Isingeniso
This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective use of your Leica V-LUX 30 digital camera. The Leica V-LUX 30 is a compact digital camera featuring a 14.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, a 16x Leica DC Vario-Elmar optical zoom lens, and a 3-inch LCD touchscreen. It offers numerous automatic features and manual setting options, along with integrated GPS functionality and 1080i-AVCHD Full HD video recording.
Please read this manual thoroughly before operating your camera and retain it for future reference.
Umkhiqizo Uphelileview
Izici Eziyinhloko
- Isixazululo sama-megapixel angu-14.1: Equipped with a 1/2.33-inch CMOS sensor for high-quality images.
- 16x Ilensi yokusondeza okubonakalayo: Features a Leica DC Vario-Elmar 4.3 - 68.8mm f/3.3-5.9 ASPH lens.
- Ukuqoshwa kwevidiyo ye-HD egcwele: Records video in 1080i-AVCHD Full HD format, utilizing the full 16x zoom range and an integrated stereo microphone.
- I-GPS Ehlanganisiwe: Automatically records geographical coordinates and local time in image Exif data.
- 3-inch LCD Touch Screen: Provides intuitive control and clear image display with 460,000 pixels resolution.
- New 3D Mode: Allows creation of fascinating 3D images by combining two shots into a stereo image pair (MPO format).
- Fast Continuous Shooting: Captures sequences at 10 frames per second at full resolution or 60 frames per second at reduced resolution.
Izingxenye Zekhamera

Umfanekiso 1: Ngaphambili view of the Leica V-LUX 30 digital camera. This image displays the camera's lens, flash, and the Leica branding on the front panel.

Figure 2: The Leica V-LUX 30 digital camera shown alongside its dedicated brown leather carrying case and wrist strap.

Figure 3: The Leica V-LUX 30 digital camera partially inserted into its brown leather carrying case, illustrating how the camera fits securely.
Setha
1. Ukufakwa kwebhethri
- Vula ikhava yegumbi lebhethri etholakala phansi kwekhamera.
- Insert the Lithium-Ion battery (Type: Lithium Ion, Weight: 22 Grams) with the correct orientation, ensuring the contacts align.
- Vala ikhava yengxenye yebhethri ngokuphephile ize ichofoze endaweni yayo.
- Shaja ibhethri ngokugcwele ngaphambi kokulisebenzisa okokuqala.
2. Ukufakwa Kwekhadi Lememori
- Open the memory card slot cover, usually adjacent to the battery compartment.
- Insert an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card (Flash Memory Type: SD/SDHC/SDXC) into the slot until it locks. Ensure the card is oriented correctly.
- Vala ikhava yesikhala sememori khadi.
- Qaphela: The camera also has internal memory.
3. Ukuvula kokuqala kanye nezilungiselelo eziyisisekelo
- Cindezela inkinobho yamandla ukuze uvule ikhamera.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to set the date, time, and language.
- Format the memory card before first use to ensure optimal performance. This can typically be found in the camera's menu settings.
Isebenzisa Ikhamera
1. Izithombe Eziyisisekelo
- Vula/Vala: Cindezela inkinobho KHANYISA CISHA inkinobho.
- Ukuthatha Izithombe:
- Select a shooting mode (e.g., Automatic, Program, Aperture Priority) using the mode dial or touch screen.
- Hlela isithombe sakho usebenzisa isikrini se-LCD esingu-3-intshi.
- Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. The camera uses Contrast Detection autofocus with 11 autofocus points.
- Press the shutter button fully to capture the image.
- Zoom Operation: Use the zoom lever around the shutter button to adjust the 16x optical zoom lens. The digital zoom (up to 4x) can also be engaged.
2. Ukuqoshwa Kwevidiyo
- To start recording, press the dedicated video record button.
- The camera records in 1080i-AVCHD Full HD format.
- The 16x optical zoom is available during video recording.
- An integrated stereo microphone captures audio, with an electronic wind noise filter for clear sound.
- Press the video record button again to stop recording.
3. Izindlela Zokudubula
The Leica V-LUX 30 offers various shooting modes to suit different photographic situations:
- Okuzenzakalelayo: Camera automatically selects optimal settings.
- Incwadi yezandla: Full control over aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
- Uhlelo (P): Ikhamera isetha i-aperture kanye nesivinini se-shutter, umsebenzisi ulawula ezinye izilungiselelo.
- Aperture Priority (Av or A): Umsebenzisi usetha i-aperture, ikhamera isetha isivinini se-shutter.
- Shutter Priority (Tv or S): Umsebenzisi usetha isivinini sokushutha, ikhamera isetha ukuvuleka.
- Izindlela zesigcawu: Includes Landscape, Portrait, Macro, Sports, Movie, Panorama.
- Imodi ye-3D: Captures two images to create a 3D MPO file.
4. Ukusebenza kwesikrini sokuthinta
The 3-inch LCD touch screen allows for intuitive control:
- Tap to select menu options.
- Touch to set focus point in Live View.
- Swipe to review images in playback mode.
5. Ukusebenza kwe-GPS
The integrated GPS function automatically records the geographical coordinates and local time for each photograph, saving this data in the Exif information of the image files. This allows for geotagging of your photos.
Qaphela: I-GPS tagging may not function in certain regions, such as the People’s Republic of China and neighboring areas, due to satellite signal reception limitations.
6. Ukudlala Isithombe
Cindezela inkinobho yokudlala ukuze uphindeview captured photos and videos. Use the touch screen or directional buttons to navigate through your media.
Isondlo
1. Ukuhlanza Ikhamera
- Sebenzisa indwangu ethambile, engenazinti ukuhlanza umzimba wekhamera.
- For the lens, use a lens brush or a specialized lens cleaning cloth and solution. Avoid touching the lens surface directly with fingers.
- Do not use organic solvents or strong cleaning agents.
2. Ukunakekelwa Kwebhethri
- Gcina amabhethri endaweni epholile, neyomile uma engasetshenziswa.
- Gwema ukubeka amabhethri endaweni eshisa kakhulu.
- Recharge batteries regularly, even if not fully depleted, to maintain battery health.
3. Isitoreji
- When storing the camera for extended periods, remove the battery and memory card.
- Store the camera in a dry, dust-free environment, preferably in a camera bag or case.
Ukuxazulula inkinga
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your Leica V-LUX 30 camera. For more detailed troubleshooting, please refer to the official Leica support resources.
Ikhamera Ayivuli
- Qinisekisa ukuthi ibhethri ishajwe ngokugcwele futhi ifakwe ngendlela efanele.
- Hlola ukuthi oxhumana nabo bebhethri bahlanzekile yini.
- Zama ukusebenzisa ibhethri elihlukile, elishajwe ngokugcwele uma likhona.
Izithombe Zifiphele
- Qinisekisa ukuthi ilensi ihlanzekile futhi ayinazo izibi.
- Check that the camera has successfully focused before taking the shot (half-press the shutter button).
- In low light, use a higher ISO setting or a tripod to prevent camera shake.
- Verify that the image stabilization feature is active.
Iphutha Lekhadi Lememori
- Faka kabusha imemori khadi.
- Zama ukufometha ikhadi lememori (Qaphela: This will erase all data on the card).
- Hlola ngekhadi lememori elihlukile, elihambisanayo.
Imininingwane
| Isici | Imininingwane |
|---|---|
| Igama Lemodeli | Leica V-LUX 30 |
| Ukulungiswa Kwenzwa Yesithombe | 14.1 MP |
| Uhlobo Lwenzwa Yesithombe | CMOS, 1/2.33 inches (6.08 x 4.56 mm) |
| I-Optical Zoom | 16x |
| Ilensi | Leica DC Vario-Elmar 4.3 - 68.8mm f/3.3-5.9 ASPH |
| Ubude bokugxila obukhulu | Amamilimitha angu-384 (okulingana no-35mm) |
| Ubuncane bokugxila kobude | Amamilimitha angu-24 (okulingana no-35mm) |
| Ukuzinzisa Isithombe | I-Optical |
| Ukulungiswa kwevidiyo | 1080i AVCHD Full HD |
| Usayizi Wesikrini | 3 amayintshi |
| Uhlobo lokubonisa | LCD, Touch Screen |
| Bonisa Ukulungiswa | 460,000 amaphikseli |
| Isekelwe File Ifomethi | JPEG, RAW (Stills), MPEG-4, AVCHD (Video) |
| Uhlobo Lwememori Ye-Flash | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Ukuxhumana | I-HDMI, i-USB |
| Uhlobo Lwebhethri | I-Lithium ion |
| Impilo Emaphakathi Yebhethri | 260 Izithombe |
| Isisindo sento | 0.48 Amakhilogremu |
| Umbala | Mnyama |
| Isici Esikhethekile | I-GPS ehlanganisiwe |
Iwaranti kanye Nokusekela
Ulwazi Lwewaranti
Leica products are manufactured to the highest quality standards. For specific warranty terms and conditions applicable to your Leica V-LUX 30, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Leica webindawo. Gcina ubufakazi bakho bokuthenga izimangalo zewaranti.
Ukwesekwa Kwamakhasimende
For technical assistance, service, or inquiries regarding your Leica V-LUX 30, please contact Leica customer support. Contact details can typically be found on the official Leica webnoma kumadokhumenti anikezwe nekhamera yakho.





