Pentax 14191, 14176, 14161 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.

This operating manual applies to Optio RZ18 and Optio RX18. The illustrations used in this manual are those of Optio RZ18.

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.

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

• 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 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.209) 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 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.

• 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 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 hereafter.

• 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 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 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 battery or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product 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 monitor 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 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.

• 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 cord if it becomes covered with dust. 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 AC plug 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 plug or unplug the power cord 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-LI92. 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, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

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.

• 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-LI92 Battery Usage: BATTERY MAY EXPLODE OR FIRE IF MISTREATED.

- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

- DO NOT CHARGE EXCEPT SPECIFIED CHARGING CONDITION.

- DO NOT HEAT ABOVE 140°F / 60°C, OR SHORT CIRCUIT.

- DO NOT CRUSH OR MODIFY.

Keep the Camera and 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 the battery 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). Pictures, movies and sound files 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.

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 life.

• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended.

• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed exclusively for the battery charger D-BC92. Do not use it with other devices.

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.

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

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

• The monitor 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 salts. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any rain or water drops.

• Please do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause it to break 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.

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

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

Cleaning Your Camera

• 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.

Other Precautions

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

• Please note that deleting images or sound files, 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-protect

switch

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.190).

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 31

Attaching the Strap.............................................................................32

Powering the Camera .........................................................................33

Charging the Battery.......................................................................33

Installing the Battery.......................................................................34

Using the AC Adapter.....................................................................37

Installing the SD Memory Card..........................................................39

Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory Card................41

Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................42

Starting-up in the Playback Mode...................................................43

Initial Settings .....................................................................................44

Setting the Display Language.........................................................44

Setting the Date and Time ..............................................................48

Common Operations 51

Understanding the Button Functions ...............................................52

A Mode .........................................................................................52

Q Mode ........................................................................................54

Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode...................................56

Setting the Camera Functions...........................................................57

Operating the Menus ......................................................................57

Menu List ........................................................................................61

Taking Pictures 65

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................66

Taking Pictures...............................................................................66

Setting the Shooting Mode .............................................................69

Using the Face Detection Function ................................................72

Taking Pictures Automatically (Auto Picture Mode) .......................74

Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings (Program Mode) ..............75

Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode) ..........................76

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................78

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene Portrait/Night Scene/

Digital SR/Fireworks/Candlelight Mode) ..................................80

Taking Pictures of People (Portrait/Natural Skin Tone Mode)........82

Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode) ........................................ 83

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) ......................................... 84

Taking Pictures of Sports and Leisure Activities (Sport/Surf & Snow

Mode) .......................................................................................87

Taking Pictures Indoors (Party Mode) ............................................88

Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode) ..............................................89

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode) ..........................90

Using the Self-timer........................................................................92

Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/Burst Shooting

Mode) .......................................................................................93

Taking Pictures Using the Remote Control Unit (Optional) ............95

Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode) ..................... 97

Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode).................... 99

Setting the Shooting Functions.......................................................102

Selecting the Flash Mode.............................................................102

Selecting the Focus Mode............................................................104

Selecting the Number of Recorded Pixels....................................108

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) .................................... 110

Correcting the Brightness (D-Range Setting) ...............................111

Adjusting the White Balance.........................................................112

Setting the AE Metering................................................................114

Setting the Sensitivity ...................................................................115

Setting the AUTO ISO Range.......................................................116

Setting the Blink Detection Function.............................................117

Setting the Shake Reduction Function .........................................118

Setting the Instant Review............................................................119

Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)...................................120

Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)......................................121

Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)..........................................121

Setting the Date Imprint Function.................................................122

Setting the IQ Enhancer Processing ............................................123

Setting the Green Button..............................................................123

Recording Movies.............................................................................127

Recording a Movie........................................................................127

Selecting the Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate for Movies .........129

Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function............ 130

Saving the Settings (Memory) .........................................................131

Playing Back and Deleting Images 133

Playing Back Images ........................................................................134

Playing Back Still Pictures............................................................134

Playing Back a Movie ...................................................................135

Multi-Image Display ......................................................................136

Using the Playback Functions......................................................138

Slideshow .....................................................................................141

Rotating the Image .......................................................................143

Zoom Playback.............................................................................145

Zoom In on the Subject’s Face Automatically (Face Close-up

Playback) ...............................................................................146

Deleting Images and Sound Files....................................................148

Deleting a Single Image ...............................................................148

Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files..................................150

Deleting All Images and Sound Files............................................152

Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) ........153

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment...................................... 156

Editing and Printing Images 159

Editing Images ..................................................................................160

Changing the Image Size (Resize) ...............................................160

Cropping Images ..........................................................................161

Processing Images to Make Faces Look Smaller ........................162

Using the Digital Filters.................................................................164

Compensating for an Unwanted Red-eye Effect ..........................168

Adding a Frame (Frame Composite)............................................169

Editing Movies ..............................................................................173

Copying Images and Sound Files.................................................175

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................178

Printing a Single Image ................................................................178

Printing All Images........................................................................180

Recording and Playing Back Sound 181

Recording Sound (Voice Recording) ..............................................182

Setting the Voice Recording Function ..........................................182

Recording Sound..........................................................................183

Playing Back Sound .....................................................................184

Adding a Voice Memo to Images.....................................................186

Recording a Voice Memo .............................................................186

Playing Back a Voice Memo.........................................................187

Settings 189

Camera Settings................................................................................190

Formatting the Memory ................................................................190

Changing the Sound Settings .......................................................191

Changing the Date and Time........................................................192

Setting the World Time.................................................................195

Setting the Text Size on the Menu ...............................................197

Changing the Display Language ..................................................198

Changing the Naming System of the Folder.................................199

Changing the Video Output Format..............................................200

Setting Eye-Fi Communication .....................................................201

Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ........................................ 202

Using the Power Saving Function ................................................203

Setting the Auto Power Off Function ............................................204

Changing the Start-up Screen ......................................................205

Correcting Defective Pixels in the CCD Sensor

(Pixel Mapping) ......................................................................206

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................207

Connecting to a Computer 209

Setting Up Your Computer...............................................................210

Provided Software ........................................................................210

System Requirements ..................................................................210

Installing the Software ..................................................................212

Setting the USB Connection Mode ...............................................215

Connecting to Your Computer.........................................................217

Connecting the Camera and Your Computer ...............................217

Transferring Images .....................................................................218

Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer.......................... 221

Starting “MediaImpression” ..........................................................222

Details on How to Use “MediaImpression” ................................... 223

Transferring Images Using an Eye-Fi Card ....................................224

Appendix 227

Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................228

Messages...........................................................................................230

Troubleshooting................................................................................232

Default Settings.................................................................................234

List of World Time Cities..................................................................239

Optional Accessories .......................................................................240

Main Specifications ..........................................................................241

WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................245

Index...................................................................................................250

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 “C mode”.

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

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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 screen and how to delete them from the camera.

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

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

6 Recording and Playing Back Sound –––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to record sound and add sound (a voice memo) to an image, and how to play them back.

7 Settings –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

8 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.

9 Appendix––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter deals with troubleshooting and lists the optional accessories.

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. Together with the explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to enjoy your camera to the full.

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.69) and choose the optimal settings for the situation, or the playback mode (p.138, p.160) 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.69, p.138).

Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using

standard settings (p.76).

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 people are smiling, or if anyone blinked, it will tell you that so you can take the shot again until it is perfect. It also has a feature that lets you enlarge each person’s face in sequence during playback so you can quickly check their facial expressions. * Up to 31 face detection frames are displayed on the monitor.

Face Detection function (p.72) Modes for taking stunning pictures of people (p.82) Close-ups of faces for easy checking during playback

(p.146)

Add Various Frames to Your Pictures!

When you take a picture with this camera, you can choose from fun frames to create attractive framed shots (p.90). You can also add frames to pictures you have taken (p.169). 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.

For decorating your pictures

with a frame

Display Images and Sound Files in Calendar Format!

With this camera, you can display recorded images and sound files by date in calendar format (p.137). This lets you quickly find the image or sound file you want to play back.

Advanced Movie Recording Functions

This camera has a shake reduction function (Movie SR) to reduce camera shake during movie recording (p.130). And it enables you to record movies in 1280×720 pixel (16:9) HDTV format (*) (p.129). * When connecting to and playing back images on AV equipment,

image data is output at normal screen resolution. To view movies in HDTV, transfer the data to a computer and play it back on the computer.

Use the camera to shoot fun-filled movies of your children or pets as a visual diary of their development (p.127).

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 and transfer the images first. The camera is all you need to take and edit still pictures and movies (p.160).

Resize (p.160), Cropping (p.161) and Red-eye

Compensation (p.168) 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 it as a still picture (p.173).

Checking the Contents of the Package

Camera

Optio RZ18/Optio RX18

USB cable

I-USB7 (*)

Battery charger

D-BC92 (*)

Operating Manual

(this manual)

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. The battery charger and AC plug cord are only sold as a set (Battery Charger Kit K-BC92). For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.240).

Strap

O-ST104 (*)

AV cable

I-AVC7 (*)

AC plug cord (*) Quick Guide

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW121

Rechargeable lithium-ion

battery D-LI92 (*)

Names of Parts

Front

Speaker

Microphone

Lens

Flash

Self timer lamp/Focus assist Remote control receiver

Tripod socket

Battery/card cover

Battery/card cover lock lever

Back

Names of Operating Parts

Power switch

Shutter release button

Strap lug

PC/AV terminal cover

Display

Power switch Zoom lever

Shutter release button

Q button I button

Four-way controller

4/W button

Green/i button

3 button

Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.52 - p.55) for an explanation of the function of each button.

Monitor Indications

14 : 2 5

200

09 / 0 9 / 20 1 1

3 8

Display in A Mode

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions in the capture mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/W button: “Normal Display”, “Histogram + Info” and “No Info”.

Normal Display

09/09/2011

383838

14:25

Histogram + Info

200

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 4/W button (p.76).

Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode

1 4 :2 5

+ 1 .0

3 8

0 9 /0 9 / 2 0 1 1

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

1 2

119 12 13

4 5

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

09/09/2011

14:25

14:25+1.0

191817

Shooting mode (p.69)

Face Detection icon (p.72)

D-Range Setting (p.111)

Camera shake reduction icon

(p.118) Shutter speed

Aperture

Flash Mode (p.102)

Drive Mode (p.92, p.93)

Focus Mode (p.104)

Eye-Fi icon (p.224)

* 3 depends on the [D-Range Setting] setting in the [A Rec. Mode]

menu.

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

set to O

If [Highlight Correction] and [Shadow Correction] are both set to P (Off), nothing appears in 3.

Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom

icon (p.78) Memory status (p.42)

Remaining image storage

capacity Battery level indicator (p.36)

Focus frame (p.66)

Date and time (p.48)

EV Compensation (p.110)

Date Imprint setting (p.122)

World Time setting (p.195)

* 4 varies depending on the following conditions.

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

3 8

200

+ 1 .0

A A A

M When the shutter release button is pressed halfway with [Shake

Reduction] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu set to [CCD-Shift] or [Dual]

l When [Shake Reduction] is set to [Off] (If the camera shake is

likely to occur, f is indicated when the shutter button is pressed halfway.)

* 5 and 6 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed

halfway.

* For 9, when the focus mode is set to = and the Auto-Macro function

is activated, the q appears on the display (p.104).

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

Histogram + Info/No Info Display in Still Picture Capture Mode

A1 to A19 and B1 appear when “Histogram + Info” is selected. Only B1 appears when “No Info” is selected.

A5 A6 A7

A9 A10

200

A11 A12

A13 A14 A15 A16

1 2 3

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

A17

A18 A19

Shooting mode (p.69)

Face Detection icon (p.72)

D-Range Setting (p.111)

Camera shake reduction icon

(

)

p.118

Flash Mode (p.102)

Drive Mode (p.92, p.93)

Focus Mode (p.104)

Eye-Fi icon (p.224)

Digital Zoom/

Intelligent Zoom icon (p.78) Memory status (p.42)

A10

Remaining image storage

A11

capacity Battery level indicator (p.36)

A12

Recorded Pixels (p.108)

A13

White Balance (p.112)

A14

AE Metering (p.114)

A15

Sensitivity (p.115)

A16

Histogram (p.28)

A17

EV Compensation (p.110)

A18

Date Imprint setting (p.122)

A19

Focus frame (p.66)

B1 B2 B3

Shutter s Aperture

peed

* A3 depends on the [D-Range Setting] setting in the [A Rec. Mode]

menu.

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

set to O

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

* A4 varies depending on the following conditions.

M When the shutter release button is pressed halfway with [Shake

Reduction] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu set to [CCD-Shift] or [Dual]

l When [Shake Reduction] is set to [Off] (If the camera shake is

likely to occur, f is indicated when the shutter button is pressed halfway.)

* 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 automatically selected shooting mode appears in A1 even when “No Info” is selected (p.74).

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

Display in Q Mode

F3 . 5

1/ 2 5 0

10 0

00 3 8

14 : 2 5

200

Edi t

09 / 0 9 / 20 1 1

10 0

00 3 8

14 : 2 5

Edi t

09 / 0 9 / 20 1 1

Edi t

The display shows the shooting information of the image in the playback mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/W button: “Normal Display”, “Histogram + Info” and “No Info”.

Normal Display

100

0038

100-0038

09/09/2011

14:25

Edit

Histogram + Info

100

0038

100-0038

200

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

Edit

09/09/2011

14:25

No Info

Edit

Normal Display/Histogram + Info Display in Playback Mode

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

1 0 0

0 0 38

1 4 :2 5

200

Edit

0 9 /0 9 / 2 0 1 1

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

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to A12 appear when “Normal Display” or “Histogram + Info” is selected. B1 to B7 appear only when “Histogram + Info” is selected.

5 4 3 2

100

0038

100-0038

A6 A7 A8

A10 B1 B2 B3 B4

B5 B6

200

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

Edit

09/09/2011

14:25

A11

A12

Face Detection icon (p.72)

Playback mode

Q : Still Picture (p.134)

K : Movie (p.135) L : Sound (p.184)

Protect icon (p.153)

Voice memo icon (p.187)

Eye-Fi icon (p.224)

Memory status (p.42)

Folder number (p.199)

File number

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

was shot.

* In “Normal Display”, A9 and A11 disappear if no operation is performed

for two seconds.

* A10 appears only when the volume is being adjusted during playback

of movies, sound files or voice memos (p.135, p.184, p.187).

Battery level indicator (p.36)

Volume icon

A10

Captured date and time (p.48)

A11

Four-way controller guide

A12

Recorded Pixels (p.108)

White Balance (p.112)

AE Metering (p.114)

Sensitivity (p.115)

Shutter speed

Aperture

Histogram (p.28)

* A12 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) Zoom lever 3 Four-way controller (3) 4 Four-way controller (4) Shutter release button 5 Four-way controller (5)

3 button

4/W button

SHUTTER

X, i Green/i button

J I button

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.

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) 1p.110

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