Digiscoping.

Digiscoping.
Observe – and capture forever.
Discover the
secrets of nature ...
Contents
Digiscoping
Digiscoping kit
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Components
APO-Televid 65
APO-Televid 82
Eyepiece
Cameras and adapters
Tripods and tripod head
Technical data
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... and capture each spectacular moment forever. With
the digiscoping kit from Leica Sport Optics.
The idea behind digiscoping is essentially quite simple:
all you need is a spotting scope, a digital camera, an
adapter and a tripod – that’s all. Now you’re ready to
take stunning photographs of birds in brilliant detail.
And from a great distance, ensuring that birds and
animals remain completely undisturbed in their natural
habitat. Today’s bird watchers demand equipment that
meets the highest standards: it has to deliver excellent
optical performance and images of outstanding quality.
Furthermore, it has to be light-weight, compact and
robust.
This is where the digiscoping kit from Leica Sport Optics
truly excels. Leica is the only optics manufacturer in
the premium category to offer a comprehensive range
of high quality digiscoping equipment. Our high-quality
optical instruments are precision tools for nature
enthusiasts. At the same time, they’re reliable, loyal
companions for every outing.
We have a passion for giving bird watchers uniquely
intimate insights into the lives of birds, and it’s evident
in every one of our products. Experience a fascinating
new dimension of observation with Leica digiscoping
and make those magic moments last forever.
Your Leica Sport Optics
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It’s a
fascinating
spectacle ...
... watching birds in their natural habitat. Around
the world, they entice bird enthusiasts out into nature,
often before first light. Their song, their beauty
and their grace continue to captivate us. And often
it’s only the slightest detail that differentiates one
species or sex from the other.
DIGISCOPING
You need to be able to perceive these fine details,
to carefully evaluate and document them. To make this
possible, we have developed high-quality products
with brilliant optical performance, precise mechanics
and perfect construction. We aim to bring you closer
than ever before, to surpass the limits of the human
eye. Always with the greatest respect for nature
and animals.
The perfect combination.
Our digiscoping kit.
Digital camera
Adapter
How often have you wished you could make time stand still for that one
magic moment? Now, thanks to the comprehensive Leica digiscoping system,
you can capture the magic of nature and bring it home with you, and enjoy
it in spectacular detail whenever you wish. Our digiscoping kit is the perfect
combination of observation and photography.
As you know, birds often don’t stay in one place for long. So there’s not much
time to get yourself into the optimal position. That’s why it’s so important to have
a kit that fits together quickly and effortlessly. Leica is the only manufacturer
worldwide to offer a complete digiscoping kit from one brand. You can be
confident that all the individual components have been designed to work in
perfect harmony, optically and mechanically. They’re supremely easy to use
and the results are unsurpassed.
Eyepiece
Spotting scope
Tripod head
Make your observations unforgettable. In extraordinary quality and with
incomparable brilliance.
Tripod
The benefits at a glance
comprehensive system from one brand
all components are 100 % optically and
mechanically compatible
extremely easy to use
unsurpassed images
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COMPONENTS
It is early in the morning ...
... the air is crystal clear, the wind is still. Her iridescent plumage glows in a fabulous array of blue and
turquoise tones. She feels unobserved. Now, without disturbing her, you have to put the scope into position
quickly and focus it exactly. At the very moment at which she lifts her wriggling prey from the water, you
press the shutter release.
The common kingfisher, Germany’s Bird of the Year 2009, is an object of fascination for bird watchers
everywhere. Its remarkable beauty draws us into the natural world. Our goal is to create high-precision
optical devices so that you can achieve first-class digiscoping results. Customise your kit according to
your individual needs: simply choose one of our high-performance spotting scopes, a suitable digital
camera, an adapter that connects the two, a tripod and a tripod head – and you can make breath-taking
moments like these yours forever.
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APO-Televid 65.
Handy and compact.
Thanks to its compact format, the APO-Televid 65 is the perfect companion
for long treks and demanding trips. Small in size but big in performance,
this impressive spotting scope fits comfortably in your hand, measuring just
30 cm in length and weighing a mere 1,115 grams.
LEICA APO-TELEVID 65
The full rubber protective armouring of the magnesium housing makes
the scope extremely robust, absorbing shocks effectively and guaranteeing
silent viewing.
Furthermore, the APO-Televid 65 is equipped with innovative fluoride
glass lenses, which deliver outstanding colour fidelity, clarity and contrast,
particularly in daylight observation. The proven Leica dual focus system with
microfocusing enables exceptionally fast and absolutely precise focusing.
In combination with the other components of the Leica digiscoping kit,
the APO-Televid lets you enjoy more intense, unforgettable image results –
from close range as well as from a great distance.
LEICA APO-TELEVID 65 W
The benefits at a glance
innovative new fluoride glass lenses for
excellent colour fidelity and maximum contrast
straight and angled viewing options
extremely easy to use and compact
shortest focal length in its class (only 2.9 m)
with water and dust repellent AquaDura™ coating
rubber-armoured magnesium housing ensures
noise-free observation
highly robust, ideal for long tours
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APO-Televid 82.
Imaging that sets
the benchmark.
The APO-Televid 82 is a spotting scope that sets the benchmark for professional
digiscoping. It delivers fascinating insights into the private worlds of birds and
wildlife, revealing superb detail in sharp clarity.
LEICA APO -TELEVID 82
The prize-winning optical performance of this spotting scope is evident in the
completely natural and brilliant images it delivers and its unusually wide field of
view. The fluoride glass lenses guarantee maximum colour fidelity and contrast.
Thanks to the larger front lens diameter, the APO-Televid 82 offers extremely high
resolution and at the same time an even greater light yield. Even in poor weather
and low light conditions, you can enjoy outstanding images.
With its robust and compact format, supreme ease of use and attractive design,
this spotting scope sets new standards in the field of digiscoping.
LEICA APO-TELEVID 82 W
The benefits at a glance
innovative new fluoride glass lenses for ideal colour
fidelity and contrast
straight and angled viewing options
excellent light yield for brilliant images even in low light
high resolution capacity thanks to larger lens diameter
very short focal length (only 3.8 m)
water and dust repellent AquaDura™ coating
rubber-armoured magnesium housing ensures
noise-free observation
exceptionally robust and built to last
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Eyepiece.
Perfect image quality across
the entire zoom range.
With the variable wide-angle eyepiece 25 x–50 x WW ASPH., every detail
of the creature you’re observing is revealed in stunning clarity – and you have
a wide view of the surrounding area. Across the entire zoom range, there’s
no loss of image quality. And all with a subjective field of vision of 57° at
25 x zoom, and 74° at 50 x zoom.
The eyepiece fixes quickly and securely to the scope, thanks to the newly
developed interchangeable bayonet system, which features an integrated
automatic eyepiece lock. Furthermore, the eyepiece has rubberised function
elements and a comfortable rotating eyecup, which significantly increase
comfort when viewing. Even when wearing gloves, you’ll find that the nonslip rubber coating makes the eyepiece extremely easy to use.
LEICA EYEPIECE 25 x–50 x WW ASPH.
The benefits at a glance
25 x to 50 x zoom
field of view at 1,000 m: 41 m (25 x) to 28 m (50 x)
no blackout-effect (shadows over the image
with slight movement of the head)
waterproof to 5 m – alone and in combination
with the spotting scope
nitrogen filled to prevent fogging
comfortable rotating rubberised eyecup with detent
available individually or as part of a set with an
APO-Televid spotting scope
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Cameras and adapters.
For unforgettable moments.
Around the globe, Leica is the only premium brand to offer all the components
needed for a complete digiscoping kit. Each high-quality component connects
with the others with absolute precision. Included in our digiscoping range are
our digital cameras: the Leica X1, the Leica D-Lux 5 and the Leica V-Lux 20, plus
their respective adapters. Photograph magical moments in life – and with image
quality that will never cease to impress you.
LEICA X1 with DIGISCOPING ADAPTER
The essential details
professional, large-format image sensor
for brilliant photographs
compact size, outstanding image quality
easy to use and extensive automatic functions
adapter guarantees a secure and precise
connection, effortlessly
All cameras fulfil the complete range of requirements for professional digiscoping
and offer unmistakable Leica quality. They are characterised by their outstanding
build and exceptional ease of use. And best of all: they all deliver superb image quality.
LEICA D-LUX 5 with DIGISCOPING ADAPTER
The digiscoping adapters and Leica Digital Adapter 3 enable the 25 x–50 x WW ASPH.
eyepiece on the spotting scope to connect securely to the digital camera.
The essential details
high-speed Leica Summicron lens for excellent
image quality
compact and powerful yet intuitively easy to use
manual setting options and range of accessories for
more creative freedom
small, light adapter ensures a perfect
eyepiece connection
Leica camera
high-performance and digital
convenient and compact
intuitive ease of use
solidly constructed
large display
timeless elegance
Leica adapter
precisely engineered to
connect scope and camera
small and light
for a secure, accurate connection
extremely easy to use
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LEICA V-LUX 20 with DIGITAL ADAPTER 3
The essential details
high-performance 12 x zoom lens
with enormous focal length
flexible switching between automatic
and manual settings
integrated GPS function
secure connection to scope eyepiece thanks
to innovative ring locking mechanism
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Tripods and tripod head.
For stable images.
Complete your Leica digiscoping kit with the Leica Trica 1 or Trima 1 tripod.
Both ensure a stable base and eliminate camera movement when photographing.
The difference between the two tripods lies in their respective sizes and their
material. The compact magnesium tripod, the Trima 1, is ideal for travel and
long treks. The Trica 1 is made of light-weight, high-strength carbon fibre and is
15 cm higher than the Trima 1, although it weighs just 190 g more. Both tripods
can be set up and packed away quickly and easily.
LEICA TRIMA 1 with DH 1
The essential details
dimensions: tripod height max. 160 cm,
min. 37 cm, transport length 69 cm
weight: 1.92 kg
can be purchased only in
combination with the DH 1
The Leica DH 1 tripod head ensures a robust fixing between the spotting
scope and the camera. Optimised for digiscoping, it is characterised by its
flexible movement in all directions. For a more even distribution of the weight
of the scope assembly on the tripod head, you may wish to add the Leica
Balance Plate.
LEICA TRIPOD HEAD DH 1
the fluid head can be fixed horizontally
and vertically by rotating two adjustment wheels
head can be tilted from +90° to -90, max. load 4 kg
adjustable friction controls allow for hands-free
operation: scope and camera remain in position
even after you let go
extra-long swinging arm lets you move the
digiscoping rig precisely and without vibration
weight: 570 g
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LEICA TRICA 1 with DH 1
The essential details
dimensions: tripod height max. 175 cm,
min. 38 cm, transport length 70 cm
weight: 2.1 kg
can be purchased only in combination
with the DH 1
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Technical Data.
Comprehensive Leica
digiscoping system.
Leica X1
Leica D-Lux 5
Order no.
18 420
18 150 (E version), 18 151 (U version), 18 152 (TK version)
Lens
Leica Elmarit 1:2.8/24 ASPH. 8 elements in 6 groups,
1 aspherical lens
Leica DC Vario-Summicron 5.1–19.2 mm f/2–3.3 ASPH.
(Wideangle f2–f8/Telephoto f3.3–f8 )/corresponds to
24–90 mm, 35 mm equivalent focal length
Focal distance
F=24 mm (35 mm, equivalent: 36 mm).
5.1-19.2 mm (KB-equivalent: 24-90 mm)
Aperture
F2.8/F16.0 (1/3 EV steps)
Focusing area
normal: 60 cm to infinity, macro: 30 cm to infinity, manual focus:
30 cm to infinity
AF metering range
1-point, 1-point high speed, 11-point, 11-point high speed, spot,
face detection
Face detection, AF tracking, 23 field, 1 field (flexible/scalable)
1/1.63”-CCD with 11.3 MP (effective 10.1 MP)
Spotting scope
Leica APO-Televid 65
Leica APO-Televid 82
Order no.
Straight viewing
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40 119
Angled viewing (45°)
40 129
40 121
Package includes
lens and bayonet caps
lens and bayonet caps
Front lens diameter
65 mm
82 mm
Focal length
approx. 440 mm
approx. 440 mm
Close focus range
approx. 9.4 ft / 2.9 m
approx. 12.8 ft / 3.8 m
Image sensor
APS size CMOS sensor, total 12.9 MP, primary-colour filter
Exit pupil, twilight factor, and field of view
refer to eyepiece table
refer to eyepiece table
Camera effective pixels
12.2 MP
Focusing
internal focusing with dual focusing function
internal focusing with dual focusing function
Exposure
Lens coating
multicoating and AquaDura™ coating
multicoating and AquaDura™ coating
Program automatic, aperture priority automatic, shutter priority
automatic, manual
Prism system:
Straight viewing
Exposure metering
Intelligent multiple, centre-weighted, spot
Schmidt-Pechan prism system
Schmidt-Pechan prism system
Shutter speed
30 s to 1/2000 s
60 s –1/4000 s (Starry Sky mode: 15 s, 30 s, 60 s)
Angled viewing (45°)
Schmidt prism
Schmidt prism
Selftimer
2/12 s delay
2/10 s delay
Waterproofness
waterproof to 16.5 ft / 5 m
waterproof to 16.5 ft / 5 m
Aspect ratio
3:2
Body
die-cast magnesium, nitrogen-filled
die-cast magnesium, nitrogen-filled
Image quality
Eyepiece attachment
quick-release bayonet
quick-release bayonet
JPEG Super Fine, JPEG Fine, DNG + JPEG Super Fine,
DNG + JPEG Fine
Tripod mount
1 ⁄4”, rotating, with locking screw
1 ⁄4”, rotating, with locking screw
Burst shooting mode
3 fps, 2fps, max. 6 pictures in JPEG Fine + RAW
Lens shade
retractable, with sighting aid
retractable, with sighting aid
Video
Front lens filter thread
E67
E82
Flash
Dimensions (L x H x D) Straight viewing
11.8 x 4.3 x 3.3 in / 288 x108 x 83 mm
12.3 x 4.3 x 4.0 in / 313 x108 x101 mm
Angled viewing (45°)
11.9 x 4.3 x 3.3 in / 302 x108 x 83 mm
12.9 x 4.3 x 4.0 in / 328 x108 x101 mm
Auto, auto/red-eye reduction, forced on, forced on/red-eye,
slow sync, slow sync./red-eye reduction, studio
1.-/2.- curtain
Weight (without eyepiece):
Straight viewing
Hot shoe
Compatible with Leica SF 24D, Leica SF 58
approx. 39.4 oz /1,115 g
approx. 53.7 oz /1,520 g
LCD monitor
Angled viewing (45°)
approx. 39.2 oz /1,110 g
approx. 52.6 oz /1,490 g
2.7’’ monitor (colour TFT LCD) with 230,000 pixels,
Field of view: 100 %
3.0” monitor (colour TFT LCD), approx. 460,000 pixels, Field of view:
approx. 100 %, automatic brightness adjustment
Accessories (order no. refer to Pages 94–95 in the
comprehensive catalogue)
Ever-ready cases
Ever-ready cases
Storage medium
Built-in memory (approx. 50 MB), SD memory card,
SDHC memory card
Built-in memory (approx. 40 MB), SD, SDHC, SDXC
Dimensions (W x D x H)
124 x 32 x 59.5 mm
110 x 66 x 43 mm
Weight
approx. 286 g (without battery)
approx. 270 g/9.5 oz (with memory card and battery)
Included in the box
Battery, charger, charger plug (C2, A2, BF), battery case, carrying
strap, USB cable, lens cap, instruction booklet, Adobe® Photoshop®
Lightroom® (available as a free online download after registration)
Camera with lens cap, Battery charger (Leica BC-DC 10), Battery
(Leica BP-DC 10), Carrying strap, AV cable, USB cable, CD with full
instructions (PDF), Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® 3
Camera
Leica V-Lux 20
Order No.
18 390 (E version)/18 391 (U version)
Lens
Leica DC-Vario-Elmar 4.1–49.2 mm f/3.3–4.9 ASPH. (corresponds to 25–300 mm, 35 equivalent focal length)
11 elements in 8 groups (3 aspherical surfaces)
Program mode (P), Aperture priority (A), Speed priority (S), Manual
setting (M), Snapshot
AVCHD Lite/Motion JPEG
Auto, Auto with pre-flash (to reduce red-eye effect),
Auto with slower shutter speeds and pre-flash, On,
On with pre-flash, Off
Tripods
Leica Trima 1
Leica Trica 1
Eyepieces
Leica 25 x – 50 x WW ASPH. eyepiece
Order no.
42 224
42 223
Order no.
41 021
Description
magnesium tripod
carbon-fibre tripod
Package includes
eyepiece case, bayonet cap, and eyepiece cap
Max. tripod extension
63 in /160 cm
68.9 in /175 cm
Max. extension
with DH 1
Field of view,
objective at 1,000 yds/m
123 ft / 41 m (25 x) to 84 ft / 28 m (50 x)
66.3 in /168.5 cm
73.0 in /185.5 cm
Subjective angle of view
57° (25 x) to 74° (50 x)
Min. tripod height
14.6 in / 37 cm
15.0 in / 38 cm
Focal length
17.9 – 9 mm (17.9 +/– 0.15 to 9 +/– 0.1)
Collapsed length
27.2 in / 69 cm
27.6 in / 70 cm
Max. external diameter
2.3 in / 59.5 mm
Weight
approx. 4.2 lb /1.92 kg
approx. 4.6 lb / 2.1 kg
Overall length
4.1 in /105 mm, without bayonet 3.4 in / 87 mm
Zoom optical
12 x
Package includes
Leica DH1
Leica DH1
Weight
approx. 15.3 oz / 435 g
Focusing
Modes
Normal/Macro, Macro Zoom, Pre-focusing (On/Off), Continuous focusing (On/Off), AF-tracking
Metering modes
Face detection/AF tracking/11 field/1 field high speed/1 field/Spot
Tripod head
Leica DH 1
Sensor
1/2.33” CCD with 14.5 MP (effective: 12.1 MP)
Description
compact, lightweight, low-profile fluid head
in Soulid 238, fluid damping, quick-change plate
with 1/4” screw mount
Movies
4:3 format VGA: 640 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG); QVGA: 320 x 240 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG)
16:9 format WVGA: 848 x 480 pixels, 30 fps (Motion JPEG); HD recording: 1280 x 720 pixels 60 fps (QuickTime Motion JPEG)
Exposure modes
Program mode (P), Aperture priority (A), Speed priority (S), Manual setting (M)/Snapshot/Custom/Scene/Movie/Clipboard
Rotation
360 degrees
Metering modes
Multi-field/Centre-weighted/Spot
Tilt range
+90 to -90 degrees
White balance
Auto/Daylight/Cloudy/Shadow/Tungsten/Manual setting
Weight
approx. 1.26 lb / 570 g
Selftimer
2/10 s delay
Height
3.3 in / 8.5 cm
Monitor
3.0” monitor (colour TFT LCD), approx. 460,800 pixels, Field of view: approx. 100 %, automatic brightness adjustment
GPS
Registration of geographical data: Latitude and longitude of the taken pictures, Display of Country/Region, State/Province/County, City/
Town, Landmark; Reception frequency: 1575.42 MHz (C/A code), Geographical coordinate system: WGS84
Memory cards
SD/SDHC/SDXC
Dimensions (W x H x D)
103 x 62 x 33 mm / 4 1/16 x 2 7/16 x 1 9/32”
Weight
approx. 218 g (with Memory card and battery)
Included in the box
Camera, Battery charger (Leica BC-DC 7), Lithium-Ion Battery (Leica BP-DC 7), Battery case, Wrist strap, AV cable, USB cable,
Software DVD, CD with full instructions (PDF)
Maximum
loading weight
Adapter
Order no.
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Camera
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Leica X1
Digiscoping Adapter
Leica D-Lux 5
Digiscoping Adapter
Leica V-Lux 20
Digital Adapter 3
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42 332
42 304
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Leica Sport Optics.
Products in Perfection.
Compact binoculars
Light, compact and supremely functional – the Leica Ultravid 8 x 20 (pictured) and
the 10 x 25 compact binoculars. For the keen observer, these are ideal high-quality
binoculars to keep handy at all times. Setting the benchmark in this class, Leica
Ultravid compact binoculars are brighter, sharper, more compact, more functional
and more robust. Thanks to their compact size, they fit comfortably in any jacket
pocket. Germany’s leading product testing organisation, Stiftung Warentest, gave
them top marks for quality. Images are large and sharp right to the edge without
colour fringing. Both models are available in shock-absorbing black rubber coating
or in high quality black leather.
Ultravid HD 32
Our Ultravid models, the 8 x 32 HD and the 10 x 32 HD (pictured) represent the
perfect combination of low weight and big performance. On long, challenging tours
or treks, they are simply the ideal companion. Not only do they fit in your pocket,
they also sit comfortably in your hand, thanks to their ergonomic design. Focusing
is fast, easy and precise. The fluoride glass lenses ensure excellent colour fidelity
and maximum image contrast. Thanks to their short close-up distances, they are
ideas for observing insects, small birds and plants.
Ultravid HD 42
Do you want to be able to see birds in flight, and to enjoy outstanding optical
quality - even in poor light conditions? Then you should try our Ultravid 42
models: 7 x 42 HD, 8 x 42 HD (pictured) and 10 x 42 HD. These robust all-rounders
are ready for any challenge. The specially formed thumb supports on the underside
ensure the binoculars rest securely and stably in your hand. The HD optics deliver
excellent image brightness with consistent colour neutrality. The new focusing
device guarantees simple, safe focusing.
Monovid
Botanists and insect observers who appreciate the value of high-quality
equipment will be delighted by the performance of the Leica Monovid 8 x 20.
The close-up lens with macro-effect allows detailed observation of objects as
close as 25–30 cm. Thanks to its 8 x magnification, the observer can examine
even the finest of structures. The monocular weighs just 112 g, making it
tremendously versatile. And thanks to its elegant design, it’s the perfect
companion at the opera too.
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