• 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.com/
Accessories
As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all accessories shown below
are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer.
Rechargeable lithium ion
battery (NP-130A)
Micro USB cableBasic ReferenceNeck strap
Lens cap
USB-AC adaptor
(AD-C53U)
Power cord
*
* The shape of the power cord plug varies according to the country or geographic
area where the camera is sold.
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Attaching and Removing the Lens Cap
Attachment
Removal
Mark
Attach the lens cap with the large blades
on the left and right.
1
To shorten
To lengthen
The lens cap opens and closes
automatically in accordance with the
lens position, so you can leave it in
place, if you want. Make sure the lens
cap is attached to the lens so the dot
mark on the cap is upwards, with the
large blades of the cap on the left and
right. If the cap is in the wrong position,
its blades can cause partial darkening
of images when shooting with flash.
Attaching the Neck Strap to the Camera
• Attach either end of the strap to the two strap
rings on the sides of the camera as shown in the
illustration.
• After you are finished pull on the strap to test it
and to make sure it does not come loose.
. Adjusting the Length of the Strap
You can adjust the length of the strap so it can
be used as a neck strap or a shoulder strap.
1. Pull the strap out at the center
of the buckle in the direction
indicated by
.
2. Pull the strap in one of the
directions indicated by the
illustration to adjust the length.
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Read this first!
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
• The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production
process. Feel free to contact us if you notice anything that is questionable,
erroneous, etc.
• Any copying of the contents of this User’s Guide, either in part or its entirety, is
forbidden. Except for your own personal use, any other use of the contents of this
manual without the permission of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. is forbidden
under copyright laws.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or lost
profits suffered by you or any third party due to the use or malfunction of this
product.
• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or lost
profits caused by loss of memory contents due to malfunction, repair, or any other
reason.
• Note that the example screens and product illustrations shown in this User’s Guide
may differ somewhat from the screens and configuration of the actual camera.
LCD Panel
The liquid crystal panel of the monitor screen uses high-precision technology that
provides a pixel yield in excess of 99.99%. This means that some very small number
of pixels may not light or may remain lit at all times. This is due to the characteristics
of the liquid crystal panel, and does not indicate malfunction.
Take test shots
Before shooting your final image, shoot a test shot to ensure that the camera is
recording correctly.
In addition to using the up, down, left, and right buttons, you can also use the control
dial to perform operations.
• Depending on the function, certain operations cannot be performed using the
control dial.
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Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them
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The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed
of the camera’s status.
• The sample screens in this section are intended to show you the locations of all the
indicators and figures that can appear on the monitor screen in various modes.
They do not represent screens that actually appear on the camera.
. Snapshot Recording (1 Shot)
Snapshot image size/Quality (pages 126, 128)
Movie quality (FHD/STD movie)
(pages 82, 85)/
Recording speed (high speed movie) (page 85)
AF Area (page 121)
Focal distance
(Converted to 35 mm film format.) (page 61)
Anti-shake Functions (page 125)
Timestamp indicator (page 193)
Histogram (page 134)
Front shutter button function (page 116)
ND Filter (page 118)
Date/Time (pages 27, 198)
Focus frame (pages 35, 122)
Self-timer mode (page 46)
Face Detection (page 123)
Recording mode (page 34)
Image deterioration indicator/
Zoom (SR) indicator (page 62)
Remaining movie memory
capacity (page 82)
Remaining snapshot memory
capacity (page 229)
Electronic level (page 135)
Battery level indicator (page 27)
Metering mode (page 58)
Flash (page 56)
Exposure compensation (page 55)
Make-up (page 54)
ISO sensitivity (page 53)
Focus mode (page 49)
White balance (page 47)
• Depending on recording settings, the aperture, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity
values may not appear on the monitor screen. These values will be red if the Auto
Exposure (AE) is not correct for some reason.
(Converted to 35 mm film format.)
Make-up (Smooth Skin) (pages 54, 95, 96)
Make-up (Skin Tone) (pages 54, 95, 96)
No audio data available
Movie recording time (page 138)
Recording mode/Movie quality/speed
(pages 82, 85, 85)
Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them
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. Configuring Monitor Screen Settings
[8] (DISP)
Each press of [8] (DISP) will cycle through display settings that
display or hide on-screen information. You can configure separate
settings for the REC mode and PLAY mode.
REC mode
Information onDisplays setting information.
Information offHides setting information.
PLAY mode
Information on
Displays settings when shooting, current date and time,
histogram (page 134), and other information.
Information offNo information displayed when shooting.
With thumbnails
Shows images that come before and after the current
image.
Monitor Screen Contents and How to Change Them
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*See page 64 for more information.
*See page 74 for more information.
*See page 96 for more information.
*See page 98, 98 for more information.
*See page 65 for more information.
What you can do with your CASIO camera
Your CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to
make recording of digital images easier, including the following main functions.
Intelligent Bracketing
You can use this function to shoot a series of images,
slightly changing the camera setup with each shot.
Motion Shutter
You can control operation of the self-timer from a
distance by waving your hand, which makes it easier to
shoot self-portraits from a distance.
Make-up Bracketing (Make-up BKT)
Make-up Bracketing (Make-up BKT) lets you shoot three
versions of the same image with the press of the shutter
button, each with a different Skin Tone setting.
Flipped Image, Flipped CS Image
When shooting stars, birds, or other distant subjects with
the camera attached to an astronomical telescope or to a
monocle device, the recorded image may be vertically or
horizontally flipped. This lets you record the image at it
actually appears to the eye.
Interval Shot
You can record a series of images over a specified
period. This function is useful when recording the
movement of stars, a blooming flower, etc.
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Time Lapse Movie
*See page 89 for more information.
*See page 77 for more information.
*See page 34 for more information.
*See page 167 for more information.
You can use this function to record movies of natural
events that occur over time, to speed up the flow of
traffic in a city scene, or to record other similar types of
movies.
Art Shot
A variety of artistic effects help to make even common,
ordinary subjects become more novel and exciting.
“Art Shot” provides the following effects: HDR Art, Toy
Camera, Soft Focus, Light Tone, Pop, Sepia,
Monochrome, Miniature, Fisheye, Sparkling Shot,
Crystal Ball.
Premium Auto Pro
Select Premium Auto Pro recording and the
camera automatically determines whether you
are shooting a subject or scenery, and other
conditions. Premium Auto Pro delivers higher
image quality than standard Auto.
Wireless LAN Connection
Turns your smartphone into a camera remote
controller and allows you to send images recorded with
your camera to your smartphone.
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IMPORTANT!
NOTE
Tilting the Monitor Screen
180 degrees
55 degrees
90 degrees
The monitor screen can be tilted upwards up to 180 degrees or downwards up to
55 degrees.
. Tilting the Monitor Screen
As shown in the illustration, you can tilt the monitor screen by opening it from the
bottom or from the top.
• Under factory default settings, the camera will turn on automatically whenever the
monitor screen is tilted. See page 196 for information about configuring the camera
so it does not turn on when the monitor screen is tilted upwards.
• When returning the monitor screen to the back of the camera, take care so you do
not catch your fingers between the top or bottom of the monitor screen and the
camera.
• Do not subject the monitor screen to strong impact. Doing so can damage it.
• Be sure to return the monitor screen to its normal position to the back of the
camera when you are not using it.
• Whenever placing the camera on a tabletop or other surface to shoot, be sure to
pull out the stand to keep it from falling over (page 21).
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. Returning the Monitor Screen to Its Normal Position
1. Hold the bottom of the
monitor screen and
rotate it, or press the top
of the monitor screen to
return it to its normal
position.
2. Slide the monitor screen up as far as it will go.
. What you can do with the camera...
Shoot self-portraits
You can position the monitor screen so it
faces in the same direction as the lens,
for easy composition of self-portraits. You
can also use a stand on the back of the
camera to keep the camera upright when
placed on a tabletop or other surface.
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IMPORTANT!
Low-angle shotsHigh-angle shots
Stand
The tilt angle of the monitor screen can
be adjusted for each composition of
You can tilt the monitor screen in a way
that allows you to shoot from high angles.
images from various low angles.
Using the Stand
Your camera has a built-in stand. You can pull out
the stand and keep the camera stable on a tabletop
or other surface while the monitor screen is tilted
upwards 180 degrees. When using the camera on a
tabletop or other surface for landscape (horizontal)
orientation shots, you can adjust the vertical angle of
the camera somewhat by changing how far you pull
out the stand.
• When using the camera on a tabletop or other
surface for portrait (vertical) orientation shots, pull
the stand out as much as possible so the camera
is stable. Pulling the stand out part way in this
case can cause the camera to become unstable
and fall over.
• Even when using the stand to adjust the vertical
angle of the camera while shooting with landscape (horizontal) orientation, take
care to extend the stand far enough to avoid camera instability, which can cause it
to fall over.
• Whenever using the stand, make sure that the location where you place the
camera is stable and relatively level.
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First, charge the battery prior to use.
Battery cover
CASIO logo
Stopper
Battery
OK
NG
Note that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps
below to load the battery into the camera and charge it.
• Your camera requires a special CASIO rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-130A)
for power. Never try to use any other type of battery.
To load the battery
1. Open the battery cover.
2. Load the battery.
With the CASIO logo on the battery
facing downwards (in the direction
of the lens), hold the stopper next
to the battery in the direction
indicated by the arrow as you slide
the battery into the camera. Press
the battery in until the stopper
secures it in place.
3. Close the battery cover.
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To replace the battery
Stopper
USB-AC adaptor (AD-C53U)
u mark of the small (micro USB) connector facing the
monitor screen side of the camera.
[USB] port
Micro USB cable
(included with camera)
Power cord
1. Open the battery cover and
remove the current battery.
2. Load a new battery.
Charge the Battery
You can use either of the two following methods to charge the camera’s battery.
• USB-AC adaptor
• USB connection to a computer (Using the included micro USB cable.)
. To charge with the USB-AC adaptor
The adaptor lets you charge the battery while it is loaded in the camera.
While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below.
Charging time: Approximately 240 minutes
2
3
1
4
• When disconnecting the USB-AC adaptor from the camera, be sure to disconnect
from the camera first.
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IMPORTANT!
Back lamp
• A battery that has not been used for a long time and/or ambient temperature can
cause charging to take longer than normal. These conditions may also cause the
back lamp to flash red. If this happens, refer to page 216.
• Make sure that you insert the cable connector into the [USB] port until you feel it
click securely into place. Failure to insert the connector fully can result in poor
communication or malfunction.
• Note that even while the connector is fully inserted, you
still will be able to see the metal part of the connector as
shown in the illustration.
• Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) while the USB-AC adaptor is
connected to the camera will turn on the camera with
power being supplied by the battery. Because of this,
charging will stop.
• The USB-AC adaptor will become warm during charging.
This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.
• The shape of the power plug depends on each country or geographic area.
Back Lamp Operation
Lamp StatusDescription
Lit RedCharging
Abnormal ambient temperature,
Flashing Red
USB-AC adaptor problem, or battery
problem (page 216)
OffCharging complete
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. To charge using a USB connection to a computer
2
USB
1
Micro USB cable
(included with camera)
u mark of the small (micro USB) connector facing the
monitor screen side of the camera.
[USB] port
USB port
Computer
(power turned on)
USB connection lets you charge the battery while it is loaded in the camera.
While the camera is turned off, connect in the sequence shown below (
• If the camera is on, press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn it off before connecting it to
your computer.
IMPORTANT!
• The first time you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable, an
error message may appear on your computer. If this happens, disconnect and then
reconnect the USB cable.
• A battery that has not been used for a long time, certain types of computers, and
connection conditions can cause charging to take longer than normal. These
conditions may also cause the back lamp to flash red. If this happens, refer to page
216.
• For faster charging, use of the supplied USB-AC adaptor is recommended.
• You cannot use the camera to shoot images while it is being charged over a
computer USB connection. If you want to shoot with the camera, disconnect the
USB cable.
• If you turn on the camera while charging over a USB connection to a computer is in
progress, the camera will establish a USB connection with the computer. Though
charging normally should continue at this time, certain types of computers or
connection environments may stop charging if supply power is low. This will be
indicated by the camera’s back lamp lighting green.
• Charging is not performed while the connected computer is in the hibernate mode.
,
).
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Back Lamp Operation
Back lamp
Lamp StatusDescription
Lit Red,
(Lit/Flashing Amber)
Charging
Abnormal ambient temperature,
Flashing Red
charging taking abnormally long, or
battery problem (page 216)
Off, (Lit Green)Charging complete
• The information in parentheses in the above table shows the lamp status while the
camera is turned on during charging.
Other Charging Precautions
• With the two charging methods described above, you can charge the camera’s
battery (NP-130A) without removing it from the camera. You also can charge the
battery using an optionally available charger unit (BC-130L). Never use any other
type of charger device. Attempting to use a different charger can result in
unexpected accident.
• This model can be charged only via from USB 2.0 specification USB port only.
• USB charging devices and power supply devices are subject to fixed standards.
Use of an inferior device or a device that is not up to standard can cause
malfunction and/or failure of your camera.
• Operation is not guaranteed in the case of a computer built or modified by you.
Even in the case of a commercially available computer, certain USB port
specifications may make it impossible to charge via the USB cable.
• A battery that is still warm immediately after normal use may not charge fully. Give
the battery time to cool before charging it.
• A battery discharges slightly even when it is not loaded in the camera. Because of
this, it is recommended that you charge the battery immediately before you need to
use it.
• Charging the camera’s battery may cause interference with TV and radio reception.
If this happens, plug the USB-AC adaptor into an outlet that is further away from
the TV or radio.
• Actual charging time depends on current battery capacity and charging conditions.
• Do not use the USB-AC adaptor with any other device.
• Never use the power cord with another device.
• Use only the USB-AC adaptor and USB cable specified in this manual for charging.
Use of any other type of devices may result in improper charging.
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Checking Remaining Battery Power
IMPORTANT!
As battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates
remaining power as shown below.
Remaining PowerHighLow
Battery Indicator***
Indicator ColorWhite* White*Red*Red
indicates battery power is low. Charge the battery as soon as possible.
Recording is not possible when is indicated. Charge the battery immediately.
• The level shown by the battery indicator may change when you switch between the
REC mode and PLAY mode.
• Leaving the camera for about 30 days with no power supplied while the battery is
dead will cause its date and time settings to be cleared. A message telling you to
configure time and date settings will appear the next time you turn on the camera
after restoring power. When this happens, configure date and time settings (page
198).
• See page 234 for information about battery life and number of shots.
Battery Power Conservation Tips
• Entering the “ECO Mode” (page 191) enables low-power operation. Note that lowpower operation decreases monitor screen brightness.
• When you do not need to use the flash, select ? (Flash Off) for the flash setting
(page 56).
• Enable the Auto Power Off (page 195) and the Sleep features (page 195) to protect
against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera.
• Select “Off” for “Continuous AF” (page 124).
Configuring Basic Settings the First Time You Turn On the
Camera
The first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the
display language, date, and time settings. Failure to set the date and time correctly
will cause the wrong date and time data to be recorded with images.
• A screen for language selection will not appear in step 2 of the procedure below if
you purchased a camera intended for the Japanese market. To change the display
language from Japanese in this case, use the procedure under “Specifying the
Display Language (Language)” (page 199). Note that a version of this manual in
the language you select may not be included with a camera intended for the
Japanese market.
• Camera models sold in certain geographic areas may not support display language
selection.
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1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the
NOTE
[ON/OFF] (Power)
camera.
2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the
language you want and then press
[SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select a date style and then press [SET].
Example: July 10, 2016
YY/MM/DD
DD/MM/YY
MM/DD/YY
* 16/7/10
* 10/7/16
* 7/10/16
4. Set the date and the time.
Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want to
change and then use [8] and [2] to change it.
To switch between 12-hour and 24-hour format, select
“24h” and then use [8] and [2] to change the setting.
5. After setting the date and time, use [4] and [6]
to select “Apply” and then press [SET].
If you make a mistake configuring display language, date, or time settings with the
above procedure, refer to the following pages for information about how to correct
the settings.
– Display language: page 199
– Date and time: page 198
• Each country controls its local time offset and the use of summer time, and so they
are subject to change.
• Removing the battery from the camera too soon after configuring time and date
settings for the first time can cause the settings to be reset to their factory defaults.
Do not remove the battery for at least 24 hours after configuring settings.
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Preparing a Memory Card
Though the camera has built-in memory that can be used to store images and
movies, you probably will want to purchase a commercially available memory card for
greater capacity. The camera does not come with a memory card. Images recorded
while a memory card is loaded are saved to the memory card. When no memory card
is loaded, images are saved to built-in memory.
• For information about memory card capacities, see page 229.
• The above are supported memory card types as of May 2015.
• This camera supports use of SD memory cards of the following types and
capacities: SD memory cards up to 2GB, SDHC memory cards from 2GB up to
32GB, SDXC memory cards from 32GB up to 2TB. Note that the ability to use any
particular card with this camera, even if it satisfies the above capacity and type
requirements, is not guaranteed.
. Memory Card Handling Precautions
Certain types of memory cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, highquality movies may not be able to be stored correctly. A slow memory card can take
too much time to record data and result in breaks in the image and/or audio during
playback. When this happens a yellow “Y” indicator will appear on the monitor
screen.
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IMPORTANT!
To load a memory card
FrontBack
Back
1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn
off the camera and then open the
battery cover.
2. Load a memory card.
Positioning the memory card so its
back 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.
3. Close the battery cover.
• Never insert anything besides a supported memory card (page 29) 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.
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To replace the memory card
Back lamp
Press the memory card and then release
it. This will cause it to pop out of the
memory card slot slightly. Pull the card
out the rest of the way and then insert
another one.
• Never remove a card from the camera
while the back lamp is flashing green.
Doing so can cause the image save
operation to fail and even damage the
memory card.
To format (initialize) a new memory card
Format a memory card on the camera before using it for the first time.
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. However, if
storing to a card has slowed down or if you notice any other abnormality, re-format
the card.
• Be sure to use the camera to format a memory card. Formatting a card on a
computer will result in a non-SD standard format, which can greatly slow down
processing time and cause compatibility, performance, and other problems.
1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU].
2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
¥
SETTING” tab, and then
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Format” and then press [SET].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Format” and then press [SET].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET].
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NOTE
Turning the Camera On and Off
[p] (PLAY)
Back lamp
[ON/OFF] (Power)
Shutter button
Monitor screen
. To turn power on
Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) enters the
REC mode so you can record images.
Pressing [p] (PLAY) while in the REC
mode enters the PLAY mode, which you
can use to view snapshots (page 38)
and movies (page 138).
• You also can turn on the camera by
pressing [p] (PLAY) or by tilting the
monitor screen.
• Pressing the shutter button while in
the PLAY mode returns to the REC
mode.
• Take care to ensure that nothing is restricting or coming into contact with the lens
as it extends. Holding the lens with your hand so it cannot extend creates the risk
of malfunction.
• About 10 seconds after you press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode, the lens
will retract into the camera.
• The Sleep function (page 195) or Auto Power Off (page 195) will turn off power
automatically if you do not perform any operation for a preset amount of time.
• The camera will not turn on when you press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [p] (PLAY)
while it is being charged over a computer USB connection (page 25).
. To turn off the camera
Press [ON/OFF] (Power).
• The camera can be configured so power turns off when the [p] (PLAY) button is
pressed (page 196) or whenever the monitor screen is returned to its normal
position (page 196).
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NOTE
IMPORTANT!
Holding the Camera Correctly
HorizontalVertical
Hold the camera so the flash is above the lens.
Front lamp
Lens
Flash
Your images will not come out
clearly if you move the camera
when you press the shutter
button. When pressing the
shutter button, be sure to hold
the camera as shown in the
illustration, and keep it still by
pressing your arms firmly
against your sides as you shoot.
Holding the camera still,
carefully press the shutter button
and take care to avoid all
movement as the shutter
releases and for a few moments after it releases. This is especially important when
available lighting is low, which slows down the shutter speed.
• Take care that your fingers and the strap do not
cover any of the areas indicated in the illustration.
• To keep the camera from falling, be sure to keep
the strap around your neck, wrapped around your
wrist, or hanging from your shoulder.
• Never swing the camera around by its strap.
• The supplied strap is intended for use with this
camera only. Never use it for any other purpose.
• Shooting an image while the camera’s “Auto
Rotate” setting is “On” will cause the playback
image to be rotated automatically to the
orientation the camera was in when the image
was recorded (page 194).
• Take care to ensure that your fingers are not blocking or are not too close to the
flash. Fingers can cause unwanted shadows when using the flash.
• The flash unit pops up automatically, so make sure your hand is not pressing down
on it.
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To shoot a snapshot
P
Ÿ
Auto recording mode icon
Shutter button
Mode dial
[ON/OFF] (Power)
Remaining Snapshot Memory
Capacity (page 229)
Monitor screen
Front shutter button
Selecting an Auto Recording Mode
You can select one of two auto recording modes (Program Auto or Premium Auto
Pro) according to your digital imaging needs.
Setting
Program
Auto
Premium
Auto Pro
REC Screen
Icon Display
Description
This is the standard Auto recording mode.
With Premium Auto Pro recording, the camera
automatically determines whether you are shooting a
subject or scenery, and other conditions. Premium
Auto Pro recording delivers higher image quality than
Program Auto recording.
• Some of the settings configured automatically by
Premium Auto Pro cannot be changed by you.
• It also requires more power (and runs down the
battery quicker) than Program Auto.
1. Press [ON/OFF] (Power) to turn on the camera.
The camera will enter the REC mode.
• If the camera is in the PLAY mode, press the shutter button.
2. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto) or [Ÿ] (Premium Auto
Pro) to select Auto recording mode.
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To shoot a snapshot
Appears when the
camera detects it is
stationary on a tripod.
w Wide Anglez Telephoto
Zoom controller
If the camera judges that CS shooting is required when shooting with Premium Auto
Pro, it will automatically switch to an HS scene, and “Š” will appear on the monitor
screen. With the HS scene, the camera will shoot a burst of images and combine
them to form the final image. To avoid image blur, make sure that the camera and
subject remain still until all of the images are shot.
Focus frameBack lamp
Half-press
Press part way.
Beep, beep (Image is in focus.)
1. Point the camera at the subject.
If you are shooting with Premium Auto Pro, text will
appear at the bottom of the monitor screen describing the
type of shot the camera has detected.
• You can zoom the image, if you want.
2. Half-press the shutter button to
focus the image.
When focus is complete, the camera
will beep, the back lamp will light
green, and the focus frame will turn
green.
When you half-press the shutter button, the
camera automatically adjusts exposure and
focuses on the subject it is currently pointed
at. Mastering how much pressure is required
for a half-press and a full-press of the shutter
button is an important technique for goodlooking images.
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3. Continuing to keep the camera
Full-press
Snap (Image is recorded.)
Front shutter
button
Press all the
way.
[0] (Movie)
still, press the shutter button the
rest of the way down.
This records the snapshot.
• With the initial factory default
configuration of the camera when
you purchase it, pressing the front
shutter button will shoot a snapshot
(page 116).
Recording a Movie
Press [0] (Movie) to start movie recording. Press
[0] (Movie) again to stop movie recording. See the following
pages for details.
Standard movie (STD movie): page 82
High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 85
High speed movie (HS movie): page 85
. If the image does not focus...
If the focus frame stays red and the back lamp is flashing green, it means that the
image is not in focus (because the subject is too close, etc.). Re-point the camera at
the subject and try to focus again.
. Shooting with Auto
If the subject is not in the center of the frame...
“Focus lock” (page 52) 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.
To track the movement of a moving subject
Half-press the shutter button to follow and focus automatically on a moving subject.
See “OTracking” (page 121) for more information.
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. Shooting with Premium Auto Pro
• Some menu items are not available while Premium Auto Pro is in use (page 113).
Only the menu items whose settings can be configured will be displayed on the
menus while Premium Auto Pro is in use.
• In addition to shutter speed, aperture, and ISO sensitivity, the camera
automatically executes the following operation as required when shooting with
Premium Auto Pro.
– Continuous AF (page 124)
– Face Detection (page 123)
– HS Scene Shooting (page 35)
• Shooting with Premium Auto Pro can cause vibration and noise to occur due to
lens operation. This does not indicate malfunction.
• When Shooting with Premium Auto Pro, the message “Processing Premium Auto.”
may appear on the monitor screen. If you feel the camera is taking too long to
process data, try shooting with standard Auto instead.
• In some cases, Premium Auto Pro may not be able to interpret the shooting
environment correctly. If this happens, shoot with standard Auto.
• If “Š” is displayed, the camera will shoot a series of CS images and merge them
into a final image. If you do not want to shoot CS images, select “Off” for the
Control Panel (page 44) “HS Scene Shooting” item.
• Certain flash settings (page 56) can limit environmental factors detectable by
Premium Auto Pro.
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NOTE
Viewing Snapshots
[p] (PLAY)
[6]
[6]
[4]
[4]
Use the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.
• For information about how to play back movies, see page 138.
• For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page
140.
1. Turn on the camera and press
[p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY
mode.
• This will display one of the snapshots
currently stored in memory.
• Information about the displayed
snapshot also is included (page 15).
• You also can clear the information to
view only the snapshot (page 16).
• You can zoom in on the image by rotating the zoom controller towards z ([)
(page 147). If you are recording a snapshot that is very important to you, it is
recommended that you zoom the image and check its details after recording it.
2. Use [4] and [6] to scroll between images.
• Holding down either button scrolls at high speed.
• Half-pressing the shutter button while in the PLAY mode or while a menu screen is
displayed will switch directly to the REC mode.
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Deleting Snapshots and Movies
If memory becomes full, you can delete snapshots and movies you no longer need in
order to free up storage and record more images.
IMPORTANT!
• Remember that a file (image) delete operation cannot be undone.
• For information about images recorded using continuous shutter (CS), see page
143.
• If you select “Disabled” for the “Delete Key” setting on the “¥SETTING” menu
(page 196), the delete menu will not appear when you press [2] () (Delete).
You can delete files only while “Enabled” is selected for “Delete Key”.
. To delete a single file
1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then
press [2] ().
2. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through the files until the one
you want to delete is displayed.
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete” and then press [SET].
• To delete other files, repeat steps 2 and 3.
• To exit the delete operation, press [MENU].
• If a CS group (page 140), interval shot group (page 140) or bracketing group
(page 141) is displayed when you perform the above procedure, all of the
images in the currently displayed group will be deleted.
. To delete specific files
1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ().
2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete Files” and then press [SET].
• This displays a file selection screen.
3. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to move the selection boundary to the file
you want to delete, and then press [SET].
• This will select the check box in the lower left corner of the selected file’s image
and move the blue boundary to the next image.
• To clear (deselect) a check box, move the blue boundary to the applicable file
and then press [SET].
• You can enlarge the selected image before deleting it by rotating the zoom
controller towards z ([).
4. Repeat step 3 to select other files, if you want. After you are finished
selecting files, press [MENU].
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5. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET].
• This deletes the files you selected.
• To cancel the delete operation, select “No” in step 5 and then press [SET].
. To delete all files
1. Press [p] (PLAY) to enter the PLAY mode and then press [2] ().
2. Use [8] and [2] to select “Delete All Files” and then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET] to delete all files.
This will cause the message “There are no files.” to appear.
Snapshot Shooting Precautions
Operation
• Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can
result in the image you just shot being saved incorrectly, damage to other images
stored in memory, malfunction of the camera, etc.
• If unwanted light is shining onto the lens, shade the lens with your hand when
shooting an image.
Monitor Screen when Shooting Snapshots
• Subject brightness conditions can cause monitor screen response to slow and can
cause digital noise in the monitor screen image.
• The image that appears on the monitor screen is for image composition. The actual
image will be recorded at the quality set for the image quality setting (page 128).
Shooting Indoors under Fluorescent Lighting
• Minute flickering of fluorescent lighting can affect the brightness or color of an
image.
Other Precautions
• The slower the shutter speed, the greater the possibility that noticeable noise will
be generated in an image. Because of this, the camera automatically performs a
noise reduction at slow shutter speeds. The noise reduction process causes it to
take longer to record images at lower shutter speeds. The shutter speeds for which
noise reduction is performed depend on the camera setup and shooting conditions.
• A noise reduction process is performed when ISO sensitivity is set to a high value.
This can cause the camera to take relatively longer to be ready to shoot again after
you press the shutter button. Do not perform any key operation while the image
recording operation is in progress.
• Due to the characteristics of the imaging element used by the camera, very fast
moving objects in an image may appear distorted.
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. Auto Focus Restrictions
• Any of the following can make proper focus impossible.
– Solid color wall or other very low contrast subject
– Strongly back lit subject
– Very shiny subject
– Blinds or other subject with a repeating horizontal pattern
– Multiple subjects at varying distances from the camera
– Subject in a dark location
– Subject that is too far away for light from the AF assist light to reach
– Camera movement while shooting
– Fast-moving subject
– Subjects outside the focus range of the camera
• If you cannot focus properly with Program Auto, try using focus lock (page 52) or
Manual Focus (page 49).
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Mode dial
bCM
F
Selecting the Recording Mode
Your camera has a variety of different recording
modes. Before recording an image, rotate the mode
dial to select the recording mode that suits the type
of image you are trying to record.
PProgram Auto
Standard Auto recording mode. This is the mode you normally should use
(page 34).
Ÿ Premium Auto Pro
With Premium Auto Pro recording, the camera automatically determines
whether you are shooting a subject or scenery, and other conditions. Premium
Auto Pro recording delivers higher image quality than standard Auto recording
(page 34).
BEST SHOT
Simply select one of a collection of built-in sample scenes and the camera sets
up automatically for beautiful images every time (page 93).
Art Shot
A variety of artistic effects help to make even common, ordinary subjects
become more novel and exciting (page 77).
Intelligent Bracketing
You can use this function to shoot a series of images, slightly changing the
camera setup with each shot (page 64).
Time Lapse / Interval Shot
You can use this function to record a movie that speeds up a sequence of
changes in natural phenomena or the flow of traffic in a city scene (page 89), or
to record a series of snapshots over time (page 65).
C Custom Shot
Custom Shot lets you register up to 12 different setups for instant recall
whenever you need them (page 80).
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M M (Manual Exposure) mode
This mode gives you total control over aperture and shutter speed settings.
Press [SET] to open the Control Panel.
Use [8] and [2] to select (Aperture), and then press [SET].
Use [8] and [2] to change the aperture setting, and then press [4].
Use [8] and [2] to select (Shutter Speed), and then press [SET].
Use [8] and [2] to change the shutter speed setting, and then press [SET].
S S (Shutter Speed AE) mode
In this mode, you select the shutter speed and other settings are adjusted
accordingly.
Press [SET] to open the Control Panel.
Use [8] and [2] to select (Shutter Speed), and then press [SET].
Use [8] and [2] to change the shutter speed setting, and then press [SET].
• You also can select the Exposure setting located under the shutter speed
setting and then specify an exposure value (Exposure), if you want.
A A (Aperture AE) mode
In this mode, you select the aperture and other settings are adjusted
accordingly.
Press [SET] to open the Control Panel.
Use [8] and [2] to select (Aperture), and then press [SET].
Use [8] and [2] to change the aperture setting, and then press [SET].
• You also can select the Exposure setting located under the aperture setting
and then specify an exposure value (Exposure), if you want.
IMPORTANT!
• The flash > (Auto Flash) and ¥ (Red Eye Reduction) flash modes are not
supported while A, S, or M is selected for the recording mode. If you want the flash
to fire, select < (Flash On) as the flash mode.
• The displayed ISO sensitivity, shutter speed or aperture value will turn red when
you half-press the shutter button if the image is overexposed or underexposed.
• Selecting S or M for the recording mode and using a slow shutter speed will cause
the monitor screen to go blank during the period from when the shutter button is
pressed until image recording is complete. Camera operations are disabled during
this time. Wait until the back lamp goes out and an image appears on the monitor
screen again.
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NOTE
Using the Control Panel
1
5
3
4
7
8
2
6
Control Panel
The Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.
1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
• You can also display the Control Panel by pressing [2].
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting item you want to change, and
then press [SET] or [6].
This will select one of the Control Panel icons and display its settings.*
Self-timer (page 46)
White balance (page 47)
Focus (page 49)
ISO sensitivity (page 53)
Make-up (page 54)
Exposure (page 55)
Flash (page 56)
Metering (page 58)
* Items displayed in the Control Panel depend on the recording mode.
3. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting.
4. After the setting is the way you want, press
[SET].
This will apply the setting and return to the REC
mode.
• You also can use on-screen menus to configure settings other than those listed
above (page 113).
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NOTE
Configuring Camera Settings with the Function Ring
Function ring
[RING]
Control Panel and menu item functions can be assigned to the function ring. After
that, camera settings can be easily configured by rotating the function ring.
Functions that can be assigned to the function ring depend on the recording mode.
. To assign functions to the function ring
1. In the REC mode, press [RING].
2. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the
function you want to assign, and then press
[SET].
• You can also use the function ring to select
functions.
. To use functions assigned to the function ring
1. Rotate the function ring to change the setting.
2. Press the shutter button to shoot.
• Assigning “Step Zoom” to the function ring makes it possible to adjust optical zoom
with the function ring (page 60).
• You cannot assign “MF” (Manual Focus) to the function ring while “On” is selected
for face detection.
• The function assigned to the function ring is fixed in certain modes.
Motion Shutter Mode: The function ring adjusts the Motion Position (page 76).
• Depending on the recording mode, some of the functions cannot be assigned.
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Using the Self-timer (Self-timer)
„
‚”•
Front lamp
With the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is released
and the image is shot after a fixed amount of time.
1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Self-timer) Control Panel option, and
then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
Setting
10 sec10-second Self-timer
2 sec
×3
(Triple Selftimer)
REC Screen
Icon Display
Description
2-second Self-timer
• When shooting under conditions that slow
down the shutter speed, you can use this
setting to prevent image blur due to camera
movement.
Shoots three images: one image 10 seconds
after the shutter button is pressed, and the next
two images as soon as the camera is ready
after shooting the previous image. How long it
takes for the camera to get ready to shoot
depends on the image size and quality settings,
whether or not a memory card is loaded in the
camera, and the flash charge condition.
OffNoneTurns off the Self-timer.
• The front lamp flashes while the Self-timer countdown is
in progress.
• You can interrupt an ongoing Self-timer countdown by
pressing [SET].
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NOTE
• The Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features.
High Speed CS with Prerecord CS, Prerecord (Movie), Slide Panorama,
Wide Shot, Triple Shot
• The Triple Self-timer cannot be used together with the following features.
Movie, Time Lapse, High Speed CS, some BEST SHOT scenes, Intelligent
Bracketing, Interval Shot
• The Motion Shutter Mode (page 74) can be used only while the Control Panel’s
self-timer setting is “Off”. For any other self-timer setting, the applicable self-timer
operation is performed.
Adjusting White Balance (White Balance)
You can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where you are
shooting and avoid the blue cast that results when shooting outdoors when it is
cloudy, and the green cast that results when shooting under fluorescent lighting.
1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (White Balance) Control Panel option,
and then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the shooting condition you want and then
press [SET].
• You can also perform this operation using the function ring.
Setting
Auto WBNone
REC Screen
Icon Display
Description
Configures the camera to adjust white balance
automatically.
DaylightFor shooting outdoors on a clear day
Overcast
Shade
Day White
Fluor
Daylight
Fluor
For shooting outdoors on an overcast rainy day,
in the shade, etc.
For shooting on a clear day in the shade of trees
or buildings
For shooting under white or day white
fluorescent lighting
For shooting under daylight fluorescent lighting
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Setting
Blank white paper
TungstenFor shooting under light bulb lighting
Manual
WB
• When “‡Auto WB” is selected for the white balance setting, the camera
automatically determines the white point of the subject. Certain subject colors
and light source conditions can cause problems when the camera tries to
determine the white point, which makes proper white balance adjustment
impossible. If this happens, select the white balance setting that matches your
shooting conditions (Daylight, Overcast, etc.).
REC Screen
Icon Display
Description
For configuring the camera manually to suit a
particular light source
Select “Manual WB”.
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.
Press [SET].
The white balance setting is retained even if you
turn off the camera.
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Selecting a Focus Mode (Focus)
• Auto Focus is the only focus mode available while Make-up (page 54) or Face
Detection (page 123) is enabled. To select another focus mode, first turn off Makeup and Face Detection.
1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Focus) Control Panel option, and
then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
Settings
Q
AF
(Auto
Focus)
´
Macro
Á
Super
Macro
W
MF
(Manual
Focus)
REC Screen
Icon Display
None
Type of Shot
General
recording
Close ups
Close ups
When you
want to focus
manually
Focus ModeApproximate Focus Range
SnapshotMoviesSnapshotMovies
10 cm to 9 (infinity)
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
3
*
(3.9" to 9)
(Wide Angle)
5 cm to 50 cm
(2" to 19.7")
(Fourth step zoom from
the Widest Angle
setting)
5 cm to 50 cm
(2" to 19.7")
10 cm to 9 (infinity)
(3.9" to 9)
(Wide Angle)
2
*
2
*
2
*
1
*
The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.
*1
*2 The focus range depends on the current optical zoom position.
*3 During High Speed Movie recording, focus is fixed at the position where it was
when recording started. To focus an image, half-press the shutter button for Auto
Focus or focus manually before you press [0] (Movie) to start recording.
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Super Macro
NOTE
NOTE
Yellow boundary
Super Macro fixes optical zoom at a position that allows you to shoot from the closest
distance to the subject. The result is closer and larger subject images.
• Zoom is fixed while Super Macro is selected, so no zoom operation is performed
when you rotate the zoom controller.
To focus with manual focus
1. On the monitor screen, compose the image so
the subject you want to focus on is within the
yellow boundary.
2. Watching the image on the monitor screen use
[4] (nearer) and [6] (further) to adjust focus.
• At this time the image that is within the boundary
will enlarge and fill the monitor screen, which aids
in focusing. While an image is enlarged, you can
use [2] (6X) and [8] (9X) to change its zoom
factor.
• When the function ring (page 45) is set to “MF” (Manual Focus), you can use
the function ring for focusing.
3. After the focus is the way you want, press [SET].
• An Auto Macro feature detects how far the subject is from the lens and
automatically selects either Macro Focus or Auto Focus accordingly.
• Use of the flash together with Macro Focus can cause the light of the flash to
become blocked, which may result in unwanted lens shadows in your image.
• In the case of movie recording, Auto Macro operates before you start recording.
After recording is started, however, focus is fixed.
• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while shooting with Auto Focus,
Macro Focus, or Manual Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen to tell
you the focus range, as shown below. Note that the focus range is displayed
including the Auto Macro range only when shooting with Auto Focus.
Example: oo
* oo is the actual focusing range value.
• Functions assigned to the [4] and [6] keys with the Key Customize “L/R Key”
setting (page 117) are disabled while Manual Focus is selected as the focus mode.
* cm - 9
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Shifting the Focus Frame Position during Manual Focus
NOTE
You can use the procedure below to shift the focus frame position while “MF” (Manual
Focus) is selected as the focus mode.
1. While in record standby, press [8] or [2].
2. Use [8], [2], [4] and [6] to shift the focus
frame position and then press [SET].
• In the MF (Manual Focus) mode, you can use [8] or
[2] to move the focus frame position and [4] or [6] to adjust focus.
Functions assigned to [8], [2], [4], and [6] by the Key Customize “U/D Key” and
“L/R Key” settings (page 117) are not used.
• While the focus mode is MF, [8] (DISP) and [2] () perform the functions
described above, and do not perform their normal functions (monitor screen
content selection and flash setting selection).
• With some Art Shot scenes and some Time Lapse scenes, the focus frame position
is fixed in the center and cannot be shifted.
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Using Focus Lock
NOTE
Subject to be focused on
Focus frame
“Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to
compose an image in which the subject you want to focus
on is not within the focus frame in the center of the
screen.
• To use focus lock, select “U Spot” or “O Tracking”
for the Auto Focus area (page 121).
1. Align the monitor screen’s focus frame with
the subject you want to focus on and then halfpress the shutter button.
2. Keeping the shutter button half-pressed
(which maintains the focus setting), move the
camera to compose the image.
• When “O Tracking” is selected as the Auto Focus
area, the focus frame will move automatically and
follow the subject.
3. When you are ready to shoot the image, press the shutter button the
rest of the way down.
• Focus lock also locks exposure (AE).
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NOTE
Specifying ISO Sensitivity (ISO)
ISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light.
1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (ISO) Control Panel option, and then
press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
Setting
AutoNone
ISO80Lower
ISO100
ISO200
ISO400
ISO800
ISO1600
ISO3200
ISO6400
ISO12800
REC Screen
Icon Display
Description
Adjusts sensitivity automatically according to
conditions.
sensitivity
Higher
sensitivity
Slow shutter speed
Fast shutter speed
(Set for shooting in
dimly lit areas.)
Less noise
Some coarseness
(increased digital
noise)
• Correction for subject movement (page 125) is performed only while “Auto” is
selected for this setting.
• Since higher ISO sensitivity values tend to result in digital noise in images, the
camera performs a noise filtering process. Because of this, it may take relatively
longer for the camera to finish recording an image after it is shot. You will not be
able to perform any key operation while image recording is in progress.
• In the M (Manual Exposure) mode, “Auto” cannot be selected.
• ISO 6400 and ISO 12800 settings cannot be selected while “HDR” or “HDR Art”
scene is selected.
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NOTE
Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up)
Make-up enables adjustment of human skin tone hues and texture, and softening of
facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. Make-up can be
used with the recording modes listed below.
• Program Auto
• Premium Auto Pro
• Some BEST SHOT scenes
1. In the REC Mode, press [SET].
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Make-up Settings) Control Panel
option, and then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Skin Tone” or “Smooth Skin”, and then use
[4] and [6] to change the setting value.
Skin Tone“Tan +6” to “0 (Off)” to “Light +6”
Smooth Skin“0 (Off)” to “+12 (Max.)”
4. Press [SET].
5. Shoot the image.
• The settings below become configured automatically whenever the “Skin Tone” or
“Smooth Skin” level setting is something other than “0 (Off)”.
– Face Detection: On
– Focus Mode: AF (Auto Focus)
• Make-up cannot be used while shooting with the following feature.
Some BEST SHOT scenes, Art Shot, Multi SR Zoom, Time Lapse,
Interval Shot, Intelligent Bracketing, RAW+JPEG (Image Size)
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Correcting Image Brightness (Exposure)
You can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.
• Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV
• Unit: 1/3EV
1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Exposure) Control Panel option, and
then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to adjust the exposure compensation value.
• You can also perform this operation using the function ring.
[8], clockwise:
Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is
best for light-colored subjects and backlit
subjects.
[2], counterclockwise:
Decreases the EV value. A lower EV value is
best for dark-color subjects and for shooting
outdoors on a clear day.
To cancel exposure compensation, change the EV value to “0.0”.
Exposure compensation value
4. Press [SET].
This applies the exposure compensation value. The exposure compensation
value you set remains in effect until you change it or turn off the camera (which
causes it to revert to “0.0”).
• When shooting under very dark or very bright conditions, you may not be able to
obtain satisfactory results even after performing exposure compensation.
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Using Flash (Flash)
[2] ()
Flash
When flash is required, the flash unit will pop up automatically when you half-press
the shutter button.
1. In the REC mode, press [2] ()
once.
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the
flash setting you want and then
press [SET].
Setting
Auto FlashNone
Flash OffFlash does not fire.
Flash On
Red Eye
Reduction
REC Screen
Icon Display
Description
Flash fires automatically in accordance with
exposure (amount of light and brightness)
conditions.
Flash always fires. This setting can be used to
brighten a subject that normally comes out dark
due to daylight or backlight (daylight synchro
flash).
Flash fires automatically. This type of flash can
be used to reduce the chance of redness in the
subject’s eyes.
3. Half-press the shutter button.
The flash unit will pop up automatically when flash is required.
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4. Press the shutter button to shoot all the way down.
NOTE
Back lamp
Flashes amber while the flash is charging to
indicate that image recording is disabled.
• You will not be able to take another flash
snapshot until the lamp stops flashing amber,
which indicates that charging is complete.
< indicates the flash will fire.
• For information about Flash Range, see page 233.
IMPORTANT!
• When not using flash, press down on the flash unit until it
locks into place with a click.
• The flash unit pops up automatically, so make sure your
hand is not pressing down on it. Also, take care there is
no pressure applied to flash unit while it is popped up.
• Foreign matter on the flash window can react with the light
of the flash, producing some smoke and abnormal odor.
Though this does not indicate malfunction, oil from your fingers and other foreign
matter when left on the flash window can become difficult to clean off later.
Because of this, you should make it a regular habit to wipe the window clean
regularly with a soft, dry cloth.
• Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash.
• The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is too far away or too
close.
• Flash charging time (page 233) depends on operating conditions (battery
condition, ambient temperature, etc.).
• Shooting with flash turned off when lighting is dim results in a slow shutter speed,
which can cause image blur due to camera movement. Under such conditions,
secure the camera with a tripod, etc.
• With red eye reduction, the flash is fired automatically in accordance with
exposure. It does not fire in areas where lighting is bright.
• The presence of outdoor sunlight, fluorescent lighting, or some other light source
can cause abnormal image colors.
• Select ? (Flash Off) for the flash setting when shooting in areas where flash
photography is prohibited.
• The flash > (Auto Flash) and ¥ (Red Eye Reduction) flash modes are not
supported while A, S, or M is selected for the recording mode. If you want the flash
to fire, select < (Flash On) as the flash mode.
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Red-eye Reduction
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.
Note the following important points when using red-eye reduction.
• Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people in the image are looking
directly at the camera (flash).
• Red-eye reduction may not work very well if the subjects are located far away from
the camera.
Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering)
The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure.
1. In the REC mode, press [SET].
2. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Metering) Control Panel option, and
then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
Setting
MultiNone
Center
Weighted
Spot
REC Screen
Icon Display
Description
Multi-pattern metering divides the image into
sections and measures the light in each section for
a balanced exposure reading. This type of
metering provides error-free exposure settings for
a wide range of shooting conditions.
Center weighted metering concentrates on the
center of the focus area to measure light. This type
of metering is best when you want some level of
control over contrast.
Spot metering takes readings at a very small area.
Use this metering method when you want
exposure to be set according to the brightness of a
particular subject, without being affected by
surrounding conditions.
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Shooting with Zoom
w Wide Anglez Telephoto
Zoom controller
Your camera is equipped with various types of zoom: optical zoom, HD Zoom, Single
SR Zoom, Multi SR Zoom, and digital zoom. The maximum zoom factor depends on
the image size setting and the digital zoom on/off settings.
Optical zoom
HD Zoom
Single SR Zoom
Multi SR Zoom
Digital zoom
Zooming is performed by changing the lens focal distance, so
there is no deterioration of image quality.
Allows greater zoom capabilities by cutting out a portion of the
original image and enlarging it, without deterioration of image
quality.
Applies super resolution technology to suppress image
deterioration (page 63).
Shoots a burst of high-speed images, which are then combined
into a final image in a way that lessens deterioration of image
quality. Multi SR Zoom is enabled only when the “Multi SR
Zoom” BEST SHOT scene is selected (page 64).
A digital process is used to enlarge the center of the image, so
there is deterioration of image quality.
1. In the REC mode, rotate the zoom controller to zoom.
w (Wide Angle): Reduces the size of the subject and broadens the range.
z (Telephoto) : Enlarges the subject and narrows the range.
2. Press the shutter button to shoot.
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NOTE
• Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against image blur due to camera
Current focal distance
movement when shooting with telephoto.
• Zoom operations are supported during movie recording. Zoom operations are
disabled during high speed movie recording. To use zoom, perform the zoom
operation before you press [0] (Movie) to start recording.
• Zoom operations are not supported while shooting with the following feature. The
zoom setting is fixed at full wide angle.
Slide Panorama, Wide Shot
• Optical zoom is fixed while shooting with the following feature. However, use of
digital zoom is supported.
All-In-Focus Macro (Optical zoom fixed at full wide angle.)
Magnifying Glass (Optical zoom fixed at the closest macro position.)
• Only optical zoom is enabled while shooting with the “RAW+JPEG” image size.
. Zooming with the Function Ring (Step Zoom)
Assigning the Step Zoom function to the function ring lets you perform zoom
operations (within the optical zoom range only) with the function ring (page 45). Step
Zoom can be adjusted to the focal distances shown below.
28, 35, 50, 75, 100, 135, 200, 300
(Unit: mm; 35 mm film equivalents)
For finer zoom adjustment, use the zoom controller.
• The focal distance will be indicated on the monitor
screen while Step Zoom is being adjusted with the
function ring.
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Monitor Screen Information when Zooming
Focusing Range
(Displayed for Auto Focus,
Macro Focus, and Manual
Focus.)
Focal distance
(Converted to 35 mm film
format.)
Image quality limit
(Deterioration starts from
here.)
Zoom bar
Zoom mode
A variety of information is shown on the monitor screen while a zoom operation is in
progress.
. Zoom Mode Icons
The table below shows what appears on the monitor screen based on the zoom
mode.
Zoom modeREC Screen Icon Display
Optical zoomNone
HD ZoomNone
Single SR Zoom¨ (White)
Multi SR Zoom¸ (Black)
Digital zoomê
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. Interpreting the Zoom Bar
Range where image deterioration is
suppressed.
Wide AngleTelephoto
Zoom pointer
(Indicates current zoom.)
Point from which image deteriorates
• The location of this point depends on the image size, the “Zoom (SR)”
setting, and whether Multi SR Zoom is enabled.
Optical zoom limit point
Deteriorated image range
During a zoom operation, a zoom bar appears on the monitor screen to show the
current zoom setting.
. Zoom Factor
The digital zoom factor depends on the image size (page 126), the super resolution
zoom setting, and on whether or not “Multi SR Zoom” is selected (page 64).
• Multi SR Zoom is enabled only when the “Multi SR Zoom” BEST SHOT scene is
selected.
• Only optical zoom is enabled while shooting with the “RAW+JPEG” image size.
Maximum zoom factor where image
Image size
RAW+
JPEG
Optical
zoom
10.7X–––
deterioration can be suppressed
Zoom (SR): Off
(HD Zoom)
Multi SR Zoom
Zoom (SR): Single
12M10.7X10.7X21.4X42.8X
3:210.7X10.7X21.4X42.8X
16:910.7X10.7X21.4X42.8X
8M10.7X13.2X26.2X52.4X
3M10.7X20.9X41.7X83.5X
Total maximum
zoom factor
(In combination
with digital zoom)
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NOTE
Zooming with Super Resolution (Zoom (SR))
There are two types of Super Resolution Zoom: Single SR Zoom and Multi SR Zoom.
Single SR Zoom uses super resolution to expand the zoom range in which image
quality deterioration is minimized. Multi SR Zoom shoots a series of High Speed CS
images, which are then combined into an image that enables shooting at higher zoom
ratios without loss of image quality. For information about the effective zoom factor
ranges in which Super Resolution Zoom is effective, see page 62.
The procedure below shows how to configure Single SR Zoom settings. For
information about Multi SR Zoom, see page 64.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
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REC MENU” tab, and then
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Zoom (SR)” and then press [SET].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Single” and then press [SET].
• Single SR Zoom is effective when you want to capture delicate textures.
• Single SR Zoom does not work during movie recording.
• Single SR Zoom is disabled when shooting with the following functions.
Triple Self-timer, Art Shot, Multi SR Zoom, Time Lapse, Interval Shot,
High Speed CS, AF CS, Intelligent Bracketing, some BEST SHOT scenes
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NOTE
Expanding the Zoom Range to Shoot Clearer Snapshots
(Multi SR Zoom)
This feature uses super resolution technology and multiple Continuous Shutter (CS)
images to expand the zoom range for overall images of higher quality and clarity.
1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Multi SR Zoom” (page 93).
2. Press the shutter button to shoot.
• Multi SR Zoom is effective when you want to capture delicate textures.
• The following functions are disabled when shooting with Multi SR Zoom.
Single SR Zoom, Triple Self-timer, Sharpness, Contrast, Remote Capture, High
Speed CS, AF CS, Motion Shutter, Make-up
• With Multi SR Zoom, the flash setting automatically becomes ? (Flash Off).
• Shooting with this function automatically sets Anti-shake Functions to “Standard”
(page 125), but large movement of the camera or subject make it impossible to
achieve the desired shot.
• Depending on shooting conditions and image composition, Multi SR Zoom may not
be able to produce the desired result.
• When shooting with this feature, “ISO 12800” cannot be selected for “ISO” (page
53).
Shooting with Bracketing (Intelligent Bracketing)
Use the procedure below to shoot a series of images, slightly changing the camera
setup with each shot. You can allow the camera to change its setup automatically,
and then select any one of the images.
1. Align the mode dial with [M] (Intelligent Bracketing).
2. Press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “” and then press [SET].
4. Select the bracketing scene you want to use and then press [SET].
• Bracketing scenes 1 through 4 use fixed shooting setups. Advance to step 8.
• Bracketing scenes 5 through 20 use adjustable shooting setups. Advance to
step 5.
5. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the (Bracketing Settings)
Control Panel option, and then press [SET].
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6. Adjust the shooting setup as you like.
NOTE
Horizontal axis
Vertical axis
Settings
[4] and [6] keys, or
function ring
[8] and [2] keys, or
control dial
• With scenes 5 through 13, you can adjust the
horizontal axis setting only. With scenes 14
through 20, you can adjust the horizontal and
vertical axes bracket settings.
• To cancel settings and return to record standby,
press [MENU].
Adjusts the horizontal axis
bracket setting.
Adjusts the vertical axis
bracket setting.
7. To apply your settings and exit shooting setup
adjustment, press [SET].
The settings you configured appear on the left side of
the monitor screen.
8. Press the shutter button to shoot.
• The following functions cannot be used with this function.
Zoom (SR), Make-up, Flash, Triple Self-timer, Motion Shutter, Remote Capture,
High Speed CS, AF CS, movie recording
• When shooting with this function, the snapshot image quality automatically
changes to “Normal”.
Shooting Multiple Images Over a Specified Period
(Interval Shot)
You can use the procedure below to record a series of images over a specified period
(Interval Shot). This function is useful when recording the movement of stars, a
blooming flower, etc.
• When using this function, shooting with a tripod is recommended.
• To prevent loss of power while shooting, use a fully charged battery.
• Make sure the memory card you are using has sufficient unused space before
using this function.
• Focus is fixed at what they are when shooting is started.
• Depending on the Interval Shot mode scene you are using, brightness and white
balance settings may be fixed at what they are when shooting starts.
1. Align the mode dial with [F] (Time Lapse).
2. Press [SET].
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3. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Time Lapse) Control Panel option
Scene
Interval
Number of shots
Remaining
shooting time
and then press [SET].
4. Select the scene you want to use and then press [SET].
• Select “Interval Shot” or “Interval : Starry sky”.
5. Press [SET], select (Time Lapse Settings), and then press [SET].
6. Use [8] and [2] to select the setting you want to configure, press [6],
and then use [8] and [2] to change the setting.
IntervalSpecifies the shooting interval.
ShotsSpecifies the number of shots.
7. Press [SET].
• The current Interval Shot settings are shown at the
bottom of the monitor screen.
8. Press the shutter button to start recording.
• The specified number of images is recorded at the
interval you specify in step 6. To interrupt an
ongoing time lapse operation, press the shutter
button.
• Selecting the “Interval : Starry sky” scene causes
the focus mode to become “MF” (Manual Focus)
(page 49). It is recommended that you point the
camera at a bright star and adjust focus as required
(page 50).
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NOTE
• The monitor screen is blank while a time lapse operation is in progress. The
camera’s back lamp will be lit to indicate that recording is in progress. Performing a
camera operation while the monitor screen is blank will cause screen contents to
appear. Note, however, that changing the mode dial setting will cause the Interval
Shot operation to stop.
• If the “Interval” setting is one minute or greater, the camera’s lens will retract
and the back lamp will go out between shots. Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power) while an
Interval Shot operation is in progress will cause a message to appear.
The camera’s battery can be charged over a USB connection while the lens is
retracted during Interval Shot. If you want the battery to be charged during Interval
Shot, set up the USB connection before starting the recording operation.
Connecting the USB cable while the lens is extended will cause camera power to
turn off.
• The “Auto Flash” and “Red Eye Reduction” flash settings are not supported while a
setting other than “Auto” is selected for the “Aperture” or “Shutter Speed” setting
while using Interval Shot. Selecting Interval Shot while an unsupported flash setting
is in effect will cause the flash mode setting to change automatically to “Flash Off”.
• The functions below cannot be used with this function.
Remote Capture, CS, Motion Shutter, Anti-shake Functions, Zoom (SR),
Continuous AF, EX Finder, Type 4 Review setting, Digital Zoom
• Pressing the shutter button while the camera is standing by between Interval Shot
shots will cancel the Interval Shot operation and display the message “Interval
recording was canceled.”
• The Auto Power Off is disabled while shooting with this function (page 195).
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Shooting a Burst of Images (CS)
Maximum CS shots
CS speed
Shooting with High Speed CS
With High Speed CS, recording continues as long as you
keep the shutter button depressed.
The table below shows the settings that can be specified
for the CS speed and the number of images per High
Speed CS operation.
CS Speed
(High Speed CS
fps)
Maximum CS
Shots
3 fps, 5 fps, 10 fps, 15 fps, 30 fps
fps = frames per second
5, 10, 20, 30
1. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto).
2. Press [MENU].
3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
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REC MENU” tab, and then
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “CS”, and then press [SET].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select “High Speed CS” and then press [SET].
This will cause the recording mode icon on the screen to become Ú.
6. Press [SET].
7. Use [8] and [2] to select the (High Speed CS fps) Control Panel
option and then press [SET].
8. Use [8] and [2] to select the continuous shutter (CS) speed you want
and then press [4].
• Use a higher “High Speed CS fps” setting when shooting a fast-moving subject.
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9. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Maximum CS Shots) Control Panel
option and then press [SET].
10.
Use [8] and [2] to select the maximum number of shots and then
press [SET].
11.
Press the shutter button the rest of the way and hold it down.
Shooting of images will continue as long as you depress the shutter button or until
the maximum number of images specified by “High Speed CS fps” is reached.
Using High Speed CS (60 fps)
High Speed CS lets you shoot a burst of up to 60 images at a speed of up to 60
frames per second (fps). Images shot with this function are 8M in size, and have an
aspect ratio to 16:9. Aperture and shutter speed settings can be configured manually.
1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “60 fps High Speed CS” (page 93).
2. Press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the (High Speed CS fps) Control Panel
option and then press [SET].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select the continuous shutter (CS) speed you want
and then press [4].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Maximum CS Shots) Control Panel
option and then press [SET].
6. Use [8] and [2] to select the maximum number of shots and then
press [6].
7. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Pre-record CS Shots) Control Panel
option and then press [SET].
8. Use [8] and [2] to select the number of Prerecord (Still) images and
then press [SET].
If you select “0 shots”, no pre-record images will be stored when you half-press
the shutter button.
9. Half-press the shutter button.
A pre-record buffer is continually updated with images as long as the shutter
button is pressed.
• The camera will not emit shutter sounds as it pre-records images.
• Releasing the half-pressed shutter button will cause the contents of the prerecord buffer to be deleted.
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10.
NOTE
Press the shutter button the rest of the way and hold it down.
Full pressing the shutter button will record the images in the pre-record buffer
followed by real-time recorded images. Shooting of images will continue as long
as you depress the shutter or until the maximum number of images specified by
“Maximum CS Shots” is reached.
• After shooting, you will not be able to shoot again until the camera finishes
processing of the images.
• The settings below can be configured while shooting with this function.
Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/60 to 1/20000 seconds
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO80 to ISO12800
(The actual available setting range depends on the shutter speed and aperture.)
High Speed CS fps: 15 to 60
Maximum CS Shots: 10 to 60
Pre-record CS Shots: 0 to 55
• Images shot with this function are 16:9 (3840
x
2160) in size. Snapshot image
quality is “Normal”.
• The functions below cannot be used with this function.
Single SR Zoom, Make-up, Remote Capture, EX Finder, Review, Front Shutter “AF
less” and “CS”, Motion Shutter, movie recording, Flash, Timestamp
• You cannot use Triple Self-timer with this function. However, when the “Pre-record
CS Shots” setting is something other than 0, Self-timer also cannot be used.
• The current High Speed CS fps, Maximum CS Shots, and Pre-record CS Shots
settings are retained when the camera is turned off.
• Selecting a different BEST SHOT scene or turning off the camera causes the
following settings to be reset to their initial defaults: ISO sensitivity, aperture,
shutter speed.
• The CS Multi Print PLAY mode function cannot be used with group files recorded
with this function.
• Custom Shot setup registration is not supported for images shot with this function.
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Shooting with Prerecord CS
Shutter button
half-press
Recorded images (up to 30 images)
Pre-recorded images
Shutter button
full-press
Shutter button
release
Continuous recording of images until shutter
button released
Half-pressing and holding the shutter button causes a pre-record buffer to be
continually updated with images. When the shutter button is fully pressed, buffer
contents are recorded along with a series of real-time images. Use Prerecord CS
when you want to make sure you do not miss fast-moving action.
1. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto).
2. Press [MENU].
3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
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REC MENU” tab, and then
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “CS”, and then press [SET].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select “High Speed CS” and then press [SET].
This will cause the recording mode icon on the screen to become Ú.
6. Press [SET].
7. Use [8] and [2] to select the (High Speed CS fps) Control Panel
option and then press [SET].
8. Use [8] and [2] to select the continuous shutter (CS) speed you want
and then press [4].
• Use a higher “High Speed CS fps” setting when shooting a fast-moving subject.
9. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Maximum CS Shots) Control Panel
option and then press [SET].
10.
Use [8] and [2] to select the maximum number of shots and then
press [4].
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11.
NOTE
Use [8] and [2] to select the (Pre-record CS Shots) Control Panel
option and then press [SET].
12.
Use [8] and [2] to select the number of Prerecord (Still) images and
then press [SET].
• If you select “0 shots”, no pre-record images will be stored when you half-press
the shutter button.
13.
Half-press and hold the shutter button to start pre-recording.
A pre-record buffer is continually updated with images as long as the shutter
button is pressed.
• The camera will not emit shutter sounds as it pre-records images.
• Releasing the half-pressed shutter button will cause the contents of the prerecord buffer to be deleted.
14.
Full press and hold down the shutter button.
This will record the images in the pre-record buffer followed by real-time recorded
images. Shooting of images will continue as long as you depress the shutter or
until the maximum number of images specified by “High Speed CS fps” is
reached.
• You can use any one of the following recording modes to shoot with
High Speed CS:
A (Aperture AE) mode, S (Shutter Speed AE) mode, M (Manual Exposure) mode.
• The greater the number of shots, the longer it takes to save them after shooting is
complete.
• When using a continuous shutter mode, keep the camera still until shooting is
finished.
• Zoom is disabled during continuous shutter operations.
• When shooting with this function, the snapshot image quality automatically
changes to “Normal”.
• When shooting with this function, exposure and focus for the first image are applied
for successive images as well.
• When shooting with this function, the flash setting automatically becomes
? (Flash Off).
• The following image sizes cannot be selected while shooting with this function:
RAW+JPEG, 3:2, 16:9. Entering the High Speed CS mode while any one of these
image sizes is selected will cause the image size setting to change to “12M”
automatically.
• The following functions cannot be used when shooting with this function.
Motion Shutter, Triple Self-timer, Zoom (SR)
• During CS recording some setting items are dimmed on the display and cannot be
selected.
• The Self-timer cannot be used in the Prerecord CS mode.
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• If you assign “CS” to the Key Customize (page 117) “U/D Key” setting, you can
NOTE
change the CS mode by pressing the [8] or [2] key. If you assign “CS” to the “L/R
Key” setting, you can change the CS mode by pressing the [4] or [6] key.
Using Continuous Shutter with Auto Focus (AF CS)
AF CS shoots up to 30 CS images while keeping the subject in focus. This feature
comes in handy when shooting children and other fast-moving subjects. The CS
speed is automatically adjusted in accordance with shooting conditions within the
range of three to six frames per second.
1. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto).
2. Press [MENU].
3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
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REC MENU” tab, and then
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “CS”, and then press [SET].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select “AF CS” and then press [SET].
This will cause the recording mode icon on the screen to become Ù.
6. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down.
Hold down the shutter button to shoot up to 30 images at high speed.
• You can use any one of the following recording modes to shoot with AF CS:
A (Aperture AE) mode, S (Shutter Speed AE) mode, M (Manual Exposure) mode.
• Zoom is disabled during continuous shutter operations.
• The following image sizes cannot be selected while shooting with Auto Focus CS:
RAW+JPEG, 3:2, 16:9. If select AF CS while either of these image sizes is
selected, the camera will automatically switch the images size setting to 12M.
• The following camera features cannot be used while shooting with Auto Focus CS:
Motion Shutter, Triple Self-timer, Single SR Zoom.
• The settings in the table below are fixed while shooting with AF CS.
Image QualityNormal
FlashFlash Off
Focus ModeAF
AF AreaSpot
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NOTE
Triggering a Self-timer Operation with Motion (Motion Shutter)
With this feature, the camera automatically triggers a
self-timer countdown whenever it detects movement in
the vicinity of an icon on the monitor screen. This means
you can control operation of the self-timer from a
distance by waving your hand, so you can include
yourself in the image being shot.
1. Select one of the following as the recording
mode: Program Auto, Premium Auto Pro, or
HS Best Selection or Make-up (BEST SHOT scene).
• Movie shooting is disabled while the HS Best Selection BEST SHOT scene is
being used.
• Under initial factory default settings, the camera will automatically enter the
Motion Shutter Mode whenever the monitor screen is tilted upwards
180 degrees.
3. Rotate the function ring to reposition the self-timer start icon “” to
the location in the image where you want movement to be detected.
• If you also want to reposition the preview icon “”, press [RING] and then
rotate the function ring.
4. After the icons are in the positions you want, press [SET].
5. Press the shutter button (if you want to shoot a snapshot) or
[0] (Movie) (if you want to shoot a movie).
The start self-timer icon will change to “” to indicate that the camera is in
standby for shooting.
6. Facing the camera, move your hand or perform some other movement
in the vicinity of the (start self-timer) icon on the monitor screen.
When the camera detects movement near the icon, it will automatically shoot an
image.
• To stop movie recording, press [0] (Movie) again.
• In the case of snapshot shooting, the camera will return to standby after an image
is shot. The camera will automatically exit standby after 30 snapshots are shot
using the Motion Shutter.
• Any one of the following will automatically exit standby: pressing the shutter button,
changing the tilt orientation of the monitor screen, or turning the camera upside
down.
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• The Motion Shutter may not operate properly when there is little difference
between the subject and the background of the icon, or when the subject is located
far away from the camera.
• (preview icon) will appear on the monitor screen when a snapshot is shot.
When the camera detects movement in the vicinity of the preview icon, it will
display the image that was shot for three seconds.
•“O Tracking” cannot be selected for the AF area setting while shooting with the
Motion Shutter. If “O Tracking” is selected in another mode, selecting the Motion
Shutter will cause the AF area setting to change to “U Spot”.
• You cannot shoot a snapshot by pressing the shutter button while movie recording
is in progress (Snapshot In Movie).
Use the procedure below to configure Motion Shutter settings.
1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].
2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
r
REC MENU” tab, and then
press [6].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Motion Shutter” and then press [6].
4. Configure Motion Shutter settings.
SettingDescription
Specifies the Motion Shutter activation operation.
Always:
Motion
Settings
Timer
Motion
Position
Motion Shutter remains activated, regardless of whether or
not the monitor screen is tilted.
180°only:
Motion Shutter is activated when the monitor screen is
tilted 180 degrees.
Off: Motion Shutter disabled.
Specifies the amount of time that should elapse until
shooting starts after the camera detects movement.
Settings: 0.5 sec, 1 sec, 2 sec, 10 sec
Changes the positions of the self-timer icon “” and
preview icon “”.
[8] [2] [4] [6]: Moves the currently selected icon.
[RING]: Selects the icon to be moved.
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Shooting with Artistic Effects (Art Shot)
A variety of artistic effects help to make even common, ordinary subjects become
more novel and exciting.
Soft FocusBlurs overall focus for a mysteriously soft effect.
Light ToneWeakens contrast to create an elegantly subdued effect.
PopStrengthens saturation for richer colors.
SepiaSepia colors are used to create a retro effect.
MonochromeEnhances contrast to create a grainy print effect.
Miniature
Fisheye
Sparkling Shot
Crystal Ball
to transform snapshots and movies into works of art that
provide a greater degree of expression than conventional
imaging.
Darkens the periphery and changes hues for a toy camera
effect.
Blurs some of the focus to make the image look like a
miniature.
Humorous effect that looks like it was shot with a fisheye
lens.
Softens the overall image and adds points of light for a
sparkle effect.
Creates a mysterious effect by placing the image in a bubble
floating in midair.
1. Align the mode dial with [C] (Art Shot).
2. Press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select , and then press [SET].
4. Select the Art Shot scene you want to use and then press [SET].
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5. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Panel option
from the top, and then press [SET].
The intensity of the selected effect can be adjusted as described below.
SceneAdjustment
HDR ArtEffect level
Toy CameraHue
Soft FocusEffect level
Light ToneHue
PopEffect level
SepiaEffect level
MonochromeEffect level
MiniatureFocus area
FisheyeEffect level
Sparkling ShotEffect type
Crystal BallEffect type
6. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting.
7. Press [SET].
8. Press the shutter button to shoot.
. Using the Scene Information Screen
To find out more about a scene, select it with the boundary
on the scene menu and then rotate the zoom controller in
either direction.
• To return to the scene menu, rotate the zoom controller
again.
• To scroll between scenes, use [4] and [6].
• To configure the camera with the settings for the currently
selected scene, press [SET].
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NOTE
• Depending on the “Art Shot” scenes, some of the items on the menu that appears
NOTE
may not be usable.
• With this “Art Shot” scene, the flash setting automatically becomes ?(Flash Off).
• Movie recording is disabled while “Sparkling Shot” is selected.
• The “Movie Quality” setting can be either “HD” or “STD” only (page 128). When any
“Movie Quality” setting other than “STD” is selected in another mode, the “HD”
setting is used when shooting with Art Shot.
• When using “HDR Art” for movie recording, the intensity of the art effect is fixed in
accordance with movie settings.
• An image shot with an Art Shot scene cannot be converted to a normal image
without the Art Shot effect.
Saving a Second Normal Image When Shooting with HDR Art
(Double (HDR Art))
You can configure the camera to save two images when shooting with HDR Art: one
image with HDR Art effects applied in accordance with the scene you selected plus
another normal (Program Auto) image without any effects applied.
1. Align the mode dial with [C] and then press [MENU].
2. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
r
REC MENU” tab, and then
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Double (HDR Art)” and then press [SET].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “On” and then press [SET].
While “Off” is selected for the above step, only a single HDR Art image is saved
(normal image not saved).
5. Press the shutter button to shoot.
• Except for HDR Art, shooting with an Art Shot scene saves only an Art Shot image.
No companion normal (non Art Shot) image is saved.
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NOTE
Creating and Using Your Own Setups (Custom Shot)
You can register up to 12 setups, based on snapshots shot with the camera, as
Custom Shot scenes. Selecting a registered Custom Shot scene configures the
camera with its settings.
. To register a Custom Shot scene
1. Align the mode dial with [C] (Custom Shot).
2. Press [SET].
• A message will appear if there are no Custom Shot scenes currently
registered. If there is one or more images that are supported for Custom Shot
scene registration, press [SET] to advance to step 5, below. Otherwise
proceed with step 3.
3. Use [8] and [2] to select
(Custom Scene) and then press [SET].
4. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select “Custom Shot” (New Scene), and
then press [SET].
5. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select a snapshot.
6. Use [8] and [2] to select “Save” and then press [SET].
• Custom Shot setup registration is not supported for images shot with the functions
below. Custom Shot setup registration is also not supported for movies.
Premium Auto Pro, Multi SR Zoom, Snapshot In Movie
• You can register the setup of a single image that is part of a CS group. Note,
however, that the resulting Custom Shot scene will be for a snapshot, not a CS
Mode operation.
• You can check the settings of the currently selected Custom Shot scene by
displaying the camera’s setting menus and looking at its settings.
• Custom Shot scenes are assigned numbers in the sequence: U1, U2, U3, and so
on.
• The settings and functions below are not registered as part of a Custom Shot
scene.
Motion Shutter, Motion Position, Image Size, Image Quality, ISO High Limit, Digital
Zoom, MF Position, Self-timer, aperture, Some of the settings when shooting with
Intelligent Bracketing
• Custom Shot scenes are stored in built-in memory in the SCENE folder
(snapshots) (page 189).
• Formatting the camera’s built-in memory (page 201) deletes all the Custom Shot
scene files.
• If the “User Set Up” setting is assigned to the front shutter button, you can register
the setup of the currently displayed snapshot as a Custom Shot scene simply by
displaying it and then pressing the front shutter button.
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• Use the following steps when you want to delete a Custom Shot scene.
In step 4 of the above procedure, select the scene you want to delete.
• To view a particular image, rotate the zoom controller.
Press [2] (), select “Cancel”, and then press [SET].
. To record with a registered Custom Shot scene
1. In the REC Mode, align the mode dial with [C] (Custom Shot).
2. Press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select
(Custom Scene) and then press [SET].
4. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the scene you want and then press
[SET].
5. Press the shutter button to shoot.
Scene Screen Operations
To view a particular Custom Shot scene, rotate the zoom controller.
• To return to the scene menu, rotating the zoom controller again.
• To scroll between scenes, use [4] and [6].
• To configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene, press
[SET].
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Recording Movies
[0] (Movie)
[MENU]
[SET]
[8][2][4][6]
Mode dial
Recording time
Remaining recording time
(page 230)
To record a movie
The following procedure explains how to record a standard (STD) movie.
This camera supports Premium Auto Pro movie recording (page 83).
See the pages indicated below for more information about movies.
High-definition movie (FHD movie): page 85
High speed movie (HS movie): page 85
1. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program
Auto) or [Ÿ] (Premium Auto Pro).
2. Press [MENU].
3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the
“rREC MENU” tab, and then press [6].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality”
and then press [6].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select “STD”, and then
press [SET].
• Recording is performed with an aspect ratio of 4:3, an image size of 640x480
pixels, and a frame rate of 30 frames per second (STD Movie). Image size
setting cannot be changed.
• The shooting range for movies is smaller than that for snapshots. You can
display the movie shooting range with “Shooting Info” (page 134).
6. Point the camera at the subject and then
press [0] (Movie).
This will start recording and display Y on the
monitor screen.
Movie recording includes stereo audio.
• Pressing [SET] will re-start a Continuous AF
operation (page 124).
7. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop recording.
• Each movie can be up to 29 minutes long. Movie
recording stops automatically after 29 minutes of
recording. Movie recording also will stop
automatically if memory becomes full before you
stop movie recording by pressing [0] (Movie) again.
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Recording Movies with Premium Auto Pro
Microphones
When Premium Auto Pro is enabled (page 34), the
camera automatically make judgments about the
subject, shooting conditions, and other parameters. The
result is higher quality images than those produced by
Program Auto recording. The shooting environment detected by the camera is
displayed at the bottom of the REC mode screen.
• Premium Auto Pro is enabled for FHD movies and STD movies only.
• Using Premium Auto Pro uses up the battery charge more quickly than using
Program Auto recording.
Shooting with BEST SHOT
With BEST SHOT (page 93), you can select the sample scene that matches the type
of movie you are trying to shoot and the camera will change its setup accordingly, for
beautiful movies every time.
Minimizing the Effects of Camera Movement during Movie Recording
You can use Anti-shake Functions (page 125) to configure the camera to minimize
the effects of camera movement during FHD and STD movie recording. Note that
Anti-shake Functions cannot be used with HDR Art Movie and that Anti-shake
Functions does not prevent image blur due to subject movement.
Audio
Your camera has built-in microphones that can be used to record audio (stereo)
during movie recording.
• Your camera has a function to reduce wind noise (Wind Noise Cut) when recording
movies (page 132).
. Recording Precautions
• The camera also records audio. Note the following points
when shooting a movie.
– Take care that the microphones are not blocked by your
fingers, etc.
– Good audio recording results are not possible when the
camera is too far away from what you are trying to
record.
– Performing a zoom operation while shooting can cause zoom and/or auto focus
noise to be in the audio recording.
– Operating camera buttons while shooting can cause button noise to be picked
up in the audio.
• When shooting with the “HS” movie quality at a frame rate setting of “30-120 fps” or
“30-240 fps”, audio is recorded only while the camera is shooting at 30 fps. Audio is
not recorded at any other frame rates.
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IMPORTANT!
NOTE
• Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become
slightly warm to the touch. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction. The
camera may automatically adjust its monitor screen brightness in order to reduce
heat generation.
• Shooting movies for long periods in areas where temperature is relatively high can
cause digital noise (dots of light) to appear in the movie image. A rise in the
camera’s internal temperature also may force movie recording to stop
automatically. If this happens, stop recording and allow the camera to cool down,
which should cause normal operation to resume.
• Use of the camera’s built-in memory or certain types of memory cards can slow
down processing speeds. In particular, high-quality movies may not be able to be
stored correctly. A slow memory card can take too much time to record data and
result in breaks in the image and/or audio during playback. When this happens a
yellow “Y” indicator will appear on the monitor screen.
• Zoom operations are supported during movie recording (page 59). Zoom is
disabled during high speed movie recording. To use zoom for high speed movie
recording, perform the zoom operation before you press [0] (Movie) to start
recording.
• Both Single SR Zoom (page 63) and Multi SR Zoom (page 64) are disabled during
movie recording.
• The effects of camera movement in an image become more pronounced when you
shoot close up or with a large zoom factor. Because of this, use of a tripod is
recommended under these conditions.
• Except for High Speed Movie, Continuous AF (page 124) is performed during
movie recording while “AF” (Auto Focus) or “Macro” is selected for the “Focus”
setting.
• Face Detection is disabled during normal FHD and STD, and high speed movie
recording. Face Detection is enabled when shooting movies with Premium Auto
Pro (FHD and STD).
• The following functions do not support movie recording.
Some BEST SHOT scenes, some Art Shot scenes, Time Lapse, Intelligent
Bracketing
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Recording a High-definition Movie
This camera supports recording of high-definition (FHD) movies. The aspect ratio of
an FHD movie is 16:9, the image size is 1920
30 fps. Image quality and image size settings cannot be changed.
x
1080 pixels, and the frame rate is
1. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto) or [Ÿ] (Premium Auto
Pro).
2. Press [MENU].
3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
r
REC MENU” tab, and then
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality” and then press [6].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select “FHD”, and then press [SET].
6. Record the movie the same way as you would a normal movie (page
82).
Press [0] (Movie) to start and stop recording.
Recording a High Speed Movie
This camera supports recording of high speed movies at a maximum speed of
1000 fps. The aspect ratio of movies recorded with this mode depends on the frame
rate (recording speed).
• When recording with the frame rate setting of “30-120 fps” or “30-240 fps” frame
rate setting, audio recording is supported during 30 fps recording only. Audio is not
recorded at any other frame rates.
1. Align the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto).
2. Press [MENU].
3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
r
REC MENU” tab, and then
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4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality” and then press [6].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select the frame rate (recording speed) you want
and then press [SET].
A fast frame rate (such as 1000 fps) will result in a smaller image size.
Movie
Quality
HS10001000 fps224
REC Screen
Icon Display
Frame Rate
Image Size
(Pixels)
x
64
HS480480 fps224x160
x
HS240240 fps512
HS120120 fps640
HS30-24030-240 fps512
HS30-12030-120 fps640
384
480
384
480
• fps (frames per
second) is a unit of
measurement
indicating the
number of images
recorded or played
back per second.
x
x
x
6. Record the movie the same way as you would a normal movie (page
82).
Press [0] (Movie) to start and stop recording.
• During High Speed Movie recording (HS120, HS240, HS480, HS1000), focus
is fixed at the position where it was when recording started. To focus an image,
half-press the shutter button for Auto Focus or focus manually before you press
[0] (Movie) to start recording.
• Continuous AF is operational when recording at 30 fps with “HS30-120” or
“HS30-240”. However, focus becomes fixed whenever you switch to 120 fps or
240 fps.
• When “HS30-120” or “HS30-240” is selected as the frame rate, recording
always starts with a frame rate of 30 fps. You can switch the frame rate
between 30 fps and 120 fps or between 30 fps and 240 fps only while recording
is in progress. Press [4], [6], or [SET] to switch speeds. Audio is recorded
only while shooting at a 30 fps.
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NOTE
• The higher the frame rate (speed), the more lighting is required when shooting.
[0] (Movie)[0] (Movie)
Movie
Real-time recording start
Approximately 5-second prerecorded part (from the buffer)
• Approximately two seconds for high speed movie
Real-time recording end
When shooting a high speed movie, shoot in a well-lit environment.
• When recording certain types of movies, the image that appears on the monitor
screen may be smaller than normal. When recording a high speed movie, there are
black bands along the top, bottom, left, and right of the screen.
• When recording a high speed movie, light source flicker can cause horizontal
bands to appear in the image. This does not indicate malfunction of the camera.
• Monitor screen content switching is disabled during high speed movie recording.
Using Prerecord Movie (Prerecord (Movie))
Prerecord (Movie) maintains a pre-recording of approximately five seconds of action
(approximately two seconds for High Speed Movie). When you start real-time
recording, the pre-recorded content is stored followed by the real-time recording, to
help make sure you do not miss anything by being late pressing the record button.
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. To set up the camera to shoot with Prerecord Movie
1. Align the mode dial with [b] (BEST SHOT).
2. Press [MENU].
3. Press [4], use [8] and [2] to select the “
press [6].
r
REC MENU” tab, and then
4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Movie Quality” and then press [6].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select the movie quality you want to use for
shooting and then press [SET].
6. Press [SET].
7. Use [8] and [2] to select , and then press [SET].
8. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the “Prerecord (Movie)” scene and
then press [SET].
This causes ‰ (Prerecord (Movie)) to appear on the monitor screen, indicating
that the camera is prerecording to its buffer.
. To shoot a Prerecord Movie
1. After using the above procedure to set up the camera for Prerecord
Movie, point the camera at the subject.
2. When you are ready to record, press [0] (Movie).
This will save the approximately five seconds of action that was prerecorded in
the buffer before you pressed [0] (Movie) (two seconds if you are using high
speed movie) and start real-time recording.
3. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop recording.
• To turn off Prerecord Movie recording, align the mode dial with [P] (Program
Auto) or [Ÿ] (Premium Auto Pro).
• When shooting with the high speed movie “HS30-120” and “HS30-240” setting,
you cannot change the speed (fps) setting while the camera is pre-recording to
the buffer in step 1 of the above procedure. You can change the speed (fps)
setting after you press [0] (Movie) to start real-time recording.
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NOTE
• While the camera is set up for shooting with Prerecord Movie, pressing the shutter
button will not shoot a snapshot unless movie recording is in progress. With highdefinition (FHD) and standard (STD) movie, you can shoot still images while
realtime movie recording is in progress.
• When shooting with Prerecord Movie in combination with high speed movie,
rotating the control dial will not change the Exposure or white balance setting, even
if “Exposure” or “White Balance” is assigned for the “Control Dial” function (page
117). To change the Exposure or white balance setting in this case, use the Control
Panel.
Recording a Time Lapse Movie (Time Lapse)
You can use this function to record movies of natural events that occur over time, to
speed up the flow of traffic in a city scene, or to record other similar types of movies.
• When using this function, shooting with a tripod is recommended.
• To prevent loss of power while shooting, use a fully charged battery.
• Make sure the memory card you are using has sufficient unused space before
shooting with this function.
• Focus is fixed at what they are when shooting is started.
• For some scenes, brightness and white balance settings are fixed at what they are
when shooting is started.
1. Align the mode dial with [F] (Time Lapse).
2. Press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select the (Time Lapse) Control Panel option
and then press [SET].
4. Select the scene you want to use and then press [SET].
• A scene that can be used for time lapse recording is indicated by ».
5. Press [SET], select (Time Lapse Settings), and then press [SET].
6. Use [8] and [2] to select “Interval” or “Total Time”, press [6],
and then use [8] and [2] to change the setting.
Each scene is initially configured with unique “Interval” and “Total Time”
default settings suitable for that scene. You can change these settings, if you
want.
IntervalSpecifies the number of seconds between shots.
Total Time
Specifies the recording time. Selecting “Off” causes
recording to continue until the shutter button is pressed
again.
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7. Press [SET].
NOTE
Interval
Total Time
Scene
Remaining recording time
Recording time
• Time Lapse settings are shown at the bottom of
the screen.
8. Press the shutter button to start recording.
• Shooting is repeated at the interval specified in
step 6.
• Recording stops when the recording time
specified in step 6 elapses or when the shutter
button is pressed again.
• Remaining recording time is not displayed
when the “Total Time” setting is “Off”.
• During Time Lapse recording, the monitor screen will turn off in accordance with
the “Sleep” setting (page 195). Change the “Sleep” setting to “Off” if you want the
monitor screen to stay on. Note, however, that this setting will use up battery power
more quickly.
• If sleep is enabled (page 195), the monitor screen will turn off after the preset sleep
period if no camera operation is performed, but the time lapse recording operation
will continue. The camera’s back lamp will flash at this time. Performing any
operation while the monitor screen is blank will turn it back on. However, the
following operations will not turn the monitor screen back on.
– Pressing [ON/OFF] (Power)
– Pressing the shutter button all the way
– Rotating the mode dial
• The Auto Power Off is disabled while time lapse recording is in progress (page
195).
• The following functions cannot be used with this function.
Single SR Zoom, Anti-shake Functions, Lighting, Continuous AF, Triple Self-timer,
Motion Shutter, Face Detection, Metering, ISO, ISO High Limit, Make-up, Review
• The frame rate of playback of movies shot with this function is 20 fps. Movie quality
depends on the scene you are using.
Scene 3 to 8: FHD
Scene 9 to 13: HD
• Note that audio is not recorded when recording with this function.
• The camera can be configured to play only Time Lapse movies during a slideshow
(page 152).
• When using “» HDR Art ” for movie recording, the intensity of the art effect is
fixed in accordance with movie settings.
• You cannot shoot a snapshot by pressing the shutter button while time lapse
recording is in progress (Snapshot In Movie).
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• The reset operation (page 201) returns “Interval” and “Total Time” to their initial
default settings. Each Time Lapse scene has its own unique “Interval” and “Total
Time” settings.
• To adjust brightness when shooting with the Time Lapse “» Night Scene”, use
(Shutter Speed) on the Control Panel (page 44) to adjust the shutter speed.
. Using the Scene Information Screen
To find out more about a scene, select it with the boundary
on the scene menu and then rotate the zoom controller in
either direction.
• To return to the scene menu, rotate the zoom controller
again.
• To scroll between scenes, use [4] and [6].
• To configure the camera with the settings for the currently
selected scene, press [SET].
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NOTE
Shooting a Snapshot while Shooting a Movie
Number of recordable
snapshots
Snapshot
recording mode
(Snapshot In Movie)
You can shoot snapshots while movie recording is in progress. When the camera is in
the Single Shot mode, you can shoot snapshots one-by-one. In the CS mode, holding
down the shutter button will record up to seven consecutive images at a speed of
approximately 10 images per second (fps). You can shoot a maximum total of
28 images during a single movie recording operation.
1. While a movie is being recorded, press the
shutter button.
• Select FHD movie or STD movie as the movie
quality setting (page 128).
• In the CS mode, images continue to be shot as long
as you keep the shutter button depressed.
• While movie recording is in progress, you can toggle
between the Single Shot Mode and the CS mode by
pressing [4], [6], or [SET]. Note that this method
for mode switching is possible only during movie
recording. The CS mode is indicated when is
white (on the monitor screen), and the Single Shot
mode is selected when t is white.
• Note that the flash cannot be used when shooting a Snapshot In Movie.
• Note that shooting a snapshot while shooting a movie is supported during FHD
movie and STD movie recording only. It is not supported during other types of
movie recording.
• Snapshots shot with Snapshot In Movie cannot be focused individually. The focus
will be the same as the movie being recorded.
• The field of view of a snapshot shot while FHD movie recording is in progress will
be wider than the field of view of the FHD movie.
• The snapshot image quality automatically changes to “Normal”.
• The P (Program Auto) recording mode is used when you shoot a snapshot during
movie recording.
• You cannot shoot with Snapshot In Movie while Motion Shutter or Time Lapse
movie recording is in progress.
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Using BEST SHOT
[b]
Scene number
Scene name
Currently selected scene
(with boundary)
BEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample
“scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting
conditions. When you need to change the setup of the
camera, simply find the scene that matches what you are
trying to achieve, and the camera sets up for it
automatically. This helps to minimize the chance of ruined
images due to poor exposure and shutter speed settings.
To shoot with BEST SHOT
1. Align the mode dial with [b] (BEST SHOT).
2. Press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select , and then press [SET].
This will display a menu of BEST SHOT scenes.
4. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to move the
boundary to the scene you want to select.
• You can scroll to another page of scenes by
pressing [8] or [2], or by rotating the function
ring.
• To return to normal snapshot recording, align
the mode dial with [P] (Program Auto).
5. Press [SET] to configure the camera with
the settings for the currently selected
scene.
This returns to the REC mode.
• To select a different BEST SHOT scene,
repeat the above procedure from
step 2.
6. Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [0] (Movie)
(if you are shooting a movie).
• With some BEST SHOT scenes, the message “Busy... Please wait...” will
appear on the monitor screen after you press the shutter button. The camera is
in the process of recording an image until the message appears. Keep the
camera still. The image processing operation takes some time to complete
after the message appears. You will not be able to record another image while
the message is displayed.
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. Using the Scene Information Screen
To find out more about a scene, select it with the boundary
on the scene menu and then rotate the zoom controller in
either direction.
• To return to the scene menu, rotate the zoom controller
again.
• To scroll between scenes, use [4] and [6].
• To configure the camera with the settings for the currently
selected scene, press [SET].
. BEST SHOT Precautions
• Sample images shown on BEST SHOT scene screens were not shot with this
camera. They are provided to illustrate the effects and merits of each scene.
• Images shot using a BEST SHOT scene may not produce the results you expected
due to shooting conditions and other factors.
• You can modify the camera settings that are configured after 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.
• Snapshot shooting is disabled while the following BEST SHOT scenes are being
used.
Prerecord (Movie), Manual Exposure Movie
• Movie recording is disabled while the following BEST SHOT scenes are being
used.
Blurred Background, All-In-Focus Macro, HS Best Selection, HS Anti Shake, Wide
Shot, HS Night Shot, Slide Panorama, HDMI TV Output, Triple Shot, HDR, Multi
SR Zoom, 60 fps High Speed CS, Make-up BKT, Magnifying Glass
• When the movie recording mode is FHD/STD, movies are recorded using the
settings of the selected BEST SHOT scene. For high speed movie recording,
BEST SHOT scene settings are ignored and movie recording is performed as it
normally is.
• Single SR Zoom cannot be used while shooting with some BEST SHOT scenes.
• With the BEST SHOT scenes below, certain shooting conditions can cause the
image area to become narrower than normal.
HS Night Scene and Portrait, HS Night Shot
• While shooting with the Fireworks BEST SHOT scene, the focus mode setting is
“MF” (Manual Focus) and the focus frame position can be shifted (page 51).
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NOTE
Recording Beautiful Portraits (Make-up)
Make-up enables adjustment of human skin tone hues and texture, and softening of
facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking portraits. Make-up can be
used with the recording modes listed below.
• Program Auto
• Premium Auto Pro
• Some BEST SHOT scenes
1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Make-up” (page 93).
2. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the (Make-up Settings)
Control Panel option, and then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Skin Tone” or “Smooth Skin”, and then use
[4] and [6] to change the setting value.
Skin Tone“Tan +6” to “0 (Off)” to “Light +6”
Smooth Skin“0 (Off)” to “+12 (Max.)”
4. Press [SET].
5. Shoot the image.
• The settings below become configured automatically whenever the “Skin Tone” or
“Smooth Skin” level setting is something other than “0 (Off)”.
– Face Detection: On
– Focus Mode: AF (Auto Focus)
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NOTE
Shooting Three Versions of an Image with Different Skin Tone
Settings (Make-up BKT)
Make-up Bracketing (Make-up BKT) lets you shoot three versions of the same image
with the press of the shutter button, each with a different Skin Tone setting. One of
the images is shot using the camera’s current Skin Tone setting, while the other two
images are shot using variations of the Skin Tone setting.
1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Make-up BKT” (page 93).
2. Press [SET], use [8] and [2] to select the (Make-up Settings)
Control Panel option, and then press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select “Skin Tone” or “Smooth Skin”, and then use
[4] and [6] to change the setting value.
Skin Tone“Tan +6” to “0 (Off)” to “Light +6”
Smooth Skin“0 (Off)” to “+12 (Max.)”
4. Press [SET].
5. Press the shutter button to shoot.
This will shoot and store three versions of the same image with various “Skin
Tone” settings, based on the setting you selected in step 3, above.
• After shooting an image with Make-up BKT, you will not be able to shoot another
image until save of the previous image is complete.
• Only two versions of the image will be shot and stored if you shoot with Make-up
BKT while “Tan +6” or “Light +6” is selected for “Skin Tone”.
• Movie recording is disabled while Make-up BKT is selected.
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NOTE
Shooting a Movie Manually (Manual Exposure Movie)
Use the procedure below to shoot a High Speed Movie with manually configured
aperture and shutter speed settings. The ability to manually adjust shutter speed
helps to reduce image blur due to subject movement.
1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Manual Exposure Movie” (page 93).
2. Press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select (Aperture) and then press [SET].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select an aperture setting and then press [4].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select (Shutter Speed) and then press [SET].
6. Use [8] and [2] to select a shutter speed and then press [SET].
7. Press [0] (Movie) to start recording.
8. Press [0] (Movie) again to stop recording.
The maximum file size allowed for a single movie file is 4GB. Movie recording
stops automatically when the file size becomes 4GB.
• The settings below can be configured while shooting with this function.
Movie Quality: HS120, HS240, HS480, HS1000
Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/125 to 1/10000 seconds
(The actual available setting range depends on the movie quality setting.)
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO80 to ISO3200
(The actual available setting range depends on the shutter speed and aperture.)
• The functions below cannot be used with this function
Anti-shake Functions, Single SR Zoom, Face Detection, Make-up, Triple Selftimer, Remote Capture, EX Finder, Review, Front Shutter, Motion Shutter,
snapshot shooting, AF Assist Light, Flash
• The settings in the table below are fixed while shooting with this function.
AF AreaSpot
MeteringMulti
• Selecting a different BEST SHOT scene or turning off the camera causes the ISO
sensitivity setting to be reset to its initial default.
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NOTE
Rotating an Image 180 Degrees (Flipped Image)
Use the procedure below to flip a snapshot or movie as you shoot it. This capability
comes in handy when the camera is attached to a telescope or other device.
1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Flipped Image” (page 93).
2. Press the shutter button to shoot.
• The settings below can be configured while shooting with this function.
Shutter Speed: Auto, 250 to 1/2000 seconds
(The actual available setting range depends on the ISO sensitivity and aperture.)
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO80 to ISO12800
(The actual available setting range depends on the shutter speed and aperture.)
• The functions below cannot be used with this function.
Anti-shake Functions, Face Detection, Make-up, Remote Capture, EX Finder,
Front Shutter “CS”, Motion Shutter, AF Area “Intelligent” and “Tracking”
• Selecting a different BEST SHOT scene or turning off the camera causes the
following settings to be reset to their initial defaults: ISO sensitivity, aperture,
shutter speed.
• Custom Shot setup registration is not supported for images shot with this function.
• If the snapshot size setting is “RAW+JPEG”, RAW image data is stored in normal
(unflipped) orientation.
Rotating an Image 180 Degrees when Recording CS Images
(Flipped CS Image)
Use the procedure below to flip a burst of CS images. This capability comes in handy
when the camera is attached to a telescope or microscope.
1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Flipped CS Image” (page 93).
2. Press [SET].
3. Use [8] and [2] to select (High Speed CS fps), and then press
[SET].
4. Use [8] and [2] to select the continuous shutter (CS) speed and then
press [4].
5. Use [8] and [2] to select (Maximum CS Shots) and then press
[SET].
6. Use [8] and [2] to select the maximum number of shots and then
press [4].
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7. Use [8] and [2] to select (Pre-record CS Shots) and then press
NOTE
[SET].
8. Use [8] and [2] to select the number of Prerecord (Still) images and
then press [SET].
• If you select “0 shots”, no pre-record images will be stored when you half-press
the shutter button.
9. Half-press the shutter button.
A pre-record buffer is continually updated with images as long as the shutter
button is pressed.
• The camera will not emit shutter sounds as it pre-records images.
• Releasing the half-pressed shutter button will cause the contents of the pre-
record buffer to be deleted.
10.
Press the shutter button the rest of the way and hold it down.
Full pressing the shutter button will record the images in the pre-record buffer
followed by real-time recorded images. Shooting of images will continue as long
as you depress the shutter or until the maximum number of images specified by
“High Speed CS fps” is reached.
• The settings below can be configured while shooting with this function.
Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/30 to 1/20000 seconds
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO80 to ISO12800
(The actual available setting range depends on the shutter speed and aperture.)
High Speed CS fps: 3 to 30
Maximum CS Shots: 5 to 30
Pre-record CS Shots: 0 to 25
• The following image sizes cannot be selected while shooting with this function:
RAW+JPEG, 3:2, 16:9. If you select Flipped CS Image while either of these image
sizes is selected, the camera will automatically switch the images size setting to
12M.
• The snapshot image quality of images shot with this function is Normal.
• The functions below cannot be used with this function.
Anti-shake Functions, Single SR Zoom, Face Detection, Make-up, Remote
Capture, EX Finder, Review “Type 1”, Front Shutter “AF less” and “CS”, Motion
Shutter, Flash, AF Area “Intelligent” and “Tracking”
• You cannot use Triple Self-timer with this function. However, when the “Pre-record
CS Shots” setting is something other than 0, Self-timer also cannot be used.
• Selecting a different BEST SHOT scene or turning off the camera causes the
following settings to be reset to their initial defaults: High Speed CS fps, Maximum
CS Shots, Pre-record CS Shots, ISO sensitivity, aperture, shutter speed.
• Custom Shot setup registration is not supported for images shot with this function.
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NOTE
Shooting with Triple Shot
Triple Shot shoots a burst of three images and stores them in memory. This feature is
great for making sure you don’t miss those special moments when kids are around.
1. In the BEST SHOT Mode, select “Triple Shot” (page 93).
2. Point the camera at the subject and then half-press the shutter button.
The camera will start pre-recording images at this time.
• If you release the half-pressed shutter button before pressing it the rest of the
way down, all of the images currently in the pre-record buffer will be deleted.
3. Press the shutter button all the way down to record.
This will record three images: one of the action before the shutter button is fully
pressed plus two real-time images.
• Pressing the shutter button all the way without first half-pressing it will result in
only two images being recorded.
• The settings in the table below are fixed while shooting with this function.
Self-timerOff
FlashFlash Off
Image QualityNormal
Single SR ZoomOff
Face DetectionOn
Focus ModeAF
AF Area“Intelligent” or “Spot”*
* If you select “I Multi” or “O Tracking” for this setting in another mode and
then shoot with Triple Shot, shooting is performed using the “U Spot” setting.
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