E INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COLOR MODE BEFORE YOU BEGIN The color mode controls whether a still image is color or black and white as well as the color space. The color mode is set in the advanced 2 section of the recording-mode menu (p. 80). The live image on the monitors will reflect the selected color mode. For more on the color mode see page 98. Thank you for purchasing this Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. WARNING Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore the following warnings. • Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual. • Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed. • Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.
CAUTION • Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid. • If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product. • The camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be taken to avoid burns.
Advanced recording .............................................................................................................................40 Display controls - recording mode...........................................................................................40 Pro-auto button........................................................................................................................42 Spot-AE lock button.................................................................................
Ordering an index print ..........................................................................................................115 Canceling a DPOF print order ...............................................................................................115 Copying images .....................................................................................................................116 Setup mode .......................................................................................................
NAMES OF PARTS CAMERA BODY * This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument. Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual (p. 148). Recording mode (p. 26) Playback mode (p. 34) Movie mode (p. 102) Setup mode (p. 118) Data-transfer mode (p. 132) Data panel (p. 15) Digital-subject-program button (p. 32) Display mode switch Display information button (p. 40, 36) Built-in flash (p.
DATA PANEL Exposure modes (p. 52) Metering modes (p. 51) Memory (p. 50) Drive modes (p. 58) White balance (p. 67) Located on the top of the camera body, the data panel shows the status of the camera. All icons have been shown for clarity. Camera sensitivity (p. 70) Function button Macro release (p. 47) Function dial (p. 48) Digital-subject-program icons (p. 32) Frame counter (p. 84) Digital-subject-program indicators (p. 32) Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 31) Battery-condition indicator (p.
MONITOR DISPLAY - RECORDING MODE MONITOR DISPLAY - QUICK VIEW & PLAYBACK MODE Image size (p. 84) Image quality (p. 85) Mode indicator 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Exposure-compensation display (p. 74) 11. White-balance indicator (p. 67) 12. Exposure-mode/Digital-subject-program indicator (p. 52, 32) 13. Metering-mode indicator (p. 51) 14. Shutter-speed display 15. Aperture display 16. Camera-shake warning (p. 31) 17. Camera-sensitivity (ISO) display (p. 70) 18. Macro-mode indicator (p.
GETTING UP AND RUNNING ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD This section covers the preparation of the camera. This includes the changing of batteries and memory card as well as the use of external power supplies. The lens hood is used to control stray light from entering the lens and causing flare. When using the camera under bright light, the use of the lens hood is recommended. The lens hood should not be used with the built-in flash as it can cause a shadow.
INSTALLING AND CHANGING BATTERIES BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR This digital camera uses four AA-size nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries. When using new Ni-MH batteries, fully charge them before their initial use. This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator. When the camera is on, the battery-condition indicator appears on the data panel and monitors. The monitor icon will change from white to red when battery power is low.
EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLIES (SOLD SEPARATELY) 1 2 3 4 5 The AC Adapter allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet. The AC Adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer or during periods of heavy use. AC Adapter model AC-1L is for use in North America, Japan, and Taiwan, and AC-2L is for use in all other areas. The External High-power Battery Pack Kit EBP-100 is a portable power source and significantly extends the operating time of the camera.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME After initially inserting a memory card and battery, the camera’s clock and calendar must be set. When images are recorded, the image data is saved with the date and time of recording. Depending on the region, the menu language may also have to be set. To change the language, see the camera notes on the following page. Turn the mode dial on the top of the camera to the setup position. The camera will turn on and the setup menu will be displayed. Setup Basic Adv.
BASIC RECORDING OPERATION BASIC RECORDING SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES AUTOMATICALLY 2 2 1 Turn the mode dial to the recording position (1). Use the zooming ring to frame the subject (2). The effect of the zoom is immediately displayed in the viewfinder (EVF) and LCD monitor. While holding in the dial release (1), turn the mode dial to still-image recording; the electronic viewfinder (EVF) and LCD monitor will activate.
FOCUS LOCK FOCUS SIGNALS The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-center and outside the focus frame. Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing on the subject. This digital camera has a quick, accurate autofocusing system. The focus signals in the lower right corner of the EVF and LCD monitor indicate the focus status. For more information on autofocus modes see p. 83. Place the subject within the focus frame.
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH HANDLING THE CAMERA In low-light conditions or indoors, the flash is needed to illuminate the subject and reduce blurring through camera shake. The flash can also be used as a fill light in direct sunlight to soften harsh shadows. Always remove the lens hood when using the built-in flash; the hood may cast a shadow if mounted.
DIGITAL-SUBJECT-PROGRAM BUTTON The digital-subject-program button (1) optimizes the camera’s performance for various conditions and subjects. Exposure, white-balance, and imageprocessing systems work in unison for beautiful results. 1 Pressing the digital-subject-program button cycles through the modes: portrait, sport action, sunset, night portrait, text, and the original exposure mode. A pointer will indicate the active subject program. The subject program will remain in effect until it is changed.
BASIC PLAYBACK Images can be viewed in the Quick View or playback modes. This section covers the basic functions in both modes. The playback mode has additional menu functions, see page 106. VIEWING IMAGES When in the Quick view or playback mode, use the left/right keys of the controller to scroll through the images on the memory card. To view the histogram of a still image, press the up key. Press the down key to return to single-frame playback.
CHANGING THE QUICK VIEW & PLAYBACK DISPLAY ENLARGED PLAYBACK In the center of the display switch, the display-information button controls the display format. Each time the button is pressed, the display cycles through to the next format: full display, image only, index playback. In single-frame playback, a still image can be enlarged for closer examination. Images can be magnified between 1.2X and 4.0X in 0.2X increments. 640 X 480 size images can only be magnified between 1.2X and 2.0X.
VIEWING MOVIES VIEWING IMAGES ON A TELEVISION Standard, Night, time-lapse, and UHS continuous-advance movies can be played back on the camera. Movie files are indicated by a icon at the bottom of the display. Standard and Night Movies are also indicated by a thumbnail of the first frame. It is possible to view camera images on your television. The camera has a video-out terminal which can be used to connect the camera to a television using the supplied AV cable.
ADVANCED RECORDING This section contains detailed information on the camera’s recording functions and operation. Read the sections pertaining to your interest and need. DISPLAY CONTROLS - RECORDING MODE Located on the back of the camera, the display-mode switch and the displayinformation button control on which monitor the image is displayed and what information is included in the display.
PRO-AUTO BUTTON 1 Simply pressing the pro-auto button (1) resets the camera to programmed and automatic functions in the still-image recording mode. The camera’s systems work together to bring professional results leaving the operator free to concentrate on aesthetic decisions. The pro-auto button affects functions in either the recording or movie modes (p. 105) only when the mode is in use.
AUTOFOCUS AREAS AND CONTROL FLEX FOCUS POINT In still-image recording mode, the controller selects the focus area used and moves the spot-focus area within the image. The two focus areas, wide focus area and spot focus point, allow flexibility over a variety of situations. Once displayed, the spot focus area can be moved to any point in the image area. This Flex Focus Point is a powerful tool for off-center subjects. The Flex Focus Point cannot be used with the digital zoom (p. 46).
DIGITAL ZOOM MACRO MODE The digital zoom doubles the lens magnification. The digital zoom cannot be used with RAW image quality or in movie recording. The macro mode is used for close-up photographs of small objects. The marco mode can be used with the digital zoom to increase the close-up effect. Subject programs and movie recording can be used with the macro setting. The built-in flash cannot be used with macro mode. Press the magnification button (1) on the back of the camera.
SETTING THE FUNCTION DIAL Dial The memory function, metering mode, exposure mode, drive mode, white balance, and camera sensitivity are controlled by the function dial. Making changes with the function dial is simple. The function dial can only be used for still photography. 1 MEM Display Setting Page Menu Memory registers or the setting function are selected with a special menu displayed on the monitors. 50 Turn the function dial to the mode to be changed (1).
MEMORY - STORING CAMERA SETTINGS Five sets of camera settings can be saved. This saves time under frequently repeating conditions by eliminating the need to set the camera. Except for the spot AEL button, subject programs, data imprinting, voice memo, and instant playback settings, all recordingmode camera settings will be saved including the position of the Flex Focus Point, the display mode, the custom white balance setting, and changes made with the function dial and digital effects control.
PROGRAM - P EXPOSURE MODES The four exposure modes allow extensive control over image making. Programmed AE gives carefree operation, aperture and shutter priority allow photographers to maximize exposures in different situations, and manual exposure provides complete freedom in controlling the final image. See setting the function dial section on page 48. P Program - the camera controls both the shutter speeds and aperture.
APERTURE PRIORITY - A 2 1 The photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed to ensure correct exposure. When A mode is selected, the aperture value on the monitors turns blue. Turn the control dial (1) to set the desired aperture. Press the shutter-release button partway down to activate the exposure system (2); the corresponding shutter speed will be displayed.
MANUAL EXPOSURE - M BULB EXPOSURES Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and apertures. This mode overrides the exposure system giving the photographer total control over the final exposure. The shutter speeds and aperture values can be changed in half stop increments. The shutter speed range in manual exposure mode is 15 to 1/2000 second including bulb when camera sensitivity is set to auto (p. 71).
