Casio EXILIM EX-Z6, EXILIM EX-Z7 User Manual

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Digital Camera

EX-Z6/EX-Z7

User’s Guide

Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product.

• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide.

• Keep the User’s Guide in a safe place for future reference.

• For the most up-to-date information about this product, visit the official EXILIM Website at http://www.exilim.com/.

All example procedures in this User’s Guide are based on the EX-Z7. The same

procedures also apply to the EX-Z6, unless specifically noted otherwise.

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INTRODUCTION

Unpacking

Check to make sure that all of the items shown below are included with your camera. If something is missing, contact your dealer as soon as possible.

Camera Strap

CD-ROM USB Cable Basic Reference

Rechargeable Lithium

Ion Battery (NP-20)

Lithium Ion Battery

Charger

(BC-11L)

AC Power Cord

* The shape of the AC power

cord plug varies according to country or geographic area.

AV Cable

INTRODUCTION

2 INTRODUCTION

Unpacking .................................................................... 2

Features ....................................................................... 9

Precautions ................................................................ 12

17 QUICK START GUIDE

First, charge the battery! ............................................ 17

To configure display language and clock settings ..... 18

To record an image .................................................... 19

To view a recorded image .......................................... 20

To delete an image ..................................................... 20

21 GETTING READY

About This Manual ..................................................... 21

General Guide ............................................................ 22

Camera 22 Lithium Ion Battery Charger 24

Monitor Screen Contents ........................................... 25

REC Mode 25 PLAY Mode 27 Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen 29

Attaching the Strap .................................................... 30

Power Requirements .................................................. 31

To charge the battery 31 To load the battery 34 Low Battery Indicator 36 To replace the battery 37 Power Supply Precautions 38 Turning the Camera On and Off 41 Configuring Power Saving Settings 42

Using the On-screen Menus ...................................... 44

Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings ... 46

To configure display language and clock settings 47

INTRODUCTION

50 BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Recording an Image ................................................... 50

Aiming the Camera 50 Recording an Image 51 Using the easy Mode 55 Recording Precautions 57

Using Zoom ................................................................ 59

Optical Zoom 59 Digital Zoom 61

Using the Flash .......................................................... 63

Flash Unit Status 65 Changing the Flash Intensity Setting 66 Using Flash Assist 66

Using the Self-timer ................................................... 68

Specifying Image Size ............................................... 71

Specifying Image Quality ........................................... 73

74 OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Selecting the Focus Mode ......................................... 74

Using Auto Focus 75 Using the Macro Mode 78 Using Pan Focus 79 Using the Infinity Mode 79 Using Manual Focus 80 Using Focus Lock 81

Exposure Compensation (EV Shift) ........................... 82

Adjusting White Balance ............................................ 84

Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually 85

Using Continuous Shutter .......................................... 87

Normal-speed continuous shutter 88 High-speed continuous shutter 88 Flash continuous shutter 88 Continuous Shutter Precautions 89

Using the BEST SHOT Mode .................................... 89

Displaying Sample Scenes Individually 92 Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup 92 To delete a BEST SHOT user setup 94

Reducing the Effects of Hand or

Subject Movement ..................................................... 94

Shooting with High Sensitivity ................................... 96

Recording Images of Business Cards

and Documents (Business Shot) ............................... 97

Before recording with Business Shot 98 To use Business Shot 98

INTRODUCTION

Restoring an Old Photograph .................................... 99

Before trying to restore an old photograph 99 To restore an old photograph 100

Recording a Movie ................................................... 102

Specifying Movie Image Quality 103 Recording a Movie 104

Recording Audio ....................................................... 106

Adding Audio to a Snapshot 106 Recording Your Voice 107

Using the Histogram ................................................. 109

REC Mode Camera Settings ................................... 112

Assigning Functions to the [왗] and [왘] Keys 112 Turning the On-screen Grid On and Off 113 Turning Image Review On and Off 114 Using Icon Help 114 Specifying Power On Default Settings 115 Specifying ISO Sensitivity 117 Selecting the Metering Mode 118 Using the Filter Function 120 Specifying Outline Sharpness 120 Specifying Color Saturation 121 Specifying Contrast 121 Date Stamping Snapshots 122 Resetting the Camera 123

124 PLAYBACK

Basic Playback Operation ........................................ 124

Playing an Audio Snapshot 125

Zooming the Display Image ..................................... 126

Resizing an Image ................................................... 127

Cropping an Image ................................................... 128

Keystone Correction ................................................. 130

Using Color Restoration to

Correct the Color of an Old Photograph .................. 131

Playing and Editing a Movie ..................................... 133

Playing a Movie 133 Editing a Movie 134 Capturing a Still Image from a Movie

(MOTION PRINT) 138

Displaying the 9-image View .................................... 139

Displaying the Calendar Screen .............................. 140

Playing a Slideshow ................................................. 141

Rotating the Display Image ...................................... 144

Adding Audio to a Snapshot .................................... 145

To re-record audio 146

Playing Back a Voice Recording File ....................... 147

Displaying Camera Images on a TV Screen ........... 148

Selecting the Video Output System 150

152 DELETING FILES

Deleting a Single File ............................................... 152

Deleting All Files ...................................................... 153

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154 FILE MANAGEMENT

Folders ...................................................................... 154

Memory Folders and Files 154

Protecting Files ........................................................ 155

To protect a single file 155 To protect all files in memory 156

Using the FAVORITE Folder .................................... 156

To copy a file to the FAVORITE folder 156 To display a file in the FAVORITE folder 158 To delete a file from the FAVORITE folder 159 To delete all files from the FAVORITE folder 159

160 OTHER SETTINGS

Configuring Sound Settings ..................................... 160

To configure sound settings 160 To set the confirmation tone volume level 160 To set the audio volume level for movie and audio

snapshot playback 161

Specifying an Image for the Startup Screen ........... 161

Specifying the File Name

Serial Number Generation Method .......................... 162

Setting the Clock ...................................................... 163

To select your Home Time zone 163 To set the current time and date 164 Changing the Date Format 164

Using World Time ..................................................... 165

To display the World Time screen 165 To configure World Time settings 165

Editing the Date and Time of an Image ................... 166

Changing the Display Language .............................. 167

Changing the USB Port Protocol ............................. 168

Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY)

Power On/Off Functions ........................................... 169

Formatting Built-in Memory ...................................... 170

171 USING A MEMORY CARD

Using a Memory Card .............................................. 172

To insert a memory card into the camera 172 To replace the memory card 173 Formatting a Memory Card 174

Copying Files ............................................................ 175

To copy all the files in built-in memory to

a memory card 176

To copy a specific file from a memory card to

built-in memory 177

INTRODUCTION

178 PRINTING IMAGES

DPOF ........................................................................ 179

To configure print settings for a single image 180 To configure print settings for all images 181

Using PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT ............... 183

Date Printing 187

PRINT Image Matching III ........................................... 188

Exif Print ................................................................... 188

189 VIEWING IMAGES ON A COMPUTER

Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ......... 189

Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 196

Using a Memory Card to

Transfer Images to a Computer ............................... 200

Memory Data ............................................................ 201

DCF Protocol 201 Memory Folder Structure 202 Image Files Supported by the Camera 203

205 USING THE CAMERA WITH A COMPUTER

Using the Camera with a Windows Computer ......... 205

Selecting the Software You Need 205 Computer System Requirements 207 Transfer of Images from the Camera and

Management of Images on a PC 208 Retouching, Reorienting, and Printing a Snapshot 211 Playing a Movie 213 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 214 User Registration 214 Exiting the Menu Application 214

Using the Camera with a Macintosh Computer ....... 215

Selecting the Software You Need 215 Computer System Requirements 216 Transfer of Images from the Camera

and Management of Images on a Macintosh 217 Playing a Movie 218 Viewing User Documentation (PDF Files) 218 To register as a camera user 219

220 APPENDIX

Menu Reference ....................................................... 220

Indicator Lamp Reference ........................................ 223

Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 226

If you have problems installing the USB driver... 231 Display Messages 232

Specifications ........................................................... 234

INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT!

• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this manual.

• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise due to the use or malfunction of the EX-Z6/EX-Z7.

• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. shall not be held liable for any damages or losses suffered by you or any third party due to the use of Photo Loader and/or Photohands.

• CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction, repairs, or battery replacement. Be sure to back up all important data on other media to protect against its loss.

• Note that the example screens and product illustrations shown in this User’s Guide may differ somewhat by the screens and configuration of the actual camera.

• SDHC Logo is a trademark.

• Windows, Internet Explorer, Windows Media, and DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

• Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

•

MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG of Germany, and licensed to the MultiMediaCard Association (MMCA).

• Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

• Other company, product and service names used herein may also be trademarks or service marks of others.

• Photo Loader and Photohands are the property of CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. Except as stipulated above, all copyrights and other related rights to these applications revert to CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.

INTRODUCTION

■ LCD Panel

The LCD panel is a product of the latest LCD manufacturing technology that provides a pixel yield of

99.99%. This means that less than 0.01% of the total pixels are defective (they do not turn on or always remain turned on).

■ Copyright Restrictions

Except for the purposes of your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized copying of snapshot files, movie files, and audio files violates copyright laws and international contracts. Distribution to third parties of such files over the Internet without permission of the copyright holder, whether for profit or for free, violates copyright laws and international contracts.

Features

• Effective Pixels

EX-Z6: 6.0 million pixels (6.37 million total pixels) EX-Z7: 7.2 million pixels (7.41 million total pixels)

• 2.5-inch TFT color LCD monitor screen

• 8.3MB built-in memory

Use built-in memory for testing the camera or to record images in emergencies when your memory card is full or unavailable.

• REC mode or PLAY mode power up (page 41)

Press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera and enter the mode you want to use.

• easy mode (page 55)

This feature eliminates troublesome setups.

• 12X zoom (page 59)

3X optical zoom, 4X digital zoom

• Flash Assist (page 66)

This feature compensates when flash intensity is not strong enough, so images are better illuminated.

• Triple Self-timer (page 68)

The self-timer can be set up to repeat three times, automatically.

INTRODUCTION

• Auto Macro (pages 76, 78)

Auto Macro automatically switches to the macro mode when the distance between the camera and subject it shorter than the Auto Focus range.

• Quick Shutter (page 76)

When you press the shutter button all the way down without pausing, the camera immediately records the image without waiting for Auto Focus to be performed. This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you wait for the camera to Auto Focus.

• Auto Focus Area Selection (page 77)

When “ Multi” is selected for the Auto Focus area, the camera takes simultaneous meter readings at nine different points and automatically selects the best one.

• Three continuous shutter modes (page 87)

In addition to normal-speed continuous shutter, you can also select high-speed continuous shutter or flash continuous shutter.

• BEST SHOT (page 89)

Simply select one of a collection of built-in sample scenes and the camera sets up for the scene you selected. It’s the simple way to set up for beautiful snapshots quickly and easily. New BEST SHOT sample scenes include setups for High Sensitivity and Anti Shake. A [BS] (BEST SHOT) button provides direct access to BEST SHOT sample scenes.

• Business Shot (page 97)

Business Shot automatically corrects rectangular shapes when recording the image of a business card, document, whiteboard, or similar subjects from an angle.

• Restoring an Old Photograph (page 99)

You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital camera technology.

• Movie recording with audio (page 102)

VGA size, 30 fps, Motion JPEG format

• Audio Snapshot mode (page 106)

Use this mode to record snapshots that also include audio.

• Voice Recording (page 107)

Quick and easy recording of voice input.

• Real-time RGB histogram (page 109)

An on-screen histogram lets you adjust exposure as you view the effect on overall image brightness, which makes shooting under difficult lighting conditions easier than ever before.

• Keystone Correction (page 130)

A simple operation corrects for keystoning, which occurs when you record the image of a blackboard or poster from an angle.

INTRODUCTION

• Color Correction (page 131)

Simply record the image of an old photograph to restore its colors.

• MOTION PRINT (page 138)

Capture frames from a movie and create still images that are suitable for printing.

• Calendar screen (page 140)

A simple operation displays a full-month calendar on the camera’s monitor screen. Each day of the full-month calendar shows a thumbnail of the first file recorded for that date, which helps to make searching for a particular file quicker and easier.

• Connect the camera to a TV and use the TV screen for image recording and viewing (page 148)

• World Time (page 165)

A simple operation sets the current time for your current location. You can select from among 162 cities in 32 time zones.

• Support for SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards, and MMC (MultiMedia Cards) for memory expansion (page 171)

• Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) (page 179)

Images can be printed easily in the sequence you want using a DPOF compatible printer. DPOF can also be used when specifying images and quantities for printing by professional print services.

• PictBridge and USB DIRECT-PRINT support (page 183)

Connect directly to a PictBridge or USB DIRECT-PRINT compatible printer and you can print images without going through a computer.

• PRINT Image Matching III Compatible (page 188)

Images include PRINT Image Matching setting and other camera setup information). A printer that supports PRINT Image Matching adjusts the printed image accordingly, so your images come out just the way you intended when you recorded them.

• Transfer images to a computer simply by connecting the camera (pages 189, 196)

• DCF Data Storage (page 201)

DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) data storage protocol provides image compatibility between the digital camera and printers.

III

data (mode

III

reads this data and

INTRODUCTION

• Bundled with Photo Loader and Photohands (pages 208, 211, 217)

Your camera comes bundled with Photo Loader, the popular application that automatically loads images from your camera to your PC. It also comes with Photohands, and application that makes image retouching quick and easy.

Precautions

■ General Precautions

Be sure to observe the following important precautions whenever using the EX-Z6/EX-Z7.

All references in this manual to “camera” refer to the CASIO EX-Z6/EX-Z7 Digital Camera.

• Never try to take pictures or use the built-in display while operating a motor vehicle or while walking. Doing so creates the risk of serious accident.

• Never try to open the case of the camera or attempt your own repairs. High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric shock when exposed. Always leave maintenance and repair work up to a CASIO authorized service center.

• Keep the small parts and accessories of this camera out of the reach of small children. If swallowed accidentally, contact your physician immediately.

• Never fire the flash in the direction of a person operating a motor vehicle. Doing so can interfere with the driver’s vision and create the risk of accident.

INTRODUCTION

• Never fire the flash while it is too close to the subject’s eyes. Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired too close to the eyes. This is especially true with young children. When using the flash, the camera should be at least one meter (3.3´) from the eyes of the subject.

• Keep the camera away from water and other liquids, and never let it get wet. Moisture creates the risk of fire and electric shock. Never use the camera outdoors in the rain or snow, at the seashore or beach, in the bathroom, etc.

• Should foreign matter or water ever get into the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery and/or unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Using the camera under these conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock.

• Should you ever notice smoke or a strange odor coming out of the camera, immediately turn it off. Next, taking care you do not burn your fingers, remove the camera’s battery and/or unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center. Using the camera under these conditions creates the risk of fire and electric shock. After making sure there is no more smoke coming from the camera, take it to your nearest CASIO authorized service center for repair. Never attempt your own maintenance.

• At least once a year, unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet and clean the area around the prongs of the plug. Dust build up around the prongs can create the risk of fire.

• If the camera’s case should ever become cracked due to dropping it or otherwise subjecting it to rough treatment, immediately turn it off. Next, remove the camera’s battery and/or unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet, and contact your dealer or nearest CASIO authorized service center.

• Never use the camera inside of an aircraft or in any other area where its use is prohibited. Doing so creates the risk of accident.

• Physical damage and malfunction of this camera can cause the data stored in its memory to be deleted. Always keep backup copies of data by transferring them to personal computer memory.

• Never open the battery cover while an image is being recorded. Doing so will not only make storage of the current image impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored in file memory.

INTRODUCTION

■ Test for proper operation before using the camera!

Before using the camera to record important images, make sure you first record a number of test images and check the results to ensure that the camera is configured correctly and operating properly.

■ Data Error Precautions

• Your digital camera is manufactured using precision

digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of corruption of data in file memory.

— Removing the battery or memory card while the

camera is performing a record or memory access operation

— Removing the battery, removing the memory card

while the operation lamp is still flashing green after you turn off the camera

— Disconnecting the USB cable while a data

communication operation is being performed — Low battery power — Other abnormal operations

Any of the above conditions can cause an error message to appear on the monitor screen (page 232). Follow the instructions provided by the message to eliminate the cause of the error.

■ Operating conditions

• This camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• Do not use or keep the camera in the following areas.

— In areas subject to direct sunlight — In areas subject to high humidity or dust — Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject

to temperature extremes

— Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the

sun

— In areas subject to strong vibration

INTRODUCTION

■ Condensation

• When you bring the camera indoors on a cold day or otherwise expose it to a sudden change of temperature, there is the possibility that condensation can form on the exterior or on interior components. Condensation can cause malfunction of the camera, so you should avoid exposing it to conditions that might cause condensation.

• To keep condensation from forming, place the camera into a plastic bag before moving it into a location that is much warmer or colder than your current location. Leave it in the plastic bag until the air inside the bag has a chance to reach the same temperature as the new location. If condensation does form, remove the battery from the camera and leave the battery cover open for a few hours.

■ Power Supply

• Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported.

• This camera does not have a separate battery for the clock. The date and time will reset whenever the camera is not supplied power by the battery for about 30 hours. Be sure to reconfigure these settings after power is interrupted (page 163).

• Never remove the battery from the camera while the camera is turned on. Doing so can damage the camera. If you mistakenly remove the battery, immediately reinsert it into the camera and press the power button to turn power back on.

■ Lens

• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction.

• You may sometimes notice some distortion in certain types of images, such as a slight bend in lines that should be straight. This is due to the characteristics of lens, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera.

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■ Caring for your camera

• Fingerprints, dust, or any other soiling of the lens can interfere with proper image recording. Never touch the lens with your fingers. You can remove dust particles from the lens surface by using a lens blower to blow them off. Next, wipe the surface of the lens with a soft lens cloth.

• Fingerprints, dirt, and other foreign matter on the flash can interfere with proper operation of the camera. Avoid touching the flash. If the flash becomes dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

• If the exterior of the camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

■ Monitor Screen Images

• The images that normally appear on the monitor screen during image playback are smaller than normal, and so you cannot see all of the detail of the actual image. Your camera has an image zoom feature (page 126) which you can use to enlarge the monitor screen image. You can use this feature for on-the-spot checks of important images.

■ Other

• The camera may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction.

QUICK START GUIDE

First, charge the battery!

Charge the rechargeable litium ion battery (NP-20) that comes with the camera (page 31).

• It takes about 90 minutes to achieve a full charge.

[CHARGE] lamp lights red during charging. [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging is complete.

Load the battery into the camera. (page 34).

Stopper

(–) marks

QUICK START GUIDE

To configure display language and clock settings

• Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images. See page 47 for details.

• If you make a mistake when setting the language or clock with the following procedure, you will need to use the camera’s menu to individually change the language (page 167) or clock (page 163) settings.

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

[왖]

[왗][왘]

[왔]

[SET]

Press the power button to turn on the camera.

Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the language you want.

Press [SET] to register the language setting.

Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the geographical area you want, and then press [SET].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the city you want, and then press [SET].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the date format setting you want, and then press [SET].

Set the date and the time.

Press [SET] to register the clock settings and exit the setting screen.

QUICK START GUIDE

To record an image

Auto recording icon

See page 50 for details.

Press [ ] (REC).

• This enters the REC (recording) mode.

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Point the camera at the subject, use the monitor screen to compose the image, and then press the shutter button half way.

• When the camera finishes its Auto Focus operation, the focus frame will turn green and the operation lamp lights

Focus frame

green.

Holding the camera still, gently press the shutter button all the way down.

Operation lamp

The camera’s built in memory can record only a few images and is intended for testing the camera or for emergency purposes only. Using a memory card provides more capacity you can use to store more images, high-quality and large-size images, and longer movies. In order to be able to use a commercially available memory card, you first need to format it using the camera’s formatting procedure. For details about formatting a memory card, see page 174.

QUICK START GUIDE

To view a recorded image

See page 124 for details.

Press [ ] (PLAY).

• This enters the PLAY (playback) mode.

Use [왗] and [왘] to scroll through the images.

To delete an image

See page 152 for details.

2, 3, 4, 5

Press [ ] (PLAY).

Press [왔] ( ).

Use [왗] and [왘] to display the image you want to delete.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Delete”.

• To exit the image delete operation without deleting anything, select “Cancel”.

Press [SET] to delete the image.

GETTING READY

This section contains information about things you need to know about and do before trying to use the camera.

About This Manual

This section contains information about the conventions used in this manual.

■ Terminology

The following table defines the terminology used in this manual.

This term as used in this manual:

“camera”

“file memory”

“battery”

“digital noise”

Means this:

The CASIO EX-Z6/EX-Z7 Digital Camera

The location where the camera is currently storing images you record (page 51)

The NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery

Tiny flecks or “snow” in a recorded image or on the monitor screen, which makes the image look grainy.

■ Button Operations

Button operations are indicated by the button name inside of brackets ([ ]).

■ On-screen Text

On-screen text is always enclosed by double quotation marks (“ ”).

■ Supplementary Information

• IMPORTANT! indicates very important information you need to know in order to use the camera correctly.

• NOTE indicates information that is useful when operating the camera.

■ About the monitor screen images in this

manual

All the monitor screen images in this manual show the EXZ7. See the accompanying text for information differences between the EX-Z6 and EX-Z7.

GETTING READY

■ File Memory

The term “file memory” in this manual is a general term that refers to the location where your camera is currently storing the images you record. File memory can be any one of the following three locations.

• The camera’s built-in memory

• An SD memory card or SDHC memory card loaded in the

camera

• A MultiMediaCard loaded in the camera

For more information about how the camera stores images, see page 201.

General Guide

The following illustrations show the names of each component, button, and switch on the camera.

Camera

■ Front

1 Shutter button

2 Power button 3 Self-timer lamp 4 Microphone 5 Lens 6 Flash

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■ Back

7 Operation lamp 8 Zoom button 9 Strap ring 0 [ ] (PLAY mode) button A [ ] (REC mode) button B [왖][왔][왗][왘] C [SET] button D [BS] (BEST SHOT) button E [MENU] button F Monitor Screen

9 : A

[왖]

[왗][왘]

[왔]

■ Bottom

G Memory card slot H Stopper I Battery cover J Battery compartment K USB/AV connector L Tripod screw hole

* Use this hole when attaching to a tripod.

M Speaker

[SET]

GETTING READY

Lithium Ion Battery Charger

1 [CHARGE] lamp 2 Contacts 3 AC jack

GETTING READY

Monitor Screen Contents

The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status.

• Note that the example screens in this chapter are for illustrative purposes only. They do not exactly match the screen

contents actually produced on the camera.

REC Mode

■ Screen Indicators

2 467

J I

1 Flash mode indicator

A B C

(page 63)

Auto Flash

Flash Off

Flash On

Soft Flash

Red-eye reduction

• appears momentarily when you select Auto Flash as the flash mode, and then disappears.

• If the camera detects that flash is required while auto flash is selected, the flash on indicator will appear when the shutter button is pressed half way.

3 White balance indicator

2 Focus mode indicator

(page 74)

Auto Focus

Macro

Pan Focus

Infinity

Manual Focus

• When you select Auto Focus with Key Customize (page

112), appears only briefly, and then disappears from the display.

(page 84)

Auto

AWB

Daylight

Overcast

Shade

Day White Fluorescent

Daylight Fluorescent

Tungsten

Manual

• When you select Auto with Key Customize (page 112),

appears only briefly,

AWB

and then disappears from the display.

4 Continuous Shutter

mode (page 87)

None Single shot

Normal-speed Continuous Shutter

High-speed Continuous Shutter

Flash Continuous Shutter

5 Self-timer (page 68)

None 1-Image

Self-timer 10 sec

Self-timer 2 sec

Triple self-timer

6 Recording types

Auto recording

BEST SHOT

easy

Movie

Voice Recording

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7 Metering mode indicator

(page 118)

None Multi

Center Weighted

Spot

8 • Snapshots: Image size

(page 71)

9 • Snapshots: Memory capacity

(pages 53, 234)

• Movies: Remaining recording time (page 104)

0 • Snapshots: Image quality

(page 73)

F : Fine N : Normal E : Economy

• Movies: Image quality (page 103)

HQ : High Quality NORMAL : Normal LP : Long Play

A ISO sensitivity

(page 117)

B Aperture value (page 53)

C Shutter speed value

(page 53)

D Date and time

(page 166)

E Timestamp indicator

(EX-Z7 only) (page 122)

F EV value (page 82)

G Battery capacity

(page 36)

H Histogram (page 109)

I Anti Shake indicator

(page 94)

J Focus frame

(page 52)

• Focusing complete: Green

• Focusing failed: Red

NOTE

• An out of range aperture, shutter speed, or ISO sensitivity setting causes the corresponding monitor screen value to turn amber.

• Changing the setting of any one of the following functions will cause Icon Help (page 114) text to appear on the monitor screen. You can turn off Icon Help if you want. Flash mode, Focus mode, White balance, Self-timer, Recording type, EV shift

GETTING READY

K Digital zoom indicator (page 61)

L Zoom indicator (page 61)

• Left side indicates optical zoom.

• Right side indicates digital zoom.

PLAY Mode

1 PLAY mode file type

Snapshot

Movie

Audio Snapshot

Voice Recording

2 Image protection

indicator (page 155)

12 3

0AB

3 Folder name/File name

(page 154)

Example : When a file named CIMG0023.JPG is stored in a folder named 100CASIO

100-0023

Folder name File name

4 • Snapshots: Image quality

(page 73) F : Fine N : Normal E : Economy

• Movies: Recording time (page 104)

4 5

6 7 8 9

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5 • Snapshots: Image Size

(page 71)

• Movies: Image quality (page 103) HQ : High Quality NORMAL : Normal LP : Long Play

6 ISO sensitivity (page 117)

7 Aperture value

(page 53)

8 Shutter speed value

(page 53)

9 Date and time

(page 166)

0 Metering mode indicator

(page 118)

Multi

Center Weighted

Spot

A White balance indicator

(page 84)

Auto

AWB

Daylight

Overcast

Shade

Day White Fluorescent

Daylight Fluorescent

Tungsten

Manual

B Flash mode indicator

(page 63)

Flash On

Flash Off

Soft Flash

Red-eye reduction

C Recording types

Auto recording, easy

BEST SHOT

D Battery capacity

(page 36)

E Histogram (page 109)

F EV value (page 82)

IMPORTANT!

• Some information may not display properly if you display an image that was recorded using a different digital camera model.

GETTING READY

Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen

Each press of [왖] (DISP) changes the contents of the monitor screen as shown below.

■ REC Mode

Indicators on Histogram on

Indicators off

■ PLAY Mode

Indicators on Histogram/Details on

Indicators off

GETTING READY

IMPORTANT!

• Pressing [왖] (DISP) will not change monitor screen contents during standby or recording of an audio snapshot.

• You can use [왖] (DISP) to turn off the monitor screen only when voice recording in the REC mode. You cannot turn off the monitor screen for any other recording function.

• Pressing [왖] (DISP) in the Voice Recording REC mode toggles the monitor screen on (“indicators on”) and off. While a Voice Recording file is displayed in the PLAY mode, pressing [왖] (DISP) toggles between “indicators on” and “indicators off”.

• When playing back the content of a Voice Recording file while “indicators off” is selected (Voice Recording file icon only on the monitor screen), the monitor screen will go black about two seconds after you press [SET] to start playback. The Voice Recording file icon (indicators off) will reappear after playback is complete.

Attaching the Strap

Attach the strap to the strap ring as shown in the illustration.

Strap ring

IMPORTANT!

• Be sure to keep the strap around your wrist when using the camera to protect against accidentally dropping it.

• The supplied strap is intended for use with this camera only. Do not use it for any other purpose.

• Never swing the camera around by the strap.

GETTING READY

Power Requirements

Your camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-20).

The battery is not fully charged when you use the camera for the first time after purchasing it. You need to charge the battery before using the camera for the first time.

To charge the battery

Correctly positioning the positive and negative terminals of the battery, load the lithium ion battery into the battery charger.

• Making sure that the positive and negative contacts are aligned correctly, load the battery into the battery charger. Note that the battery will not charge properly if it is not positioned correctly in the battery charger.

GETTING READY

Plug the battery charger into a household power outlet.

• This will cause the [CHARGE] lamp to turn red.

• Charging will take about 90 minutes.

[CHARGE] lamp

Battery Charger

AC power cord

NOTE

• The bundled battery charger is designed for operation with any power supply in the range of 100V to 240V AC, 50/60Hz. This means the battery charger can be used in various countries around the world. Note, however, that there may be some problems with the AC power cord withstand voltage and with the configuration of power outlet shapes in certain geographic areas. Before trying to use the battery charger in another country, be sure to check with your travel agent concerning the local power supply.

GETTING READY

The [CHARGE] lamp goes out when charging is complete.

After charging is complete, unplug the battery charger from the power outlet, and remove the battery from it.

• Always unplug the battery charger from the power outlet and remove the battery whenever you are not charging.

IMPORTANT!

•

If the battery or battery charger is very hot or cold when you start charging or if it becomes hot during charging, the battery charger will enter a standby state, which is indicated when its [CHARGE] lamp goes out. Charging will resume when the temperature returns to the allowable charging temperature range, which is indicated when the [CHARGE] lamp turns red.

• Charging after removing it from the camera can result in only partial charging. Give charging it.

• Battery discharges slightly even when it is left without loading it into the camera. Because of this, it is recommended that you charge immediately before you need to use it.

• Charging the battery may cause interference with TV and radio reception. If this happens, plug the charger into an outlet that is further away from the TV or radio.

• Dirty charger contacts and/or battery terminals can make proper charging impossible. Be sure to wipe contacts and terminals occasionally with a dry cloth to keep them clean.

the

battery while it is still warm immediately

the

battery time to cool before

the

battery

GETTING READY

To load the battery

Slide the battery cover on the bottom of the camera in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then swing it open.

With the EXILIM logo on the battery facing upwards (in the direction of the monitor screen), hold the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow as you slide the battery into the camera.

Stopper

NP-20

(–) marks

• Push the bottom of the battery, and make sure that the stopper securely locks the battery in place.

GETTING READY

Swing the battery cover closed, and then slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow.

IMPORTANT!

• Use only the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not supported.

■ If the camera does not work normally

This can mean there is a problem with how the battery is loaded. Perform the following steps.

Remove the battery from the camera and check the battery contacts for dirt. If the contacts are dirty, wipe them clean with a dry cloth.

Check to make sure that the AC power cord is connected securely to the power outlet and battery charger.

• If the same symptoms occur again after taking the above steps, contact a CASIO authorized service center.

GETTING READY

Low Battery Indicator

The following shows how the battery capacity indicator on the monitor screen changes as battery power is used. The

indicator means that remaining battery power is low. Note that you will not be able to record images while the battery indicator is . Charge the battery immediately whenever either of these indicators appears.

Battery Level High Low

Indicator

IMPORTANT!

• See page 237 for information about battery life.

• Due to differences in the power requirements of each

mode, the battery indicator may show a lower level in the PLAY mode than what it shows in the REC mode. This is normal, and does not indicate malfunction.

■ Tips to Make the Battery Last Longer

• If you do not need the flash while recording, select (flash off) for the flash mode. See page 63 for more information.

• Enable the Auto Power Off and the Sleep features (page

42) to protect against wasting battery power when you forget to turn off the camera.

GETTING READY

To replace the battery

Open the battery cover.

Pull the stopper in the direction indicated by the arrow.

• This will cause the battery to come part way out of the slot.

Stopper

Release the stopper and pull the battery from the camera.

• Take care so you do not drop the battery.

Load a new battery into the camera (page 34).

GETTING READY

Power Supply Precautions

Note the following precautions when handling or using the battery and the charger.

■ Battery Handling Precautions

● SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Be sure to read the following Safety Precautions before using the battery for the first time.

NOTE

• The term “battery” in this manual refers to the CASIO NP-20 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery.

• Use only the battery charger (BC-11L) that comes with the camera or the optionally available USB cradle (CA-32) to charge the special NP-20 rechargeable lithium ion battery. Never use any other charging device.

• Failure to observe any of the following precautions while using the battery creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion. — Never try to use the battery to power any device

other than this camera.

— Never use or leave the battery near open flame. — Never place the battery in a microwave oven, throw

it into fire, or otherwise expose it to intense heat.

— Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when you

load it into the camera or attach it to the charger.

— Never carry or store the battery together with items

that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead, etc.)

— Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in any

way, or expose it to strong impact.

— Do not immerse the battery in fresh water or salt

water.

— Do not use or leave the battery under direct

sunlight, in an automobile parked in the sun, or in any other area subject to high temperatures.

GETTING READY

• Should you ever notice any of the following conditions while using, charging, or storing a battery, immediately remove it from the camera or charger, and keep it away from open flame:

— Fluid leaking — Emission of a strange odor — Heat emission — Battery discoloration — Battery deformation — Any other battery abnormality

• If the battery does not achieve full charge after the

normal charging time has passed, stop charging. Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire, and explosion.

• Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery fluid get into your eyes accidentally, immediately rinse them with clean tap water and then consult a physician.

• If the battery is to be used by young children, make sure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the precautions and proper handling instructions and make sure that they handle the battery correctly.

• Should fluid from the battery accidentally get onto clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can cause skin irritation.

● PRECAUTIONS DURING USE

• This lithium ion battery is intended for use with a CASIO Digital Camera only. For details about the camera models that this battery can be wed with, see the user documentation that comes with your camera.

• Use of a battery in cold environments shortens the operating time you can expect on a full charge. Charge the battery in a location where the temperature is in the range of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). Charging outside this temperature range can cause charging to take longer than normal or even cause charging to fail.

• Very limited operation following a full charge indicates that the battery has reached the end of its service life. Replace the battery with a new one.

• Never wipe the battery with thinner, benzene, alcohol, or other volatile agents or chemically treated rags. Doing so can cause deformation of the battery and lead to malfunction.

GETTING READY

● BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS

• Make sure you remove the battery from the camera when you do not plan to use it for a long time. A battery left in the camera discharges very small amounts of power even when power is turned off, which can lead to a dead battery or the need for longer charging before the next use.

• Store the battery in a cool, dry place (20°C (68°F) or lower).

● USING THE BATTERY

• When transporting a battery, keep it either loaded in the camera or stored in its case.

■ Battery Charger Precautions

• Never plug the battery charger into an outlet whose voltage rating is different from that marked on the battery charger. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock.

• Never plug in or unplug the battery charger while your hands are wet. Doing so creates the risk of electric shock.

• Do not plug the battery charger into an outlet or extension cord that is shared by other devices. Doing so creates the risk of fire, malfunction, and electric shock.

• The battery charger becomes slightly warm during charging. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.

• Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet whenever you are not using it.

• Always make sure that the battery charger is on a level surface when using it for charging.

GETTING READY

Turning the Camera On and Off

■ To turn on the camera

Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY). The operation lamp will light green momentarily, and then power will turn on. The mode the camera enters depends on which button you pressed to turn it on.

To enter this mode at startup:

REC

PLAY

Power button

Press this button to turn on the camera:

Power button or [ ] (REC)

] (PLAY)

[

Operation lamp

[ ] (PLAY)

[ ] (REC)

NOTE

• Pressing [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera enters the REC mode, while pressing [ ] (PLAY) enters the PLAY mode.

• Pressing [ ] (PLAY) while in the REC mode switches to the PLAY mode. The lens retracts about 10 seconds after switching modes.

IMPORTANT!

• If camera power is turned off by the Auto Power Off feature, press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn it back on again.

• Pressing the power button or [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera also causes the lens to extend. Take care to avoid any interference with the lens operation or allowing anything to strike the lens when it is extended.

GETTING READY

■ To turn off the camera

Press the power button to turn off the camera.

NOTE

• You can setup the camera so it does not turn on when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY), or to turn off when you press [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY). For details, see “Configuring [ ] (REC) and [ ] (PLAY) Power On/Off Functions” on page 169.

Configuring Power Saving Settings

You can configure the settings described below to conserve battery power.

Sleep : Automatically turns off the monitor

Auto Power Off : Turns off power if you do not perform

Turn on the camera.

Press [MENU].

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “Set Up” tab.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the feature whose

screen if no operation is performed for a specified amount of time in the REC mode. Performing any button operation causes the monitor screen to turn back on.

any operation for a specified amount of time.

setting you want to configure, and then press [왘].

GETTING READY

● See “Using the On-screen Menus” (page 44) for information about how to use menus.

To configure this feature: Select this setting:

Sleep Sleep

Auto Power Off Auto Power Off

Use [왖] and [왔] to change the currently selected setting, and then press [SET].

• Available Sleep settings are: “30 sec”, “1 min”, “2 min”, and “Off”.

• Available Auto Power Off settings are: “2 min” and “5 min”.

• Note that the Sleep feature does not operate in the

PLAY mode.

• Pressing any button while the camera is in the Sleep state immediately turns the monitor screen back on.

• The Auto Power Off and Sleep features are disabled in the following cases.

— When the camera is connected to a computer or

some other device

— While playing back a voice recording file

— While a movie is being recorded

— While playing back a movie

GETTING READY

Using the On-screen Menus

Pressing [MENU] displays menus on the monitor screen that you can use to perform various operations. The menu that appears depends on whether you are in the REC mode or the PLAY mode. The following shows an example menu procedure in the REC mode.

Press the power button or [ ] (REC).

• If you want to enter the PLAY mode instead, press [ ] (PLAY).

Power button

[ ][ ]

Press [MENU].

[MENU]

[왗]

[왔]

[SET ]

[왖]

[왘]

Selection cursor (indicates the currently selected item)

Tab

Settings

GETTING READY

● Menu Screen Operations

When you want to do this:

Move between tabs

Move from the tab to the settings

Move from the settings to the tab

Move between the settings

Display the options available for a setting

Select an option

Apply the setting and exit the menu screen

Apply the setting and return to tab selection

Exit the menu screen

Do this:

Press [왗] and [왘].

Press [왔].

Press [왖].

Press [왖] and [왔].

Press [왘] or press [SET].

Press [왖] and [왔].

Press [SET].

Press [왗].

Press [MENU].

Press [왗] or [왘] to select the tab you want, and then press [SET] to move the selection cursor from the tab to the settings.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the feature whose setting you want to configure, and then press [왘].

• Instead of pressing [왘], you could also press [SET].

Use [왖] and [왔] to change the currently

Example: To select the

“Focus” item.

selected setting.

GETTING READY

Perform one of the following operations to apply the setting you configured.

To do this:

Apply the setting and exit the menu screen.

Apply the setting and return to feature selection in step 4*.

Apply the setting and return to tab selection in step 3.

* In the case of easy Mode (page 55), pressing [왗] will

apply the setting and exit the setting screen without returning to feature selection in step 4.

IMPORTANT!

• See “Menu Reference” on page 220 for more information about menus.

• Entering the easy mode (page 55) changes display contents to four menu items each, using larger size characters. The easy mode also displays simple onscreen help.

Perform this key operation:

Press [SET].

Press [왗].

1. Press [왗].

2. Use [왖] to move back up to tab selection.

Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings

Be sure to configure the following settings before using the camera to record images.

• Display language

• Home city

• Date Style

• Date and time

Note that the current date and time settings are used by the camera to generate the date and time that are stored along with image data, etc.

IMPORTANT!

• Recording images without configuring the clock settings causes incorrect time information to be registered. Be sure to configure the clock settings before using the camera.

GETTING READY

• A built-in backup battery retains the date and time settings of the camera for about 30 hours if the camera is not supplied with power. Date and time settings will be cleared when the backup battery goes dead. The following are the conditions when power is not being supplied to the camera. — When the rechargeable battery is dead or

removed from the camera

• The date and time setting screen will appear on the monitor screen the next time you turn on the camera after the date and time settings have been cleared. If this happens, reconfigure the date and time settings.

• The time and date setting is used by the Time Stamp feature and the DPOF date stamp (pages 122, 179).

To configure display language and clock settings

Press the power button, [ ] (REC) or [ ] (PLAY) to turn on the camera.

Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the language you want, and then press [SET].

: Japanese

English : English

Français : French

Deutsch : German

Español : Spanish

Italiano : Italian

Português : Portuguese

: Chinese (Complex)

: Chinese (Simplified)

: Korean

GETTING READY

Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the geographical area where you live, and then press [SET].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the date format setting you want, and then press [SET].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the name of the city where you live, and then press [SET].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the summer time (DST) setting you want, and then press [SET].

When you want to do this:

Keep time using summer time (Daylight Saving Time)

Keep time using standard time

Select this setting:

Off

Example: December 24, 2006

To display the date like this:

06/12/24

24/12/06

12/24/06

Select this format:

YY/MM/DD

DD/MM/YY

MM/DD/YY

GETTING READY

Set the current date and the time.

To do this:

Change the setting at the current cursor location

Move the cursor between settings

Toggle between 12-hour and 24hour timekeeping

Press [SET] to register the settings and exit

Do this:

Press [왖] and [왔].

Press [왗] and [왘].

Press [BS].

the setting screen.

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

This section describes the basic procedure for recording an image.

Recording an Image

Aiming the Camera

Use both hands to hold the camera still when shooting an image. Holding the camera with one hand increases the chance of movement, which can blur your images.

• Horizontal Hold the camera still in both hands, with your arms firmly against your sides.

• Vertical When holding the camera vertically, make sure that the flash is above the lens. Hold the camera still with both hands.

IMPORTANT!

• Make sure your fingers and the strap do not block the flash, microphone, self-timer lamp or lens.

Flash Self-timer lamp

Microphone

Lens

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

• There is a speaker on the bottom of the camera. The operation sound and other sounds can become difficult to hear if you cover the speaker with your hand while holding it.

Speaker

NOTE

• Moving the camera as you press the shutter button or while the Auto Focus operation is being performed (when you press the shutter button half way) can cause blurring of the image. Press the shutter button carefully, taking care to avoid camera movement. This is especially important when available lighting is low, which slows down the shutter speed.

Recording an Image

Your camera automatically adjusts shutter speed in accordance with the brightness of the subject. Images you record are stored in the camera’s built-in memory, or to a memory card if you have one loaded in the camera.

• When an optionally available SD memory card, SDHC memory card, or MultiMediaCard (MMC) is loaded in the camera, images are stored on the card (page 171).

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Press the power button or [ ] (REC) to turn on the camera.

Power button

• This causes the image and the auto recording icon ( ) to appear on the monitor screen, and then enters the currently selected recording mode. If the auto recording icon ( ) is not displayed, use the procedure on page 89 to select the “Auto” scene. This should cause the auto recording icon to appear.

• If the camera is in the PLAY mode when it turns on, the message “There are no files.” will appear if you do not have any images stored in memory yet. In addition, the icon will be visible at the top of the display. If this happens, press [ ] (REC) to enter the currently selected recording mode.

[ ]

Compose the image on the monitor screen so the main subject is within the focus frame.

• The focusing range of the camera depends on focus mode you are using (page 74).

Auto recording icon

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Focus frame

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Press the shutter button half way to focus the image.

• When you press the shutter button half way, the camera’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses the image, and displays the shutter speed value, the aperture value, and the ISO sensitivity.

• You can tell whether the image is focused by observing the focus frame and the operation lamp.

Shutter button

Operation lamp

● Operation Lamp and Focus Frame Operation

When you see this:

Green focus frame Green operation lamp

Red focus frame Flashing green operation lamp

It means this:

The image is in focus.

The image is not in focus.

• The monitor screen uses various indicators and icons to keep you informed of the camera’s status.

Continuous Shutter mode

White balance

Focus mode

Flash mode

Self-timer

Recording types

Metering mode indicator

EV shift

ISO sensitivity Aperture value

Shutter speed value

Memory capacity (Snapshots)

Image quality (Snapshots)

Image size (Snapshots)

Date and time

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

*1 The size of the opening (aperture) that allows light

passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A larger aperture value indicates a smaller opening for light to pass through. The camera adjusts this setting automatically.

*2 The amount of time the shutter remains open, allowing

light passing through the lens to reach the CCD. A larger shutter speed value indicates that the shutter remains open longer, which means more light reaches the CCD. The camera adjusts this setting automatically.

After making sure that the image is focused properly, press the shutter button the rest of the way down to record.

• The number of images you can record depends on the image size and the image quality setting you are using (pages 71, 73, 234).

Shutter button

IMPORTANT!

• If you press the shutter button all the way without waiting for Auto Focus while Quick Shutter is turned on (page 76), the camera will record the image using a high-speed focus operation that is much faster than normal Auto Focus. This helps to ensure that you are able to capture exactly the moment you want.

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Using the easy Mode

The easy mode eliminates troublesome setups. This mode is recommended for those who are new to digital imaging.

In the REC mode, press [MENU] .

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “REC” tab.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “easy Mode”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “On”, and then press [SET].

• This enters the easy mode and causes “ ” to appear on the monitor screen.

Compose the image on the monitor screen so the subject is within the focus frame.

Press the shutter button half way to focus the image.

• The focus frame will turn green and operation lamp will light green when focusing is complete.

After making sure that the image is focused properly, press the shutter button the rest of the way down to record.

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

■ Using the easy Menu

The easy menu contains flash, self-timer, and image size settings, plus an item for exiting the easy mode.

• While the camera is in the easy mode, all the other settings (besides Self-timer, Image Size, and easy Mode) on the REC tab menu (page 220) and Quality tab menu (page 221) are fixed at preset optimum values. Any settings you configured on these tabs are not used in the easy mode.

• To use the Set Up tab menu (page 221), you need to exit the easy mode. To do this, select the “easy Mode” item in step 2 of the following procedure, and then select in step 3. After that, you can use the Setup tab menu as you normally do.

Press [MENU].

• The easy menu displays larger text than standard menus.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the menu item you want, and then press [SET].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

Menu Item:

Flash

Self-timer

Image Size

easy Mode

Exit Menu

* Underlined settings indicate initial defaults.

• See the following sections for full details about the “Flash”, “Self-timer”, or “Image Size” settings. — Using the Flash (page 63) — Using the Self-timer (page 68) — Specifying Image Size (page 71)

Available Settings:

(Auto Flash) / (Flash On) /

(Flash Off)

(10-second self-timer) /

EX-Z7: / /

EX-Z6: / /

Exit the easy menu

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

• The following are the settings you can select for “easy Mode”.

Select this setting:To do this:

Stay in the easy mode, without switching to another recording type

Switch from the easy mode to a standard recording type

• On-screen pop-up help text provides a brief explanation of each setting.

Recording Precautions

■ Recording Precautions

• Never open the battery cover while the operation lamp is flashing green. Doing so not only causes the current image to be lost, it can also corrupt images already stored in file memory and even lead to malfunction of the camera.

• Never remove the memory card while an image is being recorded to the memory card.

• Fluorescent lighting actually flickers at a frequency that cannot be detected by the human eye. When using the camera indoors under such lighting, you may experience some brightness or color problems with recorded images.

• When “Auto” is selected for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 117), the camera automatically adjusts its sensitivity in accordance with the brightness of the subject. This can cause some digital noise (graininess) to appear in images of relatively dark subjects.

• When recording a dimly lit subject while “Auto” is selected for the ISO sensitivity setting (page 117), the camera increases sensitivity and uses a faster shutter speed. Because of this, you need to guard against camera movement if you have flash turned off (page 63).

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

• Bright light shining on the lens can cause images to appear “washed out”. This tends to happen when recording images outdoors in bright sunlight. To protect against this, use your free hand to shade the lens from the light.

■ About Auto Focus

• Proper focus may be difficult or even impossible when shooting the following types of subjects.

— Solid color walls or subjects with little contrast — Strongly backlit subjects — Very shiny objects — Venetian blinds or other horizontally repeating patterns — Multiple subjects that are varying distances from the

camera

— Subjects in poorly lit areas — Moving subjects — Subjects outside the shooting range of the camera

• Proper focus may also be difficult or impossible if the

camera is moving.

• Note that a green operation lamp and focus frame do not necessarily guarantee that the resulting image will be in focus.

• If Auto Focus does not produce the results you want for some reason, try using focus lock (page 81) or manual focus (page 80).

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

■ About the REC Mode Monitor Screen

• The image shown on the monitor screen in the REC mode is a simplified image for composing purposes. The actual image is recorded in accordance with the image quality setting currently selected on your camera. The image saved in file memory has much better resolution and detail than the REC mode monitor screen image.

• Certain levels of subject brightness can cause the response of the REC mode monitor screen to slow down, which causes some digital noise (graininess) in the monitor screen image.

• Very bright light inside of an image can cause a vertical band to appear in the monitor screen image. This is a CCD phenomenon known as “vertical smear”, and does not indicate malfunction of the camera. Note that vertical smear is not recorded with the image in the case of a snapshot, but it is recorded in the case of a movie (page

102).

Using Zoom

Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Normally, the camera automatically switches over to digital zoom after you reach the maximum limit for optical zoom. You can, however, configure the camera to disable digital zoom, if you want.

Optical Zoom

The optical zoom range is 1X to 3X.

In the REC mode,

Zoom button

press the zoom button to change the zoom factor.

To do this:

Zoom out for a wider view (main subject becomes smaller)

Zoom in for a closer view (main subject becomes larger)

Press this side of the zoom button:

(Wide Angle)

(Telephoto)

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Zoom out Zoom in

Compose the image, and then press the shutter button.

NOTE

• The optical zoom factor also affects the lens aperture.

• Use of a tripod is recommended to protect against hand movement when using the telephoto setting (zoom in).

• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation while recording with the Auto Focus mode, Macro mode or manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen to tell you the focusing range (pages 75, 78, 80).

• Optical zoom is disabled during movie recording. Digital zoom only is available. Make sure you select the optical zoom setting you want to use before you press the shutter button to start movie recording (page 102).

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Digital Zoom

Digital zoom digitally enlarges the part of the image at the center of the image screen. The range of digital zoom is 3X to 12X (in combination with optical zoom).

IMPORTANT!

• When you perform a digital zoom operation, the camera manipulates the image data to enlarge the center of the image. Unlike optical zoom, an image enlarged with digital zoom appears coarser than the original.

• Digital zoom is not supported while date stamping (“Date” or “Date&Time”) is turned on (page 122).

■ To record an image using digital zoom

In the REC mode, hold down the telephoto ( ) side of the zoom button.

• This causes the zoom indicator to appear on the display.

When the zoom pointer reaches the optical/ digital zoom switch over point, it will stop.

Optical Zoom range

1X 3X 12X

Optical/digital zoom switch over point

• The above shows what the zoom indicator looks like when digital zoom is turned on (page 62). The digital zoom range is not displayed when digital zoom is turned off.

Zoom range

Zoom pointer

Digital zoom indicator

Zoom indicator

Digital

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Release the zoom button momentarily, and then hold down its telephoto ( ) side again to move the zoom pointer into the digital zoom range.

• The zoom pointer will also stop when you move the pointer back to the switch over point to re-enter the digital zoom range. Release the zoom button and then hold down its wide angle ( ) side again to move into the digital zoom range.

Compose the image, and then press the shutter button.

■ To turn digital zoom on and off

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “REC” tab.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Digital Zoom”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

To do this:

Turn on digital zoom

Turn off digital zoom

• Only the optical zoom range is displayed in the zoom indicator when digital zoom is turned off.

Select this setting:

Off

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Using the Flash

Perform the following steps to select the flash mode you want to use.

• The approximate effective range of the flash is shown below.

Wide Angle Optical Zoom:

Approximately 0.1 to 3.7 meters (0.3´ to 12.1´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto)

Telephoto Optical Zoom:

Approximately 0.6 to 1.9 meters (2.0´ to 6.2´) (ISO Sensitivity: Auto)

* Depends on zoom factor.

In the REC mode, press [왔] ( ).

• Each press of [왔] ( ) cycles through the flash mode settings described below on the monitor screen.

Flash mode indicator

[

왔

] ( )

To do this:

Have the flash fire automatically when required (Auto Flash)*

Turn off the flash (Flash Off)

Always fire the flash (Flash On)

Always use soft flash, regardless of exposure conditions (Soft Flash)

Fire a pre-flash followed by image recording with flash, reducing the chance of red-eye in the image (Redeye reduction) In this case, the flash fires automatically when required

Select this setting:

* appears momentarily when you select Auto as

the flash mode, and then disappears.

Press the shutter button to record the image.

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IMPORTANT!

• The flash unit of this camera fires a number of times when you record an image. The initial flashes are pre-flashes, which the camera uses to obtain information that it uses for exposure settings. The final flash is for recording. Make sure that you keep the camera still until the shutter releases.

• Using the flash while “Auto” is selected for the ISO Sensitivity setting increases sensitivity, which can cause large amounts of digital noise to appear in the image. You can reduce digital noise by using a lower ISO Sensitivity setting. Note, however, that this also has the effect of shortening the flash range (the range that is covered by the light from the flash) (page 117).

■ Flash On

Select (Flash On) as the flash mode when backlighting causes your subject to appear dark, even though there is enough light to keep the flash from firing automatically. This will cause the flash to fire and illuminate your subject whenever you press the shutter button (daylight synchro flash).

■ Soft Flash

Select (Soft Flash) as the flash mode to suppress flash intensity and shoot with a soft feel.

■ About Red-eye Reduction

Using the flash to record at night or in a dimly lit room can cause red spots inside the eyes of people who are in the image. This happens because the light from the flash reflects off of the retina of the eye.

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

IMPORTANT!

Note the following important points when using redeye reduction.

• Red-eye reduction does not work unless the people in the image are looking directly at the camera during the pre-flash. Before pressing the shutter button, call out to the subjects so they all look at the camera while the pre-flash operation is performed.

• Red-eye reduction may not work very well if the subjects are located far away from the camera.

Flash Unit Status

You can find out the current flash unit status by pressing the shutter button half way and checking the monitor screen and operation lamp.

Operation lamp

The indicator is also shown on the monitor screen when the flash unit is ready to fire.

* Operation lamp

When the operation lamp is this:

Flashing amber

Lit or flashing green *

It means this:

Flash unit is charging

Flash unit is ready to fire

*1 Flashes green when the image is not focused while

using the Auto Focus mode or Macro mode.

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Changing the Flash Intensity Setting

Perform the following steps to change the flash intensity setting.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “Quality” tab.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Flash Intensity”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

To make flash intensity:

Stronger

Normal

Weaker

IMPORTANT!

• Flash intensity may not change if the subject is too far or too close to the camera.

Select this setting:

–1

–2

Using Flash Assist

Recording a subject that is outside the flash range can cause the subject to appear dark in the resulting image, because not enough of the flash reaches the subject. When this happens, you can use flash assist to correct the brightness of the recorded subject, so it appears as if the flash illumination was sufficient.

Flash assist used Flash assist not used

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “Quality” tab.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Flash Assist”, and then press [왘].

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Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

To do this:

Turn on flash assist

Turn off flash assist

IMPORTANT!

• Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects.

• Flash assist may have little effect on your image if you changed any of the following settings when you recorded it.

— Flash intensity (page 66) — Exposure compensation (EV shift) (page 82) — ISO sensitivity (page 117) — Contrast (page 121)

• Using flash assist can cause an increase of digital

noise in recorded images.

Select this setting:

Auto

Off

■ Flash Precautions

• Take care that your fingers do not block the flash when you hold the camera. Covering the flash with your finger can greatly reduce its effectiveness.

• You may not be able to achieve the desired results using the flash if the subject is too close or too far away.

• The flash takes anywhere from a few seconds to as long as 7 seconds to attain full charge after being fired. The actual time required depends on the battery level, temperature, and other conditions.

• The flash unit may not be able to charge when camera battery power is low. If this happens, the flash will not fire properly and you will not be able to obtain the desired exposure. Be sure to charge the camera’s battery as soon as possible when power goes low.

Flash

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

• When the flash is turned off ( ), mount the camera on a tripod to record images in an area where available lighting is dim. Recording images under dim lighting without the flash can cause digital noise, which makes images appear coarse.

• When red-eye reduction ( ) is selected, flash intensity is adjusted automatically in accordance with the exposure. The flash may not fire at all when the subject is brightly lit.

• Using flash in combination with another light source (daylight, fluorescent light, etc.) can result in abnormal image colors.

Using the Self-timer

The self-timer lets you select either a 2-second or 10second delay of the shutter release after you press the shutter button. A Triple Self-timer feature lets you perform three consecutive self-timer operations to record three images.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “REC” tab.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Self-timer”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the self-timer type you want to use, and then press [SET].

• Selecting “Off” in step 4 disables the self-timer.

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

To do this:

Specify a 10-second self-timer

Specify a 2-second self-timer

Specify Triple Self-timer

Disable the self-timer

• This causes an indicator identifying the selected self-timer type to appear on the monitor screen.

• With the Triple Self-timer, the camera records a series of three images in the sequence described below.

Select this setting:

10 sec

2 sec

Off

1. The camera performs a 10-second countdown and then records the first image.

2. The camera prepares to record the next image. The amount of time required for preparation depends on the camera’s current “Size” and “Quality” settings, the type of memory (built-in or card) you are using for image storage, and whether or not the flash is charging.

3. After preparation is complete, the indicator “1sec” appears on the monitor screen, and another image is recorded one second later.

4. Steps 2 and 3 are repeated once more to record the third image.

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Press the shutter

Self-timer lamp

button to record the image.

• When you press the shutter button, the selftimer lamp flashes and the shutter releases after the self-timer reaches the end of its countdown (about 10 seconds or two seconds).

• You can interrupt an ongoing self-timer countdown by pressing the shutter button while the self-timer lamp is flashing.

NOTE

• The “2 sec” self-timer setting is best when shooting with a slow shutter speed, because it helps to avoid blurring of images due to hand movement.

• The following functions are not available for use in combination with the Triple Self-timer. BEST SHOT recording (“Business Cards and Documents”, “Whiteboard, etc.”, “Old Photo”, “Movie”)

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Specifying Image Size

“Image size” is the size of the image, expressed as the number of vertical and horizontal pixels. A “pixel” is one of the many tiny dots that make up the image. More pixels provide finer detail when an image is printed, but a higher pixel count also causes the image’s file size to be larger. You can select an image size to suit your needs for greater detail or smaller file size.

• Note that this setting is valid for snapshots only. For information about movie image size, see page 103.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “Quality” tab.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Size”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

• When selecting the image size, the image size value (pixels) will alternate on the display with a corresponding print size. The print size indicates the optimum paper size when you print an image that is the image size you select.

EX-Z7

Image Size

3072 × 2304

7M*

3072 × 2048

(3:2)

2560 × 1920

2048 × 1536

1600 × 1200

640 × 480

VGA

Print Size

A3 Print

A3 Print (3:2 horizontal-tovertical ratio)

A3 Print

A4 Print

3.5˝ × 5˝ Print

E-mail (optimum size when attaching image to e-mail)

Larger

Smaller

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

EX-Z6 • Selecting the “7M (3:2) (3072 × 2048 (3:2))” (EX-Z7)

Image Size

2816 × 2112

6M*

2816 × 1872

(3:2)

2304 × 1728

2048 × 1536

1600 × 1200

640 × 480

VGA

* “M” stands for “Mega.”

Print Size

A3 Print

A3 Print (3:2 horizontal-tovertical ratio)

A4 Print

3.5˝ × 5˝ Print

E-mail (optimum size when attaching image to e-mail)

Larger

Smaller

or “6M (3:2) (2816 × 1872 (3:2))” (EX-Z6) image size records images with a 3:2 (horizontal:vertical) aspect ratio, which is optimal for printing on photographic paper with an aspect ratio of 3:2.

• The above print sizes are all approximate values when printing at a resolution of 200 dpi (dots per inch). Use a larger setting when you want to print at a higher resolution or when you plan to produce a larger size print.

• In order to obtain the level of resolution for which your camera is designed, recording at a maximum image size is recommended. Use a smaller image size when you want to conserve memory capacity.

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Specifying Image Quality

Compressing an image before storage can cause a deterioration of its quality. The more an image is compressed, the greater the loss of quality. The image quality setting specifies the compression ratio to be used when an image is stored in memory. You can select an image quality setting to suit your needs for higher quality or smaller file size.

• Note that this setting is valid for snapshots only. For information about movie image quality, see page 103.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the “Quality” tab.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ Quality”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

To get this:

High image quality, large file size

Normal image quality and normal file size

Low image quality, small file size

IMPORTANT!

• Actual file size depends on the type of image you record. This means that the remaining image capacity noted on the monitor screen may not be exactly accurate (pages 26, 234).

Select this setting:

Fine

Normal

Economy

Higher Quality

Lower Quality

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Selecting the Focus Mode

You can select one of five different focus modes: Auto Focus, Macro, Pan Focus, Infinity, and Manual Focus.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

To do this:

Adjusts focus automatically

• Auto Focus cannot be selected during movie recording.

Close-up recording

• During movie recording, Macro mode uses fixed focus that is optimized for macro recording.

Focus adjusted on a certain subject distance

Infinity recording

Manual focus recording

Select this setting:

(Auto Focus)

Macro (Close-up)

(Pan Focus)

(Infinity)

(Manual Focus)

• This causes the focus mode indicator to appear on the display.

IMPORTANT!

• You can use the key customization feature (page

112) to switch the focus mode whenever you press [왗] or [왘] while recording a snapshot or movie.

Focus mode indicator

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

ISO50

F3.1

1000

Using Auto Focus

As its name suggests, Auto Focus focuses the image automatically. The automatic focus operation starts when you press the shutter button down half way. The following is the Auto Focus range.

Range: 40cm to ∞ (1.3´ to ∞)

• Using optical zoom causes the above range to change.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ ”, and then press [SET].

Compose the image so the main subject is within the focus frame, and then press the shutter button half way.

• You can tell whether the image is focused by observing the focus frame and the operation lamp.

Operation lamp

ISO50

F3.1

1/1000

Focus frame

When you see this:

Green focus frame Green operation lamp

Red focus frame Flashing green operation lamp

Press the shutter button the rest of the way to

It means this:

The image is focused.

The image is not focused.

record the image.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

NOTE

• When proper focusing is not possible because the subject is closer than the Auto Focus range, the camera automatically switches to the Macro mode range (page 78).

• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 59) while recording with Auto Focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. Example: AF 앪앪cm - ∞

* 앪앪 will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.

IMPORTANT!

• Auto Focus cannot be selected during movie recording.

■ Quick Shutter

If you press the shutter button all the way without waiting for Auto Focus while Quick Shutter is turned on, the camera will record the image using a high-speed focus operation that is much faster than normal Auto Focus. This helps to avoid missing a special moment while you wait for the camera to Auto Focus.

• Some images may be out of focus when Quick Shutter is used.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “REC” tab, select “Quick Shutter”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

To do this:

Turn on Quick Shutter

Turn off Quick Shutter

Press the shutter button all the way down

Select this setting:

Off

without pausing.

Pressing the shutter button all the way without pausing at the halfway type will record with Quick Shutter, without performing the normal Auto Focus operation.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

■ Specifying the Auto Focus Area

You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus area used in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode. Note that the configuration of the focus frame changes in accordance with the Auto Focus area you select.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

On the “REC” tab, select “AF Area”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the Auto Focus area you want, and then press [SET].

For this type of Auto Focus area:

Very limited range in the center of the screen

• This setting works well with focus lock (page 81).

Automatic selection of the focus area where the subject closest to the camera is located

• With this setting, a wide focus frame, which contains nine focus points, appears on the monitor screen first. When you press the shutter button half way, all of the focus frames that are in focus among the nine focus points become green.

• This setting works well for group photos.

• Spot • Multi

Select this:

Spot

Multi

Focus frameFocus frame

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Using the Macro Mode

Use the Macro mode when you need to focus on close up subjects. The following shows the approximate focus range in the Macro mode.

Range: 10cm to 50cm (3.9˝ to 19.7˝)

• Using optical zoom causes the above range to change.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ Macro”, and then press [SET].

Press the shutter button to record the image.

• The focus and image recording operations are identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.

NOTE

• When the Macro mode cannot focus properly because the subject is too far away, the camera automatically switches to the Auto Focus range (page 76).

• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 59) while recording with the Macro mode, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. Example: 앪앪cm - 앪앪cm

* 앪앪 will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.

IMPORTANT!

• Use of the flash along with the Macro mode can cause the light of the flash to become blocked, which can produce unwanted lens shadows in your image.

• During movie recording, Macro mode uses fixed focus that is optimized for macro recording.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Using Pan Focus

Pan Focus comes in handy when recording under conditions where Auto Focus is difficult for some reason, or in cases where Auto Focus operation noise is too noticeable in the movie audio.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ ”, and then press [SET].

Press the shutter button to record the image.

NOTE

• If you press the shutter button half way, the focus distance will appear on the monitor screen. Example: 앪앪m - 앪앪m

* 앪앪 will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.

Using the Infinity Mode

The Infinity mode fixes focus at infinity (∞). Use this mode when recording scenery and other faraway images.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ ”, and then press [SET].

Press the shutter button to record the image.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Using Manual Focus

With the Manual Focus mode, you can adjust the focus of an image manually. The following shows focus range in the Manual Focus mode.

Optical Zoom Factor

• Using optical zoom causes the above range to change.

Approximate Focus Range

10cm (3.9˝) to infinity (∞)

60cm (23.6˝) to infinity (∞)

Press [SET].

While watching the image on the monitor screen, use [왗] and [왘] to focus.

Manual focus position

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “REC” tab, select “Focus”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “ ”, and then press [SET].

• At this point, a boundary also appears on the display, indicating the part of the image that will be used for manual focus.

Boundary

To do this:

Focus in on the subject

Focus out on the subject

• Pressing [왗] or [왘] causes the area inside of the boundary displayed in step 1 to fill the monitor screen momentarily to aid in focus. The normal image will reappear a short while later.

• If you do not adjust the focus of the enlarged image, it will return automatically to step 3. If this happens and you still want to adjust the focus, press [SET] to display the enlarged image again.

Do this:

Press [왗].

Press [왘].

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

ISO50

F3.1

1000

Press the shutter button to record the image.

NOTE

• Whenever you perform an optical zoom operation (page 59) while recording with manual focus, a value will appear on the monitor screen as shown below to tell you the focusing range. Example: MF 앪앪cm - ∞

* 앪앪 will be replaced by the actual focusing range value.

Using Focus Lock

Focus lock is a technique you can use to focus on a subject that is not located within the focus frame when you record an image. You can use focus lock in the Auto Focus mode and the Macro mode ( ).

Using the monitor

Main subject

screen, compose the image so the main subject is within the focus frame, and then press the shutter button half way.

• This locks the focus on the subject that is currently within the focus frame.

Focus frame

ISO50

F3.1

1/1000

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

ISO50

F3.1

1000

Keeping the shutter button pressed half way down, recompose the image as you like.

Main subject

When the image is composed the way you want, press the shutter button the rest of the way to record it.

• The focus and image recording operations are identical to those in the Auto Focus mode.

NOTE

• Locking the focus also locks the exposure.

ISO50

F3.1

1/1000

Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)

Exposure compensation lets you change the exposure setting (EV value) manually to adjust for the lighting of your subject. This feature helps to achieve better results when recording a backlit subject, a strongly lit subject indoors, or a subject that is against a dark background.

EV Shift Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV Steps: 1/3EV

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “Quality” tab, select “EV Shift”, and then press [왘].

Exposure compensation value

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Use [왖] and [왔] to change the exposure compensation value, and then press [SET].

• Pressing [SET] registers the displayed value.

EV value

[왖] : Increases the EV value. A higher EV value is best

used for light-colored subjects and backlight subjects.

[왔] : Decreases the EV value. A lower EV value is best

for dark-color subjects and for shooting outdoors on a clear day.

• To cancel EV Shift, adjust the value until it becomes

0.0.

Press the shutter button to record the image.

IMPORTANT!

• When shooting under very dark or very bright conditions, you may not be able to obtain satisfactory results even after performing exposure compensation.

NOTE

• Performing an EV shift operation while using multipattern metering (page 118) will cause the metering mode to switch automatically to center weighted metering. Returning the EV shift value to 0.0 causes the metering mode to change back to multi-pattern metering.

• You can use key customization (page 112) to configure the camera to perform exposure compensation whenever you press [왗] or [왘] while in the REC mode. This comes in handy when adjusting exposure compensation while viewing the on-screen histogram (page 109).

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Adjusting White Balance

The wavelengths of the light produced by various light sources (daylight, light bulb, etc.) can affect the color of a subject when it is recorded. White balance lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types, so the colors of an image appear more natural.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “Quality” tab, select “White Balance”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select the setting you want, and then press [SET].

When shooting under these conditions:

Normal conditions

Outdoor daylight on a clear day

Outdoor daylight on an overcast or rainy day, in the shade of a tree, etc.

In the shade of a building or any other area where the color temperature is high

Under white or daylight white fluorescent light (suppresses color fogging)

Under daylight fluorescent light (suppresses color fogging)

Under incandescent lighting

Difficult lighting that requires manual control (See “Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually” (page 85).)

Select this setting:

Auto

Manual

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

NOTE

• When “Auto” 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. When this happens, use daylight, overcast, or one of the other fixed white balance settings to specify the type of lighting available.

• You can use the key customization feature (page

112) to configure the camera so the white balance setting changes whenever you press [왗] or [왘] while in the REC mode.

• If you have key customization configured to control white balance and you have Icon Help turned on (page 114), select “ white balance mode to auto.

Auto WB” to change the

AWB

Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually

Certain complex light sources or other environmental conditions can make it impossible to obtain good results when “Auto” or one of the fixed light source settings is selected for white balance. Manual white balance lets you configure the camera for a particular light source and other conditions. Note that you must perform manual white balance under the same conditions you will be shooting under. Have a sheet of white paper on hand before starting the following procedure.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select a “Quality” tab, select “White Balance”, and then press [왘].

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Manual”.

• This causes the object you last used to adjust manual white balance to appear on the monitor screen. If you want to use the same settings you configured during a previous manual white balance setting operation, skip step 4 and perform step 5.

Point the camera at a white paper or similar object under the lighting conditions for which you want to set the white balance, and then press the shutter button.

White paper

• This starts the white balance adjustment procedure. The message “Complete” appears on the monitor screen after white balance adjustment is complete.

Press [SET].

• This registers the white balance settings and returns to the currently selected recording mode.

NOTE

• After you adjust white balance manually, the setting remains in effect until you change it or until you turn off the camera.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Using Continuous Shutter

In addition to normal recording that records a single image each time the shutter button is pressed, you can select one of the three continuous shutter modes to record multiple images.

• Normal-speed continuous shutter You can continually record images until memory becomes full.

• High-speed continuous shutter Record up to three consecutive images at high speed.

• Flash continuous shutter Use this mode to record up to three consecutive images, firing the flash for each one.

In the REC mode, press [MENU].

Select the “REC” tab, select “Continuous”, and then press [왘].

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Normal Speed”, “High Speed”, or “Flash Cont. ”, and then press [SET].

• This causes the applicable icon to appear on the monitor screen.

: Normal-speed continuous shutter

: High-speed continuous shutter

: Flash continuous shutter

• With “Off”, snapshots are recorded one at a time.

IMPORTANT!

• Turning off the camera automatically turns off the continuous shutter mode.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Normal-speed continuous shutter

Holding down the shutter button continuously records images, as long as there is memory available to store them. Release the shutter button to stop recording.

• You can select the flash mode you want with normalspeed continuous shutter (page 63).

• The speed of continuous shutter recording depends on the type of memory card loaded in the camera. When recording to built-in memory, continuous shutter recording is relatively slow.

High-speed continuous shutter

Holding down the shutter button while high-speed continuous shutter is selected records up to three images at high speed. Shooting stops if you release the shutter button before three images are recorded.

• Flash is turned off automatically.

• Note that the resolution of images recorded with high-

speed continuous shutter is somewhat lower resolution and more prone to digital noise than images recorded with normal-speed continuous shutter.

•“Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for high-speed continuous shutter, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity setting.

Flash continuous shutter

Holding down the shutter button while flash continuous shutter is selected records up to three images, firing the flash for each one. Shooting stops if you release the shutter button before three images are recorded.

• Flash is turned on automatically.

• Note that the resolution of images recorded with flash

continuous shutter is somewhat lower resolution and more prone to digital noise than images recorded with normal-speed continuous shutter.

•“Auto” ISO sensitivity always is used for flash continuous shutter, regardless of the current ISO sensitivity setting.

• With flash continuous shutter, the flash distance (range) is shorter than normal.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Continuous Shutter Precautions

• Starting a continuous shutter operation causes the exposure and focus settings to be fixed at the levels for the first image. The same settings are applied to all subsequent images.

• Continuous shutter cannot be used in combination with any of the following features. — BEST SHOT (“Movie”, “Business Cards and

Documents”, “Whiteboard, etc.”)

• When using a continuous shutter mode, keep the camera still until all recording is finished.

• A continuous shutter operation may stop part way through if memory capacity runs low.

• Using a slow shutter speed setting causes a longer interval between images.

• The continuous shutter rate depends on the current image size and image quality settings.

• You can select the flash mode you want with normalspeed continuous shutter mode.

• You cannot use the self-timer in combination with the normal-speed continuous shutter mode (page 68).

Using the BEST SHOT Mode

Selecting one of the BEST SHOT sample scenes automatically sets up the camera for recording a similar type of image.

■ Example Sample Scene

• Portrait • Scenery

• Night Scene • Night Scene Portrait

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

• This enters the BEST SHOT mode and displays all 12 of the BEST SHOT scenes.

• In addition to the snapshot scenes, there is one movie scene and one voice record scene.

• Sample scenes are arranged in sequence, starting from the upper left corner.

• The currently selected sample scene is the one with the selection boundary around it.

Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the sample scene you want, and then press [SET].

• Pressing [MENU] causes the selection boundary to jump to the first sample scene (“Auto”).

• Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to move the selection boundary around the display. Scrolling left while the selection boundary is in the upper left or scrolling right while it is in the lower right corner will scroll to another screen of 12-sample scenes.

• If you want to check which sample scene is currently selected or if you want to change to a different scene, press [BS].

• Selecting the “Auto” scene changes the recording type to snapshot auto recording (“ ” displayed) (page 52).

Press the shutter button to record the image.

• While the “Movie” scene is recorded, pressing the shutter button starts and stops movie recording (page 104).

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

IMPORTANT!

• BEST SHOT scenes were not recorded using this camera. They are provided as samples only.

• Due to shooting conditions and other factors, an image recorded using the setup of a BEST SHOT scene may not produce exactly the results you expect.

• You can change the camera settings that are configured when you select a BEST SHOT scene. The settings you can change are the same as those that are saved when you save a BEST SHOT user setup (page 93). Note, however, that some BEST SHOT scenes do not allow you to change certain settings. BEST SHOT scene settings revert to their default presets whenever you select another BEST SHOT scene or turn off the camera. If you want to save your settings for later use, save them as a BEST SHOT user setup (page 93).

• Digital noise reduction processing is performed automatically when you are recording a night scene, fireworks, or other image that requires slow shutter speeds. Because of this, it takes longer to record images at lower shutter speeds. Make sure that you do not perform any camera button operations until the image recording operation is complete.

• When recording the image of a night scene, fireworks, or some other image using a slow shutter speed, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent hand movement.

NOTE

• Operation guidance and the currently selected BEST SHOT scene appear on the display for about two seconds if the camera is in the BEST SHOT mode when you turn it on.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Displaying Sample Scenes Individually

You can use the following procedure to display BEST SHOT sample scenes individually, so you can view the explanation about each scene’s settings.

In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

Press the zoom button.

• This displays the sample scene that was selected on the 12scene screen.

• To return to the 12scene screen, press the zoom button again.

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the sample scene you want, and then press [SET].

• Pressing [MENU] jumps to the first sample scene (“Auto”).

Press the shutter button to record the image.

Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup

You can use the procedure below to save the setup of an snapshot you recorded as a BEST SHOT scene. After that, you can recall the setup whenever you want to use it.

In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select “Register User Scene”, and then press [SET].

Use [왗] and [왘] to display the snapshots whose setup you want to register as a BEST SHOT scene.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Save”, and then press [SET].

• This registers the setup. Now you can use the procedure on page 89 to select your user setup for recording.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

IMPORTANT!

• BEST SHOT user setups are located in the camera’s built-in memory following the built-in sample scenes.

• Selecting a user snapshot setup displays the indicator “U” in the upper right corner of the monitor screen, followed by a number (that indicates the setup number).

• Note that formatting built-in memory (page 170) deletes all BEST SHOT user setups.

NOTE

• The following are the settings that are included in a snapshot setup: focus mode, EV shift value, white balance mode, flash mode, ISO sensitivity, AF Area, Metering, Flash Intensity, Flash Assist, Filter, Sharpness, Saturation, and Contrast.

• Note that snapshots recorded with this camera only can be used to create a BEST SHOT user setup.

• You can have up to 999 BEST SHOT user setups in the camera’s built-in memory at one time.

• You can check the current setup of a scene by displaying the various setting menus.

• BEST SHOT snapshot user setups are stored in camera built-in memory in the folder named “SCENE”. File names are assigned automatically using one of the formats shown below, depending on your camera model. EX-Z7: UEXZ7nnn.JPE (n = 0 to 9) EX-Z6: UEXZ6nnn.JPE (n = 0 to 9)

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

To delete a BEST SHOT user setup

In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

Press the zoom button to switch from the 12scene screen to the sample scene.

Use [왗] and [왘] to display the user setup you want to delete.

Press [왔] ( ) to delete the user setup.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Delete”.

Press [SET] to delete the file.

Select another scene, and then press [SET].

• This returns to the recording state.

Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement

You can reduce the effects of subject movement, and for hand movement that tends to occur when shooting a faraway subject using telephoto, a fast-moving subject, or under dim lighting conditions.

Perform one of the procedures below to enable Anti Shake.

Using the BEST SHOT mode

1. In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

2. Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the “Anti Shake” scene, and then press [SET].

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Using the Menu Screen

1. In the REC mode, press [MENU].

2. Select the “REC” tab, select “Anti Shake”, and then press [왘].

3. Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Auto”, and then press [SET].

• (Anti Shake indicator) is displayed on the monitor screen while Anti Shake is turned on (page

26).

Press the shutter button to record the image.

IMPORTANT!

• Anti Shake is disabled automatically when any setting other than “Auto” is selected for ISO sensitivity. If you want Anti Shake to be operational after turning it on, be sure to change the ISO sensitivity setting to “Auto” (page 117).

• Recording with Anti Shake can cause an image to appear somewhat coarser than normal and can cause slight deterioration of image resolution.

• The Anti Shake feature may not be able to eliminate the effects of hand or subject movement when shaking is severe.

• Anti Shake is disabled during movie recording.

• The Anti Shake feature may not work when using a

very low shutter speed. If this happens, use a tripod to stabilize the camera.

• Though “ ” (Anti Shake) is displayed on the monitor screen while the flash setting is “Auto Flash”, “Fash On”, or “Soft Flash”, Anti Shake is disabled.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Shooting with High Sensitivity

Higher sensitivity makes it possible to record brighter images, without using flash, even when there is not enough lighting available to obtain normal exposure.

In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select the “High Sensitivity” scene, and then press [SET].

Press the shutter button to record the image.

IMPORTANT!

• High Sensitivity is disabled automatically when any setting other than “Auto” is selected for ISO sensitivity. If you want High Sensitivity to be operational after turning it on, be sure to change the ISO sensitivity setting to “Auto” (page 117).

• Recording with high sensitivity can cause an image to appear somewhat coarser than normal and can cause slight deterioration of image resolution.

• A desirable level of image brightness may not be possible under very dark conditions.

• When shooting with slow shutter speeds, use a tripod to protect against the effects of hand movement.

• High Sensitivity is disabled while the flash setting is “Auto Flash”, “Flash On”, or “Soft Flash”.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot)

Recording a business card, document, whiteboard, or similarly shaped object from an angle can cause the subject to appear misshaped in the resulting image. Business Shot automatically corrects the shape of rectangular objects to make them appear like the camera was positioned directly in front of them.

Before keystone

correction

After keystone

correction

■ Setup Sample Images

• White board, etc.• Business cards and

documents

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Before recording with Business Shot

• Before recording, compose the image so outline of the item you want to record fits entirely within the monitor screen.

• Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out, and that it fills the monitor screen to the maximum extent possible.

NOTE

• When the camera is at an angle to a business card or document it is recording, the shape of the business card or document may appear distorted in the image. Auto keystone correction corrects for this distortion, which means that subjects appear normal even if you record at an angle.

To use Business Shot

In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

Use [왖], [왔], [왗] and [왘] to select the Business Shot image you want, and then press [SET].

Press the shutter button to record the image.

• This displays a screen that shows all of the objects in the image that qualify as candidates for keystone correction. An error message will appear (page 232) if the camera is unable to find any suitable keystone correction candidate in the image. After a short while, the original image will be stored in memory, as-is.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Use [왗] and [왘] to select the candidate you want to correct.

Use [왖] and [왔] to select “Correct”, and then press [SET].

• Selecting “Cancel” in place of “Correct” stores the original image as-is, without correcting it.

IMPORTANT!

• Digital zoom is disabled while recording with Business Shot. However, you can use optical zoom.

• The camera will not be able to recognize the subject in the following cases. — When part of the subject extends outside of the

monitor screen

— When the subject is the same color as the

background it is placed upon

• The maximum Business Shot image size is 2M (1600

1200 pixels), even if the camera is configured for a larger image size. An image size setting smaller than 2M (1600 × 1200 pixels) records images at the specified size.

Restoring an Old Photograph

You can use the procedure in this section to restore an old, faded photograph with the color provided by modern digital camera technology.

Before trying to restore an old photograph

• Make sure the entire photograph you are trying to restore is enclosed within the monitor screen.

• Make sure the object is against a background that allows its outline to stand out, and that it fills the monitor screen to the maximum extent possible.

• Make sure that light is not reflecting off the surface of the original photograph.

• If the old photograph is portrait orientation, be sure to compose the image with the camera in landscape (horizontal) orientation.

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

NOTE

• When the camera is at an angle to the old photograph, one side of the recorded image may appear longer than the side opposite from it. This is called “keystoning,” which is caused by the difference in distance from the camera lens to each side of the photograph. The side of the photograph that is closer to the camera looks longer and the side further from the camera looks shorter. Auto keystone correction corrects for this distortion, which means that a photograph appears normal even if you record it at an angle.

To restore an old photograph

In the REC mode, press [BS] (BEST SHOT).

Use [왖], [왔], [왗], and [왘] to select “Old Photo”, and then press [SET].

Press the shutter button to record the image.

• This displays a photograph contour confirmation screen, and then saves the original recorded image. An error message will appear (page 232), without displaying the photograph contour confirmation screen, if the camera is unable to find the contour of the photograph.

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Casio EXILIM EX-Z6, EXILIM EX-Z7 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Unpacking

Contents

Features

Precautions

QUICK START GUIDE

First, charge the battery!

To configure display language and clock settings

To record an image

To view a recorded image

To delete an image

GETTING READY

About This Manual

camera

General Guide

Lithium Ion Battery Charger

Monitor Screen Contents

REC Mode

PLAY Mode

Changing the Contents of the Monitor Screen

Attaching the Strap

Power Requirements

To charge the battery

To load the battery

Low Battery Indicator

To replace the battery

Power Supply Precautions

Turning the Camera On and Off

Configuring Power Saving Settings

Using the On-screen Menus

Configuring Display Language and Clock Settings

To configure display language and clock settings

BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

Recording an Image

Aiming the Camera

Recording an Image

Using the easy Mode

Recording Precautions

Using Zoom

Optical Zoom

Digital Zoom

Using the Flash

Flash Unit Status

Changing the Flash Intensity Setting

Using Flash Assist

Using the Self-timer

Specifying Image Size

Specifying Image Quality

OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Selecting the Focus Mode

Using Auto Focus

Using the Macro Mode

Using Pan Focus

Using the Infinity Mode

Using Manual Focus

Using Focus Lock

Exposure Compensation (EV Shift)

Adjusting White Balance

Configuring the White Balance Setting Manually

Using Continuous Shutter

Normal-speed continuous shutter

High-speed continuous shutter

Flash continuous shutter

Continuous Shutter Precautions

Using the BEST SHOT Mode

Displaying Sample Scenes Individually

Creating Your Own BEST SHOT Setup

To delete a BEST SHOT user setup

Reducing the Effects of Hand or Subject Movement

Shooting with High Sensitivity

Recording Images of Business Cards and Documents (Business Shot)

Before recording with Business Shot

To use Business Shot

Restoring an Old Photograph

Before trying to restore an old photograph

To restore an old photograph