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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Quick start check list
Thank you for purchasing this Konica Minolta digital camera. Please take the time to read through
this instruction manual so you can enjoy all the features of your new camera.
Check the packing list before using this product. If any items are missing, immediately contact your
camera dealer.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc.. Dynax. and DiMAGE are trademarks of Konica
Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. Apple, Macintosh, and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. The official name of Windows is
Microsoft Windows Operating System. Microdrive is a trademark of Hitachi Global Storage Technologies. Adobe is
a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. EasyShare is a registered trademark or trademark of the
Eastman Kodak Company in the United States and other countries. All other brand and product names are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
This product is designed to work with accessories manufactured and distributed by Konica Minolta.
Using accessories or equipment not endorsed by Konica Minolta may result in unsatisfactory
performance or damage to the product and its accessories.
Only use the battery specified in this manual that are manufactured and distributed by Konica
Minolta. Beware of counterfeit batteries; the use of these batteries will damage the product and may
cause fire.
This manual contains information on products and accessories available at the time of printing. To
obtain compatibility information on products not contained in this manual, contact a Konica Minolta
service facility.
Dynax digital camera
Lithium-ion battery NP-400
Lithium-ion battery charger BC-400
Wide Strap WS-5
Video Cable VC-500
USB Cable USB-3
Digital Camera Software CD-ROM
Camera instruction manual
Warranty card
QUICK START CHECK LIST
The following sections will get you started in enjoying your
camera.
Attach a lens (p. 18) and the camera strap (p. 19). Adjust the
viewfinder diopter if necessary (p. 19).
Charge the battery (p. 20) and insert it into the camera
(p. 21).
Insert a memory card into the camera (p. 24). Turn on the
camera and set the date and time (p 26).
To take a picture, see the basic recording operation section on page 28. To use the flash,
see page 31.
To playback recorded images, see page 34.
To delete an image, see page 36.
To connect the camera to a computer to download images, see page 115. CAUTION:
when using a Windows 98 or 98SE operating system, the supplied driver software must be
installed, see page 116. To install Kodak EasyShare software, see page 132. To install
DiMAGE Master Lite, see page 134.
For basic problems, see the troubleshooting section on page 136.
Before you begin
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
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For proper and safe use
NP-400 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
This camera operates on a powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of the lithium-ion battery
can cause damage or injury through fire, electric shock, or chemical leakage. Read and understand
all warnings before using the battery.
DANGER
• Do not short, disassemble, damage, or modify the battery.
• Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures over 60°C (140°F).
• Do not expose the battery to water, or moisture. Water can corrode or damage the internal battery
safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.
• Do not drop or subject the battery to strong impacts. Impacts can damage the internal battery
safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.
• Do not store the battery near or in metallic products.
• Do not use the battery with any other products.
• Only use the specified charger. An inappropriate charger may cause damage or injury through fire
or electric shock.
• Do not use a leaking battery. If fluid from the battery enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye
with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the battery makes contact with your
skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.
• Only use or charge the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between 0° and 40°C
(32° and 104°F). Only store the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between
–20° and 30°C (–4° and 86°F) and a humidity of 45% to 85% RH.
WARNING
• Tape over the lithium-ion battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow
local regulations for battery disposal.
• If charging is not completed after the specified period elapses, unplug the charger and
discontinue charging immediately.
GENERAL PRODUCT WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING
• Only use the battery specified in this manual.
• Only use the specified charger or AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the unit. An
inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
• Only use the charger power cord in the sales region for which it was designed. An inappropriate
current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
• Do not disassemble the camera or charger. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage
circuit inside the product is touched.
• Immediately remove the battery or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the camera is
dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash unit, is exposed. The
flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The
continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.
• Keep the battery, memory card, or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants.
Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.
• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with
the product or parts.
• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.
• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which
may lead to an accident.
• Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an accident.
Read and understand the following warnings and cautions for safe use of the digital camera and its
accessories.
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For proper and safe use
CAUTION
• Do not look at the sun or strong light sources through the viewfinder or lens. It may damage your
eyesight or cause blindness.
• Do not use these products in a humid environment, or operate them with wet hands. If liquid
enters these products, immediately remove the battery or unplug the product, and discontinue
use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire
or electric shock.
• Do not use these products near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline, benzine, or paint
thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean these
products. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire.
• When unplugging the AC adapter or charger, do not pull on the power cord. Hold the plug when
removing it from an outlet.
• Do not damage, twist, modify, heat, or place heavy objects on the AC adapter or charger cord. A
damaged cord may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.
• If these products emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use. Immediately remove the
battery taking care not to burn yourself as the battery may become hot with use. The continued
use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.
• Take the product to a Konica Minolta service facility when repairs are required.
• Handling the cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
• Do not point a photographic lens directly at the sun. If sunlight is focused on an inflammable
surface, a fire may result. Replace the lens cap when the lens is not in use.
• Do not use or store these products in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment
or trunk of a car. It may damage the camera, charger, and battery which may result in burns or
injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.
• If the battery is leaking, discontinue use of the product.
• The camera, charger, and battery temperature rises with extended periods of use. Care should be
taken to avoid burns.
• Burns may result if the memory card or battery is removed immediately after extended periods of
use. Turn the camera off and wait for it to cool.
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit discharges a large
amount of energy which may cause burns.
• Do not apply pressure to the LCD monitor. A damaged monitor may cause injury, and the liquid
from the monitor may cause inflammation. If liquid from the monitor makes contact with skin,
wash the area with fresh water. If liquid from the monitor comes in contact with the eyes,
immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a doctor.
• When using the AC adapter and charger, insert the plug securely into the electrical outlet.
• Do not use electronic transformers or travel adapters with the charger. The use of these devices
may cause a fire or damage the product.
• Do not use if the AC adapter or charger cord is damaged.
• Do not cover the AC adapter or charger. A fire may result.
• Do not obstruct access to the AC adapter or charger; this can hinder the unplugging of the units
in emergencies.
• Unplug the AC adapter or charger when cleaning or not in use.
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Table of contents
Quick start check list .............................................................................................................................2
Before you begin....................................................................................................................................3
For proper and safe use ........................................................................................................................4
Names of parts ...................................................................................................................................14
Camera body...........................................................................................................................14
Recording mode display .........................................................................................................16
Viewfinder................................................................................................................................17
Getting up and running........................................................................................................................18
Attaching and removing a lens ..............................................................................................18
Attaching the camera strap.....................................................................................................19
Diopter adjustment..................................................................................................................19
Charging the battery................................................................................................................20
Installing and changing the battery.........................................................................................21
Turning on the camera ............................................................................................................22
AC Adapter AC-11 (sold separately).......................................................................................22
Battery condition indicator......................................................................................................23
Auto power save .....................................................................................................................23
Inserting and changing a memory card ..................................................................................24
Setting the date and time........................................................................................................26
Basic recording ...................................................................................................................................27
Setting the camera to record images automatically...............................................................27
Handling the camera...............................................................................................................27
Basic recording display...........................................................................................................27
Basic recording operation.......................................................................................................28
Focus signals ..........................................................................................................................29
Special focusing situations .....................................................................................................29
Focus lock...............................................................................................................................30
Camera-shake warning ...........................................................................................................30
Using the built-in flash ............................................................................................................31
Anti-Shake system ..................................................................................................................32
Display button .........................................................................................................................33
Basic playback ....................................................................................................................................34
Viewing images .......................................................................................................................34
Rotating images ......................................................................................................................34
Histogram display ...................................................................................................................35
Deleting single images ............................................................................................................36
Changing the playback display...............................................................................................37
Enlarged playback...................................................................................................................38
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Advanced recording.............................................................................................................................39
Exposure-mode dial ................................................................................................................39
Digital Subject Programs............................................................................................40
Auto Recording...........................................................................................................41
Program - P ................................................................................................................41
Aperture priority - A....................................................................................................42
Shutter priority - S......................................................................................................42
Exposure control range warnings...............................................................................43
Manual exposure - M .................................................................................................44
Bulb exposures...........................................................................................................45
Exposure lock - AEL button....................................................................................................46
Slow sync. ...............................................................................................................................47
Spot AF button........................................................................................................................47
Exposure compensation..........................................................................................................48
Depth-of-field preview.............................................................................................................49
AF / MF switch ........................................................................................................................49
Drive modes ............................................................................................................................50
Continuous-advance notes ........................................................................................51
Self-timer notes ..........................................................................................................51
Exposure bracketing notes.........................................................................................52
White-balance bracketing notes ................................................................................53
Camera sensitivity (ISO) and Zone Matching..........................................................................54
Camera sensitivity and flash range.........................................................................................55
Function button .......................................................................................................................56
AF area .......................................................................................................................57
AF modes ...................................................................................................................58
Metering modes..........................................................................................................59
Flash compensation ...................................................................................................60
Color mode.................................................................................................................61
Digital Effects Control (DEC) ......................................................................................63
White balance..........................................................................................................................64
AWB - Auto White Balance ........................................................................................64
Preset white balance ..................................................................................................65
Custom white balance................................................................................................66
Color temperature.......................................................................................................67
A short guide to photography..............................................................................................................68
Light sources and color...........................................................................................................69
What is an Ev? ........................................................................................................................69
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Recording menu...................................................................................................................................70
Navigating the recording menu...............................................................................................70
Image size and image quality..................................................................................................72
Instant playback ......................................................................................................................74
Noise reduction .......................................................................................................................74
Flash modes............................................................................................................................75
Wireless/Remote flash................................................................................................76
Wireless/Remote camera and flash ranges................................................................78
Flash control............................................................................................................................79
Bracketing order......................................................................................................................80
Recording mode reset.............................................................................................................80
About DiMAGE Master.........................................................................................................................81
Playback menu ..................................................................................................................................82
Navigating the playback menu................................................................................................82
Frame-selection screen...........................................................................................................83
Delete ....................................................................................................................................84
Format ...................................................................................................................................85
View folder...............................................................................................................................85
Lock ....................................................................................................................................86
Index playback format.............................................................................................................87
Slide Show ..............................................................................................................................88
About DPOF ............................................................................................................................88
DPOF setup.............................................................................................................................89
Date imprint.............................................................................................................................90
Index print ...............................................................................................................................90
Cancel print .............................................................................................................................90
Opening the custom & setup menus ...................................................................................................91
Custom menu ..................................................................................................................................92
AF / Shutter release priority setup ..........................................................................................93
Focus-hold button setup.........................................................................................................94
AEL button setup.....................................................................................................................94
Control-dial setup....................................................................................................................95
Exposure-compensation setup ...............................................................................................95
AF illuminator...........................................................................................................................96
Card shutter lock.....................................................................................................................96
Lens shutter lock.....................................................................................................................96
AF area setup..........................................................................................................................97
Monitor display setup..............................................................................................................97
Recording display setup .........................................................................................................97
Playback display setup ...........................................................................................................97
Setup menu ....................................................................................................................................98
LCD brightness......................................................................................................................100
Transfer mode .......................................................................................................................100
Video output..........................................................................................................................101
Viewing images on a television .............................................................................................101
Audio signals.........................................................................................................................102
Language...............................................................................................................................102
Date and time setup..............................................................................................................103
File number (#) memory ........................................................................................................103
Folder name ..........................................................................................................................104
Select folder ..........................................................................................................................104
New folder .............................................................................................................................105
LCD backlight........................................................................................................................105
Auto power save ...................................................................................................................105
Menu section memory...........................................................................................................106
Delete confirmation ...............................................................................................................106
Clean CCD.............................................................................................................................106
Reset default .........................................................................................................................108
Accessory notes.................................................................................................................................110
Lens compatibility .................................................................................................................110
Lens shadowing ....................................................................................................................110
Focal-length conversion........................................................................................................110
CCD plane ............................................................................................................................110
Attaching the eyepiece cap...................................................................................................111
Viewfinder accessories..........................................................................................................111
Attaching a remote cord........................................................................................................111
Attaching an accessory flash ................................................................................................112
Flash compatibility ................................................................................................................112
High-Speed Sync. (HSS).......................................................................................................112
PD Flash Adapter PCT-100 ...................................................................................................113
About the battery charger cord.............................................................................................113
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Data-transfer mode............................................................................................................................114
System requirements ............................................................................................................114
Connecting the camera to a computer.................................................................................115
Connecting to Windows 98 / 98 second edition ..................................................................116
Automatic installation ...............................................................................................116
Manual installation....................................................................................................117
Auto power save (Data-transfer mode).................................................................................119
Memory card folder organization..........................................................................................120
Disconnecting the camera from the computer .....................................................................122
Windows 98 / 98 second edition ............................................................................122
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP ................................................................122
Macintosh .................................................................................................................123
Changing the memory card (data-transfer mode) ................................................................124
Windows 98 / 98 second edition ............................................................................124
Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP ................................................................124
Macintosh .................................................................................................................124
Removing the driver software - Windows.............................................................................125
PictBridge..............................................................................................................................126
Notes on printing errors ........................................................................................................127
Navigating the PictBridge menu ...........................................................................................128
Batch print ................................................................................................................129
Index print.................................................................................................................129
Paper size.................................................................................................................130
Layout.......................................................................................................................130
Print quality...............................................................................................................131
Data print..................................................................................................................131
DPOF print................................................................................................................131
Kodak EasyShare software ...................................................................................................132
DiMAGE Master Lite..............................................................................................................134
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................136
Care and storage ...............................................................................................................................139
Camera care..........................................................................................................................139
Cleaning ................................................................................................................................139
Storage .................................................................................................................................139
Operating temperatures and conditions ...............................................................................140
Memory card care and handling ...........................................................................................140
Batteries ................................................................................................................................140
LCD monitor care..................................................................................................................141
Copyright...............................................................................................................................141
Before important events or journeys.....................................................................................141
Questions and service...........................................................................................................141
Technical specifications .....................................................................................................................144
Index ..................................................................................................................................146
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Names of parts
* This camera is a sophisticated optical
instrument. Care should be taken to keep
these surfaces clean. Please read the
care and storage instructions in the back
of this manual (p. 139).
CAMERA BODY
2. Control dial
3. Shutter-release button
5. Flash* (p. 31)
8. Strap eyelet (p. 19)
NAMES OF PARTS
14. Card-slot / USB port / Video-out terminal
door (p. 24, 115, 101)
22. Menu button
17. Controller & Spot-AF button (p. 47)
12. AE lock button (p. 46)
2. Eyepiece sensors*
10. Remote-control terminal (p. 111)
13. Access lamp
20. Delete button (p. 36)
19. Playback button (p. 34)
21. Display button (p. 33, 37)
15. Anti-Shake switch (p. 32)
3. Viewfinder* (p. 17)
18. LCD monitor* (p. 16)
1. Main switch
11. AF/MF switch (p. 49)
6. Diopter-adjustment dial (p. 19)
16. Tripod socket 9. Drive-mode button (p. 50)
10. Camera-sensitivity (ISO) button (p. 54)
5. Accessory shoe
17. Battery-chamber release (p. 21)
6. White-balance dial (p. 64)
16. DC terminal (p. 22)
4. Exposure-mode dial (p. 39)
8. Exposure-compensation button (p. 48)
1. Self-timer lamp (p. 51)
18. Battery-chamber door (p. 21)
15. Depth-of-field preview button (p. 49)
9. Lens release (p. 18)
13. Mirror*
14. Lens contacts*
12. Lens mount
4. Eyepiece cup (p. 111)
7. White-balance button (p. 64)
7. Function button (p. 56)
11. Strap eyelet (p. 19)
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Names of parts
VIEWFINDER
RECORDING MODE DISPLAY
8. White-balance panel
2. Flash panel
5. AE lock / battery condition panel
7. Image size / quality panel
9. Frame counter
4. Color mode / Digital Effects Control / Metering / AF
area / AF mode / Release priority / Drive mode panel
3. Ev scale
1. Exposure mode / exposure panel
6. Camera-sensitivity / Zone Matching panel
Wide focus frame
Spot-metering area (p. 59)
Spot AF area (p. 47)
Local focus areas (p. 57)
1. Flash-compensation indicator (p. 60)
4. Wireless/Remote flash indicator (p. 76)
5. AE lock indicator (p. 46)
9. Ev scale
8. Aperture display
7. Shutter-speed display
10. Frames-remaining counter
11. Camera-shake warning (p. 30)
3. High-speed sync. indicator (p. 112)
2. Flash signal (p. 31)
12. Anti-Shake scale (p. 32)6. Focus signal (p. 29)
The spot AF area and local focus areas are illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus when
the focus is locked.
The recording display shows information on
camera operation in panels. The information
displayed varies with the functions set.
As the camera is rotated to a vertical
position, the display automatically rotates to
compensate for the camera position.
The monitor-display setup and recording-display setup custom functions in section 2 of the
custom menu control the monitor display (p. 97).
Camera Notes
The frames-remaining counter indicate the approximate number of frames that can be stored in the
camera buffer memory while recording. This number changes as images are captured and saved to
the memory card.
1. Pass the tip of the strap through the camera’s strap eyelet from below. Attach the strap so the
tip comes between the strap and the camera.
2. Thread the tip of the strap through the holder ring and the inside of the buckle and pull to
tighten. Leave some slack in the camera strap so the tip may be threaded through the buckle
easily.
3. Push the holder ring toward the strap eyelet to secure the strap to the camera. Repeat with the
other end of the camera strap.
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GETTING UP AND RUNNING
This section covers the preparation of the camera. This includes the changing of batteries, memory
cards, and lenses as well as the use of external power supplies.
ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP
Always keep the camera strap around your neck in the event that you drop the camera.
Align the red mounting index on the lens
and camera body. Carefully insert the
lens into the mount, then turn it
clockwise until it clicks into the locked
position. Do not insert the lens at an
angle. If it does not fit, check its
orientation with the index marks. Never
force the lens.
Press the lens release all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. Carefully remove the lens.
Remove the body cap from the camera and the rear cap from the
lens.
ATTACHING AND REMOVING A LENS
This camera uses interchangeable lenses. See page 110 for compatible lenses. Never touch
the inside of the camera, especially the lens contacts and mirror. Do not leave the interior of
the camera exposed to dust or dirt. Replace the caps on the lens and attach the body cap
or another lens to the camera as soon as possible. Check the body cap or lens is free from
dust before mounting.
Mounting indices
The viewfinder has a built-in diopter that can be
adjusted between –2.5 to +1.0. While looking
through the viewfinder, turn the diopteradjustment dial until the viewfinder focus frame
is sharp.
The optional Eyepiece Corrector 1000 series
diopters can be used if the adjustable viewfinder
diopter is not sufficient.
DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT
Lens release
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
Before the camera can be used, the lithium-ion battery must be charged. Before charging the
battery, read the safety warnings on page 4 of this manual. Only recharge the battery with the
supplied battery charger. The battery should be recharged before each shooting session. See page
140 for battery care and storage.
With the battery contacts toward the charger, align the channels
on the bottom of the battery with the tabs on the charger unit.
Slide the battery into the unit.
Plug the power cord into the back of the charger unit (1). Plug
the other end of the cord into a live household outlet. The
included AC cord is designed for the current of the sales region.
Only use the cord in the region it was purchased. For more on
the AC cable, see page 113.
Slide and lift the battery to remove it from
the charger. Unplug the power cord
from the outlet.
The indicator lamp (2) glows to show the battery is charging. The
lamp goes out when the battery is charged. Charging time is
approximately 150 minutes.
INSTALLING AND CHANGING THE BATTERY
1. Open the battery-chamber door by sliding the battery-chamber release toward the back of the
camera.
2. Insert the battery with the battery contacts first. Push the battery into the chamber until the
battery latch clicks into place.
3. To remove a battery, slide the battery latch to the side of the battery chamber; the battery
springs out.
4. Close the battery-chamber door until it clicks shut.
This digital camera uses one NP-400 lithium-ion battery. Before using the battery, read the safety
warnings on pages 4 of this manual. When replacing batteries, the camera should be off.
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BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR
Full-battery indicator - the battery is fully charged.
Low-battery indicator - battery power is low. Recharge the battery.
AUTO POWER SAVE
To conserve battery power, the camera shuts down if an operation is not made within three minutes.
To restore power, press the shutter-release button partway down. The length of the auto-power-save
period can be changed in section 3 of the setup menu (p. 105).
The LCD monitor backlight turns off after five seconds. Press a camera button to restore the
display. The length of this period can be changed in section 3 of the setup menu (p. 105).
This camera is equipped with an automatic battery-condition indicator.
When the camera is on, the indicator appears on the monitor. The
indicator changes from white to red when battery power is low. Not all
camera functions are available if battery power is low. If the monitor is
blank, the battery may be exhausted.
Low-battery warning - battery power is very low. Recharge the battery.
When power falls below the level of the low-battery warning, the battery exhausted message
appears just before the camera shuts down. The camera will not function until the battery is
recharged.
AC ADAPTER AC-11 (SOLD SEPARATELY)
The AC Adapter AC-11 allows the camera to be powered from an electrical household outlet. The
AC Adapter is recommended when the camera is interfaced with a computer or during periods of
heavy use.
Open the DC terminal cover from the left. The cover is
attached to the body to prevent loss.
Insert the mini plug of the AC adapter into the DC
terminal.
Insert the AC adapter plug into an electrical outlet.
Always turn off the camera and confirm the
access lamp is not lit before changing between
power supplies.
Access lamp
Each time the camera is turned on, it automatically
focuses the lens to the infinity position, even in manual
focus. This operation is necessary to ensure proper
exposures.
Camera Notes
TURNING ON THE CAMERA
Slide the main switch to the on position to turn on the
camera. The access lamp glows briefly to indicate the
power is on. When the camera is initially turned on, the
date and time should be set, see page 26. When not in
use, turn the camera off to conserve power.
Terminal cover
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INSERTING AND CHANGING A MEMORY CARD
A memory card must be inserted for the camera to operate. If a card has not been inserted, “----” is
displayed in the frame counter. Type I and II CompactFlash cards and Microdrives are compatible
with this camera.
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Always turn off the camera and confirm the access lamp is not lit before inserting or
removing a memory card, otherwise the card may be damaged, and data lost.
1. Slide the card-slot door toward the back of the
camera to release the safety catch and open.
2. Insert a memory card all the way into the card slot.
Insert the card so the face is toward the front of
the camera. Always push the card in straight.
Never force the card. If the card does not fit, check
that it is oriented correctly.
3. Close the card-slot door and slide it toward the
front of the camera to engage the safety catch.
4. To eject a card, open the card-slot door, and press
and release the card-eject lever to extend it.
5. Press the extended card-eject lever to eject the
card. The card can now be pulled out. Take care
when removing the card as it becomes hot with
use. The card-eject lever should remain inside the
camera body. If it extends, push it into the camera.
6. Insert a new memory card and close the card-slot
door.
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If the “Unable to use card, Format?” message appears, the card
should be formatted with the camera. Use the right/left keys of the
controller to highlight the yes button. Press the central button of
the controller to format the card; this can take several minutes
depending on the card. When a card is formatted, all the data on
the card is permanently erased. Selecting “No” cancels the
formatting operation; remove the card from the camera. A memory
card used in another camera may have to be formatted before
being used.
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Unable to use card.
Format?
No
Yes
If the card-error message appears, press the central button of the controller to close the window;
check the Konica Minolta web site for the latest compatibility information:
North America
http://www.konicaminolta.us/
Europe
http://www.konicaminoltasupport.com
Aperture
Focus signal
Shutter-speed
Flash indicator
Anti-shake scale
Flash signal
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
After initially inserting a memory card and battery, a message opens requesting that camera’s clock
and calendar be set. Images are recorded with the date and time of capture. Depending on the
region, the menu language may also have to be set. To change the language, see the setup menu
section on pages 98 and 102.
Turn on the camera.
Navigating the screen is simple. The up/down and
left/right keys of the controller move the cursor and
change settings. The central button of the controller
sets adjustments.
Use the left and right keys to select the item to be
changed. The last item is the date format.
Press the central button to set the clock and calendar.
Date/Time setup screen
Use the up and down keys to adjust the item. The date
format can be set among year/month/day.
day/month/year, and month/day/year.
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YYYY/MM/DD
Set date and time?
No
Yes
Use the left and right controller keys to select “Yes.”
“No” cancels the operation.
Press the central button of the controller to continue.
SETTING THE CAMERA TO RECORD IMAGES AUTOMATICALLY
Turn the exposure dial to the auto or program (P) position.
The camera controls are automatic.
Auto acts like the program mode, except that many of the
recording functions are reset each time it is selected, see
page 41 for more information. Not all function are available
in auto recording such as the color mode and Digital Effects
Control. The default camera sensitivity (p. 54) is auto for
auto recording and ISO 100 for program.
BASIC RECORDING
Grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the body
with the palm of your left hand. Keep your elbows at your side and
your feet shoulder-width apart to hold the camera steadily. The use of
a tripod or monopod is recommended when using the camera in lowlight situations or when using telephoto lenses.
HANDLING THE CAMERA
BASIC RECORDING DISPLAY
The viewfinder and monitor show the same indicators used in the basic recording operations.
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BASIC RECORDING OPERATION
Place the subject within the focus frame. The subject must be
within the focus range of the lens. If using a zoom lens,
change the focal length to frame the subject.
Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the
autofocus and autoexposure systems (1). The viewfinder
focus signal (A) confirms focus and the spot or local AF area
(B) is illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus. If the
focus signal blinks, repeat the procedure.
The shutter speed (C) and aperture (D) used for the exposure
are displayed in the viewfinder and on the monitor.
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2
Press the shutter-release button all the way down (2) to take
the picture. Press the shutter-release button gently so as not
to the shake the camera during the exposure.
The recorded image is displayed while the image is being
saved. Press the shutter-release button partway down to
cancel the playback. For more on instant playback, see page
74.
The access lamp (E) glows indicating the image data is being
written to the memory card. Never remove a card while data is
being transferred.
FOCUS SIGNALS
SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS
The camera may not be able to focus in certain situations. Use focus lock or manual focus.
The subject in the
focus frame is low in
contrast.
The subject is
composed of repeating
vertical lines.
Two subjects at
different distances
overlap in the focus
frame.
The subject is near a
very bright object or
area.
Focus locked.
The viewfinder focus signal indicates the status of the autofocus system. Focusing time can be
longer with macro or telephoto lenses, or in low-light conditions.
When the camera cannot focus, the subject may be too close or a special focusing situation may be
preventing the system from focusing. Use focus lock with an object at the same distance as the
main subject (p. 30), focus the camera manually (p. 49), or raise the flash to use the AF illuminator
(p. 96).
Autofocus priority and shutter-release priority can be specified in section 1 of the custom menu (p.
93).
Focus is confirmed (Continuous AF - p. 58).
Focusing (Continuous AF). The shutter is locked.
Indicator blinks - cannot focus. The shutter is locked.
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FOCUS LOCK
The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-center
and outside the focus frame. Focus lock may also be used
when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from
focusing on the subject.
Place the subject within the focus frame. Press and hold the
shutter-release button partway down (1). The focus signals
indicates that the focus is locked. When the focus is set, an
AF area is illuminated briefly to indicate the point of focus.
Without lifting your finger from the shutter-release button,
recompose the subject within the viewfinder. Press the
shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture (2).
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2
Focus signal
CAMERA-SHAKE WARNING
If the shutter speed falls below the point where the camera can be hand held safely, the camerashake warning indicator blinks in the viewfinder. Camera shake is slight blurring caused by subtle
hand motion and is more pronounced with telephoto lenses than wide angle. Although the warning
appears, the shutter can still be released. If the warning appears, place the camera on a tripod or
use the built-in flash.
Camera-shake warning
If the flash signal does not blink after taking the picture, the subject was not within the flash range.
The flash range depends on the aperture used for the exposure. The follow chart shows the range
when camera sensitivity is set to auto (auto recording) or ISO 100 (program). See page 55 for the
flash range with other camera sensitivity settings.
Signal steady - flash charged and ready to fire.
Signal blinking - flash output was sufficient for exposure.
The viewfinder flash signal indicates the status of the flash.
1.0m ~ 4.3m (3.3 ft. ~ 14 ft.)
1.0m ~ 3.4m (3.3 ft. ~ 11 ft.)
1.0m ~ 3.0m (3.3 ft. ~ 9.8 ft.)
1.0m ~ 2.1m (3.3 ft. ~ 6.7 ft.)
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
To use the flash, simply pull up the unit by the tabs on each side.
The flash position must be set manually, and once up, the flash
unit always fires regardless of the amount of ambient light. The
flash mode is changed with the recording menu (p. 75).
Push down the built-in flash when the camera is not in use. The
flash is also used as an AF illuminator, see page 96.
The built-in flash is designed to be used with lenses with focal lengths from 18mm or longer. When
using lenses shorter than 18mm, the corners of the image are not be fully illuminated. The lens
hood and certain lenses can cause shadowing, see page 110. The shutter will not release while the
flash is charging.
1.4m ~ 8.6m (4.6 ft. ~ 28 ft.)
1.1m ~ 6.8m (3.6 ft. ~ 22 ft.)
1.0m ~ 6.0m (3.3 ft. ~ 20 ft.)
1.0m ~ 4.3m (3.3 ft. ~ 14 ft.)
f/2.8
f/3.5
f/4.0
f/5.6
Aperture Auto ISO (Auto recording) ISO 100 (Program exposure)
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ANTI-SHAKE SYSTEM
Anti-shake switch
Anti-shake scale
DISPLAY BUTTON
Press the display button to switch the monitor
display among full, basic, and off. For more on
the full display, see page 16.
1. Exposure mode (p. 39)
14. Camera-sensitivity display (p. 55)
9. White-balance display (p. 64)
7. AF area display (p. 57)
12. Battery condition indicator (p. 23)
8. Frame counter (p. 73)
4. Image-size display (p. 72)
3. Aperture display 10. Release priority indicator (p. 93)
6. Image-quality display (p. 72)
11. AE lock indicator (p. 46)
5. Exposure/Flash compensation display
(p. 48, 60)
13. Color-mode indicator (p. 61)
The full display uses a scale to show the degree of flash and exposure compensation as well as the
metered exposure value in manual exposure. The basic display uses a numerical value.
Turning off the display conserves battery power.
Basic
The Anti-Shake system minimizes the affect of camera shake, a
slight blurring caused by subtle hand motion. Camera shake is
more pronounced at long focal lengths than short ones.
Anti-Shake is less effective with moving subjects or when the
camera is panned, with shutter speeds of 1/4 second or longer,
and short object distances. Anti-shake is disabled with bulb
exposures (p. 45).
2. Shutter speed display
When the system is active, the Anti-Shake scale in the
viewfinder glows. Anti-Shake is turned off and on with the Antishake switch.
Frame the subject as described in the basic operation section.
Press the shutter-release button partway down to focus and set
the exposure.
The Anti-Shake scale indicates the degree of stabilization. The
greater the scale displayed, the more unstable the image.
Confirm the image has stabilized with the scale and press the
shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture.
Anti-shake cannot be used with some lenses, see page 110.
Turn Anti-Shake off when the camera is mounted on a tripod.
The metered exposure may change when turning this function
on and off.
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Basic playback
Images can be viewed in the playback mode. This section covers the basic playback functions. The
playback mode has additional menu functions, see page 82.
BASIC PLAYBACK
To view the histogram of the
displayed image, press the up key.
Press the down key to return to
single-frame playback.
The left/right keys of the
controller and the control
dial display the recorded
images.
VIEWING IMAGES
Press the playback button
to activate the playback
mode. To return to the
recording mode, press the
playback button or the
shutter-release button.
Image size (p. 72)
Image quality (p. 72)
Time of recording
Date of recording
Folder - file number (p. 102)
Frame number / total number of images
ROTATING IMAGES
Press the down key of the controller to rotate a
displayed image 90° left, 90° right, or horizontally.
HISTOGRAM DISPLAY
3. Shutter speed
4. Aperture
15. Date of recording
10. Flash compensation (p. 60)
6. Camera sensitivity (ISO) (p. 54)
14. Folder name - file number (p. 120)
9. Exposure compensation (p. 48)
1. Image size (p. 72)
12. Metering mode (p. 59)
11. White-balance mode (p. 64)
5. Exposure mode (p. 39)
2. Image quality (p. 72)
16. Frame number /
Total number of images
Luminance limit display
The dark area of the histogram shows the luminance distribution of the recorded image from black
(left) to white (right). Each one of the 256 vertical lines indicates the relative proportion of that light
value in the image. The histogram can be used to evaluate exposure and contrast, but displays no
color information.
Areas of the image approaching the shadow and highlight luminance
limit are indicated in the image thumbnail. The portions of the image
which levels are close to 0 and 255 flash.
7. Histogram
8. Focal length
13. Anti-Shake
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To delete a displayed image, press the delete
button; a confirmation screen opens.
The displayed image can be deleted. Once deleted,
an image cannot be recovered.
Press the controller to execute the command
on the confirmation screen. The camera returns
to playback mode.
DELETING SINGLE IMAGES
Use the left/right keys to highlight “Yes.” “No”
cancels the operation.
Delete this frame?
Yes No
The display button controls the display format. Each time
the button is pressed, the display cycles through to the next
format: full display, image only, index playback. The index
display can be changed in section 1 of the playback menu.
Full display Image only
CHANGING THE PLAYBACK DISPLAY
In index playback, the four-way keys of the controller move the yellow border to the adjacent image.
When the image is highlighted with the border, the date of recording, the lock and printing status,
and the frame number of the image are displayed at the bottom of the screen. The highlighted
image can be deleted using the delete button (p. 36).
When the display button is pressed again, the highlighted image is displayed in the single-frame
playback mode. A four, nine, and sixteen image index can be displayed as well as a file browser.
The index-playback format can be changed in section 1 of the playback menu (p. 82, 87).
Index playback
The camera can play back images on a television set. See page 101 on how to connect the
camera to a TV with the supplied video cable.
Camera Notes
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Enlarge button
The controller’s four-way keys scroll the magnified area.
An image can be enlarged for
closer examination. The
maximum magnification
depends on image size from
2.4X for small images to 4.7X
for large images.
Press the enlarge button to
activate enlarged playback.
The front control dial
browses through the
images.
The magnification area (2) shows the portion of the image
enlarged. The controller’s four-way keys moves the magnification
area. The enlarge and reduce buttons change the size of the area.
Press the playback button to cancel enlarged playback.
Press the central button of the controller to switch between
displaying the entire image area and the magnified image.
The locator (1) indicates the portion of the image displayed. The
enlarge and reduce buttons change the magnification.
ADVANCED RECORDING
This section contains detailed information on the camera’s recording functions and operation. Read
the sections pertaining to your interest and need.
Manual exposure (p. 44)
Shutter priority (p. 42)
Aperture priority (p. 42)
Program exposure (p. 41)
Auto recording (p. 41) Portrait
The exposure-mode dial is used to select the exposure modes.
Simply turn the exposure dial to the appropriate position. See the
following sections for more information on these modes. The
monitor displays the active exposure mode.
EXPOSURE-MODE DIAL
Sports Action
Landscape
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Reduce button
Exposure mode
Sunset
Night portrait
Advanced recording
Digital Subject Programs (p. 40)Exposure control
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Auto recording
Auto recording is set with the exposure-mode dial. Use this exposure
mode when wanting fully-automatic exposure control. Auto recording
operates like the program exposure mode, except that when the
exposure mode dial is turned to the auto-recording position, recording
functions are reset to their default settings. Not all function are
available in auto recording such as color mode and Digital Effects
Control.
Functions are reset to: fill-flash or red-eye reduction flash mode, multi-segment metering, Auto AF
focus mode, wide AF area, single-frame advance drive mode, flash and exposure compensation
reset, ADI flash control, Auto ISO, large-size images, fine image quality, AF priority, noise reduction.
Digital subject programs
Digital subject programs optimize the camera’s exposure, whitebalance, and image-processing systems for specific conditions and
subjects. Simply turn the exposure mode dial to select the appropriate
subject program.
Sports action - used to capture fast action by maximizing shutter speeds. When using a
flash, make sure the subject is within the flash range (p. 55). Continuous autofocus (p. 58)
and continuous-advance drive mode (p. 50) are active. A monopod is more flexible and
compact than a tripod when shooting events.
Sunset - optimized to reproduce rich, warm sunsets. Take care not to look directly at the
sun when it is above the horizon; your eyesight could be damaged permanently.
Night portrait - for deep, subtle night scenes. When used with flash, the subject and
background exposures are balanced. Use a tripod to eliminate blurring from camera shake.
The flash can only be used with close subjects such as with a portrait of a person. When
using the flash, ask your subjects not to move after the burst; long shutter speeds can be
used for the background exposure.
Not all recording functions, such as the color mode and Digital Effects
Control can be changed when using Digital Subject Programs. The use
of auto white balance (AWB) is recommended when using Digital
Subject Programs (p. 64).
Portrait - optimized to reproduce warm, soft skin tones and a slight defocusing of the
background. Most portraits look best with telephoto lenses; the longer focal length does not
exaggerate facial features and the shallower depth of field softens the background. Use the
built-in flash with strong direct sunlight or backlight to reduce harsh shadows.
Landscape - optimized to produce sharp, colorful landscapes. Used with bright outdoor
scenery.
Program - P
Program exposure is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). Like auto
recording, program controls both the shutter speed and aperture
required for each exposure. The operation is the same as described in
the basic recording operation section on page 28. However, unlike
auto recording, functions set in this mode do not reset when the
position of the exposure-mode dial is changed. The default camera
sensitivity for program is ISO 100.
Program shift
Program shift allows adjustment to the shutter-speed/aperture
combination in 1/3 Ev increments without affecting the total exposure.
Using the built-in flash cancels program shift.
Press the shutter-release button partway down until the shutter speed
and aperture are displayed. Turn the control dial (1) to shift the shutter
speed and aperture combination; Ps is displayed for the exposure
mode. Program shift can be changed between aperture and shutter
priority in section 1 of the custom menu (p. 92, 95).
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Shutter priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). The
photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the
appropriate aperture to ensure correct exposure.
Turn the control dial (1) to adjust the shutter speed between 30 and
1/4000 second in 1/3 Ev increments. The shutter speed is displayed
on the monitor and in the viewfinder.
Pressing the shutter-release button partway down displays the
corresponding aperture. Press the shutter-release button all the way
down to take the picture.
Aperture Priority - A
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Shutter Priority - S
Aperture priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39). The
photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appropriate
shutter speed to ensure correct exposure.
Turn the control dial (1) to adjust the aperture in 1/3 Ev increments.
The aperture range depends on the lens. The aperture is displayed on
the monitor and in the viewfinder.
Pressing the shutter-release button partway down displays the
corresponding shutter speed. With the camera sensitivity (ISO) set to
auto, the shutter speed may not change when the aperture is adjusted
because the shutter speeds can change in fine steps. Press the
shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture.
There is a limit to the maximum shutter speed when using the built-in flash. When Anti-Shake
is on, the maximum shutter speed that can be used is 1/125s. With Anti-Shake off, the flash
sync. speed is 1/160s. While a faster shutter speed cannot be used, there is no limit to the use
of slower shutter speeds. Flash range is dependent on the aperture, see page 55.
Flash Sync. Speed
The shutter speed used for each exposure is displayed on the monitor and in the viewfinder.
The following notation is used:
The reciprocal is used for shutter speeds from 1/4000 second to 1/3 second. 125 is
1/125 second.
For shutter speeds of a half a second or longer, a quote mark is used to
denote whole seconds. 1"5 is one and a half seconds and 15" is fifteen
seconds.
About Shutter Speeds
If the required exposure is beyond the shutter speed and aperture
range, the shutter speed and aperture displays blink. In bright
conditions, use a neutral density filter on the lens, set a lower camera
sensitivity (ISO), or, if using artificial lights, reduce the intensity of the
illumination. In dark conditions, use the built-in flash or increase the
camera sensitivity (ISO).
If the required exposure is beyond the shutter speed range, the
shutter-speed display blinks. Adjust the aperture until the display is
steady.
If the required exposure is beyond the aperture range, the aperture
display blinks. Adjust the shutter speed until the display is steady.
Exposure control range warnings
Auto recording, Program, Digital Subject Programs
Aperture priority
Shutter priority
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Manual Exposure - M
1. Set the appropriate aperture required for the exposure.
2. Decrease the shutter-speed until “BULB” is displayed.
3. To take the picture, press and hold the shutter-release button for the duration of the exposure.
Releasing the shutter button ends the exposure.
The monitor is blank during the exposure and remains blank after the exposure for up to 30
seconds while noise-reduction processing is applied to the image.
Bulb photographs can be taken in the manual-exposure mode
(M). The use of a tripod, remote cord, and eyepiece cap (p. 111) is
recommended. The camera’s exposure system cannot be used to
calculate bulb exposures. The use of a separate light meter is
recommended. Anti-Shake is disabled.
Bulb exposures
1. Turn the control dial to change the shutter
speed.
2. Press and hold the exposure-compensation
button and turn the control dial to change the
aperture.
The operation to change the aperture and
shutter speed can be reversed in section 1 of
the custom menu (p. 95).
3. Press and hold the AEL button and turn the
control dial to shift the shutter speed and
aperture without affecting the exposure.
Manual exposure mode allows individual selection of shutter speeds and apertures. This mode
overrides the exposure system giving the photographer control over the final exposure. Bulb
exposures can be made, see below. Manual exposure is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 39).
The set exposure is 1.0Ev less (–) than the exposure determined by the
meter.
The arrow indicates the set exposure is 2.3Ev more (+) or less (–) than the
exposure determined by the meter.
The blinking arrow indicates the set exposure is ±2.7Ev or greater than
the exposure determined by the meter.
When using flash with manual exposure, the shutter speed cannot exceed the flash-sync speed (p.
42). Flash range is dependent on the aperture (p. 55).
The Ev scale on the monitor and in the viewfinder indicates the difference between the set exposure
and the exposure determined by the camera meter. Press the shutter-release button partway down
to activate the meter. The manual metering (M.M.) indicator is displayed on the monitor Ev scale.
By pressing and holding the AEL button (1), continuous meter
readings are displayed on the Ev scales. Two indices can be
displayed. The fixed index shows the meter reading made
when the AEL button is pressed. The other index shows any
changes in the metered area.
The fixed index is in reference to the selected metering mode
(p. 59). The other index uses the spot metering area to
determine the reading.
Spot metering area
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