Pentax 14116, 14131 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.
ArcSoft, and its logo are either the registered trademark or trademark of ArcSoft
Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and other countries.
Windows Vista is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
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.
All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies. In this manual, the ™ and ® marks are not specified.
Regarding Product Registration
In order to serve you better, 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 chapter 7 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 monitor, damage the stored data, or
affect the product's internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used in 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.
• If you point the camera toward an object that is bright, a band of light may
appear on the screen display. This phenomenon is referred to as “smear” and
is not a malfunction of the camera.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen in this manual
are different from the actual product.
• In this manual, SD, SDHC, and SDXC Memory Cards are referred to as SD
Memory Cards hereafter.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC or
a Macintosh hereafter.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries used for this
camera and accessories.
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY
We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using
this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked
with the following symbols.
Warning
Caution
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
serious personal injuries.
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.
About the Camera
Warning
• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High
voltages are present within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of
electric shocks if the camera is taken apart.
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• If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for
example, the camera being dropped, please do not under any
circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is a danger of
receiving an electric shock.
Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous. Please
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take care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.
• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other
irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery and
contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the
camera may result in fire or electric shock.
Caution
• Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You
may burn yourself.
• Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is a
risk of discoloring.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as
there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long
periods of time.
• Should the screen display be damaged, be careful of glass fragments.
Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your
eyes or in your mouth.
• Depending on your inherent 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 Battery Charger and the AC Adapter
Warning
• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed for
this product, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger
or AC adapter not exclusive to this product, or using the exclusive battery
charger or 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 product. This can cause a fire or electric
shock.
• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other
abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue use and consult a PENTAX
Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric
shock.
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• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX
Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric
shock.
• If a thunder storm should occur while using the battery charger or AC
adapter, unplug the AC plug (cord) and discontinue use. Continuing to use
the product can cause damage to the equipment, fire, or electric shock.
• Wipe off the plug of the AC plug if it becomes covered with dust. Dust on
the plug may cause a fire.
Caution
• Do not plug or unplug the AC plug with wet hands. This can cause an
electric shock.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause
equipment breakdown.
• Do not use the battery charger to charge a battery other than a
rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI122. Attempting to charge other types
of batteries may cause an explosion, or heating, or may damage the
battery charger.
• 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 nonindustrial type configuration) or
the equivalent.
About the Battery
Warning
• Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing it in
their mouths may cause an electric shock.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, it
may cause a loss of sight. Flush your eyes with clean water and get
medical attention immediately. Do not rub them.
Caution
• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may
cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an
explosion or leakage.
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• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or
begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and contacts of the battery.
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This can cause an
explosion or fire.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes,
wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Precautions for D-LI122 Battery Usage:
USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.
- DO NOT INCINERATE.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.
- DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F/60°C)
RISK OF FIRE AND BURNS. SEE MANUAL.
Keep the Camera and Accessories Out of the Reach of Small
Children
Warning
• Be sure to keep the camera and its accessories out of the reach of small
children.
1. Injuries may result from the product falling or from unexpected movement.
2. Suffocation may result from wrapping the strap around the neck.
3. Small accessories such as battery or an SD Memory Card may be
swallowed. 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
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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.
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About the Battery and Charger
• Storing the battery fully charged may decrease the battery performance.
Avoid storing in high temperatures.
• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the
battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery’s usage span.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is
recommended.
Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera
• The lens on this camera is not interchangeable. The lens is not removable.
• 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.
• As this camera is not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come
in contact with rain, water or any other liquid.
• 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 strong vibrations, shocks or
pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and
have it checked.
• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F).
• The monitor may appear black under high temperatures, but will return to
normal as temperatures normalize.
The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low
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temperatures. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.
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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 temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized.
• Be careful not to allow dirt, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases or salt to
enter the camera as this may damage the camera. Wipe away any
raindrops or water droplets and allow the camera to dry.
• Please do not press forcefully on the display. This could cause breakage
or malfunction.
• Be careful not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may
damage the exterior of the camera or the display.
• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten the
screw in the tripod socket on the camera.
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Cleaning Your Camera
Write-protect
switch
• Do not clean the product 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 card where it may be exposed to static electricity
or electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the card 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
• 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.
• 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.
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• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it
away from water and store away from high temperature.
• 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 deleted 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 battery is removed while
the data on the card is being recorded or 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.
• When using an SD Memory Card with a slow recording speed, recording
may stop while you are taking movies even when there is adequate space
in the memory, or shooting and playback may take a long time.
• Be sure to format SD Memory Cards that are unused or have been used
on another camera. Refer to “Formatting the Memory” (p.176).
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Contents
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY.................................................... 1
Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................4
Contents ...........................................................................................8
Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................13
Camera Features.................................................................................14
Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................17
Names of Parts...............................................................................18
Names of Operating Parts ..............................................................19
Monitor Indications .........................................................................20
Getting Started 29
Attaching the Strap............................................................................. 30
Powering the Camera ......................................................................... 31
Charging the Battery....................................................................... 31
Installing the Battery .......................................................................32
Using the AC Adapter..................................................................... 35
Installing the SD Memory Card.......................................................... 37
Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory Card ................ 39
Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................ 40
Starting-up in the Playback Mode................................................... 41
Initial Settings .....................................................................................42
Setting the Display Language......................................................... 42
Setting the Date and Time.............................................................. 46
Common Operations 49
Understanding the Button Functions ............................................... 50
A Mode .........................................................................................50
Q Mode ........................................................................................52
Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode................................... 54
Setting the Camera Functions ...........................................................55
Operating the Menus ......................................................................55
Menu List ........................................................................................58
Taking Pictures 63
Taking Still Pictures............................................................................ 64
Taking Pictures...............................................................................64
Setting the Shooting Mode .............................................................67
Using the Face Detection Function ................................................69
Taking Pictures Automatically (Auto Picture Mode) .......................70
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Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings (Program Mode) ..............71
Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)..........................72
Using the Zoom ..............................................................................74
Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Handheld Night Snap/Night Scene
Portrait/Night Scene/Sunset/Digital SR/Fireworks Mode) ........77
Taking Pictures of People (Portrait/Natural Skin Tone Mode) ........ 78
Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode) ........................................79
Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) .........................................80
Taking Pictures of Sports and Leisure Activities (Surf & Snow/
Sport Mode) .............................................................................81
Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode) ..............................................83
Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode) .......................... 84
Taking Pictures Using the Filters (Fish-eye/Sketch/Miniature).......86
Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode).................... 88
Using the Self-timer ........................................................................90
Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/Burst Shooting/
16-frame Shooting Mode) ........................................................92
Taking Pictures Using the Remote Control Unit (Optional) ............93
Shooting while the Exposure is Automatically Changed (Auto
Bracketing) ...............................................................................95
Setting the Shooting Functions......................................................... 97
Selecting the Flash Mode ...............................................................97
Selecting the Focus Mode ..............................................................99
Selecting the Recorded Pixels...................................................... 103
Adjusting the White Balance......................................................... 105
Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation).................................... 107
Correcting the Brightness (D-Range Setting) ...............................108
Setting the Sensitivity ...................................................................109
Setting the AUTO ISO Range....................................................... 110
Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)................................... 111
Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)...................................... 111
Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)..........................................112
Setting the Shake Reduction Function .........................................112
Registering a Face to be Detected Preferentially .........................113
Switching the Face Detection Function ........................................117
Setting the Date Imprint Function .................................................118
Setting for Displaying the Electronic Level ...................................119
Calling Up a Specific Function...................................................... 120
Recording Movies .............................................................................122
Recording a Movie........................................................................ 122
Selecting the Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate for Movies .........124
Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function............ 125
Setting the Screen Effect for Recording a Movie.......................... 126
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Saving the Settings (Memory) .........................................................128
Playing Back and Deleting Images 131
Playing Back Images ........................................................................132
Playing Back Still Pictures ............................................................ 132
Playing Back a Movie ...................................................................133
Multi-Image Display ......................................................................134
Using the Playback Function ........................................................136
Slideshow .....................................................................................138
Rotating the Image .......................................................................140
Zoom Playback............................................................................. 141
Deleting Images ................................................................................142
Deleting a Single Image ...............................................................142
Deleting Selected Images............................................................. 143
Deleting All Images....................................................................... 145
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ...................................146
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment...................................... 149
Editing and Printing Images 151
Editing Images ..................................................................................152
Changing the Image Size (Resize)...............................................152
Cropping Images ..........................................................................153
Stretching a User-Selected Area of an Image (Stretch Filter) ......154
Processing Images to Make Faces Look Smaller ........................156
Using the Digital Filters................................................................. 158
Compensating for an Unwanted Red-eye Effect ..........................162
Adding a Frame (Frame Composite) ............................................163
Editing Movies ..............................................................................166
Copying Images............................................................................ 168
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................ 171
Printing Single Images.................................................................. 171
Printing All Images........................................................................ 173
Settings 175
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Camera Settings................................................................................ 176
Formatting the Memory ................................................................176
Changing the Sound Settings.......................................................177
Changing the Date and Time........................................................ 178
Setting the World Time .................................................................181
Changing the Display Language ..................................................183
Changing the Naming System of the Folder................................. 184
Changing the Video Output Format.............................................. 185
Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ........................................186
Using the Power Saving Function ................................................187
Setting the Auto Power Off Function ............................................188
Changing the Start-up Screen ......................................................189
Correcting Defective Pixels in the CCD Sensor (Pixel Mapping) .190
Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................191
Viewing Images on a Computer 193
Setting Up Your Computer............................................................... 194
Provided Software ........................................................................194
System Requirements ..................................................................194
Installing the Software ..................................................................196
Setting the USB Connection Mode............................................... 199
Connecting to Your Computer.........................................................201
Connecting the Camera and Your Computer ...............................201
Transferring Images .....................................................................202
Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer.......................... 205
Starting “MediaImpression” ..........................................................206
Details on How to Use “MediaImpression” ...................................207
Appendix 209
Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................210
Messages........................................................................................... 212
Troubleshooting................................................................................ 214
Default Settings................................................................................. 216
List of World Time Cities.................................................................. 221
Optional Accessories .......................................................................222
Main Specifications ..........................................................................223
WARRANTY POLICY......................................................................... 227
Index................................................................................................... 232
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In this manual, the method for operating the four-way controller is shown
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or
3
or
5
or
2
or
in illustrations, such as in the ones below.
The meanings of the symbols used in this Operating Manual are
explained below.
1
indicates the reference page number for an explanation of the
related operation.
indicates information that is useful to know.
12
A mode
Q mode
indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.
This is the mode for capturing still pictures. In this manual, the
mode for taking still pictures is referred to as the “Still Picture
Capture 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 it 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 and how to delete them from the camera.
5 Editing and Printing Images ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains the various ways of printing still pictures and how to
edit images with the camera. For information on transferring images to a
computer and installing the provided application software, see “Connecting
to Your Computer” in chapter 7. For details on editing and printing images
on a computer, see the Help menu of the application software.
6 Settings –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains how to set the camera-related functions.
7 Viewing Images on a Computer –––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter explains how to connect the camera to your computer, install
the supplied CD-ROM, etc.
8 Appendix––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter deals with troubleshooting and lists the optional accessories.
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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Camera Features
A built-in electronic level (p.26) indicates the tilt of the
camera.
Use the camera to shoot fun-filled movies of your
children or pets as a visual diary of their development
(p.122).
In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio VS20 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. Together with the
explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to enjoy your camera
to the full.
Shooting Pictures by Holding the Camera
Vertically
The Optio VS20 has a shutter release
button and a zoom lever for shooting with
the camera held vertically, which enables
you to shoot naturally. When you hold the
camera vertically, indications on the
display are automatically displayed in
vertical orientation.
Advanced Movie Recording
VS20
The Optio
shake during movie recording (p.125).
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has a Shake Reduction function to reduce camera
Perfect for Portrait Shots!
Face Detection function (p.69)
Modes for taking stunning pictures of people (p.78)
For decorating your pictures
with a frame.
The Optio
faces in your shot and automatically adjusts the focus and exposure for
the faces. It can detect up to 10 people per shot, so it will help you take
perfect group shots too. It will automatically release the shutter when
people are smiling, so you can always get the best shot.
VS20
comes with a “Face Detection” function that spots the
Add Various Frames to Your Pictures!
When you take a picture with the Optio
VS20
, you can choose from a wide range
of fun frames to create attractive framed
shots (p.84). You can also add frames to
pictures you have taken and 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.163).
Display Images in Calendar Format!
With the Optio VS20, you can display recorded images by date in
calendar format (p.135). This lets you quickly find the image you want to
play back.
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Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback
A shooting mode guide is displayed in the Capture Mode
Palette and a playback mode guide in the Playback Mode
Palette (p.67, p.136).
Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using
standard settings (p.72).
Resize (p.152), Cropping (p.153) and Red-eye
Compensation (p.162) can be used, while the image is
displayed in the playback mode.
You can divide a movie into two or select a frame from a
movie to save as a still picture (p.166).
Functions!
The user-friendly design of the Optio
VS20 enables easy operation with only
a few buttons. Simply by choosing the
appropriate icon, you can select the
shooting mode (p.67) and choose the
optimal settings for the situation, or the
playback mode (p.136, p.152) 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 multitude of functions inside the camera for
enjoying images without a Computer!
The Optio VS20 has a variety of
functions to let you enjoy playing back
and editing images without having to
connect the camera to your computer
and transfer the images first. The
camera is all you need to take and edit
still pictures and movies (p.152).
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Checking the Contents of the Package
Camera
Optio VS20
Strap
O-ST122 (*)
Operating Manuals &
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW122
CHARGE
USB cable
I-USB122 (*)
EN
DE
FR
IT
ES
PT
NL
SV
TC
SC
KO
Rechargeable lithium-ion
battery D-LI122 (*)
Battery charger
D-BC122 (*)
Quick Guide
Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.222).
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Names of Parts
Self-timer lamp/
Focus assist light
Flash
Lens
Battery/card cover
Microphone
Tripod socket
Remote control receiver
Tripod socket
Battery/card cover
lock lever
Display
Shutter release button
Power switch
PC/AV terminal cover
Strap lug
Speaker
Shutter release button
for vertical shooting
Strap lug
Front
Back
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Names of Operating Parts
Shutter release button
4/W button
3 button
Four-way controller
Green/i button
Zoom lever
Q button
Power switch
C button
Shutter release button for
vertical shooting
Zoom lever for vertical shooting
Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.50) for an explanation
of the function of each button.
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Monitor Indications
Detailed Display
No Info
Normal Display
Show GridElectronic Level Display
3 8
Display in A Mode
The display shows information such as the camera settings in the
capture mode.
The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the
4/W button: Normal Display, Detailed Display, Show Grid, No
Info, Electronic Level Display.
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OK
OK
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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
4/W
• The electronic level display appears only
when the electronic level on the [A Rec.
Mode] menu is set to O (On) (p.119).
button.
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AWB
AWB
200
200
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OK
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38
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Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode
0 2 / 0 2 / 2 0 12
0 2 / 0 2 / 2 0 12
Horizontal display Vertical display
10
98
1
2
3
4
5
6
1/250
7
1/250
1/250
1/250
F3.5F3.5
F5.6
F5.6
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1 Shooting mode (p.67) 11
2 Face Detection icon (p.69)
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1/250
1/250
1/250
1/250
F3.5F3.5
F5.6
F5.6
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Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom icon
(p.74)
3 Tilt icon (p.119) 12 Memory status (p.40)
4 D-range setting icon (p.108) 13 Remaining image storage capacity
5 Shake Reduction icon (p.112) 14 Battery level indicator (p.34)
6 Shutter speed 15 Focus frame (p.64)
7 Aperture 16 Date and time (p.46)
8 Flash mode (p.97) 17 EV Compensation (p.107)
9 Drive mode (p.90) 18 Date Imprint setting (p.118)
10 Focus mode (p.99) 19 World time setting (p.181)
* 6 and 7 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
* As to 10, when the focus mode is set to = and the Auto-Macro
function is activated, the q appears on the display (p.99).
* Some indications may not appear depending on the shooting mode.
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Switching the Display for Shooting between Vertical and
Horizontal Orientation
When you hold the camera vertically for shooting a still picture, the display is
automatically switched to vertical orientation.
• When you hold the camera horizontally, you cannot use the shutter release button/
zoom lever for vertical shooting.
• While you are recording movies and playing back still pictures/movies, the display
is not switched to vertical orientation.
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Detailed Display/No Info Display in Still Picture Capture Mode
F 3 . 5
1 / 2 5 0
3 8
AWB
200
+ 1 . 0
+ 1 . 0
1 4 : 2 5
F5.6
1/250
F5.6
1/250
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+1.0
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F3.5F3.5
1/250
1/250
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M
AWBAWBAWB
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200200
Α16
A18
Α17
A1
Α8
A2
A3
B1
A11A10Α7Α6
A4
B2
B3
A5
A12
A13
A14
A15
A9
Horizontal display Vertical display
A1 to A18 and B1 appear when “Detailed Display” is selected. Only B1
(Focus Frame)
A1
A2
A3
A4
B1
A5
B2
1/250
1/25
B3
F3.
F3.5
appears when “No Info” is selected.
A6 A7 A8 A10A9
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A11
A12
16
M
A13
AWB
AWB
A14
20
200
A15
+1.
+1.
+1.0
A17 A18
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A16
A1 Shooting mode (p.67) A12 Battery level indicator (p.34)
A2 Face Detection icon (p.69) A13 Recorded pixels (p.103)
A3
Tilt icon (p.119)
A4
D-range setting icon (p.108)
A5
Shake Reduction icon (p.112) A16 Histogram (p.25)
A14 White Balance (p.105)
A15 Sensitivity (p.109)
A6 Flash mode (p.97) A17 EV Compensation (p.107)
A7 Drive mode (p.90) A18 Date Imprint setting (p.118)
A8 Focus mode (p.99)
A9
Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom
icon (p.74)
A10 Memory status (p.40)
Remaining image storage capacity
A11
* B2 and B3 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed
halfway.
* When the shooting mode is b (Auto Picture) and if you press the
shutter release button halfway, the selected shooting mode appears in
A1 even when “No Info” is selected (p.70).
* Some indications may not appear depending on the shooting mode.
B1 Focus frame (p.64)
B2 Shutter s
peed
B3 Aperture
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Display in Q Mode
02 /0 2/ 201 2
14 :2 5
02 /0 2/ 201 2
AWB
Normal Display
Detailed Display
No Info
The display shows the shooting information of the image in Q mode.
The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the
4/W button: Normal Display, Detailed Display, No Info.
100-0026100-0026
1/1000
1/1000
F2.6
F2.6
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OK
M
AWB
AWB
200200
1/250
1/250
F3.5
F3.5
EditEdit
Edit
Edit
Edit
Edit
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100-0026100-0026
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OK
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Normal Display/Detailed Display in Playback Mode
0 2 / 0 2 / 2 01 2
I S O 2 0 0
AWB
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 “
to B5 appear only when “
A2
A1
Detailed Display”
Detailed Display”
is selected.
A3
100-0038100-0038
is selected. B1
A4
A5
A6
A7
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B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
M
AWB
AWB
ISO 200
1/250
1/250
F3.5
F3.5
Edit
Edit
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A8
A9
A10
A1 Playback mode A8 Histogram (p.25)
Q: Still Picture Playback A9 Captured date and time (p.46)
Mode (p.136) A10 Four-way controller guide
A2 Protect icon (p.146)
A3 Memory status (p.40) B1 Recorded pixels (p.103)
A4 Folder number (p.184) B2 White Balance (
p.105
)
A5 File number B3 Sensitivity (p.109)
A6 Battery level indicator (p.34) B4 Shutter speed
A7 Volume icon B5 Aperture
”
* In “Normal Display
, A6 and A9 disappear if no operation is performed
for two seconds.
* A7 appears only when the volume is being adjusted during playback of
movies. (p.133)
* 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 “Detailed Display”,
only “Edit” disappears.
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Guide Indications
Number of pixels→
←Brightness→(Dark) (Bright)
Dark image Correct image Bright image
A guide indication for each available button/key operation appears as
follows on the display during operation.
Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom lever
Four-way controller (3) 3
Four-way controller (4) 4 Shutter release button
Four-way controller (5) 5
3 button
MENU
4/W button
Green/i button X/i
OK
SHUTTER
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
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.
Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) 1p.107
Understanding Brightness
If the brightness is correct, the graph peaks in the middle. If the image is
too dark, the peak is on the left side, and if it is too bright, the peak is on
the right side.
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When the image is too dark, the part to the left is cut off (dark portions)
Horizontally and vertically
level (green)
Tilted 1° to the right (yellow)
Vertically level (green)
Outside horizontal level
display (red)
Tilted 5° up (red)
Horizontally level (green)
Outside vertical level
display (red)
and when the image is too bright, 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.
Electronic level display
This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether
the camera is level. When [Electronic Level] is set to O (On), the
electronic level can be displayed by pressing the 4/W button.
A bar graph indicating the horizontal camera angle appears at the
bottom of the screen, and a bar graph indicating the vertical camera
angle appears on the right side.
Example:
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If the camera angle cannot be detected, both ends and the center of the
bar graphs flash red.
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Memo
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