Pentax Optio E70 17472, Optio E70 17477, Optio E70 17454 User Manual

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Digital Camera

Operating Manual

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

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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 capabilities.

Regarding copyrights

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

Regarding trademarks

PENTAX and Optio are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION. SDHC logo ( ) is trademark. This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions. Some functions are not available on printers that are not PRINT Image Matching III compliant. Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved. PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. © 2008 ACD Systems Ltd. All rights reserved. ACDSee and the ACDSee logo are trademarks of ACD Systems Ltd. in Canada, the U.S., Europe,Japan and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Windows Vista is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Regarding PictBridge

PictBridge allows the user to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the unified 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 serve you better, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to chapter 7 for more information.

There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen in this manual are different from the actual product. In this manual, both an SD Memory Card and an SDHC Memory Card are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter. In this manual, the generic term "computer(s)" refers to either a Windows PC or a Macintosh hereafter.

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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 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.

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 attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High

voltages are present within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of electric shocks if the camera is taken apart.

• 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 medical attention immediately if a card is accidentally swallowed.

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• 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.

• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other

irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the batteries and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.

Caution

• Never try to disassemble or short the batteries. Also, do not dispose of the

batteries in a fire, as they may explode.

• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. 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.

• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with your eyes, do

not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

• If any leakage from the batteries 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

begin to 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 long 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.

• Depending on your inherent factors or physical condition, the use of the

camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera and get medical attention immediately.

Handling Precautions for Batteries

• This camera uses two AA alkaline, AA lithium or AA Ni-MH batteries. Do

not use batteries other than those specified here. Using some other type of battery may cause the camera to function poorly, or the batteries may rupture or cause a fire.

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• AA alkaline and AA lithium 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 ones. 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 rupture or cause a fire.

About the AC Adapter

Warning

• Use an AC adapter that is of the power and voltage specified 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.

• During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter.

Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.

Caution

• Do not place heavy 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 product to strong impacts or allow it to drop 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.

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Care to be Taken During Handling

• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included

in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.

• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still

working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or 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 your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc.

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

• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol 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 chemicals are handled should be

avoided. Remove the camera from its case and store in a well-ventilated place to prevent the camera from becoming moldy during storage.

• As this camera is not waterproof, do not use the camera where it may come

in contact with rain, water or any other liquid.

• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks

or pressure as this may cause damage or malfunction. Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, ship, etc. If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked.

• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C

(32°F to 104°F).

• The liquid crystal display will become black at a high temperature but will

return to normal when normal temperatures are returned to.

• The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low

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

• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain

high performance.

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• 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.34) regarding

the SD Memory Card.

• Please note that formatting an SD Memory Card or the 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 memory at your own risk.

• Please do not press forcefully on the display. This could cause breakage

or malfunction.

• Be careful not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may

damage the exterior of the camera or the display.

• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten

the screw in the tripod socket on the camera.

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Contents

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

Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................4

Contents ...........................................................................................6

Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................11

Camera Features.................................................................................12

Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................15

Names of Parts...............................................................................16

Names of Operating Parts..............................................................17

Monitor Indications .........................................................................18

Getting Started 25

Attaching the Strap.............................................................................26

Powering the Camera .........................................................................27

Installing the Batteries ....................................................................27

Using the AC Adapter .....................................................................30

Installing the SD Memory Card..........................................................32

Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory Card................35

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

Playback Mode...............................................................................37

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

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

Setting the Date and Time ..............................................................42

Common Operations 45

Understanding the Button Functions ...............................................46

A Mode .........................................................................................46

Q Mode ........................................................................................48

Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode...................................50

Setting the Camera Functions ...........................................................52

Operating the Menus ......................................................................52

Menu List ........................................................................................56

Taking Pictures 59

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................60

Taking Pictures...............................................................................60

Setting the Shooting Mode .............................................................63

Using the Face Recognition Function.............................................65

Taking Pictures Automatically

(Auto Picture Mode) .................................................................67

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Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings

(Program Mode) .......................................................................68

Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode) ..........................69

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................71

Using Pixel Track SR......................................................................73

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

Digital SR/Sunset Mode) ..........................................................74

Taking Pictures of People (Half-length Portrait/ Portrait Mode)...... 76

Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode) ........................................ 77

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) ......................................... 78

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

Sport Mode) .............................................................................79

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode) ..........................81

Using the Self-timer........................................................................83

Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting Mode)..............84

Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode).................... 86

Setting the Shooting Functions.........................................................89

Selecting the Flash Mode...............................................................89

Selecting the Focus Mode ..............................................................91

Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................93

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) ...................................... 95

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

Setting Blink Detection ...................................................................97

Setting the Date Imprint Function ...................................................98

Recording Movies...............................................................................99

Recording a Movie..........................................................................99

Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies .................................... 101

Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function............ 102

Saving the Settings (Memory) .........................................................103

Playing Back and Deleting Images 105

Playing Back Images ........................................................................106

Playing Back Still Pictures............................................................106

Playing Back a Movie ...................................................................107

Four-Image Display, Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and

Calendar Display....................................................................108

Using the Playback Function........................................................111

Slideshow .....................................................................................113

Rotating the Image .......................................................................115

Zoom Playback.............................................................................116

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

Playback) ...............................................................................117

Saving Images As Favorite........................................................... 118

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Playing Back Favorite Images ......................................................119

Deleting Favorite Images..............................................................121

Deleting Images ................................................................................124

Deleting a Single Image ...............................................................124

Deleting Selected Images.............................................................125

Recovering Deleted Images .........................................................126

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ...................................127

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment......................................130

Editing and Printing Images 133

Editing Images ..................................................................................134

Changing the Image Size (Resize) ...............................................134

Cropping Images ..........................................................................135

Using the Digital Filters.................................................................137

Red-eye Compensation................................................................140

Adding a Frame (Frame Composite)............................................141

Copying Images............................................................................144

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................146

Printing Single Images..................................................................146

Printing All Images........................................................................148

Printing Using PictBridge ................................................................149

Connecting the Camera to the Printer..........................................149

Printing Single Images..................................................................150

Printing All Images........................................................................152

Printing Using the DPOF Settings ................................................153

Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer.....................................154

Settings 155

Camera Settings................................................................................156

Formatting an SD Memory Card...................................................156

Changing the Sound Settings .......................................................157

Changing the Date and Time........................................................158

Setting the World Time.................................................................161

Changing the Display Language ..................................................163

Changing the Naming Rule of the Folder .....................................164

Changing the USB Connection Mode...........................................165

Changing the Video Output Format..............................................166

Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ........................................167

Using the Power Saving Function ................................................168

Setting Auto Power Off.................................................................169

Deleting All Images.......................................................................170

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................171

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Connecting with Computers 173

Preparations......................................................................................174

Supplied Software ........................................................................174

System Requirements ..................................................................175

Installing the Software ..................................................................177

Setting Up Your Digital Camera ...................................................181

Transferring Images to a Windows PC.........................................182

Transferring Images to a Macintosh .............................................187

Using the Supplied Software ...........................................................189

Starting “ACDSee for PENTAX 3.0” .............................................189

Viewing Images ............................................................................190

Details on How to Use “ACDSee for PENTAX 3.0”......................191

Starting “ACDSee 2 for Mac”........................................................192

Viewing Images ............................................................................193

Details on How to Use “ACDSee 2 for Mac”.................................194

Appendix 195

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

Messages...........................................................................................198

Troubleshooting................................................................................201

Default Settings.................................................................................203

List of World Time Cities..................................................................208

Optional Accessories .......................................................................209

Main Specifications ..........................................................................210

WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................214

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

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

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

A mode

Q mode

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

indicates information that is useful to know.

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.

This is the mode for capturing still pictures and recording movies. In this manual, the mode for taking still pictures is referred to as the “Still Picture Capture Mode” and the mode for recording movies is referred to as the “C mode”.

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

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Composition of the Operating Manual

This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This chapter explains the various ways of printing still pictures and how to edit images with the camera. For information on transferring images to a computer and installing the provided application software, see “Connecting with Computers” in chapter 7. For details on editing and printing images on a computer, see the Help menu of the application software.

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

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

7 Connecting with Computers ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to connect the camera to your computer, install the supplied CD-ROM S-SW87, etc.

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

This chapter deals with troubleshooting and lists the optional accessories.

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Camera Features

In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio E70 has a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. This section describes how to make the most of the key features of your camera. Together with the explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to enjoy your camera to the full.

Advanced Movie Recording and Picture Taking Functions

The Optio E70 has a shake reduction function to reduce camera shake during movie recording (p.102).

Use the camera to shoot fun-filled movies of your

children or pets as a visual diary of their development (p.99).

Perfect for Portrait Shots!

The Optio E70 comes with a “Face Recognition” function that spots the faces in your shot and automatically adjusts the focus and exposure for the faces. It can recognize up to 32 people per shot (*), so it will help you take perfect group shots too. It will automatically release the shutter when people are smiling. If anyone blinked, it will tell you that so you can take the shot again until it is perfect. It also has a feature that lets you enlarge each person's face in sequence during playback so you can quickly check their facial expressions. * Up to 15 face recognition frames are displayed on the monitor.

Face Recognition function (p.65) Modes for taking stunning pictures of people (p.76) Face Close-up Playback for easy checking during

playback (p.117)

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Add Various Frames to Your Pictures!

When you take a picture with the Optio E70, you can choose from a wide range of fun frames to create attractive framed shots (p.81). You can also add frames to pictures you have taken and adjust the position of the subject in the picture or reduce or enlarge the picture size to match the frame shape and size. Now you no longer have to worry about the subject not being aligned in the frame (p.141).

For decorating your pictures

with a frame.

Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions!

The user-friendly design of the Optio E70 enables easy operation with only a few buttons. Simply by choosing the appropriate icon, you can select the shooting mode (p.63) and choose the optimal settings for the situation, or the playback mode (p.111, p.134) and enjoy the various playback and editing functions. A guide on the display lets you check the functions available in each mode and how to use them.

A shooting mode guide is displayed in the Capture Mode

Palette and a playback mode guide in the Playback Mode Palette (p.63, p.111).

Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using

standard settings (p.69).

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Display Images in Calendar Format!

With the Optio E70, you can display recorded images by date in calendar format (p.109). This lets you quickly find the image you want to play back.

A multitude of functions inside the camera for enjoying images without a Computer!

The Optio E70 has a variety of functions to let you enjoy playing back and editing images without having to connect the camera to your computer and transfer the images first. The camera is all you need to take and edit still pictures (p.134). And no more worries about accidentally deleting images, because now, with the Optio E70, you can recover them again (p.126).

Resize (p.134), Cropping (p.135) and Red-eye

Compensation (p.140) can be used, while the image is displayed in the playback mode.

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Checking the Contents of the Package

Camera

Optio E70

USB cable

I-USB7 (*)

Operating Manual

(this manual)

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.209).

Strap

O-ST51 (*)

AV cable

I-AVC7 (*)

Quick Guide

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW87

Two AA

alkaline batteries

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Names of Parts

Front

Back

Flash

Self timer lamp

Lens

Microphone

Speaker

Tripod socket PC/AV terminal Battery/Card cover

Display Power switch Shutter release button

Strap lug

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Names of Operating Parts

Power switch Shutter release button

Zoom/w/x/f/y button

Q button I button

Four-way controller 4/W button

Green/i button

3 button

Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.46 - p.50) for an explanation of the function of each button.

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Monitor Indications

14 :2 5

200

02 /0 2/ 200 9

3 8

Display in A Mode

The display shows information such as the camera settings in the capture mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/W button: Normal Display, Detailed Display, No Info.

Normal Display

383838

Detailed Display

383838

200

02/02/2009

14:25

No Info

02/02/2009

14:25

• To prevent camera shake, use a tripod and/or the self-timer function (p.83).

• When the shooting mode is set to 9 (Green) mode, the monitor display is as shown on the right. You cannot change the information on the display by pressing the 4/W button.

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Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode

0 2 /0 2 / 2 0 0 9

1 4 :2 5

+ 1 .0

3 8

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

AU TO

1 2

AUTO

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

02/02/2009

14:25

14:25+1.0

171615

10 11

Shooting mode (p.63)

Face Priority icon (p.65)

Pixel Track SR (p.73)

Shutter speed

Aperture

Flash mode (p.89)

Drive mode (p.83, p.84)

Focus mode (p.91)

Digital zoom/Intelligent zoom

icon (p.71)

Memory status (p.36)

Remaining image storage

capacity Battery level indicator (p.29)

Focus frame (p.60)

Date and time (p.42)

EV compensation (p.95)

Date Imprint setting (p.98)

16 17

World time setting (p.161)

* 3 indicates the status of Pixel Track SR.

: Appears when Pixel Track SR is set to Auto and the shutter

release button is pressed halfway.

l : Always appears when the Pixel Track SR is set to Off.

* 4 and 5 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. * As to 8, when the focus mode is set to = and the Auto-Macro function

is activated, the q appears on the display (p.91).

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

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Detailed Display/No Info Display in Still Picture Capture Mode

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

3 8

200

+ 1 .0

AU TO

0 2 /0 2 / 2 0 0 9

1 4 :2 5

A A

A1 to A14 and B1 appear when “Detailed Display” is selected. Only B1 appears when “No Info” is selected.

A4 A5 A6 A8A7

200

A9 A10

A11 A12

1 2

AUTO

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

02/02/2009

+1.0

14:25

A13 A14

Shooting mode (p.63)

Face Priority icon (p.65)

Pixel Track SR

Flash mode (p.89)

Drive mode (p.83, p.84)

Focus mode (p.91)

Digital zoom/

(p.73)

Intelligent zoom icon (p.71) Memory status (p.36)

Remaining image storage capacity

Battery level indicator (p.29)

A10

Recorded pixels (p.93)

A11

Sensitivity (p.96)

A12

EV compensation (p.95)

A13

Date Imprint setting (p.98)

A14

Focus frame (p.60)

B1 B2 B3

Shutter s Aperture

peed

* A3 indicates the status of Pixel Track SR.

: Appears when Pixel Track SR is set to Auto and the shutter

release button is pressed halfway.

l : Always appears when the Pixel Track SR is set to Off.

* B2 and B3 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed

halfway.

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

shutter release button halfway, the selected shooting mode appears in A1 even when “No Info” is selected (p.67).

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

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Display in Q Mode

14 :2 5

10 0

00 26

F3 .5

1/ 25 0

02 /0 2/ 200 9

14 :2 5

200

10 0

00 26

Ed it

02 /0 2/ 200 9

The display shows the shooting information of the image in Q mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/W button: Normal Display, Detailed Display, No Info.

Normal Display

100

0026

100-0026

02/02/2009

14:25

Edit

Detailed Display

100

0026

100-0026

200

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

Edit

02/02/2009

14:25

No Info

Edit

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Normal Display/Detailed Display in Still Picture Playback Mode

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

1 0 0

0 0 38

1 4 :2 5

200

Edit

0 2 /0 2 / 2 0 0 9

A A

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

The display shows information such as the shooting conditions. A1 to

“

A10 appear when

Normal Display” or “

to B4 appear only when “

A3 A4

1 2

B1 B2

200

Detailed Display”

is selected.

100

0038

100-0038

is selected. B1

A5 A6

A7 A8

Edit

A7 A8 A9 A10 B1 B2 B3 B4

02/02/2009

14:25

A10

Battery level indicator (p.29) Volume icon Captured date and time (p.42) Four-way controller guide Recorded pixels (p.93) Sensitivity (p.96) Shutter speed Aperture

1/250

F3.5

Playback mode

Q : Still Picture Playback

Mode (p.111)

Face Priority icon (p.65)

Protect icon (p.127)

Memory status (p.36)

Folder number (p.164)

File number

* A2 appears only if the Face Recognition function worked when the

image was shot.

* In “Normal Display”, A7 and A9 disappear if no operation is performed

for two seconds.

* A8 appears only when the volume is being adjusted during playback of

movies. (p.107)

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

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

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Guide Indications

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

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

4/W button

Green/i button X, i I button I,

SHUTTER

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Memo

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1 Getting Started

Attaching the Strap ...................................26

Powering the Camera ...............................27

Installing the SD Memory Card ................ 32

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

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

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Attaching the Strap

Attach the strap (O-ST51) supplied with the camera.

Getting Started

Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug.

Pass the other end of the strap through the loop and pull tight.

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Powering the Camera

Installing the Batteries

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

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.

Insert the batteries, making sure the (+) and (–) terminals on the batteries match the (+) and (–) symbols inside the battery compartment.

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Make sure to check the direction of the batteries. If the battery is incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result.

Close the battery/card cover and slide it in the opposite direction of 1.

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• AA alkaline and AA lithium batteries are not rechargeable.

• Do not open the battery/card cover or remove the batteries while the

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• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the

• If the batteries have been removed from the camera for a long time,

• Insert the batteries correctly. If the batteries are incorrectly oriented,

• Be careful as the camera or the batteries may become hot when the

Use the AC adapter kit K-AC62 (optional) if you intend to use the camera for a long time. (p.30)

camera is turned on.

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

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. Turn the camera off, wait a minute and then turn the camera on again to reset the camera. The date and time may also be reset.

malfunction may result. If the ends of the batteries look dirty, wipe them before inserting into the camera.

camera is used continuously for a long period of time.

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Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, and Playback Time (at 23°C with the display on and the battery fully charged)

Image Storage Capacity

(flash used for 50% of shots)

Approx. 210 pictures Approx. 110 min. Approx. 480 min.

Movie Recording

Time

Playback Time

*1 Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots recorded during

CIPA-compliant testing (with display on, flash used for 50% of the shots, and 23 degrees centigrade). 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 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 when used at cold temperatures. Use of AA lithium or AA Ni-MH 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 indicator on the display.

Screen Display Battery Status

(green) Adequate power remains.

(green) Battery is running low.

(yellow) Battery is running very low.

(red) Battery is exhausted.

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

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AA nickel manganese batteries may not display the battery level correctly due to its characteristics. may be displayed for the battery level even if the batteries are running low. The camera may also turn off without warning even if is displayed.

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Using the AC Adapter

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.

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AC plug cord

AC adapter

DC terminal

Connect the DC terminal of the AC adapter to the DC

DC coupler

DC coupler cable

input terminal of the DC coupler.

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.

Insert the DC coupler into the battery compartment, making sure the (+) and (–) terminals on the coupler match the (+) and (–) symbols inside the battery compartment.

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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.

Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.

Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

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

• Make sure that the AC plug cord and the DC coupler cable are inserted securely. The data may be lost if either becomes disconnected while data is being recorded on the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory.

• Use the AC adapter with due care to avoid fire or electric shock. Be sure to read “USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY” (p.1) and “About the AC Adapter” (p.3) 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

This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card. (Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.) Captured

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images 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 (p.36).

• Be sure to use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on other cameras or digital devices. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card” (p.156) 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 of recorded pixels (p.35).

• The self-timer lamp blinks while the SD Memory Card is being accessed (data is being recorded or read).

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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SD Memory Card socket

SD Memory Card

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.

Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card

Battery/Card cover

socket so that the label is facing toward the display.

Push the card in until it clicks. Images may not be recorded correctly if the card is not inserted all the way.

Close the battery/card cover and slide it in the opposite direction of 1.

To Remove the SD Memory Card

Open the battery/card cover.

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 writeprotect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from being deleted, and

the card from being formatted by the camera or

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computer. r appears on the display when the card is write-protected.

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

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while images are being played back or saved to the card, or the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable, as this may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.

• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperature. Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the

• card and render it unusable.

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

interference. (3) when the 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 it is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer.

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

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

• When using an SD Memory Card with a slow recording speed, recording may stop while you are taking movies even when there is adequate space in the memory, or shooting and playback may take a long time.

• For information on compatible SD Memory Cards, visit the PENTAX website.

• Be sure to format an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on another camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card” (p.156). Please note that formatting the SD Memory Card will not necessarily delete the

• data so that it cannot be recovered using off-the-shelf data recovery software. There are off-the-shelf secure data deletion software programs available that will completely delete the data. If you are going to discard, give away or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that the data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information. In any case, the data on your SD Memory Card should be managed at your own risk.

Write-protect

switch

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Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory Card

The sizes of the recorded images differ depending on the number of recorded pixels of the images, so the number of images that will be saved on an SD Memory Card also differs.

Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels for still pictures on the [A Rec.Mode] menu.

Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.93

Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels in [Movie] on the [A Rec.Mode] menu.

Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies 1p.101

For an approximate guide to the number of images or the length of recorded movies that will be saved on an SD Memory Card, see “Main Specifications” (p.210).

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Turning the Camera On and Off

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Press the power switch.

The camera turns on and the display turns on. When you turn the camera on, the lens cover opens and the lens extends. If the [Language/ ] screen or [Date Adjust] screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure on p.38 to set the display language and/or current date and time.

Press the power switch again.

The display turns off, the lens closes, and the camera turns off.

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Checking the Memory Card

The memory card is checked when the camera turns on and the memory status is displayed.

a : The SD Memory Card is inserted.

Images will be saved on the SD Memory Card.

+: The SD Memory Card is not inserted.

Images will be saved in the built-in memory.

r : The write-protect switch on the SD

Memory Card is in the LOCK position (p.34). Images cannot be recorded.

Power switch

Memory status

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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. Turn the camera off, 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.38 to set these settings again.

Playback Mode

Use this mode when you want to play back an image straightaway without taking any more pictures.

Q button

Press the power switch while holding down the Q button.

The display turns on with the lens retracted and the camera turns on in the playback mode.

To switch from the playback mode to the capture mode, press the Q button or press the shutter release button halfway.

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Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.106

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Initial Settings

The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time. Perform the operations in “Setting the Display Language”

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below to set the language, and in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.42) to set the current date and time.

Language, Date, and Time can be changed later. Refer to the pages below for instructions.

• To change the language, follow the steps in “Changing the Display

Language” (1p.163).

• To change the date and time, follow the steps in “Changing the Date

and Time” (1p.158).

Setting the Display Language

Four-way controller

4 button

3 button

Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the display language.

English

Dansk

Deutsch

Svenska Suomi

Polski Italiano Nederlands

Magyar

Cancel

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OFF

Press the 4 button.

The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the selected language. If the desired settings for [Hometown] and [DST] (Daylight Saving Time) appear, press the 4 button again to display the [Date Adjust] screen. Go to “Setting the Date and Time” (p.42). Go to Step 3 in “To Set Hometown and DST” (p.41) if the desired settings do not appear.

Initial Setting

English

Hometown New York

Cancel

Daylight saving time

DST

OFF

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If you accidentally select another language and go to the next procedure, perform the following operation to set the language back.

When Another Language Has Been Inadvertently Selected

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Press the four-way controller (5).

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the language and press the 4 button.

The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the selected language.

When the Screen After Step 2 Appears in Another Language

Press the 4 button.

Press the 3 button.

Press the four-way controller (5).

Use the four-way controller (32) to select [Language/

Press the four-way controller (5).

The [Language/ ] screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the language.

Press the 4 button.

The [W Setting] menu appears in the selected language.

The language is now switched to your desired language. To reset [Hometown], [Date] and [Time], refer to the pages below for instructions.

• To change [Hometown], follow the steps in “Setting the World Time”

(1p.161).

• To change the [Date] and [Time], follow the steps in “Changing the Date and

Time” (1p.158).

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To Set Hometown and DST

OFF

Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Hometown].

Press the four-way controller (5).

The [Hometown] screen appears.

Initial Setting

Hometown New York

English

DST

OFF

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Cancel

Use the four-way controller (45)

Hometown

to choose the city.

City

New York

DST

Cancel

Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time).

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

Press the 4 button.

The [Initial Setting] screen appears.

Press the 4 button.

The [Date Adjust] screen appears. Next, set the date and time.

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Setting the Date and Time

Set the current date and time and the display style.

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Press the four-way controller (5).

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

Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the date and time display style.

Choose from [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd].

Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to [24h].

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [24h] (24-hour display) or [12h] (12-hour display).

Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame returns to [Date Style].

Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Date].

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

Cancel

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

Cancel

24h

dd y y

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dd y y

24h

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Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to the month.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

Cancel

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01/01/2009

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Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month.

Change the day and year in the same manner. Next, change the time. If you selected [12h] in Step 4, the setting switches between am and pm corresponding to the time.

Press the 4 button.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

Cancel

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

[Language/ ], [Date], [Time], [Hometown], and [DST] can be changed. Refer to the pages below for instructions.

• To change the language, follow the steps in “Changing the Display

Language” (1p.163).

• To change the date and time, follow the steps in “Changing the Date

and Time” (1p.158).

• To change the city or turn DST on and off, follow the steps in “Setting

the World Time” (1p.161).

When the [Initial Setting] or [Date Adjust] screen is displayed, you can cancel the setting operation and switch to the capture mode by pressing the 3 button. In this case, the [Initial Setting] screen will appear next time you turn the camera on.

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 the time signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds.

The video output format (NTSC/PAL) is set to the format of the city selected in [Hometown] on the [Initial Setting] screen. Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.208) for the video output format of each city set as the initial setting, and “Changing the Video Output Format” (p.166) for changing the setting of the video output format.

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Understanding the Button Functions .....46

Setting the Camera Functions ................. 52

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Understanding the Button Functions

A Mode

Common Operations

1 Power switch

Turns the camera on and off (p.36).

2 Shutter release button

Focuses the camera on the subject when pressed halfway in Still Picture Capture Mode (except in 3 and s modes) (p.61). Takes the still picture when pressed down fully (p.61). Starts and stops movie recording in C (Movie) mode (p.99).

3 Zoom/w/xbutton

Changes the captured area (p.71).

4 Q button

Switches to the Q mode (p.50).

5 I button

Switches the Face Recognition function (p.65). The Face Recognition

function is switched as follows each time the Smile Capture

Face Priority Off ´ Face Priority On

button is pressed:

4 5 6

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6 Four-way controller

(2) Changes the drive mode (p.83, p.84). (3) Displays the Capture Mode Palette (p.63). (4) Changes the flash mode (p.89). (5) Changes the focus mode (p.91).

7 4/W button

Changes the information on the display (p.18).

8 Green button

Switches to the 9 (Green) mode (p.69).

9 3 button

Displays the [A Rec.Mode] menu (p.52).

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Q Mode

Common Operations

1 Power switch

Turns the camera on and off (p.36).

2 Shutter release button

Switches to A mode (p.50).

3 Zoom/f/y button

Press f during single-image display to change to four-image display, and press f again to change to nine-image display. Returns to the previous display when y is pressed (p.108). Enlarges the image when y is pressed during single-image display. Returns to the previous display when f is pressed (p.116). Press f during nine-image display to change to folder or calendar display (p.109). Press y during folder display to change to the normal nine-image display (p.109). Press y during calendar display to change to the normal nine-image display (p.109). Adjusts the volume during playback of movies (p.107).

4 Q button

Switches to A mode (p.50).

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3 4

5 6

8 9

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5 I button

Zooms in on the subject’s faces in the face-recognized image in the order the faces were recognized when the picture was taken. (Face close-up playback)

(p.117)

6 Four-way controller

(2) Plays back and pauses a movie (p.107). (

) Displays the Playback Mode Palette (p.112).

(

) Displays the previous or next image during single-image

(

2345

Stops a movie during playback (p.107).

display (p.106). Frame forwards, frame reverses, plays back in reverse, plays back normally, plays back in fast-forward, and plays back in reverse fast-forward when playing back movies (p.107).

) Moves the display area during zoom display (p.116).

Selects an image in four-image/nine-image display, a folder in folder display, and a date in calendar display (p.108, p.109). Moves the image when using the Frame Composite function (p.141).

7 4/W button

Changes the information on the display (p.18). Returns zoom display or four-image/nine-image display to singleimage display (p.108, p.116). Changes to nine-image display of the selected folder during folder display (p.109). Changes to single-image display of the selected date during calendar display (p.109).

8 Green/i button

Switches from single-image display to the Delete screen (p.124). Switches from four-image/nine-image display to the Select & Delete screen (p.125). Switches from folder display to the calendar display screen (p.109). Switches from calendar display to the folder display screen (p.109).

9 3 button

Displays the [W Setting] menu during single-image display (p.52). Returns to single-image display during Playback Mode Palette display (p.111). Returns zoom display or four-image/nine-image display to single-image display (p.108).

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Changes to nine-image display of the selected folder during folder display (p.109). Changes to nine-image display of the selected date during calendar display (p.109).

Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode

In this manual, the capture mode, such as for taking still pictures, is referred

to as “

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displaying captured images on the display, is referred to as “ playback mode). In the images that are played back. Follow the procedure below to switch between A mode and Q mode.

To Switch from A Mode to Q Mode

To Switch from Q Mode to A Mode

mode” (the capture mode). The playback mode, such as for

mode” (the

mode, you can perform simple editing operations on

Press the Q button.

The camera switches to Q mode.

Press the Q button or the shutter release button halfway.

The camera switches to A mode.

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Displaying data stored in the built-in memory

When an SD Memory Card is inserted in the camera, images and movies on the SD Memory Card are displayed. If you want to display images and movies in the built-in memory, turn the camera off and remove the SD Memory Card, or follow the procedure below to use the “Built-in memory display” function.

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

Viewing images in the built-in memory while the SD Memory Card is

inserted (built-in memory display)

• When you press and hold down the Q button for more than 1.2 seconds

in A mode or while a menu is being displayed, the lens retracted. After the message [Display image from built-in memory] appears, images and movies stored in the built-in memory are displayed. In the built-in memory display, you can play back still pictures (including

• enlarged display) (p.106, p.116) and movies (p.107), and switch between fourimage display, nine-image display, folder display, and calendar display (p.108).

• In the built-in memory display, you cannot delete data, delete a selection, display the Playback Mode Palette, or display the menu. If you want to perform any of these operations on images or movies in the built-in memory, do so after removing the SD Memory Card.

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Setting the Camera Functions

To change the camera settings, press the 3 button to display the [A Rec.Mode] menu or [W Setting] menu. Menus for playing back and editing images are displayed from the Playback Mode Palette.

Operating the Menus

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Press the 3 button in A mode to display the [A Rec.Mode] menu. Press the 3 button in Q mode to display the [W Setting] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to switch between [A Rec.Mode] menu and [W Setting] menu.

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Rec.Mode

Pixel Track SR Recorded Pixels Focusing Area Sensitivity EV Compensation Movie

Exit

Auto

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Setting

Sound Date Adjust World Time

Folder Name USB Connection

Exit

Setting

Sound Date Adjust World Time

Folder Name USB Connection

Exit

Press halfway

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mode

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Ex.) To set the [Focusing Area] on the [A Rec.Mode] menu

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

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Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Pixel Track SR].

Press the four-way controller (3).

Rec.Mode

Pixel Track SR Recorded Pixels Focusing Area Sensitivity EV Compensation Movie

Exit

The frame moves to [Focusing Area].

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.

Use the four-way controller (23) to change the setting.

The focusing area changes each time the four-way controller (23) is pressed.

Pixel Track SR Recorded Pixels Focusing Area Sensitivity EV Compensation Movie

Exit

Rec.Mode

Pixel Track SR Recorded Pixels Focusing Area Sensitivity EV Compensation Movie

Cancel

Auto

0.0

Auto

0.0

Auto

1/2

1/2Rec.Mode

1/2

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

The setting is saved and then the camera is ready for setting the other functions. To exit the settings, press the 3 button.

To use another operation, refer to the alternate Step 6 options on the next page.

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To Save the Setting and Start Taking Pictures

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.

When the [W Setting] menu is displayed from Q mode, you can switch to A mode by pressing the Q button.

To Save the Setting and Begin Playback of Images

Press the Q button.

When the [A Rec.Mode] menu is displayed from A mode, the setting is saved and the camera returns to playback status.

To Cancel the Changes and Continue with Menu Operations

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 guide indications.

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

Cancel : Cancels the current selection, exits the menu and

: Returns to the previous screen with the current

setting.

returns to the previous screen.

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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.203) 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

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This menu shows the functions related to taking still pictures and recording movies.

Item Description Page

Pixel Track SR For saving images after Shake Reduction process p.73

Recorded Pixels

Focusing Area For changing the area of the autofocus p.92 Sensitivity For setting the sensitivity p.96 EV Compensation For adjusting the overall brightness of the picture p.95

Recorded Pixels

Movie SR

Movie

Blink Detection

Digital Zoom

Memory

Date Imprint

For choosing the number of recorded pixels of still pictures

For choosing the number of recorded pixels of movies p.101 For choosing whether or not to use the movie shake

reduction function For choosing whether to use the Blink Detection

function when the Face Recognition function is activated

For choosing whether or not to use the digital zoom function 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 date and/or time when taking still pictures

p.93

p.102

p.97

p.72

p.103

p.98

Use the 9 (Green) mode to enjoy easy picture-taking using standard settings, regardless of the settings in the [A Rec.Mode] menu (p.69).

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[W Setting] Menu

Item Description Page

Sound

Date Adjust For adjusting the date and time p.158

World Time For setting the Hometown and Destination p.161

Language/

Folder Name

USB Connection

Video Out For setting the output format to the AV equipment p.166

Brightness Level For changing the brightness of the display p.167

Power Saving

Auto Power Off

Reset

Delete All Images For deleting all images at once. p.170

Format For formatting the SD Memory Card p.156

For adjusting the operation volume and 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 folders for storing images

For setting the USB cable connection (to a computer or a printer)

For setting the time until the camera enters powersaving mode

For setting the time until the camera turns off automatically

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

p.157

p.163

p.164

p.165

p.168

p.169

p.171

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Taking Still Pictures ..................................60

Setting the Shooting Functions ............... 89

Recording Movies .....................................99

Saving the Settings (Memory) ............... 103

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The Optio E70 features a wide range of shooting modes and functions to suit almost any subject or scene. This chapter describes how to take pictures with the most commonly used standard settings (the initial factory default settings).

Taking Pictures

Press the power switch.

Power switch Shutter release button

Zoom/w/xbutton

The camera turns on and is ready to take still pictures. In this manual, this is called Still Picture Capture Mode.

Confirm the subject and shooting

information on the display.

The focus frame in the middle of the display indicates the zone of automatic focusing.

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When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

You can change the captured area by pressing the Zoom/

w/x

button to the left or right (p.71).

x (Right) enlarges the subject. w (Left) widens the area that is

captured by the camera.

Focus frame

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Press the shutter release button

halfway.

The focus frame (or face recognition frame) on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken. The flash discharges automatically depending on the light conditions. The image appears on the display for two seconds (Instant Review) and is saved to the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory.

• Press the Green button to switch to the 9 (Green) mode and let the

camera set all the shooting functions automatically (p.69).

• When the Pixel Track SR activates, the shake reduction goes in process before the Instant Review of the image is displayed. Therefore it will require few seconds to display the Instant Review.

Using the Shutter Release Button

The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.

Press halfway

This refers to pressing the shutter release button gently to the first position. This locks the focus setting and the exposure. The green focus frame lights on the display when the shutter release button is pressed halfway and the subject is in focus. If the subject is out of focus, the frame turns white.

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Press fully

This refers to pressing the shutter release button all the way down to the fully depressed position. This takes a picture.

Not pressed Pressed halfway

(first position)

Pressed fully

(second position)

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Poor focusing conditions

The camera may not be able to focus under the following conditions. In these cases, lock the focus on an object the same distance away as the subject (by pressing and holding the shutter release button halfway), then aim the camera at your subject and press the shutter release button fully.

• Objects that lack contrast such as a blue sky or white wall

• Dark places or objects, or conditions that prevent light being reflected back

• Horizontal lines or intricate patterns

• Fast moving objects

• When there is an object in the foreground and an object in the background in the captured area

• Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background)

Blink Detection

If the camera detects that the subject’s eyes are closed while the Face Recognition (p.65) is activated, the message [Closed eyes have been detected.] appears during Instant Review.

• When the Face Recognition function (p.65) does not work, Blink Detection also does not function. Even if the subject’s faces are recognized, Blink Detection may not function depending on the condition of the recognized faces.

• You can also disable Blink Detection function (p.97).

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Setting the Shooting Mode

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The Optio E70 has a variety of shooting modes that let you take pictures or record movies in different situations simply by choosing the appropriate mode for the particular situation from the Capture Mode Palette.

Four-way controller 4 button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose a shooting mode.

When an icon is selected in the Capture Mode Palette, the selected shooting mode guide appears.

Press the 4 button.

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

Landscape

For capturing landscape views. Enhances colors of sky and foliage.

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Some functions may not be available or may not function fully depending on the selected shooting mode. For details, refer to “Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode” (p.196).

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There are 18 available shooting modes.

Shooting Mode Description Page

Auto Picture Automatically selects the best capture mode. p.67

Program

Night Scene

Portrait

Half-length

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Portrait

Movie For recording movies. p.99

Landscape

Flower

Portrait

Surf & Snow

Sport

Digital SR Higher sensitivity reduces blur. p.74

Kids

Pet

Food

Digital Panorama

Frame Composite

Sunset For images of sunsets and warm lighting. p.74

Used for basic shooting. Various functions can also be set with this mode.

For night time images. Use of a tripod or other support is suggested.

For images of people at night. Use of a tripod or other support is advised.

For portraits with proper framing by automatic zoom. Fixed to h pixels.

For capturing landscape views. Enhances colors of sky and foliage.

For images of flowers. The outline of the flower is softened.

For capturing portraits. Reproduces healthy and bright skin tone.

For bright images such as sand or snow. Accurately meters for bright scenes.

For a fast moving subject. Tracks the subject until the picture is taken.

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

For capturing moving pets. Select the color according to the pet's coat.

For images of food and prepared dishes. Enhances saturation and contrast.

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

For capturing images with a frame. Recorded pixels is fixed to h.

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p.74

p.76

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p.76

p.79

p.77

p.78

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p.86

p.81

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Using the Face Recognition Function

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With the Optio E70, the Face Recognition function is available with all shooting modes. When the camera detects a person’s face in the image, the Face Recognition function displays a yellow face recognition frame around the face on the display screen, sets the focus (Face Recognition AF) and compensates the exposure (Face Recognition AE). If the subject in the face recognition frame moves, the frame also moves and changes size as it tracks the face.

The Face Recognition function can recognize up to 32 people’s faces. If it recognizes multiple faces, the camera displays a yellow frame over the main face and white frames over the other face(s). It can display up to a total of 15 frames, including a main frame and white frame(s).

By pressing the I button, you can switch to the Smile Capture function, which automatically releases the shutter when your subject smiles (p.66).

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

• If the camera cannot recognize the subject's face, the camera focuses using the setting currently selected in [Focusing Area].

When the Smile Capture function is On, the shutter may not be

• released automatically because the Smile Capture function may not work in some situations, such as when the recognized face is too small.

Face recognition frame

When multiple faces are

Main frame White

recognized

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To Switch the Face Recognition Function

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By default, the Face Recognition function is set to Face Priority On. The Face Recognition function is switched as follows each time the I button is pressed: Smile Capture ´ Face Priority Off ´ Face Priority On

I button

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Face Priority On Smile Capture Face Priority Off

An icon indicating either Face Priority On or Smile Capture appears on the display. (The icon does not appear when the Face Recognition function is not activated.)

• The Face Recognition function cannot be set to off in b (Auto Picture), B (Night Scene Portrait), o (Half-length Portrait), P (Portrait) or R (Kids) mode. You can select either Face Priority On or Smile Capture.

• Face Priority On is automatically selected in 9 (Green), b (Auto Picture), B (Night Scene Portrait), o (Half-length Portrait), C (Movie), P (Portrait) or R (Kids) mode. When switching to another mode from one of these modes, the Face Recognition setting returns to the previous setting.

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(Auto Picture Mode)

In b (Auto Picture) mode, the camera automatically selects the most appropriate mode depending on the situations and subjects.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

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

Press the 4 button.

The b (Auto Picture) mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green and the selected shooting mode is displayed on the top left of the screen when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Standard Night Scene Night Scene Portrait

Landscape Flower Portrait

Sport

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Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

The following restrictions apply in b mode:

• You cannot turn the Face Recognition function off.

• The Focusing Area setting is fixed at J (Multiple).

• The (Flower) mode cannot be selected when using Digital Zoom or Intelligent Zoom.

• If the (Night Scene) mode is selected when the flash mode is , (Auto), the flash mode automatically changes to a (Flash Off).

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• When the drive mode is set to j (Continuous Shooting), pictures are taken continuously in the appropriate shooting mode selected for the first picture.

• The camera automatically focuses on the subject when the focus mode is set to = (Standard) or q (Macro).

Taking Pictures in the Custom 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.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

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

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Press the 4 button.

The R (Program) mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.63).

Set the functions you want to change.

Refer to “Setting the Shooting Functions” (p.89 - p.98) for details on how to set the functions.

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

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Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)

In the 9 (Green) mode, you can enjoy easy picture-taking using standard settings, regardless of the settings in the [A Rec.Mode] menu. 9 mode settings are as shown below.

Flash Mode , (Auto) Focusing Area J (Multiple) Drive Mode 9 (Standard) Sensitivity Auto Focus Mode = (Standard) EV Compensation ±0.0 Face Recognition On Blink Detection O (On) Information Display Normal Digital Zoom O (On) Pixel Track SR Auto Date Imprint Off Recorded Pixels

N (3648×2736)

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Shutter release

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button

Green button

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Press the Green button in A mode.

The camera switches to 9 mode.

Press the Green button again to return to the status before 9 mode was selected.

When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

•In 9 mode, you cannot change the information on the display by pressing the 4/W button.

• Press the 3 button in 9 mode to display the [W Setting] menu. The [A Rec.Mode] menu cannot be displayed.

• When the camera is turned off in 9 mode, it turns on in 9 mode next time the power switch is pressed.

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Using the Zoom

17. 1 x

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You can use the zoom to change the captured area.

Press the Zoom/w/x button in A mode.

x (Right) enlarges the subject. w (Left) widens the area that is

captured by the camera.

When you press and hold the x button, the camera automatically switches from optical zoom to intelligent zoom. Once the button is released and pressed again, the camera switches to Digital Zoom.

The zoom bar is displayed as follow.

Zoom/w/x button

Four-way controller 4 button

17.1 x

Zoom bar

Zoom ratio

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Zoom in with high image quality.

Optical zoom range

Zoom in with some degree of image deterioration.

Intelligent Zoom range

Digital Zoom

range

*1 You can zoom in to a maximum of 3× optically. *2 The Intelligent Zoom range differs depending on the recorded

pixels. See the following table.

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Recorded pixels and the maximum zoom ratio

Recorded

pixels

z/N Not Available (3× optical zoom only)

6 Approx. 3.5× f Approx. 4.2× h Approx. 5.3×

y Approx. 5.7×

i Approx. 6.8× l Approx. 10.7×

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• It is 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.

• i is available only when shooting panoramic images.

• Intelligent Zoom is not available under the following conditions:

- when the recorded pixels is set to z or N (3× optical zoom

available)

-in c (Digital SR) mode

- when the sensitivity is set to 3200 or 6400

• The image enlarged using Intelligent Zoom may appear rough on the display. This does not affect the quality of recorded image.

•In C (Movie) mode, only Digital Zoom is available.

Intelligent Zoom Digital Zoom

Equivalent to approx.

Approx. 17.1×

(Same as 17.1×

Digital Zoom)

17.1×

To Set the Digital Zoom

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

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Digital Zoom].

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

The setting is saved.

Press the 3 button.

Rec.Mode

Blink Detection Digital Zoom Memory Date Imprint

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Off

The camera returns to capture status.

Saving the Digital Zoom Function setting 1p.103

Using Pixel Track SR

In P (Pixel Track SR) mode, you can compensate for camera shake while you are shooting a still image. Pixel Track SR is set to [Auto] in the default settings.

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Pixel Track SR].

Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

Rec.Mode

Pixel Track SR

Blink Detection Recorded Pixels

Digital Zoom Focusing Area

Memory Sensitivity

Date Imprint EV Compensation Movie

Cancel

Exit

Auto Off

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Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto] or [Off].

Press the 4 button.

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

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Pixel Track SR is not available under the following conditions:

-in p (Frame Composite), F (Digital Panorama) or o (Half-length

Portrait) mode

- while taking pictures in Continuous Shooting mode

- while recording a movie

- while using the self-timer

- when Sensitivity is set to 1600 or higher

- when the flash strobes

When the Pixel Track SR activates, the shake reduction goes in process

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before the Instant Review of the image is displayed. Therefore it will require few seconds to display the Instant Review.

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/ Night Scene Portrait/Digital SR/Sunset Mode)

You can choose settings appropriate for taking pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes.

Night Scene

Night Scene Portrait

Digital SR Higher sensitivity reduces camera shake blur.

Sunset For images of sunsets and warm lighting.

For night time images. Use of a tripod or other support is suggested.

For images of people at night. Use of a tripod or other support is advised.

Shutter release button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Four-way controller 4 button

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Use the four-way controller (2345) to select A, B, c or K.

Press the 4 button.

The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

• The shutter speed tends to be slower when taking pictures of dark scenes.

• To prevent camera shake, use a tripod and/or the self-timer function (p.83).

•In c mode, sensitivity is automatically set to Auto and the number of recorded pixels is fixed at f (2592 × 1944).

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Taking Pictures of People (Half-length Portrait/

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Portrait Mode)

(Half-length Portrait) and P (Portrait) modes are suitable for taking pictures of people. Face Recognition (p.65) operates for each shooting mode, making it easier to emphasize the subject’s face when taking pictures.

Half-length Portrait

Portrait

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select o or P and press the 4 button.

The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65). If the camera recognizes a person’s face in o mode, an orange frame appears showing the area to be zoomed in.

For portraits with proper framing by automatic zoom. Fixed to h pixels.

For capturing portraits. Reproduces healthy and bright skin tone.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller 4 button

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Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance. If the camera recognizes a person's face in o mode, the camera automatically zooms in to enlarge the area in the orange frame shown in Step 2.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode)

R (Kids) mode is suitable for taking pictures of moving children. It also reproduces healthy and bright skin tone. Face Recognition (p.65) operates automatically for this mode, making it easier to emphasize the subject’s face when taking pictures.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

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

Press the 4 button.

The R (Kids) mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

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Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode)

Use this mode to keep your moving pet in focus while you take the

picture and capture the color of your pet’s coat. Choose the appropriate

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icon depending on what color your pet is (closer to black or white or in between).

Shutter release button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Y.

Press the 4 button.

The Pet mode selection screen appears.

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Use the four-way controller (23) to select Y, Z, Z, a, b or b .

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. Choose an icon (white, gray, or black)

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whose tone best matches your pet’s coat or fur.

Press the 4 button.

The Pet mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status. When the camera recognizes a person’s

face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

Press the shutter release button halfway.

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The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance. The focus frame follows the subject while the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

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

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Surf & Snow

Sport

For capturing images with dazzling backgrounds, snowy scenes or beaches.

For fast moving subjects. Keeps the camera in focus until the shutter releases.

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button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Q or \.

Press the 4 button.

The shooting mode is selected and the camera returns to capture status. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance. When the Sport mode is selected, the focus frame follows the subject while the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

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Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode)

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In p (Frame Composite) mode, you can take pictures using the frames stored in the camera.

Shutter release button

Zoom/f/y button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select p and press the 4 button.

A 9-frame display of the frame selection screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose the frame you want to use.

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Press y on the Zoom/f/y button.

The selected frame appears in single-image display. You can choose another frame using either of the following operations.

Four-way controller (45) Press to choose a different frame. Zoom/f/y button (f) Press to return to the 9-frame display of

the frame selection screen, and then perform Step 3 to choose a different frame.

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Press the 4 button.

The frame appears on the display. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses

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on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

•In p mode, recorded pixels is fixed at h (2048 × 1536).

• At shipment, the camera includes 3 default frames and 87 optional frames built-in. (The CD-ROM supplied with the camera contains a total of 90 frames, including the default frames.)

Optional Frames

The optional frames are stored in the built-in memory in the Optio E70. These optional frames are deleted if the camera settings are reset or if the built-in memory files are deleted with a computer. To reload the optional frames into the built-in memory, copy the files from the CD-ROM (S-SW87) supplied with the camera (p.143).

Adding a Frame to a captured image 1p.141

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Using the Self-timer

D r i ve Mode

S e l f-timer

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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.

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

pressed.

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

seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

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. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

Drive Mode

Self-timer

Cancel

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Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken ten seconds or two seconds later.

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

•In C (Movie) mode, recording will start after ten seconds (or two seconds).

• Press the shutter release button halfway while the self-timer is engaged to stop the countdown and press fully to restart the countdown.

• Z cannot be selected while 9 (Green) mode is in default setting. Select Z in another shooting mode and then switch the shooting mode

to 9.

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Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting Mode)

In this mode, pictures are taken continuously as long as the shutter release button is pressed.

Continuous Shooting

Each time a picture is taken, the image is saved in the memory before the next image is taken. The higher the image quality, the longer the interval between shots.

Shutter release button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

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C a n cel

D r i ve Mode

C o n tinuous S ho o t i n g

Use the four-way controller (45) to select j and press the 4 button.

The camera is ready to take a series of pictures.

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

Pictures are taken continuously as long as you keep the shutter release button pressed.

• The flash does not discharge in j mode.

• j cannot be selected in 9 (Green), C (Movie), p (Frame Composite) or F (Digital Panorama) mode.

• Pixel Track SR does not operate in j mode.

•In j mode, you can continue shooting until the memory capacity of the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory is full.

• The interval of j (Continuous Shooting) varies according to the Recorded Pixels settings.

• The focus and exposure are locked with the first shot.

• When the Face Recognition is activated (p.65), it works only when taking the first shot.

• Blink Detection function works only for the last shot.

•In b (Auto Picture) mode, pictures are taken continuously in the appropriate shooting mode selected for the first shot.

Drive Mode

Continuous Shooting

Cancel

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Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama

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In F (Digital Panorama) mode, you can stitch two or three captured frames to create a panoramic photograph with the camera.

Shutter release button

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select F.

Press the 4 button.

The camera enters the F mode and the message [Set shift direction] is displayed.

Use the four-way controller (45)

Four-way controller 4 button

to choose the direction in which the images will be joined.

The screen for taking the first frame is displayed.

When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.65).

Set shift direction

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Exi t

2nd f ram e

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the display turns green when the camera focuses on the subject at the correct distance.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The screen for taking the second frame is displayed after you take the first frame.

If you select right (5) in Step 4:

The right edge of the first frame appears in semi-transparent form on the left edge of the display.

If you select left (4) in Step 4:

The left edge of the first frame appears in semi-transparent form on the right edge of the display.

Take the second frame.

Move the camera so that the semitransparent image and the actual view overlap and press the shutter release button.

Take the third frame.

Repeat Steps 5 to 7 to take the third frame. The panorama stitching starts and a stitched image appears.

• To minimize distortion when taking the second or third frame, turn the camera so that it pivots around the right edge of the preview guide on the screen.

• Some distortion may result from moving objects, repeating patterns, or if nothing exists when overlapping the first and second frames or the second and third frames on the preview guide.

• When the Face Recognition is activated (p.65), it works only when taking the first frame.

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Exit2nd frame

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To Cancel after Taking the First or Second Frame

Sav e the i mage( s) an d

exi t thi s scree n?

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After shooting the first frame in Step 6 or second frame in Step 7, press the 4 button or the four-way controller (3).

A confirmation dialog appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select an option and press the

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4 button.

Save: Saves the captured image(s)

and you can retake the first frame. When this option is selected after shooting the second frame, the first and the second frames are stitched and saved as a panoramic photograph.

Discard: Discards the captured image(s) and you can retake the first

frame.

Cancel: Returns to the previous shooting screen.

Save the image(s) and

exit this screen?

Save

Discard

Cancel

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Setting the Shooting Functions

Selecting the Flash Mode

Auto

Flash Off

Flash On The flash discharges regardless of the brightness.

Flash On + Red-eye

• The flash does not discharge (a) in C (Movie) mode, or when the drive mode is set to j (Continuous Shooting), or the focus mode is set to s (Infinity).

• A pre-flash discharges when using the red-eye reduction function.

•In 9 (Green) mode, you can only select , or a.

•In A (Night Scene) mode, you cannot select ,.

•In B (Night Scene Portrait) mode, or when the Face Recognition is set to On and the flash is set to ,, the flash mode will automatically change to d when a face is recognized.

• Using the flash when capturing images at a close distance may cause irregularities in the image due to the light distribution.

• Pixel Track SR does not operate when the flash discharges.

The flash discharges automatically depending on the light conditions.

The flash does 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 regardless of the light conditions.

Taking Pictures

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Four-way controller

Aut o

Fla sh Mo de

Can ce l

4 button

Taking Pictures

Press the four-way controller (4) in A mode.

The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed. You can also change the

Flash Mode

Auto

setting using the four-way controller (23).

Cancel

Press the 4 button.

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

About the red-eye phenomenon

Taking pictures using the flash may cause the subject’s eyes to appear red in the resulting picture. This phenomenon occurs when the light from the flash is reflected in the subject’s eyes. It can be reduced by illuminating the area around the subject or moving closer to the subject and zooming out to a wider angle. Setting the flash mode to d (Flash On + Red-eye) is also an effective way of reducing red eyes. If the subject’s eyes appear red despite such precautions, they can be corrected by the red-eye compensation function (p.140).

Saving the Flash Mode setting 1p.103

OKOKOK

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Selecting the Focus Mode

F o c us Mode

S t a ndard

O K

C a n cel

Use this mode when the distance to the subject is 40 cm

Standard

Macro

Pan Focus

Infinity

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).

Press the 4 button.

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

•In 9 (Green) mode, you can only select =, q or 3.

• When = (Standard) is selected and the subject is closer than 40 cm, the camera automatically focuses from 10 cm (Auto-Macro function). In this case, q appears on the display.

• When shooting with q selected, if the subject is further than 50 cm away, the camera automatically focuses to

• When shooting with q selected, even if the subject is not in focus, the camera is able to shoot the image. In this case, a blurred image will be shot.

(16 in.) or more. The camera is focused on the subject in the autofocus area when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

This mode is used when the distance to the subject is approx. 10 cm to 50 cm (4 in. to 20 in.). The camera is focused on the subject in the autofocus area when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

This mode is used when you ask someone to take pictures for you, or when taking pictures of the scenery through the window of a car or train. The entire picture, from the front to the back, is focused.

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

Cancel

∞ (Infinity).

Focus Mode

Standard

Taking Pictures

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To Set the Focusing Area

You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area).

Multiple Normal autofocus area

Spot The autofocus area becomes smaller.

Automatic Tracking AF Keeps moving subjects in focus.

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

Taking Pictures

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Focusing Area].

Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to change the Focusing Area setting.

Press the 4 button.

The setting is saved.

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

Rec.Mode

Pixel Track SR Recorded Pixels Focusing Area Sensitivity EV Compensation Movie

Cancel

Auto

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•In C (Movie) and p (Frame Composite) modes, Focusing Area cannot be set to W.

•In 9 (Green) and b (Auto Picture) modes, Focusing Area is fixed at J.

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Selecting the Recorded Pixels

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You can choose from seven recorded pixels settings for still pictures. The larger your recorded pixels, the clearer the details will appear when you print your picture. As the quality of the printed picture also depends on the image quality, exposure control, resolution of the printer and other factors, you do not need to select more than the required number of recorded pixels. h (2048×1536) is adequate for making postcard-size prints. The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size.(z is higher in quality than N) Refer to the following table for the appropriate settings according to use.

Recorded Pixels Use

z 3648×2736

N 3648×2736

6 3072×2304 f 2592×1944 h 2048×1536

y 1920×1080

(16 : 9)

l 1024× 768 m 640× 480

The default setting is N (3648×2736).

For printing high quality photos or A4-size pictures or larger, or editing images on a computer.

For making postcard-size prints.

Clearer

For a natural feeling of expansiveness with the same aspect ratio as HDTV.

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

Taking Pictures

Shooting/Playback screen when y is selected

If you select y as the Recorded Pixels setting, the aspect ratio of the image is 16:9 and the monitor display is as shown on the right.

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Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Recorded Pixels].

Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23)

Taking Pictures

to change the number of recorded pixels.

Press the 4 button.

Pixel Track SR Recorded Pixels Focusing Area Sensitivity EV Compensation Movie

Cancel

The setting is saved.

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

• The number of recorded pixels for images captured in 9 (Green) mode is fixed at N.

• The number of recorded pixels for images captured in o (Half-length Portrait) or p (Frame Composite) is fixed at h.

• The number of recorded pixels for images captured in c (Digital SR) mode is fixed at f.

Auto

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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 underexposed.

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [EV Compensation].

Use the four-way controller (45) to select the EV value.

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.

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

The EV compensation function cannot be used in 9 (Green) or b (Auto Picture) mode.

Saving the EV Compensation Value setting 1p.103

Pixel Track SR Recorded Pixels Focusing Area Sensitivity EV Compensation Movie

Rec.Mode

Exit

Auto

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Setting the Sensitivity

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

Auto The sensitivity is automatically adjusted by the camera. (Sensitivity 64 - 800)

200

400

800

1600

3200

Taking Pictures

6400

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sensitivity].

Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to change the sensitivity.

The lower the sensitivity, the less noise that affects the image. The shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions.100

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

Rec.Mode

Pixel Track SR

Recorded Pixels Focusing Area Sensitivity EV Compensation Movie

Auto Auto

64 100 200 400

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OKCancel

Press the 4 button.

The setting is saved.

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

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• When Sensitivity is set to 3200 or 6400, the number of recorded pixels

is fixed at f.

• When set to 9 (Green) or C (Movie) mode, only Auto (sensitivity 64

- 800) is available.

• When set to c (Digital SR) mode, only Auto (sensitivity 64 - 6400) is

available.

• When Sensitivity is set to 1600 or higher, Pixel Track SR does not operate.

Saving the sensitivity setting 1p.103

Setting Blink Detection

This specifies whether Blink Detection works when you use the Face Recognition function.

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Blink Detection].

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

The setting is saved.

O(On) Blink Detection function works. P (Off) Blink Detection does not

function.

Rec.Mode

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Off

Taking Pictures

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

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Setting the Date Imprint Function

C a n cel

O K

You can choose whether to imprint the date and/or time when taking still pictures.

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Date Imprint].

Taking Pictures

Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select the Date Imprint details.

Choose from [Date], [Date & Time], [Time] or [Off].

Press the 4 button.

The setting is saved.

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

• O appears on the display in A mode when [Date Imprint] is set.

• The date and/or time imprinted with the Date Imprint function cannot be deleted.

• The date and/or time are imprinted on the picture with the display style set in the [Date Adjust] screen (p.42).

• Note that if the printer or the image editing software is set to print the date and the images to be printed already have the date and/or time imprinted, the imprinted dates and/or times may overlap.

Rec.Mode

Blink Detection Digital Zoom Memory Date Imprint

Cancel

Cancel OK

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