E
Digital Camera
EX-Z600
User’s Guide
Thank you for purchasing this CASIO
product.
• Before using it, be sure to read the
precautions contained in this User’s Guide.
• Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for
future reference.
• For the most up-to-date information about
this product, visit the official EXILIM
Website at http://www.exilim.com/.
K809FCM1DMX
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
INTRODUCTION
Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 26
Contents
REC Mode
26
28
30
PLAY Mode
Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen
2
INTRODUCTION
Attaching the Strap .................................................... 31
Power Requirements .................................................. 32
Unpacking .................................................................... 2
Features ....................................................................... 9
Precautions ................................................................ 12
Loading the Rechargeable Battery
To charge the battery
To replace the battery
Power Supply Precautions
Turning the Camera On and Off
Configuring Power Saving Settings
32
33
38
38
42
43
18 QUICK START GUIDE
Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 45
Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 47
First, charge the battery!............................................ 18
To configure display language and clock settings ..... 19
To record an image .................................................... 20
To view a recorded image .......................................... 21
To delete an image..................................................... 21
To configure display language and clock settings
48
51 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Recording an Image ................................................... 51
Aiming the Camera
Recording an Image
51
52
22 GETTING READY
Using Zoom ................................................................ 58
About This Manual ..................................................... 22
General Guide ............................................................ 23
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
58
60
Camera
23
25
Using the Flash .......................................................... 62
USB Cradle
Flash Unit Status
Changing the Flash Intensity Setting
Using Flash Assist
64
65
65
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
3
INTRODUCTION
Using the Self-timer ................................................... 67
Specifying Image Size ............................................... 70
Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 71
Recording Images of Business Cards and
Documents (Business Shot) ...................................... 95
Before recording with Business Shot
To use Business Shot
96
96
Restoring an Old Photograph .................................... 97
Before trying to restore an old photograph
To restore an old photograph
97
98
73 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 73
Recording a Movie ................................................... 100
Using Auto Focus
74
77
78
78
79
80
Specifying Movie Image Quality
Recording a Movie
101
102
Using the Macro Mode
Using Pan Focus
Using the Infinity Mode
Using Manual Focus
Using Focus Lock
Recording Audio ....................................................... 104
Adding Audio to a Snapshot
Recording Your Voice
104
105
Using the Histogram................................................. 107
REC Mode Camera Settings ................................... 110
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 81
Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 83
Assigning Functions to the [̇] and [̈] Keys
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off
Turning Image Review On and Off
Using Icon Help
110
111
112
112
113
115
116
118
118
119
119
120
Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually
84
Using Continuous Shutter .......................................... 86
Normal-speed continuous shutter
High-speed continuous shutter
Flash continuous shutter
87
87
87
Specifying Power On Default Settings
Specifying ISO Sensitivity
Selecting the Metering Mode
Using the Filter Function
Using the BEST SHOT Mode .................................... 88
Displaying Sample Scenes Individually
Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup
To delete a BEST SHOT user setup
90
91
92
Specifying Outline Sharpness
Specifying Color Saturation
Specifying Contrast
Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject
Resetting the Camera
Movement ................................................................... 93
Shooting with High Sensitivity ................................... 94
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
4
INTRODUCTION
121 PLAYBACK
149 DELETING FILES
Basic Playback Operation ........................................ 121
Deleting a Single File ............................................... 149
Deleting All Files ...................................................... 150
Playing an Audio Snapshot
122
Zooming the Display Image ..................................... 123
Resizing an Image ................................................... 124
Cropping an Image................................................... 125
Keystone Correction ................................................. 127
151 FILE MANAGEMENT
Folders...................................................................... 151
Memory Folders and Files
151
Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color
of an Old Photograph ............................................... 128
Protecting Files ........................................................ 152
To protect a single file
To protect all files in memory
152
153
Playing and Editing a Movie..................................... 130
Playing a Movie
Editing a Movie
130
131
Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 153
To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder
To display a file in the FAVORITE folder
To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder
To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder
153
155
156
156
Capturing a Still Image from a Movie
(MOTION PRINT)
135
Displaying the 9-image View .................................... 136
Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 137
Playing a Slideshow ................................................. 138
Using the Photo Stand Feature
141
Rotating the Display Image...................................... 142
Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 143
To re-record audio
144
Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....................... 145
Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen ........... 146
Selecting the Video Output System
148
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
5
INTRODUCTION
157 OTHER SETTINGS
169 USING A MEMORY CARD
Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 157
Using a Memory Card .............................................. 170
To configure sound settings
157
157
To insert a memory card into the camera
To replace the memory card
Formatting a Memory Card
170
171
172
To set the confirmation tone volume level
To set the audio volume level for movie and audio
snapshot playback
158
Copying Files............................................................ 173
To copy all the files in built-in memory
Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 158
to a memory card
174
Specifying the File Name Serial Number
Generation Method .................................................. 159
To copy a specific file from a memory card to
built-in memory
175
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 160
To select your Home Time zone
To set the current time and date
Changing the Date Format
160
161
161
176 PRINTING IMAGES
DPOF........................................................................ 177
Using World Time ..................................................... 162
To configure print settings for a single image
To configure print settings for all images
178
179
To display the World Time screen
To configure World Time settings
162
162
Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 180
Editing the Date and Time of an Image ................... 163
Changing the Display Language.............................. 164
Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen ..... 165
Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 166
Date Printing
184
PRINT Image Matching III ........................................... 185
Exif Print ................................................................... 185
Configuring [
] (REC) and [
] (PLAY)
Power On/Off Functions ........................................... 167
Formatting Built-in Memory...................................... 168
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
6
INTRODUCTION
186 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER
218 APPENDIX
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ......... 186
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer....... 194
Menu Reference ....................................................... 218
Indicator Lamp Reference........................................ 221
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 224
Using a Memory Card to Transfer Images to a
If you have problems installing the USB driver...
Display Messages
229
230
Computer.................................................................. 198
Memory Data............................................................ 199
Specifications ........................................................... 232
DCF Protocol
Memory Folder Structure
Image Files Supported by the Camera
199
200
201
203 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ........ 203
Selecting the Software You Need
Computer System Requirements
Managing Images on a PC
Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot
Playing a Movie
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)
User Registration
Exiting the Menu Application
203
205
206
209
211
212
212
212
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer....... 213
Selecting the Software You Need
Computer System Requirements
Managing Images on a Macintosh
Playing a Movie
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files)
To register as a camera user
213
214
215
216
216
217
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
7
INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT!
• Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc.
• The contents of this manual are subject to change
without notice.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from
the use of this manual.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties
which may arise due to the use or malfunction of the
EX-Z600.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held
liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or
any third party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or
Photohands.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss caused by
deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or
battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important
data on other media to protect against its loss.
• Note that the example screens and product
illustrations shown in this User’s Guide may differ
somewhat by the screens and configuration of the
actual camera.
•
MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon
Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the
MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).
• Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks
or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the
United States and/or other countries.
• Other company, product and service names used
herein may also be trademarks or service marks of
others.
• Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated
above, all copyrights and other related rights to these
applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.
• The SD logo is a registered trademark.
• Windows, Internet Explorer, Windows Media, and
DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
8
INTRODUCTION
I LCD Panel
Features
The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD
manufacturing technology that provides a pixel yield of
99.99%. This means that less than 0.01% of the total pixels
are defective (they do not turn on or always remain turned
on).
• 6.0 million effective pixels
The CCD provides 6.18 million total pixels for images of
outstanding resolution and detail.
• 2.7-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen
• 8.3MB built-in memory
Images can be recorded without using a memory card.
I Copyright Restrictions
Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment,
unauthorized copying of snapshot files, movie files, and
audio files violates copyright laws and international
contracts.
Distribution to third parties of such files over the Internet
without permission of the copyright holder, whether for
profit or for free, violates copyright laws and international
contracts.
• Bundled with a USB Cradle
The bundled USB cradle can be used to charge the
camera’s battery (page 33), to view images on a TV
screen (page 146), and to transfer images to a computer
(page 186). A Photo Stand feature lets you view images
while the camera is on the cradle (page 141).
• REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 42)
Press [
] (REC) or [
] (PLAY) to turn on the camera
and enter the mode you want to use.
• AF assist light (page 55)
Improves auto focus accuracy when shooting under dim
lighting.
• 12X zoom (page 58)
3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom
• Flash Assist (page 65)
This feature compensates when flash intensity is not
strong enough, so images are better illuminated.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
9
INTRODUCTION
• Triple Self-timer (page 67)
The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times,
automatically.
• BEST SHOT (page 88)
Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of
image you are trying to record and the camera performs
troublesome setups automatically for beautiful images
every time. New BEST SHOT sample scenes include
setups for High Sensitivity and Anti Shake. A [BS] (BEST
SHOT) button provides direct access to BEST SHOT
sample scenes.
• Auto Macro (page 74)
Auto Macro automatically switches to the macro mode
when the distance between the camera and subject it
shorter than the Auto Focus range.
• Quick Shutter (page 75)
• Business Shot (page 95)
When you press the shutter button all the way down
without pausing, the camera immediately records the
image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed.
This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you
wait for the camera to Auto Focus.
Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes
when recording the image of a business card, document,
whiteboard, or similar subjects from an angle.
• Restoring an Old Photograph (page 97)
You can use the procedure in this section to restore an
old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern
digital camera technology.
• Auto Focus Area Selection (page 76)
When “
Multi” is selected for the Auto Focus area, the
camera takes simultaneous meter readings at nine
different points and automatically selects the best one.
• Movie recording with audio (page 100)
VGA size, 30 fps, Motion JPEG format
• Three continuous shutter modes (page 86)
In addition to normal-speed continuous shutter, you can
also select high-speed continuous shutter or flash
continuous shutter.
• Audio Snapshot mode (page 104)
Use this mode to record snapshots that also include
audio.
• Voice Recording (page 105)
Quick and easy recording of voice input.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
10
INTRODUCTION
• Real-time RGB histogram (page 107)
An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you
view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes
shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than
ever before.
• Support for SD memory cards and MMC (MultiMedia
Cards) for memory expansion (page 169)
• Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 177)
Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want
using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used
when specifying images and quantities for printing by
professional print services.
• Keystone Correction (page 127)
A simple operation corrects for keystoning, which occurs
when you record the image of a blackboard or poster from
an angle.
• PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT support
(page 180)
• Color Correction (page 128)
Simply record the image of an old photograph to restore
its colors.
Connect directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT
compatible printer and you can print images without going
through a computer.
• MOTION PRINT (page 135)
Capture frames from a movie and create still images that
are suitable for printing.
• PRINT Image Matching III Compatible (page 185)
III
data (mode
Images include PRINT Image Matching
setting and other camera setup information). A printer that
III
supports PRINT Image Matching
reads this data and
• Calendar screen (page 137)
adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images
come out just the way you intended when you recorded
them.
A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the
camera’s monitor screen. Each day of the full-month
calendar shows a thumbnail of the first file recorded for
that date, which helps to make searching for a particular
file quicker and easier.
• DCF Data Storage (page 199)
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage
protocol provides image compatibility between the digital
camera and printers.
• World Time (page 162)
A simple operation sets the current time for your current
location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time
zones.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
11
INTRODUCTION
• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands
(pages 206, 209, 215)
Precautions
Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the
popular application that automatically loads images from
your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands,
and application that makes image retouching quick and
easy.
I General Precautions
Be sure to observe the following important precautions
whenever using the EX-Z600.
All references in this manual to “camera” refer to the
CASIO EX-Z600 Digital Camera.
• Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while
operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so
creates the risk of serious accident.
• Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your
own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the
risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave
maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized
service center.
• Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out
of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally,
contact your physician immediately.
• Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating
a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the driver’s
vision and create the risk of accident.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
12
INTRODUCTION
• Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject’s
eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage
if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true
with young children. When using the flash, the camera
should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the
subject.
• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and
never let it get wet. Moisture creates the risk of fire and
electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the rain
or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom, etc.
• Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock.
• Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming
out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking
care you do not burn your fingers, remove the camera’s
battery and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the
power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center. Using the camera under these
conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock. After
making sure there is no more smoke coming from the
camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized service
center for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance.
• Never use the AC adaptor to power any other device
besides this camera. Never use any other AC adaptor
besides the one that comes with this camera.
• Never cover the AC adaptor with a quilt, blanket, or other
cover while it is in use, and do not use it near a heater.
• At least once a year, unplug the AC adaptor power cord
from the power outlet and clean the area around the
prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can
create the risk of fire.
• If the camera’s case should ever become cracked due to
dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment,
immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery
and/or unplug the AC adaptor power cord from the power
outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO
authorized service center.
• Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other
area where its use is prohibited. Doing so creates the risk
of accident.
• Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can
cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Always
keep backup copies of data by transferring them to
personal computer memory.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
13
INTRODUCTION
• Never open the battery cover, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the camera, or unplug the AC adaptor from the wall
socket while an image is being recorded. Doing so will not
only make storage of the current image impossible, it can
also corrupt other image data already stored in file
memory.
I Test for proper operation before using the
camera!
Before using the camera to record important images, make
sure you first record a number of test images and check the
results to ensure that the camera is configured correctly
and operating properly.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
14
INTRODUCTION
I Data Error Precautions
I Operating conditions
• Your digital camera is manufactured using precision
digital components. Any of the following creates the risk
of corruption of data in file memory.
• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.
— Removing the battery or memory card, or setting the
camera onto the USB cradle while the camera is
performing a record or memory access operation
— Removing the battery, removing the memory card, or
placing the camera onto the USB cradle while the
operation lamp is still flashing green after you turn off
the camera
— In areas subject to direct sunlight
— In areas subject to high humidity or dust
— Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject
to temperature extremes
— Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the
sun
— In areas subject to strong vibration
— Disconnecting the USB cable, removing the camera
from the USB cradle, or disconnecting the AC adaptor
from the USB cradle while a data communication
operation is being performed
— Low battery power
— Other abnormal operations
Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to
appear on the monitor screen (page 230). Follow the
instructions provided by the message to eliminate the
cause of the error.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
15
INTRODUCTION
I Condensation
I Power Supply
• When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or
otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature,
there is the possibility that condensation can form on the
exterior or on interior components. Condensation can
cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid
exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.
• To keep condensation from forming, place the camera
into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is
much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave
it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a
chance to reach the same temperature as the new
location. If condensation does form, remove the battery
from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a
few hours.
• Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion
battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of
battery is not supported.
• This camera does not have a separate battery for the
clock. The date and time will reset whenever the camera
is not supplied power by the battery and/or the USB
cradle for about 30 hours. Be sure to reconfigure these
settings after power is interrupted (page 160).
I Lens
• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of
the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause
malfunction.
• You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain
types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should
be straight. This is due to the characteristics of lens, and
does not indicate malfunction of the camera.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
16
INTRODUCTION
I Caring for your camera
I Other
• Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can
interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the
lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles
from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them
off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens
cloth.
• The camera may become slightly warm during use. This
does not indicate malfunction.
• Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the flash
can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid
touching the flash. If the flash becomes dirty, wipe it clean
with a soft, dry cloth.
• If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a
soft, dry cloth.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
17
QUICK START GUIDE
First, charge the battery!
1. Load the battery into the camera
(page 32).
2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle to charge the
battery (page 33).
• Note that the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the area where
you purchased the camera.
• It takes about 180 minutes to achieve a full charge.
1
1 Inlet Type
2
2
Stopper
[CHARGE] lamp
Charging: Lights red
1 Plug-in Type
Charging Complete: Lights green
3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
18
QUICK START GUIDE
To configure display language and clock settings
• Be sure to configure the following settings
before using the camera to record images.
See page 47 for details.
1. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select the language you
1
want.
3. Press [SET] to register the language setting.
4. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select the geographical area
you want, and then press [SET].
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the city you want, and then
press [SET].
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the summer time (DST) setting
you want, and then press [SET].
DISP
[̆]
[̇]
[̄]
7. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the date format setting you
SET
[̈]
want, and then press [SET].
[SET]
8. Set the date and the time.
9. Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the
setting screen.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
19
QUICK START GUIDE
To record an image
See page 51 for details.
Auto recording icon
1. Press [ ] (REC).
• This enters the REC (recording) mode.
2
2. Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor
screen to compose the image, and then press
the shutter button half way.
3
1
• When the camera finishes its Auto Focus operation, the
focus frame will turn green and the operation lamp lights
green.
Focus frame
3. Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter
button all the way down.
Operation lamp
Before using a commercially available memory
card, be sure to first format it using the camera’s
formatting procedure. For details about formatting
a memory card, see page 172.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
20
QUICK START GUIDE
To view a recorded image
To delete an image
See page 121 for details.
See page 149 for details.
1
1
2, 3, 4, 5
2
1. Press [ ] (PLAY).
1. Press [ ] (PLAY).
2. Press [̄] ( ).
• This enters the PLAY (playback) mode.
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to scroll through the
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to display the image you want to
images.
delete.
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Delete”.
• To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything,
select “Cancel”.
5. Press [SET] to delete the image.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
21
GETTING READY
This section contains information about things you need to
know about and do before trying to use the camera.
This term as used in this
manual:
Means this:
“digital noise”
Tiny flecks or “snow” in a
recorded image or on the
monitor screen, which makes
the image look grainy.
About This Manual
This section contains information about the conventions
used in this manual.
I Button Operations
Button operations are indicated by the button name inside
of brackets ([ ]).
I Terminology
The following table defines the terminology used in this
manual.
I On-screen Text
On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation
marks (“ ”).
This term as used in this
Means this:
manual:
“camera”
The CASIO EX-Z600 Digital
Camera
I Supplementary Information
“file memory”
The location where the
camera is currently storing
images you record (page 52)
•
IMPORTANT!
indicates very important
information you need to know in order to use the camera
correctly.
NOTE
operating the camera.
“battery”
“charger”
The NP-40 Rechargeable
Lithium Ion Battery
•
indicates information that is useful when
The optionally available CASIO
BC-30L charger
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
22
GETTING READY
I File Memory
General Guide
The term “file memory” in this manual is a general term that
refers to the location where your camera is currently storing
the images you record. File memory can be any one of the
following three locations.
The following illustrations show the names of each
component, button, and switch on the camera.
Camera
• The camera’s built-in memory
• An SD memory card loaded in the camera
• A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera
I Front
For more information about how the camera stores images,
see page 199.
2
3
4
5
1
1 Zoom controller
2 Shutter button
3 Power button
7
6
4 Microphone
5 AF assist light/
self-timer lamp
6 Lens
7 Flash
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
23
GETTING READY
I Back
I Bottom
G Stopper
8
9
0
H Memory card slot
I Battery compartment
J Battery cover
K Tripod screw hole
* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
L Connector
A
B
DISP
M Speaker
[̆]
[̇]
[̄]
G
SET
[̈]
C
F
[SET]
E
D
8 Operation lamp
9 [ ] (PLAY mode) button
0 [ ] (REC mode) button
A [BS] (BEST SHOT) button
B Strap ring
C [̆][̄][̇][̈]
D [SET] button
E [MENU] button
F Monitor Screen
M LK J I
H
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
24
GETTING READY
I Front
USB Cradle
Simply placing your CASIO digital camera onto the USB
cradle lets you perform the following tasks.
1 Camera connector
2 [USB] lamp
3 [USB] button
4 [PHOTO] button
5 [CHARGE] lamp
1
• Battery charging (page 33)
• Viewing of images using the Photo Stand slideshow
feature (page 141).
• TV connectability for viewing of images on a television
screen (page 146).
• Direct connection to a printer for printing (page 180)
• Automatic transfer of images to a computer (page 186)
5
4
3
2
IMPORTANT!
• Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the
camera. Other USB cradles are not supported.
I Back
6 [DC IN 5.3V]
(AC adaptor connector)
7 [AV OUT]
(AV output port)
8 [ ] (USB port)
8
7
6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
25
GETTING READY
Monitor Screen Contents
The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status.
• Note that the example screens in this chapter are for illustrative purposes only. They do not exactly match the screen
contents actually produced on the camera.
REC Mode
I Screen Indicators
•
When you select Auto Focus
with Key Customize (page
1 Flash mode indicator
(page 62)
4 Continuous Shutter
mode (page 86)
None Single shot
110),
appears only
1234567 8 9
briefly, and then disappears
from the display.
Auto Flash
Normal-speed
Flash Off
Continuous Shutter
3 White balance indicator
Flash On
0
High-speed
Continuous Shutter
I
H
(page 83)
Soft Flash
Red-eye reduction
Flash Continuous
Shutter
Auto
AWB
A
B
C
D
•
•
appears momentarily
when you select Auto Flash
as the flash mode, and then
disappears.
If the camera detects that
flash is required while auto
flash is selected, the flash on
indicator will appear when the
shutter button is pressed half
way.
G
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
5 Self-timer (page 67)
None 1-Image
Day White
Daylight
Self-timer 10 sec
10
s
F
E
Self-timer 2 sec
Triple self-timer
2
s
Tungsten
Manual
x3
2 Focus mode indicator
(page 73)
Auto Focus
6 Recording types
•
When you select Auto with
Key Customize (page 110),
Auto recording
BEST SHOT
Movie
appears only briefly,
AWB
and then disappears from the
display.
Macro
Pan Focus
Voice Recording
Infinity
Manual Focus
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
26
GETTING READY
7 Metering mode indicator A ISO sensitivity
NOTE
(page 115)
(page 116)
None Multi
• An out of range aperture, shutter speed, or ISO
sensitivity setting causes the corresponding monitor
screen value to turn amber.
• Changing the setting of any one of the following
functions will cause Icon Help (page 112) text to
appear on the monitor screen. You can turn off Icon
Help if you want.
B Aperture value (page 54)
Center Weighted
C Shutter speed value
Spot
(page 54)
8 • Snapshots: Image size
D Date and time
(page 70)
(page 160)
9 • Snapshots: Memory capacity
(pages 54, 232)
Flash mode, Focus mode, White balance, Self-timer,
Recording type, EV shift
E EV value (page 81)
• Movies:
Remaining recording time
(page 102)
F Battery capacity
(page 37)
0 • Snapshots: Image quality
(page 71)
G Histogram (page 107)
F : Fine
N : Normal
E : Economy
• Movies: Image quality
H Anti Shake indicator
(page 93)
(page 101)
I Focus frame
HQ
NORMAL : Normal
LP : Long Play
: High Quality
(page 53)
•
•
Focusing complete: Green
Focusing failed: Red
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
27
GETTING READY
PLAY Mode
J
12
3
4
F
E
5
6
7
8
9
K
D
C
B A 0
J Digital zoom indicator (page 60)
K Zoom indicator (page 60)
1 PLAY mode file type
Snapshot
3 Folder name/File name
(page 151)
Example : When a file named
CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder
named 100CASIO
Movie
•
•
Left side indicates optical zoom.
Right side indicates digital zoom.
Audio Snapshot
Voice Recording
100-0023
Folder name File name
2 Image protection
indicator (page 152)
4 • Snapshots: Image quality
(page 71)
F : Fine
N : Normal
E : Economy
• Movies: Recording time (page 102)
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
28
GETTING READY
5 • Snapshots: Image Size
A White balance indicator
IMPORTANT!
(page 70)
(page 83)
• Some information may not display properly if you
display an image that was recorded using a different
digital camera model.
• Movies: Image quality
(page 101)
Auto
AWB
HQ
NORMAL : Normal
LP : Long Play
: High Quality
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
6 ISO sensitivity (page 115)
Day White
Daylight
7 Aperture value
(page 54)
Tungsten
Manual
8 Shutter speed value
(page 54)
B Flash mode indicator
(page 62)
9 Date and time
(page 160)
Flash On
0 Metering mode indicator
Flash Off
(page 116)
Soft Flash
Multi
Red-eye reduction
Center Weighted
Spot
C Recording types
Auto recording
BEST SHOT
D Battery capacity
(page 37)
E Histogram (page 107)
F EV value (page 81)
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
29
GETTING READY
I PLAY Mode
Changing the Contents of the Monitor
Screen
Each press of [̆] (DISP) changes the contents of the
monitor screen as shown below.
I REC Mode
Indicators on
Histogram/Details on
Indicators on
Histogram on
Indicators off
Indicators off
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
30
GETTING READY
IMPORTANT!
Attaching the Strap
• Pressing [̆] (DISP) will not change monitor screen
contents during standby or recording of an audio
snapshot.
Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the
illustration.
• You can use [̆] (DISP) to turn off the monitor screen
only when voice recording in the REC mode. You
cannot turn off the monitor screen for any other
recording function.
Strap ring
• Pressing [̆] (DISP) in the Voice Recording REC
mode toggles the monitor screen on (“indicators on”)
and off. While a Voice Recording file is displayed in
the PLAY mode, pressing [̆] (DISP) toggles
between “indicators on” and “indicators off”.
• When playing back the content of a Voice Recording
file while “indicators off” is selected (Voice Recording
file icon only on the monitor screen), the monitor
screen will go black about two seconds after you
press [SET] to start playback. The Voice Recording
file icon (indicators off) will reappear after playback is
complete.
IMPORTANT!
• Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when
using the camera to protect against accidentally
dropping it.
• The supplied strap is intended for use with this
camera only. Do not use it for any other purpose.
• Never swing the camera around by the strap.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
31
GETTING READY
2. While pulling the stopper in the direction
indicated by the arrow in the illustration, align
the arrow mark on the battery with the arrow
mark on the camera and slide the battery into
the camera.
Power Requirements
Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion
battery (NP-40).
Loading the Rechargeable Battery
Stopper
1. Slide the battery cover in the direction
indicated by the arrow, and then swing it
open.
Arrow marks
Camera:
Battery:
NP-40
• Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that
the stopper securely locks the battery in place.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
32
GETTING READY
3. Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide
it in the direction indicated by the arrow.
To charge the battery
1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN
5.3V] connector of the USB cradle, and then
plug it in to a household power outlet.
• Note the shape of the AC adaptor depends on the
area where you purchased the camera.
USB Cradle
[DC IN 5.3V]
IMPORTANT!
• Use only the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion
battery to power this camera. Use of any other type
of battery is not supported.
AC Adaptor
The battery is not fully charged when you use the
camera for the first time after purchasing it. You need
to charge the battery before using the camera for the
first time.
AC power cord
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
33
GETTING READY
NOTE
NOTE
• The bundled AC adaptor is designed for operation
with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V
AC. Note, however, that the shape of the AC power
cord plug varies according to country or geographic
area. If you plan to use the AC adaptor in a
geographic area where the power receptacle shape
is different from that in your area, replace the AC
power cord with one of the other ones that comes
with the camera, or purchase a commercially
available AC power cord that is compatible with the
power outlets in that area.
• The AC adaptor is designed for operation on power
ranging from 100V AC to 240V AC. Note, however,
that the shape of the power cord plug varies
according to country or geographic area. It is up to
you to find out if the shape of the AC adaptor power
cord plug is compatible with local power outlets when
traveling abroad.
• Never use the AC adaptor with a voltage converter.
2. Turn off the camera.
• Never use the AC adaptor with a voltage converter.
3. With the camera
positioned with the
monitor screen
facing forward as
shown in the
illustration, place it
onto the USB cradle.
USB Cradle
AC Adaptor
• Do not place the camera
onto the USB cradle
while it is turned on.
[CHARGE] lamp
[DC IN 5.3V]
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
34
GETTING READY
• The [CHARGE] lamp on the USB cradle should turn
red, indicating that charging has started. When
charging is complete, the [CHARGE] lamp will turn
green.
IMPORTANT!
• Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the
camera or the optionally available charger (BC-30L)
to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion
battery. Never use any other charging device.
• Use only the bundled AC adaptor. Never use any
other type of AC adaptor. Do not use optionally
available AD-C30, AD-C40, AD-C620 and AD-C630
AC adaptors with this camera.
• It takes about 180 minutes to achieve a full charge.
Actual charging time depends on current battery
capacity and charging conditions.
4. After charging is complete, remove the
camera from the USB cradle.
• Make sure that the camera connector of the USB
cradle is securely inserted into the camera’s
connector as far as it will go.
• The [CHARGE] lamp may remain amber colored and
the charge operation may not start right away if you
try to charge immediately after using the camera
(which causes battery to become warm) or when it is
too hot or too cold where you are performing the
charge operation. If this happens, simply wait until
the battery reaches normal temperature. The
[CHARGE] lamp will turn red and charging will start
when the battery temperature returns to the
allowable charging temperature range.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
35
GETTING READY
• If the [CHARGE] lamp starts flashing red, it means
that an error occurs while charging. An error can be
caused by any of the following: a problem with the
USB cradle, a problem with the camera, or a problem
with the battery or how it is loaded. Remove the
camera from the USB cradle and see if it works
normally.
• The only operations that can be performed while the
camera is on the USB cradle are: battery charging,
Photo Stand, image output to a TV, and USB data
communication.
I If the camera does not work normally
This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is
loaded. Perform the following steps.
1. Remove the battery from the camera and
check the battery contacts for dirt. If the
contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry
cloth.
2. Check to make sure that the AC adaptor’s
power cord is connected securely to the
power outlet and USB cradle.
• If the same symptoms occur again when you place
the camera on the USB cradle after taking the above
steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
36
GETTING READY
I Low Battery Indicator
I Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer
The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on
the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The
indicator means that remaining battery power is low.
Note that you will not be able to record images while the
• If you do not need the flash while recording, select
(flash off) for the flash mode. See page 62 for more
information.
• Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page
43) to protect against wasting battery power when you
forget to turn off the camera.
battery indicator is
. Charge the battery immediately
whenever either of these indicators appears.
• Use the “0” monitor screen brightness setting to consume
less power (page 165).
Battery Level
Indicator
High
Low
IMPORTANT!
• Due to differences in the power requirements of each
mode, the battery indicator may show a lower level in
the PLAY mode than what it shows in the REC
mode. This is normal, and does not indicate
malfunction.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
37
GETTING READY
To replace the battery
Power Supply Precautions
Note the following precautions when handling or using the
battery and the optional charger.
1. Open the battery cover.
2. Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by
the arrow.
I Battery Handling Precautions
G SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before
using the battery for the first time.
• This will cause the battery to come part way out of
the slot.
NOTE
Stopper
• The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO
NP-40 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery.
• Use only the USB cradle (CA-29) that comes with the
camera or the optionally available charger (BC-30L)
to charge the special NP-40 rechargeable lithium ion
battery. Never use any other charging device.
3. Release the stopper and pull the battery from
the camera.
• Take care so you do not drop the battery.
4. Load a new battery into the camera (page 32).
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
38
GETTING READY
• Failure to observe any of the following precautions
while using the battery creates the risk of overheating,
fire, and explosion.
— Never use any other type of charger except the
optional charger specified for the battery.
— Never try to use the battery to power any device
other than this camera.
• Should you ever notice any of the following conditions
while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately
remove it from the camera or charger, and keep it away
from open flame:
— Fluid leaking
— Emission of a strange odor
— Heat emission
— Never use or leave the battery near open flame.
— Never place the battery in a microwave oven, throw
it into fire, or otherwise expose it to intense heat.
— Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when you
load it into the camera or attach it to the optional
charger.
— Never carry or store the battery together with items
that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead,
etc.)
— Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in any
way, or expose it to strong impact.
— Do not immerse the battery in fresh water or salt
water.
— Battery discoloration
— Battery deformation
— Any other battery abnormality
• If the battery does not achieve full charge after the
normal charging time has passed, stop charging.
Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire,
and explosion.
• Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery
fluid get into your eyes accidentally, immediately rinse
them with clean tap water and then consult a physician.
• Be sure to read page 33 of this User’s Guide and the
instructions that come with the optional charger before
using or charging the battery.
— Do not use or leave the battery under direct
sunlight, in an automobile parked in the sun, or in
any other area subject to high temperatures.
• If the battery is to be used by young children, make
sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the
precautions and proper handling instructions and make
sure that they handle the battery correctly.
• Should fluid from the battery accidentally get onto
clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean
tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can
cause skin irritation.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
39
GETTING READY
G PRECAUTIONS DURING USE
G BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
• The battery is designed for use with this CASIO digital
camera only.
• Make sure you remove the battery from the camera
when you do not plan to use it for a long time. A battery
left in the camera discharges very small amounts of
power even when power is turned off, which can lead to
a dead battery or the need for longer charging before
the next use.
• Use only the USB cradle that comes with the camera or
the specified optional charger to charge the battery.
Never use any other type of charger for charging.
• Use of a battery in cold environments shortens the
operating time you can expect on a full charge. Charge
the battery in a location where the temperature is in the
range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). Charging outside
this temperature range can cause charging to take
longer than normal or even cause charging to fail.
• Very limited operation following a full charge indicates
that the battery has reached the end of its service life.
Replace the battery with a new one.
• Store the battery in a cool, dry place (20°C (68°F) or
lower).
G USING THE BATTERY
• See page 33 of this manual or the instructions that
come with the optional charger for information about
charging procedures and charging times.
• When transporting a battery, keep it either loaded in
the camera or stored in its case.
• Never wipe the battery with thinner, benzene, alcohol,
or other volatile agents or chemically treated rags.
Doing so can cause deformation of the battery and lead
to malfunction.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
40
GETTING READY
• Use the AC adaptor where it will not be
splashed with water. Water creates the risk of
fire and electric shock.
• Do not place a vase or any other container
filled with liquid on top of the AC adaptor.
Water creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.
I USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions
• Never use an electrical outlet whose voltage
is outside the rating marked on the AC
adaptor. Doing so can create the risk of fire or
electric shock. Use only the AC adaptor
bundled with this camera.
• Do not allow the AC adaptor cord to become
cut or damaged, do not place heavy objects
on it, and keep it away from heat. A damaged
power cord creates the risk of fire and electric
shock.
Caution!
• Make sure you always remove the camera from the USB
cradle before connecting or disconnecting the AC
adaptor.
• Charging, USB data communication, and using the Photo
Stand feature can cause the AC adaptor to become
warm. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.
• Unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet
whenever you are not using it.
• Never try to modify the AC adaptor cord, or
subject it to severe bending, twisting, or
pulling. Doing so creates the risk of fire and
Caution!
electric shock.
• Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands
are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric
shock.
• Never place a blanket or any other cover on the AC
adaptor. Doing so creates the risk of fire.
• Do not overload extension cords or wall
outlets. Doing so creates the risk of fire and
electric shock.
• Should the cord of the AC adaptor become
damaged (exposed internal wiring), contact
your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized
service center. A damaged AC adaptor cord
creates the risk of fire or electric shock.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
41
GETTING READY
NOTE
Turning the Camera On and Off
I To turn on the camera
• Pressing [
the REC mode, while pressing [
the PLAY mode.
] (REC) to turn on the camera enters
] (PLAY) enters
Press the power button, [
] (REC) or [
] (PLAY). The
• Pressing [
] (PLAY) while in the REC mode
operation lamp will light green momentarily, and then
power will turn on. The mode the camera enters depends
on which button you pressed to turn it on.
switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about
10 seconds after switching modes.
IMPORTANT!
To enter this mode at
Press this button to turn on the camera:
startup:
• If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power Off
feature, press the power button, [
(PLAY) to turn it back on again.
• Pressing the power button or [
] (REC) or [
]
REC
Power button or [
] (PLAY)
] (REC)
PLAY
[
] (REC) to turn on
the camera also causes the lens to extend. Take
Power button
Operation lamp
care to avoid any interference with the lens operation
or allowing anything to strike the lens when it is
extended.
ON/OFF
[
] (PLAY)
] (REC)
[
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
42
GETTING READY
I To turn off the camera
Press the power button to turn off the camera.
Configuring Power Saving Settings
You can configure the settings described below to
conserve battery power.
NOTE
Sleep
: Automatically turns off the monitor
screen if no operation is performed for a
specified amount of time in the REC
mode. Performing any button operation
causes the monitor screen to turn back
on.
• You can setup the camera so it does not turn on
when you press [
turn off when you press [
For details, see “Configuring [
] (REC) or [
] (PLAY), or to
] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY).
] (REC) and [
]
(PLAY) Power On/Off Functions” on page 167.
Auto Power Off : Turns off power if you do not perform
any operation for a specified amount of
time.
1. Turn on the camera.
2. Press [MENU].
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “Set Up” tab.
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the feature whose
setting you want to configure, and then press
[̈].
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
43
GETTING READY
G See “Using the On-screen Menus” (page 45) for
• The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled
information about how to use menus.
in the following cases.
— When the camera is connected to a computer or
To configure this feature:
Sleep
Select this setting:
Sleep
some other device through the USB cradle
— While a slideshow is in progress
— While playing back a voice recording file
— While a movie is being recorded
— While playing back a movie
Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the currently
selected setting, and then press [SET].
• Available Sleep settings are: “30 sec”, “1 min”, “2 min”,
and “Off”.
NOTE
• You also can conserve battery power by selecting “0”
for the monitor screen brightness setting (page 165).
• Available Auto Power Off settings are: “2 min” and
“5 min”.
• Note that the Sleep feature does not operate in the
PLAY mode.
• Pressing any button while the camera is in the Sleep
state immediately turns the monitor screen back on.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
44
GETTING READY
Selection cursor (indicates
the currently selected item)
2. Press [MENU].
Using the On-screen Menus
[MENU]
Tab
Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen
that you can use to perform various operations. The menu
that appears depends on whether you are in the REC
mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example
menu procedure in the REC mode.
MENU BS
DISP
[̆]
[̈]
[̇]
SET
[̄]
Power button
1. Press the power
button or [ ] (REC).
• If you want to enter the
PLAY mode instead,
ON/OFF
[SET]
Settings
press [
] (PLAY).
[
] [
]
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
45
GETTING READY
G Menu Screen Operations
3. Press [̇] or [̈] to select the tab you want,
and then press [SET] to move the selection
cursor from the tab to the settings.
When you want to do this:
Move between tabs
Do this:
Press [̇] and [̈].
Move from the tab to the
settings
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to
select the feature
whose setting you
want to configure,
and then press [̈].
Press [̄].
Move from the settings to
the tab
Press [̆].
Move between the settings
Press [̆] and [̄].
Display the options
available for a setting
Press [̈] or press [SET].
Press [̆] and [̄].
• Instead of pressing [̈],
you could also press
Example: To select the
[SET].
Select an option
Apply the setting and exit
the menu screen
“Focus” item.
Press [SET].
Apply the setting and
return to tab selection
Press [̇].
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to change the currently
selected setting.
Exit the menu screen
Press [MENU].
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
46
GETTING READY
6. Perform one of the following operations to
apply the setting you configured.
Configuring Display Language and Clock
Settings
Be sure to configure the following settings before using the
camera to record images.
To do this:
Perform this key operation:
Press [SET].
Apply the setting and exit
the menu screen.
• Display language
• Home city
• Date Style
Apply the setting and
return to feature selection
in step 4.
Press [̇].
• Date and time
Apply the setting and
return to tab selection in
step 3.
1. Press [̇].
2. Use [̆] to move back up to
tab selection.
Note that the current date and time settings are used by
the camera to generate the date and time that are stored
along with image data, etc.
• See “Menu Reference” on page 218 for more
information about menus.
IMPORTANT!
• Recording images without configuring the clock
settings causes incorrect time information to be
registered. Be sure to configure the clock settings
before using the camera.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
47
GETTING READY
• A built-in backup battery retains the date and time
settings of the camera for about 30 hours if the
camera is not supplied with power. Date and time
settings will be cleared when the backup battery
goes dead. The following are the conditions when
power is not being supplied to the camera.
— When the rechargeable battery is dead or
removed from the camera
— When power is not being supplied to the camera
from the USB cradle while the rechargeable
battery is dead or removed from the camera
• The date and time setting screen will appear on the
monitor screen the next time you turn on the camera
after the date and time settings have been cleared. If
this happens, reconfigure the date and time settings.
• If you make a mistake when setting the language or
clock with the following procedure, you will need to
use the camera’s menu to individually change the
language (page 164) or clock (page 160) settings.
• Even if you configure date and time settings, the
date and time are not stamped into the images
themselves. Note, however, that you can specify
inclusion of the date inside of an image when printing
(page 184).
To configure display language and clock
settings
1. Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or
[
] (PLAY) to turn on the camera.
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and
[̈] to select the
language you want,
and then press [SET].
: Japanese
English
: English
Français : French
Deutsch : German
Español : Spanish
Italiano
Português : Portuguese
: Chinese (Complex)
: Italian
: Chinese (Simplified)
: Korean
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
48
GETTING READY
3. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and
[̈] to select the
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to
select the date format
setting you want, and
then press [SET].
geographical area
where you live, and
then press [SET].
Example: December 24, 2006
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to
select the name of the
city where you live,
and then press [SET].
To display the date like this:
06/12/24
Select this format:
YY/MM/DD
DD/MM/YY
MM/DD/YY
24/12/06
12/24/06
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the summer time
(DST) setting you want, and then press [SET].
When you want to do this:
Select this setting:
Keep time using summer time
(Daylight Saving Time)
On
Off
Keep time using standard time
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
49
GETTING READY
7. Set the current date
and the time.
To do this:
Do this:
Change the setting at the current
cursor location
Press [̆] and [̄].
Press [̇] and [̈].
Move the cursor between settings
Toggle between 12-hour and 24-
hour timekeeping
Press [BS].
8. Press [SET] to register the settings and exit
the setting screen.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
50
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
This section describes the basic procedure for recording an
image.
IMPORTANT!
• Make sure your fingers and the strap do not block
the flash, microphone, AF assist light/self-timer lamp
or lens.
Recording an Image
Aiming the Camera
Flash
Microphone
Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an
image. Holding the camera with one hand increases the
chance of movement, which can blur your images.
AF assist light/
self-timer lamp
• Horizontal
Hold the camera
still in both
hands, with your
arms firmly
Lens
against your
sides.
• Vertical
When holding
the camera
vertically, make
sure that the
flash is above
the lens. Hold
the camera still
with both hands.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
51
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
• There is a speaker on the bottom of the camera. The
operation sound and other sounds can become
difficult to hear if you cover the speaker with your
hand while holding it.
Recording an Image
Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in
accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you
record are stored in the camera’s built-in memory, or to a
memory card if you have one loaded in the camera.
• When an optionally available SD memory card or
MultiMediaCard (MMC) is loaded in the camera, images
are stored on the card (page 169).
After purchasing a memory card, be sure to load it into
the camera and format it before trying to use it (page
172).
Speaker
NOTE
• Moving the camera as you press the shutter button
or while the Auto Focus operation is being performed
(when you press the shutter button half way) can
cause blurring of the image. Press the shutter button
carefully, taking care to avoid camera movement.
This is especially important when available lighting is
low, which slows down the shutter speed.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
52
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Auto recording icon
1. Press the power button or [ ] (REC) to turn
on the camera.
2. Compose the image
on the monitor screen
so the main subject is
within the focus
Power button
[
]
frame.
• The focusing range of
the camera depends on
focus mode you are
using (page 73).
ON/OFF
Focus frame
• This causes the image and the auto recording icon
) to appear on the monitor screen, and then
enters the currently selected recording mode. If the
auto recording icon ( ) is not displayed, use the
(
procedure on page 88 to select the “Auto” scene.
This should cause the auto recording icon to appear.
• If the camera is in the PLAY mode when it turns on,
the message “There are no files.” will appear if you
do not have any images stored in memory yet. In
addition, the
display. If this happens, press [
the currently selected recording mode.
icon will be visible at the top of the
] (REC) to enter
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
53
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
G Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation
3. Press the shutter button half
way to focus the image.
When you see this:
It means this:
• When you press the shutter
button half way, the camera’s
Auto Focus feature automatically
focuses the image, and displays
the shutter speed value, the
aperture value, and the ISO
sensitivity.
Green focus frame
Green operation lamp
The image is in focus.
Red focus frame
Flashing green operation lamp
The image is not in focus.
Shutter button
Operation lamp
• The monitor screen uses various indicators and
icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status.
• You can tell whether
the image is focused
by observing the
focus frame and the
operation lamp.
Continuous
Shutter mode
Self-timer
Recording types
Metering mode indicator
White balance
Focus mode
Memory capacity
(Snapshots)
Flash
mode
Image quality
(Snapshots)
Image size
(Snapshots)
Date and time
EV shift
ISO sensitivity
Aperture value*1
Shutter speed value*2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
54
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
*1 The size of the opening (aperture) that allows light
passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A larger
aperture value indicates a smaller opening for light to
pass through. The camera adjusts this setting
automatically.
*2 The amount of time the shutter remains open, allowing
light passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A
larger shutter speed value indicates that the shutter
remains open longer, which means more light reaches
the CCD. The camera adjusts this setting automatically.
IMPORTANT!
• When the “REC” tab’s “Quick Shutter” setting is
turned on (page 75), the camera immediately records
the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be
performed when you press the shutter release all the
way down without pausing. This helps to ensure that
you are able to capture exactly the moment you
want.
AF assist light/
self-timer lamp
I About AF Assist Light
The AF assist light/self-timer
lamp operates automatically
to assist the Auto Focus
operation whenever you are
shooting where lighting is dim.
4. After making sure that the
image is focused properly,
press the shutter button the
rest of the way down to
record.
Shutter button
• The number of images you can
record depends on the image
size and the image quality setting
you are using
(pages 70, 71, 232).
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
55
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
You can turn the AF assist light on or off. It is
recommended that you turn off the AF assist light when
recording images of nearby people, etc.
I Recording Precautions
• Never open the battery cover or place the camera onto
the USB cradle while the operation lamp is flashing
green. Doing so not only causes the current image to be
lost, it can also corrupt images already stored in file
memory and even lead to malfunction of the camera.
• Never remove the memory card while an image is being
recorded to the memory card.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “REC” tab.
• Fluorescent lighting actually flickers at a frequency that
cannot be detected by the human eye. When using the
camera indoors under such lighting, you may experience
some brightness or color problems with recorded images.
• When “Auto” is selected for the ISO sensitivity setting
(page 115), the camera automatically adjusts its
sensitivity in accordance with the brightness of the
subject. This can cause some digital noise (graininess) to
appear in images of relatively dark subjects.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “AF Assist Light”,
and then press [̈].
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
To do this:
Select this setting:
Turn on the AF assist light
Turn off the AF assist light
On
Off
IMPORTANT!
• Do not look directly at the AF assist light/self-timer
lamp or point it directly at the subject’s eyes.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
56
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
• When recording a dimly lit subject while “Auto” is selected
for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 115), the camera
increases sensitivity and uses a faster shutter speed.
Because of this, you need to guard against camera
I About Auto Focus
• Proper focus may be difficult or even impossible when
shooting the following types of subjects.
— Solid color walls or subjects with little contrast
— Strongly backlit subjects
movement if you have flash turned off
(page 62).
• Bright light shining on the lens can cause images to
appear “washed out”. This tends to happen when
recording images outdoors in bright sunlight. To protect
against this, use your free hand to shade the lens from
the light.
— Very shiny objects
— Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns
— Multiple subjects that are varying distances from the
camera
— Subjects in poorly lit areas
— Moving subjects
— Subjects outside the shooting range of the camera
• Proper focus may also be difficult or impossible if the
camera is moving.
• Note that a green operation lamp and focus frame do not
necessarily guarantee that the resulting image will be in
focus.
• If Auto Focus does not produce the results you want for
some reason, try using focus lock (page 80) or manual
focus (page 79).
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
57
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
I About the REC Mode Monitor Screen
Using Zoom
• The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC
mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The
actual image is recorded in accordance with the image
quality setting currently selected on your camera. The
image saved in file memory has much better resolution
and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image.
• Certain levels of subject brightness can cause the
response of the REC mode monitor screen to slow down,
which causes some digital noise (graininess) in the
monitor screen image.
Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical
zoom and digital zoom. Normally, the camera automatically
switches over to digital zoom after you reach the maximum
limit for optical zoom. You can, however, configure the
camera to disable digital zoom, if you want.
Optical Zoom
The optical zoom range is 1X to 3X.
• Very bright light inside of an image can cause a vertical
band to appear in the monitor screen image. This is a
CCD phenomenon known as “vertical smear”, and does
not indicate malfunction of the camera. Note that vertical
smear is not recorded with the image in the case of a
snapshot, but it is recorded in the case of a movie (page
100).
Zoom controller
1. In the REC mode, move
the zoom controller left or
right to zoom.
• Moving the zoom controller
ON/OFF
as far as it goes in either
direction will zoom at high
speed.
Move the zoom
To do this:
controller in this
direction:
Zoom out for a wider view
(main subject becomes smaller)
(Wide Angle)
(Telephoto)
Zoom in for a closer view (main
subject becomes larger)
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
58
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
NOTE
• The optical zoom factor also affects the lens
aperture.
• Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against
hand movement when using the telephoto setting
(zoom in).
• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation
while recording with the Auto Focus mode, Macro
mode or manual focus, a value will appear on the
monitor screen to tell you the focusing range (pages
75, 77, 80).
Zoom out
Zoom in
2. Compose the image, and then press the
shutter button.
• Optical zoom is disabled during movie recording.
Digital zoom only is available. Make sure you select
the optical zoom setting you want to use before you
press the shutter button to start movie recording
(page 100).
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
59
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
I To record an image using digital zoom
Digital Zoom
Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the
center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 3X
to 12X (in combination with optical zoom).
Digital zoom indicator
1. In the REC mode,
hold the zoom
controller towards
(telephoto) side.
IMPORTANT!
• This causes the zoom
indicator to appear on
the display.
• When you perform a digital zoom operation, the
camera manipulates the image data to enlarge the
center of the image. Unlike optical zoom, an image
enlarged with digital zoom appears coarser than the
original.
Zoom indicator
2. When the zoom pointer reaches the optical/
digital zoom switch over point, it will stop.
Digital
Zoom range
Optical Zoom range
1X
3X
12X
Zoom pointer
Optical/digital zoom switch over point
• The above shows what the zoom indicator looks like
when digital zoom is turned on (page 61). The digital
zoom range is not displayed when digital zoom is
turned off.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
60
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
3. Release the zoom controller momentarily, and
I To turn digital zoom on and off
then slide it towards
(telephoto) side again
to move the zoom pointer into the digital
zoom range.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “REC” tab.
• The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the
pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the
optical zoom range. Release the zoom controller and
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Digital Zoom”, and
then press [̈].
then slide it towards
(wide angle) side again to
move into the optical zoom range.
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
4. Compose the image, and then press the
shutter button.
To do this:
Select this setting:
Turn on digital zoom
Turn off digital zoom
On
Off
• Only the optical zoom range is displayed in the zoom
indicator when digital zoom is turned off.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
61
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
To do this:
Select this setting:
Using the Flash
Have the flash fire automatically when
required (Auto Flash)*
Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you
want to use.
• The approximate effective range of the flash is shown
below.
Turn off the flash (Flash Off)
Always fire the flash (Flash On)
Always use soft flash, regardless of
exposure conditions (Soft Flash)
Wide Angle Optical Zoom:
Approximately 0.15 to 2.8 meters
(0.5´ to 9.2´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto)
Telephoto Optical Zoom:
Approximately 0.4 to 1.4 meters
(1.3´ to 4.6´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto)
* Depends on zoom factor.
Fire a pre-flash followed by image
recording with flash, reducing the
chance of red-eye in the image (Red-
eye reduction)
In this case, the flash fires automatically
when required
*
appears momentarily when you select Auto as
the flash mode, and then disappears.
1. In the REC mode, press [̄] (
).
• Each press of [̄] (
) cycles through the flash
mode settings described below on the monitor
screen.
2. Press the shutter button to record the image.
Flash mode indicator
MENU BS
DISP
SET
[̄] (
)
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
62
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
IMPORTANT!
I Flash On
• The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times
when you record an image. The initial flashes are
pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain
information that it uses for exposure settings. The
final flash is for recording. Make sure that you keep
the camera still until the shutter releases.
Select
(Flash On) as the flash mode when backlighting
causes your subject to appear dark, even though there is
enough light to keep the flash from firing automatically.
This will cause the flash to fire and illuminate your subject
whenever you press the shutter button (daylight synchro
flash).
• Using the flash while “Auto” is selected for the ISO
Sensitivity setting increases sensitivity, which can
cause large amounts of digital noise to appear in the
image. You can reduce digital noise by using a lower
ISO Sensitivity setting. Note, however, that this also
has the effect of shortening the flash range (the
range that is covered by the light from the flash)
(page 115).
I Soft Flash
Select
(Soft Flash) as the flash mode to suppress flash
intensity and shoot with a soft feel.
I About Red-eye Reduction
Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can
cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the
image. This happens because the light from the flash
reflects off of the retina of the eye.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
63
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
IMPORTANT!
Flash Unit Status
You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing
the shutter button half way and checking the monitor
screen and operation lamp.
Note the following important points when using red-
eye reduction.
• Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people
in the image are looking directly at the camera during
the pre-flash. Before pressing the shutter button, call
out to the subjects so they all look at the camera
while the pre-flash operation is performed.
• Red-eye reduction may not work very well if the
subjects are located far away from the camera.
Operation lamp*
The
indicator is also shown
on the monitor screen when the
flash unit is ready to fire.
* Operation lamp
When the operation
lamp is this:
It means this:
Flashing amber
Flash unit is charging
Lit or flashing green *1
Flash unit is ready to fire
*1 Flashes green when the image is not focused while
using the Auto Focus mode or Macro mode.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
64
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Changing the Flash Intensity Setting
Using Flash Assist
Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity
setting.
Recording a subject that is outside the flash range can
cause the subject to appear dark in the resulting image,
because not enough of the flash reaches the subject. When
this happens, you can use flash assist to correct the
brightness of the recorded subject, so it appears as if the
flash illumination was sufficient.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “Quality” tab.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Flash Intensity”,
and then press [̈].
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
To make flash intensity:
Stronger
Select this setting:
Flash assist used
Flash assist not used
+2
+1
0
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Normal
–1
–2
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “Quality” tab.
Weaker
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Flash Assist”, and
then press [̈].
IMPORTANT!
• Flash intensity may not change if the subject is too
far or too close to the camera.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
65
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
Flash
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
I Flash Precautions
want, and then press [SET].
• Take care that your fingers
do not block the flash when
you hold the camera.
Covering the flash with your
finger can greatly reduce its
effectiveness.
To do this:
Select this setting:
Turn on flash assist
Turn off flash assist
Auto
Off
IMPORTANT!
• Flash assist may not produce the desired result for
some types of subjects.
• Flash assist may have little effect on your image if
you changed any of the following settings when you
recorded it.
— Flash intensity (page 65)
— Exposure compensation (EV shift) (page 81)
— ISO sensitivity (page 115)
• You may not be able to achieve the desired results using
the flash if the subject is too close or too far away.
• The flash takes anywhere from a few seconds to as long
as 5 seconds to attain full charge after being fired. The
actual time required depends on the battery level,
temperature, and other conditions.
• The flash unit may not be able to charge when camera
battery power is low. If this happens, the flash will not fire
properly and you will not be able to obtain the desired
exposure. Be sure to charge the camera’s battery as soon
as possible when power goes low.
— Contrast (page 119)
• Using flash assist can cause an increase of digital
noise in recorded images.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
66
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
• When the flash is turned off (
), mount the camera on a
Using the Self-timer
tripod to record images in an area where available lighting
is dim. Recording images under dim lighting without the
flash can cause digital noise, which makes images
appear coarse.
The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10-
second delay of the shutter release after you press the
shutter button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform
three consecutive self-timer operations to record three
images.
• When red-eye reduction (
) is selected, flash intensity
is adjusted automatically in accordance with the
exposure. The flash may not fire at all when the subject is
brightly lit.
• Using flash in combination with another light source
(daylight, fluorescent light, etc.) can result in abnormal
image colors.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “REC” tab.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Self-timer”, and
then press [̈].
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the self-timer type
you want to use, and then press [SET].
• Selecting “Off” in step 4 disables the self-timer.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
67
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown
and then records the first image.
To do this:
Select this setting:
10 sec
Specify a 10-second self-timer
Specify a 2-second self-timer
Specify Triple Self-timer
Disable the self-timer
10
s
2. The camera prepares to record the next image.
The amount of time required for preparation
depends on the camera’s current “Size” and
“Quality” settings, the type of memory (built-in or
card) you are using for image storage, and
whether or not the flash is charging.
2 sec
X3
2
s
x3
Off
3. After preparation is complete, the indicator “1sec”
appears on the monitor screen, and another
image is recorded one second later.
• This causes an
indicator identifying the
selected self-timer type
to appear on the
4. Steps 2 and 3 are repeated once more to record
the third image.
monitor screen.
• With the Triple Self-timer,
the camera records a
series of three images in
the sequence described
below.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
68
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
AF assist light/
self-timer lamp
NOTE
5. Press the shutter
button to record the
image.
• The “2 sec” self-timer setting is best when shooting
with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid
blurring of images due to hand movement.
• The following functions are not available for use in
combination with the Triple Self-timer.
BEST SHOT recording (“Business Cards and
Documents”, “Whiteboard, etc.”, “Old Photo”), movie
recording functions
• When you press the
shutter button, the AF
assist light/self-timer
lamp flashes and the
shutter releases after the
self-timer reaches the
end of its countdown
(about 10 seconds or two
seconds).
• You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown
by pressing the shutter button while the AF assist
light/self-timer lamp is flashing.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
69
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
Specifying Image Size
want, and then press [SET].
“Image size” is the size of the image, expressed as the
number of vertical and horizontal pixels. A “pixel” is one of
the many tiny dots that make up the image. More pixels
provide finer detail when an image is printed, but a higher
pixel count also causes the image’s file size to be larger.
You can select an image size to suit your needs for greater
detail or smaller file size.
• When selecting the image size, the image size value
(pixels) will alternate on the display with a
corresponding print size. The print size indicates the
optimum paper size when you print an image that is
the image size you select.
Image Size
Print Size
• Note that this setting is valid for snapshots only. For
information about movie image size, see page 100.
×
6M*
2816 2112 A3 Print
Larger
×
6M
(3:2) (3:2)
2816 1872 A3 Print (3:2 horizontal-to-
vertical ratio)
2304 1728 A4 Print
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
×
4M
3M
2M
×
2048 1536 A4 Print
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “Quality” tab.
×
×
1600 1200 3.5˝ 5˝ Print
E-mail (optimum size when
attaching image to e-mail)
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Size”, and then
press [̈].
×
VGA 640 480
Smaller
* “M” stands for “Mega.”
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
70
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
• The above print sizes are all approximate values when
printing at a resolution of 200 dpi (dots per inch). Use a
larger setting when you want to print at a higher
resolution or when you plan to produce a larger size print.
• In order to obtain the level of resolution for which your
camera is designed, recording at a maximum image size
(6M) is recommended. Use a smaller image size when
you want to conserve memory capacity.
Specifying Image Quality
Compressing an image before storage can cause a
deterioration of its quality. The more an image is
compressed, the greater the loss of quality. The image
quality setting specifies the compression ratio to be used
when an image is stored in memory. You can select an
image quality setting to suit your needs for higher quality or
smaller file size.
×
• Selecting the “2816 1872 (3:2)” image size records
• Note that this setting is valid for snapshots only. For
information about movie image quality, see page 100.
images with a 3:2 (horizontal:vertical) aspect ratio, which
is optimal for printing on photographic paper with an
aspect ratio of 3:2.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “Quality” tab.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “
then press [̈].
Quality”, and
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
71
BASIC IMAGE RECORDING
To get this:
Select this setting:
Fine
High image quality, large file
size
Higher
Quality
Normal image quality and
normal file size
Normal
Low image quality, small file
size
Lower
Quality
Economy
IMPORTANT!
• Actual file size depends on the type of image you
record. This means that the remaining image
capacity noted on the monitor screen may not be
exactly accurate (pages 27, 232).
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
72
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Focus mode indicator
• The exposure compensation
value is displayed on the
monitor screen.
Selecting the Focus Mode
You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto
Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual Focus.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and
then press [̈].
IMPORTANT!
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
• You can use the key customization feature (page
110) to switch the focus mode whenever you press
[̇] or [̈] while recording a snapshot or movie.
To do this:
Select this setting:
(Auto Focus)
Adjusts focus automatically
• Auto Focus cannot be selected
during movie recording.
Close-up recording
• During movie recording, Macro
mode uses fixed focus that is
optimized for macro recording.
Macro (Close-up)
(Pan Focus)
Focus adjusted on a certain
subject distance
Infinity recording
(Infinity)
Manual focus recording
(Manual Focus)
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
73
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Operation lamp
Using Auto Focus
As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image
automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when
you press the shutter button down half way. The following
is the Auto Focus range.
Range: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞)
• Using optical zoom causes the above range to change.
Focus frame
When you see this:
It means this:
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Green focus frame
Green operation lamp
The image is focused.
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and
then press [̈].
Red focus frame
Flashing green operation lamp
The image is not
focused.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “ ”, and then
press [SET].
5. Press the shutter button the rest of the way to
record the image.
4. Compose the image so the main subject is
within the focus frame, and then press the
shutter button half way.
• You can tell whether the image is focused by
observing the focus frame and the operation lamp.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
74
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
NOTE
I Quick Shutter
• When proper focusing is not possible because the
subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the
camera automatically switches to the Macro mode
range (page 77).
• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation
(page 58) while recording with Auto Focus, a value
will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to
tell you the focusing range.
When Quick Shutter is turned on, the camera immediately
records the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be
performed when you press the shutter release all the way
down. This helps to avoid missing a special moment while
you wait for the camera to Auto Focus.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Example: AF ȚȚcm - ∞
* ȚȚ will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Quick Shutter”,
and then press [̈].
IMPORTANT!
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
• Auto Focus cannot be selected during movie
recording.
want, and then press [SET].
To do this:
Select this setting:
Turn on Quick Shutter
Turn off Quick Shutter
On
Off
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
75
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
I Specifying the Auto Focus Area
For this type of Auto Focus area:
Select this:
Spot
Very limited range in the center of the
screen
• This setting works well with focus lock
(page 80).
You can use the following procedure to change the Auto
Focus area used in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro
mode. Note that the configuration of the focus frame
changes in accordance with the Auto Focus area you
select.
Automatic selection of the focus area where
the subject closest to the camera is located
• With this setting, a wide focus frame,
which contains nine focus points, appears
on the monitor screen first. When you
press the shutter button half way, all of the
focus frames that are in focus among the
nine focus points become green.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Multi
2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Area”, and then
press [̈].
• This setting works well for group photos.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the Auto Focus area
you want, and then press [SET].
•
Spot
•
Multi
Focus frame
Focus frame
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
76
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
NOTE
Using the Macro Mode
• When the Macro mode cannot focus properly
because the subject is too far away, the camera
automatically switches to the Auto Focus range
(page 74).
Use the Macro mode when you need to focus on close up
subjects. The following shows the approximate focus range
in the Macro mode.
Range: 15cm to 50cm (5.9˝ to 19.7˝)
• Using optical zoom causes the above range to change.
• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation
(page 58) while recording with the Macro mode, a
value will appear on the monitor screen as shown
below to tell you the focusing range.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Example: ȚȚcm - ȚȚcm
* ȚȚ will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and
then press [̈].
IMPORTANT!
• Use of the flash along with the Macro mode can
cause the light of the flash to become blocked, which
can produce unwanted lens shadows in your image.
• During movie recording, Macro mode uses fixed
focus that is optimized for macro recording.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “
Macro”, and
then press [SET].
4. Press the shutter button to record the image.
• The focus and image recording operations are
identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
77
B
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Using Pan Focus
Using the Infinity Mode
Pan Focus comes in handy when recording under
conditions where Auto Focus is difficult for some reason, or
in cases where Auto Focus operation noise is too
noticeable in the movie audio.
The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode
when recording scenery and other faraway images.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and
then press [̈].
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and
then press [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “ ”, and then
press [SET].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “ ”, and then
press [SET].
4. Press the shutter button to record the image.
4. Press the shutter button to record the image.
NOTE
• If you press the shutter button half way, the focus
distance will appear on the monitor screen.
Example: ȚȚm - ȚȚm
* ȚȚ will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
78
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
4. Press [SET].
Using Manual Focus
With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of
an image manually. The following shows focus range in the
Manual Focus mode.
5. While watching the
image on the monitor
screen, use [̇] and
[̈] to focus.
Optical Zoom Factor
Approximate Focus Range
15cm (5.9˝) to infinity (∞)
40cm (15.7˝) to infinity (∞)
1X
3X
• Using optical zoom causes the above range to change.
Manual focus position
Do this:
To do this:
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Focus in on the subject
Focus out on the subject
Press [̇].
Press [̈].
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and
then press [̈].
• Pressing [̇] or [̈] causes the area inside of the
boundary displayed in step 1 to fill the monitor
screen momentarily to aid in focus. The normal
image will reappear a short while later.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to
select “ ”, and then
press [SET].
• If you do not adjust the focus of the enlarged image,
it will return automatically to step 3. If this happens
and you still want to adjust the focus, press [SET] to
display the enlarged image again.
• At this point, a
boundary also appears
on the display,
indicating the part of the
image that will be used
for manual focus.
6. Press the shutter button to record the image.
Boundary
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
79
B
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
NOTE
Using Focus Lock
Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject
that is not located within the focus frame when you record
an image. You can use focus lock in the Auto Focus mode
• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation
(page 58) while recording with manual focus, a value
will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to
tell you the focusing range.
Example: MF ȚȚcm - ∞
* ȚȚ will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.
and the Macro mode (
).
Main subject
1. Using the monitor
screen, compose the
image so the main
subject is within the
focus frame, and then
press the shutter
button half way.
• This locks the focus on
the subject that is
currently within the
focus frame.
Focus frame
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
80
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
2. Keeping the shutter
button pressed half
way down, re-
Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)
Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure
setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your
subject. This feature helps to achieve better results when
recording a backlit subject, a strongly lit subject indoors, or
a subject that is against a dark background.
compose the image
as you like.
EV Shift Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV
Steps: 1/3EV
Main subject
3. When the image is composed the way you
want, press the shutter button the rest of the
way to record it.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
• The focus and image recording operations are
identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.
2. Select the “Quality”
tab, select “EV Shift”,
and then press [̈].
NOTE
• Locking the focus also locks the exposure.
Exposure compensation
value
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
81
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
• To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes
0.0.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to
change the exposure
compensation value,
and then press [SET].
4. Press the shutter button to record the image.
IMPORTANT!
• Pressing [SET] registers
the displayed value.
• When shooting under very dark or very bright
conditions, you may not be able to obtain satisfactory
results even after performing exposure
compensation.
EV value
[̆] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best
used for light-colored subjects and backlight
subjects.
NOTE
• Performing an EV shift operation while using multi-
pattern metering (page 116) will cause the metering
mode to switch automatically to center weighted
metering. Returning the EV shift value to 0.0 causes
the metering mode to change back to multi-pattern
metering.
• You can use key customization (page 110) to
configure the camera to perform exposure
compensation whenever you press [̇] or [̈] while in
the REC mode. This comes in handy when adjusting
exposure compensation while viewing the on-screen
histogram (page 107).
[̄] : Decreases the EV value. A lower EV value is best
for dark-color subjects and for shooting outdoors
on a clear day.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
82
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
Adjusting White Balance
want, and then press [SET].
The wavelengths of the light produced by various light
sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a
subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make
adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so
the colors of an image appear more natural.
When shooting under these conditions: Select this setting:
Normal conditions
Auto
Outdoor daylight on a clear day
Outdoor daylight on an overcast or
rainy day, in the shade of a tree, etc.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
In the shade of a building or any other
area where the color temperature is
high
2. Select the “Quality”
tab, select “White
Balance”, and then
press [̈].
Under white or daylight white
fluorescent light
(suppresses color fogging)
N
D
Under daylight fluorescent light
(suppresses color fogging)
Under incandescent lighting
Difficult lighting that requires manual
control (See “Configuring the White
Balance Setting Manually” (page 84).)
Manual
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
83
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
NOTE
Configuring the White Balance Setting
Manually
Certain complex light sources or other environmental
conditions can make it impossible to obtain good results
when “Auto” or one of the fixed light source settings is
selected for white balance. Manual white balance lets you
configure the camera for a particular light source and other
conditions.
Note that you must perform manual white balance under
the same conditions you will be shooting under. Have a
sheet of white paper on hand before starting the following
procedure.
• When “Auto” is selected for the white balance
setting, the camera automatically determines the
white point of the subject. Certain subject colors and
light source conditions can cause problems when the
camera tries to determine the white point, which
makes proper white balance adjustment impossible.
When this happens, use daylight, cloudy, or one of
the other fixed white balance settings to specify the
type of lighting available.
• You can use the key customization feature (page
110) to configure the camera so the white balance
setting changes whenever you press [̇] or [̈] while
in the REC mode.
• If you have key customization configured to control
white balance and you have Icon Help turned on
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
(page 112), select “
Auto WB” to change the
AWB
white balance mode to auto.
2. Select a “Quality” tab, select “White
Balance”, and then press [̈].
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
84
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
• This starts the white balance adjustment procedure.
The message “Complete” appears on the monitor
screen after white balance adjustment is complete.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to
select “Manual”.
• This causes the object
you last used to adjust
manual white balance to
appear on the monitor
screen. If you want to use
the same settings you
configured during a
5. Press [SET].
• This registers the white balance settings and returns
to the currently selected recording mode.
NOTE
previous manual white
balance setting
operation, skip step 4
and perform step 5.
• After you adjust white balance manually, the setting
remains in effect until you change it or until you turn
off the camera.
4. Point the camera at a white paper or similar
object under the lighting conditions for which
you want to set the white balance, and then
press the shutter button.
White paper
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
85
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to
select “Normal
Speed”, “High
Using Continuous Shutter
You can configure the camera to record only a single
snapshot each time the shutter button is pressed, or to
keep recording as long as the shutter button remains
depressed. You can select from among the following three
continuous shutter modes.
Speed”, or “Flash
Cont. ”, and then
press [SET].
• This causes the
applicable icon to
appear on the monitor
screen.
• Normal-speed continuous shutter
You can continually record images until memory becomes
full.
• High-speed continuous shutter
Record up to three consecutive images at high speed.
• Flash continuous shutter
: Normal-speed Continuous Shutter
: High-speed Continuous Shutter
: Flash Continuous Shutter
Use this mode to record up to three consecutive images,
firing the flash for each one.
• With “Off”, snapshots are recorded one at a time.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
IMPORTANT!
• Turning off the camera automatically turns off the
Continuous Shutter Mode.
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Continuous”,
and then press [̈].
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
86
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Normal-speed continuous shutter
Flash continuous shutter
Holding down the shutter button continuously records
images, as long as there is memory available to store
them. Release the shutter button to stop recording.
• You can select the flash mode you want with normal-
speed continuous shutter (page 62).
Holding down the shutter button while flash continuous
shutter is selected records up to three images, firing the
flash for each one. Shooting stops if you release the
shutter button before three images are recorded.
• Flash is turned on automatically.
• The speed of continuous shutter recording depends on
the type of memory card loaded in the camera. When
recording to built-in memory, continuous shutter recording
is relatively slow.
• Note that the resolution of images recorded with flash
continuous shutter is somewhat lower resolution and
more prone to digital noise than images recorded with
normal-speed continuous shutter.
• “Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for flash continuous
shutter, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity setting.
• With flash continuous shutter, the flash distance (range)
is shorter than normal.
High-speed continuous shutter
Holding down the shutter button while high-speed
continuous shutter is selected records up to three images
at high speed. Shooting stops if you release the shutter
button before three images are recorded.
• Flash is turned off automatically.
• Note that the resolution of images recorded with high-
speed continuous shutter is somewhat lower resolution
and more prone to digital noise than images recorded
with normal-speed continuous shutter.
• “Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for high-speed
continuous shutter, regardless of the current ISO
sensitivity setting.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
87
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
1. In the REC mode,
press [BS] (BEST
SHOT).
Using the BEST SHOT Mode
Selecting one of the BEST SHOT sample scenes
automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar
type of image.
• This enters the BEST
SHOT mode and displays
all 12 of the BEST SHOT
scenes.
I Example Sample Scene
• In addition to the snapshot scenes, there is one
movie scene and one voice record scene.
• Portrait
• Scenery
• Sample scenes are arranged in sequence, starting
from the upper left corner.
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select the sample
scene you want, and then press [SET].
• Pressing [MENU] causes the selection boundary to
jump to the first sample scene (“Auto”).
• Night Scene
• Night Scene Portrait
• Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to move the selection
boundary around the display. Scrolling past the last
or the first scene scrolls to the next screen of 12-
sample scenes.
• If you want to check which sample scene is currently
selected or if you want to change to a different
scene, press [BS].
• Selecting the “Auto” scene changes the recording
type to snapshot auto recording (“
” displayed)
(page 53).
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
88
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
• Digital noise reduction processing is performed
automatically when you are recording a night scene,
fireworks, or other image that requires slow shutter
speeds. Because of this, it takes longer to record
images at lower shutter speeds. Make sure that you
do not perform any camera button operations until
the image recording operation is complete.
• When recording the image of a night scene,
fireworks, or some other image using a slow shutter
speed, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent
hand movement.
3. Press the shutter button to record the image.
• While the “Movie” scene is recorded, pressing the
shutter button starts and stops movie recording
(page 100).
IMPORTANT!
• BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this
camera. They are provided as samples only.
• Due to shooting conditions and other factors, an
image recorded using the setup of a BEST SHOT
scene may not produce exactly the results you
expect.
NOTE
• You can change the camera settings that are
configured when you select a BEST SHOT scene.
The settings you can change are the same as those
that are saved when you save a BEST SHOT user
setup (page 92). Note, however, that some BEST
SHOT scenes do not allow you to change certain
settings. BEST SHOT scene settings revert to their
default presets whenever you select another BEST
SHOT scene or turn off the camera. If you want to
save your settings for later use, save them as a
BEST SHOT user setup (page 92).
• Operation guidance and the currently selected BEST
SHOT scene appear on the display for about two
seconds if the camera is in the BEST SHOT mode
when you turn it on.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
89
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the sample scene
Displaying Sample Scenes Individually
You can use the following procedure to display BEST
SHOT sample scenes individually, so you can view the
explanation about each scene’s settings.
you want, and then press [SET].
• Pressing [MENU] jumps to the first sample scene
(“Auto”).
4. Press the shutter button to record the image.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
2. Move the zoom
controller in the
direction of
(telephoto) or
angle).
(wide
• This displays the
sample scene that was
selected on the 12-
scene screen.
• To return to the 12-sample scene screen, move the
zoom controller in the direction of
(wide angle).
(telephoto) or
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
90
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup
• BEST SHOT user setups are located in the camera’s
built-in memory following the built-in sample scenes.
• Selecting a user snapshot setup displays the
indicator “U” in the upper right corner of the monitor
screen, followed by a number (that indicates the
setup number).
You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an
snapshot you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene. After that,
you can recall the setup whenever you want to use it.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
• Note that formatting built-in memory (page 168)
deletes all BEST SHOT user setups.
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select “Register
User Scene”, and then press [SET].
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to
display the snapshots
whose setup you
want to register as a
BEST SHOT scene.
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Save”, and then
press [SET].
• This registers the setup. Now you can use the
procedure on page 88 to select your user setup for
recording.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
91
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
NOTE
To delete a BEST SHOT user setup
• The following are the settings that are included in a
snapshot setup: focus mode, EV shift value, white
balance mode, flash mode, ISO sensitivity, Metering,
Flash Intensity, Flash Assist, Filter, Sharpness,
Saturation, and Contrast.
• Note that snapshots recorded with this camera only
can be used to create a BEST SHOT user setup.
• You can have up to 999 BEST SHOT user setups in
the camera’s built-in memory at one time.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
2. Move the zoom controller in the direction of
(telephoto) or
(wide angle) to scroll
through the available sample scenes.
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to display the user setup you
want to delete.
• You can check the current setup of a scene by
displaying the various setting menus.
4. Press [̄] (
) to delete the user setup.
• BEST SHOT snapshot user setups are stored in
camera built-in memory in the folder named
“SCENE”. File names are assigned automatically
using the format “UZ600nnn.JPE”, where “nnn” is a
value from 000 through 999.
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Delete”.
6. Press [SET] to delete the file.
7. Select another scene, and then press [SET].
• This returns to the recording state.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
92
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject
Movement
You can reduce the effects of subject movement, and for
hand movement that tends to occur when shooting a far-
away subject using telephoto, a fast-moving subject, or
under dim lighting conditions.
• Anti Shake is disabled automatically when any
setting other than “Auto” is selected for ISO
sensitivity. If you want Anti Shake to be operational
after turning it on, be sure to change the ISO
sensitivity setting to “Auto” (page 115).
• Recording with Anti Shake can cause an image to
appear somewhat coarser than normal and can
cause slight deterioration of image resolution.
• The Anti Shake feature may not be able to eliminate
the effects of hand or subject movement when
shaking is severe.
1. Perform one of the procedures below to
enable Anti Shake.
Using the BEST SHOT mode
• Anti Shake is disabled during movie recording.
• The Anti Shake feature may not work when using a
very low shutter speed. If this happens, use a tripod
to stabilize the camera.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select the “Anti Shake”
scene, and then press [SET].
• Though “
” (Anti Shake) is displayed on the
Using the Menu Screen
monitor screen while the flash setting is “Auto Flash”
or “Flash On”, Anti Shake is disabled.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Anti Shake”, and then
press [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Auto”, and then press
[SET].
•
(Anti Shake indicator) is displayed on the
monitor screen while Anti Shake is turned on.
2. Press the shutter button to record the image.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
93
B
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
Shooting with High Sensitivity
• High Sensitivity is disabled automatically when any
setting other than “Auto” is selected for ISO
sensitivity. If you want High Sensitivity to be
operational after turning it on, be sure to change the
ISO sensitivity setting to “Auto” (page 115).
• Recording with high sensitivity can cause an image
to appear somewhat coarser than normal and can
cause slight deterioration of image resolution.
• A desirable level of image brightness may not be
possible under very dark conditions.
Higher sensitivity makes it possible to record brighter
images, without using flash, even when there is not enough
lighting available to obtain normal exposure.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select the “High
Sensitivity” scene, and then press [SET].
• When shooting with slow shutter speeds, use a
tripod to protect against the effects of hand
movement.
3. Press the shutter button to record the image.
• High Sensitivity is disabled while the flash setting is
“Auto Flash” or “Flash On”.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
94
B
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
I Setup Sample Images
Recording Images of Business Cards and
Documents (Business Shot)
Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, or
similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the
subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image.
Business Shot automatically corrects the shape of
rectangular objects to make them appear like the camera
was positioned directly in front of them.
• Business cards and
documents
• White board, etc.
Before keystone
correction
After keystone
correction
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
95
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Before recording with Business Shot
To use Business Shot
• Before recording, compose the image so outline of the
item you want to record fits entirely within the monitor
screen.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
• Make sure the object is against a background that allows
its outline to stand out, and that it fills the monitor screen
to the maximum extent possible.
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇] and [̈] to select the
Business Shot image you want, and then
press [SET].
NOTE
3. Press the shutter
button to record the
image.
• When the camera is at an angle to a business card
or document it is recording, the shape of the
business card or document may appear distorted in
the image. Auto keystone correction corrects for this
distortion, which means that subjects appear normal
even if you record at an angle.
• This displays a screen
that shows all of the
objects in the image that
qualify as candidates for
keystone correction. An
error message will
appear (page 230) if the
camera is unable to find
any suitable keystone
correction candidate in
the image. After a short
while, the original image
will be stored in memory,
as-is.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
96
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
4. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the candidate you
Restoring an Old Photograph
want to correct.
You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old,
faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital
camera technology.
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to
select “Correct”, and
then press [SET].
• Selecting “Cancel” in
place of “Correct” stores
the original image as-is,
without correcting it.
Before trying to restore an old
photograph
• Make sure the entire photograph you are trying to restore
is enclosed within the monitor screen.
• Make sure the object is against a background that allows
its outline to stand out, and that it fills the monitor screen
to the maximum extent possible.
• Make sure that light is not reflecting off the surface of the
original photograph.
• If the old photograph is portrait orientation, be sure to
compose the image with the camera in landscape
(horizontal) orientation.
IMPORTANT!
• Digital zoom is disabled while recording with
Business Shot. However, you can use optical zoom.
• The camera will not be able to recognize the subject
in the following cases.
— When part of the subject extends outside of the
monitor screen
— When the subject is the same color as the
background it is placed upon
×
• The maximum Business Shot image size is 1600
1200 pixels, even if the camera is configured for a
larger image size. An image size setting smaller than
×
1600 1200 pixels records images at the specified
size.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
97
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
NOTE
To restore an old photograph
• When the camera is at an angle to the old
photograph, one side of the recorded image may
appear longer than the side opposite from it. This is
called “keystoning,” which is caused by the
difference in distance from the camera lens to each
side of the photograph. The side of the photograph
that is closer to the camera looks longer and the side
further from the camera looks shorter. Auto keystone
correction corrects for this distortion, which means
that a photograph appears normal even if you record
it at an angle.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to select “Old
Photo”, and then press [SET].
3. Press the shutter
button to record the
image.
• This displays a
photograph contour
confirmation screen,
and then saves the
original recorded image.
An error message will
appear (page 230),
without displaying the
photograph contour
confirmation screen, if
the camera is unable to
find the contour of the
photograph.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
98
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
4. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the contour
7. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to move the
cropping boundary to the location you want,
and then press [SET].
candidate you want to correct.
5. Use [̆] and [̄] to
select “Trim”, and
then press [SET].
• The camera will restore color automatically and save
the image.
• If you do not want a border around the image,
configure the cropping boundary so it is slightly
inside of the boundary of the displayed image.
• This displays a cropping
boundary on the
monitor screen.
• To cancel the cropping operation at any point and
save the image as-is, press [MENU].
• If you do not want to
crop the image, select
“Cancel” to store the
image.
6. Use the zoom controller to make the cropping
boundary larger or smaller.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
99
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
Recording a Movie
• Digital zoom is disabled while recording an old
photograph. However, you can use optical zoom.
• The camera will not be able to recognize an old
photograph in the following cases.
You can record movies with audio. Movie length is limited
only by the amount of memory available for storage. You
can select a resolution setting to suit your needs.
— When part of the photograph extends outside of
the monitor screen
• File Format: Motion JPEG AVI format
— When the old photograph is the same color as the
background it is placed upon
• The maximum size when recording an old
• Maximum Movie Length
— The length of a movie is limited only by the amount of
memory available to store it.
×
photograph is 1600 1200 pixels, even if the camera
• Approximate Movie File Size (1-minute movie):
72.8MB (Quality Setting: HQ)
is configured for a larger image size. When the
camera is configured to record images smaller than
43.6MB (Quality Setting: Normal)
17.5MB (Quality Setting: LP)
×
1600 1200 pixels, images will be in accordance
with the currently specified image size.
• Under certain conditions, restored colors may not
produce the desired results.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
100
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Approximate
Data Rate
Specifying Movie Image Quality
Setting
Frame Rate
The image quality setting determines how much the
camera compresses movie images before storing them.
Image quality is expressed as image size in pixels. A
“pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up an image.
More pixels (a larger image size) provide finer detail and
higher image quality when a movie is played back.
Before recording a movie, select the image quality setting
that suits your needs.
Higher HQ
10.2 megabits
30 frames/
second
×
Quality (640 480 pixels) per second
Normal 6.1 megabits
(640 480 pixels) per second
Lower LP 2.45 megabits
Quality (320 240 pixels) per second
30 frames/
second
×
15 frames/
second
×
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “Quality” tab.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “
then press [̈].
Quality” , and
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
101
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
• Movie recording continues as long as remaining
memory capacity allows.
Recording a Movie
• Pan Focus (page 78) is selected automatically as the
focus mode in the Movie Mode regardless of the
Mode Memory “Focus” setting (page 113) and the
snapshot focus mode setting. You can switch to
another focus mode before you start recording, but
remember that you cannot select the Auto Focus
mode for movie recording.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
2. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the “ ” (movie)
scene, and then press [SET].
• Selecting the “
” (movie) scene causes “
” to
appear on the monitor screen.
Remaining recording time
3. Point the camera at
the subject and then
press the shutter
button.
4. To stop movie recording, press the shutter
button again.
• When movie recording is complete, the movie file is
stored in file memory.
• This starts movie
recording.
• This starts movie
recording, which is
REC
indicated by “
the monitor screen.
” on
Recording time
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
102
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
• The movie recording capacity of built-in memory is very
small. Use of a memory card (page 169) is recommended
when recording movies.
I Movie Recording Precautions
• This camera also records audio. Note the following points
when recording a movie.
• Certain types of memory cards take longer to record data,
— Take care that you do not
which can cause movie frames to be dropped.
and
block the microphone
with your fingers.
— Good recording results
are not possible when the
camera is too far from the
REC
flash on the monitor screen during recording to let
you know when a frame has been dropped. Use of an SD
memory card with a maximum transfer speed of at least
10MB per second is recommended.
ON/OFF
• Optical zoom is disabled during movie recording. Digital
zoom only is available. Make sure you select the optical
zoom setting you want to use before you press the
shutter button to start movie recording (page 58).
• The effects of camera movement in an image become
more pronounced when you record close ups or recording
with a large zoom factor. Because of this, use of a tripod
is recommended when recording close ups or recording
with a large zoom factor.
• Images may be out of focus if the subject is outside the
shooting range of the camera.
• Macro uses fixed focus that is optimized for macro
recording.
subject.
Microphone
— Operating camera
buttons during recording
can cause button noise to
be included in the audio.
— Movie audio is recorded
in monaural.
• Very bright light inside of an image can cause a vertical
band to appear in the monitor screen image. This is a
CCD phenomenon known as “vertical smear”, and does
not indicate malfunction of the camera. Note that vertical
smear is not recorded with the image in the case of a
snapshot, but it is recorded in the case of a movie.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
103
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Recording Audio
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Audio Snap”,
and then press [̈].
Adding Audio to a Snapshot
You can add audio to a snapshot after you record it.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “On” and then press
• Image Format: JPEG
JPEG is an image format that provides efficient data
compression.
[SET].
• This enters the Audio Snapshot mode.
• Selecting “Off” enters the Normal Snapshot mode
(no audio).
The file extension of a JPEG file is “.JPG”.
• Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format
This is the Windows standard format for audio recording.
The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”.
4. Press the shutter
button to record the
image.
• Recording Time:
Up to about 30 seconds per image
• After the image is
recorded, the camera
enters audio recording
standby, with the image
• Audio File Size:
Approximately 165KB (30-second recording of
approximately 5.5KB per second)
you just recorded on the
Remaining recording time
monitor screen and
displays a
indicator.
NOTE
• You can play back an audio file recorded in the
Audio Snapshot mode on your computer using
Windows Media Player.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
104
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
5. Press the shutter button to start audio
recording.
Recording Your Voice
Voice Recording provides quick and easy recording of your
voice.
• The operation lamp will flash green while recording is
in progress.
• Audio Format: WAVE/ADPCM recording format
This is the Windows standard format for audio recording.
The file extension of a WAVE/ADPCM file is “.WAV”.
6. Recording stops after about 30 seconds or
when you press the shutter button.
• Recording Time:
Approximately 25 minutes with built-in memory
IMPORTANT!
• Audio snapshot recording is not supported (audio
cannot be recorded) for “X3” self-timer recording
(Triple Self-timer).
• Audio File Size:
Approximately 165KB (30-second recording of
approximately 5.5KB per second)
NOTE
• You can play back files recorded with Voice
Recording on your computer using Windows Media
Player.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
105
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).
4. Recording stops when you press the shutter
button, when memory becomes full, or when
the battery goes dead.
Recording time
2. Use [̆], [̄], [̇] and
[̈] to select the “Voice
Recording” scene, and
then press [SET].
• Selecting the “Voice
Recording” scene causes
“
” to appear on the
monitor screen.
Remaining recording time
3. Press the shutter button to start voice
recording.
• The remaining recording time value counts down on
the monitor screen and the operation lamp flashes
green as recording is performed.
• Pressing [̆] (DISP) during voice recording turns off
the monitor screen.
• You can insert index marks while recording by
pressing [SET]. See page 146 for information about
jumping to an index mark during playback.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
106
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
I Audio Recording Precautions
Using the Histogram
• Take care that you do not
block the microphone with
your fingers.
You can use [̆] (DISP) to display a histogram on the
monitor screen (page 30). The histogram lets you check
exposure conditions as you record images. You can also
display the histogram of a recorded image in the PLAY
mode.
ON/OFF
Microphone
• Good recording results are not possible when the camera
is too far from the subject.
• Pressing the power button or pressing [
] (PLAY) stops
recording and stores any audio recorded up to that point.
• You can also perform “after-recording” to add audio to a
snapshot after recording it, and also change the audio
recorded for an image. See page 143 for more
information.
Histogram
• A histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an
image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical axis
indicates the number of pixels, while the horizontal axis
indicates lightness. You can use the histogram to
determine whether an image includes the shadowing (left
side), mid tones (center), and highlighting (right) required
to bring out sufficient image detail. If the histogram
appears too lopsided for some reason, you can use EV
shift (exposure compensation) to move it left or right in
order to achieve better balance. Optimum exposure can
be achieved by correcting exposure so the graph is as
close to the center as possible.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
107
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
• An RGB histogram that shows the distribution of R (red),
G (green), and B (blue) components is also displayed.
This histogram can be used to determine whether there is
too much or too little of each of the color components in
an image.
• When the histogram is too far
to the left, it means that there
are too many dark pixels.
This type of histogram results
when the overall image is
dark. A histogram that is too
far to the left may result in
“black out” of the dark areas
of an image.
NOTE
• You can use key customization (page 110) to
configure the camera to perform exposure
compensation whenever you press [̇] or [̈] while in
the REC mode. If you do this, you can adjust
exposure compensation while viewing the on-screen
histogram (page 81).
• When the histogram is too far
to the right, it means that
there are too many light
pixels.
This type of histogram results
when the overall image is
light. A histogram that is too
far to the right may result in
“white out” of the light areas of
an image.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
108
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
• A centered histogram
indicates that there is good
distribution of light pixels and
dark pixels. This type of
histogram results when the
overall image is at optimal
lightness.
IMPORTANT!
• Note that the above histograms are shown for
illustrative purposes only. You may not be able to
achieve exactly the same shapes for particular
subjects.
• A centered histogram does not necessarily
guarantee optimum exposure. The recorded image
may be over-exposed or under-exposed, even
though its histogram is centered.
• You may not be able to achieve an optimum
histogram configuration due to the limitations of EV
shift.
• Use of the flash as well as certain shooting
conditions can cause the histogram to indicate
exposure that is different from the actual exposure of
the image when it was recorded.
• The RGB (color component) histogram is displayed
for snapshots only.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
109
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Assigning Functions to the [̇] and [̈]
REC Mode Camera Settings
Keys
The following are the settings you can configure before
recording an image using the REC mode.
A “key customization” feature lets you configure the [̇]
and [̈] keys so they change camera settings whenever
they are pressed in the REC mode. After you configure the
[̇] and [̈] keys, you can change the setting assigned to
them without going through the menu screen.
• L/R key setting (key customization)
• Grid on/off
• Image Review on/off
• Icon Help on/off
• Power on default settings
• ISO sensitivity
• Metering
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “L/R Key”, and
then press [̈].
• Filter
• Sharpness
• Saturation
• Contrast
• Resetting the camera
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
• After you assign a function, you can change its
setting simply by pressing the [̇] and [̈] keys.
— Focus (page 73)
— EV Shift (page 81)
— White Balance (page 83)
— ISO (page 115)
— Self-timer (page 67)
— Off: No function assigned
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
110
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off
You can display gridlines on the monitor screen to help you
compose images and ensure that the camera is straight
when recording.
• While recording a snapshot or movie, you can use
[̇] and [̈] to set the functions assigned to them.
However, you cannot set the self-timer during movie
recording.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Grid”, and then
press [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
To do this:
Select this setting:
Display the grid
Hide the grid
On
Off
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
111
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Turning Image Review On and Off
Using Icon Help
Image review displays the images you record on the
monitor screen as soon as you record them. Use the
following procedure to turn image review on and off.
Icon Help displays guidance text about an icon when you
select it on the monitor screen while in the REC mode
(page 27).
• Icon Help text is displayed for the following functions:
Flash mode, focus mode, white balance, self-timer,
recording type, EV shift.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Note, however, that focus mode, EV shift, self-timer and
white balance icon help text appears only when “Focus”,
“EV shift”, “Self-timer” or “White Balance” is assigned to
the [̇] and [̈] keys with the key customization feature
(page 110).
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Review”, and
then press [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
To do this:
Select this setting:
On
Display images on the monitor
screen for about one second
immediately after they are recorded
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Icon Help”, and
then press [̈].
Do not display images immediately
after they are recorded
Off
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
112
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
Specifying Power On Default Settings
want, and then press [SET].
The camera’s “mode memory” feature lets you specify the
power on default settings individually for the BEST SHOT
mode, flash mode, focus mode, white balance mode, ISO
sensitivity, AF Area, metering, self-timer, flash intensity,
digital zoom mode, manual focus position and zoom
position. Turning on mode memory for a mode tells the
camera to remember the status of that mode when you turn
off the camera, and restore it the next time you turn the
camera back on. When mode memory is turned off, the
camera automatically restores the initial factory default
setting for the applicable mode.
To do this:
Select this setting:
Display guidance text when you
select an icon on the monitor screen.
On
Off
Turn off Icon Help
IMPORTANT!
• The icons listed below do not appear on the display
while Icon Help is turned off.
— Flash mode
— Focus mode
— White balance
icon (page 62)
icon (page 73)
— The following table shows what happens when you turn
mode memory on or off for each mode.
icon (page 83)
AWB
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
113
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
Function
On
Off
BEST
BEST SHOT status
cancel
SHOT*1
2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Memory”, and
then press [̈].
Flash
Focus
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Spot
Multi
Off
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the item you want to
change, and then press [̈].
White Balance
ISO
AF Area
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
Setting when
camera is
turned off
Metering
want, and then press [SET].
Self-timer
Flash Intensity
Digital Zoom
To do this:
Select this setting:
On
0
Turn on mode memory so settings
are restored at power on
On
Last Auto Focus
position that was in
effect before you
switched to manual
focus
Turn off mode memory so settings
are initialized at power on
Off
MF Position
Zoom Position*2
Wide
*1 Specifies whether startup is performed with BEST
SHOT scene selection as-is. When on, starts up
with the last used BEST SHOT scene but turning off
starts up with auto status.
*2 Only the optical zoom position is remembered.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
114
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
Specifying ISO Sensitivity
• Note that BEST SHOT mode settings take priority
over mode memory settings. If you turn the camera
off while in the BEST SHOT mode, all settings
except for “Zoom Position” will be configured
according to the BEST SHOT sample scene when
you turn it back on again, regardless of mode
memory on/off settings.
You can change the ISO sensitivity setting for better
images in places where lighting is dim or when you are
using faster shutter speeds.
• ISO sensitivity is expressed in terms of values that
originally indicated the sensitivity to light for photographic
film. A larger value indicates higher sensitivity, which is
better for recording when available lighting is dim.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “ISO”, and
then press [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you want
and then press [SET].
To get this:
Select this setting:
Auto
Automatic sensitivity selection
Lower sensitivity
ISO 50
ISO 100
ISO 200
Higher sensitivity
ISO 400
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
115
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
Selecting the Metering Mode
• Under certain conditions, a high shutter speed in
combination with a high ISO sensitivity setting can
cause digital noise (graininess), which makes an
image appear rough. For clean, good-quality images,
use the lowest ISO sensitivity setting possible.
• Using a high ISO sensitivity setting along with the
flash to shoot a nearby subject may result in
improper illumination of the subject.
The metering mode determines what part of the subject is
metered for exposure. You can use the following procedure
to change the camera’s metering mode.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Metering”,
and then press [̈].
• “Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for movie
recording, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity
setting.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
NOTE
• You can use the key customization feature (page
110) to configure the camera so the ISO sensitivity
setting changes whenever you press [̇] and [̈]
while in the REC mode.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
116
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Multi (Multi pattern)
IMPORTANT!
Multi (Multi pattern) metering divides the
image into sections and measures the
light in each section for a balanced
exposure reading. The camera
automatically determines shooting
conditions according to the measured
lighting pattern, and makes exposure
settings accordingly. This type of
metering provides error-free exposure
settings for a wide range of shooting
conditions.
• When “Multi” is selected as the metering mode,
certain procedures cause the metering mode setting
to change automatically as described below.
• Changing the exposure compensation setting (page
81) to a value other than 0.0 changes the metering
mode setting to “Center Weighted.” The metering
mode changes back to “Multi” when you return the
exposure compensation setting to 0.0.
• When “Multi” is selected, the icon is not displayed
when you return to the REC mode information
display (page 26).
Center Weighted
Center weighted metering measures
light concentrating on the center of the
focus area. Use this metering method
when you want to exert some control
over exposure, without leaving settings
totally up to the camera.
Spot
Spot metering takes readings at a very
small area. Use this metering method
when you want exposure to be set
according to the brightness of a
particular subject, without it being
affected by surrounding conditions.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
117
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Using the Filter Function
Specifying Outline Sharpness
The camera’s filter function lets you alter the tint of an
image when you record it.
Use the following procedure to control the sharpness of
image outlines.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Filter”, and
then press [̈].
2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Sharpness”,
and then press [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
want, and then press [SET].
• Available filter settings are: Off, B/W, Sepia, Red,
Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Purple
To get this:
Select this setting:
High sharpness
+2
+1
0
IMPORTANT!
Normal sharpness
Low sharpness
• Using the camera’s filter feature produces the same
effect as attaching a color filter to the lens.
–1
–2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
118
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Specifying Color Saturation
Specifying Contrast
Use the following procedure to control the intensity of the
image you are recording.
Use this procedure to adjust the relative difference
between the light areas and dark areas of the image you
are recording.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation”,
and then press [̈].
2. Select the “Quality” tab, select “Contrast”,
and then press [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
want, and then press [SET].
want, and then press [SET].
To get this:
Select this setting:
To get this:
Select this setting:
High color saturation (intensity)
+2
+1
0
High contrast
+2
+1
0
Normal color saturation (intensity)
Low color saturation (intensity)
Normal contrast
Low contrast
–1
–2
–1
–2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
119
OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS
Resetting the Camera
Use the following procedure to reset all of the camera’s
settings to their initial defaults as shown under “Menu
Reference” on page 218.
1. Press [MENU].
2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Reset”, and
then press [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Reset”, and then
press [SET].
• To cancel the procedure without resetting, select
“Cancel” and press [SET].
IMPORTANT!
• The following are not initialized when you reset the
camera (page 219).
— Home Time setup
— World Time setup
— Time setting
— Date Style
— Language
— Video Out
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
120
PLAYBACK
You can use the camera’s built-in monitor screen to view
images after you record them.
2. Use [̈] (forward) or [̇] (back) to scroll
through files on the monitor screen.
Basic Playback Operation
Use the following procedure to scroll through files stored in
the camera’s memory.
NOTE
[
]
1. Press [ ] (PLAY) to turn
on the camera.
• Holding down [̇] or [̈] scrolls images at high
speed.
• In order to allow for faster playback image scrolling,
the image that initially appears on the monitor screen
is a preview image, which is of somewhat lower
quality than the actual display image. The actual
display image appears a short while after the preview
image. This does not apply to images copied from
another digital camera.
• This enters the PLAY mode
and causes an image or a
message to appear on the
monitor screen.
PLAY mode file type Folder name/ File name
Image quality
Image size
Date and time
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
121
PLAYBACK
IMPORTANT!
Playing an Audio Snapshot
Perform the steps below to display an audio snapshot
• Audio volume can be adjusted only when playback is
being performed or is paused.
(indicated by
) and play its audio.
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] until the
image you want is displayed.
2. Press [SET].
• This plays back the
audio that accompanies
the displayed image.
• You can perform the
following operations
while audio is playing.
To do this:
Do this:
Fast forward or fast reverse
the audio
Hold down [̇] or [̈].
Pause and unpause audio
playback
Press [SET].
Press [̄] and then use [̆]
and [̄].
Adjust audio volume
Changing display contents
Cancel playback
Press [̆] (DISP).
Press [MENU].
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
122
PLAYBACK
3. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to shift the image
Zooming the Display Image
up, down, left, or right.
Perform the following procedure to zoom the image
currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal
size.
4. Press [MENU] to return the image to its
original size.
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to display
IMPORTANT!
the image you want.
• Depending on the original size of the recorded
image, you may not be able to zoom a display image
the full eight times normal size.
Current zoom factor
2. Shift the zoom
controller towards
Original image
(
) to enlarge the
image.
• This zooms the image.
• An indicator appears in
the lower right corner,
that shows what part of
the original image is
currently displayed on
the monitor screen.
Displayed part
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
123
B
PLAYBACK
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the setting you
Resizing an Image
want, and then press [SET].
You can resize a recorded image to one of three sizes.
• When selecting the image size, the image size value
(pixels) will alternate on the display with a
corresponding print size. The print size indicates the
optimum paper size when you print an image that is
the image size you select.
1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU].
2. Select the “PLAY”
tab, select “Resize”,
and then press [̈].
Image Size
Print Size
×
3M
2M
2048 1536 A4 Print
Larger
• Note that this operation is
possible only when a
snapshot image is on the
monitor screen.
×
1600 × 1200 3.5˝ 5˝ Print
E-mail (optimum size when
attaching image to e-mail)
×
VGA 640 480
Smaller
* “M” stands for “Mega.”
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to scroll through images and
• To cancel the resize operation, select “Cancel”.
display the one you want to resize.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
124
PLAYBACK
IMPORTANT!
Cropping an Image
• Resizing an image creates a new file that contains
the image in the size you select. The file with the
original image also remains in memory.
• Note that you cannot resize the following types of
images.
You can use the following procedure to crop a portion of an
enlarged image.
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to scroll
through images and display the one you want
to crop.
×
— 640 480 pixel and smaller images
— Movie images and the voice recording file icon
— Images created with MOTION PRINT
— Images recorded with another camera
• The resize operation cannot be performed when
there is not enough memory to store the resized
image.
• When you display a resized image on the camera’s
monitor screen, the date and time that appear when
the image is displayed indicate when the image was
originally recorded, not when the image was resized.
• When a resized image is displayed on the calendar
screen (page 137), it will appear on the date it was
resized.
2. Press [MENU].
Current zoom factor
3. Select the “PLAY”
tab, select
Original image
“Trimming”, and then
press [̈].
• An indicator appears in
the lower right corner,
that shows what part of
the original image is
currently displayed on
the monitor screen.
Displayed part
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
125
PLAYBACK
IMPORTANT!
4. Move the zoom controller left and right to
zoom the image.
• Trimming an image causes the original (pre-trimmed)
image and the new (trimmed) version to be stored as
separate files.
• Note that you cannot crop the following types of
images.
— Movie images and the voice recording file icon
— Images created with MOTION PRINT
— Images recorded with another camera
• The cropping operation cannot be performed when
there is not enough memory to store the cropped
image.
• When you display a cropped image on the camera’s
monitor screen, the date and time that appear when
the image is displayed indicate when the image was
originally recorded, not when the image was
cropped.
• The part of the image displayed on the monitor
screen is the cropped part.
5. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to to scroll the part
to be cropped up, down, left, and right.
6. Press [SET] to extract the part of the image
enclosed in the cropping boundary.
• If you want to cancel the procedure at any point,
press [MENU].
• When a cropped image is displayed on the calendar
screen (page 137), it will appear on the date it was
cropped.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
126
PLAYBACK
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Correct”, and then
Keystone Correction
press [SET].
Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a
blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other
rectangular object that is out of square because it was
recorded at an angle.
• Select “Cancel” to exit the procedure without
performing keystone correction.
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to scroll
through images on the monitor screen and
display the one you want to correct.
2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Keystone”, and
then press [̈].
• This causes a screen that shows all of the objects in
the image that qualify as candidates for keystone
correction to appear.
• Note that the above step is possible only when there
is a snapshot displayed on the monitor screen.
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to
select the candidate
you want to correct.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
127
PLAYBACK
IMPORTANT!
Using Color Restoration to Correct the
Color of an Old Photograph
Color restoration let you correct the old color of a
photograph shot with a digital camera. This function is
useful for correcting existing old photographs, posters, etc.
• Performing keystone correction on an image causes
a new (corrected) version to be stored as a separate
file.
• Keystone correction cannot be performed on the
following types of images.
— Movie images and the voice recording file icon
— Images created with MOTION PRINT
— Images recorded with another camera
• The keystone correction operation cannot be
performed if there is not enough memory to store the
corrected image.
• When you display a corrected image on the camera’s
monitor screen, the date and time indicate when the
image was originally recorded, not when the image
was corrected.
1. In the PLAY mode, use [̇] and [̈] to scroll
through images on the monitor screen and
display the one you want to correct.
2. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Color
Correction”, and then press [̈].
3. Use [̇] and [̈] to select the photograph
candidate you want.
• When a keystone corrected image appears on the
full-month calendar screen, it is displayed on the
date that it was corrected (page 137).
4. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Correct”, and then
press [SET].
• This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor
screen.
• To exit color restoration without storing anything,
select “Cancel”.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
128
PLAYBACK
IMPORTANT!
5. Move the zoom controller left and right to
zoom the cropping boundary.
• Correcting an image causes a new (corrected)
version to be stored as a separate file.
• Note that you cannot correct the following types of
images.
• Resize the cropping boundary as required to crop the
area you want.
— Movie images and the voice recording file icon
— Images created with MOTION PRINT
— Images recorded with another camera
• The color correct operation cannot be performed if
there is not enough memory to store the corrected
image.
6. Use [̆], [̄], [̇], and [̈] to move the
cropping boundary to the location you want,
and then press [SET].
• The camera will correct color automatically and save
the image.
• When you display a restored image on the camera’s
monitor screen, the date and time indicate when the
image was originally recorded, not when the image
was corrected.
• When a corrected image appears on the full-month
calendar screen, it is displayed on the date that it
was corrected (page 137).
• If you do not want a border around the image,
configure the cropping boundary so it is slightly
inside of the boundary of the displayed image.
• To exit color restoration without saving anything,
press [MENU].
NOTE
• If you want to record the image of an old photograph
with this camera and restore the resulting image, see
“Restoring an Old Photograph” on page 97.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
129
PLAYBACK
To do this:
Do this:
Playing and Editing a Movie
Playing a Movie
Use the following procedure to play a movie you recorded
with this camera.
Fast forward or fast reverse
playback
• Each press increases the speed
one more step.
Press [̇] or [̈].
Return fast forward or fast
reverse movie playback to normal Press [SET].
speed
Elapsed recording time
1. In the PLAY mode,
Pause movie playback
Press [SET].
Movie icon
use [̇] and [̈] to
Scroll paused playback one
frame
Press [̇] or [̈].
scroll through movies
on the monitor screen
and display the one
you want.
Stop movie playback
Press [MENU].
Adjust the movie audio volume
level
Press [̄] and then use
[̆] and [̄].
Toggle monitor screen indicators
on and off
Press [̆] (DISP).
Move the zoom
Zoom the movie image
controller towards
Image quality
(
).
Scroll a zoomed movie image on
the monitor screen
Use [̆], [̄], [̇], [̈].
2. Press [SET].
• This starts playback of the movie.
• You can perform the following operations while a
movie is playing.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
130
PLAYBACK
IMPORTANT!
Editing a Movie
Use the procedure in this section to edit and delete movies.
Editing operations let you cut everything before or after a
specific frame, or to cut everything between two frames.
• You can adjust the volume level of movie audio
during movie playback only.
• You can zoom a movie up to 3.5 times normal size.
• Playback may not be possible for movies not
recorded with this camera.
IMPORTANT!
• Cut operations cannot be undone. Make sure you
really want to cut the part of the movie you are
specifying before executing the cut operation.
• Movie editing is not possible for movies not recorded
with this camera.
• A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be
edited.
• Certain types of memory cards can cause the movie
cut operation to take considerable time. This is
normal and does not indicate malfunction.
• You will not be able to perform the cut operation if
the amount of memory available is less than the size
of the movie file you are cutting. If this happens,
delete any files you no longer need to free up more
memory.
• Splicing of two different movies into a single movie or
cutting one movie into multiple parts are not
supported by camera operations.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
131
PLAYBACK
4. Display the frame where you want the cut to
be located.
I To cut everything before or after a specific
frame
To do this:
Do this:
1. While the movie you
are editing is playing,
press [SET].
Fast forward or fast reverse
playback
Press [̇] or [̈].
Pause or unpause movie
playback
Press [SET].
• This will pause movie
playback.
Scroll paused playback one
frame
Press [̇] or [̈].
Cancel the cut operation
Press [MENU].
2. Press [̄].
• The red portion of the
indicator bar shows
what part will be cut.
• You can also display the same screen while in the
PLAY mode, by pressing [MENU], selecting the
“PLAY” tab, selecting “Movie Editing”, and then
pressing [̈].
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select the operation you
want to perform.
To do this:
Select this setting:
Cut
Cut everything before a
specific frame
Cut everything after a specific
frame
Cut
Exit the cut mode
Cancel
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
132
PLAYBACK
5. When the frame you
want is displayed,
press [̄].
I To cut everything between two specific
frames
1. While the movie is
playing, press [SET].
• This will pause movie
playback.
6. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Yes,” and then
press [SET].
2. Press [̄].
• The message “Busy.... Please wait...” will remain on
the display as the cut operation is performed. Cutting
is complete when the message disappears.
• You can also display the same screen while in the
PLAY mode, by pressing [MENU], selecting the
“PLAY” tab, selecting “Movie Editing”, and then
pressing [̈].
• Select “No” to exit the cut mode.
3. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “
Cut”, and
then press [SET].
• Select “Cancel” to exit the cut mode.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
133
PLAYBACK
4. Display the starting frame where you want the
first cut to be located.
6. Referring to step 4,
search for the cut end
screen. When the cut
end screen is
To do this:
Do this:
Fast forward or fast reverse
playback
displayed, press [̄].
Press [̇] or [̈].
• The red portion of the
indicator bar shows what
part will be cut.
Pause or unpause movie
playback
Press [SET].
Scroll paused playback one
frame
Press [̇] or [̈].
7. Use [̆] and [̄] to select “Yes”, and then
Cancel the cut operation
Press [MENU].
press [SET].
• The message “Busy.... Please wait...” will remain on
the display as the cut operation is performed. Cutting
is complete when the message disappears.
5. When the frame you
want is displayed,
press [̄].
• Select “No” to exit the cut mode.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
134
|