Leica Releases Firmware Updates for SL2/SL2-S and Q2/Q2M Cameras
Leica released firmware update version 6.0 for the SL2/SL2-S mirrorless cameras. Here is what’s new:
- Continuous shooting with activated Perspective Control
SL2: for 2 fps and 6 fps, SL2-S: for 2 fps and 5 fps - Added lock function for white balance settings Auto ISO and Auto
This function ensures a constant ISO value and automatic white balance during video recording until recording is stopped, or settings are changed via menu settings.
EXTENDED FUNCTIONALITY
- New submenu item Flash Mode under Flash Settings
- The menu item AF Quick Setting only was added to the menu Touch AF in EVF – In Touch AF mode, this will prevent accidental movement of the AF frame, but still allows the Touch AF functions to be used.
- Newly added menu items for the Favorites menu
- Thumbwheel: New functionality as function button
- Joystick: More assignment options
IMPROVEMENT
- GPS accuracy of the shooting location was significantly improved
- Revised Play menu: The option Delete All was replaced by Delete Unrated
- The Continuous Shooting settings in the menu item Drive Mode were renamed
- The menu item Self Timer is now a main menu item, and can be combined with other shooting modes
- Bugfixes in the firmware
Leica also released firmware update version 5.1.0 for the Q2/Q2M cameras with a single improvement:
- GPS accuracy of the shooting location was significantly improved
More info on Leica’s website.