Olympus STYLUS 300, MJU 300, MJU 400 User Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
APPAREIL PHOTO NUM
DIGITALKAMERA
CÁMERA DIGITAL
ÉRIQUE
BASIC MANUAL
MANUEL DE BASE
EINFACHE ANLEITUNG
MANUAL BÁSICO
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
DEUTSCH
ESPAÑOL
CONTENTS/TABLE DES MATIÉRES/INHALT/CONTENIDO
ENGLISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
FRANÇAIS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
DEUTSCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
ESPAÑOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
MENU FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
SHOOTING BASICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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SELECTING A RECORD MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
PRINT SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
DOWNLOADING PICTURES TO A COMPUTER . . . . . 38
ERROR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
These instructions are only for quick reference. For more details
on the functions described here, refer to the “Reference Manual”
on CD-ROM.
This basic manual contains guidelines for using Olympus Stylus 300/400
DIGITAL (µ [mju:] 300/400 DIGITAL). Except where otherwise specified, the
explanations in the manual apply to both models.
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J Before using your camera, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use.
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We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before
taking important photographs.
J These instructions are only a basic manual. For more details on the functions described
here, refer to the Reference Manual on the CD-ROM. For connection to the PC or
installation of provided software, refer to the Software Installation Guide included in the
CD-ROM package.
For customers in North and South America
For customers in USA
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : Stylus 300 DIGITAL, Stylus 400 DIGITAL
Trade Name : OLYMPUS
RM-2 (Remote control)
Responsible Party : Olympus America Inc.
Address : 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York
11747-3157 U.S.A.
Telephone Number :631-844-5000
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
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For customers in Europe
“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European
requirements for safety, health, environment and customer protection.
“CE” mark cameras are intended for sales in Europe.
Trademarks
• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
• All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or
trademarks of their respective owners.
• The standards for camera file systems referred to in this manual are the “Design
Rule for Camera File System/DCF” standards stipulated by the Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
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GETTING STARTED
J NAMES OF PARTS
Lens barrier
Turns the camera on
and off in the shooting
mode.
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Remote
control
receiver
Shutter button
Flash
Lens
Extends automatically
when you open the lens
barrier.
Self-timer/
Remote control
lamp
Card cover
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Connector cover
VIDEO OUT
jack
USB connector
DC-IN jack
cover
DC-IN jack (4.8V)
Arrow pad
The arrow pad is used as arrow keys, as well as function buttons. The , ,
, and marks indicate which arrow key to press.
Shooting mode button
Macro button
Self-timer button
Monitor
Battery compartment cover
Viewfinder
AF target mark
Flash mode button
Zoom button (W/T )
Strap eyelet
OK/Menu button
()
Monitor button
(QUICK VIEW )
Playback button
Tripod socket
Orange lamp
Green lamp
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()
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J MONITOR INDICATIONS
SHQ
Shooting mode
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
SHQ
10
Still picture Movie
Items Indications
1 Shooting mode , , , , , ,
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2 Battery check ,
3 Green lamp
4 Flash stand-by/
Camera movement warning/ Flash
charge
5 Macro mode
6 Flash mode , ,
7 Sequential shooting ,
8 Self-timer
Remote control
9 Record mode SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2
10 Resolution 2272 × 1704, 2048 × 1536, etc.
11 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0
12 Metering
13 White balance , , ,
14 AF target mark [ ]
15 Memory gauge , , ,
16 Number of storable still pictures
Seconds remaining
1
2
11
12
13
5
6
14
15
9
16
(Lights)
(Blinks)
16
16''
11
13
14
15
16
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Playback mode
2048
1536
Screens with the information display set to ON are shown below.
1536
2
1
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
2048
Still picture Movie
Items Indications
1 Battery check ,
2 Print reservation, Number of prints ×10
3Movie
4Protect
5 Record mode SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2
6 Resolution 2272 × 1704, 2048 × 1536, etc.
7 Exposure compensation -2.0 – +2.0
8 White balance AUTO, , , ,
9 Date and time ’03.05.17 15:30
10 File number (still picture)
Playing time/Total recording time
(movie)
FILE: 100-0030
0"/20"
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4
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10
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Memory gauge
The memory gauge lights up when you take a picture or record a movie. While
the gauge is lit, the camera is storing the picture or the movie on the card. The
memory gauge indication changes as shown below depending on the
shooting status.
When the
off
whole memory gauge is lit
before taking the next shot.
, wait a few moments
until the lit area goes
When taking still pictures
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Shoot Shoot
Before shooting
(Gauge is off)
One picture
taken
(Lit)
Shoot
More than two
taken
(Lit)
Wait
No more pictures can be taken
(Fully lit)
Wait until the gauge returns to the
status on the left to take the next shot.
When recording movies
If you continue shooting
Shoot
Wait
Before
shooting
(Gauge is off)
During shooting (Lit)
• Shooting is not possible until the lit area goes off completely.
• Movie recording ends automatically when the whole memory gauge
is lit.
Battery check
If the remaining battery power is low, the battery check indication on the
monitor changes as follows when the camera is turned on or while the camera
is in use.
No indication
Lights (Green)
Pictures can be
taken.*
* Energy consumption varies greatly depending on the camera’s operational
status. The camera may turn off without displaying the low battery warning.
Lights (Red)
Remaining power level: low
Recharge as soon as
possible especially for
extended use.
Recharge as soon as possible.
Green and orange lamps on right
of viewfinder blink
Remaining power level:
exhausted
Replace with a charged battery.
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Weatherproof feature
The camera is weatherproof and is not damaged by water spray from any
direction. However, it cannot be used underwater. Observe the following
precautions when using the camera.
Olympus will not assume any responsibility for malfunction of the camera
caused by water getting inside as a result of misuse by the user.
• Do not wash the camera
with water.
• Do not drop the camera
into water.
• Do not take pictures
underwater.
• The camera loses its waterproof capability if the battery compartment
cover, connector cover or DC-IN jack cover is open. Make sure that all
the covers are closed before using the camera.
• Wipe any water off the camera before changing the battery or card.
• Keep the lens out of the water when taking pictures. (The camera may
not focus correctly.)
• If the camera gets splashed, wipe the water off as soon as possible with
a dry cloth. Salt water spray or droplets can cause damage to the camera
if the camera is not wiped dry as soon as possible.
• Do not apply excessive force to or attempt to peel off the rubber packing
of the battery compartment cover, connector cover or DC-IN jack cover.
• If the rubber packing becomes worn or damaged, contact your nearest
Olympus service center. (A charge is made for replacement of parts.)
• If the rubber packing of the battery compartment cover, connector cover
or DC-IN jack cover contains dirt or sand, wipe it off before closing the
cover, otherwise water may get inside the camera.
• The rechargeable battery and other camera accessories are not
weatherproof. Care should be taken when using the accessories.
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J ATTACHING THE STRAP
Thread the short end of the
1
strap through the strap eyelet.
Thread the long end of the strap
2
through the loop that has
already gone through the eyelet.
Pull the strap tight, making
3
sure that it is securely fastened
and does not come loose.
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J CHARGING THE BATTERY
This camera uses an Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-10B). The battery is
dedicated to this camera and other batteries do not work. The battery is not
fully charged when the camera is purchased. Fully charge the battery on the
specified charger (LI-10C) before first use. For details, read the charger’s
instructions (provided).
About the battery
Make sure that the + and – terminals of the battery
shown in the illustration on the right are correctly
oriented when loading the battery into the charger.
Charge indicator
When charge
indicator
changes from
red to green,
the battery is
fully charged.
Lithium ion battery
To the AC input connector
Strap eyelet
Connector terminals
Lithium ion battery
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Charger
AC cable
AC wall outlet
J LOADING THE BATTERY
Important
• Be sure to reset the date and time after changing the battery.
Make sure that:
1
• The monitor is off.
• The lens barrier is closed.
• The lamp on the right of the viewfinder is off.
Slide the battery compartment
2
cover in the direction of (the
direction indicated by the
mark on the cover), and lift it up in
the direction of .
Battery compartment cover
Insert the battery in the direction
3
shown in the illustration.
Close the battery compartment
4
cover so that it pushes the battery
down inside . While pressing the
mark, slide the cover in the
direction of .
• If the battery compartment cover seems
hard to close, do not force it. With the
battery compartment cover shut, press the mark firmly and push
in the direction shown in the illustration.
Connector terminals
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J INSERTING A CARD
“Card” in this manual refers to the xD-Picture Card. The camera uses the card
to record pictures.
Make sure that:
1
• The monitor is off.
• The lens barrier is closed.
• The lamp on the right of the viewfinder is off.
Open the connector cover while
2
pressing the mark in the
illustration.
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Open the card cover by
3
pulling the card cover
catch towards you.
Face the card the correct
4
way and insert it into the card
slot.
• Insert the card while keeping it straight.
• Inserting the card the wrong way or at an
angle could damage the contact area or
cause the card to jam.
• If the card is not inserted all the way,
data may not be written to the card.
Close the card cover.
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Card cover
Connector cover
Card cover catch
Index area side
Close the connector cover.
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• Press the mark in the illustration when
closing the connector cover.
Note
Do not close the connector cover without
first closing the card cover.
Removing the card
Open the connector cover and
1
the card cover.
Push the card all the way in to
2
unlock it, then let it return slowly.
• The card is ejected a short way and then
stops.
Note
Releasing your finger quickly after pushing
the card all the way in may cause it to eject
forcefully out of the slot.
Hold the card straight and pull it
3
out.
• Do not press on the card with hard or pointed items such as ballpoint
pens.
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J TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF
When shooting pictures
Power on: Open the lens barrier.
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Power off: Close the lens barrier slightly until it almost touches the
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The camera turns on in the shooting
mode. The lens extends and the
subject is displayed on the monitor.
If the lens does not extend when the
lens barrier is opened, there is a
possibility that the barrier is not fully
open. Open the lens barrier fully
until you feel it click.
When using the camera for the first time or after the camera has been
left for about 1 hour with the battery removed, the date and time are
reset. In this event, “SET DATE & TIME” appears on the monitor
when the camera is turned on.
Press to turn off the monitor. The camera is still on.
lens barrel.
The lens barrier stops just before it touches the lens and the
lens retracts. Wait until the lens is fully retracted before closing
the lens barrier completely.
The camera turns off. (The monitor also turns off.)
• Do not push the lens barrier forcefully against the lens as this may
damage the lens or cause it to malfunction.
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When playing back pictures
Power on: Press with the lens barrier closed.
The camera turns on in the playback mode. The monitor turns
on and the last picture taken is displayed.
Power off: Press .
Note
The monitor and the camera turn off.
• Never open the card cover, remove the card or the battery, or
connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is turned on.
Doing so could destroy all data on the card. Destroyed data cannot
be restored. When changing the card, be sure to turn the camera off
before opening the card cover.
J SELECTING A LANGUAGE
Arrow pad ( )
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Press .
2
• The top menu is displayed.
Press on the arrow pad to
3
select MODE MENU.
Press to select the SETUP tab, then press .
4
Press to select , then press .
5
Press to select a language, then press .
6
Press again to exit the menu.
7
Close the lens barrier to turn the camera off.
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J SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Press .
2
• The top menu is displayed.
Press on the arrow pad to select MODE MENU.
3
Press to select the SETUP tab, then press .
4
Press to select , then press .
5
• The green frame moves to the selected item.
Press to select one of the following date formats: Y-
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M-D (Year/Month/Day), M-D-Y (Month/Day/Year), D-M-Y
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(Day/Month/Year). Then press .
• Move to the year setting.
• The following steps show the procedure used when the date and time
settings are set to Y-M-D.
Press to set the year, then press to move to the
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month setting.
• To move back to the previous setting, press .
•
The first two digits of the year are fixed.
Repeat this procedure until the date and time are
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completely set.
• The camera only displays the time in 24-hour time system (“2 p.m.”
would be “14:00”).
Press .
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• For a more accurate setting, press when the time hits 00
seconds. The clock starts when you press the button.
Close the lens barrier to turn the camera off
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Note
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• The date and time settings will be canceled if the camera is left
without batteries for approximately one day.
MENU FUNCTIONS
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ESP
J USING THE MENUS AND TABS
When you turn on the camera and press , the top menu is displayed
on the monitor. The functions of this camera are set from the menus. This
chapter explains how the menus work, using the shooting mode screens.
Arrow pad ( )
Press .
The top menu is displayed.
Shortcut Menus
• Take you directly to the setting
screens.
• Display operational buttons at the
bottom of the screen.
If you press to select .
+
0.0
-
CANCEL
SELECt
GO
MODE MENU
WB
Select a menu using the
arrow pad.
MODE MENU
• Categorizes the settings into
tabs.
• Displays the tabs of each menu.
Select the desired tab on the left
of the screen by pressing .
Tab
ESP/ESP/
CAMERA
DRIVE
DIGItAL ZOOM
CARDSEt
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
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ESP
OFF
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How to use the menus
OFF
ESP
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Press to display
1
2
the top menu. Press .
Top menu CAMERA tab
MODE MENU
WB
CARD tab
Arrow pad ( )
SETUP tab
Press to select a tab,
then press .
ESP
ESP/ESP/
CAMERA
DRIVE
OFF
DIGItAL ZOOM
CARDSEt
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
Press to
return to the
tab selection
ON
ENGLISH
ON
ON
screen.
CARD%SEtUP
CAM
CARD
SEt
ALL RESEt
CAMCARD
SEtUP
REC VIEW
PIXEL MAPPING
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OFF
ESP
Press to select an
OFF
ESP
3
item, then press .
Press to select a
4
setting. Press
to complete setting.
Press again to
exit the menu and return
ESP
ESP/
CAMERA
DRIVE
OFF
DEZItAL ZOOM
CARDSEt
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
ESP
ESP/ESP/
CAMERA
DRIVE
OFF
DIGItAL ZOOM
CARDSEt
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
The green frame
moves to the
selected item.
or
To return to select an
item, press or
.
to shooting.
ESP/ESP/
CAMERA
DRIVE
DIGItAL ZOOM
CARDSEt
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
ESP/ESP/
CAMERA
DRIVE
DIGItAL ZOOM
CARDSEt
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
• Not all items can be selected depending on the camera mode and
settings.
Note
• Pressing the shutter button with a menu other than the menus in
SETUP tab open allows you to take pictures using the settings
currently selected.
• If you want to save the settings after the camera is turned off, set
ALL RESET to OFF.
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
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Shortcut menus
Shooting mode
Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
Sets the image quality and resolution.
Still picture : SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2
Movie : HQ, SQ
Sets the appropriate white balance according to the light source.
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Playback mode
Runs through all saved pictures one after another as slide show.
MOVIE PLAY
MOVIE
PLAYBACK
INDEX Creates an index picture of a movie in 9 frames.
INFO
Displays all the shooting information on the monitor.
ERASE
Erases the selected still picture or movie.
Plays back movies.
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Mode menus
OFF
ESP
The MODE MENU is divided into tabs. Press to select a tab and
display the associated menu items.
These instructions are only for quick reference. For more details
on the functions described here, refer to the “Reference Manual”
on CD-ROM.
Shooting mode
CAMERA tab
CARD tab
SETUP tab
ESP/ESP/
CAMERA
DRIVE
DIGItAL ZOOM
CARDSEt
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
CAMERA tab
ESP/
DRIVE
DIGITAL ZOOM
PANORAMA
2 IN 1
Selects the metering method from ESP or SPOT ( ).
Selects the shooting mode from (single-frame
shooting) or (sequential shooting).
Extends the maximum optical zoom, making possible
up to approx. 5x zoom.
Allows panorama pictures to be taken with Olympus
CAMEDIA-brand cards.
Combines two still pictures taken in succession and
stores them as a single picture.
CARD tab
CARD SETUP Formats a card.
SETUP tab
ALL RESET
Selects whether to keep the current camera settings
when you turn off the power.
Selects a language for on-screen display.
Turns the beep sound (used for warnings, etc.) on
and off.
ESP
OFF
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REC VIEW
PIXEL MAPPING
VIDEO OUT
Playback mode
Selects whether to display pictures on the monitor
while saving them to a card.
Checks the CCD and image processing functions for
errors.
Adjusts the brightness of the monitor.
Sets the date and time.
Selects NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video
signal type. TV video signal types differ depending on
the region.
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PLAY tab
EDIT tab
BLACK&WHITE
SEPIA
CARD tab
CARD SETUP
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PLAY tab
EDIT tab
CARD tab
SETUP tab
PLAY
CARDSEt EDIt
Protects pictures from accidental erasure.
Rotates pictures 90 degrees clockwise or
counterclockwise.
Stores print reservation information on the card.
Creates a black and white picture and saves it as a
new picture.
Creates a sepia-toned picture and saves it as a new
picture.
Makes the file size smaller and saves it as a new
picture.
Erases all image data stored on the card or formats
the card.
SETUP tab
ALL RESET
VIDEO OUT
Selects whether to keep the current camera settings
when you turn off the power.
Selects a language for on-screen display.
Turns the beep sound (used for warnings, etc.) on
and off.
Adjusts the brightness of the monitor.
Sets the date and time.
Selects NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video
signal type.TV video signal types differ depending on
the region.
Selects the number of frames in the index display.
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SHOOTING BASICS
J SHOOTING MODES
This camera has 7 shooting modes to choose from depending on the
shooting conditions and the effect you want to achieve.
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Press ( ).
2
• The screen for selecting the shooting
mode (virtual dial) is displayed.
PROGRAM AUtO
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SELECt
Virtual dial screen
Select the mode best suited to your
3
purpose from the following.
• Press to select the mode.
Press .
4
• The virtual dial screen will disappear. It will disappear after a while
even if the button is not pressed.
PROGRAM AUTO (Factory default setting)
Used for regular photography. The camera automatically makes the settings
for natural color balance. Other functions, such as the flash mode and
metering, can be adjusted manually.
PORTRAIT
Suitable for taking a portrait-style shot of a person. Importance is placed on
reproducing skin texture. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting
conditions.
LANDSCAPE + PORTRAIT
Suitable for taking photos of both your subject and the landscape. The
camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.
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LANDSCAPE
Suitable for taking photos of landscapes and other outdoor scenes. The
camera automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions.
NIGHT SCENE
Suitable for shooting pictures in the evening or at night. The camera sets a
slower shutter speed than is used in normal shooting. If you take a picture of
a street at night in any other mode, the lack of brightness will result in a dark
picture with only dots of light showing. In this mode, the true appearance of
the street is captured. The camera automatically sets the optimal shooting
conditions.
SELF PORTRAIT
Enables you to take a picture of yourself while holding the camera. Point the
lens towards yourself and the focus will be locked on you. The camera
automatically sets the optimal shooting conditions. The zoom is fixed in the
Wide position and cannot be changed.
MOVIE
Lets you record movies. The camera maintains the correct exposure even if
your subject moves. You cannot record movies with sound.
J TAKING STILL PICTURES
You can take still pictures using either the monitor or the viewfinder. Both
methods are easy as all you have to do is to press the shutter button.
Taking still pictures using the monitor
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• Slide the lens barrier fully open until it clicks.
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Position the AF target mark on the subject while looking at
2
the image on the monitor. Decide the composition of the
picture.
Press the shutter button gently (halfway) to adjust the
3
focus.
• When the focus and exposure are locked, the green lamp lights.
• If the orange lamp lights, the flash fires automatically.
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Press the shutter button all the way (fully).
4
• The camera takes the picture, and a beep sounds.
• When the green lamp stops blinking, you can take the next picture.
• The orange lamp blinks while the picture is stored on the card.
Taking still pictures using the view finder
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on. Press to turn the
monitor off.
Position the AF target mark in the viewfinder on the
2
subject.
Take the picture by following the same procedure as for
3
shooting using the monitor.
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• Never open the card cover, remove the battery or disconnect the AC
adapter while the orange lamp is blinking. Doing so could destroy
Note
stored pictures and prevent storage of the pictures you have just
taken.
J IF CORRECT FOCUS CANNOT BE
OBTAINED (FOCUS LOCK)
When the subject you want to focus on is not in the center of the frame and
you cannot position the AF target mark on it, you can focus the camera on
another point at roughly the same distance (focus lock) and take the picture
as explained below.
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Position the AF target mark on the
2
subject you want to focus on.
• When shooting a hard-to-focus subject,
point the camera at an object about the
same distance away as the subject.
AF target mark
Monitor
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Press the shutter button halfway until the green lamp
3
lights.
• The focus, exposure, and white balance are locked.
• When the green lamp blinks, the focus is not locked. Release your
finger from the shutter button, re-position your subject and press the
shutter button halfway again.
Keeping the shutter button
4
pressed halfway, recompose
your shot.
Press the shutter button fully.
5
Green
lamp
J RECORDING MOVIES
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Press
2
Press to select , then press .
3
• Movie recording is set and the camera returns to the shooting mode.
• The mark and the total recordable time depending on the card
Decide the composition while looking at the image on the
4
monitor.
• The optical zoom can be used to enlarge the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway.
5
• The focus and white balance are locked.
Press the shutter button fully to start recording.
6
• The orange lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights.
• During movie recording, lights red and the time you can shoot is displayed.
Press the shutter button again to stop recording.
7
• The orange lamp blinks while the movie is stored on the card.
• When the remaining recording time has been used up, recording stops
(
) to display the virtual dial screen.
memory capacity are displayed on the monitor.
automatically.
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• The magnification of the optical zoom cannot be changed during
movie recording. The zoom is fixed in the Wide position. To use the
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zoom, set “DIGITAL ZOOM” to “ON”.
• During movie recording, the flash is disabled.
• It takes longer to store movies than still pictures.
• The seconds remaining varies depending on the record mode and
the amount of space available on the card.
• You cannot record movies with sound.
J ZOOMING IN ON A SUBJECT (OPTICAL
ZOOM)
Telephoto and wide-angle shooting are possible at 3x magnification (the
optical zoom limit, equivalent to 35 mm - 105 mm on a 35 mm camera). By
combining the optical zoom with the digital zoom, zoom magnification can be
increased to a maximum of approximately 15x.
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Magnification of the digital zoom
When SQ2 (640 × 480) is selected: up to 5×
Other record modes: up to 4×
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Press the zoom button.
2
• Press the zoom button toward W to zoom out.
• Press the zoom button toward T to zoom in.
Take the picture.
3
• Pictures taken with the digital zoom may appear grainy.
Note
J USING THE FLASH
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
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Press ( ) to set flash mode.
2
• The current flash setting is displayed.
• Each time you press , the flash mode changes in the following
sequence:
“AUTO” – “ Red-eye reduction” – “ Fill-in flash” – “ Flash off”.
Press the shutter button halfway.
3
• When the flash is ready to fire, the orange lamp lights steady.
Press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
4
Auto-flash (No indication)
The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.
Red-eye reduction flash ( )
The red-eye reduction flash mode reduces this phenomenon by emitting preflashes before firing the regular flash.
Fill-in flash ( )
The flash always fires every time the shutter button is released.
Flash off ( )
The flash does not fire even in low light conditions.
J USING THE SELF-TIMER/REMOTE
CONTROL
Self-timer : This function is useful for taking pictures with yourself
Remote control : Shooting is possible using the remote control device (sold
Mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, flat
1
surface.
Open the lens barrier fully.
2
• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Press ( ) to set the self-timer mode ( ) or remote
3
control mode ( ).
• The setting changes between / OFF, and each time
is pressed.
included in the photograph.
separately in some regions). This is useful when you want
to take a picture with yourself in it or a night scene, without
touching the camera.
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Take the picture.
4
• When using the remote control device, point it at the remote control
receiver on the camera and then press the shutter button on the
device.
Self-timer : The self-timer/remote control lamp lights for about
Remote control : The self-timer/remote control lamp blinks for about 2
10 seconds, then starts blinking. After blinking for
about 2 seconds, the picture is taken.
seconds before taking the picture.
J MACRO MODE SHOOTING
The macro mode allows you to shoot at a distance of 20 cm to 50 cm (0.7 ft.
to 1.6 ft.) from your subject.
Regular photographs can be taken, but the camera may take time to focus on
distant subjects.
Open the lens barrier fully.
1
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• The lens extends and the monitor turns on.
Press ( ) to set macro mode.
2
• The setting changes between ON and OFF each time is pressed.
When the macro mode is selected, is displayed on the monitor.
Take the picture.
3
• If you are close to a subject, the picture in the viewfinder is different
from the area that the camera actually records. For macro mode
Note
shooting, we recommend using the monitor.
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