow newcomer to both Leica and the Q. I am finding this to be an amazing experience and hope it is the same for you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autofocus Posted November 23, 2016 Share #15 Posted November 23, 2016 Welcome, and congratulations with the Q. I've written this article on the settings and features that might be of help: http://www.overgaard.dk/Leica-Q-Hemingway-digital-rangefinder-.html Thanks very much for posting. This is very helpful Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
microview Posted November 24, 2016 Share #16 Posted November 24, 2016 I would recommend the side grip as this makes the camera mch more comfortable in the hand. I fitted the had strap by Artisan & Artist to the lug on the other side (ACAM295 in black). Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/266507-new-to-leica-hello-everyone/?do=findComment&comment=3154971'>More sharing options...
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