E Digital Camera EX-V8 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-50) To attach the strap to the camera. * The shape of the AC power cord plug varies according to country or geographic area. Attach strap here.
CONTENTS UNPACKING 2 QUICK START BASICS 9 GETTING READY 36 Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 ■ ■ ■ ■ First, charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Configuring Display Language, Date, and Time Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Shooting a Snapshot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Viewing Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT 56 Manually Configuring Shutter Speed and Aperture Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Specifying the Recording Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Holding the Camera Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Shooting a Snapshot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ADVANCED SETTINGS 123 Other Useful Recording Functions . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Changing the Focus Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EDITING IMAGES 173 USING AUDIO Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Cropping a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Keystone Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Editing the Date and Time of an Image . . . . . . . . 178 Rotating an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OTHER SETTINGS 206 PRINTING Configuring Camera Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . 206 Turning the Startup Screen On or Off . . . . . . . . . 208 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Changing the Camera Date and Time Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Using World Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 ■ Configuring World Time Settings 219 Types of Printing . . . . . . . . . . . .
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER APPENDIX 229 General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Monitor Screen Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Indicator Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 What you can do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
QUICK START BASICS First, charge the battery (page 36) ■ Loading the Battery into the Camera 3. Close the battery cover. 1. Open the battery cover. 2 Monitor Screen 1 2 1 While pressing lightly on the cover, slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow to open. 2. Load the battery into the camera.
■ Using the USB Cradle to Charge 1. Plug the USB cradle into a household power outlet. AC adaptor USB cradle AC power cord 2. Place the camera onto the USB cradle. [CHARGE] lamp Red: Charging Green: Charged (Full) • It takes about 150 minutes to achieve a full charge.
Configuring Display Language, Date, and Time Settings (pages 210, 214) 1. Slide open the lens cover to turn on the Lens Cover camera. • Take care that you do not touch the lens when sliding the lens cover. 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the language you want and then press [SET]. 3. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the area where you will use the camera and then press [SET]. [ ] [ ] [ ] 4.
6. Use [S] and [T] to select the date format and then press [SET]. Example: December 19, 2007 To display the date like this: Select this option: 07/12/19 YY/MM/DD 19/12/07 DD/MM/YY 12/19/07 MM/DD/YY 7. Set the date and the time. Use [W] and [X] to select the setting you want (year, month, day, hour, minute) and then use [S] and [T] to change the setting. To switch between 12-hour and 24-hour format, slide the Zoom Controller. 8. When settings are completed, press [SET]. 9.
Using a Memory Card (page 46) ■ Loading a Memory Card into the Camera 2. Load a memory card into the camera. When a memory card is loaded, the camera stores images you shoot on the card. NOTE MEMORY CARD • Though the camera has built-in memory, using a memory card provides additional capacity you can use to store more images, high-quality and large-size images, and longer movies. • The camera will store images in its built-in memory if there is no memory card loaded.
■ Formatting a Memory Card 5. Press [S] to select “Format” and then press [SET]. Before you can use a memory card with your camera, you must format it. • To cancel formatting, select “Cancel” and then press [SET]. • Wait until the “Busy... Please wait...” message disappears from the monitor screen before doing anything else. 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.
Shooting a Snapshot (page 56) 1. Slide open the lens cover to turn on the Shutter Button camera. Lens Cover • Take care that you do not touch the lens when sliding the lens cover. Snapshot icon 2. Align the mode dial with “ ” (Snapshot). This causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen. • If “ ” (PLAY Mode) is on the monitor screen, make sure that the lens cover is open and then press the shutter button or [ ] (PLAY). This will switch to the currently selected REC Mode. 3.
5. Continuing to keep the camera still, press the How do I half-press the shutter button? shutter button all the way down. The shutter button is designed to stop about half way down when you press it lightly. Stopping at this point is called a “half-press”. When you half-press the shutter button, the camera automatically adjusts exposure and focuses on the subject it is currently pointed at.
Viewing Snapshots ■ Fully pressing the shutter button without waiting for Auto Focus (page 156) Fully pressing the shutter button without waiting for Auto Focus to operate will record using Quick Shutter (page 129). Quick Shutter lets you capture exactly the moment you want. • With Quick Shutter, the camera uses high-speed 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.
Shooting a Movie (page 97) 1. Align the mode dial with “ Movie Icon ” (Movie). This causes “ ” (Movie) to appear on the monitor screen. • If “ ” (PLAY Mode) is on the monitor screen, make sure that the lens cover is open and then press the shutter button or [ ] (PLAY). This will switch to the currently selected REC Mode. Remaining Recording Time 2. Press the shutter button to start shooting the Shutter Button movie. • Audio is also recorded during movie recording. 3.
Movie Image Quality Your camera lets you select from among six image quality settings (UHQ, UHQ Wide, HQ, HQ Wide, Normal, LP) for movies. To get the most out of the imaging capabilities of your camera, use a quality setting of “HQ” (High Quality) or “HQ Wide” or better. Movie quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity of the image during playback.
Viewing a Movie (page 158) 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the movie you want The film-like frame that appears on the monitor screen indicates that this is an image from a movie. “ to play. When scrolling through images, a movie is displayed on the monitor screen by showing its first frame. ” Movie icon 3. Press [SET] to start playback. [ The monitor screen will return to the image selection screen in step 2 after the end of the movie is reached.
Deleting a File (page 204) 1. Press [ You can use the following procedure to delete files you have transferred to your computer’s hard disk, images you have printed, or files you simply no longer need. This frees up memory for recording more images. [ ]. 2. Press [T] ( ). 3. Use [W] and [X] to select the snapshot or movie you want to delete. ] (PLAY) 4. Press [S] to select “Delete”. • To cancel the delete operation, select “Cancel”. 5. Press [SET].
INTRODUCTION ■ A powerful collection of useful recording features Features • Face recognition during image recording (page 84) • Reduction of the effects of hand and subject movement using high shutter speeds and an anti-shake feature (page 133) • High-sensitivity recording avoids dark images, even when the flash is not being used (page 110) • Quick Shutter, which helps you capture exactly the moment you want (page 129) • High quality (H.
■ Copyrights Read this first! Except for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of snapshots or movies of images recorded with this camera without the permission of the applicable 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.
• All other company or product names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. • Macintosh, Mac OS, QuickTime, QuickTime logo, and iPhoto are trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA). • MMCplus is a trademark of the MultiMediaCard Association.
• Note that the example screens and product illustrations shown in this manual may differ somewhat by the screens and configuration of the actual camera. • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. • The content of this manual has been checked at each step of the production process. Please contact us if you notice anything that is questionable, erroneous, etc. • Any copying of the contents of this manual, either in part or its entirety, is forbidden.
■ Directly Viewing the Sun or Bright Light Precautions during Use • Never look at the sun or any other bright light through the cameras viewfinder. Doing so can damage your eyesight. ■ Take test shots before shooting the final shot. ■ Flash • Before shooting your final image, shoot a test shot to ensure that the camera is recording correctly. • Never use the flash unit in areas where flammable or explosive gas may be present. Such conditions create the risk of fire and explosion.
■ Display Panel ■ Transport • Do not apply strong pressure to the LCD panel surface or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can cause the display panel glass to crack. • Should the display panel ever become cracked, never touch any of the liquid inside the panel. Doing so creates the risk of skin inflammation. • Should display panel liquid ever get into your mouth, immediately rinse your mouth out and contact your physician.
■ Water and Foreign Matter ■ Dropping and Rough Treatment • Water, other liquids, or foreign matter (especially metal) getting inside the camera creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Immediately perform the following steps whenever any of the above symptoms are present. Particular care is required when using the camera where it is raining or snowing, near the ocean or other body of water, or in a bathroom. 1. Turn off the camera. 2.
■ Disassembly and Modification ■ Backing Up Important Data • Never try to take the camera apart or modify it in any way. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock, burn injury, and other personal injury. Be sure to leave all internal inspection, maintenance, and repair up to your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Always keep backup copies of important data in camera memory by transferring it to a computer or other storage device.
• 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.
■ AC Adaptor • Be sure to read the user documentation that comes with the camera and special charger unit before using or charging the battery. • If a battery is to be used by young children, make sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the precautions and proper handling instructions, and make sure that they handle battery correctly. • Should fluid from a battery accidentally get onto clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean tap water.
■ USB Cradle and AC Adaptor Precautions • Never touch the AC adaptor while your hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock. • Misuse of the AC adaptor creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Make sure you observe the following precautions when using the AC adaptor. – Never locate the power cord near a stove or other heating device. – When unplugging from the wall outlet, grasp the plug on the AC adaptor power cord. Never pull on the power cord.
■ Battery Life ■ Data Error Precautions • Battery continuous operation times provided in this manual represent the approximate amount of time before the camera turns off due to low battery power when being powered by the special battery under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)). They do not guarantee that you will be able to achieve the indicated level of operation. Actual battery life is greatly affected by ambient temperature, battery storage conditions, the amount of time spent in storage, etc.
■ Operating Environment ■ Power Supply • The operating temperature range of the camera is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • Do not place the camera in any of the following locations.
■ Caring for your camera ■ Other Precautions • Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the lens surface can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid touching the lens surface. To clean the lens surface, use a blower to blow off dust or foreign matter and then wipe with a soft, dry cloth. • Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the flash can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid touching the flash.
GETTING READY 2. Load the battery into the camera. Charging the Battery With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing downwards (in the direction of the lens), hold the stopper 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. Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-50). IMPORTANT! • Use of any type of battery other than NP-50 is not supported. Stopper Back To load the battery 1.
3. Close the battery cover. To charge the battery Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it securely into place as you press it against the camera. 1. Plug the USB cradle into a household power outlet. USB Cradle 2 AC Adaptor 1 The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it. Use the following procedure to charge it. [DC IN 5.3V] AC power cord 2. Make sure the camera is turned off. If the camera is on, turn it off by closing the lens cover.
3. With the camera positioned so the monitor When charging is complete screen is facing towards you as shown in the illustration, place it onto the USB cradle. The [CHARGE] lamp, which was lit red during charging, changes to green. Remove the camera from the USB cradle and unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet. The [CHARGE] lamp lights red and charging starts. • It takes about 150 minutes to achieve a full charge.
If the [CHARGE] lamp flashes red IMPORTANT! This indicates that the camera or battery is faulty, or that the battery is loaded in the camera incorrectly. Remove the battery from the camera and check if its contacts are dirty. If they are, wipe them off with a dry cloth and then reload the battery into the camera. After confirming that the AC adaptor is plugged into the power outlet and the USB cradle, set the camera on the cradle again.
■ Battery Power Conservation Tips IMPORTANT! • When you do not need to use the flash, select “ ” (flash off) for the flash setting (page 72). • Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features to protect against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera (page 45). • Due to differences in the power requirements of each mode, the battery indicator may show a lower level in the PLAY mode than what it shows in a REC mode. This is normal, and does not indicate malfunction.
Replacing the Battery Battery Precautions 1. Open the battery cover. ■ Precautions during Use 2. With the camera oriented with its monitor • 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 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).
■ Storage Precautions Using the Camera in another Country • Though a rechargeable lithium ion battery provides high capacity in a compact configuration, long-term storage while charged can cause it to deteriorate. – If you do not plan to use a battery for some time, fully use up its charge before storing it. – Always remove the battery from the camera when you are not using it.
The operation lamp will be lit green while the camera is turned on. Turning Power On and Off Mode dial ■ Turning Power On Operation Lamp To turn power on and enter a REC mode Open the lens cover. • If the camera is already turned and in the PLAY mode with the lens cover open, you can enter a REC mode by performing any one of the following operations. – Press the shutter button. – Align the mode dial with the desired REC mode. – Press [ ] (PLAY) (with the lens cover open).
■ Turning Power Off Turning On Power for the First Time Close the lens cover. • To turn off the camera while the lens cover is closed, press [ ] (PLAY). The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring screen text language, date, and time settings. Use the procedure under “Configuring Display Language, Date, and Time Settings” (page 11) to configure the settings correctly.
■ Battery Power Conservation Features 1. Press [MENU]. This camera is equipped with a sleep function and auto power off function to conserve battery power. You can configure these settings in the REC mode as described below. 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the “Set Up” tab. Feature Name Description Settings Sleep The monitor screen turns off (goes into a sleep state) if no operation is performed for a preset amount of time. Press any button to turn the monitor screen back on.
Supported Memory Cards Using a Memory Card Your camera supports use of the following types of memory cards. SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card MMC (MultiMediaCard) MMCplus (MultiMediaCardplus) • For information about memory card capacity, see page 282. You can store images you shoot with the camera on a memory card. It is up to you to purchase a commercially available memory card.
• Electrostatic charge, electrical noise, and other phenomena can cause data to become corrupted or even lost. Make sure that you always back up important data on other media (CD-R, CD-RW, MO disk, hard disk, etc.). IMPORTANT! • See the instructions that come with the memory card for information about how to use it. • Certain types of cards can slow down processing speeds.
2. Load a memory card into the camera. Loading a Memory Card into the Camera 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. IMPORTANT! • Make sure you always turn off the camera before loading or removing a memory card. • Be sure to orient the card correctly when loading it. Never try to force a memory card into the slot when you feel resistance.
Replacing the Memory Card IMPORTANT! • Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 46) into the memory card slot. • Should water or any foreign object ever get into the card slot, immediately turn off the camera, remove the battery, and contact your retailer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. • Never remove a card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so can cause the image save operation to fail and even damage the memory card. 1.
1. Load the memory card you want to format into Formatting a Memory Card the camera. Before using a new memory card for the first time, you need to format it. Once you format a memory card, you will not need to format it each time you use it. Formatting a memory card that already has files on it will delete its contents. 2. Turn on the camera and press [MENU]. 3. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Format” and then press [X]. 4.
■ Memory Card Precautions Using On-screen Menus • If a memory card starts to behave abnormally, you can restore normal operation by reformatting it. However, it is recommended that you always take along more than one memory card whenever using the camera far away from the home or office. • If you experience problems while trying to playback recorded images, try re-formatting the memory card. • As you record data to and delete data from a memory card a number of times, it loses its ability to retain data.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want. Menu Screen Operation Buttons [W] [X] Select tabs. [X] is also used to apply a setting. [S] [T] Select a setting option. [SET] [MENU] 5. Apply the setting. • Pressing [SET] applies the selected setting and exits the menu screen. • Pressing [W] instead of [SET] applies the selected setting and returns to the menu screen. You can then continue configuring other settings, if you want.
■ PLAY mode Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen Each press of [S] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below.
If you lose your way... IMPORTANT! • Pressing [S] (DISP) will not change monitor screen contents during standby or recording of an audio snapshot. • You can use [S] (DISP) to turn off the monitor screen only when voice recording in a REC mode. You cannot turn off the monitor screen for any other recording function. • Pressing [S] (DISP) in the Voice Recording REC mode toggles the monitor screen on (“indicators on”) and off.
PLAY mode Current Screen To return to the normal playback screen Menu screen [MENU] or [ REC mode screen Press [ ] Delete screen Press [ ]. You could also select “Cancel” and then press [SET]. ].
SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT • A (Aperture Priority AE) In this mode, you select the aperture, and other settings are adjusted accordingly (page 92). • S (Shutter Speed Priority AE) In this mode, you select the shutter speed, and other settings are adjusted accordingly (page 93). • M (Manual Exposure) This mode gives you total control over aperture and shutter speed settings (page 95). • (easy mode) This mode eliminates troublesome setups (page 65) .
Holding the Camera Correctly NOTE • The icon of the currently selected recording mode (like “ ” for the Snapshot mode) is displayed on the monitor screen. Snapshot mode icon Holding the camera with one hand can result in accidental hand movement. Hold the camera securely with both hands when shooting snapshots. • To protect against accidentally dropping the camera, attach the wrist strap and make sure it is around your fingers or wrist while you are operating the camera.
IMPORTANT! NOTE • Take care that your fingers and the strap do not cover any of the areas indicated in the illustration. Flash Microphone • Good-looking images are impossible if you move the camera when you press the shutter button or while the Auto Focus operation is being performed. Holding the camera correctly, carefully press the shutter button and take care that you do not move the camera as the shutter releases.
3. Focus the image. Shooting a Snapshot While the focus frame is aligned with the subject, half-press the shutter button. Auto Focus will focus the image automatically, and the focus frame and operation lamp will turn green. The shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity also will be set automatically. 1. Slide open the lens cover to turn on the camera. 2. Align the mode dial with (Snapshot). Confirm that the subject (people, scenery, etc.
4. Shoot the image. NOTE When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way. • The aperture value indicates the size of the opening that lets light into the camera. A larger aperture value indicates a smaller opening. • Shutter speed indicates the amount of time that light is allowed into the camera. A slower shutter speed means that light is allowed in for a longer time. Shutter speed is indicated on the monitor screen as seconds (1/1000 second, etc.
■ Fully pressing the shutter button without waiting for Auto Focus . Checking a Snapshot A snapshot will remain on the monitor screen for a short while after you shoot it and then disappear when the camera gets ready for the next image. Perform the following operation to view a snapshot after you shoot it. Press [ • You can shoot snapshots by pressing the shutter button all the way without waiting for Auto Focus. What the camera does in this case depends on whether Quick Shutter (page 129) is on or off.
Specifying Image Size NOTE • The following information changes on the display during the image size selection operation. – Image size in megabytes (M) (2M, etc.) – Image size in pixels (1600 × 1200, etc.) – Optimum print paper size A digital camera image is a collection of small dots (pixels). The size of an image indicates how many pixels it contains, and is expressed as horizontal pixels × vertical pixels. The initial factory default image size setting is 8M (3264 × 2448 pixels).
• Selecting 3:2 (3264 × 2176 pixels) records images with an aspect ratio of 3:2, which matches the standard aspect ratio (3:2) of print paper. • VGA (640 × 480 pixels) is the optimum size when attaching images to e-mail. • Print paper sizes should be thought of as rough estimates only (200 dpi print resolution). Specifying Image Quality Your camera lets you select “Fine” (maximum image quality), “Normal”, or “Economy” (maximum memory economy) for the image quality setting. The initial setting is “Normal”.
Turning Off the AF Assist Lamp NOTE • The “Fine” setting helps to bring out details when shooting a finely detailed image of nature that includes dense tree branches or leaves, or an image of a complex pattern. The AF assist lamp emits light that helps the camera focus when you half-press the shutter button under dark lighting conditions. The AF assist lamp does not light when lighting is bright. The initial factory default setting is AF assist lamp on.
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Using the easy Mode 2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Assist Light” The easy Mode eliminates troublesome setups and simplifies image recording. This mode is recommended for those who are new to digital imaging. and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Off” and then press 1. Slide open the lens cover to turn on the [SET]. camera. When you want to turn on the AF assist lamp, select “On” here. 2. Set the mode dial to “ IMPORTANT! ” (easy Mode). 3.
■ Using the easy Mode Menu 4. Shoot the image. When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way. This will shoot the snapshot and save it to the memory card or the camera’s built-in memory. In the easy mode, menu display is limited to flash, self-timer, and image size settings. While the camera is in the easy mode, all the other settings on the REC tab menu (page 269) and Quality tab menu (page 270) are fixed at preset optimum values.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, Snapshot Shooting Precautions and then press [SET]. Menu Item: ■ Operation Available Settings: Flash (Auto Flash)* / (Flash Off) Self-timer (10-second self-timer) / Image Size */ • While the operation lamp is flashing green, never open the battery cover or place the camera onto or remove it from the USB cradle.
■ Monitor Screen when Shooting Snapshots Auto Focus Restrictions • The image that appears on the monitor screen is for image composition. The actual image will be recorded at the quality set for the image quality setting. • Subject brightness conditions can cause monitor screen response to slow and can cause digital noise in the monitor screen image. • Proper focus may not be possible when shooting the following types of subjects.
2. Slide the zoom controller to change the zoom Shooting with Zoom factor. Your camera provides you with 7X optical zoom (which changes the lens focal distance), which can be used in combination with digital zoom (which digitally process the center portion of the image to enlarge it) for total zoom capabilities of 28 - 105.4X. IMPORTANT! • Generally speaking, the higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the image that is recorded.
■ Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom Switch Point • The zoom controller has two speeds. Sliding the zoom controller further upwards or downwards zooms at high speed. Wide Angle If you hold the zoom controller towards [ ] in step 2 of the above procedure, the zoom operation will stop when the optical zoom factor reaches its maximum. Momentarily releasing the zoom controller and then holding it again towards [ ] will switch to digital zoom, which you can use to set an even higher zoom factor.
Undeteriorated Image Quality Range 7X to 35.1X* 1X • The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 62). 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 “6M (2816 × 2112 pixels)” and smaller.
■ Turning Off Digital Zoom Using Flash You can turn off digital zoom if you want to use optical zoom only. This will help to avoid deteriorated images due to accidentally switching over from optical zoom to digital zoom when shooting snapshots. Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use. Flash 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On a “REC” tab, select “Digital Zoom” and then press [X]. Flash Setting 3.
Flash Setting Red Eye 1. In a REC mode, press [T] ( Description ). • Each press of [T] ( ) cycles through the flash mode settings described below on the monitor screen. Flash fires automatically in accordance with exposure (amount of light and brightness) conditions. A flash operation is performed in the following sequence in order to reduce red eye in subjects: REC light lights. Flash Mode Approximate Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) Wide Angle : 0.1 m to 2.6 m (0.3' to 8.5') Telephoto : 1.
Red-eye reduction ■ Checking the Flash Mode Using the flash to shoot at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This is caused when the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye. When “ ” (Red Eye) is selected on the flash mode, the REC light will fire, which causes the irises in the eyes of any people in the image to close, which reduces the chance of red eye.
■ Changing the Flash Intensity ■ Using Flash Assist 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. The subject in an image will look too dark if flash intensity is not enough to reach a subject that is too far away. When this happens, you can use flash assist to supplement the brightness of the subject so it appears as if flash illumination was sufficient. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Flash Intensity” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the flash intensity setting you want and then press [SET].
■ Flash Precautions 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. • The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too close. • Flash charging time depends on operating conditions (battery condition, ambient temperature, etc.) With a fully charged battery, it takes anywhere from a few seconds to 7 seconds. • Shooting with flash turned off when lighting is dim results in a slow shutter speed, which can cause image blur due to hand movement. Secure the camera with a tripod, etc.
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Using the Self-Timer 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Self-timer” and then With the self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer, and the shutter is released and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time. Self-Timer Type 10s 2s press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to Description 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 blur due to hand movement.
Using the Self-timer to Shoot an Image • The image is not shot right away after you press the shutter button. Instead, shooting starts after the preset time elapses. The AF assist/REC light/selftimer lamp flashes while the countdown is being performed. • You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown by fully pressing the shutter button while the self-timer lamp is flashing. B NOTE • The indicator “1sec” appears on the monitor screen between Triple Self-timer shots.
Selecting the Continuous Shutter Mode Using Continuous Shutter Your camera has three continuous shutter modes. Continuous Shutter Mode Description Normal Speed (Normal-speed Continuous Shutter) Continually records images until memory becomes full. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Continuous” and then press [X]. High Speed (High-speed Continuous Shutter) Continually records images at a speed that is faster than Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, until memory becomes full.
Recording with Normal-speed Continuous Shutter, High-speed Continuous Shutter, and Flash Continuous Shutter Continuous Shutter Precautions • Starting a continuous shutter operation causes the exposure and focus settings to be fixed at the levels for the first image. The same settings are applied to all subsequent images. • Continuous shutter cannot be used in combination with any of the following features. – Some BEST SHOT scenes (Business Cards and Documents, Whiteboard, etc.
• Note that the resolution of images recorded with the highspeed continuous shutter mode or flash continuous shutter mode is somewhat lower resolution and more prone to digital noise than images recorded with the normal-speed continuous shutter mode. • “Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for the flash continuous shutter mode, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity setting. • With the flash continuous shutter mode, the flash range is narrower than normal.
■ Recording Audio for a Snapshot 3. Press the shutter button again to stop audio recording. 1. Press the shutter Recording will stop automatically after about 30 seconds if you do not press the shutter button. • To turn off the audio snapshot feature, select “Off” in step 3 of the procedure under “Turning on Audio Snapshot”. button to shoot. This monitor screen will show the image you just shot, along with the “ ” icon.
IMPORTANT! • Take care that you do not block the camera’s microphone with your fingers while recording. • Good recording results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record. NOTE • After transferring an audio snapshot to your computer’s hard disk, you can play back the audio using QuickTime 7 (pages 243, 259). • The following shows the formats used for storing audio snapshot data. – Image Data: JPEG (.JPG extension) – Audio Data: WAVE/ADPCM (.
Performing a face recognition recording operation (Normal Mode) Face Recognition The face recognition feature gives priority to the human faces in an image for focus and brightness settings. The following describes to two available face recognition modes. Face Recognition Mode 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Face Recognition” and then press [X]. Description Detects human faces and adjusts focus and brightness accordingly.
5. Half-press the shutter button. Using the Family First Mode to Give Priority to Particular Faces The focus frame of the face that is focused becomes green. 6. When you are ready to shoot, press the ■ Using Record Family to Pre-record Face Data shutter button the rest of the way. The camera will adjust its settings so the framed faces are of proper brightness. To use the Family First mode, you need to pre-record facial data for the friends and family members to which you want to give priority.
■ Using Edit Family to Assign a Priority Level to Recorded Face Data 5. When the message “Face recognition successful!” appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Save” and then press [SET]. After recording face data, you can assign a name and a priority level that controls how the data is applied when shooting a snapshot. This will record the face data and return to the recording screen. • To re-record the face data, select “Cancel”. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. NOTE 2.
5. Use [W] and [X] to select a name, and then Deleting recorded face data press [T]. Perform the following steps when you want to delete recorded face data. • You can select any one of 12 preset names to face data. 6. Use [W] and [X] to select the priority level you 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. want and then press [SET]. • You can select any one of four levels, from “ (Lowest) to “ ” (Highest). Selecting “ (Disabled) will disable face recognition. 2.
■ Shooting a Snapshot using Recorded and Edited Face Data 4. Point the camera at the subjects. The camera will detect the faces of the people whose face data has been saved in camera memory. The detected faces all will be bounded by frames after detection is complete. • The frames will be colored according to the priority level of the face: White (lowest), yellow, or green (highest). A green frame indicates the highest priority face when the image is recorded.
Selecting the Face Detection Method (Priority) NOTE Use the following procedure to specify whether you want to give priority to faster speed or a higher number of faces during face detection. • Be sure to select “ (Tracking)” for the AF area whenever “Family First” is selected as the face recognition mode (page 127). 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Face Recognition” and then press [X]. 3. Use [W] and [X] to select “ Priority” and then press [SET]. 4.
Face Recognition Precautions NOTE • The maximum number of faces that can be detected at one time is five when “Speed” is selected for the “Priority” setting, and ten when “Quantity” is selected. • Detection of the following types of faces is not supported.
• Face recognition in the Family First mode may be slower than in the Normal mode because the camera needs time to determine whether the faces in the image are the same as the recorded faces. Also, compared with the Normal mode, the Family First mode will not be able to recognize faces that are far away and small. • If the camera is unable to find a face when you press the shutter button, it will focus on the center of the screen.
■ Shooting with Aperture Priority AE (A Mode) 1. Set the mode dial to “A”. With aperture priority AE, you set the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed automatically. A wider aperture (a lower aperture value) provides a shallow depth of field, while a narrow aperture (a higher aperture value) provides a greater depth of field. The difference between a wide and narrow aperture becomes apparent when shooting with optical zoom telephoto (page 69).
■ Shooting with Shutter Speed Priority AE (S mode) 3. Half-press the shutter button. The camera will focus the image in accordance with your setting. • The shutter speed and aperture value on the monitor screen will turn orange when you half-press shutter button if the image is over-exposed or under-exposed. With shutter speed priority AE, you set the shutter speed and the camera sets the appropriate exposure value automatically.
1. Set the mode dial to “S”. 2. Press [SET] as many 3. Half-press the shutter button. The camera will focus the image in accordance with your setting. • The shutter speed and aperture value on the monitor screen will turn orange when you half-press the shutter button if the image is over-exposed or under-exposed. S Mode times as required to select the shutter speed setting and then use [W] and [X] to set the speed you want.
■ Shooting with Manual Exposure Settings (M mode) 1. Set the mode dial to “M”. 2. Press [SET] as many The following shows the ranges for the shutter speed and aperture settings you can configure in the M mode. Shutter Speed Movement Aperture (Zoom at full wide angle) Focus range Slower 60 seconds Blurred Wider F3.4 Narrow M Mode times as required to select the shutter speed setting and then use [W] and [X] to set the speed you want. Faster 1/800 second Frozen Narrower Aperture Shutter Speed F4.6/F9.
4. Half-press the shutter button. IMPORTANT! The camera will focus the image in accordance with your settings. • The shutter speed and aperture value on the monitor screen will turn orange when you press the shutter button half way if the image is over-exposed or under-exposed. • You may not be able to achieve the brightness you want when shooting an image that is very dark or very bright. If this happens, use the M mode (manual exposure) to adjust the aperture or shutter speed manually.
SHOOTING A MOVIE Movie Image Quality Before shooting a movie, you should specify a movie image quality setting. Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothness, and clarity of a movie during playback. Shooting with the high-quality (HQ) setting will result in better image quality, but it also shortens the amount of time you can shoot. • Audio is stereo, except when “LP” image quality is selected, when it is monaural.
Movie File Formats Shooting a Movie Movies are recorded using H.264/AVC MOV format. Movies you shoot with your camera can be played back on a computer using QuickTime 7. Audio is also recorded while you shoot a movie. 1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ Movie Size 2. Press the shutter Approximate Size UHQ 43.6 MB UHQ Wide 52.4 MB HQ 21.7 MB HQ Wide 26.0 MB Normal 10.8 MB LP 4.1 MB Remaining Recording Time button to start shooting the movie.
Shooting with MOVIE BEST SHOT Movie Recording Precautions With MOVIE BEST SHOT (page 104), you select the preset scene that is closest to the one you want to shoot, and the camera sets up for it automatically. Selecting the “Night Scene” MOVIE BEST SHOT scene, for example, sets the camera to shoot bright, clear images at night. • You cannot use flash while shooting a movie. • The camera also records audio. Note the following points when shooting a movie.
• The effects of camera movement in an image become more pronounced when you shoot close up or a large zoom factor. Because of this, use of a tripod is recommended under these conditions. • When the subject is outside the camera’s focus range, focusing is not possible and the image will be out of focus. Using Short Movie Short Movie shoots a movie that starts four seconds before the shutter button is pressed and ends four seconds after it is pressed.
1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ ”, IMPORTANT! and then press [SET]. • Movie data is continually recorded and stored in a buffer before you press the shutter button. Keep the camera pointed at the subject. Then at the right moment, press the shutter button. When you press the shutter button, the remaining recording time of part two of the Short Movie counts down on the monitor screen. 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “Short Movie” scene and then press [SET].
1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ Using Past Movie Past Movie is similar to a normal movie, except that it captures about five seconds of whatever happened in front of the lens before the shutter button was pressed to start shooting. Past Movie is a great way to make sure that you never just miss that special moment because you press the shutter button too late. Shutter button pressed. ”, and then press [SET]. 2.
IMPORTANT! • When Past Movie is selected, the camera continually updates an internal buffer that holds about five seconds of movie images of what has happened in front of the camera’s lens. When you press the shutter button, your movie will start with the buffer’s current contents and continue from there. Be sure to keep the camera still and pointed in the direction of the subject for some time before you press the shutter button to start shooting.
USING BEST SHOT ■ Some Sample Scenes With BEST SHOT, you simply select the sample scene that is like the one you are trying to shoot, and the camera sets up automatically. Even difficult backlight scenes (which result in the main subject being too dark if set up improperly) come out looking great! You can select a sample scene by using the mode dial to select “ ” (BEST SHOT) or “ ” (MOVIE BEST SHOT).
■ Selecting a Sample Scene 1. In a REC mode, align 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the boundary to select the scene you want to select. Boundary the mode dial with “ ” or “ ” and then press [SET]. • Pressing [S] or [T] while the red boundary is at the edge of the screen will scroll to the next screen of BEST SHOT scenes. • Sliding the zoom controller towards [ ] or [ ] will display text that explains the settings configured by the selected scene (page 107).
• The BEST SHOT “For YouTube” scene sets up the camera for recording movies that are optimized for uploading to YouTube. Movies recorded with the “For YouTube” scene are stored in a special folder to make them easy to locate for uploading (page 263). Note that the image quality of movies recorded with the “For YouTube” scene is always “Normal”. Maximum recording time is 9 minutes. • BEST SHOT scenes were not shot using this camera.
Displaying Detailed Information about a BEST SHOT Scene NOTE • If you select a scene by pressing [SET] while the description screen is displayed, the same description scene will appear the next time you press [SET] to view BEST SHOT sample scenes. To display detailed information about a BEST SHOT scene, select it with the red boundary on the scene selection screen and then slide the zoom controller towards [ ] or [ ].
■ Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Scenes 3. Use [W] and [X] to select the snapshot or movie whose setup you want to register. You can use the procedure below to save the setups of snapshots or movies that you shot as BEST SHOT scenes. After that, you can recall a setup whenever you want to use it. 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “Save” and then press [SET]. 1. Use the mode dial to select “ SHOT) or “ press [SET].
Deleting a BEST SHOT User Scene NOTE Perform the following steps when you want to delete a BEST SHOT user scene. • Registering a snapshot creates a snapshot setup, while registering a movie creates a movie setup. A snapshot setup can be used to shoot snapshots only, and a movie setup can be used to shoot movies only. • You can check the settings of the currently selected BEST SHOT scene by displaying the camera’s setting menus and looking at its settings.
5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Delete” and then Taking Bright Images without Flash press [SET]. The BEST SHOT “High Sensitivity” scene makes it possible for you to take natural looking images without using the flash, even when lighting is low This will delete the BEST SHOT user scene you selected and display the next screen (either the next user scene or the Register User Scene). 6. Use [W] and [X] to select another scene and then press [SET]. • This returns to the recording state.
Shooting Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) IMPORTANT! • High Sensitivity is disabled following an automatic flash operation using the “Auto Flash” or “Red Eye” setting, or while the flash setting is “Flash On” or “Soft Flash”. • Shooting with High Sensitivity can cause an image to appear somewhat coarser than normal and can cause slight deterioration of image resolution. • The desirable level of image brightness may not be possible under very dark conditions.
■ Shooting an Image Using a Business Shot Scene BEST SHOT has two Business Shot scenes from which to choose. • Business cards and documents • White board, etc. 1. After selecting either of the BEST SHOT Business Shot scenes, compose the image and press the shutter button to shoot. This displays a screen that shows all of the rectangular shapes in the image that qualify as candidates for keystone correction. A red boundary will surround the currently selected correction candidate.
2. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you IMPORTANT! want to use for correction. • Make sure the entire object you are trying to shoot (correct) is enclosed within the monitor screen. The camera will not be able to detect the shape of the object correctly unless it is enclosed entirely within the monitor screen. • Correction will not be possible if the subject is the same color as its background. Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out.
■ Shooting an Image Using the ID Photo Scene Shooting ID Photographs 1. On the monitor screen, You can use this procedure to shoot a portrait and then print it out in a variety of different standard ID photo sizes. The following are the ID photo sizes that are included on the printout. 30 × 24mm, 40 × 30mm, 45 × 35mm, 50 × 40mm, 55 × 45mm compose the image by positioning the subject within the on-screen frame and then press the shutter button to shoot an initial temporary image.
2. Align the guidelines that appear on the 3. When everything is the way you want, press monitor screen with the subject in the recorded image. [SET]. This saves the image in memory. Head Line IMPORTANT! • An ID photo is always saved as 7M (3072 × 2304 pixels), regardless of the camera’s current image size setting. Oval Boundary Chin Line Align the subject so the head fills the oval boundary. Also make sure that the subject’s head is within the head line and the chin line.
■ Printing an ID Photo Restoring an Old Photograph Printing an ID photo image will print the same image in various sizes on a single sheet of paper. Then you can cut out the image(s) you want to use. With Old Photo, you can record the image of an old, faded photograph and then use the camera’s built-in advanced digital camera technology to restore it. IMPORTANT! ■ Before Recording with Old Photo • The ID photo sizes provided here are not exact. Actual sizes may be slightly larger.
■ Recording an Image with Old Photo NOTE • When the camera is at an angle to the photograph you are recording, the shape of the photograph may appear distorted in the recorded image. Auto keystone correction corrects for this distortion, which means that a photograph appears normal even if you record it at an angle. 1. Press the shutter button to shoot the image. • This displays a photograph contour confirmation screen and then saves the original recorded image.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Trim” and then 5. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the press [SET]. selection boundary to the desired location and then press [SET]. This displays a cropping boundary on the monitor screen. • To cancel the correction operation, select “Cancel”. The camera will correct color automatically and save the corrected image. • If you do not want a border around the resulting image, select and area that is smaller than the original image.
Recording Snapshots into a Multiimage Layout (Layout Shots) IMPORTANT! • Digital zoom is disabled while recording with Old Photo. However, you can use optical zoom. • When recording the image of a photograph, the camera will not be able to recognize the shape of the photograph in the following cases. – When part of the photograph extends outside of the monitor screen – When the subject is the same color as the background it is placed upon • The maximum Old Photo image size is 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels).
1. In a REC mode, align the mode dial with “ 5. Press the shutter button again to record the ”, and then press [SET]. next snapshot. • If you are shooting into a three-frame layout, press the shutter button a third time to record the third image. • Pressing [S] (DISP) during steps 3 or 4 of the above procedure will toggle between the layout screen (the one with the frames on it) and a screen that uses the entire display area to compose the image you are shooting.
Auto Tracking a Moving Subject (Auto Framing) IMPORTANT! • Only the final multi-snapshot image is saved in camera memory. The individual snapshots are not saved. • The size of the multi-snapshot image for this operation is fixed automatically at 7M (3072 × 2304 pixels). • While Layout Shot is being used, the setup of the camera is changed automatically as shown below. – ISO Sensitivity: Auto (fixed) – AF Area: Spot (fixed) • The following functions are disabled during Layout Shot.
3. Align the focus frame Focus frame IMPORTANT! with the subject you want to focus on and then half-press the shutter button. • The focus frame and the cropping boundary will follow the subject as it moves. • Focusing of the subject continues to be performed while you keep the shutter button half pressed. • Only the part of the image within the cropping boundary will be recorded. • The image size for this operation is fixed automatically at 3M (2048 × 1536 pixels).
ADVANCED SETTINGS Changing the Focus Mode Your camera provides you with the four focus modes described below. The initial factory default focus mode is Auto Focus. Focus Mode Description Focus Range* Auto Focus Automatic focus when the shutter button is halfpressed. Auto adjustment (Approximately 40 cm to (1.3' to )) • Minimum distance position varies with optical zoom. Macro (Close-up) Automatic focus for distances that are closer than Auto adjustment those for Auto Focus. Used for close-up shooting.
Perform the following steps to change the focus mode. Using Auto Focus 1. In a REC mode, press 1. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with Focus Mode Icon [MENU]. the subject you want to focus and then halfpress the shutter button. 2. On the “REC” tab, This camera will perform the focus operation. You can tell if the image is in focus by checking the operation lamp and the focus frame color. select “Focus” and then press [X]. Operation Lamp 3.
2. When the image is focused, press the shutter Using Macro Focus button the rest of the way to shoot. 1. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image. NOTE • When proper focusing is not possible because the subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the camera will switch to the Macro Focus range automatically (Auto Macro). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while shooting with Auto Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focus range.
NOTE • When Macro Focus cannot focus properly because the subject is too far away, the camera will switch to the Auto Focus range automatically (Auto Macro). • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while shooting with Macro Focus, values will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focus range. Example: cm – cm * will be replaced by the actual focus range values.
Auto Focus and Macro Focus Shooting Tips Select this setting: To do this: Changing the Auto Focus Area Use the following procedure to change the metering area used for Auto Focus (AF). 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Area” and then press [X]. Half-pressing the shutter button focuses the subject and also starts a focus tracking operation that keeps the focus frame on the subject as it moves. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
Using Focus Lock NOTE • When you select “ Multi” as the focus area, nine focus frames appear on the monitor screen. The camera will automatically determine the optimum focus frame(s), which will change to green on the monitor screen. Spot/ Tracking Multi “Focus lock” is the name of a technique you can use when you want to shoot an image in which the subject to be focused on is not within the focus frame in the center of the screen. • Use focus lock with “ Spot” or “ Tracking” focus. 1.
2. Keeping the shutter button half-pressed, re-compose the image as you like. • When “ Tracking” is selected as the Auto Focus area, the focus frame will move automatically and follow the subject. Quick Shutter If you press the shutter button all the way without waiting for Auto Focus while Quick Shutter is turned on, the camera will record the image using a high-speed focus operation that is much faster than normal Auto Focus.
4. Press the shutter button all the way down without pausing. Pressing the shutter button all the way without pausing at the halfway type will record with Quick Shutter, without performing the normal Auto Focus operation. IMPORTANT! • Quick Shutter will not work when you are using a very high zoom factor. In this case, you should use Auto Focus instead.
Using Infinity Focus Using Manual Focus As its name suggests, Infinity Focus fixes focus at infinity ( ). Use this mode when shooting scenery and other faraway subjects. Infinity Focus also comes in handy when shooting from a car or train window, or when shooting scenery or other subjects that are difficult to focus properly with Auto Focus. With Manual Focus, the camera automatically enlarges the subject on the monitor screen, which helps you manually adjust focus.
2. Use [W] and [X] to focus the image, as you NOTE view the results on the monitor screen. • Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 69) while shooting with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. Example: MF cm – * will be replaced by the actual focus range values. At this time the image that is within the boundary will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids in focusing.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Reducing the Effects of Hand and Subject Movement and then press [SET]. You can turn on the camera’s Anti Shake feature to reduce image blur due to subject movement or hand movement when shooting a moving subject using telephoto, when shooting a fast-moving subject, or when shooting under dim lighting conditions. Your digital camera is equipped with a CCD shift type camera shake correction feature and a high-sensitivity anti image blur feature.
• The camera sometimes performs an automatic noise reduction operation to reduce digital noise in images recorded under certain lighting conditions. This operation causes the camera to take longer than normal to store the image and be ready for the next shot. • Only the “ Camera Shake” setting can be enabled in the S Mode (Shutter Speed Priority AE) and M Mode (Manual Exposure) (page 91). At shutter speeds slower than four seconds, “ Camera Shake” becomes disabled in the S Mode and M Mode.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, Shooting with the REC Light You can turn on the camera’s REC light (AF assist/REC light/ self-timer lamp) when shooting where lighting is dim. You can turn on the REC light while shooting a movie to illuminate your subject. and then press [SET]. AF assist/REC light/ self-timer lamp 1.
Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) IMPORTANT! • You also can use [T] ( ) to cycle through REC light settings (“On” “Off”) while movie recording is in progress. • Never look directly into the AF assist light/REC light/selftimer lamp or point it directly into the eyes of others. • Never point the AF assist/REC light/self-timer lamp in the direction of a person who is operating a motor vehicle. • The effectiveness of the REC light is reduced in the case of faraway subjects.
3. Use [S] and [T] to adjust the exposure 4. After the EV value is compensation value. the way you want, press [SET] to apply it. [S]: Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best used for light-colored subjects and backlit subjects. * Increasing the EV value also works well with the BEST SHOT “Backlight” scene. The exposure compensation value you set remains in effect until you change it.
Controlling White Balance NOTE • Performing an EV shift operation while using multi-pattern metering will cause the metering mode to switch automatically to center weighted metering. The metering mode will return to multi-pattern metering when you change the exposure compensation value to 0.0 (page 142). • You can use the key customization feature to configure the [W] and [X] buttons so they control the EV shift (page 150).
To do this: Select this setting: Let the camera adjust white balance automatically Auto Shoot outdoors on a clear day Daylight Shoot outdoors on an overcast rainy day, in the shade, etc. Overcast Shoot in the shadow of a building, in the shade of trees, etc.
■ Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually 4. Under the lighting conditions you plan to use when shooting, point the camera at a blank white piece of paper so it fills the entire monitor screen and then press the shutter button. Under complex lighting conditions, the preset white balance settings may not be able to produce natural looking colors. When this happens, you can configure the white balance setting manually for particular lighting conditions.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Specifying ISO Sensitivity and then press [SET]. ISO sensitivity is a value that expresses sensitivity to light. A larger value indicates higher sensitivity, which is better for shooting when available lighting is dim. If you want to use faster shutter speeds, you should use a higher ISO sensitivity value.
Center Weighted Center weighted metering concentrates on the center of the focus area to measure light. Use this metering method when you want to exert some control over exposure, without leaving settings totally up to the camera. Specifying the Metering Mode The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Metering” and Spot Spot metering takes readings at a very small area.
Reducing the Effects of Overexposure and Underexposure IMPORTANT! • The metering mode will change to “Center Weighted” automatically if you change the EV shift value (page 136) to anything other than 0.0 while “Multi” is selected. The metering mode will change back to “Center Weighted” when the EV shift value is changed back to 0.0. • When “Multi” is selected as the metering mode, the icon will not be displayed on the monitor screen when you return to a REC mode information display (page 267).
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Enhancing Human Skin Textures and then press [SET]. When you want to do this: Select this setting: Apply Dynamic Range to a greater extent than “Expand +1” Expand +2 Suppress overexposure and underexposure Expand +1 Do not suppress overexposure and underexposure Off You can use the procedure below to reduce digital noise from human skin in the recorded image and enhance its texture. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2.
Using the Camera’s Color Filter Effects Controlling Image Sharpness Use the following procedure to adjust the sharpness of subject outlines in your images. The camera’s filter feature lets you add color tints to your images as you shoot them. The color effect look just like what you would get by installing a color filter on the lens of the camera. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Sharpness” and 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. then press [X]. 2.
Controlling Color Saturation Adjusting Image Contrast Use the following procedure to adjust the saturation of colors in your images. Use the following procedure to adjust the contrast of your images. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Saturation” and 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Contrast” and then press [X]. then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want 3.
Date Stamping Snapshots IMPORTANT! • Even if you do not stamp the date and/or time with Timestamp, you can do so later using the DPOF function and the printing software function (page 226). • Once date and time information is stamped in a print, it cannot be edited or deleted. • Use the “Date Style” setting (page 211) to specify the Year/ Month/Day format of the date. • The recording date and time are determined in accordance with the camera’s clock settings (pages 11, 211) when the snapshot is recorded.
■ How to Use the Histogram Using the On-screen Histogram to Check Exposure 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.
Example Histograms An overall well-balanced histogram results when the overall image is at optimal lightness. A histogram towards the left side results when the overall image is dark. A histogram that is too far to the left may result in “black out” of the dark areas of an image, as shown in the nearby image. IMPORTANT! A histogram towards the right side results when the overall image is light.
Using Key Customize to Assign Functions [W] and [X] Other Useful Recording Functions The following functions are also available in a REC mode to help make your digital image more efficient and enjoyable. • Assign functions to the [W] and [X] keys • Display an on-screen grid for easy image composition • Review an image you just recorded • Register initial power up settings • Reset settings Key Customize lets you assign any one of the five functions listed below to the [W] and [X] keys.
1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. Displaying an On-screen Grid 2. On the “REC” tab, select “L/R Key”, and then The on-screen grid can be displayed on a REC mode monitor screen for easy alignment when composing images. press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the function you want to assign and then press [SET]. After you assign a function, you can control its setting using the [W] and [X] keys. Selecting “Off” leaves the [W] and [X] keys with no function assigned. 1. In a REC mode, press [MENU]. 2.
Displaying the Image You Just Recorded (Image Review) Using Icon Help Icon help displays guidance text about an icon when you select it on the monitor screen while in a REC mode. • Icon help text is displayed for the following functions: Recording mode, flash mode, continuous shutter mode, white balance, self-timer.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Using Mode Memory to Configure Power On Default Settings and then press [SET]. To do this: Select this setting: Display icon help text next to the icon of a function when you select the function On Turn off icon help Off You can configure the camera so it saves certain settings in “mode memory” whenever it is turned off, and restores the settings the next time you turn the camera back on.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Setting and then press [SET].
Resetting the Camera to Its Initial Factory Defaults IMPORTANT! • The following are not initialized when you reset the camera (page 270). – Home Time setup – World Time setup – Adjust – Date Style – Language – Video Out Use the following procedure when you want to return to the camera to its initial factory default settings, which are the ones that are configured when you first purchase the camera. See “Menu Reference” on page 269 for the initial factory default setting for each menu item. 1.
VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES • This will display one of the snapshots in memory, along with some information about the settings used to shoot it (page 268). Viewing a Snapshot Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. File Type Folder/File Names 1. Open the lens cover to turn on the camera. Image Quality 2. Press [ ] to enter the PLAY mode.
3. Use [W] and [X] to scroll between images. Listening to the Audio of an Audio Snapshot Press [X] to scroll forward and [W] to scroll back. [X] [X] [W] [W] You can use the following procedure to play the audio of an audio snapshot. An audio snapshot is indicated by the “ ” file type icon. 1. Enter the PLAY mode and then use [W] and [X] to display the audio snapshot whose audio you want to play. NOTE • Holding down [W] or [X] scrolls at high speed.
Audio Playback Controls Viewing a Movie Use the following procedure to view a movie on the camera’s monitor screen. To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback Hold down [X] or [W]. Pause or restart playback Press [SET]. [X] to display the movie you want to play. Adjust volume Press [T] and then use [S] and [T]. • Check the file type icon. The file type icon of a movie is “ ” (Movie) icon (page 268). Change on-screen indicators Press [S] (DISP). Stop playback Press [MENU]. 1.
To switch to a REC mode You can enter a REC Mode by performing any one of the following operations. – Press the shutter button. – Align the mode dial with the desired REC mode. – Press [ ] (PLAY) (with the lens cover open). Movie Playback Controls To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback. • Each press of either button increases the speed of the fast forward or fast reverse operation up to three steps. Hold down [X] or [W].
Playing Back a Movie with Anti Shake Playing a Slideshow on the Camera Use the following procedure when you want to play back a movie with Anti Shake. Anti Shake is particularly useful when you have the camera connected to a TV for viewing, since the effects of camera movement are more evident on a big screen. The slideshow feature lets you play the files stored in memory in sequence, automatically. You can configure the slideshow so it plays the files the way you want. 1.
Images (Select the files you want to include in the slideshow.) • All images: Includes all snapshots, movies, and audio in memory. • Only: Includes snapshots and audio snapshots only. • Only: Includes movies only. • One Image: Includes only one specific image (selected using [W] and [X]). • Favorites: Includes snapshots in the FAVORITE folder (page 199). Effect (Select a special effect.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select “Start” and then IMPORTANT! press [SET] to start the slideshow. • All button operations are disabled while the slideshow is switching from one image to another. Wait until an image is stopped on the display before performing a button operation. If a button does not work, wait a bit and try again. The slideshow is performed in accordance with the settings you configured above. • You can also scroll through images during a slideshow by pressing [X] (forward) and [W] (back).
■ Changing the Background Music Transferring Background Music to the Camera You can change from the built-in background music that plays when you execute “Effect” to other background music. You can select background music after its file has been saved to the memory card or the camera’s built in memory. ● Supported File File Types: IMA ADPCM format WAV files Sampling Frequencies: 22.05 kHz/44.1 kHz Audio: stereo ● Number of Files: 9 ● File names: SSBGM001.WAV to SSBGM009.
3. Create a folder named “SSBGM”. IMPORTANT! • The background music files will be loop played in sequence. • If both the memory card loaded in the camera and the camera’s built-in memory contain background music files, the files on the memory card are played. • See the user documentation that comes with your computer for information about moving, copying, and deleting files. 4. Double-click the “SSBGM” folder you created and copy the background music file to it. 5.
■ Playing a Slideshow on the USB Cradle (Photo Stand) 2. Press the USB cradle’s [PHOTO] button to start the slideshow. You can play a slideshow on the camera while it is mounted on the USB cradle. This is a good way to enjoy a long slideshow, without worrying about the camera’s battery going dead. • Configure slideshow settings (page 160) before performing the steps below. • Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the USB cradle, and plug it into a power outlet.
To stop a slideshow Viewing Camera Images on a TV Press the USB cradle’s [PHOTO] button. This will turn off the camera. Use the procedure below to view snapshots and movies on a TV screen. IMPORTANT! 1. Connect the USB cradle to a TV. • The battery does not charge while a slideshow is in progress. To charge the battery, stop the slideshow. • Do not remove the camera from the cradle while a slideshow is in progress. Doing so can cause data to become corrupted.
3. Turn on the TV and select its video input To turn off the camera mode. You can turn off the camera by doing either of the following. • Press the camera’s [ ] button. • Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. If the TV has more than one video input, select the one where the USB cradle is connected. 4. Press [ ] to turn on the camera and enter the PLAY mode. IMPORTANT! • When connecting to a TV to display images, be sure that the camera’s “ Power On” setting is “Power On” or “Hold: On” page 217.
■ Selecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and Video Output System NOTE • You can use the camera’s USB cradle to connect to a DVD recorder or video deck and record images from the camera. There are various different methods you can use in order to connect to another device when recording images. The following describes one method for connection using the AV cable that comes with the camera. – DVD recorder or video deck: Connect to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN terminals.
Zooming the Displayed Image IMPORTANT! • Select the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) that matches the type of TV you plan to use. You may also need to configure the aspect ratio setting on your TV as well. Incorrect aspect ratio settings on the camera and/or the TV can result in abnormal image display. • Images will not display correctly unless the camera’s video signal output setting matches the video signal system of the TV or other video equipment.
To zoom back out, slide the zoom controller towards [ ]( ). Using the 9-image Screen You can use the procedure below to display a screen that shows 9 images. • If display indicators are turned on, an indicator in the lower right corner of the monitor screen shows what part of the zoomed image is currently displayed. 1. In the PLAY mode, Selection Boundary slide the zoom controller towards [ ]( ). To return to image to normal size Press [MENU].
2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the Using the Calendar Screen selection boundary to the date whose image you want to view and then press [SET]. Use the following procedure to display a calendar, which shows the first image recorded on each date of a particular month. This screen helps to make searching for an image quicker and easier. 1. In the PLAY mode, This will display the first image recorded on that date.
IMPORTANT! • Note following points about how certain editing functions of the camera affect the date with which the image is associated on the calendar screen.
EDITING IMAGES 4. Use [S] and [T] to select an image size, and Resizing a Snapshot then press [SET]. You can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the result as a separate snapshot. The original snapshot is also retained. You can resize a snapshot to any one of the following sizes. Image Size (Pixels) Larger • When you select an image size, it will start to cycle through the following information: Image Size Number of Pixels Print Size .
Cropping a Snapshot IMPORTANT! • You cannot resize a VGA (640 × 480 pixels) size image. • Resizing a snapshot shot with an aspect ratio of 3:2 will cause the left and right sides of the image to be cut off. The aspect ratio of the resulting image will be 4:3. • The recording date of the resized version of the snapshot will be the same as the recording date of the original snapshot. You can crop a snapshot to trim parts you do not need, and save the result in a separate file.
4. Use the zoom controller to zoom, and [S], [T], Keystone Correction [W], and [X] to move around the zoomed image to display the part you want to extract. Use the following procedure to correct the snapshot of a blackboard, document, poster, photograph, or other rectangular object that is out of square because it was recorded at an angle. Performing keystone correction on an image causes a new (corrected) 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size image to be stored as a separate file. 5.
4. Use [W] and [X] to Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph select the candidate you want to correct. Color restoration let you correct the old color of a photograph shot with a digital camera. This function is useful for correcting existing old photographs, posters, etc. • Performing color restoration on an image causes a new (restored) 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size image to be stored as a separate file. 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Correct” and then press [SET].
6. Move the zoom controller up and down to IMPORTANT! zoom the cropping boundary. • If the original image is smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) size, the new (restored) version will be the same size as the original one. • When you display a restored image on the camera’s monitor screen, the date and time indicate when the image was originally recorded, not when the image was corrected. 7. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the selection boundary to the desired location and then press [SET].
5. When all the settings are the way you want, Editing the Date and Time of an Image press [SET] to apply them. Use the procedure in this section to change the date and time of a previously recorded image. • After editing the time and date, display the image to confirm that the date and time are correct. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to display IMPORTANT! the image whose date and time you want to edit.
Rotating an Image IMPORTANT! • You cannot rotate an image that is protected. To rotate a protected snapshot, first remove its protection (page 197). • Zoomed images cannot be rotated. • The original (unrotated) version of an image will be displayed on the 9-image screen and the calendar screen. • Movies can be rotated on the camera’s monitor screen only. The movie is not rotated when played on a computer screen.
3. On the “PLAY” tab, Combining Multiple Snapshots into a Single Image (Layout Print) select “Layout Print”, and then press [X]. • This operation can be performed only while a snapshot is on the monitor screen. You can use the following procedure to insert snapshots into the frames of a layout and produce a new image that contains multiple snapshots. • Layout pattern (Two Images) • Layout pattern (Three Images) 4. Use [W] and [X] to select the type of layout you want and then press [SET]. 5.
6. Press [SET]. IMPORTANT! • Layout Print is not supported when the image size is “3:2 (3264 × 2176 pixels)”. • When you display a layout image on the camera’s monitor screen, the date and time indicates when the last image added to the layout was originally recorded, not when the image was laid out. • The size of the multi-snapshot image for this operation is fixed automatically at 7M (3072 × 2304 pixels). 7. Use [W] and [X] to select the snapshot for the layout and then press [SET]. 8.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select a white balance Adjusting White Balance of a Recorded Image setting, and then press [SET] to apply it. When you want the image to appear like it was recorded under these conditions: 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. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to display the image whose white balance setting you want to change. 2. Press [MENU]. 3.
• Normally, the initially selected white balance setting on the above menu is the one that was used when you originally recorded the image. If you used the “Auto” or “Manual” white balance setting when you recorded the image, “Cancel” will be selected (page 139). • If you select the same white balance setting as the one you selected when you originally recorded the image, pressing [SET] will exit the white balance adjustment menu without changing the image.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, IMPORTANT! and then press [SET]. To get tthis: Brighter • Adjusting the brightness of an image creates a new image with the new brightness level. The original image also remains in memory. • When you display a brightness adjusted image on the camera’s monitor screen, the date and time indicates when the image was originally recorded, not when the brightness was adjusted.
Reducing the Effects of Underexposure IMPORTANT! • Performing Dynamic Range correction on an image causes the new (corrected) version to be stored as a separate file. • When you display a corrected image on the camera’s monitor screen, the date and time indicates when the image was originally recorded, not when the image was corrected. You can use the following procedure to reduce underexposure only, while maintaining the bright areas of an image. 1.
Editing a Movie on the Camera IMPORTANT! • When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. Once you perform an editing operation, you will not be able to undo it. • A movie that is shorter than five seconds cannot be edited. • The movie editing operation is supported only for movies that were recorded with this camera. • You will not be able to edit a movie if the amount of remaining memory capacity is less than the size of the movie file you want to edit.
1. Play back the movie you want to edit. 5. Select the frame (point) where you want to cut the movie. 2. Press [SET] to pause playback. • Check to make sure that “ ” (cut icon) is displayed on the monitor screen. If it isn’t, press [SET] again. 3. Press [T]. Cut range (red) Cut icon • You could also perform the following steps in place of steps 1 through 3 above. 1 In the PLAY mode, select the movie you want to edit and then press [MENU]. 2 On the “PLAY” tab, select “Movie Editing” and then press [X].
6. Press [T] to perform the required cut 7. In response to the confirmation message that operation(s). appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes” and then press [SET]. For this type of cut operation: Do this: Cut (To-Point Cut) Select the point up to which you want to cut and then press [T]. Cut (From-Point Cut) Select the point from which you want to cut and then press [T]. Cut (Point-To-Point Cut) 1. Select the start point of the center segment and then press [T]. 2.
1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to scroll Creating a Snapshot of a Movie Frame (MOTION PRINT) through images and display the movie that contains the frame you want to use. MOTION PRINT lets you capture a movie frame and use it to create a snapshot. The snapshot you create can be either of the two formats described below. 9-frame Snapshot 1-frame Snapshot 2. Press [MENU]. 3. On the “PLAY” tab, select “MOTION PRINT”, and then press [X].
6. After displaying the movie frame you want, press [SET]. • If you selected “9 frames” in step 4, the camera will create a 9-frame snapshot with the frame you selected in step 6 in the center. • If you selected “1 frame” in step 4, the camera will create a snapshot of the frame you selected in step 6. IMPORTANT! • MOTION PRINT is not possible using a movie that was recorded on a different type of camera.
USING AUDIO 4. Press [SET] to start audio recording. Adding Audio to a Snapshot 5. Press [SET] again to stop audio recording. The dubbing feature of your camera lets you add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it. A snapshot that includes audio (regardless of whether the audio was recorded on the spot or added later) is indicated by the “ ” icon. You can re-record a snapshot’s audio whenever you want. You can record up to about 30 seconds of audio for a snapshot. • Audio is monaural.
■ Re-recording Snapshot Audio 5. Press [SET] to start audio recording. This deletes the previous recording and replaces it with the new one. IMPORTANT! • Note that you cannot restore the original audio once you delete or re-record the audio of a snapshot. 6. Press [SET] again to stop audio recording. Recording will stop automatically after about 30 seconds if you do not press [SET]. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to scroll through images and display the snapshot whose audio you want to re-record.
3. Press the shutter button to start recording. Recording Audio Only (Voice Recording) • The operation lamp flashes green while recording is in progress. • Pressing [SET] during recording will insert a marker into the recording. During later playback, you will be able to jump to the markers in the recording. Voice Recording lets you record audio only, without a snapshot or movie. Using built-in memory only, you get up to about 36 minutes, 46 seconds of Voice Recording. 1.
■ Playing Back Voice Recording Data 5. Now you can repeat steps 3 and 4 to record more, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [SET] and selecting another BEST SHOT scene. 1. Enter the PLAY mode, and then use [W] and [X] to display the Voice Recording file you want to play. “ ” is displayed in place of an image for a Voice Recording file. NOTE • You can also play back Voice Recording data on your computer using QuickTime. • Your camera supports the following audio data formats.
Voice Recording Playback Controls To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback. Hold down [X] or [W]. Pause or restart playback Press [SET]. Jump to a marker in the audio data while playback is paused. Press [X] or [W]. Adjust volume • You can adjust volume only while playback is in progress or paused. Press [T] and then use [S] and [T]. Toggle on-screen indicators on or off Press [S] (DISP). Stop playback Press [MENU].
MANAGING YOUR FILES Files and Folders Your camera treats each snapshot, movie, and Voice Recording, as a separate file. You can delete, protect, and copy files as required. Files are grouped in folders that are created automatically by the camera. Files and folders have their own unique names, which are assigned automatically by the camera. • For details about how folders are organized in memory, see “Memory Folder Structure” (page 262).
Protecting a File Against Deletion NOTE • You can view folder and file names on your computer. For details about how file names are displayed on the camera’s monitor screen, see page 268. • The total number of folders and files that is allowed depends on the image size and quality, and capacity of the memory card being used for storage. You can protect an important file to ensure that it cannot be deleted accidentally.
■ Protecting All Files in Memory 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “On” and then press [SET]. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. An image that is protected is indicated by the “ ” icon. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Protect” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files : On” and then press [SET]. 5. Now you can repeat steps 3 and 4 to protect This protects all files currently in memory. another image or exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. 4. Press [MENU].
4. Use [W] and [X] to select the snapshot you Using the FAVORITE Folder want to copy to the FAVORITE folder. The FAVORITE folder is located in the camera’s built-in memory, and you can use it to store personal snapshots that you do not want displayed during normal PLAY mode operations. FAVORITE folder snapshots remain in camera memory, even if you change to a different memory card. 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Save”, and then press [SET]. This saves a copy of the snapshot to the FAVORITE folder. 6.
■ Viewing Snapshots in the FAVORITE Folder IMPORTANT! • The snapshot copied to the FAVORITE folder is converted to QVGA size (320 × 240 pixels). A snapshot in the FAVORITE folder cannot be restored to its original size. • Snapshots in the FAVORITE folder cannot be copied to a memory card. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Show” and then press [SET].
Perform the following steps to view FAVORITE folder contents on your computer. Copying Files Files can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory to a memory card, or from a memory card to built-in memory. This makes it possible, for example, to perform the following steps and copy a file from your memory card to another person’s memory card. 1 Copy the file from your memory card to the camera’s built-in memory. 2 Remove your memory card and insert the other person’s memory card.
■ Copying All Files in Built-in Memory to a Memory Card ■ Copying a Single File from a Memory Card to Built-in Memory The following operation copies all files from built-in memory to a memory card. You cannot copy files individually. With this procedure, files must be copied one-by-one. 1. Load the memory card that contains the file 1. Load the memory card to which you want to you want to copy into the camera. copy the files into the camera. 2. Turn on the camera, enter the PLAY mode and 2.
7. Now you can repeat steps 5 and 6 to copy another file, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. NOTE • Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory whose name has the largest serial number.
DELETING FILES You can delete files you no longer need, or after you transfer them to your computer’s hard disk or print them. This frees up memory for new files. You can delete one specific file, or you can delete all files currently in memory. Here we will explain the different file delete procedures, including how to delete snapshots from the FAVORITE folders. Deleting a Specific File 1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( ). IMPORTANT! • Remember that a file delete operation cannot be undone.
Deleting All Files 1. In the PLAY mode, press [T] ( Deleting FAVORITE Folder Snapshots You can delete a single snapshot, or you can delete all the snapshots currently in the FAVORITE folder. ). 2. Use [S] and [T] to select “All Files Delete” 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. and then press [SET]. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and 3. In response to the confirmation message that then press [X]. appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Yes”.
OTHER SETTINGS 4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Configuring Camera Sound Settings and then press [SET]. Your camera lets you configure the following sound settings. • Type of sound and volume for shutter release and other operations • Volume level for movie and Voice Recording playback ■ Selecting the Operation Sound To do this: Select this setting: Sound one of the built-in sounds (1 through 5) Sound 1 - 5 Turn sound off Off 1. Press [MENU]. 2.
■ Setting the Operation Tone Volume Level ■ Setting the Playback Volume Level 1. Press [MENU]. You can use this procedure to set the playback volume level for movies and audio snapshots, independent of the operation tone volume. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “ 1. Press [MENU]. Operation”. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Sounds” and then press [X]. 4. Use [W] and [X] to specify the playback volume setting you want and then press [SET]. 3.
Turning the Startup Screen On or Off NOTE • The following are the types of images that you can select for the startup screen. – Special startup screen images built into the camera – Snapshots – Audio snapshots (Audio does not play.) • Only one startup screen image can be in effect at any time. To change the startup screen to another image, simply overwrite the current image with the new one. • Formatting built-in memory (page 218) will delete the current startup screen image.
Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial number used in file names (page 196). 1. Press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “File No.” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET]. 209 To have the camera do this: Select this setting: Remember the numbers used for files.
3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Home” and then Changing the Camera Date and Time Setting press [X]. 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then When changing the date and time setting, be sure to do so for your Home City (the location where you normally use the camera). If you already have your Home City setting configured correctly, you can use the procedure under “Setting the Date and Time for Your Home City” (page 211) to change the current time setting only, if you want. press [X]. 5.
■ Setting the Date and Time for Your Home City ■ Changing the Date Format 1. Press [MENU]. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Adjust” and then 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Date Style” and You can select from among three different formats for the date. press [X]. then press [X]. 3. Set the date and the time. 3.
4. Use [S] and [T] to Using World Time select “City” and then press [X]. You can use the World Time screen to view the current time in 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. • To configure the summer time setting, use [S] and [T] to select “DST” and then select “On”. • Summer time is used in some areas to advance the current time setting by one hour during the summer months.
■ Switching between the Home Time and World Time Screens 5. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the area where the city you want to view is located and then press [SET]. 1. Press [MENU]. 6. Use [S] and [T] to select the city you want 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time” and and then press [SET]. then press [X]. 7. After the setting is the way you want, press 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “World” for the [SET] to exit the setting screen. World Time screen, or “Home” for the Home Time screen.
■ If the display contents are in the wrong language Changing the Display Language You can use the procedure below to select a display text language. • The number and types of languages depend on the geographic area where the camera was marketed. 1 23 1. Press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “Language” and then press [X]. 1 : Select this tab. 2 : Select the “Language” item. 3 : Select the language you want. 3. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
Changing the Brightness of the Monitor Screen You can use the following procedure to change the brightness of the monitor screen. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Select the “Set Up” tab, select “Screen”, and When you want to do this: Select this setting: Relatively higher monitor screen brightness than the 0 setting (for outdoor use) • This setting consumes more power. +1 Normal monitor screen brightness (for indoor use) 0 then press [X] 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Changing the USB Port Protocol and then press [SET]. You can use the procedure below to change the USB communication protocol that is used when exchanging data with a computer, printer, or other external device. Select the protocol that suits the device to which you are connecting. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then press [X].
Configuring [ Settings ] (PLAY) Button NOTE • The initial factory default for this setting is “Power On”. • Change this setting to anything besides “Disable” before connecting to a TV for image viewing. You can use the procedure below to specify what happens when you press the [ ] (PLAY) button. 1. Press [MENU]. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “ Power On” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
1. Check to make sure there is no memory card Formatting Built-in Memory loaded in the camera. Formatting built-in memory deletes any data stored in it. • If there is a memory card loaded in the camera, remove it. IMPORTANT! 2. Press [MENU]. • Note that data deleted by a format operation cannot be recovered. Check to make sure you do not need any of the data in built-in memory before you format it. • Formatting built-in memory also deletes the following.
PRINTING Types of Printing There are three different methods you can use for printing images. Professional Print Service (page 220) Printing at Home Take the memory card that contains the images you want to print to a professional print service. • You can use DPOF settings to specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before taking the card in for printing.
■ Printing Precautions Using Your Printer to Print Images • See the documentation that comes with your printer for information about print quality and paper settings. • Contact the manufacturer of your printer to find out if it supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT, for new printer versions, etc. • Never disconnect cables or perform any camera or USB cradle operation while printing is in progress. Doing so can cause a printer error.
■ Printing on a Printer that Supports PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT 4. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the USB cradle and your printer’s USB port. You can connect the camera directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT compliant printer and print images without going through a computer. • The camera’s USB cradle also allows easy connection to a printer. Before connecting to a printer via the USB cradle, be sure to perform the following procedure first.
5. Turn off the camera and place it onto the USB 9. Use [S] and [T] to select “Paper Size” and cradle. then press [X]. 6. Turn on the printer. 10. Use [S] and [T] to select a paper size and then press [SET]. 7. Load paper into the printer. • The following are the available paper sizes. 3.5" × 5", 5" × 7", 4" × 6", A4, 8.5" × 11", By Printer • Selecting “By Printer” prints using a paper size selected on the printer. • Available paper settings depend on the connected printer.
11. Use [S] and [T] to specify the print option 12. Use [S] and [T] to select “Print” and then you want. press [SET]. If you want to print a specific image: Select “1 Image” and then press [SET]. After that, use [W] and [X] to display the image you want to print. If you want to print multiple images: Select “DPOF Printing” and then press [SET]. Next, use the DPOF settings (page 224) to specify the images you want to select. Printing will start and the message “Busy... Please wait...
■ Configuring DPOF Settings Individually for Each Image Using DPOF to Specify Images to be Printed and the Number of Copies 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and whether date stamping is turned on or off. The settings you configure are recorded on the memory card.
copies. ■ Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the Images • You can specify up to 99 for the number of copies. Specify 0 if you do not want to print the image. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 5. Use [S] and [T] to specify the number of 6. If you want to include the date in the images, 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF Printing” slide the zoom controller to turn on date stamping. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “All images” and and then press [X].
Clear DPOF settings when you no longer need them! Date Stamping DPOF settings are not cleared automatically after printing is complete. This means that if you perform another printing operation without clearing DPOF settings, printing will be performed in accordance with the last settings you configured.
• You can insert dates using the bundled Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM (page 232) software (Windows only). • Request date stamping when ordering prints from a professional print service – Some print services do not support date printing. Check with your service for more information. Supported Protocols Your camera supports the protocols described below.
■ Exif Print Printing on a printer that also supports Exif Print (Exif 2.2) uses information about shooting conditions recorded with the image to enhance printed image quality. Contact your printer manufacturer for information about models that support Exif Print, printer upgrades, etc.
USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER * You can also transfer images to a computer for viewing and storage without connecting the camera, by removing the memory card from the camera and reading the contents of the card with your computer (page 261). What you can do Connecting the camera to a computer with the bundled USB cable provides you with the capabilities described below.
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer IMPORTANT! • This camera supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed protocol. Though it can be used with a computer that supports only USB 1.1 protocol, higher speed data transfer becomes possible when USB 2.0 Hi-Speed is supported. Note that certain computer models, connecting through a USB hub, and other system conditions can slow down data transfer and even cause operational problems.
Objective Windows Version Install this software: See page: Vista/XP/ 2000 Movie Wizard 3.2 SE VCD • You also need to install DirectX, Microsoft Windows Media Player, QuickTime 7, and Flash Player separately. XP/2000 VideoStudio 10 Plus for CASIO (Trial Version) • This is the Trial Version of the software, whose use is limited to 30 days following installation. • You also need to install DirectX, Microsoft Windows Media Player, QuickTime 7, and Flash Player separately.
■ Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software Photo Transport 1.0 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. HD HD :At least 180MB Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM 3.
■ Precautions for Windows Vista Users VideoStudio 10 Plus for CASIO (Trial Version) * 30-day trial version CPU • Photo Transport will not run under Windows Vista 64 bit Version. • Photo Transport can be used only by users logged in with Administrator privileges. • Operation on a self-made computer or under a dual-processor environment is not supported. • Operation may not be possible under certain computer environments.
Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer If your computer is running Windows 98SE or 98, do not try to establish a connection between the camera and computer before installing the USB driver on the computer. You can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your computer by connecting to the camera. • You can connect the camera to your computer to view and store images (snapshot and movie files). – USB driver installation is not required in the case of Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and Me.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First Time 1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle and then plug it in to a household power outlet. IMPORTANT! • If you are not using the AC adaptor to power the camera, the battery may go low and cause the camera to turn off while it is in the middle of exchanging files with your computer. Use of the special AC adaptor is recommended to power the camera.
2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 3. Open the lens cover to turn on the camera and with the camera to the USB cradle and the USB port of your computer. then press [MENU]. • Do not place the camera on the USB cradle yet. USB Cable (Bundled) 4. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then press [X]. Connector Mini-B USB Port 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Mass Storage” and then press [SET]. Connector A 6.
7. Press the USB cradle’s IMPORTANT! [USB] button. • Never disconnect the USB cable or remove the camera from the USB cradle without exiting the USB mode first. Doing so can corrupt image data. See “Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle” on page 241 for the correct steps you need to perform to remove the camera from the cradle safely. [USB] USB Lamp Camera-Computer Connection Pressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the USB lamp lighting green.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First Time ■ Viewing Camera Images on Your Computer After connecting the camera to your computer, you can view camera images on your computer screen. Since you need to configure menu settings only the first time you connect the camera to your computer, later connections are much simpler. 1. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Computer”. Windows Vista users: Click “Start” and then “Computer”.
■ Saving an Image on Your Computer 5. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view. In order to work on an image or put it into an album, you must first save it to your computer. To save a camera image to your computer, you must first establish a connection between them via the camera’s USB cradle. This displays the image. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 262. 1. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My NOTE Computer”.
4. On the shortcut menu that appears, click IMPORTANT! “Copy”. • Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files that are in the camera’s built-in memory or memory card. Doing so can cause problems with the camera’s image management data, which will make it impossible to play back images on the camera and can drastically alter remaining memory capacity. Whenever you want to modify, delete, move, or rename an image, do so only on images that are stored on your computer.
■ Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on the Computer Windows Vista/XP/98SE/98 Users To manage images on your computer, you need to install the Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM application from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM lets you import images from the camera to your computer automatically, to arrange images by recording date, and to display images in a calendar format. Press the USB cradle [USB] button.
3. Click “Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM 3.1” to 1. On your computer, click “Start”, “All select it and then click “Read me”. Programs”, “Accessories”, “System Tools” and then “System Information”. • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. 2. On the “Tools” menu, select “DirectX Diagnostic Tool”. 4. Click “Install” for Photo Loader with HOT 3. On the “System” tab, check to make sure that ALBUM.
3. Click “QuickTime 7” to select it and then click Playing Movies “Read me”. You can play back movies on a computer that has QuickTime 7 or higher installed. To play back a movie, first copy it to your computer and then double-click the movie file. • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. 4. Click “Install” for QuickTime 7. 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled 5.
■ Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie Playback Uploading Movie Files to YouTube To simplify uploading of movie files you recorded with the “For You Tube” BEST SHOT scene, install YouTube Uploader for CASIO from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to play back movies recorded with this camera on a Windows computer.
■ Uploading a movie file to YouTube 3. Click “YouTube Uploader for CASIO” to select it and then click “Read me.” IMPORTANT! • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. • 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.
4. Press the USB cradle’s [USB] button. IMPORTANT! • YouTube Uploader for CASIO will start up automatically. • The first time you start up YouTube Uploader, a dialog box will appear and ask you to enter your YouTube user ID and your password, and to configure network environment settings. Follow the instructions on the dialog box and then click the [OK] button. • The maximum file size for upload to the YouTube website is 100MB. 5.
2. On the menu screen, click the “Language” Editing a Movie down arrow button and then select the language you want. In order to edit movies on your PC, you need to install Movie Wizard 3.2 SE VCD from the bundled CD-ROM. 3. Click “Movie Wizard 3.2 SE VCD” to select it NOTE and then click “Read me”. • The Movie Wizard 3.2 SE VCD application that comes on the bundled CD-ROM can create Video-CDs, but it cannot created DVDs.
3. Click “Photo Transport” to select it and then Transferring Images to the Camera click “Read me”. In order to return images from your computer memory back to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the CD-ROM that comes with the camera. • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. ■ Installing Photo Transport 4. Click “Install” for Photo Transport. 1.
■ Transferring image files to the camera 3. Drop the image data you want to transfer to the camera onto the Photo Transport Transfer button. 1. First, connect the camera to your computer. • See page 235 for information about connecting the camera to your computer. Move your mouse pointer to the image file you want to transfer, and then hold down your mouse button.
4. Follow the instructions that appear on the ■ Transferring screen captures to the camera display to transfer the image file to the camera. 1. First, connect the camera to your computer. • See page 235 for information about connecting the camera to your computer. • The image transfer method and detailed image settings used depend on the Photo Transport settings. For details, see Photo Transport help (page 251). 2. On your computer, click “Start”, “All Programs”, “Casio” and then “Photo Transport”.
5. Use your mouse to select the area of the 6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen you want to capture. display to transfer a capture of the selected area to the camera. Move your mouse pointer to the upper left corner of the area you want to capture and then hold down your mouse button. Keeping your mouse button depressed, drag the pointer down to the right corner of the area and then release the mouse button.
Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) User Registration 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled You can perform user registration over the Internet. To do so, of course, you need to be able to connect to the Internet with your computer. CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive. • Use the CD-ROM that has “User’s Guide Included” on its label. • Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically.
Using the Camera with a Macintosh Objective Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. Objective • Viewing images on your Macintosh • Storing images on your Macintosh Transfer of images from the camera and management of images on your Macintosh OS Version OS 9/ OS X Install this software: • USB driver not required. See page: OS Version OS 9 • Movie file playback not supported.
Viewing and Storing Images on a Macintosh ■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First Time You can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your Macintosh by connecting to the camera. 1. Connect the bundled AC adaptor to the [DC IN 5.3V] connector of the USB cradle and then plug it in to a household power outlet. IMPORTANT! • Connection is not supported to a Macintosh running Mac OS 8.6 or lower, or Mac OS X 10.0. Connection is supported to a Macintosh running Mac OS 9 or OS X (10.
2. Connect the USB cable that comes bundled 3. Open the lens cover to turn on the camera and with the camera to the USB cradle and the USB port of your Macintosh. then press [MENU]. • Do not place the camera on the USB cradle yet. USB Cable (Bundled) 4. On the “Set Up” tab, select “USB” and then press [X]. Connector Mini-B USB Port 5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Mass Storage” and then press [SET]. Connector A 6.
7. Press the USB cradle’s IMPORTANT! [USB] button. • Never disconnect the USB cable or remove the camera from the USB cradle without exiting the USB mode first. Doing so can corrupt image data. See “Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle” on page 259 for the correct steps you need to perform to remove the camera from the cradle safely. [USB] USB Lamp Camera-Macintosh Connection Pressing the cradle’s [USB] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the USB lamp lighting green.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First Time ■ Viewing Camera Images on Your Macintosh After connecting the camera to your Macintosh, you can view camera images on your Macintosh screen. Since you need to configure menu settings only the first time you connect the camera to your Macintosh, later connections are much simpler. 1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon. 2. Double-click the “DCIM” folder. 1.
■ Saving an Image on Your Macintosh IMPORTANT! In order to work on an image to put it into an album, you must first save it to your Macintosh. To save a camera image to your Macintosh, you must first establish a connection between them via the camera’s USB cradle. • Never use your computer to modify, delete, move, or rename any image files that are in the camera’s built-in memory or memory card.
■ Removing the Camera from the USB Cradle Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on Your Macintosh 1. On your Macintosh screen, drag the camera drive to Trash. If you are running Mac OS X, you can manage snapshots using iPhoto, which comes bundled with your operating system. If you are running Mac OS 9, use commercially available software. 2. Press the USB cradle [USB] button. After making sure that the cradle’s USB lamp is not lit, remove the camera from the cradle.
■ Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie Playback 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. The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to use your Macintosh to play back movies recorded with this camera. OS :OS X 10.3.9 or greater 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder.
■ Other types of computers Reading Files Directly from a Memory Card Use either of the method described below. – Use a commercially available memory card reader/writer that is appropriate for the memory card you are using. See the user documentation that comes with the memory card reader/ writer for details about how to use it. – Use a commercially available PC card reader/writer and a commercially available PC card adapter that is appropriate to the type of memory card you are using.
■ Memory Folder Structure Memory Card Data 100CASIO *1 CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.MOV CIMG0003.WAV CIMG0004.JPG CIMG0004.WAV (DCIM Folder) (Recording Folder) (Image File) (Movie File) (Audio File) (Audio Snapshot Image File) (Audio Snapshot Audio File) 101CASIO *1 102CASIO *1 (Recording Folder) (Recording Folder) MISC AUTPRINT.MRK (DPOF File Folder) (DPOF File) SCENE *2 UEXV8001.JPE UEXV8002.JPE (Snapshot BEST SHOT Folder) (Snapshot User Setup File) (Snapshot User Setup File) MSCENE *2 UEXV8001.
• DPOF File Folder Folder that contains DPOF files, etc. • Snapshot BEST SHOT Folder Folder that contains snapshot BEST SHOT user setup files • Snapshot User Setup File File of a snapshot BEST SHOT user setup • Movie BEST SHOT Folder Folder that contains Movie BEST SHOT user setup files • Movie User Setup File Files that contain Movie BEST SHOT user setups • FAVORITE Folder Folder that contains Favorites image files. Size of images is 320 × 240 pixels.
■ Supported Image Files ■ Built-in Memory and Memory Card Data Handling Precautions • Image files shot with this camera • DCF-compliant image files Even if an image is DCF-compliant, this camera still may not be able to display it. 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. • When saving camera data to a computer hard disk, MO disk, or other medium, be sure to transfer the entire DCIM folder and its contents.
APPENDIX Back General Guide 7 The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each part is explained.
■ USB Cradle Bottom bq Front 1 Camera Contact (page 38) 2 USB Lamp 1 (pages 237, 256, 274) 3 [USB] Button bt bs (pages 223, 237, 256) br 5 bq Speaker (page 157) br Battery/Memory Card Slots (pages 36, 48) bs Cradle Contact (page 38) bt Tripod Hole 4 [PHOTO] Button 43 2 (pages 165, 167) 5 [CHARGE] Lamp (pages 38, 274) Use this hole when attaching to a tripod. Back 6 [AV OUT] (AV output port) 87 266 (page 166) 7 [ ] (USB) Connector (pages 221, 236, 255) 8 [DC IN 5.
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.
■ Snapshot Playback Mode 12 ■ Movie Playback Mode 3 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 bq bp 4 5 6 7 bo bn bm blbk bl White Balance Setting 1 File Type (page 156) 2 Protect Indicator (page 197) 3 Folder Name/File Name (page 196) 4 Snapshot Image Quality (page 63) 5 Snapshot Image Size (page 62) 6 ISO Sensitivity (page 141) 7 Aperture Value (pages 60, 92, 95) 8 Shutter Speed (pages 60, 93, 95) 9 Date/Time (page 210) bk Metering Mode (page 142) 3 1 File Type (page 158) 2 Protect Indicator (page 197) 3 Folder Name/File
Menu Reference The tables in this section show the items that appears on the menus that appear on the monitor screen when you press [MENU]. The items included on the menus depend on whether the camera is in a REC mode or PLAY mode. • An asterisk (*) indicates reset default settings. ■ REC Mode REC Tab Menu Focus (Auto Focus)* / (Macro) / (Infinity) / (Manual Focus) Continuous Normal Speed / High Speed / Flash Cont.
Quality Tab Menu Flash Intensity +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Flash Assist Auto* / Off Size 8M (3264 × 2448)* / 3:2 (3264 × 2176) / 6M (2816 × 2112) / 4M (2304 × 1728) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (640 × 480) Quality (Snapshots) Fine / Normal* / Economy Screen Auto 2* / Auto 1 / +2 / +1 / 0 Quality (Movies) UHQ* / UHQ Wide / HQ / HQ Wide / Normal / LP Sounds Startup* / Half Shutter / Shutter / Operation / Operation / Play EV Shift –2.0 / –1.7 / –1.3 / –1.0 / –0.7 / –0.3 / 0.0* / +0.3 / +0.7 / +1.
USB Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)* / PTP (PictBridge) Video Out NTSC 4:3 / NTSC 16:9 / PAL 4:3 / PAL 16:9 Format Format / Cancel* Reset Reset / Cancel* ■ PLAY Mode PLAY Tab Menu Slideshow Start* / Images / Time / Interval / Effect / Cancel Layout Print – MOTION PRINT Anti Shake 9 frames* / 1 frame / Cancel On / Off* Movie Editing Cut (Before) / Cut (Between) / Cut (After) / Cancel* Dynamic Range Expand +2 / Expand +1 / Cancel* White Balance (Daylight) / (Overcast) / (Shade) / N (Day Whi
Indicator Lamps Rotation Rotate* / Cancel Resize 6M (2816 × 2112)* / 4M (2304 × 1728) / VGA (640 × 480) / Cancel Trimming – Dubbing – Copy Built-in The camera has lamps: an Operation Lamp and an AF assist/ REC light/self-timer Lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Operation Lamp Card* / Card Built-in / Cancel “Set Up” Tab • The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in a REC mode and PLAY mode.
■ REC Mode IMPORTANT! • Never remove the memory card from the camera while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so will cause the image you shot to be lost. Operation Lamp Meaning Color Status Lit Operational (Power on, recording enabled). / Auto Focus operation was successful. / LCD is off or in sleep state. ■ PLAY mode Green Storing movie or processing image. / Image is Flashing being stored. / Cannot Auto Focus. / Card is being formatted. / Powering down.
■ USB Cradle Indicator Lamps [CHARGE] Lamp USB Lamp Meaning The USB cradle has two indicator lamps: a [CHARGE] lamp and a USB lamp. These lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the cradle and camera. Color Status Color Red Lit Charging Green Lit Charging complete Green Flashing Charge standby Red Flashing Charge error Green Green Status Lit USB connection Flashing Memory being accessed.
Troubleshooting Guide Finding the Problem and Fixing It Problem Possible Causes and Action Power Supply Power does not turn on. 1) The battery may not be oriented correctly (page 36). 2) The battery may be dead. Charge the battery (page 36). 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-50 rechargeable lithium ion battery. The battery won’t charge.
Problem Possible Causes and 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 72). 2) If the battery is dead, charge it (page 36).
Problem Possible Causes and Action An image I shot 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. When the battery indicator shows “ ”, charge the battery as soon as possible (page 36). 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 Causes and Action Playback The color of the playback image is different from what appears on the monitor screen when shooting. Sunlight or light from another source may be shining directly into the lens when you are shooting. Position the camera so sunlight does not shine directly into the lens. Images are not displayed. This camera cannot display non-DCF images recorded onto a memory card using another digital camera.
Problem Possible Causes and Action Other The wrong date and time are displayed. The date and time setting is wrong. Set the correct date and time (page 210). The messages on the display are in the wrong language. The wrong display language is selected. Change the display language setting (page 214). I can’t transfer images over a USB connection. 1) The USB cable may not be connected securely. Check all connections.
Display Messages ALERT B Card ERROR 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. • Any of the following may occur after the “ALERT” message appears. 1) Power turns off. 2) Movie recording is impossible or movie length is limited. 3) Monitor screen brightness setting changes to 0. Battery is low. Battery power is low.
LENS ERROR 2 The Camera Shake unit may be malfunctioning. If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a CASIO service center. Load paper! The printer ran out of paper while printing. Memory Full Memory is full with images you recorded and/ or of files saved by editing operations. Delete files you no longer need (page 204). No Favorites file! The FAVORITE folder does not contain any files. Printing Error An error occurred while printing.
Storage Capacity Specifications • Snapshots ■ Main Specifications Product Type Digital Camera Model EX-V8 Image Size (Pixels) 8M (3264 × 2448) ■ Camera Functions Image Files Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 1.0 standard; DPOF compliant Movies: H.264/AVC MOV format Audio: WAV 3:2 (3264 × 2176) Recording Media Built-in Memory 11.
Image Size (Pixels) VGA (640 × 480) Image Quality Approximate Image File Size Approximate Built-in Memory (11.8 MB) Capacity • Movies Approximate SD Memory Card (1 GB) Capacity Fine 330 KB 36 images 2930 images Normal 190 KB 62 images 5090 images Economy 140 KB 85 images 6908 images Image Quality (Pixels) Maximum File Size Approximate Data Rate (Frame Rate) Approximate Built-in Memory (11.8 MB) Capacity Approximate SD Memory Card (1 GB) Capacity UHQ 640 × 480 (Stereo) 6.
* The number of image values are approximate and are provided for reference only. The actual number of images you may be able to record may be less than that indicated on the monitor screen. * Image files sizes are approximate and are provided for reference only. Actual image file sizes vary depending on subject type. * The above values are based on use of a Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PRO HIGH SPEED SD memory card.
Shutter CCD shutter, mechanical shutter Snapshot (Auto): 1/2 to 1/800 second Snapshot (Manual Exposure/Shutter Speed Priority AE): 60 to 1/800 second Snapshot (Aperture Priority AE): 1 to 1/800 second • Shutter speed is different for the following BEST SHOT scenes. Night Scene: 4 to 1/800 second Aperture Value Auto/Shutter Speed Priority AE: F3.4 / F4.6 / F9.2* auto switching Manual Exposure/Aperture Priority AE: F3.4 / F4.6 / F9.2* * Using optical zoom causes the aperture value to change. * F9.
Timekeeping Functions Built-in quartz digital clock Date and Time: Recorded with image data, Time stamp Auto Calendar: To 2049 World Time 162 cities in 32 time zones City name, date, time, summer time Input/Output Terminals Cradle contact USB USB 2.
• Measurement Conditions *1 Number of Shots (CIPA) In accordance with CIPA standards Normal temperature (23°C (73°F)), monitor on, zoom operation between full wide and full telephoto every 30 seconds, during which two images are shot with flash; power turned off and back on every time 10 images are shot. *2 Continuous Playback Time Standard temperature (23°C (73°F)), one-image scroll approximately every 10 seconds *3 Approximate continuous recording time Power Consumption 3.7 V DC; Approximately 4.
■ Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-50) ■ Special AC Adaptor (Inlet Type) (AD-C52G) Rated Voltage 3.7 V Input Power 100 to 240 V AC 50/60Hz 83 mA Rated Capacitance 950 mAh Output Power 5.3 V DC 650 mA Dimensions Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) 50 (W) × 20 (H) × 70 (D) mm (2.0"(W) × 0.8"(H) × 2.8"(D)) (Excluding projections and cable) Dimensions 23.5 (W) × 70.1 (H) × 7.0 (D) mm (0.93"(W) × 2.76"(H) × 0.28"(D)) Weight Approximately 90 g (3.
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