LEICA M11 Monochrom Rangefinder Camera - Manual (Page 70)

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STILL IMAGE SETTINGS
FILE FORMAT
Choose the JPG format JPG or the standardized raw data format
DNG (= digital negative). Both can be used individually or simultane-
ously.
When creating JPGs, an initial processing occurs in the camera. Var-
ious parameters, including contrast, saturation, black level, or edge
sharpness are set automatically. The result is then compressed and
stored. The immediate result is an image that is optimized for various
uses and a quick preview. For post-processing, on the other hand,
DNG files are recommended.
DNG files contain all raw data as recorded by the camera sensor at
the time the photo is taken. Special software (e.g. Adobe ® Photo-
shop ® Lightroom ® or Capture One Pro ® ) will be needed to display
DNG format files or to work with this format. Post-processing will
allow exact adjustments of many parameters to your own expecta-
tions.
Factory setting:
DNG + JPG
▸ Select File Format in the main menu
▸ Select a format
( DNG , DNG + JPG , JPG )
Notes
• The standardized DNG format is used for the storage of raw image
data.
• When saving the image data as DNG and JPG at the same time,
the resolution used for the JPG file may depend on the DNG Reso-
lution setting.
• The DNG format always works with the resolution selected under
DNG Resolution , regardless of the JPG setting.
• The remaining number of shots shown in the LCD panel will not
necessarily change after every shooting. That very much depends
on the object; very fine image structures result in higher data
quantities, while homogeneous surfaces mean less data.