Pentax 12761, 12772 User Manual

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.

Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.

Regarding copyrights

Images taken with the PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display. Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.

Regarding trademarks

• SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

• HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries.

• Eye-Fi, the Eye-Fi logo and Eye-Fi connected are trademarks of Eye-Fi, Inc.

•ArcSoft

• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft

• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and

• Intel, Intel Core and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.

• This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal

• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

ArcSoft Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

Corporation in the United States of America and other countries.

other countries.

and/or other countries.

use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.

their respective companies.

, and its logo are either the registered trademark or trademark of

• This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions. Some functions are not available on printers that are not PRINT Image Matching III compliant. Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved. PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

Regarding Product Registration

In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to “Connecting to a Computer” (p.183) for more information.

To users of this camera

• Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the display, damage the stored data, or affect the product’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.

• The liquid crystal panel used for the display is manufactured using extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.

• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the screen display in this manual are different from the actual ones.

• In this manual, SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards, and SDXC Memory Cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards.

• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC or a Macintosh.

• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries used for this camera and its accessories.

Using Your Camera Safely

We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.

Warning

Caution

This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause serious personal injuries.

This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.

About the Camera

Warning

• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock.

• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock.

• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.

• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the batteries, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the camera can cause a fire or electric shock.

Caution

• Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You may burn yourself.

• Do not cover the flash with clothing when discharging the flash. Discoloration may occur.

• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.

• Should the display be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin, in your eyes or mouth.

• Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera and get medical attention immediately.

About the AC Adapter

Warning

• Always use the AC adapter exclusively developed for this camera, with the specified power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to this camera, or using the exclusive AC adapter with an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown. The specified voltage is 100 - 240V AC.

• Do not disassemble or modify the AC adapter. This can cause a fire or electric shock.

• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the AC adapter or other abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue use and consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the adapter can cause a fire or electric shock.

• If water should happen to get inside the AC adapter, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the adapter can cause a fire or electric shock.

• If you see a lightning flash or hear thunder during use of the AC adapter, unplug the power plug and discontinue use. Continuing to use the adapter can cause damage to the equipment, fire, or electric shock.

• Wipe off the plug of the AC adapter if it becomes covered with dust. Accumulated dust on the plug may cause a fire.

Caution

• Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center.

• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in.

• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock.

• Do not drop the AC adapter, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause equipment breakdown.

• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only a CSA/UL certified power supply cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male attachment plug cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC non-industrial type configuration) or the equivalent.

About the Batteries

Warning

• Be sure to store the batteries out of the reach of small children. Placing the battery in their mouths may cause an electric shock.

• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

Caution

• This camera uses four AA alkaline, AA lithium or AA Ni-MH batteries. Do not use batteries other than those specified here. Using other types of batteries may cause the camera to function poorly, or the batteries may explode or cause a fire.

• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire. AA batteries for use with this camera other than Ni-MH batteries cannot be charged.

• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion or leakage.

• When replacing the batteries, do not combine different brands, types or capacities. Also, do not combine old batteries with new ones. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may cause an explosion or fire.

• The batteries should be inserted correctly, observing (+) and (-) marks on the batteries. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may cause an explosion or fire.

• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.

• Do not short the batteries or dispose of the batteries in fire. This can cause an explosion or fire.

• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with skin or clothing, wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

Keep the Camera and its Accessories out of the Reach of Small Children

Warning

• Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small children.

1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause serious

personal injuries.

2. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.

3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as batteries or SD Memory

Cards from being swallowed by mistake, keep them out of the reach of

small children. Seek medical attention immediately if an accessory is accidentally swallowed.

Care to be Taken During Handling

Before Using Your Camera

• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.

• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc.

• The lens on this camera is not interchangeable. The lens is not removable.

Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera

• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.

• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles, or ships. If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked.

• The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The display may appear black at high temperatures, but will return to normal at normal temperatures.

• The display may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.

• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, and remove it after the temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized.

• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salt. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any rain or water drops.

• Do not press the display with excessive force. This could cause it to break or malfunction.

• Be careful not to overtighten the tripod screw when using a tripod.

Cleaning Your Camera

• Do not clean the camera with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzine.

• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.

Storing Your Camera

• Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera. Remove the camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated location.

• Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high performance.

Other Precautions

• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from being deleted, and the card from being formatted by the camera or computer. r appears on the display when the card is write-protected.

• Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately after using the camera, as the card may be hot.

• Keep the battery/card cover closed and do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while the data is being played back or saved to the card, or the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable, as this may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.

• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperature.

Write-protect

switch

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable.

• The data on the SD Memory Card may be lost in the following circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is deleted (1) when the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user. (2) when the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical

interference. (3) when the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time. (4) when the SD Memory Card is ejected or the batteries are removed

while the card is being accessed.

• If it is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer.

• Be sure to format SD Memory Cards that are unused or have been used on another camera. Refer to “Formatting the Memory” (p.162).

• Please note that deleting data, or formatting the SD Memory Cards or the built-in memory does not completely erase the original data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered using commercially available software. It is user’s responsibility to ensure the privacy of such data.

Using Your Camera Safely...............................................................1

Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................5

Contents ...........................................................................................8

Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................15

Camera Features.................................................................................16

Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................19

Names of Parts...............................................................................20

Names of Operating Parts..............................................................21

Monitor Indications .........................................................................22

Getting Started 29

Attaching the Lens Cap and Strap ....................................................29

Powering the Camera .........................................................................30

Installing the Batteries ....................................................................30

Using the AC Adapter.....................................................................32

Installing an SD Memory Card...........................................................34

Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................36

Starting-up in Playback Mode.........................................................37

Initial Settings .....................................................................................38

Setting the Display Language.........................................................38

Setting the Date and Time ..............................................................41

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ......................................................43

Common Operations 44

Understanding the Button Functions ...............................................44

A Mode .........................................................................................44

Q Mode ........................................................................................46

Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode...................................48

Setting the Camera Functions...........................................................49

Operating the Menus ......................................................................49

Menu List ........................................................................................52

Taking Pictures 56

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................56

Holding the Camera........................................................................56

Adjusting the Position of the Display ..............................................56

Taking Pictures...............................................................................57

Using the Face Detection Function ................................................61

Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings (Program Mode) ..............62

Taking Pictures in Basic Mode (Green Mode) ................................ 62

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................64

Adjusting the Exposure...................................................................66

Selecting the Shooting Mode.............................................................68

Picture Modes.................................................................................68

H Modes .....................................................................................69

Exposure Modes.............................................................................71

Various Shooting Methods ................................................................72

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode) .......................... 72

Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode) ..................... 73

Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode).................... 75

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) ......................................... 77

Using a (Manual Exposure) Mode.................................................79

Using A (USER) Mode ..............................................................80

Setting the Shooting Functions.........................................................82

Selecting the Flash Mode...............................................................82

Selecting the Drive Mode ...............................................................84

Selecting the Focus Mode..............................................................86

Setting the [A Rec. Mode] Menu ...................................................88

Selecting the Autofocus Settings....................................................88

Setting the Image Tone ..................................................................90

Selecting the Number of Recorded Pixels......................................91

Selecting the Quality Level of Still Pictures ....................................92

Setting the White Balance..............................................................93

Setting the AE Metering..................................................................95

Setting the Sensitivity .....................................................................96

Setting the AUTO ISO Range.........................................................97

Compensating Flash Output ...........................................................98

Compensating for Brightness (D-Range Setting) ...........................98

Setting the Shake Reduction ..........................................................99

Switching the Face Detection Function ........................................100

Setting the Blink Detection Function.............................................101

Setting the Instant Review............................................................102

Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)...................................102

Setting the Color Saturation/Tone (Saturation/Tone

Adjustment)............................................................................102

Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)..........................................103

Setting the Date Imprint Function.................................................103

Setting the IQ Enhancer Processing ............................................104

Setting the Green Button..............................................................105

Recording Movies.............................................................................108

Selecting the Movie Mode ............................................................108

Recording a Movie........................................................................110

Recording a Movie Quickly Using the Movie button .....................111

Using the Time-Lapse Movie Function .........................................112

Using the High Speed Movie Function .........................................113

Setting the [C Movie] Menu.........................................................113

Selecting the Number of Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate for

Movies....................................................................................114

Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function............ 114

Suppressing Wind Noises during Movie Recording (Wind

Suppression) ..........................................................................115

Saving the Settings (Memory) .........................................................116

Playing Back and Deleting Images 118

Playing Back Images ........................................................................118

Playing Back Still Pictures............................................................118

Playing Back Movies ....................................................................119

Multi-Image Display ......................................................................120

Using the Playback Function........................................................122

Slideshow .....................................................................................124

Rotating the Image .......................................................................126

Zoom Playback.............................................................................127

Deleting Images ................................................................................129

Deleting a Single Image ...............................................................129

Deleting Selected Images.............................................................129

Deleting All Images.......................................................................131

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ...................................131

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment...................................... 134

Connecting the Camera to a Video Input Terminal ......................134

Connecting the Camera to an HDMI Terminal .............................136

Editing and Printing Images 137

Editing Images ..................................................................................137

Changing the Image Size (Resize) ...............................................137

Cropping Images ..........................................................................138

Stretching a User-Selected Area of an Image (Stretch Filter) ......139

Processing Images to Make a Face Look Smaller .......................140

Using the Digital Filters.................................................................142

Using the HDR Filter.....................................................................145

Creating a Collage Image.............................................................145

Compensating for a Red-eye Effect .............................................149

Adding a Frame (Frame Composite)............................................150

Editing Movies ..............................................................................153

Copying Images............................................................................156

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................159

Printing a Single Image ................................................................159

Printing All Images........................................................................161

Settings 162

Camera Settings................................................................................162

Changing the [W Setting] Menu....................................................162

Formatting the Memory ................................................................162

Changing the Sound Settings .......................................................163

Changing the Date and Time........................................................164

Setting the World Time.................................................................166

Setting the Text Size on the Menu ...............................................168

Changing the Display Language ..................................................169

Changing the Naming System of the Folder.................................169

Changing the Naming System of the File .....................................172

Changing the Video Output Format..............................................173

Selecting the HDMI Output Format ..............................................174

Setting Eye-Fi Communication .....................................................175

Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ........................................ 176

Using the Power Saving Function ................................................176

Setting the Auto Power Off Function ............................................177

Setting the Quick Zoom Function.................................................178

Setting the Guide Display.............................................................178

Setting the Battery Type ...............................................................178

Changing the Start-up Screen ......................................................179

Correcting Defective Pixels in the Image Sensor

(Pixel Mapping) ......................................................................180

Setting the Playback Shortcut ......................................................181

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................181

Connecting to a Computer 183

Connecting to a Computer...............................................................183

Setting the USB Connection Mode ...............................................183

Connecting the Camera and the Computer..................................184

Disconnecting the Camera from the Computer ............................185

Using the Provided Software...........................................................186

System Requirements ..................................................................186

Installing the Software ..................................................................187

Using MediaImpression on Windows ...........................................190

Using MediaImpression on Macintosh..........................................192

Transferring Images Using an Eye-Fi Card ....................................194

Appendix 196

Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................196

Messages...........................................................................................201

Troubleshooting................................................................................203

Default Settings.................................................................................205

List of World Time Cities..................................................................210

Main Specifications ..........................................................................211

WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................216

Index...................................................................................................221

In this manual, the method for operating the four-way controller is shown in illustrations, such as in the ones below.

The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below.

A mode

Q mode

indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the related operation.

indicates information that is useful to know.

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.

This is the mode for capturing still pictures and recording movies. In this manual, the mode for taking still pictures is referred to as the “still picture capture mode” and the mode for recording movies is referred to as the “movie mode”.

This is the mode for viewing still pictures and playing back movies.

Composition of the Operating Manual

This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.

1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read this chapter and follow the instructions.

2 Common Operations ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains common operations such as the functions of the buttons and how to use the menus. For more details, refer to the respective chapters below.

3 Taking Pictures ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains the various ways of capturing images and how to set the relevant functions.

4 Playing Back and Deleting Images–––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to view still pictures and movies on the camera or on a TV screen and how to delete them from the camera.

5 Editing and Printing Images ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to edit still pictures on the camera and how to print them.

6 Settings –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to set the camera-related functions.

7 Connecting to a Computer –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to connect the camera to a computer, and includes installation instructions and a general overview of the provided software.

8 Appendix––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains troubleshooting and provides various resources.

Camera Features

In addition to basic picture-taking, this camera has a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. This section describes how to make the most of the key features of your camera. For details of camera operations, refer to the pages for each function.

Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions!

The user-friendly design of this camera enables easy operation with only a few buttons. Simply by choosing the appropriate icon, you can select the shooting mode (p.68) and choose the optimal settings for the situation, or the playback mode (p.122, p.137) and enjoy the various playback and editing functions. A guide on the display lets you check the functions available in each mode and how to use them.

A shooting mode guide is displayed in the Capture Mode

Palette and a playback mode guide in the Playback Mode Palette (p.68, p.122).

Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using

standard settings (p.62).

Perfect for Portrait Shots!

This camera comes with a “Face Detection” function that spots the faces in your shot and automatically adjusts the focus and exposure for the faces. It can detect up to 32 people per shot*, so it will help you take perfect group shots too. It will automatically release the shutter when one or more of the subjects are smiling, or it will tell you that anyone blinked, so you can take many shots from which you can choose the best.

* Up to 31 face detection frames are displayed on the display.

Face Detection function (p.61) Modes for taking stunning pictures of people (p.68)

Add Fun Frames to Your Pictures!

When you take a picture with this camera, you can choose from the original fun frames to create attractive framed shots (p.72). You can also add frames to pictures you have taken. Adjust the position of the subject in the picture or reduce or enlarge the picture size to match the frame shape and size. Now you no longer have to worry about the subject not fitting into the frame (p.150).

For decorating your pictures

with a frame

Display Your Data in Calendar Format!

With this camera, you can display recorded images and movies by date in calendar format (p.121). This lets you quickly find the image or movie you want to play back.

Advanced Movie Recording Functions

This camera has a “Movie SR” function to reduce camera shake during movie recording (p.114). You can record movies in 1920 × 1080 pixel (16:9) Full HD format (p.114) and can enjoy viewing high-quality movies on AV devices by connecting the camera using a commercially available HDMI cable (p.134).

Use the camera to shoot fun-filled movies of your children or pets as a visual diary of their development (p.108).

A Multitude of Functions Inside the Camera for Enjoying Images Without a Computer!

This camera has a variety of functions to let you enjoy playing back and editing images without having to connect the camera to your computer. The camera is all you need to take and edit still pictures and movies (p.137).

Image processing features such as Resize (p.137),

Cropping (p.138), Digital Filter (p.142) and Red-eye Edit (p.149) can be used.

You can divide a movie into two or more segments and

select a frame from a movie to save it as a still picture (p.153).

Checking the Contents of the Package

Camera

X-5

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW129

Operating Manual

(this manual)

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.

Strap

O-ST92 (*)

Four AA alkaline

batteries

Quick Guide

Lens cap O-LC129 (*)

USB cable I-USB7 (*)

Names of Parts

Front

Self-timer lamp (focus assist light)

b button

Microphone

Strap lug

PC/AV terminal

PC/AV

Remote control receiver

Back

Diopter adjustment dial

Viewfinder

Lens

Terminal cover

Flash (stored)

Display

Power button/Power lamp

Speaker

DC terminal

Mode dial

Shutter release button

Strap lug

HDMI terminal (Type D)

Zoom lever

m button

Bottom

Battery/card cover lock lever

Battery/card cover

Names of Operating Parts

Tripod socket

4 button

3 button

e-dial

Movie button Q button

Four-way controller 4 button

Green/i button

3 button

Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.44 - p.48) for an explanation of the function of each button.

Monitor Indications

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3 8

Display in A Mode

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions in capture mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 3 button: “Normal Display”, “Histogram + Info”, “Grid Display” and “No Info”.

Histogram + InfoNormal Display

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383838

No Info

• When the shooting mode is set to 9

(Green) mode, the monitor display is as shown on the right. You cannot change the information on the display by pressing the 3 button.

• To take pictures using the viewfinder, switch from the monitor display to the viewfinder by pressing the 4 button. Press the button again to switch to the monitor display.

Grid Display

Still Picture Capture Mode

F 3 . 5

1 / 2 5 0

3 8

200

+ 1 . 0

A A

A A A

(All of the display items are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)

A1 to A16 and B1 appear when “Normal Display” is selected. All the icons appear when “Histogram + Info” is selected.

Only B1

appears

when “No Info” is selected.

A7 A8 A9 A12A11

1 2

A10

A15 A16

B2 B3 B4 B5

200

4 5 6

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

200

A13 A14

Shooting mode (p.68)

Face Detection icon (p.61)

D-Range Setting icon (p.98)

Shake Reduction icon (p.99)

Shutter Speed

Aperture

Flash Mode (p.82)

Drive Mode (p.84)

Focus Mode (p.86)

Eye-Fi communication status

A10

(p.175) Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom

A11

icon (p.64)

* A2 varies depending on the [Face Detection] setting in the [A Rec.

Mode] menu.

I When [Face Detection] is set to [On] J When [Face Detection] is set to [Smile]

If set to [Off], nothing appears in A2.

Memory status (p.37)

A12

EV Compensation (p.66)

A13

Date Imprint setting (p.103)

A14

Remaining image storage

A15

capacity Battery level indicator (p.32)

A16

Focus frame (p.58)

Recorded Pixels (p.91)

Quality Level (p.92)

White Balance (p.93)

AE Metering (p.95)

Sensitivity (p.96)

Histogram (p.27)

* A3 varies depending on the [D-Range Setting] setting in the [A Rec.

Mode] menu.

When [Highlight Correction] is set to O (On)

When [Shadow Correction] is set to O (On)

When [Highlight Correction] and [Shadow Correction] are both set to O

(On)

If [Highlight Correction] and [Shadow Correction] are both set to P (Off), nothing appears in A3.

* For A4, M appears if the shutter release button is pressed halfway

when [Shake Reduction] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu is set to [Sensor Shift] or [Dual]. l appears when [Shake Reduction] is set to [Off].

* A5 and A6 always appear when the shooting mode is set to a or E

(when the registered shooting mode is a). In other shooting modes, they are displayed only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

* A10 varies depending on the communication status when using SD

Memory Card with a built-in wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card). (No indicator) Eye-Fi card is not supported

MN Communicating MO Waiting for communication MP Eye-Fi communication is not allowed MQ Version is outdated

* When the shooting mode is b (Auto Picture) and if you press the

shutter release button halfway, the automatically selected shooting mode appears in A1 even when “Grid Display” or “No Info” is selected (p.59).

* The current date and time (p.22) appear instead of B7 when “Normal

Display” is selected.

* In “Normal Display”, X appears during world time setting instead of

B7.

* Some indications may not appear depending on the shooting mode.

Display in Q Mode

F3 .5

1/ 25 0

10 0

00 38

14 :2 5

200

10 0

00 38

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Edi t

The display shows the shooting information of the image in playback mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 3 button.

Normal Display

100

0038

100-0038

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Edit

Histogram + Info

100

0038

100-0038

200

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

Edit

No Info

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Edit

Playback Mode

F 3 . 5

1 / 2 5 0

1 0 0

0 0 3 8

1 4 : 2 5

200

0 9 / 0 9 / 2 0 1 2

Edit

(All of the display items are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to A10 appear when “Normal Display” or “Histogram + Info” is selected. B1 to B8 appear only when “Histogram + Info” is selected.

100

0038

100-0038

A7 A8

A3 A4 A5

1 2

B2 B3 B4 B5

B6 B7

200

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

Edit

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A10

Face Detection icon (p.61)

Playback mode

Q : Still Picture (p.118)

h : Time-Lapse Movie (p.112)

K : Movie (p.119)

g : High Speed Movie (p.113) Eye-Fi communication status

(p.175) Memory status (p.37)

Folder number (p.169)

File number

Protect icon (p.131)

* A1 appears only if the Face Detection function worked when the image

was shot.

Battery level indicator (p.32)

Captured date and time (p.41)

Four-way controller guide

A10

Recorded Pixels (p.91)

White Balance (p.93)

Quality Level (p.92)

AE Metering (p.95)

Sensitivity (p.96)

Shutter speed

Aperture

Histogram (p.27)

* In “Normal Display”, A8 and A9 disappear if no operation is performed

for two seconds.

* A10 appears even when “No Info” is selected, but disappears if no operation

is performed for two seconds. When no operation is performed for two seconds in “Normal Display” or “Histogram + Info”, only “Edit” disappears.

Guide Indications

A guide indication for each available button/key operation appears as follows on the display during operation.

2 Four-way controller (2) / e-dial 3 Four-way controller (3) 4 Four-way controller (4) Shutter release button 5 Four-way controller (5)

3 button 3 button

SHUTTER

4 button

X /i Green/i button

DISP

Using the Histogram

A histogram shows the brightness distribution of an image. The horizontal axis represents brightness (dark at the left and bright at the right) and the vertical axis represents the number of pixels. The shape of the histogram

Number of pixels→

←Brightness→(Dark) (Bright)

before and after shooting tells you whether the brightness and contrast are correct or not, and lets you decide if you need to adjust the exposure and take a picture again.

Adjusting the Exposure 1p.66

Understanding Brightness

If the brightness is correct, the graph peaks in the middle. If the image is underexposed, the peak is on the left side, and if it is overexposed, the peak is on the right side.

Dark image Correct image Bright image

When the image is underexposed, the part to the left is cut off (dark portions) and when the image is overexposed, the part to the right is cut off (bright portions).

Understanding Contrast

The graph peaks gradually for images in which contrast is balanced. The graph peaks on both sides but sinks in the middle for images with a large difference in contrast and low amounts of mid-level brightness.

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