E Digital Camera 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.
Unpacking As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer. Digital camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60) Charger unit (BC-60L) To attach the strap to the camera Attach strap here. * The shape of the power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.
Read this first! • The contents of this manual and the bundled Basic Reference are subject to change without notice. • The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production process. Feel free to contact us if you notice anything that is questionable, erroneous, etc. • Any copying of the contents of this User’s Guide, either in part or its entirety, is forbidden. Except for your own personal use, any other use of the contents of this manual without the permission of CASIO COMPUTER CO.
Contents Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Read this first! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monitor Screen Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 2 ... 3 ... 9 . .
❚❙ Recording Movie Images and Audio To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Prerecord Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recording Audio Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Voice Recording) 50 .. .. .. .. 50 52 53 53 ❚ To play back an audio recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
❚ ❚ ❚ ❚ Controlling Image Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Sharpness) . . . Controlling Color Saturation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Saturation) . . . Adjusting Image Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Contrast) . . . Specifying Flash Intensity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Flash Intensity) . . . ❚❙ Viewing Snapshots and Movies 87 87 87 87 88 Viewing Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
❚❙ Printing 117 Printing Snapshots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 ❚❙ Using the Camera with a Computer 123 Things you can do using a computer... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time Stamping Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Timestamp) Setting the Camera’s Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Adjust) Specifying the Date Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Date Style) Specifying the Display Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Language) Specifying the Initial Data Mode Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (DATA View) Configuring Sleep State Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Guide The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained. .
Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes. They do not represent screens that actually appear on the camera. .
. Movie Recording Panel : Show 12 3 1Focus mode (page 66) 2White balance setting (page 84) 3Recording mode (page 50) 4Remaining movie memory capacity 45 (page 50) 9 8 5Movie recording time (page 50) 6Exposure compensation (page 46) level indicator (page 18) 6 7Battery 8Histogram (page 162) 9Anti Shake (page 75) 7 Panel : Hide 12 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 11
. Snapshot Viewing 1 2 3 bq bp 4 5 6 7 8 9 bo bn bm bl bk 1File type 2Protect indicator (page 108) 3Folder name/file name (page 140) 4Snapshot image quality (page 82) 5Snapshot image size (page 33) 6ISO sensitivity (page 85) 7Aperture value 8Shutter speed 9Date/time (page 47) bkMetering mode (page 86) blWhite balance setting (page 105) bmFlash (page 36) bnRecording mode boBattery level indicator (page 18) bpHistogram (page 162) bqExposure compensation (page 46) .
Quick Start Basics What is a digital camera? A digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete images a countless number of times. Record Delete Play You can use the images you record in a variety of different ways. Store images on your computer. Print images. 13 Attach images to e-mail.
What you can do with your CASIO camera Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, including the following three main functions. Dynamic Photo Extract a moving subject out of a series of Continuous Shutter images you have shot and insert them into another image to create a Dynamic Photo image that features the moving subject. See page 114 for more information.
First, charge the battery prior to use. Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps under “To charge the battery” to bring the battery to a full charge. • Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60) for power. Never try to use any other type of battery. To charge the battery 1. Positioning the positive + and negative - terminals of the battery with those of the charger unit, load the battery into the charger unit. 2.
Other Charging Precautions • Use the special charger (BC-60L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-60). Never use any other type of charger device. Attempting to use a different charger can result in unexpected accident. • A battery that is still warm due to normal use may not charge fully. Give the battery time to cool before charging it. • A battery discharges slightly even when it is not loaded in the camera.
To load the battery 1. Open the battery cover. 1 Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and then open it as indicated by the arrows in the illustration. 2 2. Load the battery. With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), hold the stopper next to the battery in the direction indicated by the arrow as you slide the battery into the camera. Press the battery in until the stopper secures it in place. Stopper Battery contacts EXILIM logo Front 3.
Checking Remaining Battery Power As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. Remaining Power High Battery Indicator Indicator Color Cyan Low * * * Amber * * Red * Red indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible. Recording is not possible when is indicated. Charge the battery immediately. • The level shown by the battery indicator may change when you switch between the REC mode and PLAY mode.
Configuring Basic Settings the First Time You Turn On the Camera The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings. Failure to set the date and time correctly will cause the wrong date and time data to be recorded with images. IMPORTANT! • A screen for language selection will not appear in step 2 of the procedure below if you purchased a camera intended for the Japanese market.
If you make a mistake configuring display language, date, or time settings with the above procedure, refer to the following pages for information about how to correct the settings. – Display language: Page 157 – Date and time: Page 156 NOTE • Each country controls its local time offset and the use of summer time, and so they are subject to change.
To load a memory card 1. Press [ON/OFF] to turn off the camera and then open the battery cover. 1 Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and then open it as indicated by the arrows in the illustration. 2. 2 Load a memory card. Positioning the memory card so its front is facing upwards (towards the monitor screen side of the camera), slide it into the card slot all the way in until you hear it click securely into place. Front Front 3. Close the battery cover.
To format (initialize) a new memory card You need to format a new memory card before using it for the first time. 1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Format” and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Format” and then press [SET]. IMPORTANT! • Formatting a memory card that already has snapshots or other files on it, will delete its contents. Normally you do not need to format a memory card again.
Turning the Camera On and Off To turn power on To enter the REC mode, press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC). To enter the PLAY mode, press [p] (PLAY). The back lamp will light (green) momentarily and the camera will turn on. If you are entering the REC mode, the lens will extend from the camera at this time. • Take care to ensure that nothing is restricting or coming into contact with the lens as it extends. Holding the lens with your hand so it cannot extend creates the risk of malfunction.
To shoot a snapshot 1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera. Make sure R is on the display. If it isn’t, see page 55. Snapshot mode icon Monitor screen Shutter button [r] (REC) Remaining Snapshot Memory Capacity (page 188) 2. Point the camera at the subject. You can zoom the image, if you want.
3. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image. Back lamp When focus is complete, the camera will beep, the back lamp will light green, and the focus frame will turn green. Focus frame Half-press Press lightly until the button stops. Beep, beep (Image is in focus.) 4. When you half-press the shutter button, the camera automatically adjusts exposure and focuses on the subject it is currently pointed at.
. Using Quick Shutter Fully pressing the shutting button without waiting for Auto Focus to operate will record using Quick Shutter (page 79). • With Quick Shutter, the camera focuses faster than normal Auto Focus, which means you can capture quick moving action more easily. Note, however, that some images may be out of focus when Quick Shutter is used. • Whenever possible, take a little extra time to half-press the shutter button in order to ensure proper focus. . If the image does not focus...
Holding the Camera Correctly Your images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button, be sure to hold the camera as shown in the illustration below, and keep it still by pressing your arms firmly against your sides as you shoot. Holding the camera still, carefully press the shutter button and take care to avoid all movement as the shutter releases and for a few moments after it releases.
Viewing Snapshots Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. • For information about how to play back movies, see page 88. 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode. • This will display one of the snapshots currently stored in memory. • Information about the displayed snapshot also is included (page [p] (PLAY) 188). • You also can clear the information to view only the snapshot (page 162).
Deleting Images If memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage and record more images. IMPORTANT! • Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone. • Deleting an audio snapshot (page 112) deletes both the snapshot and the audio file. To delete a single file 1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ( ). 2. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the one you want to delete is displayed. 3.
Snapshot Shooting Precautions Operation • Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in the image you just shot being saved incorrectly, damage to other images stored in memory, malfunction of the camera, etc. • If unwanted light is shining directly onto the lens, shade the lens with your hand when shooting an image.
Snapshot Tutorial Using the Control Panel The Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. This will select one of the Control Panel icons and display its settings. [8] [2] [4] [6] Available settings Control Panel [SET] 2. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to change.
Specifying Control Panel Items You can use the following procedure to specify the eight items you want on the Control Panel. 1. While the Control Panel is displayed, press [MENU]. • This will display a menu of Control Panel items, with the items currently selected for display shown in green. 2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select an item you want on the Control Panel and then press [SET]. This will cause the lamp next to the item to light. 3.
Changing the Image Size (Size) . Pixels A digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detail there will be. However, you generally can do with fewer pixels when printing an image (L size) through a print service, attaching an image to e-mail, when viewing the image on a computer, etc. Pixel . About image sizes The size of an image indicates how many pixels it contains, and is expressed as horizontal pixelsxvertical pixels.
Image Size Selection Tips Note that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space. Large Number of Pixels More detail, but takes up more memory. Best when you plan to print large-size prints (such as A3 size). Small Number of Pixels Less detail, but takes up less memory. Best when you want to send images by e-mail, etc. • For information about image size, image quality, and number of images that can be stored, see page 188. • For information about movie image size, see page 83.
. To select the image size 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Image Size). 3. Use [4] and [6] to select an image size and then press [SET]. Image Size (Pixels) Suggested Print Size and Application 12M (4000x3000) Poster Print 3:2 (4000x2656) Poster Print 16:9 (4000x2240) HDTV 8M (3264x2448) A3 Print 5M (2560x1920) A3 Print 3M (2048x1536) A4 Print Best when preserving memory capacity is relatively more important than image quality.
Using Flash (Flash) 1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET]. ) once. When the “R Panel” menu item (page 150) is “Hide” (so the Control Panel is not displayed), pressing [2] ( ) will cycle through the available flash settings. 3. Flash [2] ( ) > Auto Flash Flash fires automatically in accordance with exposure (amount of light and brightness) conditions. ? Flash Off Flash does not fire. < Flash On Flash always fires.
NOTE • Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash. • The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close. • Flash charging time (page 191) depends on operating conditions (battery condition, ambient temperature, etc.). • Shooting with flash turned off when lighting is dim results in a slow shutter speed, which can cause image blur due to camera movement. Under such conditions, secure the camera with a tripod, etc.
Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area) Í Spot This mode takes readings of a small area in the center of the image. This setting works well with focus lock (page 69). È Multi When you half-press the shutter button while this setting selected, the camera will select the optimum Auto Focus area from among nine possible areas. The focus frame of the area where the camera focuses will be displayed in green.
IMPORTANT! • “È Multi” cannot be selected for the Auto Focus area while you are using Face Detection (page 43). • “Ë Tracking” cannot be selected for the Auto Focus area while you are using Auto Shutter (page 71). Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) You can use this setting to optimize the balance between bright areas and dark areas when shooting images. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fourth Control Panel option from the top (Lighting). 3.
Using Continuous Shutter (CS) Your camera has four continuous shutter modes. CS speed Maximum CS Shots Recorded Image Size Flash Mode Z CS: Normal Speed CS Depends on Until memory card memory capacity full According to image size setting According to flash mode setting Z CS: 4 fps 4 images per second 8 shots 2M (1600x1200 pixels) fixed Flash Off Z CS: 10 fps 10 images per second 20 shots 1.
Specifying the Method for Saving Continuous Shutter Images Specify the method to use for saving images recorded with the following continuous shutter (CS) modes. CS: 4fps/10fps 1. After continuous shutter shooting is finished, use [8] and [2] to select the save method you want and then press [SET]. Save Selected The shot images are played back at slow speed so you can select the images you want to save.
IMPORTANT! • If there is not enough available capacity on the memory card, you may not be able to record the number of CS images indicated on the monitor screen. Make sure your memory card has sufficient remaining capacity before shooting with using continuous shutter. • With continuous shutter, exposure and focus for the first image are applied for successive images as well. • When using a continuous shutter mode, keep the camera still until shooting is finished.
Using Face Detection (Face Detection) When shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up to ten individuals and adjusts focus and brightness accordingly. 1. In the REC mode, press [4] or [6] to turn off the Make-up Mode. • The Face Detection icon G will be displayed on the monitor screen while the Make-up Mode is turned off. • If pressing [4] or [6] does not turn off the Make-up Mode, it means that the Make-up Mode setting is not assigned to the [4] and [6] keys.
Tips for Best Face Detection Results • The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face. • Always make sure that Auto Focus (AF) is selected as the focus mode when shooting with face detection. • Face detection may take a bit longer when you hold the camera sideways. • Detection of the following types of faces is not supported. – Face that is obstructed by hair, sunglasses, a hat, etc.
Shooting with the Make-up Mode (Make-up) The Make-up Mode smoothes the skin texture of the subject and softens facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. 1. In the REC mode, press [4] or [6] to turn on the Make-up Mode. • The Make-up Mode icon ± will be displayed on the monitor screen while the Make-up Mode is turned on. • If pressing [4] or [6] does not turn on the Make-up Mode, it means that the Make-up Mode setting is not assigned to the [4] and [6] keys.
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it. • Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV • Unit: 1/3EV 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the second Control Panel option from the bottom (EV Shift). 3. Use [4] and [6] to adjust the exposure compensation value. [6]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best for light-colored subjects and backlit subjects. [4]: Decreases the EV value.
Changing the Control Panel Date/Time Style 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select the bottom Control Panel option (Date/Time). Use [4] and [6] to select the date or time. NOTE • You can select either of two display style (page 157) for the date: Month/Day or Day/Month. • The time is displayed using 24-hour format.
NOTE • The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you record using digital zoom without image deterioration (page 49). • Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against image blur due to camera movement when shooting with telephoto. • Performing a zoom operation changes the lens aperture. • Digital zoom only is available during movie recording.
• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 33). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can use before reaching the image deterioration point. • Though digital zoom generally causes a deterioration of image quality, some digital zoom without image deterioration is possible with image sizes of “8M” and smaller. The range in which you can use digital zoom without image deterioration is indicated on the display. The deterioration point depends on the image size.
Recording Movie Images and Audio To record a movie 1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 83). The length of the movie you can record will depend on the quality setting you select. 2. In the REC mode, press [0] (Movie). Remaining recording time (page 189) This will start recording and display Y on the monitor screen. Movie recording includes monaural audio. 3. [0] (Movie) Press [0] again to stop recording.
NOTE • Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. • The camera also records audio. Note the following points when shooting a movie. – Take care that the microphone is not blocked by your fingers, etc. – Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record.
Using Prerecord Movie With this feature, the camera prerecords up to four seconds of whatever is happening in front of the lens in a buffer that is continually updated. Pressing [0] saves the prerecorded action (buffer contents) followed by real-time recording. Real-time recording continues until you stop it. [0] [0] Movie Recording start 4-second prerecorded part (from the buffer) Recording end . To set up the camera to shoot with Prerecord Movie 1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (^). 2.
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie 1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button. Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorded. NOTE • You can use [2] ( ) while shooting a movie to change the flash mode setting. • Movie recording is interrupted for a few seconds at the point where a snapshot is recorded. • Shooting a snapshot during movie recording is not possible while any one of the following BEST SHOT scenes is selected.
NOTE • You can use [8] (DISP) during audio recording to toggle the monitor screen on and off. • When monitor screen contents are turned off, selecting the “Voice Recording” scene will cause the monitor screen to turn off immediately (page 162). About audio data • Audio files can be played back on a computer with Windows Media Player or QuickTime. – Audio Data: WAVE/IMA-ADPCM (WAV extension) To play back an audio recording 1.
Using BEST SHOT What is BEST SHOT? BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditions. When you need to change the setup of the camera, simply find the scene that matches what you are trying to achieve, and the camera sets up for it automatically. This helps to minimize the chance of ruined images due to poor exposure and shutter speed settings.
3. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene. This returns to the REC mode. • The settings of the scene you selected remain in effect until you select a different scene. • To select a different BEST SHOT scene, repeat the above procedure from step 1. 4. Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [0] (if you are shooting a movie).
. BEST SHOT Precautions • The following BEST SHOT scenes cannot be used while recording a movie: Dynamic Photo, Multi-motion Image, ID Photo, Business cards and documents, White board, etc., Self-portrait (1 person), Self-portrait (2 people) • The following BEST SHOT scenes cannot be used while shooting a snapshot: Prerecord (Movie), For YouTube. • The Voice Recording scene cannot be used while shooting a snapshot or recording a movie.
Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setups You can save up to 999 camera setups as user BEST SHOT scenes for instant recall whenever you need them. 1. On the BEST SHOT scene menu, select the scene named BEST SHOT (Register User Scene). 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the snapshot or movie whose setup you want to save. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Save”, and then press [SET]. Your BEST SHOT scene will be assigned the name “Recall User Scene”, along with a scene number.
Shooting with AUTO BEST SHOT With AUTO BEST SHOT, the camera automatically selects the BEST SHOT scene that suits your subject and shooting conditions, and configures its settings accordingly. The following are the scenes selected automatically by AUTO BEST SHOT. Portrait, Scenery, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Macro, Sports, etc. 1. Press [BS] (^) and then select the “AUTO BEST SHOT” scene. 2. Point the camera at the subject.
Shooting ID Photographs You can use this procedure to shoot a portrait and then print it out in the following standard ID photo sizes: 30x24mm, 40x30mm, 45x35mm, 50x40mm, 55x45mm. 1. Press [BS] (^) and then select the “ID Photo” scene. 2. Press the shutter button to shoot a portrait of the person for whom you want to create an ID photo. 3. Adjust the position of the face in the image. [8] [2] [4] [6] :Moves the portrait up, down, left, and right. Zoom controller :Zooms the portrait in and out.
Shooting Images of Business Cards and Documents A process called “keystone correction” makes lines straight and natural, even if rectangular subjects are shot from an angle. Before keystone correction After keystone correction Business cards and documents White board, etc. BEST SHOT has two scenes. 1. Press [BS] (^) and then select the “Business cards and documents” or “White board, etc.” scene. 2. Press the shutter button to shoot the image.
NOTE • When composing an image like the ones shown above, make sure that the entire outline of the object you are trying to shoot is enclosed within the monitor screen. • Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out. • VGA size images are stored as VGA size images. All other size images are stored as 2M (1600x1200 pixels) images. • Digital zoom is disabled while shooting with the “White board, etc.” and “Business cards and documents” scenes.
NOTE • You can shoot with the self-portrait feature in combination with a continuous shutter (CS) mode (page 40). Operation is the same as that when a continuous shutter (CS) mode is used in combination with Auto Shutter. See page 73 for more information. IMPORTANT! • If the camera remains in Auto Shutter standby without releasing the shutter, you can record an image by pressing the shutter button all the way down again.
Advanced Settings The following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings. • You also can use the Control Panel (page 31) to configure some of the settings that appear on the menu screen. Refer to the page references provided in this section for information about configuring settings using the Control Panel. Using On-screen Menus . Example Menu Screen Operation Press [MENU] to display the menu screen. • Menu contents are different in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you want, and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting. 5. After the setting is the way you want, press [SET]. • Pressing [4] registers the selected setting and returns to the menu. • To configure settings on another tab after pressing [4] to return to the menu, use [8] to move the highlighting up to the tabs, and then use [4] and [6] to select the tab you want. Example: When “Focus” is selected on the “REC” tab Tabs Settings .
REC Mode Settings (REC) Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus Settings Type of Shot Focus Mode Snapshot Q Auto Focus General recording Automatic ´ Macro Close ups Automatic E Pan Focus Shooting with a relatively wide focus range ) Infinity Scenery and other distant subjects W Manual Focus When you want to focus manually Movies Approximate Focus Range*1 Snapshot Movies Approximately 40 cm to 9 (infinity) (1.
*4 (m) Normal Macro Zoom Steps Close Up Telephoto Center distance Z1 (Wide) Approx. 0.85 (2.8') 9 0.26 (10.2") 2 Approx. 1.10 (3.6') 9 0.30 (11.8") 3 Approx. 1.40 (4.6') 9 0.33 (13.0") 4 Approx. 1.70 (5.6') 9 0.38 (15.0") 5 Approx. 2.30 (7.5') 9 0.43 (16.9") 6 Approx. 2.90 (9.5') 9 0.48 (18.9") 7 (Tele) Approx. 3.50 (11.5') 9 0.53 (20.9") NOTE • Above values are for reference only. For movie macro, the focus range is a few centimeters within the center distance.
To focus with manual focus 1. On the monitor screen, compose the image so the subject you want to focus on is within the yellow boundary. 2. Watching the image on the monitor screen use [4] and [6] to adjust focus. • At this time the image that is within the boundary will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids in focusing. If you do not perform any operation for two seconds while the enlarged image is displayed, the screen in step 1 will re-appear.
Using Focus Lock “Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to compose an image in which the subject you want to focus on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen. • To use focus lock, select “Í Spot” or “Ë Tracking” for the Auto Focus area (page 38). 1. 2. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with the subject you want to focus on and then halfpress the shutter button.
Using the Self-timer (Self-timer) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timer With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. „ 10 sec 10-second Self-timer ‚ 2 sec 2-second Self-timer • When shooting under conditions that slow down the shutter speed, you can use this setting to prevent image blur due to camera movement.
Using Auto Shutter (Auto Shutter) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Auto Shutter With Auto Shutter, the camera releases the shutter automatically when it detects that certain conditions are present. ¸ Detect Blur Camera releases the shutter automatically when it detects image blur to camera and subject movement are minimized. ¯ Detect Panning When panning, the camera releases the shutter automatically when it determines there is no blur in the subject being followed.
. To use Detect Panning to minimize image blur (Detect Panning) 1. Point the camera at location where the subject will pass and then halfpress the shutter button to adjust exposure and focus. 2. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down. This will put the camera into Auto Shutter standby. Move the camera to follow the movement of the subject. The camera will release the shutter automatically the moment it determines there is no blur in the subject you are following.
. To change Auto Shutter trigger sensitivity (Sensitivity) 1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Sensitivity” and then press [6]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the sensitivity setting you want, and then press [SET]. • You can select any one of three sensitivity levels, from ø (Lowest) to œ (Highest). • With the œ (Highest) setting, the auto shutter release is triggered relatively easily. Auto shutter release triggering becomes more difficult with the ø (Lowest) setting, but recorded images have the least blur.
Tips for Better Auto Shutter Snapshots • Using Auto Shutter in combination with Anti Shake (page 75) reduces the chance of image blur even more. • While recording with Detect Blur or Detect Smile, keep the camera as still as possible until the recording operation is complete. IMPORTANT! • If the camera remains in Auto Shutter standby without releasing the shutter, you can record an image by pressing the shutter button all the way down again.
Shooting with Face Detection (Face Detection) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Face Detection For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 43.
Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF Area For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 38. Using the Auto Focus Assist Light (AF Assist Light) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF Assist Light Half-pressing the shutter button while this setting is selected causes the front lamp to light, which provides illumination for focusing in areas where lighting is dim.
Changing the Focus Frame Shape (Focus Frame) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus Frame You can use this procedure to select from among five different shapes, including a heart shape, for the focus frame. Settings ¹ ß ™ ¬ μ Random NOTE • Half-pressing the shutter button will cause the focus frame to change one of the shapes shown below. Focus successful Focus not successful • While “Random” is selected, one of the four focus frames is selected randomly whenever the camera is turned on.
Turning Digital Zoom On or Off (Digital Zoom) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Digital Zoom You can use this setting to turn digital zoom on or off. When digital zoom is turned off, operating the zoom controller zooms the image with optical zoom only. Assigning Functions to the [4] and [6] Keys (L/R Key) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * L/R Key You can assign one of the six functions listed below to the [4] and [6] keys.
Shooting with Quick Shutter (Quick Shutter) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Quick Shutter When Quick Shutter is turned on, you can press the shutter button all the way without waiting for Auto Focus. This will record the image using a high-speed focus operation that is much faster than Auto Focus. On Turns on Quick Shutter • Some images may be out of focus when Quick Shutter is used. Off Turns off Quick Shutter so focus is performed using normal Auto Focus before the image is recorded.
Displaying the On-screen Grid (Grid) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Grid The on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy vertical and horizontal alignment when composing images. Turning on Image Review (Review) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Review While Review is turned on, the camera will display a image for about one second immediately after you press the shutter button to record it.
Configuring Power On Default Settings (Memory) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Memory When you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory items and restores them when you turn it back on. Any memory item that is disabled will be returned to its initial default setting whenever you turn off the camera.
Image Quality Settings (Quality) Specifying Snapshot Size (Size) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Size For details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 35.
Specifying Movie Image Quality (Quality (Movie)) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * » Quality (Movie) Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity of a movie during playback. Shooting with the high-quality (HD) setting will result in better image quality, but it also shortens the amount of time you can shoot.
Controlling White Balance (White Balance) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * White Balance You can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where you are shooting and avoid the blue cast that results when shooting outdoors when it is cloudy, and the green cast that results when shooting under fluorescent lighting.
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISO ISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light. Auto Adjusts sensitivity automatically according to conditions ISO 64 Lower sensitivity Slow shutter speed Less noise ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO 800 Fast shutter speed (Set for shooting in dimly lit ISO 3200 Higher sensitivity areas.
Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Metering The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. B Multi Multi-pattern metering divides the image into sections and measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading. This type of metering provides error-free exposure settings for a wide range of shooting conditions.
Using Built-in Color Filters (Color Filter) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Color Filter Settings: Off, B/W, Sepia, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, and Purple Controlling Image Sharpness (Sharpness) Procedure [r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Sharpness You can specify one of five sharpness settings from +2 (sharpest) to –2 (least sharp).
Viewing Snapshots and Movies Viewing Snapshots See page 28 for the procedure for viewing snapshots. Viewing a Movie 1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the movie you want to view. 2. Press [SET] to start playback. Movie icon: » Recording time Image quality Movie Playback Controls Fast forward/fast reverse [4] [6] • Each press of either button increases the speed of the fast forward or fast reverse operation. • To return to normal playback speed, press [SET].
Viewing Continuous Shutter Images Each time you perform a continuous shutter (CS) operation, the camera creates a CS group that includes all of the images for that particular CS session. You can use the following procedure to play back the images in a particular CS group. 1. Press [p] (PLAY) and then use [4] and [6] to display the CS group whose images you want to view. Number of image files in the CS group CS group icon First image in the CS group 2.
Playback Controls [4] [6] During playback, changes the playback direction and playback speed. While playback is paused, scrolls forward or back. • Playback speed cannot be adjusted while the displayed image is zoomed. [SET] Toggles between pause and play. Zoom controller Zooms the image. • You can use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to scroll the zoomed image on the monitor screen. [MENU] Exits CS group playback. [8] (DISP) Cycles through information display formats. [2] Displays the delete menu.
. Deleting All Files in a CS Group 1. While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2]. 2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Del Group Images” and then press [SET]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes”, and then press [SET]. Dividing Up a CS Group Use the following to divide up a CS Group into individual images. . Dividing Up a Specific CS Group 1. While a CS group folder is displayed, press [MENU]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select “PLAY” tab. 3.
. Dividing Up All CS Groups 1. While a CS group folder is displayed, press [MENU]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select “PLAY” tab. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Divide Group” and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Divide All Groups” and then press [SET]. 5. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes”, and then press [SET]. • Once a CS group is divided, it cannot be regrouped. Zooming an On-screen Image 1.
Displaying the Image Menu 1. In the PLAY mode, slide the zoom controller towards w (]). Boundary Use [8], [2], [4] and [6] to move the selection boundary around the image menu. To view a particular image, use [8], [2], [4], or [6] to move the selection boundary to the image you want and then press [SET]. Displaying Images in the Calendar Screen 1. In the PLAY mode, slide the zoom controller towards w (]) twice. This will display the calendar screen that shows the first image recorded on each day.
Viewing Snapshots and Movies on a TV Screen 1. Use the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect it to the TV. Yellow TV White Video AV cable (bundled) USB/AV port Audio AUDIO IN jacks (white) VIDEO IN jack (yellow) Making sure that the 2 mark on the camera is aligned with the 8 mark of the AV cable connector, connect the cable to the camera. • Make sure that you insert the cable connector into the USB/AV port until you feel it click securely into place.
4. Now you can display images and play back movies as you normally do. IMPORTANT! • Before connecting to a TV to display images, be sure to configure the camera’s [r] (REC) and [p] (PLAY) buttons for “Power On” or “Power On/Off” (page 159). • Audio is initially output by the camera at maximum volume. When you first start displaying images, set the TV volume control at a relatively low level and then adjust it as required. NOTE • Audio is monaural. • Certain TVs may cut off part of the images.
Using Image Roulette 1. With the camera turned off, hold down [4] and [p] (PLAY) until the Image Roulette screen appears on the monitor screen. The Image Roulette screen will cycle randomly through all the snapshots that are currently in memory and finally stop at one. • To perform the Image Roulette operation again, press [4] or [6]. • To exit the Image Roulette screen, press [r] (REC) to enter the REC mode or [ON/OFF] to turn off the camera.
Other Playback Functions (PLAY) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other playback operations. For information about menu operations, see page 64.
Effect Select the effect you want. Pattern 1 to 5: Plays background music and applies an image change effect. • Patterns 1 through 4 have different background music, but they all use the same image change effect. • Pattern 5 can be used for playback of snapshots only, and the “Interval” setting is ignored. • The currently selected image change effect setting is disabled automatically in following cases.
1. Connect the camera to your computer (pages 125, 134). If you plan to save the music files to the camera’s memory card, make sure the card is loaded in the camera. 2. Perform one of the following operations to open the memory card or built-in memory. This will cause the camera to be recognized by your computer as a Removable Disk (Drive). • Windows 1Windows Vista: Start * Computer Windows XP: Start * My Computer Windows 2000: Double-click “My Computer”. 2Double-click “Removable Disk”.
Laying Out Snapshots with Layout Print (Layout Print) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Spnapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Layout Print You can use the following procedure to insert existing snapshots into the frames of a layout and produce a new image that contains multiple snapshots. 1. Use [4] and [6] to select the layout pattern you want and then press [SET]. 2. Use [4] and [6] to select the background color and then press [SET]. 3.
Creating a Snapshot of Movie Frames (MOTION PRINT) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen to be Used * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * MOTION PRINT 1. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the movie frames and display the one you want to use as the image of the MOTION PRINT image. Holding down [4] or [6] scrolls at high speed. 2. 9 frames 1 frame Use [8] and [2] to select either “9 frames” or “1 frame” and then press [SET].
Editing a Movie on the Camera (Movie Editing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Movie Screen of Movie to be Edited * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Movie Editing The Movie Editing feature lets you use one of the following procedures to edit out a specific part of a movie. } Cut (To-Point Cut) Cuts everything from the beginning of the movie up to the current location. ~ Cut (Point-To-Point Cut) Cuts everything between two points. ¡ Cut (From-Point Cut) Cuts everything from the current location to the end of the movie. 1.
3. When the frame where you want the cut point to be is displayed, press [2]. } Cut (To-Point Cut) ~ Cut (Point-To-Point Cut) While the frame you want the cut to be up to is displayed, press [2]. 1While the frame you want the first (From) cut to be is displayed, press [2]. 2While the frame you want the second (To) cut to be is displayed, press [2]. ¡ Cut (From-Point Cut) 4. While the frame you want the cut to be from is displayed, press [2]. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET].
Optimizing Image Brightness (Lighting) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Lighting You can use this setting to optimize the balance between bright areas and dark areas in existing images. +2 Performs a higher level of brightness correction than the “+1” setting. +1 Performs brightness correction. Cancel Does not perform brightness correction. NOTE • Correcting the lighting when shooting produces better results (page 39).
Adjusting White Balance (White Balance) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * White Balance You can use the white balance setting to select a light source type for a recorded image, which will affect the colors of the image. ¤ Daylight Outdoors, fair weather ' Overcast Outdoors, cloudy to rain, in tree shade, etc. “ Shade Very high temperature light, such as building shade, etc.
Adjusting the Brightness of an Existing Snapshot (Brightness) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Brightness You can select one of five brightness levels, from +2 (brightest) to –2 (least bright). NOTE • The original snapshot is retained in memory and not deleted. • When you display an altered image on the camera’s monitor screen, the date and time indicates when the image was originally recorded, not when the image was altered.
Using Color Correction to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph (Color Correction) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Color Correction Color Correction lets you correct the color of an old photograph. The corrected image is saved as 2M (1600x1200 pixels) size. 1. Perform the above operation. • An image of the photograph you are restoring will appear on the monitor screen with a red boundary around it.
Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF Printing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing See page 120 for details. Protecting a File Against Deletion (Protect) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Protect Protects specific files. 1Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the one you want to protect is displayed. 2Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET]. An image that is protected is indicated by the › icon.
Editing the Date and Time of an Image (Date/Time) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Date/Time [8] [2] Changes the setting at the cursor location [4] [6] Moves the cursor between settings [BS] (^) Toggles between 12-hour and 24-hour format When the date and time settings are what you want, press [SET] to apply them. NOTE • The date and time stamped into an image using the Time Stamp (page 156) cannot be edited. • You cannot edit the date and time of an image that is protected.
Resizing a Snapshot (Resize) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Resize You can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can select resize an image to one of three image sizes: 8M, 5M, VGA. • Resizing a 3:2 or 16:9 size snapshot will create an image with an aspect ratio of 4:3, with both sides cut off.
Adding Audio to a Snapshot (Dubbing) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Dubbing You can add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. You can re-record a snapshot’s audio whenever you want. You can record up to about 30 seconds of audio for a single snapshot. 1. Press the shutter button to start audio recording. Remaining recording time 2. Press the shutter button again to stop audio recording.
To play snapshot audio 1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the Audio Snapshot you want is displayed. An audio snapshot is one that has a ˆ icon. 2. Press [SET] to start playback.
Copying Files (Copy) Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Copy Files can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory to a memory card or from a memory card to built-in memory. Built-in * Card Copies all files from built-in camera memory to a memory card. This option copies all the files in built-in camera memory. It cannot be used to copy a single file. Card * Built-in Copies a single file on the memory card to camera built-in camera memory.
Dynamic Photo You can use the procedures in this section to crop either a moving subject or a still subject out of a snapshot and then insert it into another snapshot. Moving Subject Other Image Dynamic Photo Image To create a subject image to be inserted (Dynamic Photo) 1. Press [BS] (^) and then select the “Dynamic Photo” scene. 2. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to specify the subject type, and then press [SET].
3. First, shoot an image that includes the subject you want to extract. • Shoot an image in which the subject is as large as possible. Also, the image should include some easily identifiable reference point that you can use for later alignment in step 4, below. • If you selected “Moving Subject” the camera will record multiple subject images. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete. • Flash is turned off automatically at this time. 4.
Inserting a Subject into a Background Image (Dynamic Photo) Use the following procedure to insert a subject into a background image. A Dynamic Photo with a moving subject is saved as a 2M (1600x1200 pixels) or smaller size image. A Dynamic Photo with a still subject is saved as a 6M (2816x2112 pixels) or smaller size image. Procedure [p] (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Dynamic Photo 1. Use [4] and [6] to select the background image you want and then press [SET].
Printing Printing Snapshots Professional Print Service You can take a memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service and have them printed. Printing on a Home Printer Printing Images on a Printer with Memory Card Slot You can use a printer equipped with a memory card slot to print images directly from a memory card. For details, see the user documentation that comes with your printer.
Connecting Directly to a PictBridge Compatible Printer You can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer. . To set up the camera before connecting to a printer 1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then press [6]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “PTP (PictBridge)”, and then press [SET]. .
. To print 1. Turn on the printer and load paper. 2. Turn on the camera. This will display the print menu screen. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Paper Size”, and then press [6]. 4. Use [8] and [2] to select a paper size and then press [SET]. • The following are the available paper sizes. 3.5"x5", 5"x7", 4"x6", A4, 8.5"x11", By Printer • Selecting “By Printer” prints using a paper size selected on the printer. • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about paper settings.
Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies . Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off information on the memory card with the images. After configuring settings, you can use the memory card to print on a home printer that supports DPOF or take the memory card to a professional print service. • Whether or not you will be able to use DPOF settings for printing depends on the printer you are using.
. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images Procedure [p] (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All images 1. Use [8] and [2] to specify the number of copies. You can specify a value up to 99. Specify 00 if you do not want to print the image. • If you want to include the date in the images, press [BS] (^) so “On” is shown for date stamping. 2. Press [SET]. DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete.
. Date Stamping You can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image. Configure DPOF settings (page 120). You can turn date stamping on and off each time you print. You can configure settings so some images include the date stamp and some don’t. Configuring camera settings Configure the Camera’s Time Stamp setting (page 156).
Using the Camera with a Computer Things you can do using a computer... You can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a computer. Save images to a computer and view them there • Save images and view them manually (USB connection) (pages 125, 134). • Transfer images to a computer automatically over a wireless LAN for viewing (Eye-Fi) (page 139).
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Install the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do. When you want to do this: Operating System Version Install this software: See page: Save images to a computer and view Vista / XP / 2000 them there manually Installation not required. 125 Play movies Vista / XP / 2000 Installation not required. • Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for playback.
. Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. See the “Read me” file that comes with each application for details. Information about computer system requirements also can be found under “Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software” on page 176 of this manual. . Precautions for Windows Users • Except for Adobe Reader, the bundled software requires Administrator privileges to run.
4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your computer. USB port USB cable Large connector USB/AV port • The camera does not draw power over the USB cable. Make sure the camera’s battery is sufficiently charged before Small connector Making sure that the 2 mark connecting. on the camera is aligned with • Make sure that you the 8 mark of the USB cable insert the cable connector, connect the cable to connector into the the camera.
7. Double-click “Removable Disk”. • Your computer recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or built-in memory if there is no card) as a removable disk. 8. Right-click the “DCIM” folder. 9. On the shortcut menu that appears, click “Copy”. 10. Windows Vista users: Click “Start” and then “Documents”. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Documents”. Windows 2000 users: Doubleclick “My Documents” to open it.
. To view images you copied to your computer 1. Double-click the copied “DCIM” folder to open it. 2. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view. 3. Double-click the image file you want to view. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 141. • An image that was rotated on the camera will be displayed on your computer screen in its original (unrotated) orientation.
Playing Movies Windows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. To play back a movie, first copy the movie to your computer and then double-click the movie file. . Movie Playback Precautions • Be sure to move the movie data to the hard disk of your computer before trying to play it. Proper movie playback may not be possible for data accessed over a network, from a memory card, etc. • Proper movie playback may not be possible on some computers.
. To upload a movie file to YouTube • Before you can use YouTube Uploader for CASIO, you need to go to the YouTube website (http://www.youtube.com/) and register as a user there. • Do not upload any video that is copyrighted (including neighboring copyrights) unless you yourself own the copyright or you have obtained the permission of the applicable copyright holder(s). • The maximum file size for each upload is 1024 MB. 1. Record the movie you want to upload using the “For YouTube” BEST SHOT movie scene.
Transferring Images from Your Computer to Camera Memory If you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. . To install Photo Transport 1. On the CD-ROM menu screen, select “Photo Transport”. 2. After reading the information about installation conditions and system requirements for installation in the “Read me” file, install Photo Transport. . To transfer images to the camera 1.
. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera 1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 125). 2. On your computer, click the following: Start * All Programs * CASIO * Photo Transport. This starts up Photo Transport. 3. Display the screen whose screen capture you want to transfer. 4. Click the [Capture] button. 5. Draw a boundary around the area you want to capture. Move your mouse pointer to the upper left corner of the area you want to capture and then hold down the mouse button.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CDROM drive. Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically. If your computer does not display the menu screen automatically, navigate to the CDROM on your computer and then double-click the “AutoMenu.exe” file. 2. On the menu screen, click the “Language” down arrow button and then select the language you want. 3. Click “Manual” to select it and then click “Digital Camera”.
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. When you want to do this: Save images to your Macintosh and view them there manually Operating System Version OS 9 OS X Save images to your OS 9 Macintosh automatically/Manage OS X images Install this software: See page: Installation not required. Use commercially available software. Use iPhoto, which comes bundled with your operating system.
4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh. USB port USB cable Large connector USB/AV port • The camera does not draw power over the USB cable. Make sure the camera’s battery is sufficiently charged before Small connector Making sure that the 2 mark connecting. on the camera is aligned with • Make sure that you the 8 mark of the USB cable insert the cable connector, connect the cable to connector into the the camera.
8. After the copy operation is complete, drag the drive icon to Trash. 9. On the camera, press [ON/OFF] to turn off the camera. After making sure that the green back lamp is unlit, disconnect the camera from the computer. . To view copied images 1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon. 2. Double-click the “DCIM” folder to open it. 3. Double-click the folder that contains the images you want to view. 4. Double-click the image file you want to view.
Transferring Images Automatically and Managing Them on Your Macintosh If you are running Mac OS X, you can use the iPhoto application that comes bundled with the operating system to manage your images. If you are running Mac OS 9, you will need to use commercially available software. Playing a Movie You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies on a Macintosh. To play back a movie, first copy it to your Macintosh and then double-click the movie file. .
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you don’t, go to the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install Acrobat Reader. 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder. 2. Open the “Digital Camera” folder and then open the folder for the language whose user’s guide you want to view. 3. Open the file named “camera_xx.pdf”. • “xx” is the language code (Example: camera_e.
Using an Eye-Fi Wireless SD Memory Card to Transfer Images (Eye-Fi) Shooting with an Eye-Fi wireless SD memory card loaded in the camera makes it possible to transfer image data automatically to a computer via wireless LAN. 1. Configure LAN access point, transfer destination and other settings for the Eye-Fi card in accordance with the instructions that come with the Eye-Fi card. 2. After configuring settings, load the Eye-Fi card into the camera and record.
Files and Folders The camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operation that stores data. Files are grouped by storing them in folders. Each file and folder has its own unique name. • For details about how folders are organized in memory, see “Memory Folder Structure” (page 141). Name and Maximum Number Allowed Example Each folder can contain up to 9999 files named CIMG0001 through CIMG9999.
Memory Card Data The camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF). . About DCF DCF is a standard that makes it possible to view and print images recorded on one manufacturer’s camera on DCF-compliant devices produced by other manufacturers. You can transfer DCF-compliant images recorded with another camera to this camera and view them on this camera’s monitor screen. . Memory Folder Structure 100CASIO *1 CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.AVI CIMG0003.WAV CIMG0004.
. Supported Image Files • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files This camera may not be able to display an image, even if it is DCF-compliant. When displaying an image recorded on another camera, it may take a long time for the image to appear on this camera’s monitor screen. . Built-in Memory and Memory Card Data Handling Precautions • Whenever copying memory contents to your computer, you should copy the DCIM folder and all of its contents.
Transferring Document Data from Your Computer to the Camera You can use CASIO DATA TRANSPORT to transfer images of documents, digital books, web page images, and other document data you can view on your computer screen to the camera. Then you will be able to view the documents on the camera’s monitor screen. • Just about any document you can print from your computer can be transferred to the camera. Note, however, the ability to properly transfer and display any particular type of data is not guaranteed.
. To transfer document data to the camera 1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 125). • Before connecting the camera to your computer, make sure that a memory card is loaded in the camera (page 174). 2. On your computer, open the document data that you want to transfer to the camera. 3. On the menu bar of the application you used to open the document data, select “File” * “Print” to display the print dialog box.
Transferring Data from a Macintosh Before installing CASIO DATA TRANSPORT be sure to read any “readme” file that accompanies it. “readme” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. . To install CASIO DATA TRANSPORT 1. Place the CD-ROM that comes bundled with the camera into your Macintosh CD-ROM drive. 2. Open the folder named “DATA TRANSPORT”. 3. Double-click “TRANSPORT_Installer”. 4.
To view document images on the camera 1. In the PLAY mode, press [BS] (^). This enters the data mode and displays a menu of document images currently in camera memory. • Pressing [BS] (^) again will return to the PLAY mode. 2. Use the [8], [2], [4], and [6] to move the selection boundary to the document image you want to select, and then press [SET]. This will display the image of the document you selected. 3. View the document pages.
. To rotate a document page 1. Display any page in the document that contains the page you want to rotate and then press [MENU]. 2. On the “DATA” tab, select “Rotation”, and then press [6]. 3. Use [4] and [6] to select “Rotate”, and then press [SET]. Each press of [SET] will rotate the displayed image 90 degrees left. 4. When the displayed image is at the orientation you want, press [MENU]. . To specify the initial data mode screen 1. Display the page of the document and then press [MENU]. 2.
Managing Document Data on the Camera Protecting Document Data You can protect a specific document or all documents against deletion. 1. Display any page in the document that contains the page you want to protect and then press [MENU]. 2. On the “DATA” tab, select “Protect”, and then press [6]. You also can use the same procedure as above in the PLAY mode to protect a document (page 108). Deleting Document Data . To delete a document page 1.
. Deleting a Document You can delete a single document or you can batch delete all of the documents. • Formatting camera memory (page 161) also will delete all contents on the memory card or in built-in memory. To delete a single document 1. On the document menu, use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to move the selection boundary to the document you want to delete. 2. Press [MENU]. 3. Use [8] and [2] to select “1 doc” and then press [SET]. 4.
Other Settings (Set Up) This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations in both the REC mode and PLAY mode. For information about menu operations, see page 64. REC Mode Control Panel Display (R Panel) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * R Panel Use the settings below to show or hide the Control Panel, and to select the icons to appear on the Control Panel. Show Hide Displays the Control Panel.
Selecting a PLAY Mode Screen Layout (P Display) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * P Display The PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on the monitor screen. Wide 4:3 With this setting, the display image is the maximum possible size that allows the entire image to be displayed horizontally. With some aspect ratios, the top and bottom of the image will be cut off. 100% of the display image is always visible.
Adjusting Monitor Screen Brightness (Screen) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Screen You can change the brightness of the monitor screen. Auto 1 or Auto 2 With this setting, the camera detects available light levels and automatically adjusts the brightness of the monitor screen accordingly. • Auto 2 adjusts to a brighter setting more quickly than Auto 1. +2 Brightness that is greater than +1, which makes the screen easier to view. This setting consumes more power. +1 Bright setting for outdoor use, etc.
Configuring Camera Sound Settings (Sounds) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sounds Startup Half Shutter Shutter Specifies the startup sound Sound 1 - 5: Built-in sounds (1 through 5) Off: Sound off Operation Operation (=) Specifies the sound volume. This setting is also used as the audio level during video output (page 94). Play (=) Specifies the volume of movie and Audio Snapshot audio output. This volume setting is not used during video output (from the USB/AV port).
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule (File No.) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * File No. Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial number used in file names (page 140). Continue Tells the camera to remember the last used file number. A new file will be named using the next sequential number, even if files are deleted or if a blank memory card is loaded.
Configuring World Time Settings (World Time) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * World Time You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in a zone that is different from your Home City when you go on a trip, etc. World Time displays the current time in 162 cities in 32 time zones around the globe. 1. Use [8] and [2] to select “World” and then press [6]. • To change the geographic area and city for the time where you normally use the camera, select “Home”. 2.
Time Stamping Snapshots (Timestamp) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Timestamp You can configure the camera to stamp the recording date only, or date and time in the lower right corner of each snapshot. • Once date and time information is stamped into a snapshot, it cannot be edited or deleted. Example: December 19, 2009, 1:25 p.m.
Specifying the Date Style (Date Style) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Date Style You can select from among three different styles for the date. Example: December 19, 2009 YY/MM/DD 09/12/19 DD/MM/YY 19/12/09 MM/DD/YY 12/19/09 • This setting also affects the Control Panel date format as shown below (page 31). YY/MM/DD or MM/DD/YY: MM/DD DD/MM/YY: DD/MM Specifying the Display Language (Language) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Language . Specify the display language you want.
Specifying the Initial Data Mode Screen (DATA View) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * DATA View See page 147 for details. Configuring Sleep State Settings (Sleep) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sleep This feature turns off the monitor screen whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset amount of time. Press any button to turn the monitor screen back on. Trigger Time Settings: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, Off (Sleep is disabled while “Off” is selected.
Configuring Auto Power Settings (Auto Power Off) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Auto Power Off Auto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed for a preset amount of time. Trigger Time Settings: 1 min, 2 min, 5 min (The trigger time is always 5 minutes in the PLAY mode.) • Auto Power Off is disabled under any of the following conditions.
Configuring USB Protocol Settings (USB) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * USB You can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Mass Storage Select this setting when connecting to a computer (pages 125, 134). With this setting, the computer sees the camera as an external storage device. Use this setting for normal transfer of images from the camera to a computer.
Formatting Built-in Memory or a Memory Card (Format) Procedure [MENU] * Set Up Tab * Format If a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. It will format built-in memory if no memory card is loaded. • The format operation will delete all contents on the memory card or in built-in memory. It cannot be undone. Make sure you do not need any data currently on the card or in built-in memory before you format it. • Formatting built-in memory will delete the following data.
Configuring Monitor Screen Settings You can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. Information display on Displays information about image settings, etc.
How to Use the 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. If the histogram appears too lopsided for some reason, you can use EV shift to move it left or right in order to achieve better balance. Optimum exposure can be achieved by EV shifting so the graph is as close to the center as possible.
Appendix Precautions during Use . Avoid Use While In Motion • Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or while walking. Looking at the monitor while in motion creates the risk of serious accident. . Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light • Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the cameras viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight. . Flash • Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or explosive gas may be present.
. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities • Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or while it is overheating creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present. 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Remove the battery from the camera, taking care to protect yourself against burn injury. 3. Contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. .
. Locations To Be Avoided • Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electric shock. – Areas subject to large amounts of humidity or dust – Food preparation areas or other locations where oil smoke is present – Near heaters, on a heated carpet, in areas exposed to direct sunlight, in a closed vehicle parked in the sun, or other areas subject to very high temperatures • Never place the camera on an unstable surface, on a high shelf, etc.
• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately remove it from the camera or charger unit and keep it away from open flame. • 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. Doing so can damage the battery, and cause deterioration of its performance and loss of service life.
. Data Error Precautions Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory.
. Caring for your camera • Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and other foreign matter on the lens or flash window can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Use a blower or other means to keep the lens and flash window free of dirt and dust, and wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. • To clean the camera, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. . Old Rechargeable Battery Handling Precautions • Insulate the positive and negative terminals with tape, etc.
. Other Precautions The camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. . Copyrights Except for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of use of snapshots or movies of images whose rights belong to others, without the permission of the right holder, is forbidden by copyright laws. In some cases, shooting of public performances, shows, exhibitions, etc. may be restricted entirely, even if it is for your own personal enjoyment.
Any and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited. This product contains PrKERNELv4 Real-time OS of eSOL Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2007 eSOL Co., Ltd. PrKERNELv4 is a registered trademark of eSOL Co., Ltd. in Japan. This product contains the software of FotoNation, Inc. FotoNation is a registered trademark of FotoNation, Inc. FaceTracker is a trademarks of FotoNation, Inc.
Power Supply Charging If the [CHARGE] lamp does not light red... Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of the charger is too hot or too cold. Leave the camera in a location whose temperature is within the range where charging can be performed. When the camera returns to a temperature where charging can be performed, the [CHARGE] lamp will light red. If the [CHARGE] lamp flashes red... The battery is faulty or the battery is loaded in the charger incorrectly.
Battery Precautions . Precautions during Use • Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. This is due to the characteristics of the battery, not the camera. • Charge the battery in an area where the temperature is within the range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). Outside this temperature range charging can take longer than normal or even fail. • Do not tear or remove the battery outer label.
Using a Memory Card See page 20 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card. To replace the memory card Press the memory card and then release it. This will cause it to pop out of the memory card slot slightly. Pull the card out the rest of the way and then insert another one. • Never remove a card from the camera while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the image save operation to fail and even damage the memory card. .
. Memory Card Handling Precautions Certain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving high-quality (HD and STD) movies. Use of certain types of memory cards increase the time it takes to record movies, which can cause movie frames to be lost. This condition is indicated by » and Y flashing on the monitor screen. Use of a memory card with a maximum transfer speed of at least 10MB per second is recommended. .
Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software Computer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application you are trying to use. Note that the values provided here are minimum requirements for running each application. Actual requirements are greater, depending on the number of images and the sizes of the images being handled.
Reset Initial Default Settings The tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you reset the camera (page 161). Menu items depend on whether the camera is in the REC mode or PLAY mode. • A dash (–) indicates an item whose setting is not reset or an item for which there is no reset setting. .
“Quality” Tab Size 12M (4000x3000) T Quality (Snapshots) Normal »Quality (Movies) STD EV Shift 0.
. PLAY Mode “PLAY” Tab Slideshow Dynamic Photo Images: All images / Time: 30 min / Interval: 3 sec / Effect: Pattern 1 – Layout Print – MOTION PRINT 9 frames Movie Editing – Lighting – Red Eye – White Balance – Brightness 0 Keystone – Color Correction – DPOF Printing – Protect – Date/Time – Rotation – Resize – Trimming – Dubbing – Copy – Divide Group – “Set Up” Tab • The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.
When things don’t go right... Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Power Supply Power does not turn on. 1)The battery may not be loaded correctly (page 17). 2)The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 15). If the battery goes dead soon after being charged, it means the battery has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. Purchase a separately available CASIO NP-60 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The camera suddenly powers down.
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action The subject is out of focus in the recorded image. The image may not be focused properly. When composing the image, make sure the subject is located inside the focus frame. The flash does not fire. 1)If ? (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to another mode (page 36). 2)If the battery is dead, charge it (page 15).
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action A recorded image was not saved. 1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save operation was complete, which will result in the image not being saved. If the battery indicator shows , charge the battery as soon as possible (page 18). 2)You may have removed the memory card from the camera before the save operation was complete, which will result in the image not being saved. Do not remove the memory card before the save operation is complete.
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action When shooting with Auto Shutter, the shutter does not trigger. Auto Shutter may not trigger when shooting under very bright or very dark conditions, or when shooting a fast moving subject, etc. If this happens, try changing the Auto Shutter Trigger Sensitivity setting (page 73), or press the shutter button all the way down to release the shutter and shoot the image. The image is out of focus during movie recording.
Problem Possible Cause and Recommended Action Images cannot be transferred over a USB connection. 1)The USB cable may not be connected securely. Check all connections. 2)The wrong USB communication protocol is selected. Select the correct USB communication protocol in accordance with the type of device you are connecting (pages 125, 134). 3)If the camera is not turned on, turn it on. 4)Your computer may not be able to recognize the camera if you connect via a USB hub.
Display Messages ALERT The camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wait until it cools down before trying to use it again. Battery is low. Battery power is low. Cannot correct image! Keystone correction of the image cannot be performed for some reason. The image will be stored as-is, without correction (page 61). Cannot find the file. The image you specified with the slideshow “Images” setting cannot be found.
Images are being transferred. Stop transfer and turn off power? You are attempting to turn off power while image data is being transferred using the Eye-Fi card (page 139). LENS ERROR This message appears and the camera turns off whenever lens performs some unexpected operation. If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact a CASIO authorized service center or your original retailer. Load paper! The printer ran out of paper while printing.
This file cannot be The file you are trying to access is corrupted or is a type that played. cannot be displayed by this camera. This function cannot be used. You attempted to copy images from built-in memory to a memory card while there is no memory card loaded in the camera (page 113).
Number of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/ Voice Recording Time Snapshot Approximate Image File Size Image Size (Pixels) Image Quality 12M (4000x3000) Fine 7.87 MB 3:2 (4000x2656) 16:9 (4000x2240) 8M (3264x2448) 5M (2560x1920) 3M (2048x1536) VGA (640x480) Built-in Memory Snapshot Recording Capacity SD Memory Card (1GB) Snapshot Recording Capacity 4 122 234 Normal 4.13 MB 8 Economy 2.76 MB 13 350 Fine 6.87 MB 5 140 267 Normal 3.62 MB 9 Economy 2.43 MB 14 398 Fine 5.
Movies Image Quality (Pixels) Maximum File Size HD 1280x720 STD 640x480 Maximum Movie Size: 4GB LP 320x240 YouTube 640x480 Maximum Movie Length: 10 minutes Approximate Data Rate (Frame Rate) Built-in Memory Movie Recording Capacity SD Memory Card (1GB) Movie Recording Capacity File Size of 1-minute Movie 24 Megabits/second (24 frames/second) 11 seconds 5 minutes 27 seconds 179.8 MB 10 Megabits/second (30 frames/second) 27 seconds 13 minutes 10 seconds 74.8 MB 2.
Specifications File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies: Motion JPEG AVI, IMA-ADPCM audio (monaural) Audio (Voice Recording): WAV (monaural) Recording Media Built-in Memory (Image Storage Area: 35.
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, Manual WB Sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) Snapshots: Auto, ISO 64, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200 equivalent Movies: Auto Self-timer Approximate Trigger Times: 10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer Flash Modes Auto, Off, On, Soft, Red-eye reduction Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Normal: 0.1 m to 4.0 m (0.3' to 13.
Approximate Battery Life All of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) before the camera turns off. These values are not guaranteed. Low temperatures shorten battery life.
. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60) Rated Voltage 3.7 V Rated Capacitance 720 mAh Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) Dimensions 37.9 (W) x 42.3 (H) x 5.0 (D) mm (1.49" (W) x 1.67" (H) x 0.20" (D)) Weight Approximately 18 g (0.63 oz) . Charger unit (BC-60L) Input Power 100 to 240 V AC, 80 mA, 50/60 Hz Output Power 4.
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Dynamic Photo Getting the Most Out of Dynamic Photo For a wealth of information Dynamic Photo including sample images, explanations about how you can use Dynamic Photo images, and more, visit the special Dynamic Photo website at: http://exilim.com/dp/ This manual provides an introduction to Dynamic Photo, which creates a whole new way to enjoy digital imaging. • All screen shots shown in this manual are in English. However, the camera allows you to select another display language, if you want.
Contents Dynamic Photo! A totally new way to enjoy digital photography! ................2 Dynamic Photo Technology..................................................................................... 3 Creating a Dynamic Photo Image.....................................................................4 Step 1: Shoot the subject. ....................................................................................... 4 Step 2: Create the Dynamic Photo image. ...................................................
Dynamic Photo Technology Dynamic Photo lets you extract a moving subject from a series of Continuous Shutter (CS) images and insert it into another image. This makes it possible to combine images in ways that create exciting, totally unbelievable scenes. Moving CS Images Extract the subject. Insert it into another image. You can create a Dynamic Photo image by inserting a moving subject into a background image.
Creating a Dynamic Photo Image Step 1: Shoot the subject. Dynamic Photo images are created by extracting the subject out of one image, and inserting it into another image. The term “subject” as used here refers to what you extract or crop out of the first image. Perform the following steps to shoot and extract the subject. To extract the subject, you shoot once with the subject against a background. Then you shoot the same background again, this time without the subject. (Shoot twice.
3. First, shoot the subject. Best results can be obtained with the camera secured on a tripod. With the camera pointed at the moving subject, press the shutter button to record. If you selected “Moving Subject”, the camera will record a series of Continuous Shutter (CS) images over a few seconds. First, let’s just have the subject wave or perform • To help ensure good cropping results... some other simple * See “Four Tips for Good Subject Cropping”. movement as we shoot.
Step 2: Create the Dynamic Photo image. Use the following procedure to insert the subject you extracted in Step 1 above into a photograph and create the final Dynamic Photo image. 1. Press [p] to enter the PLAY mode. 2. Perform the following operation on the camera [MENU] * PLAY tab * “Dynamic Photo”. 3. Use [4] and [6] to select the background image you want and then press [SET]. Select the image you want to use as the background.
6. After creation of the Dynamic Photo image is complete, the finished image with the moving subject will appear on the monitor screen. • Inserting a moving subject will resize it to one-fourth the size of the background image you are inserting into. • The size of a moving subject inserted into a background image cannot be change. Complete! • The size of a Dynamic Photo image created by inserting a moving subject into a background image is 2M.
Recommended!! Shooting Technique 2 Shooting Technique 1 Find some reference points and use a tripod. Look for a flat wall that has no markings. Best cropping results are obtained when the background is a wall that is completely free of visible markings like the one shown above. In this case, it is not necessary to take pains to position the camera correctly when shooting the second (background only) image required by Dynamic Photo.
Move the subject away from the wall to avoid shadows! The camera may mistake shadows on the wall or floor caused by strong sunlight, illumination, or other light sources as part of the subject. Shadows tend to form when the subject is too close to a wall. Have the subject move as far away as possible from the wall. Do not use a moving background! Good cropping is not possible if anything besides the subject is moving in the images. For example, avoid breaking waves, trees blowing in the wind, etc.
Specifying the Subject Type and CS Speed Pressing [SET] during step 1 of “3. First, shoot the subject.” will display a screen for specifying the subject type and CS speed. You can select from among the four subject types listed below. You also can specify a stationary subject (one frame only) in addition to a moving subject.
Step 3: Have fun with Dynamic Photo. You can use the Dynamic Photo image you created in Step 2 in a variety of fun ways. On the camera Dynamic Photo images play back automatically as soon as you display them on the EXILIM monitor screen. On a TV Connect your EXILIM to a TV with the AV cable and you can enjoy watching Dynamic Photo images on your TV screen. Step 4: Use Dynamic Studio to expand use of Dynamic Photo images to other applications.
Create Original Movies with Dynamic Studio http://dynamicstudio.jp Dynamic Studio is a free online service that can be used to convert the moving subject extracted from Continuous Shutter images created during a Dynamic Photo operation to a movie file quickly and easily. This makes it possible to view Dynamic Photo images you created with a CASIO EXILIM digital camera to a format that can be played back as a movie on a PC, digital photo frame, cell phone or other device.
Copy the Dynamic Photo images to your computer. The best way to keep track of images is to create a new folder and copy the 20 Continuous Shutter images that make up each set to their own unique folder. The following are the types of files you can upload to Dynamic Studio.
Step 1. Upload Your Photos Click [Select Photos...] and select the images you want to upload. You can upload up to 20 successive images at one time. After upload is complete, click [Next]. Step 2. Review Your Uploaded Photos You can delete any of the images you uploaded and delete any that are wrong or that you don’t need. After you are finished reviewing the uploaded images, click [Next]. Step 3.
Step 4. Preview Your Photos with the Background Check the images and background, and confirm the movement is correct. After you are finished reviewing the images and background, click [Next]. Step 5. Create Your Movie Configure the settings required for movie conversion. Selecting an option with the “Intended Use” box will change the settings automatically to defaults that match the selection. Movie conversion settings must be configured in accordance with the intended use of the finished movie.
Step 6. Your Movie Has Been Created! In this step you can check your movie and download it if you want. The “Online Movie” box shows a URL where your movie will be stored for 30 days, where you can stream it with your web browser as many times as you like. Click here to download your movie to your PC. Movie download URL Click here to start playback of the online movie. Share this movie with your friends by sending them this URL.
On the “Step 6. Your Movie Has Been Created!” page, click “MyMovie.zip”. Click here to download your movie. Check the contents of the confirmation dialog box that appears and then click [Save] to download. Double-click the “MyMovie.zip” file on your computer to extract the movie file. Move the extracted movie file (MyMovie.MOV in this example) to the folder you want on your computer. Double-click the movie file (MyMovie.MOV in this example) and check for proper playback.
Movie Conversion Settings This section provides details about the movie conversion settings in Step 5 of the conversion procedure. . Camera frames per second (fps) Select the frame rate that you used when shooting a Dynamic Photo moving subject (or Continuous Shutter images) with the camera. If you are unsure about what you should specify here, select one of the presets and check the results in the movie that results. If the movie plays back too fast or to slowly, try a different setting. .
. Movie Format and Quality Settings The “Movie Format” setting is configured automatically in accordance with the “Intended Use” setting you select. Use “Movie Format” to select a different setting, if you want. Converting to a Movie for Cell Phone Use The initial default movie format setting is always “3GPP2”. Converting to a Movie for PC Use The initial default movie format setting is always “MOV”. You can change this to “MPEG4”, if you want.
. Optional Settings You can use the optional settings to specify whether or not playback of the movie should be repeated, and the number of times to repeat it. Selecting the “Reverse” check box first plays back the movie forward and then back in reverse. * Select the “Reverse” option for playback that is the same as that performed by the camera. Maximum playback time is 16 seconds.
Download Movie Page This section provides details about the “Your Movie Has Been Created!” page in Step 6 of the conversion procedure. . Playback Preview This shows the finished movie. You can start playback by clicking 6. Title (The title you input in “Step 5. Create Your Movie”) You can click here to start playback of the finished movie. Comment (The comment you input in “Step 5. Create Your Movie”) . Download Click here to download your movie.
Cell Phone Use Movie Conversion Precautions • There is no guarantee that a movie converted for cell phone use will be able to play on all cell phone models. • When sending a movie by e-mail from a computer to a cell phone, always extract from the compressed (zip) file to a movie file (mymovie.3g2 or mymovie.3gp) before attaching it to the e-mail. The receiving cell phone will not be able to play the movie if you send it as a zip file.
