E Digital Camera EX-Z8 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. Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-20) Digital Camera Battery Charger (BC-11L) 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 58 SHOOTING A MOVIE Holding the Camera Correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Shooting a Snapshot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Specifying Image Size Specifying Image Quality Using the easy Mode Snapshot Shooting Precautions Auto Focus Restrictions 90 Movie Image Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Shooting a Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ADVANCED SETTINGS 115 Other Useful Recording Functions . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Changing the Focus Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EDITING IMAGES 159 USING AUDIO Resizing a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Cropping a Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Keystone Correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Using Color Restoration to Correct the Color of an Old Photograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Editing the Date and Time of an Image . . . . . . . . 164 Rotating an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OTHER SETTINGS 189 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER Configuring Camera Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . 189 Turning the Startup Screen On or Off . . . . . . . . . 191 Specifying the File Name Serial Number Generation Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Changing the Camera Date and Time Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Using World Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 ■ Configuring World Time Settings What you can do . . . .
APPENDIX 241 General Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Monitor Screen Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Indicator Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 ■ Battery Charger Lamp Reference 251 Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ■ Finding the Problem and Fixing It ■ Display Messages 252 257 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . .
QUICK START BASICS First, charge the battery (page 36) ■ Using the Battery Charger to Charge 2. Plug the battery charger into a household power outlet. 1. Load the battery into the battery charger. [CHARGE] lamp lights red during charging. [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging is complete. • It takes about 90 minutes to achieve a full charge.
■ Loading the Battery into the Camera 3. Close the battery cover. 1. Open the battery cover. 1 While pressing lightly on the cover, slide it in the direction indicated by 2 the arrow to open. 2 1 2. Load the battery into the camera.
Configuring Display Language, Date, and Time Settings (pages 193, 197) 1. Press [ON/OFF] to turn on the camera. [ON/OFF] (Power) 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]. [ ] [BS] [ ] [ ] [ ] [SET] 4. Use [S] and [T] to select the city where you will use the camera and then press [SET]. 5.
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, press [BS]. 8. When settings are completed, press [SET]. 9. Press [ON/OFF] to turn off the camera.
Using a Memory Card (page 45) ■ 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 • 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 58) 1. Press [ Auto icon ] to turn on the camera. This enters the REC mode and displays “ on the monitor screen. Operation Lamp ” (Auto icon) 2. Point the camera at the subject. 3. While taking care to keep the camera still, half- Shutter Button press the shutter button. When the image is in focus, the camera will beep, the operation lamp will light green, and the focus frame will turn green. 4.
Snapshot Image Size and Image Quality How do I half-press the shutter button? Your camera lets you select from among various image size and quality settings. Note that image size and quality settings affect how many images can be stored in memory. • You can change the image size and quality settings as required to shoot a smaller or lower-resolution image for attachment to an e-mail message, for publishing on a website, etc.
Viewing Snapshots ■ Fully pressing the shutter button without waiting for Auto Focus (page 144) Fully pressing the shutter button without waiting for Auto Focus to operate will record using Quick Shutter (page 122). 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 90) 1. Press [ Movie Icon ] to enter the REC mode. 2. Press [BS] (BEST SHOT). Remaining Recording Time 3. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “ [ ” (Movie) scene and then press [SET]. ] (REC) “ ” (movie icon) remains on the monitor screen. 4. Press the shutter button to start shooting the Shutter Button movie. • Audio is also recorded during movie recording. 5. Press the shutter button again to stop recording.
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 146) 1. Press [ The film-like frame that appears on the monitor screen indicates that this is an image from a movie. “ ] to enter the PLAY mode. 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the movie you want to play. ” Movie icon When scrolling through images, a movie is displayed on the monitor screen by showing its first frame. [ 3. Press [SET] to start playback. ] (PLAY) 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 187) 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”. [S] • To cancel the delete operation, select “Cancel”. 5. Press [SET]. This deletes the selected snapshot or movie.
INTRODUCTION ■ Direct Mode Power On Features ■ BEST SHOT for beautiful shots simply by selecting a sample image built into the camera Simply select the scene that is similar to what you want to shoot (Night Scene Portrait, Flower, etc.), for instant camera setups. A dedicated [BS] button gives you direct access to the BEST SHOT library of sample scenes. Example: Select for beautiful portraits. To view images, press [ to power up in the PLAY mode. ] To record, press [ ] to power up in the REC mode.
■ Powerful Print Features Read this first! • DPOF feature for easy specification of date stamping and the number of copies (page 206) • Timestamp feature that stamps the date into the image data (page 135) • Support for PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT for easy athome printing on a printer that supports one of these standards, without a computer (page 202) ■ LCD Panel The liquid crystal panel of the monitor screen uses highprecision technology that provides a pixel yield in excess of 99.99%.
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■ 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. Remove the battery from the camera. 3.
■ 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.
■ Rechargeable Battery • 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.
■ Battery Life • 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. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can cause skin irritation.
■ Data Error Precautions ■ Operating Environment • Your digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in camera memory.
■ Condensation ■ Power Supply • Sudden and extreme temperature changes, such as when the camera is moved from the outdoors on a cold winter day into a warm room, can cause water droplets called “condensation” to form on the interior and the exterior of the camera. Note that condensation can cause malfunction of the camera. To avoid condensation, place the camera into a plastic bag before subjecting it to sudden temperature change.
■ 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 To charge the battery Charging the Battery 1. Correctly positioning the positive and Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20). negative terminals of the battery, load the battery into the battery charger. IMPORTANT! • Use of any type of battery other than NP-20 is not supported. The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it. You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time.
2. Plug the battery charger into a household If the [CHARGE] lamp does not light red power outlet. Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or temperature of the charger is too hot or too cold. Wait until the camera returns to normal temperature. When the camera returns to a temperature where charging can be performed, the [CHARGE] lamp will light red. This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red. • It takes about 90 minutes to achieve a full charge.
To load the battery IMPORTANT! • Use the special charger (BC-11L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-20). Never use any other type of charger device. Attempting to use a different charger can result in unexpected accident. • Charging the battery while it is still warm immediately after removing it from the camera can result in only partial charging. Give the battery time to cool before charging it. • Battery discharges slightly even when it is left without loading it into the camera.
■ Battery Life and Number of Images between Charges 2. Load the battery into the camera. With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), 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. See page 263 for details. ■ Battery Power Conservation Tips • When you do not need to use the flash, select “ ” (flash off) for the flash setting (page 71).
■ Checking Remaining Battery Power IMPORTANT! As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power as shown below. Remaining Power High • Due to differences in the power requirements of each mode, the battery indicator may show a lower level in the PLAY mode than what it shows in the REC mode. This is normal, and does not indicate malfunction.
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 5°C to 35°C (41°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.
Turning Power On and Off IMPORTANT! • Pressing [ON/OFF] or [ ] (REC) to turn on power also causes the lens to extend. Take care there is nothing pressing against or hitting the lens. Holding the lens with your hand so it cannot extend creates the risk of malfunction. ■ Turning Power On To turn power on and enter the REC mode Press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [ ] (REC). To turn power on and enter the PLAY mode Press [ NOTE • Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode switches to the PLAY mode.
■ Turning Power Off ■ Battery Power Conservation Features Press [ON/OFF] (Power). 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. NOTE • You can configure the camera so power does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY). You can also configure the camera to turn off when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) (page 199).
3. Use [S] and [T] to select the item you want to Using a Memory Card configure (“Sleep” or “Auto Power Off”) and then press [X]. 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. In addition to memory card storage, the camera also has built-in memory, which is enough to hold a few snapshots or a short movie. Use built-in memory for test purposes, emergency use, etc. 4.
• Certain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. If you are using a slow memory card, you may not be able to record a movie using the “UHQ”, “UHQ Wide”, “HQ”, or “HQ Wide” image quality setting. Because of this, use of a memory card with a maximum transfer speed of at least 10MB per second is recommended. • Certain types of memory cards take longer to record data, which can cause movie frames to be dropped.
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 5. Apply the setting. [W] [X] Select tabs. [X] is also used to apply a 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. • To select another tab, press [W], use [S] to return to the tab and then use [W] and [X] to switch to another tab.
Configuring Monitor Screen Settings You can use the display menu to configure various monitor screen settings. Panel setting Description On Pressing [SET] in the REC mode while “On” is selected will cause the top icon of the Operation Panel to become highlighted (selected). You can then use the Operation panel to change settings. Since there are few icons superimposed on the displayed image, they do not interfere with recording.
Panel (Operation Panel) Panel setting Description Off With this option, the image being composed completely fills the monitor screen. This setting is best when you want to display the subject on a large 16:9 aspect ratio monitor screen (page 63). Icons are superimposed on the displayed image.
2. Use [S] and [T] to select the icon of the *1 Image quality cannot be changed using Panel (Operation Panel). *2 You can select date or time display. *3 You can use the “Date Style” to select either month/day or day/month for date display (page 194). The time display format is always 24 hours, regardless of the current settings of the camera’s “Adjust” (page 194). setting you want to change. 3. Use [W] and [X] to change the setting. • If you want to configure other settings, repeat steps 2 and 3. 4.
■ PLAY Mode Screen Layout The PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on the monitor screen. Display setting Description Wide With this setting, the display image is the maximum possible size that allows the entire image to be displayed horizontally. With some aspect ratios, the top and bottom of the image will be cut off. 4:3 With this setting, 100% of the display image is always visible.
Turning Display Information On and Off Display Information Setting You can turn display information on and off by pressing [S] (DISP). You can configure separate settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode. Display Information Setting Show +Histogram Description Turns off display of all information. Hide Description Turns on display of camera setting and other information. IMPORTANT! • You cannot turn display information on or off while an audio snapshot record operation is standing by or in progress.
PLAY mode If you lose your way... Perform one of the following operations if you find that you have gotten lost while performing button operations during recording or playback. REC mode Current Screen To return to the normal snapshot or movie recording screen, press: Menu screen [MENU] or [ BEST SHOT screen [BS] or [ “There are no files.” screen Press [ ]. PLAY mode screen Press [ ].
SHOOTING A SNAPSHOT Holding the Camera Correctly IMPORTANT! • Take care that your fingers and the strap do not cover any of the areas indicated in the illustration. 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.
Shooting a Snapshot NOTE • 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. This is especially important when available lighting is low, which slows down the shutter speed. 1. Press [ ] (REC) to enter the REC mode. Confirm that the subject (people, scenery, etc.
2. Focus the image. 3. Shoot the image. 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 aperture, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity also will be set automatically. When the image is focused, press the shutter button the rest of the way. Operation Lamp Shutter Button This will shoot the snapshot and save it to the memory card or the camera’s built-in memory.
If the image does not focus... NOTE If the focus frame stays red and the operation lamp is flashing green, it means that the image is not in focus (because the subject is too close, etc.). Point the camera at the subject and try to focus again. • The aperture value indicates the size of the opening that lets light into the camera. A larger aperture value indicates a smaller opening. The camera adjusts this setting automatically.
■ Fully pressing the shutter button without waiting for Auto Focus Specifying Image 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). Note that a larger image takes up more memory. • For information about image size, image quality, and number of images that can be stored, see page 259.
• 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. • The letters “HDTV” stand for “High Definition Television”. An HDTV screen has an aspect ratio of 16:9, which makes them wider than the usual 4:3 aspect ratio of television screens of the past. Your camera can record images that are compatible with the aspect ratio of an HDTV screen. • VGA (640 × 480 pixels) is the optimum size when attaching images to e-mail.
Specifying Image Quality 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. 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”.
Using the easy Mode ■ Using the easy Menu The easy mode eliminates troublesome setups. This mode is recommended for those who are new to digital imaging. The easy menu contains flash, self-timer, and image size settings, plus an item for exiting the easy mode. While the camera is in the easy mode, all the other settings (besides Self-timer, Image Size, and easy Mode) on the REC tab menu (page 246) and Quality tab menu (page 247) are fixed at preset optimum values.
1. Press [MENU]. • An asterisk (*) indicates reset default settings. • See the following sections for full details about the “Flash”, “Self-timer”, or “Image Size” settings. – Using the Flash (page 71) – Using the Self-timer (page 76) – Specifying Image Size (page 62) • The following are the settings you can select for “easy Mode”. The easy menu displays larger text than standard menus. 2. Use [S] and [T] to select the menu item you want, and then press [SET]. and then press [SET].
Snapshot Shooting Precautions Auto Focus Restrictions • Proper focus may not be possible when shooting the following types of subjects.
2. Press the zoom button to change the zoom Shooting with Zoom factor. Your camera provides you with 3X 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 12 - 45.2X. IMPORTANT! • Generally speaking, the higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the image that is recorded.
■ Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom Switch Point NOTE If you hold down the [ ] side of the zoom button in step 2 of the above procedure, the zoom operation will stop when the optical zoom factor reaches its maximum. Momentarily releasing the zoom button and then holding down its [ ] side will switch to digital zoom, which you can use to set an even higher zoom factor. • When the zoom pointer moves past the maximum limit of optical zoom. Also, the zoom bar indicates the approximate zoom factor.
Undeteriorated Image Quality Range 3X to 15.1X* 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 Setting 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Digital Zoom” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Off” and then press [SET].
Approximate Flash Range (ISO Sensitivity: Auto) NOTE Wide Angle : 0.1 m to 3.5 m (0.3' to 11.5') Telephoto : 0.6 m to 1.9 m (2.0' to 6.2') • When operation panel setting is turned off (page 52), you can cycle through the flash modes by pressing [T] ( ). • The flash range changes in accordance with optical zoom. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. IMPORTANT! • When using flash, take care that the flash window is not blocked by your fingers or the camera strap. 2.
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 reduction is selected as the flash mode, the camera fires a pre-flash to cause 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 the 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 the 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 the 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 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 red. 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 the 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.
• 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 high-speed continuous shutter mode or 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 Playing Back Snapshot Audio 1. Press the shutter Audio snapshots in the PLAY mode are indicated by the “ ” icon. Press [SET] while an audio snapshot is displayed to play back its audio. • For information about the playback operation, see page 145. button to shoot. This monitor screen will show the image you just shot, along with the “ ” icon. • If you do not want to Remaining Recording Time record audio at this time, press [MENU].
Face Recognition NOTE • After transferring an audio snapshot to your computer’s hard disk, you can play back the audio using QuickTime (page 222). • The following shows the formats used for storing audio snapshot data. – Image Data: JPEG (.JPG extension) – Audio Data: WAVE/ADPCM (.WAV extension) – Approximate Audio File Size: 165 KB (30-second recording at 5.5KB per second) • You cannot turn off the monitor screen by pressing [S] (DISP) while audio recording is in progress.
6. When you are ready to shoot, press the Performing a face recognition recording operation (Normal Mode) shutter button the rest of the way. The camera will adjust its settings so the framed faces are of proper brightness. 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. 2. Use [S] and [T] to NOTE select the third option from the top in the operation panel (Face Recognition).
5. When the message “Face recognition Using the Family First Mode to Give Priority to Particular Faces successful!” appears, use [S] and [T] to select “Save” and then press [SET]. ■ Using Record Family to Pre-record Face Data This will record the face data and return to the recording screen. • To re-record the face data, select “Cancel”. 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 6. Use [W] and [X] to select the priority level you want and then press [SET]. • You can select any one of four levels, from “ (Lowest) to “ ” (Highest). Selecting “ (Disabled) will disable face recognition. After recording face data, you can assign a name and a priority level that controls how the data is applied when shooting a snapshot. ” ” 1. In the REC mode, press [SET]. Deleting recorded face data 2.
■ Shooting a Snapshot using Recorded and Edited Face Data 5. Use the procedures under “Deleting a Specific File” (page 187) and “Deleting All Files” (page 188) to delete the face data you want. After you record and edit face data, you can use it to shoot photographs. The camera will record images in accordance with the priority levels you configured for each set of face data. • You can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. NOTE 1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
4. Point the camera at the NOTE subjects. • The “ (Tracking)” is selected for the AF area whenever “Family First” is selected as the face recognition mode (page 119). 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).
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, Face Recognition Precautions and then press [SET]. To do this: Select this setting: Minimize face detection time. Up to five faces can be detected. Speed Allow detection of a maximum of five to ten faces. Quantity • 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 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. • Each movie can be up to 10 minutes long. Movie recording stops automatically after 10 minutes of recording.
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. Audio is monaural. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. Movie Size 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “ The following shows the approximate movie file size for a oneminute movie. Image Quality Approximate Size UHQ 43.3 MB UHQ Wide 52.3 MB HQ 20.8 MB HQ Wide 25.
4. Press the shutter button again to stop Movie Recording Precautions shooting. • You cannot use flash while shooting a movie. • The camera also records audio. Note the following points when shooting a movie. – Take care that the microphone Microphone is not blocked by your fingers, etc. – Good results are not possible when the camera is too far away from what you are trying to record. – Operating camera buttons while shooting can cause button noise to be picked up in the audio.
• Optical zoom is disabled while shooting a movie. Digital zoom only is available while shooting a movie. If you want to use a particular optical zoom setting, make sure you select it before you press the shutter button to start movie recording (page 69). • 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.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. IMPORTANT! • 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]. This causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. Using Past Movie 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select the “Past 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. Movie” scene and then press [SET].
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 ■ Selecting a Sample Scene 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! 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. This enters the BEST SHOT mode and displays a screen showing thumbnails of 15 sample scenes. • The initial default selection is “ ” (Auto).
2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to move the 3. Press [SET] to apply the settings of the boundary to select the scene you want to select. selected scene and return to the recording screen. • Pressing [S] or [T] while the boundary is at the edge of the screen will scroll to the next screen of BEST SHOT scenes. • Pressing the zoom button will display text that explains the settings configured by the selected scene (page 100). Press the zoom button again to return to the scene selection screen.
• Images shot using a BEST SHOT scene may not produce the results you expected due to shooting conditions and other factors. • You can change the camera settings that are made when you select a BEST SHOT scene. Note, however, that the BEST SHOT settings revert to their defaults when you select another BEST SHOT scene or turn off the camera. If you think you will later need to use a particular camera setup you configured, save it as a BEST SHOT user setup (page 101).
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 [BS] to view BEST SHOT sample scenes. To display detailed information about a BEST SHOT scene, select it with the boundary on the scene selection screen and then press the zoom button. The following are the different operations you can perform while the scene description screen is on the display.
■ Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Scenes IMPORTANT! You can use the procedure below to save the setups of snapshots that you shot as BEST SHOT scenes. After that, you can recall a setup whenever you want to use it. • Formatting the camera’s built-in memory (page 200) deletes all the user BEST SHOT scene files. 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. NOTE • You can check the settings of the currently selected BEST SHOT scene by displaying the camera’s setting menus and looking at its settings.
Deleting a BEST SHOT User Scene Reducing the Effects of Hand and Subject Movement Perform the following steps when you want to delete a BEST SHOT user scene. 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. You can turn on Anti Shake using BEST SHOT or by performing a Panel operation. 1.
■ Turning on Anti Shake Using the Panel (Operation Panel) IMPORTANT! • Anti Shake will not work unless the ISO setting (page 129) is set to “Auto”. • Though “ ” (Anti Shake) is displayed on the monitor screen following an automatic flash operation using the “Auto Flash” or “Red Eye Reduction” setting, or while the flash setting is “Flash On” or “Soft Flash”, Anti Shake is disabled.
Taking Bright Images without Flash IMPORTANT! • High Sensitivity is disabled following an automatic flash operation using the “Auto Flash” or “Red Eye Reduction” 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.
BEST SHOT has two Business Shot scenes from which to choose. Shooting Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot) • Business cards and documents Shooting a business card, document, whiteboard, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image. The BEST SHOT Business Shot scenes correct the shape of rectangular objects so they appear natural. • White board, etc. ■ Selecting a Business Shot Scene 1. In the REC mode, press [BS].
■ Shooting an Image Using a Business Shot Scene 2. Use [W] and [X] to select the candidate you 1. After selecting either 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Correct” and then want to use for correction. of the BEST SHOT Business Shot scenes, compose the image and press the shutter button to shoot. press [SET]. This will correct the image and store the resulting (corrected) image. • To cancel the correction operation, select “Cancel”.
Shooting ID Photographs IMPORTANT! • 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. • Digital zoom is disabled while shooting with a Business Shot scene.
■ Shooting an Image Using the ID Photo Scene 2. Align the guidelines that appear on the monitor screen with the subject in the recorded image. 1. On the monitor screen, compose the image by positioning the subject within the on-screen frame and then press the shutter button to shoot an initial temporary image. Head Line 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.
Restoring an Old Photograph IMPORTANT! • The size of the ID photo image for this operation is fixed automatically at 8M (3264 × 2448 pixels). 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. ■ Printing an ID Photo ■ Before Recording with Old Photo 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.
■ 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.
4. Use the zoom button to IMPORTANT! change the cropping boundary to the desired size. • 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.
1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. Recording Snapshots into a Multiimage Layout (Layout Shots) 2. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] to select “Layout”, and then press [SET]. You can create a multi-snapshot image by recording snapshots into the frames that are arranged in a preset pattern. This lets you create album-like arrangements of related images in a single image. BEST SHOT scenes are available with three frames and two frames. • Layout (Two Images) 3. Use [W] and [X] to select a background color. 4.
5. Press the shutter button again to record the IMPORTANT! next snapshot. • 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.
4. Press the shutter button all the way to record Auto Tracking a Moving Subject (Auto Framing) the image. • This will record the area enclosed within the cropping boundary. With auto tracking, a boundary area follows a moving subject, making it easy to snap an image with the subject in the center. IMPORTANT! 1. In the REC mode, press [BS]. • 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 five 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 half-pressed. Auto adjustment During movie recording, the Auto Focus mode is disabled. (Approximately 40 cm to (1.3' to )) • Minimum distance position varies with optical zoom. Macro (Close-up) Used for close-up shooting.
Perform the following steps to change the focus mode. Using Auto Focus 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with the subject you want to focus and then halfpress the shutter button. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Focus” and then press [X]. 3. Use [S] and [T] to 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.
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 IMPORTANT! image. • During movie recording, the Auto Focus mode is disabled. The focus operation is the same as that for Auto Focus. 2. When the image is focused, press the shutter NOTE button the rest of the way to shoot.
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 the REC mode, press [MENU]. 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. Tracking 2. On the “REC” tab, select “AF Area” and then press [X]. 3.
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 Focus Frame Multi Focus Frame • “ Multi” cannot be used in the Face Recognition Normal mode or the Family First mode (page 82). • If you select “ Tracking” while using continuous shutter or self-timer, subject will be tracked until image recording starts.
2. Keeping the shutter Using Focus Lock button half-pressed, re-compose the image as you like. “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. Align the monitor • When “ Tracking” is selected as the Auto Focus area, the focus frame will move automatically and follow the subject.
4. Press the shutter button all the way down Quick Shutter without pausing. 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. This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you wait for the camera to Auto Focus. • Some images may be out of focus when Quick Shutter is used.
Using Fixed Focus (Pan Focus) Using Manual Focus Pan Focus (PF) fixes focus for a relatively wide focus range, which means you can shoot without waiting for the Auto Focus operation to finish. With Manual Focus, the camera automatically enlarges the subject on the monitor screen, which helps you manually adjust focus. Manual focus can be used for shoot such images as moving trains. Before the train arrives, manually focus on an electric pole or some other object.
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 68) 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 [W] and [X] to adjust the exposure Correcting Image Brightness (EV Shift) compensation value. [X]: 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. You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.
4. After the EV value is the way you want, press Controlling White Balance [SET] to apply it. Shooting on a cloudy day can give your subject a blue cast, while shooting under white fluorescent lighting can give your subject a green cast. White balance corrects for different types of lighting so the colors in your images always look natural. The exposure compensation value you set remains in effect until you change it.
To do this: Let the camera adjust white balance automatically Select this setting: 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 [W] and [X] 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 the 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 125) 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 the REC mode information display (page 243).
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 the 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 the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “Quality” tab, select “Sharpness” and 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. then press [X]. 2.
i 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 the REC mode, press [MENU]. 1. In the 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 208). • Once date and time information is stamped in a print, it cannot be edited or deleted. • Use the “Date Style” setting (page 194) 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, 193) 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.
A histogram towards the right side results when the overall image is light. A histogram that is too far to the right may result in “white out” of the light areas of an image, as shown in the nearby image. IMPORTANT! • A centered histogram does not necessarily guarantee optimum exposure. If you intentionally want to over expose or under expose the image, you may not want a centered histogram.
Other Useful Recording Functions The following functions are also available in the REC mode to help make your digital image more efficient and enjoyable.
Displaying an On-screen Grid Displaying the Image You Just Recorded (Image Review) The on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy alignment when composing images. When you purchase your camera, it is initially configured with the Image Review feature turned on. Image Review displays the image you just recorded so you can check it. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 2. On the “REC” tab, select “Review” and then press [X]. 1. In the REC mode, press [MENU]. 3.
Using Icon Help IMPORTANT! • The icons listed below do not appear on the display while icon help is turned off. – Flash mode icon (page 71) – White balance AWB icon (page 126) – Metering mode icon (page 130) Icon help displays guidance text about an icon when you select it on the monitor screen while in the REC mode (page 243). • Icon help text is displayed for the following functions: Recording mode, metering, flash mode, white balance, selftimer, EV shift.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want Using Mode Memory to Configure Power On Default Settings and then press [SET]. 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. This keeps you from having to configure the camera each time you turn it off and on. See step 4 of the setting procedure below for information about the settings you can save with mode memory.
Setting Mode Memory On BEST SHOT*1 Exits BEST SHOT when camera is turned off. Flash Auto Focus Auto White Balance Auto ISO AF Area Metering *1 “On” restores the selected BEST SHOT scene when the camera is turned back on. “Off” exits BEST SHOT when the camera is turned off. *2 Optical zoom position only.
Resetting the Camera to Its Initial Factory Defaults IMPORTANT! • The following are not initialized when you reset the camera (page 248). – 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 246 for the initial factory default setting for each menu item. 1.
VIEWING SNAPSHOTS AND MOVIES • The file type icon that appears at the top of the monitor screen depends on the type of file (snapshot, movie, audio only, etc) that is currently displayed. – : Snapshot (page 144) – : Movie (page 146) – : Audio snapshot (page 145) • See page 56 information about how to hide the image information and view the image alone. Viewing a Snapshot Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen. 1. Press [ ] to enter the PLAY mode. 2.
Listening to the Audio of an Audio Snapshot NOTE • Holding down [W] or [X] scrolls at high speed. • The image that initially appears when scrolling may appear to be a bit rough at first, but it will soon be replaced by an image with better definition. Note that if you copy an image from another type of digital camera, only a rough image may be shown on the monitor screen. You can use the following procedure to play the audio of an audio snapshot. An audio snapshot is indicated by the “ ” file type icon.
Audio Playback Controls Viewing a Movie To do this: Do this: Fast forward or fast reverse playback Hold down [X] or [W]. Pause or restart playback Press [SET]. Adjust volume Press [T] and then use [S] and [T]. Change on-screen indicators Press [S] (DISP). Stop playback Press [MENU]. Use the following procedure to view a movie on the camera’s monitor screen. 1. Enter the PLAY mode and then use [W] and [X] to display the movie you want to play. • Check the file type icon.
To switch to the REC mode Press [ ]. 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]. To do this: Do this: Zoom in up to 4.5X • While an image is zoomed, you can use [S] [T] [W] and [X] to move around and view the parts of the image that do not fit on the monitor screen. Press the zoom button ( ). Stop playback Press [MENU].
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 183). Time (Specify the time of the slideshow, from start to finish.
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: monaural ● 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.
• When connecting the bundled AV cable to the camera’s USB/AV port, insert the plug into the port until you feel it click securely into place. Failure to insert the plug fully can result in poor communication or malfunction of the connected components. • Some metal of the plug is visible even when the plug is inserted correctly. Viewing Camera Images on a TV Use the procedure below to view snapshots and movies on a TV screen. 1. Use the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect the camera to a TV.
4. Now you can perform the applicable operation NOTE on the camera for the type of file you want to play. • You can use the camera 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.
■ Selecting the Screen Aspect Ratio and Video Output System 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, press the zoom button ( Zooming the Displayed Image Perform the following procedure to zoom the image currently on the monitor screen up to eight times its normal size. 1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to display To return to image to normal size the snapshot you want to zoom. 2. Press the zoom button ( Press [MENU] or [BS]. Zoom Factor IMPORTANT! ). Each press of this button zooms the image more.
Using the 12-image Screen Using the Calendar Screen 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. You can use the procedure below to display a screen that shows 12 images. 1. In the PLAY mode, Selection Boundary press the zoom button ( ). 1. In the PLAY mode, press the zoom button ( ) twice.
NOTE • The year and month on the calendar is displayed using the same format as you selected for the “Date Style” setting (page 194). 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 16:9 or 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 button 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. Use the zoom button to change the cropping IMPORTANT! boundary to the desired size. • 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 181). • Zoomed images cannot be rotated. • The original (unrotated) version of a snapshot’s image will be displayed on the 12-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.
7. Use [W] and [X] to select the snapshot for the Adjusting White Balance of a Recorded Image layout and then press [SET]. 8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for all of the other frames 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. in the layout. The final layout image will be saved after you insert the final snapshot into it. • Pressing [MENU] returns to the PLAY mode screen without saving the layout image.
• 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 126). • 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.
4. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want, Adjusting Image Brightness and then press [SET]. Use the following procedure to adjust the brightness of snapshots. To get this: 1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to scroll Brighter Select this setting: +2 +1 through images and display the one whose brightness you want to adjust. 0 –1 2. Press [MENU]. Darker 3. Select the “PLAY” tab, select “Brightness”, –2 • To cancel the brightness adjustment operation, press [W] or [MENU].
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. Cut range (red) Cut icon 3. Press [T]. • 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 the shutter button to start audio Adding Audio to a Snapshot 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. 5. Press the shutter button again to stop audio recording.
■ Re-recording Snapshot Audio 5. Press the shutter button to start audio recording. IMPORTANT! This deletes the previous recording and replaces it with the new one. • Note that you cannot restore the original audio once you delete or re-record the audio of a snapshot. 6. Press the shutter button again to stop audio 1. In the PLAY mode, use [W] and [X] to scroll recording. 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 35 minutes of Voice Recording. 4.
Voice Recording Playback Controls NOTE • You can also play back Voice Recording data on your computer using QuickTime. • Your camera supports the following audio data formats. – Audio Data: WAVE/ADPCM (.WAV extension) – Approximate Audio File Size: 165 KB (30-second recording at 5.5KB per second) • See page 81 for recording precautions. To do this: ■ Playing Back Voice Recording Data 1. Enter the PLAY mode, and then use [W] and [X] to display the Voice Recording file you want to play.
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 238).
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 245. • 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 5. Now you can repeat steps 3 and 4 to protect then press [SET]. another image or exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. This protects all files currently in memory. 4. Press [MENU].
5. Use [S] and [T] to select “Save”, and then Using the FAVORITE Folder press [SET]. 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. This saves a copy of the snapshot to the FAVORITE folder. 6.
■ Viewing Snapshots in the FAVORITE Folder Perform the following steps to view FAVORITE folder contents on your computer. 1. In the PLAY mode, press [MENU]. 1. Remove the memory card from the camera. 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “Favorites” and 2. Connect the camera to the computer. then press [X]. 3. Perform the required operations on your 3. Use [S] and [T] to select “Show” and then computer to navigate to the camera’s memory and display the FAVORITE folder contents. press [SET]. 4.
■ Copying All Files in Built-in Memory to a Memory Card 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 a Single File from a Memory Card to Built-in Memory 7. Now you can repeat steps 5 and 6 to copy another file, or you can exit this procedure by pressing [MENU]. With this procedure, files must be copied one-by-one. 1. Load the memory card that contains the file NOTE • Files are copied to the folder in built-in memory whose name has the largest serial number. you want to copy into the camera. 2. Turn on the camera, enter the PLAY mode and then press [MENU]. 3.
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! ). 2.
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 200) 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 180). 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]. 192 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 194) 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. Use [S] and [T] to select the setting you want To do this: Do this: Move the cursor between settings Press [W] or [X].
Using World Time NOTE • This setting also affects the Operation Panel date format as shown below (page 53). When this date format setting is selected: 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. The Operation Panel date appears as: YY/MM/DD or MM/DD/YY MM/DD DD/MM/YY DD/MM Configuring World Time Settings 1. Press [MENU]. 2.
■ Switching between the Home Time and World Time Screens 4. Use [S] and [T] to select “City” and then press [X]. 1. Press [MENU]. • 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. • Use of summer time depends on the local customs and laws. 2. On the “Set Up” tab, select “World Time” and then press [X]. 3.
■ 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 1 : Select this tab. 2 : Select the “Language” item. 3 : Select the language you want. then press [X]. 3. Use [S], [T], [W], and [X] 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].
[ ] (REC) and [ Settings ] (PLAY) Button NOTE • With “Power On/Off”, the camera turns off when you press [ ] (REC) in the REC mode or [ ] (PLAY) in the PLAY mode. • 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 configure the camera so it does not turn on when you press the [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) button, or to turn off when you press the [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) button. 1. Press [MENU]. 2.
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 202) 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 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. Check the battery level indicator to make sure that the battery is fully charged, and then turn off the camera. 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 also allows easy connection to a printer. Before connecting to a printer, be sure to perform the following procedure first. • If battery power is low, replace the battery.
• When connecting the bundled USB cable to the camera’s USB/AV port, insert the plug into the port until you feel it click securely into place. Failure to insert the plug fully can result in poor communication or malfunction of the connected components. • Some metal of the plug is visible even when the plug is inserted correctly. • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the camera or your printer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning. 9.
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 206) 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 image, 2. On the “PLAY” tab, select “DPOF Printing” press [BS] to change the displayed date stamping setting to “On”. 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 213) 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 237). What you can do Connecting the camera to a computer provides you with the capabilities described below.
Using the Camera with a Windows Computer Objective Transfer images to the camera Install the required software in accordance with what version of Windows you are running and what you want to do. Objective • Viewing images on a computer • Storing images on a computer Transfer of images from the camera and management of images on the computer Windows Version Install this software: Vista/XP/ 2000/Me – (USB driver not required.
■ Computer System Requirements for Bundled Software Photo Transport 1.0 Memory : At least 64MB 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.
■ Precautions for Windows Vista Users Viewing and Storing Images on a Computer • 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.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer the First Time 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. 1. Make sure the camera’s battery is fully charged. If you do, the computer will not be able to recognize the camera. If your computer is running Windows 98SE or 98, be sure to install the USB driver. Do not connect the camera to your computer without installing the USB driver first.
• Some metal of the plug is visible even when the plug is inserted correctly. • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the camera or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning. 5. Turn off the camera, and connect the USB cable that comes bundled with the camera to the camera’s USB/AV connector and your computer’s USB port. USB Port USB Cable 6. Turn on the camera.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Computer after the First Time Camera-Computer Connection Pressing the camera’s [ON/OFF] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the camera’s operation lamp lighting green. In this mode, your computer recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or the camera’s built-in memory if it does not have a memory card loaded) as a removable disk.
■ Viewing Camera Images on Your Computer 5. Double-click the file that contains the image you want to view. After connecting the camera to your computer, you can view camera images on your computer screen. This displays the image. • For information about file names, see “Memory Folder Structure” on page 238. 1. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Computer”. Windows Vista users: Click “Start” and then “Computer”. Windows 2000/Me/98SE/98 users: Doubleclick “My Computer”.
■ Saving an Image on Your Computer 5. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Documents”. Windows Vista users: Click “Start” and then “Documents”. Windows 2000/Me/98SE/98 users: Doubleclick “My Documents” to open it. 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. 1. Windows XP users: Click “Start” and then “My Computer”.
■ Disconnect the camera from the computer IMPORTANT! • 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.
3. Click “Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM 3.1” to Transfer of Images from the Camera and Management of Images on the Computer select it and then click “Read me.” • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. 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.
1. On your computer, click “Start”, “All Playing Movies Programs”, “Accessories”, “System Tools” and then “System Information”. 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. 2. On the “Tools” menu, select “DirectX Diagnostic Tool”. 3. On the “System” tab, check to make sure that 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled the “DirectX Version” is 9.0 or higher.
■ Minimum Computer System Requirements for Movie Playback 3. Click “QuickTime 7” to select it and then click “Read me”. • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. The minimum system requirements described below are necessary to play back movies recorded with this camera on a Windows computer. Operating System : Windows Vista/XP/2000 4. Click “Install” for QuickTime 7. Memory 5.
3. Click “YouTube Uploader for CASIO” to select Uploading Movie Files to YouTube it and then click “Read me.” 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. • “Read me” files contain important information about installation, including installation conditions and computer system requirements. What is YouTube? 4.
■ Uploading a movie file to YouTube 5. The left side of the display will have an area for inputting a title, category, and other information required for uploading to YouTube. Enter the required information. IMPORTANT! • 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.
Transferring Images to the Camera 4. Click “Install” for Photo Transport. 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. 5. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to install Photo Transport. ■ Transferring image files to the camera ■ Installing Photo Transport 1. First, connect the camera to your computer. 1.
3. Drop the image data you want to transfer to 4. Follow the instructions that appear on the the camera onto the Photo Transport Transfer button. display to transfer the image file to the camera. Move your mouse pointer to the image file you want to transfer, and then hold down your mouse button. Keeping your mouse button depressed, drag the mouse pointer and the image file along with it to the Photo Transport Transfer button, and then release the mouse button.
■ Transferring screen captures to the camera 5. Use your mouse to select the area of the screen you want to capture. 1. First, connect the camera to your computer. 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. • See page 215 for information about connecting the camera to your computer. 2.
6. Follow the instructions that appear on the Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) display to transfer a capture of the selected area to the camera. 1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive. • The image transfer method and detailed image settings used depend on the Photo Transport settings. For details, see Photo Transport help (page 229). • Normally, this should cause the menu screen to appear automatically.
User Registration Using the Camera with a Macintosh 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. Install the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want to do. Objective 1. Click the “Register” button. • This starts up your Web browser and accesses the user registration website. Follow the instructions that appear on your computer screen to register.
Objective OS Version OS 9 • Movie file playback not supported. OS X • Movie file playback supported under OS X v10.3.9 or higher when QuickTime 7 or higher is installed. Play movies View the User’s Guide Install this software: OS 9/OS X • Use Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader, which comes bundled with your operating system. Viewing and Storing Images on a Macintosh See page: You can view and store images (snapshot and movie files) on your Macintosh by connecting to the camera.
• When connecting the bundled USB cable to the camera’s USB/AV port, insert the plug into the port until you feel it click securely into place. Failure to insert the plug fully can result in poor communication or malfunction of the connected components. • Some metal of the plug is visible even when the plug is inserted correctly. • Take care when connecting the USB cable to the camera or your computer. USB ports and cable plugs are shaped for proper positioning. 3.
■ Connecting the Camera to Your Macintosh after the First Time Camera-Macintosh Connection Pressing the camera’s [ON/OFF] button puts it into the USB mode, which is indicated by the camera’s operation lamp lighting green. In this mode, your Macintosh recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or the camera’s built-in memory if it does not have a memory card loaded) as a drive. The appearance of the drive icon depends on the Mac OS version you are using.
■ Viewing Camera Images on Your Macintosh ■ Saving an Image on Your Macintosh After connecting the camera to your Macintosh, you can view camera images on your Macintosh screen. 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. 1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon. 1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon. 2. Double-click the “DCIM” folder. 2.
■ Disconnect the camera from the Macintosh IMPORTANT! • 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 have been copied to your Macintosh.
Playing Movies Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) You can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies. To play back a movie, first copy the movie to your Macintosh and then doubleclick the movie file. You must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PDF file. If you don’t, go to the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install Acrobat Reader. 1. On the CD-ROM, open the “Manual” folder.
■ 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 (DCIM Folder) DCIM The camera stores images you shoot and other data in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF). ■ About DCF DCF is a system that defines both image file formats and the structure of the folders that store data. This makes it possible for a digital camera, printer, or other DCF-compliant device to display or print image data from another DCF device. 100CASIO *1 CIMG0001.JPG CIMG0002.MOV CIMG0003.WAV CIMG0004.JPG CIMG0004.
• DPOF File Folder Folder that contains DPOF files, etc. • BEST SHOT Folder Folder that contains BEST SHOT user setup files • User Setup File File of a BEST SHOT user setup • FAVORITE Folder Folder that contains Favorites image files. Size of images is 320 × 240 pixels. • Family Face Recognition Folder Folder that contains face members recorded for family members. Any manipulation of the data in the “FAMILY” folder can cause the camera to stop operating properly.
■ 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 78 The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each part is explained.
■ Battery Charger Bottom 1 ck bt bs 2 br br Battery/Memory Card Slots (pages 36, 47) bs USB/AV Connector (pages 203, 216, 232) bt Tripod Hole 3 1 [CHARGE] lamp 2 Contacts 3 AC jack Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.
Monitor Screen Contents The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status. • The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes. They do not represent screens that actually appear on the camera.
■ Movie Recording Mode IMPORTANT! • The aperture value, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity will all turn orange if any one of them is not correct when the shutter button is half-pressed.
■ Snapshot Playback Mode 12 ■ Movie Playback Mode 3 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 bq bp 4 5 6 bo bnbmblbk 7 1 File Type (page 144) bn Recording Mode 2 Protect Indicator (page 181) bo Battery Level Indicator (page 40) 3 Folder Name/File Name (page 180) bp Histogram (page 136) 4 Snapshot Image Quality bq Exposure Compensation (page 64) 3 1 File Type (page 146) 2 Protect Indicator (page 181) 3 Folder Name/File Name (page 180) 4 Movie Recording Time (page 125) (page 146) 5 Snapshot Image Size 5 Movie Image Qu
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 the REC mode or PLAY mode. • An asterisk (*) indicates reset default settings. ■ REC Mode REC Tab Menu Focus (Auto Focus)* / Macro / (Pan Focus) / (Infinity) / (Manual Focus) • (Auto Focus) indicator is not displayed during movie recording. Continuous Normal Speed / High Speed / Flash Cont.
Quality Tab Menu Sharpness +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 8M (3264 × 2448)* / 3:2 (3264 × 2176) / 16:9 (3264 × 1840) / 6M (2816 × 2112) / 4M (2304 × 1728) / 2M (1600 × 1200) / VGA (640 × 480) Saturation +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Contrast +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Flash Intensity +2 / +1 / 0* / –1 / –2 Quality (Snapshots) Fine / Normal* / Economy Flash Assist Auto* / Off Quality (Movies) UHQ / UHQ Wide / HQ* / HQ Wide / Normal / LP EV Shift –2.0 / –1.7 / –1.3 / –1.0 / –0.7 / –0.3 / 0.0* / +0.3 / +0.
Set Up Tab Menu USB Mass Storage (USB DIRECT-PRINT)* / PTP (PictBridge) Wide* / 4:3 Video Out NTSC 4:3 / NTSC 16:9 / PAL 4:3 / PAL 16:9 Startup* / Half Shutter / Shutter / Operation / Operation / Play Format Format / Cancel* Reset Reset / Cancel* Panel On* / Off Display Sounds Startup On (Selectable image) / Off* File No. Continue* / Reset World Time Home* / World Home Time setup (city, DST, etc.) World Time setup (city, DST, etc.
■ PLAY Mode Date/Time – PLAY Tab Menu Rotation Rotate* / Cancel Resize 6M (2816 × 2112)* / 4M (2304 × 1728) / VGA (640 × 480) / Cancel Trimming – Dubbing – Copy Built-in Slideshow Start* / Images / Time / Interval / Effect / Cancel Calendar – Layout Print – MOTION PRINT Anti Shake 9 frames* / 1 frame / Cancel Movie Editing Dynamic Range Card* / Card Built-in / Cancel On / Off* Cut (Before) / Cut (Between) / Cut (After) / Cancel* “Set Up” Tab • The contents of the “Set Up” tab are
■ REC Mode Indicator Lamps Operation Lamp The camera has lamps: an Operation Lamp and an Self-timer Lamp. These Lamps light and flash to indicate the current operational status of the camera. Meaning Color Status Lit Operation Lamp Green Storing movie or processing image. / Image is Flashing being stored. / Cannot Auto Focus. / Card is being formatted. / Powering down. Lit Red Self-timer Lamp Operational (Power on). / Auto Focus operation was successful. / LCD is off or in sleep state.
Battery Charger Lamp Reference 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. The battery charger has a [CHARGE] lamp that lights or flashes in accordance with the battery charger operation that is being performed. [CHARGE] lamp ■ PLAY mode Operation Lamp Meaning Color Status Lit Green Operational (Power on).
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 38). 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-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Camera suddenly powers down.
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 71). 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 Display language setting screen appears when the camera is turned on. Possible Causes and Action 1) You did not configure initial settings after purchasing the camera or the battery may have been left with a dead battery. Check the camera setup (pages 11, 193). 2) There may be a problem with the camera’s built-in memory management area. If this is the case, perform the reset operation to initialize the camera’s setup (page 143). After that, configure each setting.
Display Messages ALERT 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. Battery is low. Battery power is low. Cannot correct image! Keystone correction of the image cannot be performed for some reason.
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 187). No Favorites file! The FAVORITE folder does not contain any files. Printing Error An error occurred while printing. • The printer is turned off. • The printer generated an error, etc. Record Error Image compression could not be performed for some reason during image data storage. Shoot the image again.
Storage Capacity Specifications • Snapshots ■ Main Specifications Product Type Digital Camera Model EX-Z8 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) 2M (1600 × 1200) VGA (640 × 480) Image Quality Approximate Image File Size Approximate Built-in Memory (11.4 MB) Capacity • Movies Approximate SD Memory Card (1 GB) Capacity Fine 1.
* The number of image values is 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.
Sensitivity Snapshots: Auto, ISO 50, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800 • Snapshots (When “Anti Shake” setting is “Auto”): ISO 800 (maximum) Snapshots (When BEST SHOT scene is “Anti Shake”): ISO 800 (maximum) Snapshots (When BEST SHOT scene is “High Sensitivity”): ISO 1600 (maximum) Movies: Auto Self-timer 10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Selftimer Built-in Flash Flash Modes: Auto Flash, ON, OFF, Red eye reduction, Soft Flash Flash Range: Wide Angle Optical Zoom: 0.1 to 3.5 meters (0.3' to 11.
■ Power Requirements Power Requirements *1 Number of Shots (CIPA Standard) • Temperature: 23°C (73°F) Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-20) × 1 • Monitor Screen: On • Zoom operation between full wide to full telephoto every 30 seconds, during which two images are recorded, one image with flash; power turned off and back on every time 10 images are recorded.
Power Consumption 3.7 V DC Approximately 4.0 W Dimensions 95 (W) × 59 (H) × 19.8 (D) mm (3.7"(W) × 2.3"(H) × 0.78"(D)) (excluding projections; 16.2 mm (0.64") at thinnest point) Weight Approximately 118 g (4.2 oz) (excluding battery and accessories) Bundled Accessories Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20); Battery charger (BC-11L); AC power cord; USB cable; AV Cable; Strap; CD-ROM; Basic Reference ■ Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (NP-20) Rated Voltage 3.
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