Using Magic modes Capture a photo or record a video with various effects. Using the Magic Frame mode 4 In Magic Frame Shot mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame you select. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 5 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. 1 2 3 On the Home screen, scroll to . Select In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to .
Using Magic modes Using the Photo Filter mode Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye 1 2 3 Sketch On the Home screen, scroll to . Select . Select an effect. Option Description Miniature Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Ink Painting Apply a watercolor painting effect.
Using Magic modes 4 5 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. Depending on the option you select, the resolution may change to smaller automatically. or Using the Movie Filter mode Apply various filter effects to your videos to create unique images. 1 2 3 On the Home screen, scroll to . Select . 4 5 Option Description Fish-eye Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens.
Using Magic modes Using the Split Shot mode In Split Shot mode, you can capture several photos and arrange them with preset layouts. 1 2 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 5 Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. • Repeat steps 4 and 5 to capture the rest of the photos. • To recapture a photo, press [f]. On the Home screen, scroll to . Select 4 . • In Split Shot mode, the resolution is automatically set to or smaller.
Using Magic modes 6 Using the Motion Photo mode In Motion Photo mode, you can capture and combine a series of photos, and then select an area to be animated to create a GIF animation. This mode is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 2 3 On the Home screen, scroll to . 4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Select Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right to reduce or enlarge the area. . Frame Size Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.
Shooting options Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Setting the video resolution Selecting a resolution As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase. Setting the photo resolution 1 2 3 In Video Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Movie Size. Select an option.
Selecting a resolution and quality Setting the video quality Selecting an image quality Set the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. Setting the photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. The camera compresses and saves the videos you record in MP4 (H.264) format. 1 2 3 In Video Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Frame Rate. Select an option.
Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 3 In Shooting mode, press [t]. Press [Shutter] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo after the specified time has elapsed. • The front display will start a countdown before shooting. Timer Off 10 Sec • Press [Shutter] or [t] to cancel the timer. • Depending on the Face Detection options you selected, the timer 2 Sec Double function may not be available.
Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye Using the flash If the flash fires when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in “Using the flash.” Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [F].
Shooting in the dark Icon Description • Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Red-eye: • The flash will fire twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-eye effect. • There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Fill in: • The flash always fires. • The camera automatically adjusts light intensity. Blink Detection. • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p.
Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. Use a higher ISO sensitivity to capture better photos and reduce camera shake when not using the flash. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select ISO. Select an option.
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using macro 1 In Shooting mode, press [c]. Use macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Focus Normal (AF) Macro Back 2 Select Select an option. Icon Description Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 32 in. (80 cm) away. Farther than 98 in. (250 cm) away when you use the zoom. Macro: Focus on a subject that is 2–32 in. (5–80 cm) from the camera.
Changing the camera’s focus Using tracking auto focus • If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. 1 2 3 center of the screen. • Tracking a subject may fail when: In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Focus Area Tracking AF. Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [o]. • • A focus frame appears on the subject and follows the subject • as you move the camera.
Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Focus Area. Select an option. Icon Description Center AF: Focus on the center of the frame (suitable when subjects are located at or near the center). Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas. Tracking AF: Focus on and track the subject. (p.
Using Face Detection If you use Face Detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them. Detecting faces • When your camera detects a face, it tracks the detected face • • • • • • • • • automatically.
Using Face Detection Capturing a smile shot Detecting eye blinking The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. 1 2 3 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Face Detection Smile Shot. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Face Detection Blink Detection. Compose your shot. • The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.
Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. 3 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Select a value to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases. Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo. EV : +1 Cancel S Darker (-) 1 2 S Neutral (0) S Brighter (+) 4 Set Press [o] to save your settings.
Adjusting brightness and color Compensating for backlighting (ACB) Changing the metering option When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.
Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a White Balance setting The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a White Balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select White Balance. Select an option. Icon Description Auto WB: Automatically set the White Balance based on the lighting conditions.
Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own White Balance You can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select White Balance Custom Set. Aim the lens at a piece of white paper, and then press [Shutter].
Using burst modes It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. Also, it can be difficult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. Icon Description Motion Capture: While you are pressing [Shutter], the photos (5 photos per second; camera captures maximum of 30 photos).
Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 4 Press [F/t] to adjust each value. Sharpness Select Image Adjust. Description Select an option. - Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for editing the photos on your computer). • Sharpness • Contrast • Saturation + Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity of your photos. This may also increase the noise in your photos.
Reducing the sound of the zoom When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom. Use the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. 1 2 3 In Video Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Voice. Select an option. Icon Description Sound Alive On: Turn on the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. Sound Alive Off: Turn off the Sound Alive function. The camera can record the zoom noise. Mute: Do not record sounds.
Available shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options".
Available shooting options by shooting mode Intelligent Portrait Night Shot Close-up Shot Magic Frame Resolution O O O Quality O O O Timer U O O U Flash U U - U - - - - U - U - ISO sensitivity Macro Funny Face Photo Filter Movie Filter Split Shot Artistic Brush U O O O Motion Photo U U U U U O U O O U O O U U U U U U - U U - - - - - - - - - U - - U - - - - - - - - - - U - - - U - - - - - EV - - - - - - - -
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, or TV.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage files. Photo file information Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos stored in your camera. 1 Memory in use Press [P]. • The most recent file will be displayed. • If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent File Information file. 2 Press [F/t] to scroll through files. Album/Zoom In • Press and hold [F/t] to scroll through files quickly.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Video file information Viewing files by category in Smart Album View files by category, such as date, face, or file type. 1 In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left. • You can also access Smart Album by scrolling to on the Home screen, and then selecting File Information Album Play Capture 2 3 . Press [m]. Select Filter a category.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 4 Viewing files as thumbnails Scroll to a desired list, and then press [o] to open the list. Scan thumbnails of files. 5 Scroll to a desired file, and then press [o] to view the file. 6 Rotate [Zoom] to the left to return to the previous view. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the left to view thumbnails (12 at a time). Rotate [Zoom] to the left once more to display more thumbnails (24 at a time). Rotate [Zoom] to the right to return to the previous view.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting multiple files You can select multiple files, and then delete them at once. Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 2 1 In Playback mode, press [m]. • When in thumbnails view, press [m], select Select Protect On. Delete Select, and then skip to step 3, or press [f], select Select, and then skip to step 3. You cannot delete or rotate a protected file. Deleting files 2 When the pop-up message appears, select Multiple Delete.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Deleting all files You can select all files, and then delete them at once. 1 Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. In Playback mode, press [m]. Enlarging a photo • When in thumbnails view, press [m], select Delete Delete All, and then skip to step 3, or press [f], select Delete All, and then skip to step 3. 2 3 In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing panoramic photos To Description Move the enlarged area Press [D/c/F/t]. View photos captured in Live Panorama mode. Press [o], and then select Yes. (The trimmed photo will be saved as a new file. The original photo is retained in its original form.) 1 Trim the enlarged photo In Playback mode, press [F/t] to scroll to a desired panoramic photo. • The entire panoramic photo appears on the screen.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing animated photos Playing a slide show View animated GIF files repeatedly that were captured in Motion Photo mode or Jump Shot mode. Apply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. The slide show function does not work for videos and GIF files. 1 In Playback mode, press [F/t] to scroll to a desired GIF file. 2 Press [o]. 1 2 3 • The GIF file plays back repeatedly. 3 In Playback mode, press [m]. Select Slide Show Options.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 4 5 6 Press [m]. Playing a video Select Start Slide Show. In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture or trim parts of the playing video. You can save the captured or trimmed segments as new files. View the slide show. • Press [o] to pause the slide show. • Press [o] again to resume the slide show. • Press [o], and then press [F/t] to stop the slide show and return 1 2 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [o]. View the video.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Trimming a video Capturing an image from video 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [m]. 1 While viewing a video, press [o] at the point where you want to capture an image. 2 3 4 Select Trim Movie. 2 Press [c]. 5 6 Press [o] to resume playing the video. 7 8 Press [c] to trim. Press [o] to start playing the video.
Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. Resizing photos Cropping portraits automatically Change the size of a photo and save it as a new file. Extract and save close-up portraits from landscape shots. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m].
Editing a photo Rotating a photo 1 2 3 4 5 Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. On the Home screen, scroll to . Select 1 2 3 4 . Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Select Rotate an option. Press [c] to save. On the Home screen, scroll to . Select . Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Select Smart Filter an option. Smart Filter : Miniature Rotate : Right 90˚ Back Cancel • The camera will overwrite the original file.
Editing a photo Option Description Adjusting your photos Ink Painting Apply a watercolor painting effect. Oil Painting Apply an oil painting effect. Cartoon Apply a cartoon painting effect. Learn how to adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation or how to correct the red-eye effect. If the center of a photo is dark, you can adjust it to be brighter. The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, but may convert it to a lower resolution.
Editing a photo 5 6 7 Press [F/t] to adjust the option. Press [o]. Press [c] to save. Adjusting dark subjects (ACB) 1 2 3 4 5 On the Home screen, scroll to . Select Retouching faces 1 2 3 4 5 On the Home screen, scroll to . Select . Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Select Face Retouch. Press [F/t] to adjust the option. • As the number increases, the skin tone becomes brighter and . smoother. Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then select a photo. Select ACB.
Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 1 2 3 4 On the Home screen, scroll to . 5 6 Turn off your camera and TV. Select 7 Turn on your TV, and then select the A/V video source with the TV remote control. 8 Turn on your camera. . Select Connectivity Video Out. • The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when Select the video signal output for your country or region. (p. 131) you connect it to a TV.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files to your Windows computer, edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. Requirements Item • The requirements are recommendation only. Intelli-studio may not work Requirements ® ® CPU Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz or higher/ AMD Athlon™ FX 2.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 6 Transferring files with Intelli-studio Turn on the camera. • When the Intelli-studio installation pop-up appears on the You can download Intelli-studio from the linked webpage and install it on your computer. When you connect the camera to a computer with Intelli-studio installed, the program will launch automatically. computer screen, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help Help from the program toolbar. • • • • You can update the firmware of your camera by selecting Web Support Upgrade firmware for the connected device from the program toolbar. You can download short animations for use in Children mode. You cannot edit files directly on the camera. Transfer files to a folder on your computer before editing.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 1 Open menus. Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk 2 Display files in the selected folder. Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. 3 Switch to the Photo edit mode. 4 Switch to the Video edit mode. 5 Switch to the Sharing mode (to send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube). 6 Download short animations for use in Children mode. 7 Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 6 Turn on the camera. Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. With Windows Vista and Windows 7, the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer in the pop-up window. 1 Verify that the status lamp is not blinking. • The status lamp blinks when transferring files.
Transferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will automatically recognize the device. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable. 2 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and displays a removable disk icon.
Wireless network Learn to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions.
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Learn to connect via an access point (AP) when you are in a range of a WLAN. You can also configure network settings. Connecting to a WLAN 1 2 3 Icon Ad hoc AP On the Home screen, scroll to . Secured AP Select WPS AP , , , , or . Signal strength Press [m], and then select Wi-Fi Setting. Press [t] to open network setting options. • In some modes, press [m] or follow the on-screen instructions until the Wi-Fi Setting screen appears.
