Pentax 19196 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 using this PENTAX Digital Camera that are for anything other than personal
enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as sp ecified in the
Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placed on
taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstratio ns, 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 sh ould be
taken here also.

Regarding trademarks

• PENTAX and Optio are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.

• SDHC logo is trademark.

• ImageLink and the ImageLink print system logo are trademarks of Eastman Kodak
Company used under license.

• This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital
still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithfu l 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.

To users of this camera

• There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera may not function
correctly when used in surroundings such as installations generating strong
electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.

• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD 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.

Regarding PictBridge

PictBridge allows the user to connect the printe r and digital camera directly, using the unifie d
standard for the direct printout of images. You can print images directly from the camera
through a few simple operations.

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 on the PENTAX website. Thank
you for your cooperation.
Refer to the PC Connection Manual (bottom right on page 1) for more information.

There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor in this
manual are different form the actual product.

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 material
losses.

About the Camera

Warning

• Do not atte mpt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High
voltages are present within the camera, and there is theref ore a danger of
electric shocks if the camera is taken apart.

• 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.

• To avoid the risk of it being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory
Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medica l attention immediately
if a card is accidentally swallo wed.

• Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous.
Please take care that small children do not hang the strap around their
necks.

• Use an AC adapter th at is of the power and voltage specif ied for exclusive
use with this product. The use of an AC adapter other than that specified
exclusively for use with this product may cause fire or electric shocks.

• If the camera emi ts smoke o r a st ra nge s mell, or in the event o f a ny ot her
irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the batteries or
unplug the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center.
Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.

• During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter.
Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.

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Caution

• Never try to di sassemble or short the batteries. Also, do not dispose of the
batteries in a fire, as they may explode.

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

• Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a
risk of burns.

• Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is a
risk of discoloring of the clothing.

• If any o f the battery leak age should come in contact wit h your eyes, do not
rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention
immediately.

• If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with skin or clothes,
wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

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

• 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 l ong
periods of time.

• Should the LCD 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.

Handling Precautions for Batteries

• This camera uses two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH or AA nickel
manganese batteries. Do not use batteries other t han those specified here.
Using some other type of battery may cause the camera to func tion poorly,
or the batteries may rupture or cause a fire.

• AA alkaline, AA lithium and AA nickel manganese batteries cannot be
recharged. Do not try to take the batteries apart. The batteries may rupture
or leak if you try to charge them or take them apart.

• Do not remove the external seal of the battery. If the seal is removed, the
battery may short and may cause a fire, rupture, leak or heat.

• When replacing the batteries, do not combine different brands, types or
capacities. Also, do not combine old batteries with new on es. Doing so may
cause the batteries to rupture or cause a fire.

•

Do not insert the batteries with the positive (+) and negative (–) poles in the
wrong orientation. Doing so may cause the batteries to ruptu re or cause a fire.

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About the AC Adapter

Caution

• Do not place he avy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to
drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to
excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a
PENTAX Service Center.

• Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still
plugged in.

• Do not plug in the AC plug cord with wet hands. This can cause an
electrical shock.

• Do not subject the prod uct to strong i mpacts or all ow it to dr op onto a hard
surface. This can cause a malfunction.

• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only 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.

Care to be Taken During Handling

• Take the Wo rldwide Service Network listing that i s included in the package
with you when traveling. This will be useful if you experience problems
abroad.

• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confir m that it is still
working properly, particularly prior to taki ng imp ortant picture s (such as at
a wedding or during 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 you r camera or recording media
(SD Memory Card), etc.

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

• Do not clean t he produ ct wit h o rgani c so lve nts su ch a s t hinner, al cohol or
benzene.

•

Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular care
should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside.

• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemi cals are handled should be
avoided. Remove from case and store in a well-venti lated place to prevent
the camera from becoming moldy during storage.

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• As this camera i s not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come
in contact with rain, water or any other liquid.

• Ensure that th e camera is not subjected to subs tantial vibrations, shock, or
pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera when it is subjected to the
vibrations of a motorbike, car, ship, etc.

• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F).

• The LCD monitor wil l become black at a high temperature but will return to
normal when normal temperatures are returned to.

•

The response speed of the

LCD monitor

becomes slow at low temperatures.

This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.

• Periodic checks are rec ommended eve ry 1 to 2 years in order to maintain
high performance.

• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation
may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the
camera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the camera out when the
difference in temperature has subsided.

• 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.

• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.24) regarding
the SD Memory Card.

• Please note that formatting an SD Memory Card or built-in memory will
delete all data; however it may still be possible to recover that data using
off-the-shelf data recovery software. Please manage your camera’s
memory at your own risk.

• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause
breakage or malfunction.

• Be careful n ot to sit down with th e camera in your back pocket a s this may
damage the exterior of the camera or the LCD monitor.

• 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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Contents

USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY....................................................1

Care to be Taken During Handling...................................................3

Contents...........................................................................................5

Composition of the Operating Manual..............................................9

Camera Features ... .......................................... ..................... ...............10

Names of Parts...............................................................................12

Names of Operating Parts..............................................................13

Monitor Indications .........................................................................13

Getting Started 16

Checking the Contents of the Package ............................................16

Attaching the Strap.............................................................................17

Powering the Camera .........................................................................18

Installing the Batteries....................................................................18

Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply.................20

Installing the SD Memory Card..........................................................22

Picture Storage Capacity................................................................25

Movie Storage Capacity .................................................................25

Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................26

Turning the Camera On in Capture Mode ......................................26

Turning the Camera On in Playback Mode ....................................27

Initial Settings .....................................................................................28

Selecting the Display Language.....................................................28

Setting the Date and Time..............................................................29

Quick Start 31

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................31

Playing Back Still Pictures.................................................................33

Playing Back Images......................................................................33

Playing Back the Previous or Next Image ......................................33

Rotating the Displayed Image ........................................................34

Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode .................35

Common Operations 36

Understanding the Button Functions ...............................................36

In Capture Mode.............................................................................36

In Playback Mode...........................................................................38

Using the Menu ...................................................................................40

How to Set the Menus ....................................................................40

Menu List........................................................................................43

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Using the Mode Palettes ....................................................................45

How to Select the Modes................................................................45

Mode Palette List............................................................................45

Taking Pictures 48

Taking Pictures in a Selected Mode..................................................48

Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)..........................48

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Shooting Mode

(Auto Picture Mode)........................................................................50

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings

(Program Mode) .............................................................................51

Taking Pictures of People (Portrait Mode/Kids Mode)....................52

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode).........................................54

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes

(Night Scene Mode)........................................................................55

Reducing Camera Shake and Blurring When Taking Pictures

(Digital SR Mode)...........................................................................56

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode)..........................57

Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode)....................59

Taking Pictures with Customized Settings ......................................61

Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................61

Selecting the Quality Level.............................................................63

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................65

Selecting the Focus Mode..............................................................67

Selecting the Auto Focus Mode (AF Mode)....................................70

Selecting the Flash Mode...............................................................71

Setting the Sensitivity.....................................................................73

Reproducing the Natural Color of Subject (White Balance) ...........74

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)......................................76

Adjusting Sharpness, Saturation, and Contrast..............................77

Doing More with Useful Functions....................................................78

Displaying Shooting Information.....................................................78

Using the Self-timer........................................................................80

Taking a Series of Pictures.............................................................81

Setting the Date Imprint..................................................................83

Setting the Instant Review Time.....................................................84

Saving Your Settings (Memory)......................................................85

Recording Movies...............................................................................87

Recording a Movie..........................................................................87

Selecting the Settings for Taking Movies .......................................89

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Playing Back and deleting Images 92

Playing Back Images on the Camera ................................................92

Playing Back Still Pictures..............................................................92

Reviewing Shooting Information.....................................................92

Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and Calendar Display............93

Zoom Playback...............................................................................95

Slideshow.......................................................................................96

Playing Back Movies ..........................................................................98

Playing Back a Movie.....................................................................98

Playing Back Images on a TV ............................................................99

Deleting Images and Sound Files....................................................100

Deleting a Single Image/Sound File .............................................100

Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files

(from Nine-Image Display)............................................................102

Deleting All Images and Sound Files............................................104

Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) ........105

Editing and Printing Images 107

Editing Images ..................................................................................107

Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize)............................107

Cropping Images ..........................................................................109

Copying Images and Sound Files.................................................110

Using the Digital Filter ..................................................................112

Using the Brightness Filter ...........................................................113

Adding a Frame (Frame Composite)............................................114

Red-eye Compensation................................................................116

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................117

Printing Single Images..................................................................117

Printing All Images........................................................................119

Printing Using PictBridge ................................................................120

Connecting the Camera to the Printer..........................................120

Printing Single Images..................................................................121

Printing All Images........................................................................123

Printing Using the DPOF Settings ................................................124

Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer.....................................124

Printing Using ImageLink..............................................................125

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Recording and Playing Back Sound 126

Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)....................................126

Playing Back Sound .........................................................................128

Adding a Voice Memo to Images.....................................................129

Recording a Voice Memo.............................................................129

Playing Back a Voice Memo.........................................................130

Settings 131

Camera Settings................................................................................131

Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory ..............131

Changing the Sound Settings.......................................................132

Changing the Date and Time........................................................134

Changing the Display Language ..................................................136

Changing the Image Folder Name ...............................................137

Changing the USB Connection Mode...........................................138

Changing the Video Output Format..............................................139

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor................................140

Using the Power Saving Function ................................................141

Setting Auto Power Off.................................................................142

Setting the Guide Display.............................................................143

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................144

Changing the Start-up Screen......................................................145

Appendix 146

Default Settings.................................................................................146

Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................149

Optional Accessories .......................................................................150

Messages...........................................................................................151

Troubleshooting................................................................................153

Main Specifications ..........................................................................155

WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................159

Index...................................................................................................164

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Composition of the Operating Manual

This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.

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

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

2 Quick Start –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images.
Use it if you wish to start taking pictures or playing back images straightaway.

3 Common Operations –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

4 Taking Pictures –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

5 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 images from the camera.

6 Editing and Printing Images –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to edit taken images using the camera and print still
pictures. For saving images to a computer and installing ACDSee for PENTAX,
refer to the PC Connection Manual. For details on editing and printing images
with a computer, refer to ACDSee for PENTAX Help.

7 Recording and Playing Back Sound–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to record sound files or add s ound ( a voice memo ) to
an image, and how to play back sound fi les.

8 Settings––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

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

This section deals with troubleshooting and lists the optional accessories.

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

indicates the reference page number for an exp lanatio n of the r elated

1

operation.
indicates information that is useful to know.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.

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Camera Features

The Optio E40 features a variety of shooting modes to suit different
situations. Here we briefly describe 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 Optio E40 features an easy-to-see 2.4-inch LCD monitor. In
addition, settings for capture, playback and editing functions are easy to
navigate. Simply select icons that appear on the LCD monitor.
Picture taking has never been simpler in Green Mode. With just one
press of a button, you can capture every smile, every moment, and every
memory. (p.48)
If you are unsure of which shooting mode to use, select b (Auto
Picture). The camera selects the appropriate shooting mode depending
on the scene. *(p.50)

* When you select b (Auto Picture mode), a shooting mode is selected from -

(Standard mode), A (Night Scene mode), q (Landscape mode), and I
(Portrait mode).

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Let the camera choose the optimal settings.
Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using

standard settings.

Have Fun with Adding a Frame to a Picture or
Taking Panoramic Pictures!

With the Optio E40, you can add a
fancy frame when taking a picture of a
child or your pet, for example. (p.57)
You can also add frames to pictures
you have taken. Taking panoramic
pictures is also easy, as the camera
stitches up to 3 pictures into a
panoramic scene. (p.59)

For decorating your pictures

with a frame.

For capturing a panoramic

scene.

Easy Printing without Using a Computer!

By connecting the camera to a printer that supports PictBridge using the
USB/AV cable, you can print images directly from the camera. In
addition, by placing the supplied dock insert onto a Kodak EasyShare
Printer Dock and then placing the camera on the printer dock, anyone
can enjoy printing out images with a touch of a button.
Gone are the days of not being able to print out pictures at home
because operating the computer was too difficult!

Easily print out images without using a computer.

Display Images and Sound Files in Calendar
Format!

The Optio E40 lets you display recorded images by date in calendar
format.You can easily find the image you wish to play back as you look
back at your album. (p.94)

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Names of Parts

Front

Power switch

Shutter
release button

Strap lug

Flash

Self-timer lamp

Lens

DC coupler
cable cover

Back

LCD monitor

Speaker

USB/AV
terminal

Tripod
socket

ImageLink terminal
(Dock terminal)

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Microphone

Power lamp

Battery/card cover

Names of Operating Parts

+1.0

14:25

08/01/2007

Power switch
Shutter release button

Zoom/w/x/f/y button
Q button

Four-way controller
4/W button

Green/i button
3 button

Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.36 - p.39) for an
explanation of the function of each button.

Monitor Indications

Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions.

6

7
1
2
3
4

383838

8

9

10

5

08/01/2007

+1.0

+1.0

14:25

11
12

13

Shooting mode (p.45)

F2.8

1/250

+1.0

80

ISO

1

Flash mode (p.71)

2

Drive mode (p.80 – p.82)

3

Focus mode (p.67)

4

Camera shake icon (p.78)

5

Digital zoom icon (p.65)

6

Memory status (p.26)

7

Remaining image storage

8

capacity
Battery level indicator (p.19)

9

Focus frame (p.31)

10

EV compensation (p.76)

11

Date and time (p.29)

12

+ : Built-in memory

(without card)
a : SD Memory Card
r : Card is write-protected

* 5 appears only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

In

R (Program Mode), 12 is displayed for two seconds after the camera is

turned on.

Full Display in Still Picture Capture Mode
(All of the indications are displayed here for explanatory purposes.)

383838

8

M

3
4

5

80

ISO

80

1

2

1/250

1/250

F2.8

F2.8

+1.0

+1.0

ISO

DATE

6

7

8

Shutter speed

1

Aperture

2

Recorded pixels (p.61)

3

Quality level (p.63)

4

* 1 and 2 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

White balance (p.74)

5

Sensitivity (p.73)

6

Histogram (p.79)

7

Date imprint warning (p.83)

8

14

Full Display in Still Picture Playback Mode

F2.8

1/250

100

-

0038

80

ISO

14:25

08/01/2007

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

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to
A11 appear when [Normal Display] or [Histogram + Info] is selected. B1
to B7 appear only when [Histogram + Info] is selected. (p.92)

A11

A1

8

B1
B2
B3

B4

ISO

ISO
1/250

1/250

B5

F2.8

F2.8

B6

Playback mode icon (p.47)

A1

Folder number (p.137)

A2

File number

A3

Protect icon (p.105)

A4

Voice memo icon (p.130)

A5

Battery level indicator (p.19)

A6

Volume indicator (p.130)

A7

Memory status (p.26)

A8

+ :

Built-in memory
(no card)

a : SD Memory Card

100

0038

100-0038

M

80

80

08/01/2007

14:25

Shooting date and time (p.29)

A9

Four-way controller operation

A10

guide
Key lock icon (p.49)

A11

Recorded pixels (p.61)

B1

Quality level (p.63)

B2

White balance (p.74)

B3

Sensitivity (p.73)

B4

Shutter speed

B5

Aperture

B6

Histogram (p.79)

B7

A2
A3

A4
A5

A6
A7
A8

B7
A9

A10

r : Card is write-protected

In Normal Display, A6 and A9 disappear if no operation is performed for
two seconds.

Button operation guide

The button operation guide appears on the LCD monitor during
operation.
The buttons are indicated as shown below.

Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom button
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 | or i

OK

SHUTTER

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Getting Started

Checking the Contents of the Package

Check that your camera comes complete with the items listed below.

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Getting Started

Camera

Optio E40

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW70

Operating Manual (this manual)

/ PC Connection Manual

(CD-ROM)

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories.
For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.150).

Strap

O-ST62 (*)

USB/AV cable

I-UAV62 (*)

Quick Guide

Dock insert

O-DI69

Two AA

alkaline batteries

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Attaching the Strap

Attach the strap (O-ST62) supplied with the camera.

2

1

1 Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug.
2 Pass the other end of the strap through the loop and

pull tight.

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Getting Started

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Powering the Camera

1

Getting Started

Installing the Batteries

Install the batteries into the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA
Ni-MH, or AA nickel manganese batteries.

1 Open the battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the direction 1. The cover will automatically
open in the direction 2 when you release your fingers from it.

2 Insert the batteries, making sure the (+) and (–) on the

batteries match the (+) and (–) insid e th e ba t te ry
compartment.

3

Close the battery/card cover and sli de it in the opp osite

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direction of

• AA alkaline, AA lithium and AA nickel manganese batteries are not
rechargeable.

• Do not open the battery/card cover or remove the batteries while
the camera is turned on.
If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries.

•
If the batteries are left in the camera for a long time, they may leak.

• If the batteries have been removed from the camera for a long
time, when they are reinserted and the camera is turned on, the
message [Battery depleted] may appear. This can also happen
when using the camera for the first time; however this is not a
malfunction. Wait a minute and then turn the camera on again to
reset the camera. The date and time may also be reset.

• Insert the batteries correctly. If the batteries are incorrectly
oriented, malfunction may result. If the ends of the batteries look
dirty, wipe them before inserting into the camera.

1

.

• Use the AC adapter kit K-AC62 (optional) if you intend to use the
camera for a long time. (p.20)

• Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time

(at 23°C with the LCD monitor on and fresh AA alkaline batteries inserted)

Image Storage Capacity

Approx. 240 pictures Approx. 400 min.

*1: Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots recorded during

CIPA-compliant testing (with LCD monitor on, flash used for 50% of the shots,
and 23°C). Actual performance may vary according to operating conditions.

*2: According to the result of in-house testing.

•

In general, battery performance may temporarily deteriorate as the

*1

Playback Time

*2

temperature decreases. Be sure to take spare batteries when using
the camera in a cold region and keep the batteries warm by placing
them in your pocket or inside your coat. Battery performance that
has deteriorated due to cold temperature will return to normal
performance when the batteries reach room temperature.

• Due to their characteristics, AA alkaline batteries may not allow
the camera to make full use of its capabilities, and therefore they
are not recommended except for emergency use.
Due to their characteristics, AA alkaline batteries and nickel manganese

•
batteries may not allow the camera to make full use of its capabilities
when used at cold temperatures. Use of AA lithium batteries is
recommended when the camera is used at cold temperatures.

• Be sure to take spare batteries with you when traveling abroad or
to a cold region, or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.

• Battery Level Indicator

You can check the battery level by the w indicator on the LCD monitor.

Screen Display Battery Status

(green) Adequate power remains.

w

(green) Batteries are running low.

x

(yellow) Batteries are running very lo w.

y

(red) Batteries are exhausted.

z

[Battery depleted] The camera will turn off after this message appears.

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Due to the characteristics of AA nickel manganese batteries, the
battery level may not be displayed correctly when using these
batteries. w may be displayed for the battery level even if the
batteries are running low. The camera may also turn off withou t
warning even if w is displayed.

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AC plug cord

DC coupler cable cover

DC coupler

DC terminal

DC coupler cable

DC input terminal

Using the AC Adapter with a Household Power Supply

Use of the AC adapter kit K-AC62 (optional) with a household power
supply is recommended if you intend to use the camera for a long time
or connect it to a computer.

1 Connect the DC terminal of the AC adapter to the DC

input terminal of the DC coupler.

2 Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the

battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the direction 1. The cover will
automatically open in the direction 2 when you release your fingers
from it.

3 Insert the DC coupler into the battery compartment,

making sure the (+) and (–) on the coupler match the (+)
and (–) inside the battery compartment.

4 Open the DC coupler cable cover, pass the DC coupler

cable through the opening, and close the battery/card
cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the opposite direction of 1. Slide the
battery/card cover all the way in to make sure it is securely closed.

5 Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.
6 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

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• Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or
disconnecting the AC adapter.

• Make sure that the AC plug cord and the power cord connecting
the AC adapter to the camera are inserted securely. The data may
become lost if either cord becomes disconnected while data is
being recorded.

• Use the AC adapter with due care to avoid fire or electric shock.
Be sure to read “USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY” (p.1) before
using the AC adapter.

• Be sure to read the operation manual accompanying the AC
adapter kit K-AC62 before using the adapter.

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Installing the SD Memory Card

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SD Memory
Card

SD Memory Card socket

This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card.
(Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.) Captured
images and sound files are saved on the SD Memory Card if a card is
inserted in the camera. They are saved in the built-in memory if a card is
not inserted.

• Be sure to use this camera to format an SD Memory Card that is
unused or has been used on another camera. Refer to “Fo rmatting
an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory” (p.131) for
instructions on formatting.

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or
removing the SD Memory Card.

The still picture storage capacity varies depending on the capacity
of the SD Memory Card and the selected number o f recorded pixels
and quality level. (p.155)

Backing Up Data

The camera may not be able to access data in the built-in memory in the case
of a malfunction. Use a computer or other device to back up important data in
another location.

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1 Open the battery/card cover.

Slide the battery/card cover in the direction 1. The cover will
automatically open in the direction 2 when you release your fingers
from it.

2 Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card

socket so that the label is facing toward the LCD
monitor.

Push the card in until it clicks. Imag es and sound may not be recorded
correctly if the card is not inserted all the way.

3 Close the battery/card cover and sl ide it in the opposite

direction of 1.

Removing the SD Memory Card

1 Open the battery/card cover.
2 Push the card into the SD Memory Card socket to eject

it.

Pull the card out.

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Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card

•

The SD Memory Card is equipped with a
write-protect switch. Setting the switch to
LOCK protects the existing data by

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of existing data or formatting of the card.

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appears on the LCD monitor 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.

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being
saved to the card, images or sound files are being played back, or the camera
is connected to a computer with the USB/AV 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. PENTAX does 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 card has not been used for a long time.
(4) when the card is ejected or the batteries are removed while the data on

the card is being recorded or accessed.

• If the SD Memory Card 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.

• For information on compatible SD Memory Cards, visit the PENTAX website
or contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center.

Write-protect switch

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Picture Storage Capacity

Select [Recorded Pixels] and [Quality Level] for still images according to
how the images will be used.
For [Recorded Pixels], [8M], [5M], [4M], [3M], [2M], [1024], and [640] are
selectable. For [Quality Level], you can select from [C (Best)], [D
(Better)], and [E (Good)]. Make your selection on the [A Rec. Mode]
menu.

Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.61
Selecting the Quality Level 1p.63

Storage capacity varies depending on the recorded pixels and the
quality level you select. For details, see the table on the page indicated
below.

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time (Still Picture)
1p.155

Movie Storage Capacity

Select [Recorded Pixels] and [Frame Rate] for movies according to how
the movies will be used.
For [Recorded Pixels], you can select either [640] or [320]. For [Quality
Level], you can select either [30fps] or [15fps]. Make your selection in
[Movie] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

Selecting the Settings for Taking Movies 1p.89

Storage capacity varies depending on the recorded pixels and the frame
rate you select. For details, see the table on the page indicated below.

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Movie Storage Capacity 1p.156

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Turning the Camera On and Off

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Power switch

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Q button

Turning the Camera On in Capture Mode

1

Press the power switch.

The LCD monitor turns on and the lens extends. The camera turns on
in A mode (Capture mode).
If [Language/ ] screen or [Date Adjust] screen appears when you
turn on the camera, follow the procedures o n p.28 to select the display
language and/or set current date and time.

2 Press the power switch again.

The LCD monitor turns off, the lens closes, and the camera turns off.

Checking the Memory Card

The memory card is checked automatically

+

when the camera turns on.

appears on the
LCD monitor when there is no SD Memory Card
inserted in the camera. In thi s case, images an d
sound files will be saved in the built-in memory.

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appears instead of a when the write-protect
switch on the SD Memory Card is in the locked
position. Images and sound cannot be recorded
when the write-protect switch is locked.

If the batteries have been removed from the camera for a long time, when they
are reinserted and the camera is turned on, the message [Battery depleted] may
appear. This can also happen when using the camera for the first time; however
this is not a malfunction. Wait a minute and then turn the camera on again to
reset the camera. The date and time and other settings may also be reset.
Follow the procedure on p.29 to set these settings again.

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Turning the Camera On in Playback Mode

You can start the Optio E40 in Playback mode with the lens retracted.
This is useful when you want to play back saved images and sound
straightaway without taking pictures.

1

Press the power switch while holding down the Q button.

The LCD monitor turns on with the lens retracted. The camera turns
on in Q mode (Playback mode).

2 Press the Q button again or press the shutter releas e

button halfway.

The camera switches to A mode (Capture mode).

Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.33

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Initial Settings

Set the language, time and date before you start taking pictures for the
first time.

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Four-way controller

4 button
3 button

The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for
the first time. Follow the procedures in “Selecting the Display Language”
below to set the language, and in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.29) to
set the current date and time.
Go to “Setting the Date and Time” (p.29) if the [Date Adjust] screen
appears.

Selecting the Display Language

1 Use the four-way controller

English

(2345) to choose the desired
display language.

2 Press the 4 button.

The [Date Adjust] screen appears.
Go to “Setting the Date and Time” to set the
current date and time and select the display style.

Dansk
Svenska

Deutsch

Finnish
Polish
Czech

Italiano

Hungarian

Nederlands

MENU

Cancel

OK

OK

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Setting the Date and Time

Set the current date and time and the display style.

1 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy].

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to choose the date display style.

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to [24h].

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [24h] (24-hour display) or
[12h] (12-hour display).

5 Press the four-way controller (5).

Date Adjust

Date Style mm dd yy
Date 01/01/2007
Time

MENU

Cancel

Date Adjust

Date Style mm dd yy
Date 01/01/2007
Time

MENU

Cancel

The frame returns to [Date Style].

6 Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Date].

7 Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to the month.

8 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the month.

Change the day and year in the same manner.
Next, change the time.

Date Adjust

Date Style mm dd yy
Date 01/01/2007
Time

MENU

Cancel

Date Adjust

Date Style mm dd yy
Date 01/01/2007
Time

MENU

Cancel

If you selected [12h] in Step 4, the setting
switches between am and pm corresponding to the time.

9 Press the 4 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

If you press the
cancel your setting and start taking pictures right away. However, the
[Date Adjust] screen will appear next time you turn on the camera.

3

button in the [Date Adjust] screen, you can

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24h

OK

OK

24h

OK

OK

24h

OK

OK

24h

OK

OK

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• If you press the 4 button in Step 9, the camera clock is reset to
00 seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when t he
time signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds.

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• You can change the selected [Language], [Date] and [Time]
anytime. See p.136 to change [Language], and p.134 to change
[Date] and [Time].

• The video output format is automatically set according to the
language you have selected. If the output format is different from
the one used in your country or region, refer to “Changing the
Video Output Format” (p.139) to change it.

English (English) NTSC
French ( ) PAL
German (Deutsch) PAL
Spanish ( ) PAL
Portuguese ( ) PAL
Italian (Italiano) PAL
Netherlands (Nederlands) PAL
Danish (Dansk) PAL
Swedish (Svenska) PAL
Finnish (Finnish) PAL
Polish (Polish) PAL
Czech (Czech) PAL
Hungarian (Hungarian) PAL
Turkish ( ) PAL
Russian ( ) PAL
Thai ( ) PAL
Korean ( ) NTSC
Chinese (traditional) ( ) PAL
Chinese (simplified) ( ) PAL
Japanese NTSC

Language Video Output Format

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Quick Start

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Power switch
Shutter release button

Zoom button

The standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The
flash discharges automatically depending on the light conditions.

1 Press the power switch.

The camera turns on and is ready to take stil l pictu res. In thi s manual,
this is called A mode (Capture mode).

2 Compose the picture on the LCD monitor.

The camera will automatically focus on the area within the focus frame.
You can change the captured area by pressing the Zoom button.

x : enlarges the subject
w : widens the area captured by the camera

3 Press the shutter release button

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The color of the focus frame indicates whether
the camera focuses clearly on the subject or not.
Green : The subject is in focus.
Red : The subject is out of focus .
Hold the shutter release button and wait until
the focus frame turns green.

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4 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.
The image appears on the LCD monitor for 2 seconds (Instant Review)
and is saved to the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory. (p.22)

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If [Continuous] is selected for [= Mode] on the [A Rec. Mode]
(p.70), the color of the focus frame doesn't change even if the
shutter release button is pressed halway.

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• When you turn on the camera, you can take pictures in b mode,
the default shooting mode. (p.50)

• Press the Green button to switch to the Green Mode and let the
camera set all the shooting functions automatically. (p.48)

2

Pressing the Shutter Release Button

Quick Start

Press the shutter release button slowly in two steps. This allows for exact
focusing as well as preventing camera shake.

Basic way of shutter release

1 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

Lightly press the shutter release button u ntil
you feel the click on your finger.

2 Confirm the focus frame on the

LCD monitor turns green.

Hold the shutter release button and wait
until the focus frame turns green. The
camera is in focus.

The camera is
in focus.

3 Press the shutter release button

fully.

Press it down slowly until the shutter is
released.

The picture is taken.

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You can also press the shutter release button all the way down
(single step) to take pictures. This allows you to release the shutter
at the right moment. The pictures are taken as deep-focus (pan
focus) shots.

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Playing Back Still Pictures

Shutter release button

Q button
Four-way controller

Playing Back Images

1 Press the Q button after taking a

picture.

The image appears on the LCD monitor. In
this manual, this is called Q mode
(Playback mode).
Press the Q button again or press the
shutter release button halfway to switch to
A mode (Capture mode).

Playing Back the Previous or Next Image

1 Press the Q button after taking a picture.

The image appears on the LCD monitor.

2 Press the four-way controller (45).

The previous or next image appears.

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Shutter release button

OK

Cancel

Q button

2

Quick Start

Four-way controller
4 button

i button

Rotating the Displayed Image

You can rotate the displayed image. This is useful when you view
images taken vertically.

1 Press the Q button after taking a picture.

The image appears on the LCD monitor.

2 Press the four-way controller (3).

The Playback Mode Palette appears.

3 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to select s (Image
Rotation) and press the 4
button.

The rotation selection screen (0°, Right 90°,
Left 90°, or 180°) appears.

MENU

Cancel

Cancel OK

4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the

rotation direction and press the 4 button.

The rotated image appears.

• Panoramic pictures, images taken with the 16-frame shooting
function, and movies cannot be rotated.

• Protected images can be rotated, but they cannot be saved in the
rotated state.

OK

OK

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Deleting the Displayed Image

100

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0017

OK

All Images/Sounds

1 Press the i button when playing

back an image.

The screen for deleting the image appears.

100

0017

100-0017

2 Press the four-way controller (2)

to select [Delete] and press the
4 button.

The image displayed on the LCD monitor is
deleted.

Delete

Cancel

All Images/Sounds

All Images/Sounds

OK

OK

OK

3 Press the Q button again or press the shutter releas e

button halfway.

The camera is ready for taking pictures.

Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode

From A mode (Capture mode) to Q mode (Playback mode)

Press the Q button.

From Q mode (Playback mode) to A mode (Capture mode)

Press the Q button or press the shutter release button ha l fw a y.

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Common Operations

Understanding the Button Functions

3

Common Operations

In Capture Mode

1 Power switch

Turns the camera off. (p.26)

2 Shutter release button

Focuses on the subject when pressed halfway in A mode. (Except i n
s, 3 and \ modes) (p.67)
Takes the still picture when pressed down fully. (p.31)
Starts and stops movie recording in d mode. (p.87)
Starts and stops sound file recording in O mode. (p.126)

3 Zoom/w/x button

Changes the captured area. (p.65)

4 Q button

Switches to Q mode. (p.35)

1

2

3

4

5
6

7

8

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5 Four-way controller

(2) : Changes the drive mode. (p.80, p.81)
(3) : Displays the Capture Mode Palette. (p.45)
(4) : Changes the flash mode. (p.71)
(5) : Changes the focus mode. (p.67)
(23):Adjusts \ in \ mode. (p.68)

6 4/W button

Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (p.78)

7 Green button

Switches to the Green Mode. (p.48)

8 3 button

Displays the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.43)

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1

2

3

4

3

Common Operations

In Playback Mode

1 Power switch

Turns the camera off. (p.26)

2 Shutter release button

Switches to A mode when pressed halfway. (p.33)

3 Zoom/f/y button

Press f during single-image display to change t o nine-image display.
Returns to the previous display when y is pressed. (p.93)
Enlarges the image when y is pressed during single-image display.
Returns to the previous display when f is pressed. (p.95)
Press f during nine-image display to change to folder or calendar
display. (p.94)
Press y during folder display to change to nine-image display of the
selected folder. (p.94)
Press y during calendar display to change to nine-image display for
the selected date. (p.94)
Can be used to adjust the volume during playback of movies or sound
files. (p.98, p.128)

4 Q button

Switches to A mode. (p.35)

5
6

7

8

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5 Four-way controller

(2) : Plays back and pauses a movie or sound file. (p.98, p.128)
(

3

) : Displays the Playback Mode Palette. (p.47)

Stops a movie or sound file during playback. (p.98, p.128)

(45) : Displays the previous or next image and sound fi le

during single-image display. (p.33)
Frame forwards, frame reverses and reverses a movie
during playback. (p.98)
Fast forwards, reverses, and moves to the index in
sound file playback. (p.128)

(2345) : Moves the display area during zoom display. (p.95)

Selects an image in nine-image display, a folder in fol der
display, and a date in calendar display. (p.93, p.94)
Moves the image when using the Frame Composite
function. (p.114)

6 4/W button

Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (p.92)
Returns zoom display or nine-image display to single-image display.
(p.93, p.95)
Changes to nine-image display of the selected folder during folder
display. (p.94)
Changes to single-image display of the selected date during cal endar
display. (p.94)

7 Green/i button

Switches from single-image display to the Delete screen. (p.100)
Switches from nine-image display to the Select & Delete screen. (p.102)
Switches from folder display to the calendar display screen. (p.94).
Switches from calendar display to the folder display screen. (p.94)

8 3 button

Displays the [H Setting] menu during single-image display. (p.44)
Returns to single-image display during Playback Mo de Palette display.
(p.47)
Returns zoom display or nine-image display to single-image display.
(p.93, p.95)
Changes to nine-image display of the selected folder during folder
display. (p.94)
Changes to nine-image display of the selected date during calendar
display. (p.94)

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Using the Menu

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Press the
Press the
Press the

3

button to display the menu on the LCD monitor.

3

button in Amode to show the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

3

button in Q mode to show the [H Setting] menu.

How to Set the Menus

You can set the menus as shown below. While you are making settings for
the menus, the button operation guide appears at the bottom of the LCD
monitor to navigate you.

3

Common Operations

Press halfway

During recording During playback

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or,

SHUTTER

AWB

ISO

AUTO

MENU

AWB

ISO

AUTO

MENU

8

8

Re c. Mode

M

Exit

Re c. Mode

M

Exit

Recorded Pixels
Quality Lev el

Wh it e Ba lance
AF Mode

Se nsit i vi ty

Recorded Pixels

Quality Lev el

Wh it e Ba lance
AF Mode

Se nsit i vi ty

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1/3

1/3

8

M

MENU

Format

Sound
Date Adjust

Fo ld e r Name

MENU

Exit

Format

Sound
Date Adjust

Fo ld e r Name

MENU

Exit

Se tting

Se tting

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Date

1/3

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English
Date

The setting is
complete and
the camera
returns to
A mode

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The setting is
complete and
the camera
returns to
Q mode

Ex.) To set the [Quality Level] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu

Exit

Exit

ขᶖ

᳿ቯ

1 Press the 3 button in A

mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Recorded Pixels].

Rec. Mode

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

1/3

3 Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Quality Level].

4 Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears with the items
that can be selected.
The pull-down menu displays only those
items that can be selected with the current
camera settings.

Rec. Mode

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Storage Capacity

a

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Cancel

ขᶖ

5 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the setting.

The quality level changes each time the four-way controller (23) is
pressed.

Refer to the following page for instructions on saving settings and
canceling changes.

1/3

OK

121

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OK

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Saving the Setting and Start Taking Pictures

6 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The setting is saved and the camera returns to capture status.
When the shutter release button is pressed fully, the picture is taken.

Saving the Setting and Begin Playback of Images

6 Press the Q button.

The setting is saved and the camera returns to playback status.

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Saving the Setting and Continue with Menu Operations

Common Operations

6 Press the 4 button or the four-way controller (4).

The setting is saved and the screen returns to Step 3.

Canceling the Changes and Continue with Menu Operations

6 Press the 3 button.

The changes are canceled and the screen returns to Step 3.

The 3 button function differs depending on the screen. Refer to
the button operation guide displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Exit : Exits the menu and returns to the original screen.

MENU
MENU

Cancel : Cancels the current selection, exits the menu and

MENU

: Returns to Step 3 with the current setting.

returns to Step 3.

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Menu List

This displays the items that can be set with the menus and provides
descriptions of each item. See the list of default settings in the Appendix
“Default Settings” (p.146) to decide whether you want the settings saved
when the camera is turned off and whether you want the settings
returned to the defaults when the camera is reset.

[A Rec. Mode] Menu

Item Description Page
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level For choosing the quality level of st ill pictures p.63
White Balance
AF Mode For changing the area for auto focusing p.70

Sensitivity For setting the sensitivity p.73
EV Compensation For adjusting the overall brightness of the picture p.76

Recorded Pixels
Frame Rate

Movie

Color Mode For choosing a color mode for movies p.91
Digital Zoom For choosing whether to use the digital zoom function p.66
Instant Review For setting the Instant Review time p.84

Memory

Sharpness For choosing sharp or soft outlines p.77
Saturation For setting the color saturation p.77
Contrast For setting the image contrast level p.77

Date Imprint

For choosing the number of recorded pi xels of still
pictures

For adjusting the color balance according to the light
conditions

For choosing the number of recorded pixels of movies p.89
For setting the frame rate (number of frames per second)

For choosing whether to save the set values of the
shooting function or return to the defaults when the
camera is turned off

For choosing whether to imprint the shooting date on
the picture when shooting

p.61

p.74

p.90

p.85

p.83

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[H Setting] Menu

Item Description Page

Format For formatting the SD Memory Card or built-in memory p.131

Sound

Date Adjust For adjusting the date, time, and date and time styles p.134
Language/

Folder Name

3

USB Connection

Common Operations

Video Out For setting the output format to the AV equipment p.139
Brightness Level For setting the brightness of the LCD monitor p.140

Power Saving

Auto Power Off

Guide Display

Reset

For adjusting the playback volume and setting the
start-up sound, shutter sound, key operation sound
and self-timer sound

For setting the language in which menus and
messages appear

For choosing how names are assigned to f olders for
storing images and sound files

For setting the USB/AV cable connection (to PC or
printer)

For setting the time until power saving mode is
activated

For setting the time until the camera turns off
automatically

For setting to display guides when an icon is selected
in Capture Mode Palette and Playback Mode Palette

For returning settings other than the date and time,
language, and video out to their defaults

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p.136

p.137

p.138

p.141

p.142

p.143

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Using the Mode Palettes

OK

Auto Picture

Cancel

Press the four-way controller (3) to display the Mode Palette on the LCD
monitor. There are two different Mode Palettes, the “Capture Mode
Palette” and the “Playback Mode Palette”.
You can activate a shooting mode most appropriate for the scene or edit
taken images just by selecting the icons.

How to Select the Modes

While you are using the Mode Palettes, refer to the button operation
guide displayed at the bottom of the screen.

1 Press the four-way controller (3).

In A mode, the “Capture Mode Palette” appears.
In Q mode, the “Playback Mode Palette” appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select an icon.
3 Press the 4 button.

The screen for the selected mode appears.

Mode Palette List

Capture Mode Palette

Auto Picture

OKMENU

Cancel

Item Description Page

b

Auto Picture mode

R Program mode

Night Scene

A

mode

d Movie mode For capturing movies. Sound is also recorded. p.87

Voice Recording

O

mode

OK

Automatically select the best ca pture mode. p.50
The basic mode for capturing images. Various

functions can also be set with this mode.
Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to

prevent shaking and use a flash fo r portraits.

For recording sound only. Be careful not to cover
the microphone with your hands.

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p.55

p.126

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Item Description Page

q Landscape mode

< Flower mode

I Portrait mode

Surf & Snow

L

mode

\ Sport mode

c Digital SR mode Higher sensitivity reduces blur. p.56

Q Kids mode

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Common Operations

E Pet mode

Digital Panorama
mode

Frame

Y

Composite mode

For capturing landscape views. T he camera
focuses on a wide range.

For capturing brightly colored flowers.
Reproduces the outline of the flower softly.

For capturing portraits. The skin tone will be
brighter to make the person look he althy.

For capturing images with dazzling backgrounds,
such as beaches or snowy mountains.

For subjects in fast motion.

For capturing moving kids. Reproduces healthy
and bright skin tone.

For capturing images of pets in motion. A setting
suitable for the pet's coat can be set.

Stitches images taken with the camera to create
a panoramic photograph.

For capturing image with frame composite.
Recorded pixels is fixed to 3M.

When you select an icon on the Mode Palette, waiting for about 2
seconds, the description for the selected mode appe ars. To set no t
to display the description, see p.143.

Face Recognition AF&AE

In b (Auto Picture mode), R (Program mode), I (Portrait mode),
and Q (Kids mode), “Face Recognition AF&AE” is activated.
This function recognizes the subject’s face, focuses, and performs
exposure compensation when capturing images. The subject is
given brighter and healthier look.

•

When the camera does not recognize the subject’s face in I
mode or
AF mode selected in [AF Mode] on the [

Q

mode, the camera will focus on the subject using the

A

Rec. Mode] menu.

• When the camera does not recognize the subject’s face in b
mode or R mode, the camera will focus on the subject using
the standard AF Mode (Multiple).

• The Face Recognition may not work if the subject is wearing
sunglasses, has part of the face covered, or is not looking
toward the camera.

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p.52

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p.52

p.54
p.59
p.57

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Playback Mode Palette

Slideshow

OK

Cancel

Slideshow

MENU

Cancel

Item Description Page

Slideshow

u

Resize

n

Cropping

o

Image/Sound

p

Copy
Image Rotation

s

Digital Filter

D

Brightness Filter Fo r modifying the brightness of the ima ges. p.113

q

Frame Composite

Y

Red-eye

Z

Compensation
Voice Memo

\

Protect

Z

DPOF

r

Start-up Screen

^

OK

OK

For continuously playing back images. Screen or
Sound effects can be set.

For changing Recorded Pi xels and Qu ality Leve l
to make the file size smaller.

For cropping images to the size you like. Saved
as a new image.

For copying images and sounds betwee n the
built-in memory and SD memory card.

For rotating captured images. Useful when
viewing vertical images on a TV.

For modifying images with a Color filter or Soft
filter.

For merging a frame onto an image. Select to
overwrite or save it as a new file.

For compensating red-eye. May not work on
some images due to the condition of the image.

For attaching sound to images. Sounds can be
recorded until the memory card is full.

Protects images and sounds from accidental
deletion. Images can be deleted by formatting.

For setting the print settings of images. Useful
when printing at a printing service.

For setting a captured image as the St art-up
Screen.

When you select an icon on the Mode Palette, waiting for about 2
seconds, the description for the selected mode appe ars. To set not
to display the description, see p.143.

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p.107

p.109

p.110

p.34

p.112

p.114

p.116

p.129

p.105

p.117

p.145

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Taking Pictures

R

Taking Pictures in a Selected Mode

2, 3

1

Available in s

Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)

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In the Green Mode, you can enjoy easy picture taking just by pressing
the Green button.

1 Press the Green button in A

mode.

The camera switches to the Green Mode.
Press the Green button again to return to
the status before the Green Mode was
selected.

emaining image

storage capacity

2 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns
green if the subject is in focus.

3 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

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• When the remaining image storage capacity falls below 10, the

Auto Picture

Green mode must
be canceled to use
this function.

number on the LCD monitor turns red.

• In Green Mode, you cannot change the information displayed on
the LCD monitor by pressing the 4/W button.

• You cannot use the [A Rec. Mode]
menu or Capture Mode Palette in
Green Mode.
lock icon) and a message appear.

•

If you switch to Q mode from Green

If you try to do so,

- (key

Green mode must
be canceled to use
this function.

Mode, you cannot display the
[

H

Setting] menu by pressing the

3

button. If you try to do so, - (key

Auto Picture

lock icon) and a message appear.

• When the camera is turned off in the Green Mode, it turns on in the
Green Mode next time the power switch is pressed.

* The Green Mode settings are as shown below.

Flash Mode , (Auto)
Drive Mode 9 (Standard)
Focus Mode = (Standard)
Information Display Standard
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level D (Better)
White Balance F (Auto)
AF Mode J (Multiple)
Sensitivity Auto
EV Compensation ±0.0
Digital Zoom O (On)
Instant Review 2 sec
Sharpness G (Standard)
Saturation G (Standard)
Contrast G (Standard)
Date Imprint P (OFF)

*1

*2

*3

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M

*1 Can be set to a (Flash Off)
*2 Can be set to g (10 sec. Self-timer) or Z (2 sec. Self-timer). (The

self-timer mode you have selected in a shooting mode other than
Green Mode is available.)

*3 Can be set to q (Macro) or 3 (Pan Focus)

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Available in b

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Shooting Mode (Auto Picture Mode)

In b (Auto Picture mode), when you press the shutter release button,

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the camera selects the most appropriate mode from 4 shooting modes:

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- (Normal mode), A (Night Scene mode), q (Landscape mode), and
I (Portrait mode).

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select b

(Auto Picture).

3 Press the 4 button.

The shooting mode is selected and the
camera returns to capture status.

4 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will
light green when the camera is in focus, and
the selected mode icon will appear on the top left of the LCD mon itor.

5

Press the shutter release button fully.

•In b mode, the exposure is fixed to ±0.0. (p.76)

• When the camera selects I mode, Face Recognition AF&AE is
activated. (p.46)

• The continuous shooting and 16-frame shooting are not available
in b mode.

• b mode is selected as the default shooting mode.

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3

Available in R

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings (Program Mode)

In R (Program mode), the camera automatically sets the shutter speed
and aperture for taking still pictures. However, you can select other
functions such as the flash mode and recorded pixels.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select R

(Program).

3 Press the 4 button.

The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture
status.

4 Set the functions you want to use.

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5 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns
green if the subject is in focus.

6 Press the shutter release button

fully.

The picture is taken.

When the subject is recognized as a person in R mode, Face
Recognition AF&AE is activated. (p.46)

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4, 5

1, 2
3

Available in I Q

Taking Pictures of People (Portrait Mode/Kids Mode)

In I (Portrait mode) and Q (Kids mode), “Face Recognition AF&AE” is

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exposure compensation when capturing images. The subject is given
brighter and healthier look.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select I

(Portrait) or Q (Kids).

The following procedures are for selecting I mode.

3 Press the 4 button.

The shooting mode is selected and the
camera returns to capture status.
When the camera recognizes the subject's
face, a yellow focus frame appears on it.
The size and location of the focus frame
change while the camera continues to
adjust the focus on the moving subject.

4 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns green if the subject is in
focus.

5 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

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• When the camera does not recognize the subject's face, the
camera will focus on the subject using the AF mode selected in
[AF Mode] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

•

In I mode and Q mode, only the selected mode icon and the focus
frame appear on the LCD monitor. You cannot change the
information displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing the

W

• The Face Recognition may not work if the subject is wearing
sunglasses, has part of the face covere d, or i s not l ooking towa rd
the camera.

button.

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3, 5

Available in E F F (H G G)

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode)

In E (Pet mode), your moving pet is automatically kept in focus while you take
pictures. You can select the appropriate pet color from white, black and in

4

between according to your pet's coat or fur.

Taking Pictures

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select E (Pet).
3 Press the 4 button.

The Pet mode selection screen appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select E, F, F, H, G or G.

There are two types of icons: a cat and dog
icon. (Choosing either the cat or dog icon
does not affect the resulting picture. Choose
whichever you prefer.)

5 Press the 4 button.

The Pet mode is selected and the camera
returns to capture status.

6 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns
green if the subject is in focus.
The focus frame follows the pet while the shutter release button is
pressed halfway.

7 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

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1, 2
3

Available in A

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene Mode)

In A (Night Scene mode), you can choose settings appropriate for
taking pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select A

(Night Scene).

3 Press the 4 button.

The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture
status.

4 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns green if the subject is in
focus.

5 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

• The continuous shooting and 16-frame shooting are not available
in A mode.

• The shutter speed tends to be slower when taking pictures of dark
scene. To prevent camera shake, it is recommended to shoot
using a tripod or self-timer func t io n . (p. 8 0)

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3

Available in c

Reducing Camera Shake and Blurring When Taking Pictures (Digital SR Mode)

c

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(Digital SR mode) allows you to set the sensitivity higher than other modes to
reduce camera shake and blurring. Use the mode under the shooting conditions
that camera shake or blurring tend to occur.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select c

(Digital SR).

3 Press the 4 button.

The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status.

4 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns
green if the subject is in focus.

5 Press the shutter release button

fully.

The picture is taken.

When shooting mode is set to c, the sensitivity is automatically
adjusted between ISO 80 – 1000. (p.73) Shutter speed and ape rture
are set automatically according to the selected sensitivity.

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7, 8

1, 2, 4
3, 5, 6

Available in Y

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode)

In Y (Frame Composite mode), you can display frames stored in your
camera, and take a picture with a selected frame.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to select Y (Frame
Composite).

3 Press the 4 button.

A nine-frame display of the frames stored in
your camera appears on the LCD monitor.

OKMENU

4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the

frame you want to use.

5 Press the 4 button.

The selected frame appears in single-image
display. You can choose another frame
using either of the following operations.
Four-way controller (45): displays

another frame

3 button or Zoom button (f)

:returns to the nine-frame display of

available frames

OKMENU

6 Press the 4 button.

The frame appears on the screen.

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7 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns green if the subject is in
focus.

8 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

• The number of recorded pixels is fixed at h and the quality level
at D.

• The continuous shooting and 16-frame shooting are not available
in Y mode.

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4, 5, 6

1, 2, 3
2, 6

Available in

Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode)

In (Digital Panorama mode), you can stitch 2 or 3 pictures into a
panoramic scene (landscape). You do not have to stitch individual
pictures on a PC, as the camera automatically stitches them together.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select

(Digital Panorama), and press the 4 button.

The screen to specify the direction you want to pan appears.
The following procedures are for the case you select “right”.

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The camera is ready for taking the first picture.

4 Compose the first picture and press the shutter release

button.

The first picture is taken.
After the taken image is displayed on the LCD monitor (Instant
Review), the camera is ready for taking the second picture. An
“overlay” from the first picture appears at the left 1/4 of the LCD
monitor.

5 Pan the camera to the right, compose the second

picture, and press the shutter release button.

Be sure to make the “overlay” cover the same position in the second
picture when you compos e .
After the Instant Review of the second picture, the camera is ready for
taking the third picture. An “overlay” from the second picture appears
at the left 1/4 of the LCD monitor.

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When You Take 2 Pictures Only

6 Press the 4 button.

After the message “Data being processed” blinks for a while, the
stitched picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.

When You Take 3 Pictures

6 Pan the camera to the right, compose the third picture,

and press the shutter release button.

Be sure to make the “overlay” cover the same position in the third
picture when you compos e .
After the message “Data being processed” blinks for a while, the

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stitched picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.

• Focus, exposure, white balance, drive mode, flash mode, and
zoom ratio are set with those of the first picture.

• You can re-take the first or second picture. During the Instant
Review, press i button, the four-way controller (2), and the
button to delete the image, then take a picture again.

When [Instant Review] in [ A Rec. Mode] menu is set to Off, no
Instant Review is displayed. (p.84)

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Taking Pictures with Customized

Exit

Settings

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5

1, 6

MENU

Rec. Mode

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in b R A q < I i \ c Q E

Selecting the Recorded Pixels

Select Recorded Pixels for still pictures according to how the images will
be used.
The larger the number of recorded pixels the higher the quality of
images, but the file size becomes larger. The selected Quality Level also
affects the size of the image file. (p.63)

Recorded Pixels

Recorded Pixels Use

3264×2448

8

M

f 2592×1944
g 2304×1728
h 2048×1536
i 1600×1200
l 1024×768
m 640×480

For printing high quality phot os or A4-size pictures, or
editing images on a PC.

Clearer

For making postcard-size prints.

For posting on a website or attaching to e-mail.

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1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded

Pixels].

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3 Press the four-way controller (5).

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A pull-down menu appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the number of recorded
pixels.

Storage capacity for the selected recorded
pixels is also displayed on the screen.

5 Press the 4 button.

The Recorded Pixels setting is saved.

6 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

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• In mode, recorded pixels is fixed at i.

•In Y mode, recorded pixels is fixed at h.

•In d mode, movies are taken with the recorded pixels set in
[Movie] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.89)

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time (Still Picture)
1p.155

Storage Capacity

a

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Cancel OK

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1/3

8
5
4
3
2

1024

640

OK

M
M
M
M
M

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1/3

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᳿ቯ

2, 3, 4
5

1, 6

MENU

Rec. Mode

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in b R A q < I i \ c Q E

Selecting the Quality Level

Select the quality (data compression ratio) for still images according to
how the images will be used.
The more E’s, the higher the quality of images, but the file size becomes
larger. The selected Recorded Pixels also affects the size of the image
file (p.61).

Quality Level

C

Best Lowest compression rate. Suitable for ph oto prints.

D

E

Better

Good

Standard compression rate. Suita ble for viewing the i mage on
a computer screen.

Highest compression rate. Suitable for posting on a website or
attaching to e-mail.

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2

Use the four-way controller (

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the quality level.

Storage capacity for the selected quality
level is also displayed on the screen.

23

) to select [Quality Level].

Storage Capacity

a

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Cancel

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OK

5 Press the 4 button.

The Quality Level setting is saved.

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6 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

In Y mode, quality level is fixed at D.

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording Time (Still Picture)
1p.155

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Available in s b R A d q < I i \ c Q E Y

Using the Zoom

You can zoom in and out to change the captured area.

1 Press the Zoom button in A

mode.

x Tele : enlarges the subject
w Wide : widens the area captured by the

camera
The zoom bar indicates the current status of
magnification.

Zoom bar

When the digital zoom function is set to P
(Off), you can take pictures at up to ×3
magnification using the optical zoom. When
the digital zoom function is set to O (On),
you can combine it with the optical zoom to
enlarge the subject to a maximum
magnification equivalent to ×12.

Press x

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Optical zoom
range

• You are recommended to use a tripod to prevent camera shake
when taking pictures at a high magnification rate.

• Pictures taken in the digital zoom range appear grainier than
pictures taken in the optical zoom range.

Digital zoom
range

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Setting the Digital Zoom

Exit

The digital zoom is set to O (On) in the default settings. To take pictures
using only the optical zoom, set the digital zoom to P (Off).

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital

Zoom].

3 Use the four-way controller (45)

to select O (On) or P (Off).

The selected setting is saved.

4 Press the 3 button.

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The setting is complete and the camera
returns to capture status.

Saving the Digital Zoom Function Setting 1p.85

Rec. Mode

0.0

EV Compensation

Movie
Digital Zoom
Instant Review

QUICK

Memory

MENU

Exit

Exit

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1

Focus Mode

Standard

2

Available in s b R A d q < I i \ c Q E Y

Selecting the Focus Mode

Select a focus mode according to the distance between the camera and
the subject. If auto-focusing does not work, you can manually focus on
the subject.

Focus Mode

Select this mode when your subject is more than

Standard

=

Macro

q

Infinity

s

Pan Focus

3

Manual Focus This mode lets you adjust the focus manually.

\

1 Press the four-way controller (5)

in A mode.

The focus mode changes each time the
button is pressed. You can also change the
setting using the four-way controller (23).

2 Press the 4 button.

The Focus Mode setting is saved and the
camera returns to capture status.

approx. 40 cm (1.31 ft) away from the camera. When you
press the shutter release button halfway, the camera
automatically focuses on the subject within the focus frame.

Select this mode when your subject is located approx. 15 cm
to 40 cm (0.49 ft to 1.31 f t) away from the camera . When you
press the shutter release button halfway, the camera
automatically focuses on the subject within the focus frame.

This mode is used for taking distant objects. The flash is set
to a (Flash Off).

The pictures are taken as deep-focus (pan focus) shots. It is
useful when you ask someone to take pictures for you, or
take pictures from the window of a moving car or a train.

Focus Mode

Focus Mode

Standard

Standard

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• When = (Standard) is selected, the auto-Macro function is

Focus Mode

Manual Focus

1

0.7

3m

0.4

activated. When your subject is closer than approx. 40 cm (1.31 ft)
from the camera, the camera automatically focuses on the clo ser
subject.

•In s mode, you can only select =, q or 3.

• When you select =, q, or \ in d mode, adjust the focus
before recording. Once the recording starts, you cannot adjust the
focus.

About the “auxiliary AF light”

When you attempt auto focusing on a dark subject, the camera may
emit orange light toward the subject. This is the “auxiliary AF light”,
which helps the camera to focus on the subject under the low light
conditions.

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The auxiliary AF light of this camera conforms to the safety s tandard
(IEC60825-1) for Class 1 LED product. Looking at the light directly
will not create safety hazard. However, do not look into the emitter
from a very short distance since you may feel dazzled.

Manual Focus 1Below
Saving the Focus Mode 1p.85

Manual Focus

1 Press the four-way controller (5)

in A mode.

2

Use the four-way controller (5) to
select

\

and press the 4 button.

The central portion of the image is
magnified to fill the LCD monitor while you
are adjusting the focus.

3

Press the four-way controller (23).

The \ indicator appears on the LCD
monitor to indicate the approximate
distance to the subject. Use the four-way
controller (23) to adjust the focus using
the indicator as a guide.

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2 : for distant focus
3 : for closer focus

Focus Mode

Focus Mode

Manual Focus

Manual Focus

3m

3m

1

0.7

0.7

0.4

0.4

\ indicator

OK

OKOKOK

OK

OKOKOK

4 Press the 4 button.

The focus is fixed and the camera returns to capture status.
If you wish to adjust focus again, press the four-way controller (5) to
display the \ indicator.

Shooting mode and drive mode cannot be changed while adjusting
\.

To switch from \ to another focus mode, press the four-way
controller (5) while the \ indicator is displayed.

Focus lock

When you have difficulty in auto focusing on a subject, try the
procedures below.

You may have difficulty in auto focusing on such subjects as:

• Subject contrast is very week. (blue sky, solid white wall, etc.)

• Dark places, black object, or subject that does not reflect light.

• Subject with strong reflected light, or strong backlight.

• Object with a fine pattern

• Rapidly moving objects

• When a distant object and a close object are both in the focus frame.

1 Find alternate subject that is in the same distance from

the camera as the desired subject.

2 Focus on the alternate subject.

Locate it in the focus frame on the LCD monitor.

3 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame turns green when the alternate subject is in focus.

4 While holding the shutter release button halfwa y, move

the camera to obtain the desired composition.

The focus is locked at the point you set in step 3 even if you
recompose. (Focus lock)

5 Press the shutter release button fully.

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Rec. Mode

Exit

8

M

MENU

2, 3, 4
5

1, 6

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in R A d q < I i \ c Q E Y

Selecting the Auto Focus Mode (AF Mode)

You can change the auto focus area or set the camera to focus on a
moving subject.

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AF Mode

Taking Pictures

J

K

Multiple

Spot

Continuous

The camera focuses on the standard auto
focus area.

The camera focuses on the smaller auto focus
area.

The camera focuses on a moving subject
using the smaller auto focus area.

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2

Use the four-way controller (

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the setting.

5 Press the 4 button.

23

) to select [AF Mode].

Rec. Mode

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Cancel

The AF Mode setting is saved.

6 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

1/3

1/3

OK

OK

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•In d mode, [Continuous] cannot be selected.

•In s mode, AF Mode is fixed to [Multiple].

1

Auto

Flash Mode

OK

2

Available in s b R A q < I i \ c Q E Y

Selecting the Flash Mode

Flash Modes

Auto

,

Flash Off

a

Flash On The flash discharges regardless of the brightness.

b

Auto + Red-eye

c

Flash On + Red-eye

d

The flash discharges automatically depending on the
light conditions.

The flash will not discharge, regardless of the
brightness. Use this mode to take pictures where flash
photography is prohibited.

This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes
caused by the light from the flash being reflected in the
subject’s eyes. The flash discharges automatically.

This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes
caused by the light from the flash being reflected in the
subject’s eyes. The flash will discharge regardless of
the light conditions.

• The flash mode is fixed to a (Flash Off) in d mode or when the
drive mode is set to 1 or , the focus mode is set to s.

• A pre-flash discharges when c or d is selected.

•In s mode, you can only select , or a.

1 Press the four-way controller (4)

in A mode.

The flash mode changes each time the
button is pressed. You can also change the
setting using the four-way controller (23).

2 Press the 4 button.

The camera returns to capture status with
the selected flash mode.

Flash Mode

Flash Mode

Auto

Auto

4

Taking Pictures

OK

OK

OK

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Preventing the “red-eye”

The “red-eye” in flash pictures occurs when the flashlight is reflect ed
in the subject's eyes. To prevent the phenomenon, try the
followings.

- Illuminate the subject.

- Set the flash mode to c (Auto + Red-eye) or d (Flash On + Red­eye).

You can also compensate the red-eye pictures using the Z (Red­eye Compensation) function of the camera. (p.116)

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Exit

1/3

2, 3, 4
5

1, 6

MENU

Rec. Mode

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in b R A q < I i \ Q E Y

Setting the Sensitivity

You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.

Sensitivity

Sensitivity is automatically adjusted between ISO 80 – 400. (In Digital SR mode,

Auto

it is automatically adjusted within the range of ISO 80 – 1000.)

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• The lower the sensitivity, the less noise that affects the image. The

160
320
400
800

1000

shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions.

• Higher sensitivity setti ngs use faster shutter speeds in low light
conditions to reduce camera shake, but the image may be affected by
noise.

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sen sitivity].
3 Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the sensitivity.

5 Press the 4 button.

The Sensitivity setting is saved.

Rec. Mode

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Cancel

1/3

Auto

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100
200
400
800
1600

OK

OK

6 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

In c mode, the sensitivity is fixed to Auto (ISO 80– 1000).

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Saving the Sensitivity 1p.85

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Rec. Mode

Exit

Auto

Cancel

8

M

MENU

2, 3, 4
5

1, 6

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in R A d

Reproducing the Natural Color of Subject (White Balance)

The light condition of the shooting location affects the overall color tone

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of the pictures. Adjust the white balance to reproduce the natural color

Taking Pictures

of the subject.

White Balance

Auto The camera adjusts the white balance automatically.

F

Daylight Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight.

G

Shade

H

Tungsten Light

I

Fluores. Light

J

Manual Use this mode when adjusting the white balance manually.

K

Set another white balance if you are not satisfied with the color
balance of pictures taken with white balance set to F (Auto).

Use this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade.
Use this mode when taking pictures under electric or other

tungsten light.
Use this mode when taking pictures under fluorescent light.

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1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2

Use the four-way controller (

23

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The White Balance screen appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the setting.

5 Press the 4 button.

The White Balance setting is saved.

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) to select [White Balance].

White Balance

Auto

Auto

MENU

Cancel

Cancel

OK

OKOKOK

6 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.
Refer to “Manual Setting” below for adjusting the white balance
manually.

Saving the White Balance 1p.85

Manual Setting

Have a blank sheet of white paper or similar material for White balance
adjustment ready beforehand.

1 In the White balance screen, use the four-way controller

(23) to select K (Manual).

2 Point the camera at the blank

White Balance

sheet of white paper or similar
material for White balance
adjustment so that it fits the frame

SHUTTER

Cancel

Adjust

OK

OK

at the center of the LCD monitor.

3 Press the shutter release button

MENU

fully.

The white balance is automatically adjusted.

4 Press the 4 button.

The setting is saved and the screen returns to the [A Rec. Mode]
menu.

5 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

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Rec. Mode

Exit

Exit

8

M

MENU

2, 3

1, 4

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in R A d q < I i \ c Q E Y

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)

You can adjust the overall brightness of the picture.
Use this function to take pictures that are intentionally overexposed or

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underexposed.

Taking Pictures

1 Press the 3 button in A

mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23)

to select [EV Compensation].

3 Use the four-way controller (45)

Rec. Mode

0.0

EV Compensation
Movie
Digital Zoom
Instant Review

QUICK

Memory

MENU

Exit

Exit

to select the EV value.

The selected EV value is saved.
To brighten, select a positive (+) value. To darken, select a negative
(–) value.
You can choose the EV setting in the range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV in
1/3 EV steps.

4 Press the 3 button.

The setting is complete and the camera returns to capture status.

In s and b modes, the EV compensation is fixed to ±0.0.

1/3

2/3

0.0

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Saving the EV Compensation Value 1p.85

Rec. Mode

Exit

Exit

8

M

MENU

2, 3

1, 4

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in R A d Y

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Adjusting Sharpness, Saturation, and Contrast

You can adjust the sharpness, saturation, and contrast of image.

Sharpness Adjust to “–” to soften the image contour and to “+” to sharpen it.

Saturation Adjust to “–” to reduce the saturation and to “+” to increase it.

Contrast Adjust to “–” to reduce the contrast and to “+” to increase it.

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
The following procedures are for adjusting [Sharpness].

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sharpness].
3 Use the four-way controller (45)

to change the sharpness level.

Adjust to “+” to sharpen the image contour
and to “–” to soften it.

4 Press the 3 button.

The Sharpness setting is saved and the
camera returns to capture status.

Rec. Mode

Sharpness

S

Saturation
Contrast
Date Imprint

MENU

Exit

Exit

3/3

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Doing More with Useful Functions

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Displaying Shooting Information

In A mode, you can change the display of shooting information by
pressing the 4/W button. For the meanings of the indications,
see p.13.

Normal Display

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+1.0

1/250

1/250
F2.8

F2.8

+1.0

+1.0

+1.0

No Info

OK

OK

ISO

38

38

8

M

8080ISO

80

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Histogram + Info

OK

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• Under the conditions that camera shake tends to occur, S will
appear on the LCD monitor when you press the shutter release
button halfway. To prevent camera shake, use a trip od and the
self-timer function. (p.80)

•In I mode and Q mode, only the selected mode icon and the
focus frame appear on the LCD monitor. You cannot change the
information displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing the 4/
W button.

• In mode, shooting information is displayed only when you take
the first picture. No shooting information will be displayed when
you take the second and the third pictures.

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

Number of pixels→

←Brightness→(Dark) (Bright)

and after shooting tells you
whether the brightness and contrast are correct or not, and lets you decide
if you need to use EV compensation and take the picture again.

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) 1p.76

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.

Dark image Correct image Bright image

Displaying Shooting Information 1p.78
Reviewing Shooting Information 1p.92

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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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3, 4

Self-timer

Drive Mode

OK

1, 2
2

Available in s b R A d q < I i \ c Q E Y

Using the Self-timer

In Self-timer mode, the picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds after
the shutter release button is pressed.
Stabilize the camera with a tripod when taking a picture with the self-timer.

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Taking Pictures

Use this mode when you want to be included in a group picture.
The picture is taken approximat ely ten seconds after the shutter release

g

button is pressed.
Use this mode to avoid camera shake. The picture is taken approximately two

Z

seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

1 Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode.
2 Use the four-way controller

(453) to select g or Z and press
the 4 button.

The camera is ready to take the picture
using the self-timer.

Drive Mode

Self-timer

3 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns green if the subject is in focus.

4 Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds later.

Focusing may be compromised if you move the camera while the
self-timer lamp is blinking when taking still pictures.

•

In d mode, recording will start after ten seconds (or two seconds).

•

Press the shutter release button halfway while the self-timer is running
to stop the countdown. Press it down fully to restart the countdown.

• Z

cannot be selected for default setting of s mode for the first time.

Z

in another shooting mode and then switch the shooting mode

s

mode.

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Select
to

•

In mode, g (10 sec. Self-timer) cannot be selected.

OK

OK

3, 4

Continuous Shooting

Drive Mode

OK

1, 2
2

Available in R q < I i \ c Q E

Taking a Series of Pictures

You can take several pictures continuously.

1

Continuous
Shooting

16-frame
shooting

Each time a picture is taken, the image i s saved in the memory
before the next image is taken .

Takes 16 images per 2 seconds with one press of the shutter
release button. The Recorded Pixels is fixed to m.

1 Press the four-way controller (2) in A mode.
2

Use the four-way controller (
to select

1

(Continuous Shooting)

45

)

or (16-frame shooting ) and press
the

4

button.

The camera is ready to take a series of
pictures.

Drive Mode

Continuous Shooting

3 Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor turns green if the subject is in
focus.

4 Press the shutter release button fully.

Continuous Shooting : Pictures are taken continuously until you

release the shutter release button.

16-frame shooting : 16 images are taken per 2 seconds with one

press of the shutter release button.

4

Taking Pictures

OK

OK

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• In Continuous Shooting and 16-frame shooting, the flash does not
discharge.

• The continuous shooting and the 16-frame shooting are not
available in s, b, A, d, O, or Y mode.

•In c mode, only the 16-frame shooting is available. The
Continuous Shooting is not available.

• The images shot using the 16-frame shooting function will be
printed as one picture with 4 × 4 rows of the 16 images.

• In Continuous Shooting and 16-frame shooting, the focus,
exposure, and white balance are fixed with the first image.

• In Continuous Shooting, you can continue shooting until the
memory capacity of the SD Memory Card or built-in memory
reaches full.

• The interval of continuous shooting will vary depending on the
Recorded Pixels and the Quality Level you have selected.

• When you play back the images shot using the 16-frame shooting
function, they will be displayed as follows.

- When played back on the camera, 16 images are continuously

played back like a movie. You can play them back in the same
way as you play back movies. (p.98)

- When played back on a PC, the16 images are arranged in 4 × 4

rows and displayed as a single image.

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Rec. Mode

Exit

Exit

8

M

MENU

2, 3

1, 4

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in b R A q < I i \ c Q E Y

Setting the Date Imprint

You can imprint the shooting date on pi ctu r e s .

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date

Imprint].

3 Use the four-way controller (45)

to select O (On) or P (Off).

4 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status with
the current setting.

• The date imprinted with this function cannot be deleted.

• The date is imprinted on the picture with the date st yle selected in
the [Date Adjust] menu.

• When [Date Imprint] is set to On, (Date Imprint Warning) icon
is displayed on the screen.

Rec. Mode

Sharpness

S

Saturation
Contrast

Date Imprint

MENU

Exit

Exit

1/3

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Rec. Mode

Exit

8

M

MENU

2, 3, 4
5

1, 6

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in b R A q < I i \ c Q E Y

Setting the Instant Review Time

You can change the display time of image right after shooting. If you set
it longer, you can delete the image while it is displayed on the LCD

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monitor.

Taking Pictures

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Instant

Review].

3 Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the display time.

5 Press the 4 button.

The Instant Review setting is saved.

Rec. Mode

0.0

EV Compensation

Movie
Digital Zoom
Instant Review

QUICK

Memory

MENU

Cancel

6 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

1/3

2/3

5sec
3sec

2sec

1sec

0.5sec
Off

OK

OK

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Instant Review 1p.31

Saving Your Settings (Memory)

The Memory function is for saving the current camera settings even
when the camera is turned off.
For some camera settings, the Memory function is always set to O (On)
(the settings are saved when the camera is turned off), while for others
you can choose on or off (to choose whether the settings are saved or
not when the camera is turned off). The items which can be set to O (On)
or P (Off) in the Memory function are shown in the table below. (Items
not listed here will be saved in the selected settings when the camera is
turned off.) If you select O (On), the settings will be saved in the status
they were in immediately before the camera was turned off. If you select
P (Off), the settings will be reset to the defaults when the camera is
turned off. The table below also shows whether the Memory default
setting for each item is on or off.

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Item Description
Flash Mode The flash mode set with the four-way controller (4) (p.71) O
Drive Mode
Focus Mode The focus mode set with the four-way controller (5) (p.67) P

Zoom Position The zoom position set with the Zoom/w/x button (p.65) P
MF Position

White Balance
Sensitivity The [Sensitivity] setting on the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.73) P

EV
Compensation

Digital Zoom

DISPLAY

File No.

The drive mode set with the four-way controller (2) (p.80,
p.81)

The manual focus position set with the four-way controller
(23) (p.68)

The [White Balance] setting on the [A Rec. Mode] menu
(p.74)

The [EV Compensation] setting on the [A Rec. Mode]
menu (p.76)

The [Digital Zoom] setting on the [A Rec. Mode] menu
(p.66)

The LCD monitor information display mode set with the
4/W button (p.78, p.92)

If a new SD Memory Card is inserted when On has been
selected, file numbers are assigned sequentially.

Default
Setting

P

P

P

P

O

P

O

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Rec. Mode

Exit

8

M

MENU

2, 3, 4, 5
6

1, 7

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Memory] .
3 Press the four-way controller (5).

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The Memory screen appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

to choose an item.

5 Use the four-way controller (45)

to select O (On) or P (Off).

6 Press the 4 button.

The Memory setting is saved.

Memory
Flash Mode

Drive Mode
Focus Mode
Zoom Position
MF Position
White Balance

MENU

Cancel

7 Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

1/2

1/3

OK

OK

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Recording Movies

OK

Cancel

Movie

4, 5

1, 2
3

Available in d

Recording a Movie

When you record movies, sound is recorded at the same time.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in A mode.

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller

(2345) to select d (Movie).

MENU

Cancel

Movie

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OK

OK

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3 Press the 4 button.

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d mode is selected and the camera is
ready for recording movies.
The following information appears on the
LCD monitor.

1 Movie mode icon
2 Focus mode icon
3 Recording indicator (appears when

recording begins in step 4 and blinks

during recording)
4 Remaining recordable time
5 Current date and time
6 Focus frame (does not appear during recording)

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Taking Pictures

You can change the captured area by pressing the Zoom button to the
left or right.

x : enlarges the subject
w : widens the area captured by the camera

4 Press the shutter release button fully.

Recording starts. You can record movie continuously until th e built-in
memory/SD Memory Card reaches full or max. 2GB.

• The flash will not discharge in d mode.

• You can use the optical zoom and digital zoom before starting to
record, and the digital zoom while recording.

• When the focus mode is set to =, q, or \, you can adjust the
focus before recording starts.

• You can switch shooting information on the LCD monitor with 4/
W button during recording. However, histogram will not
appear for movies.

5 Press the shutter release button fully.

Recording stops.

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Playing Back Movies 1p.98

Keeping the Shutter Release Button Pressed

If you keep the shutter release button pressed for more than one second,
recording will continue as long as you keep the button pressed. Shooting
stops when you take your finger off the shutter release button.

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Exit

1/3

2, 3, 4,
5, 6

7
1, 8

MENU

Rec. Mode

8

M

Recorded Pixels
Quality Level

White Balance

AWB

AF Mode

ISO

Sensitivity

AUTO

MENU

Exit

Exit

Available in d

Selecting the Settings for Taking Movies

You can select [Recorded Pixels], [Frame Rate], and [Color Mode]
for your movies.

1 Press the 3 button in A mode.

[A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Movie].
3 Press the four-way controller (5).

The menu for movie setting appears.

Selecting the Recorded Pixels of Movies

The more pixels are selected, the larger the data size. The data size also
varies depending on the frame rate you select.

Recorded Pixels

m

(640×480)

D

(320×240)

High-quality movies. Suitable for viewing on a TV or a PC.

Suitable for posting on a websit e or attaching to an e-mail.

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4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded

Pixels].

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5 Press the four-way controller (5).

Cancel

Cancel

The pull-down menu appears.

6 Use the four-way controller (23)

Rec. time

a

Recorded Pixels
Frame Rate

Color Mode Full Color

to change the recorded pixels.

Recordable time for the selected recorded
pixels is also displayed on the screen.

MENU

Cancel

Cancel

7 Press the 4 button.

Your selection is saved.

8 Press the 3 button twice.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

Selecting the Frame Rate

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The frame rate determines how smoothly the movie is played back. The
“fps” indicates the number of frames taken per a second. The more
frames, the better the quality of the movie, but the data size becomes
larger.

4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Frame

Rate].

5 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

6 Use the four-way controller (23)

Rec. time

Recorded Pixels
Frame Rate
Color Mode

to change the frame rate.

Recordable time for the selected frame rate
is also displayed on the screen.

MENU

Cancel

Cancel

7 Press the 4 button.

Your selection is saved.

8 Press the 3 button twice.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

640
320

640

30fps
15fps

04:31

OK

04:31

OK

OKOKOK

OKOKOK

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Recording Movies in Black and White or in Sepia Tones (Color
Mode)

Select the color tone of your movies from [Full Color], [B&W], and
[Sepia].

4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Color

Mode].

5 Press the four-way controller (5).

The pull-down menu appears.

6 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the color mode.

7 Press the 4 button.

Your selection is saved.

Movie

Recorded Pixels
Frame Rate

Color Mode

MENU

Cancel

640

30fps

Full Color
B&W

Sepia

8 Press the 3 button twice.

The camera returns to capture status with the current setting.

You cannot change the color mode of movies after recording.

Movie Storage Capacity 1p.156

OK

4

OK

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Playing Back and deleting Images

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10 0

-

00 2 6

F2 . 8

1/ 2 5 0

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ISO

10 0

-

00 2 6

08 / 0 1/200 7

08 / 0 1/200 7

Playing Back Images on the Camera

Playing Back Still Pictures

To play back still pictures, press Q button in A mode to switch to Q
mode (Playback mode). For details, see “Playing Back Images” (p.33).
For playing back movies, see “Playing Back a Movie” (p.98).

Reviewing Shooting Information

In Q mode, you can change the display of shooting information on the
played back image by pressing the 4/W button. For the
meanings of the indications, see p.15.

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Playing Back and deleting Images

OK

Normal Display

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OK

Histogram + Info

8

M

8080ISO

80

ISO
1/250

1/250
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Zoom button
Q button

Four-way controller

4 button
3 button

Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and Calendar Display

Nine-Image Display

You can display nine captured images on the LCD monitor at a time.

1 In Q mode, press f on the Zoom

button.

A page consisting of nine thumbnail i mages
appears. The displayed images change
nine at a time page by page.
Use the four-way controller (2345) to
move the selection frame. When 10 or more
images have been saved, if you choose
image 1 and press the four-way controller
(24), the previous page appears. Similarly, if you choose image 2
and press the four-way controller (35), the next page appea rs.

The icons that appear on the images indicate the following:
No icon : Still picture without sound
O (with image) : Still picture with sound
d : Movie (first frame appears)
O (without image) : Sound file only

Selection
frame

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2 Press the 4 button.

The single-image display of the selected image is displayed.
You can also use the 3 button or y on the Zoom button to
display it.

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In nine-image display, press f on the Zoom button to switch to folder
display or calendar display. Press the Green button to switch between
folder display and calendar display.

1 In Q mode, press f on the Zoom button.

The screen changes to nine-image display.

2 Press f on the Zoom button.

The screen changes to folder display or calendar display.

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Folder display

Folders with recorded images and sound
files appear.
Use the four-way controller (2345) to
move the selection frame.
Select a folder and press y on the Zoom
button or 4 button to switch to nine-image
display with the first image in the folder
selected.

Calendar display

Recorded images and sound files are
displayed by date in calendar format.
The first image recorded on a date is
displayed for that date on the calendar.
O appears for dates on which a sound file
was first recorded.
Use the four-way controller (2345) to
move the selection frame.
Select a date and press y on the Zoom
button to switch to nine-image display with
the first image from that date selected.
Select a date and press the 4 button to switch to single-image
display of the first image recorded on that date.

Selection frame

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• Press the 3 button in folder display or calendar display to
switch to normal nine-ima ge display.

• Press the Q button or the shutter release button in folder display
or calendar display to switch to A mode.

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Zoom Playback

You can magnify an image up to ×8. A guide showing the center of the
magnified portion of the image appears on the LCD monitor during zoom
playback.

1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller

(45) to choose the image you want to magnify.

2 Press y on the Zoom button.

The image is magnified (×1.1 to ×8).
Holding down y on the Zoom button
changes the magnification continuously.
You can use the guide at the bottom left of
the screen to check which portion of the
image is magnified.

The following operations can be
performed while the magnified image is displayed.

Four-way controller (2345)Moves the position to be magnified
Zoom button (y) Enlarges the image (max. ×8)
Zoom button (f) Diminishes the image (min. ×1.1)

Guide

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3 Press the 4 button.

The image returns to single-image display.

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• Images taken with the 16-frame shooting function and movies
cannot be magnified.

• The guide does not appear if the shooting information display is
set to “No Info”.

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MENU

Cancel

Slideshow

You can play back recorded images one after another.

1 Enter the Q mode and use the four-way controller

(45) to choose an image to start the slideshow with.

2 Press the four-way controller (3).

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The Playback Mode Palette appears.

3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select u

(Slideshow).

4 Press the 4 button twice.

The slideshow starts.
Pressing the 4 button during the slideshow pauses the slideshow. To

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5

Press any button other than the 4 button or the power switch.

The slideshow stops.

If you press the four-way controller (5) while playing back a movi e
or picture with sound, the next image is displayed witho ut ending the
slideshow.

button while the slideshow is paused.

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Setting the Slideshow Conditions

You can set the playback interval and also a screen effect and sound
effect for when one image changes to the next.

1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Q mode.

The Playback Mode Palette appears.

2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select u

(Slideshow).

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3 Press the 4 button.

Start

The screen for setting the slideshow
conditions appears.

4 Use the four-way controller (23)

Interval
Screen Effect
Sound Effect

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Wipe

to select [Interval].

5 Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

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6 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the interval

and press the 4 button.

You can choose from 3sec, 5sec, 10sec, 20sec, and 30sec.

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After selecting [Screen Effect], press the four-way controller (5).
A pull-down menu appears with the following items that can be
selected. Use the four-way controller (23) to selec t an item and press
the 4 button.

Off No effect

Wipe The next image slides over the previous one from left to right

Checker The next image appears in small square mosaic blocks

Fade The current image gradually fades out and the next image fades in

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Use the four-way controller (

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) to select [Screen Effect].

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) to select [Sound Effect].

9 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P

(Off).

Except when the screen effect is set to Off, you can choose O (On) or

P

(Off) for the sound that is played when one image changes to the next.

10 Press the 4 button.

The slideshow starts using the selected interval and effect.

• The slideshow will continue until you press any button other than
the 4 button or the power switch.

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Movies or pictures with sound will normally be played through to the
end before the next picture is played back, regardless of the interval
setting. However, pressing the four-way controller (
back a movie or a picture with sound skips to the next image.

• Sound files made in Voice Recording mode are not played back in
the slideshow.

• Panoramic pictures are played back scrolling for 5 seconds
regardless of your setting on [Interval].

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Playing Back a Movie

You can play back the movies you have taken. Sound is played back at
the same time.

1 Enter the Q mode and use the

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four-way controller (45) to
choose the movie you want to play
back.

2 Press the four-way controller (2).

Playback starts.
Press the four-way controller (2) again to
pause.

The following operations can be performed during playback.

Four-way controller (4) Reverse playback
Four-way controller (2) Pause
Zoom button (x) Increases the volume
Zoom button (w) Reduces the volume

The following operations can be performed while playback is
paused.

Four-way controller (4) Frame reverse
Four-way controller (5)Frame forward
Four-way controller (2) Releases the Pause function (Play)

3 Press the four-way controller (3).

Playback stops.

You can play back images taken with the 16-frame shooting function
in the same way as you play back movies.

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