Pentax Optio M60 Operating 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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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most

out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera 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.

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.

• 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.

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.

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 the PC Connection Manual (bottom right of the front side) for more information.

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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.

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

• Use an AC adapter 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.

• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.

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Caution

• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI78. The battery could explode or catch fire.

• 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 battery should come in contact with your eyes, it may cause a loss of sight. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately. Do not rub them.

• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes, it may cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

• Precautions for D-LI78 Battery Usage:

- USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.

- DO NOT INCINERATE.

- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.

- DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT.

- DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F / 60°C)

• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins 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.

About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter

Warning

• Do not use the product at a voltage other than the specified voltage. Use with a power source or voltage other than that designated can cause a fire or electrical shock. The specified voltage is 100-240V AC.

• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electrical shock.

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

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

• If a thunder storm should be present during use of the battery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power cord and discontinue use. Continuing to use the product can cause damage to the equipment, fire or electrical shock.

• Wipe off the plug of the power cord if it should become covered with dust. This can cause a fire.

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.

• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI78. This can cause overheating or malfunctions.

• 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.

• This camera is not waterproof. Do not use this camera where it might come in contact with rain, water, or any other liquid.

• 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.

• 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.

• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.35) 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.

• The AC plug cord supplied with the camera is for exclusive use with the battery charger D-BC78. Do not use it with any other equipment.

• Storing the battery fully charged may decrease the battery performance. Avoid storing it especially in high temperatures. If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery’s service life.

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

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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

Charging the Battery.......................................................................27

Installing the Battery.......................................................................28

Using the AC Adapter.....................................................................31

Installing the SD Memory Card..........................................................33

Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory Card................36

Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................37

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

Initial Settings .....................................................................................39

Setting the Display Language.........................................................39

Setting the Date and Time ..............................................................43

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...........................................................51

Operating the Menus ......................................................................51

Menu List ........................................................................................55

Taking Pictures 57

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................58

Taking Pictures...............................................................................58

Setting the Shooting Mode .............................................................60

Using the Face Recognition Function.............................................63

Taking Pictures Automatically (Auto Picture Mode) .......................65

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Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings (Program Mode) ..............66

Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode) ..........................67

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................69

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

Digital SR (Blur Reduction)/Fireworks/Candlelight Mode) .......71

Taking Pictures of People (Half-length Portrait/ Portrait/

Natural Skin Tone Mode) .........................................................73

Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode) ........................................ 74

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) ......................................... 75

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

Sport Mode) .............................................................................76

Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode) ..............................................78

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode) ..........................79

Using the Self-timer........................................................................81

Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/

HS Cont. Shooting Mode) ........................................................82

Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide 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........................................................94

Selecting the Quality Level.............................................................96

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) ...................................... 97

Adjusting the White Balance...........................................................98

Setting the AE Metering................................................................100

Setting the Sensitivity ...................................................................101

Setting Blink Detection .................................................................102

Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review)........................ 103

Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)...................................104

Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)......................................105

Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)..........................................105

Setting the Date Imprint Function .................................................106

Calling Up a Specific Menu ..........................................................107

Recording Movies.............................................................................109

Recording a Movie........................................................................109

Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies .................................... 111

Selecting the Frame Rate.............................................................112

Recording Movies in Black and White or Sepia Tones

(Color Mode) ..........................................................................113

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

Saving the Settings (Memory) .........................................................115

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Playing Back and Deleting Images 117

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

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

Playing Back a Movie ...................................................................119

Nine-Image Display, Folder Display and Calendar Display.......... 120

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

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

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

Zoom Playback.............................................................................128

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

Playback) ...............................................................................129

Correcting Camera Shake with Digital SR....................................130

Deleting Images ................................................................................132

Deleting a Single Image/Sound File .............................................132

Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files..................................134

Deleting All Images and Sound Files............................................136

Recovering Deleted Images .........................................................137

Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) ........138

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment...................................... 141

Editing and Printing Images 143

Editing Images ..................................................................................144

Changing the Image Size and Quality (Resize)............................144

Cropping Images ..........................................................................145

Using the Digital Filters.................................................................147

Red-eye Compensation................................................................150

Adding a Frame (Frame Composite)............................................151

Editing Movies ..............................................................................154

Copying Images and Sound Files.................................................156

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................158

Printing Single Images..................................................................158

Printing All Images........................................................................160

Printing Using PictBridge ................................................................161

Connecting the Camera to the Printer..........................................161

Printing Single Images..................................................................162

Printing All Images........................................................................164

Printing Using the DPOF Settings ................................................165

Disconnecting the Cable from the Printer.....................................166

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Recording and Playing Back Sound 167

Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)....................................168

Recording Sound..........................................................................168

Playing Back Sound .....................................................................170

Adding a Voice Memo to Images.....................................................171

Recording a Voice Memo .............................................................171

Playing Back a Voice Memo.........................................................172

Settings 173

Camera Settings................................................................................174

Formatting an SD Memory Card...................................................174

Changing the Sound Settings .......................................................175

Changing the Date and Time........................................................176

Setting the World Time.................................................................179

Changing the Display Language ..................................................181

Changing the Naming Rule of the Folder .....................................182

Changing the USB Connection Mode...........................................183

Changing the Video Output Format..............................................184

Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ........................................ 185

Using the Power Saving Function ................................................186

Setting Auto Power Off.................................................................187

Setting the Quick Zoom Function.................................................188

Changing the Start-up Screen ......................................................189

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................190

Appendix 191

Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................192

Messages...........................................................................................194

Troubleshooting................................................................................197

Default Settings.................................................................................199

List of World Time Cities..................................................................204

Optional Accessories .......................................................................205

Main Specifications ..........................................................................206

WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................210

Index...................................................................................................216

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

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

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Composition of the Operating Manual

This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This chapter explains how to view still pictures and movies on the camera or on a TV 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 the supplied “PC Connection Manual”. For details on editing and printing images on a computer, see the Help menu of the application software.

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

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

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

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

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 M60 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 M60 has a shake reduction function to reduce camera shake during movie recording (p.114). It can also shoot in black and white or sepia tones to add atmosphere to your movies.

Use the camera to shoot fun-filled movies of your

children or pets as a visual diary of their development (p.109).

Perfect for Portrait Shots!

The Optio M60 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, or if anyone blinked, it will tell you 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.63) Modes for taking stunning pictures of people (p.73) Close-ups of people's faces for easy checking during

playback (p.129)

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Add Various Frames to Your Pictures!

When you take a picture with the Optio M60, you can choose from a wide range of fun frames to create attractive framed shots (p.79). You can also add frames to pictures you have taken. Adjust the position of the subject in the picture or reduce or enlarge the picture size to match the frame shape and size. Now you no longer have to worry about the subject not being aligned in the frame (p.151).

For decorating your pictures

with a frame.

Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions!

The user-friendly design of the Optio M60 enables easy operation with only a few buttons. Simply by choosing the appropriate icon, you can select the shooting mode (p.60) and choose the optimal settings for the situation, or the playback mode (p.122, p.144) 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.60, p.122).

Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using

standard settings (p.67).

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Display Images and Sound Files in Calendar Format!

With the Optio M60, you can display recorded images and sound files by date in calendar format (p.121). This lets you quickly find the image or sound file you want to play back.

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

The Optio M60 has a variety of functions to let you enjoy playing back and editing images without having to connect the camera to your computer and transfer the images first. The camera is all you need to take and edit still pictures and movies (p.144). And no more worries about accidentally deleting images, because now, with the Optio M60, you can recover them again (p.137).

Resize (p.144), Cropping (p.145) and Red-eye

Compensation (p.150) can be used, while the image is displayed in the playback mode.

You can divide a movie into two or select a frame from a

movie to save it as a still picture (p.154).

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Checking the Contents of the Package

Camera

Optio M60

USB cable

I-USB7 (*)

Battery charger

D-BC78 (*)

Operating Manual

(this manual)

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. The battery charger and AC plug cord are only sold as a set (Battery Charger Kit K-BC78). For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.205).

Strap

O-ST51 (*)

AV cable

I-AVC7 (*)

AC plug cord

D-CO24 (*)

Quick Guide

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW81

Rechargeable lithium-ion

battery D-LI78 (*)

PC Connection Manual

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Names of Parts

Front

Back

Self timer lamp Flash

Lens

Microphone

Tripod socket

Speaker

Battery/Card cover

Display Power switch Shutter release button

PC/AV terminal Terminal cover

Strap lug

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Names of Operating Parts

Power switch Shutter release button

I button

Zoom/w/x/f/y button

Q button

Four-way controller

4/W button

Green/i button

3 button

Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.46 - p.49) for an explanation of the function of each button.

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Monitor Indications

07 /0 7/ 200 8

14 :2 5

200

3 8

Display in A Mode

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

Normal Display

07/07/2008

383838

14:25

Histogram + Info

383838

200

No Info

• Y appears if you press the shutter release button halfway when

camera shake is likely to occur. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod and/or the self-timer function (p.81).

• 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

1 4 :2 5

+ 1 .0

3 8

0 7 /0 7 / 2 0 0 8

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

1 2

3 4

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

07/07/2008

14:25

14:25+1.0

171615

10 11

Shooting mode (p.60)

Face Priority icon (p.63)

Camera shake warning

Shutter speed

Aperture

Flash mode (p.89)

Drive mode (p.81, p.82)

Focus mode (p.91)

Digital zoom/Intelligent zoom

icon (p.69)

* 3 appears only if you press the shutter release button halfway when

camera shake is likely to occur.

* 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.

Memory status (p.37)

Remaining image storage

capacity Battery level indicator (p.30)

Focus frame (p.58)

Date and time (p.43)

EV compensation (p.97)

Date Imprint setting (p.106)

World time setting (p.179)

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

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

3 8

200

+ 1 .0

A A

A1 to A20 and B1 appear when “Histogram + Info” is selected. Only B1 appears when “No Info” is selected.

A4 A5 A6 A8 A9 A10A7

A11 A12

A13

1 2

A14

B2 B3

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

200

A15 A16 A17

A18

A19 A20

Shooting mode (p.60)

Face Priority icon (p.63)

Camera shake warning

Flash mode (p.89)

Drive mode (p.81, p.82)

Focus mode (p.91)

Digital zoom/

Intelligent zoom icon (p.69) Memory status (p.37)

Bright portion (blinks red) (p.24)

Dark portion (blinks yellow) (p.24)

A10

Remaining image storage capacity

A11

Battery level indicator (p.30)

A12

Recorded pixels (p.94)

A13

Quality level (p.96)

A14

White balance (p.98)

A15

AE Metering (p.100)

A16

Sensitivity (p.101)

A17

Histogram (p.23)

A18

EV compensation (p.97)

A19

Date Imprint setting (p.106)

A20

Focus frame (p.58)

B1 B2 B3

Shutter s Aperture

peed

* In “Histogram + Info”, A3 appears only if you press the shutter release

button halfway when camera shake is likely to occur.

* 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.65).

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

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Display in Q Mode

07 /0 7/ 200 8

14 :2 5

10 0

00 26

F3 .5

1/ 25 0

07 /0 7/ 200 8

14 :2 5

200

10 0

00 26

Ed it

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, Histogram + Info, No Info.

Normal Display

0026

100

100-0026

07/07/2008

14:25

Edit

Histogram + Info

0026

100

100-0026

200

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

200

Edit

No Info

07/07/2008

14:25

Edit

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Normal Display/Histogram + Info Display in Still Picture Playback Mode

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

1 0 0

0 0 38

1 4 :2 5

200

0 7 /0 7 / 2 0 0 8

Edit

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

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

“

A11 appear when to B10 appear only when “Histogram + Info

Normal Display” or “Histogram + Info” is selected. B1

”

is selected.

A2 A3

B3 B4

0038

100

100-0038

A4 A5

A6 A7

A8 A9

B5 B6 B7 B8 B9

200

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

Edit

07/07/2008

14:25

B10

A10

A11

Playback mode

Q : Still Picture Playback

Mode (p.122)

P : Digital SR (p.130) Face Priority icon (p.63)

Memory status (p.37)

Folder number (p.182)

File number

Protect icon (p.138)

Voice memo icon (p.172)

Battery level indicator (p.30)

Volume icon

Captured date and time (p.43)

A10

Four-way controller guide

A11

Bright portion (blinks red) (p.24)

Recorded pixels (p.94)

Quality level (p.96)

White balance (p.98)

AE Metering (p.100)

Sensitivity (p.101)

Dark portion (blinks yellow) (

Shutter speed

Aperture

Histogram (p.23)

B10

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

image was shot.

* In “Normal Display

”

, A8 and A10 disappear if no operation is performed

for two seconds.

* A9 appears only when the volume is being adjusted during playback of

movies, sound files or voice memo. (p.119, p.170, p.172)

* A11 appears even when “No Info” is selected, but disappears if no operation

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

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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

SHUTTER

Green/i button X, I button I,

Using the Histogram

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

Number of pixels→

Dark portions Bright portions

←Brightness→(Dark) (Bright)

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

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) 1p.97

Understanding Brightness

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

Dark image Correct image Bright image

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

Understanding Bright and Dark Portions

When there is an area in the frame that is so bright it appears white, the indicated area blinks red as a warning. Similarly, when there is an area that is so dark it appears black, the indicated area blinks yellow as a warning.

Understanding Contrast

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

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1 Getting Started

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

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

Installing the SD Memory Card ................ 33

Turning the Camera On and Off .............. 37

Initial Settings ........................................... 39

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Attaching the Strap

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

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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

Charging the Battery

Use the supplied battery charger (D-BC78) to charge the supplied rechargeable lithium-ion battery (D-LI78) before using it in the camera for the first time or after a long period of non-use, or when the [Battery depleted] message appears. Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord, rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)”

Charging indicator While charging: Lights Charging finished: Turns off

Battery

Battery charger

Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.

Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

Place the battery in the battery charger so that the

PENTAX logo is facing up.

The charging indicator lights while the battery is charging and turns off when charging is finished.

AC plug cord

To power outlet

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Remove the battery from the battery charger when charging is finished.

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• Do not use the supplied battery charger (D-BC78) to charge batteries other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI78, as the battery charger may overheat or be damaged.

• The battery has reached the end of its service life when it starts to run

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down soon after being charged. Replace with a new battery.

• If the battery is inserted correctly but the charging indicator fails to light, the battery may be faulty. Replace with a new battery.

The time required to fully charge the battery is about 150 minutes (max.). (The charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and charging conditions.) The appropriate ambient temperature for charging the battery is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

Installing the Battery

Use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI78 that is provided with the camera. Charge the battery before using it in the camera for the first time.

Battery/Card

Battery/Card cover lock lever

cover

Battery

Open the battery/card cover.

Move the battery/card cover lock lever to the OPEN position 1 and open the battery/card cover 2.

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Using the side of the battery to press the battery/card cover lock lever in the direction of 3, insert the battery with the PENTAX logo pointing toward the lens.

Push the battery in until it is locked in place.

Make sure that the battery is inserted with the PENTAX logo pointing toward the lens. If the battery is incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result.

Close the battery/card cover.

Close the battery/card cover and move the battery/card cover lock lever to the LOCK position.

Removing the Battery

Open the battery/card cover.

Press the battery/card cover lock lever in the direction of 3 to release the battery.

The battery will be ejected. Take care not to drop the battery when removing it.

• This camera uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI78. Use of any other type of battery may damage the camera and cause malfunction.

• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result.

• Do not remove the battery while the camera is turned on.

• When storing the battery for more than 6 months, charge the battery for 30 minutes using the battery charger and store the battery separately. Be sure to recharge the battery every 6 to 12 months. Storing the battery below room temperature is ideal. Avoid storing it in high temperatures.

• The date and time may be returned to the default setting if the camera is left without the battery for a long time.

• Be careful as the camera or the battery may become hot when the camera is used continuously for a long period of time.

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• Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, Sound Recording Time, and Playback Time

(at 23°C with the display on and the battery fully charged)

Image Storage

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(flash used for 50%

210 pictures

Capacity

of shots)

Approx.

Movie Recording

Approx. 80 min. Approx. 270 min. Approx. 215 min.

Time

Sound 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 a spare battery 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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Using the AC Adapter

Use of the optional AC adapter kit (K-AC78) 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

Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the

AC adapter

DC terminal

battery/card cover.

Remove the Battery.

Refer to p.28 - p.29 on how to open/close the battery/card cover and remove the battery.

Insert the DC coupler.

Using the side of the DC coupler to press the battery/card cover lock lever, insert the DC coupler. Confirm the DC coupler is locked in place.

Extract the DC coupler cord.

Pull out the tab at the joint of the camera and the battery/card cover so that the DC coupler cord extracts from there.

Close the battery/card cover.

DC coupler

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Connect the DC terminal of the AC adapter to the DC terminal of the DC coupler.

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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 power cord connecting the AC adapter to the camera 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 “About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter” (p.2) before using the AC adapter.

• Be sure to read the operation manual accompanying the AC adapter kit K-AC78 before using the adapter.

• When connecting the AC adapter, you cannot set the camera upright on the table because the cord from the DC coupler is extracted from the bottom side of the camera. Additionally, do not place the camera with the lens facing down because the lens extends when the camera turns on. Hold the camera in your hand or use a tripod when using the AC adapter and confirming the display to take pictures, view pictures or adjust the camera settings.

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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 images and sound files are saved on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted in the camera. They are saved in the built-in memory if a card is not inserted (p.37).

• 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.174) 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 and quality level (p.36).

• 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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Battery/Card cover

SD Memory Card socket

SD Memory Card

Open the battery/card cover.

Move the battery/card cover lock lever to the OPEN position 1 and open the battery/card cover 2.

Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card socket so that the label is facing toward the front of the camera (the side with the lens).

Push the card in all the way. Images and sound may not be recorded correctly if the card is not inserted all the way.

Close the battery/card cover.

Close the battery/card cover and move the battery/card cover lock lever to the LOCK position.

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 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 or sound files 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 battery is removed while the data on the

card is being recorded or accessed.

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

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

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

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

• 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 or the Built-in Memory” (p.174). 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

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recorded pixels and the quality level 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 and quality level for still pictures on the [A Rec.Mode] menu.

Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.94 Selecting the Quality Level 1p.96

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

Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies 1p.111 Selecting the Frame Rate 1p.112

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.206).

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Turning the Camera On and Off

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Power switch

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.39 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.

Taking Pictures 1p.58

Checking the Memory Card

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

Memory status

a : The SD Memory Card is inserted.

Images and sound files will be saved on the SD Memory Card.

+: The SD Memory Card is not inserted.

Images and sound files will be saved in the built-in memory.

r : The write-protect switch on the SD

Memory Card is in the LOCK position (p.35). Images and sound cannot be recorded.

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Playback Mode

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

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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.

Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.118

Q button

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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” below to set the language, and in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.43) 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.181).

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

and Time” (1p.176).

Setting the Display Language

Four-way controller

4 button

3 button

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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

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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.43). Go to Step 3 in “To Set Hometown and DST” (p.42) if the desired settings do not

Initial Setting

English

Hometown New York

Cancel

Daylight saving time

DST

OFF

appear.

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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

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.179).

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

Time” (1p.176).

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To Set Hometown and DST

OFF

Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Hometown].

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Press the four-way controller (5).

The [Hometown] screen appears.

Initial Setting

Hometown New York

English

DST

OFF

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.

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].

Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to the month.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

Cancel

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

Cancel

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

Cancel

dd yy

24h

01/01/2008

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dd y y

24h

01/01/2008

0:00

24h

01/01/2008

0:00

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

Change the day and year in the same manner.

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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

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.181).

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

and Time” (1p.176).

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

the World Time” (1p.179).

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.204) for the video output format of each city set as the initial setting, and “Changing the Video Output Format” (p.184) for changing the setting of the video output format.

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2 Common Operations

Understanding the Button Functions .....46

Setting the Camera Functions ................. 51

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Understanding the Button Functions

A Mode

Common Operations

1 Power switch

Turns the camera on and off (p.37).

2 Shutter release button

Focuses the camera on the subject when pressed halfway in Still Picture Capture Mode (except in 3, s and \ modes) (p.59). Takes the still picture when pressed down fully (p.59). Starts and stops movie recording in C (Movie) mode (p.109). Starts and stops sound file recording in O(Voice Recording) mode (p.168).

3 I button

Switches the Face Recognition function (p.63). The Face Recognition

function is switched as follows each time the Smile Capture

Face Priority Off ´ Face Priority On

4 Zoom/w/xbutton

Changes the captured area (p.69).

button is pressed:

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5 Q button

Switches to the Q mode (p.50).

6 Four-way controller

(2) Changes the drive mode (p.81, p.82). (3) Displays the Capture Mode Palette (p.60). (4) Changes the flash mode (p.89). (5) Changes the focus mode (p.91). (23) Adjusts \ in \ mode (p.92).

7 4/W button

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

8 Green button

Switches to the 9 (Green) mode (p.67). Calls up the assigned menu (p.107).

9 3 button

Displays the [A Rec.Mode] menu (p.51).

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Q Mode

1 2

Common Operations

1 Power switch

Turns the camera on and off (p.37).

2 Shutter release button

Switches to A mode (p.50).

3 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)

4 Zoom/f/y button

Press f during single-image display to change to nine-image display. Returns to the previous display when y is pressed (p.120). Enlarges the image when y is pressed during single-image display. Returns to the previous display when f is pressed (p.128). Press f during nine-image display to change to folder or calendar display (p.121). Press y during folder display to change to the normal nine-image display (p.121). Press y during calendar display to change to the normal nine-image display (p.121). Adjusts the volume during playback of movies, sound files or voice memo (p.119, p.170, p.172).

(p.129)

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5 Q button

Switches to A mode (p.50).

6 Four-way controller

(2) Plays back and pauses a movie or sound file (p.119, p.170). (3) Displays the Playback Mode Palette (p.123).

(

) Displays the previous or next image or sound file during

(

2345

Stops a movie or sound file during playback (p.119, p.170).

single-image display (p.118). Frame forwards, frame reverses, reverses a movie and makes a movie play forwards during playback (p.119). Fast forwards, reverses, and moves to the next index in sound file playback (p.170).

) Moves the display area during zoom display (p.128).

Selects an image in nine-image display, a folder in folder display, and a date in calendar display (p.120, p.121). Moves the image when using the Frame Composite function (p.151).

7 4/W button

Changes the information on the display (p.18). Returns zoom display or nine-image display to single-image display (p.120, p.128). Changes to nine-image display of the selected folder during folder display (p.121). Changes to single-image display of the selected date during calendar display (p.121).

8 Green/i button

Switches from single-image display to the Delete screen (p.132). Switches from nine-image display to the Select & Delete screen (p.134). Switches from folder display to the calendar display screen (p.121). Switches from calendar display to the folder display screen (p.121).

9 3 button

Displays the [W Setting] menu during single-image display (p.51). Returns to single-image display during Playback Mode Palette display (p.122). Returns zoom display or nine-image display to single-image display (p.120). Changes to nine-image display of the selected folder during folder display (p.121). Changes to nine-image display of the selected date during calendar display (p.121).

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Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode

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

to as “ 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.

Common Operations

To Switch from A Mode to Q Mode

To Switch from Q Mode to A Mode

Displaying data stored in the built-in memory

When an SD Memory Card is inserted in the camera, images, movies, and sounds on the SD Memory Card are displayed. If you want to display images, movies, and sounds 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.

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

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.

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

inserted (built-in memory display)

• When you press and hold down the Q button for more than one second

in A mode, the lens retracted. After the message [Display image/sound from built-in memory] appears, images, movies and sound files stored in the built-in memory are displayed.

In the built-in memory display, you can play back still pictures (including

• enlarged display) (p.118, p.128), movies (p.119), and sounds (p.170), and switch between nine-image display, folder display, and calendar display (p.120).

• 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, movies, or sounds in the builtin 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 and sound files are displayed from the Playback Mode Palette.

Operating the Menus

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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During recording During playback

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The setting is complete and the camera returns to mode

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Setting

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Exit

1/3

Setting

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Exit

SHUTTER

Rec.Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity

Exit

Rec.Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity

Exit

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AWB

Auto

1/3

AWB

Auto

Format Sound Date Adjust World Time

Folder Name

Format Sound Date Adjust World Time

Folder Name

Press halfway

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Available button operations appear on the display during menu operation.

The setting is complete and the camera returns to

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

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

Press the four-way controller (3).

The frame moves to [Recorded Pixels].

Press the four-way controller (3).

Rec.Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity

Exit

The frame moves to [Quality Level].

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

Rec.Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity

Exit

Storage Capacity

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity

Cancel

AWB

Auto

AWB

Auto

1/3

Common Operations

1/3

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.

Common Operations

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.199) 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

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

Item Description Page

Recorded Pixels

Quality Level For choosing the quality level of still pictures p.96

White Balance

Focusing Area For changing the area of the autofocus p.93

AE Metering

Sensitivity For setting the sensitivity p.101 EV Compensation For adjusting the overall brightness of the picture p.97

Recorded Pixels Frame Rate Color Mode For choosing a color mode for movies p.113

Movie

Movie SR

Blink Detection

Digital Zoom Instant Review For setting the Instant Review time p.103

Memory

Green Button

Sharpness For choosing sharp or soft outlines p.104 Saturation For setting the color saturation p.105 Contrast For setting the image contrast level p.105

Date Imprint

For choosing the number of recorded pixels of still pictures

For adjusting the color balance according to the lighting conditions

For setting the area of the screen that is metered to determine the exposure

For choosing the number of recorded pixels of movies p.111 For setting the frame rate (number of frames per second)

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 worked

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 assigning a function to the Green button in A mode

For choosing whether to imprint the date and/or time when taking still pictures

p.94

p.98

p.100

p.112

p.114

p.102

p.70

p.115

p.108

p.106

Common Operations

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• Use the 9 (Green) mode to enjoy easy picture-taking using standard settings, regardless of the settings in the [A Rec.Mode] menu (p.67).

• Assigning frequently used functions to the Green button enables you to go straight to the menu item (p.107).

[W Setting] Menu

Item Description Page

Format For formatting the SD Memory Card p.174

Common Operations

Sound

Date Adjust For adjusting the date and time p.176

World Time For setting the Hometown and Destination p.179

Language/

Folder Name

USB Connection

Video Out For setting the output format to the AV equipment p.184

Brightness Level For changing the brightness of the display p.185

Power Saving

Auto Power Off

Quick Zoom

Reset

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 and sound files

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 choosing whether to use the Quick Zoom function (p.128) when playing back images

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

p.175

p.181

p.182

p.183

p.186

p.187

p.188

p.190

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Taking Still Pictures .................................. 58

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

Recording Movies ................................... 109

Saving the Settings (Memory) ............... 115

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The Optio M60 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).

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Power switch Shutter release button

Zoom/w/xbutton

Press the power switch.

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.

When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.63).

You can change the captured area by pressing

w/x

the Zoom/

button to the left or right (p.69).

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

captured by the camera.

Focus frame

Face recognition 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 one second (Instant Review) and is saved to the SD Memory Card or the built-in memory (p.60).

Press the Green button to switch to the 9 (Green) mode and let the camera set all the shooting functions automatically (p.67).

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 red.

Press fully

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

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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

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• Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background)

Instant Review

The image appears on the display for one second (Instant Review) immediately after it is captured. You can change the Instant Review time (p.103). When you press the i button during Instant Review, a confirmation dialog appears. Use the four-way controller (23), select [Delete] and press the 4 button to delete the image.

Blink Detection

If the camera detects that the subject’s eyes are closed while the Face Recognition (p.63) is activated, the message [Closed eyes have been detected.] appears during Instant Review.

• Even when Instant Review is set shorter than [3sec], the message [Closed eyes have been detected.] appears for 3 seconds.

• When the Face Recognition function (p.63) does not work, Blink Detection also does not function. Even if the subject’s faces are recognized, Blink Detection does not function depending on the condition of the recognized faces.

• You can also disable Blink Detection function (p.102).

Setting the Shooting Mode

The Optio M60 has a variety of shooting modes that let you take pictures or record movies and sound in different situations simply by choosing the

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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

Landscape

(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.

For capturing landscape views. The camera focuses on a wide range.

Cancel

Cancel OK

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• In shooting modes other than R, A, C, c, g, O, X and F,

saturation, contrast, sharpness, white balance, etc. are automatically set to the optimal settings for the selected mode.

• 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.192).

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There are 24 available shooting modes.

Shooting Mode Description Page

Auto Picture Automatically selects the best capture mode. p.65

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

Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent image shake.

For portraits in night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent image shake.

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

For capturing landscape views. The camera focuses on a wide range.

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

For capturing portraits. Makes the skin tone brighter and look healthy.

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

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

Higher sensitivity reduces blur. p.71

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

For capturing pets in motion. Select the color of the pet's coat.

For capturing food. Saturation is higher to make it look appetizing.

For capturing fireworks. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent image shake.

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

For recording sound. Do not cover the microphone with your hands.

Adjusts color & brightness to reproduce skin more beautifully than Portrait.

For taking clear pictures of text in color or B/W, normal or reversed.

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Program

Night Scene

Portrait

Half-length

Portrait

Movie For capturing movies. Sound is also recorded. p.109

Landscape

Flower

Portrait

Surf & Snow

Sport

Digital SR (Blur

Reduction)

Kids

Pet

Food

Fireworks

Frame Composite

Voice Recording

Natural Skin Tone

Candlelight For capturing scenes in candlelight. p.71

Text

p.66

p.71

p.73

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p.73

p.76

p.74

p.75

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p.71

p.79

p.168

p.73

p.78

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Digital Wide Composites two images to capture a wider area. p.84

Digital Panorama

For capturing blog images and the like. Recorded pixels fixed at 640x480.

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

Using the Face Recognition Function

With the Optio M60, the Face Recognition function is available with all shooting modes except O (Voice Recording) mode. 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.64).

• 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 the multiple faces

are recognized

Main frame White

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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), R (Kids) or V (Natural Skin Tone) 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), R (Kids) or V (Natural Skin Tone) 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 you aim the camera at the subject, the selected shooting mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.

Standard Night Scene Night Scene Portrait

Landscape Flower Portrait

Sport Candlelight

When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.63).

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.

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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) or c (Auto + Red-eye), the flash mode automatically changes

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to a (Flash Off).

• When the drive mode is set to j (Continuous Shooting) or K (HS Cont. 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.106) 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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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) Sensitivity Auto Drive Mode 9 (Standard) EV Compensation ±0.0 Focus Mode = (Standard) Blink Detection O (On) Face Recognition On Digital Zoom O (On) Information Display Normal Instant Review Recorded Pixels Quality Level D (Better) Saturation G (Normal) White Balance F (Auto) Contrast G (Normal) Focusing Area J (Multiple) Date Imprint Off AE Metering L (Multi-segment

N (3648×2736)

metering)

Sharpness G (Normal)

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Shutter release button

Green button

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.63).

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.

• Assign 9 mode to the [Green Button] on the [A Rec.Mode] for using 9 mode (p.107). (The default setting is 9 mode).

•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

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28. 5 x

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

28.5 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 5× 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

N Not Available (5× optical zoom only)

6 Approx. 5.9× f Approx. 7.0× h Approx. 8.9×

M Approx. 9.5×

l Approx. 17.8× m

Intelligent Zoom Digital Zoom

Equivalent to approx.

Approx. 28.5×

(Same as 28.5×

Digital Zoom)

28.5×

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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.

• Intelligent Zoom is not available under the following conditions:

- when the recorded pixels is set to N (5× 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.

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

EV Compensation Movie Blink Detection Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory

Exit

2/3

0.0

1sec

The camera returns to capture status.

Saving the Digital Zoom Function setting 1p.115

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/ Night Scene Portrait/Digital SR (Blur Reduction)/ Fireworks/Candlelight Mode)

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

Night Scene

Night Scene Portrait

Digital SR (Blur Reduction) Higher sensitivity reduces blur.

Fireworks

Candlelight For capturing scenes in candlelight.

Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent image shake.

For portraits in night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent image shake.

For capturing fireworks. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent image shake.

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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 A, B, c, S or U.

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.63).

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.81).

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

•In S mode, the sensitivity is fixed at its minimum setting.

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(Half-length Portrait), P (Portrait) and V (Natural Skin Tone) modes are suitable for taking pictures of people. Face Recognition (p.63) operates for each shooting mode, making it easier to emphasize the subject’s face when taking pictures.

Half-length Portrait

Portrait

Natural Skin Tone

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select O, P or V 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.63). 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. Makes the skin tone brighter and look healthy.

Adjusts color & brightness to reproduce skin more beautifully than Portrait.

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.

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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.63) 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.

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.63).

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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 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.

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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.

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Press the 4 button.

The Pet 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).

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. 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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Sport

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

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

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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 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.63).

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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Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode)

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This mode allows you to take clear pictures of written text. This is convenient for capturing a digital copy of an important document or enhancing legibility of small print.

Color Maintains original colored text.

Neg. Color Reverses colored text.

B & W Turns colored text into black and white.

Neg. B & W Turns colored text into reversed black and white.

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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 c.

Press the 4 button.

The Text mode selection screen appears.

Cancel

Use the four-way controller (23) to select c, d, c or d.

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Press the 4 button.

The desired text 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).

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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In g (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

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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 g and press the 4 button.

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

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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.

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.63).

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 g mode, recorded pixels is fixed at h (2048 × 1536).

• At shipment, the camera includes 3 default frames and 77 optional frames built-in. (The CD-ROM supplied with the camera contains a total of 80 frames, including the default frames.)

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Optional Frames

The optional frames are stored in the built-in memory in the Optio M60. 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-SW81) supplied with the camera (p.153).

Adding a Frame to a captured image 1p.151

Using the Self-timer

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

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.

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D r i ve Mode

S e l f-timer

O K

C a n cel

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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.63).

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.

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.

Drive Mode

Self-timer

Cancel

Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/HS Cont. Shooting Mode)

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

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.

Recorded pixels is fixed at f (2592×1944) and up to four frames are taken continuously.

Continuous Shooting

HS Cont. Shooting

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Shutter release

O K

C a n cel

D r i ve Mode

C o n tinuous S ho o t i n g

button

Four-way controller 4 button

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

Use the four-way controller (45) to select j or K 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 and K modes.

• j and K cannot be selected in 9 (Green), C (Movie),

S (Fireworks), g (Frame Composite), O (Voice Recording), X (Digital Wide) or F (Digital Panorama) mode.

Drive Mode

Continuous Shooting

Cancel

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•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 and Quality Level settings.

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

• When the Face Recognition is activated (p.63), 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.

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Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode)

In X (Digital Wide) mode, you can stitch two captured images into a single frame up to approx. 28mm coverage (35mm film equivalent).

Taking Pictures

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

The Capture Mode Palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (

Press the 4 button.

The camera enters the X mode. Turn the camera 90º counterclockwise and align your first picture. When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and the face recognition frame appears (p.63).

2345

Zoom/w/x button

4 button Four-way controller

Green button 3 button

) to select X.

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E x i t

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 first captured image is temporarily saved, and the shooting screen for the second image is displayed.

Exit

Take the second image.

Overlap the image on the preview guide on the left of the screen to compose the second image. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to take the second image. The stitched first and second image appears on the display for one second (Instant Review), and then saved to the built-in memory or the SD Memory Card.

• To minimize distortion when taking the second image, 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 image on the preview guide.

• When the Face Recognition is activated (p.63), it works only when taking the first image.

• The number of recorded pixels for images captured with X mode is fixed at f (2592 × 1944).

Taking Pictures

To Cancel after Taking the First Shot

When the shooting screen for the second image is displayed in Step 5, press the 4 button or the fourway controller (3).

A confirmation dialog appears.

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Sav e the i mage( s) an d

exi t thi s scree n?

O K

Use the four-way controller (23) to select an option and press the 4 button.

Save: Saves the first image and you

can retake the first shot. The first image is saved in h (2048 ×

1536). Discard: Discards the first image and you can retake the first shot. Cancel: Returns to the shooting screen for the second image.

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Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama

Save the image(s) and

exit this screen?

Save

Discard

Cancel

Mode)

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

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 F.

Press the 4 button.

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

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Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the direction in which the images will be joined.

The screen for taking the first frame is displayed.

Set shift direction

When the camera recognizes a face, the Face Recognition function is activated and

the face recognition frame appears (p.63).

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 semi-

1 2

transparent image and the actual view overlap and press the shutter release button.

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Exit2nd frame

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Sav e the i mage( s) an d

exi t thi s scree n?

O K

Take the third frame.

Repeat Steps 5 to 7 to take the third frame. The panorama stitching starts and a stitched image appears. The stitched image does not appear when the Instant Review (p.60, p.103) is off.

• 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

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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.63), it works only when taking the first frame.

To Cancel after Taking the First or Second Frame

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 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.

Auto + Red-eye

Flash On + Red-eye

Soft Flash

• The flash does not discharge (a) in C (Movie) or S (Fireworks) mode, or when the drive mode is set to j (Continuous Shooting) or K (HS Cont. 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 , and c.

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

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 automatically.

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

This mode reduces the intensity of the flash so that the flash is not too bright even when fired at close range. The flash discharges regardless of the light conditions.

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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 c (Auto + Red-eye) or 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.150).

Saving the Flash Mode setting 1p.115

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

Manual Focus This mode lets you adjust the focus manually.

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).

(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).

Four-way controller 4 button

Focus Mode

Standard

Cancel

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Press the 4 button.

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

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

F o c us Mode

M a n ual Foc us

O K

C a n cel

•In S (Fireworks) mode, the focus mode is fixed at s.

• 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

∞ (Infinity).

Saving the Focus Mode setting 1p.115

To Set the Manual Focus

Taking Pictures

The procedure for setting the focus manually (\) is described below.

Press the four-way controller (5) in A mode.

Use the four-way controller (5) to select \.

Press the 4 button.

The central portion of the image is

Focus Mode

Manual Focus

magnified on the display to full screen.

Cancel

Press the four-way controller (23).

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

guide.

2 for distant focus

\ indicator

3 for closer focus

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Press the 4 button.

The focus is fixed and the camera returns to capture status. After the focus is fixed, you can press the four-way controller (5) again to display the \ bar and readjust the focus.

Shooting mode and drive mode cannot be changed while the \ bar is displayed.

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

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.

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

Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

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

Press the 4 button.

The setting is saved.

Rec.Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity

Cancel

AWB

1/3

AUTO

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Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

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

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

• If you change the [Focusing Area] setting frequently, you can save time by assigning it to the Green button (p.108).

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Selecting the Recorded Pixels

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. The file size also varies depending on the quality level setting (p.96). Refer to the table on the next page for the appropriate settings according to use.

Recorded Pixels Use

N 3648×2736

6 3072×2304 f 2592×1944 h 2048×1536

M 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.

For a natural feeling of expansiveness with the same

Clearer

aspect ratio as HDTV.

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

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

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) to change the number of recorded pixels.

Press the 4 button.

The setting is saved.

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

Storage Capacity

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity

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640

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• 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 g (Frame Composite) is fixed at h.

• The number of recorded pixels for images captured in c (Digital SR (Blur Reduction)) or X (Digital Wide) mode is fixed at f. (The number of recorded pixels will be h if you exit the Digital Wide mode without taking the second picture.)

• If you change the [Recorded Pixels] setting frequently, you can save time by assigning it to the Green button (p.108).

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Selecting the Quality Level

You can select the quality (compression rate) of still pictures. The more stars, the lower the compression rate and the clearer the picture, but the file size becomes larger. The recorded pixels setting also affects the file size (p.94). Refer to the following table for the appropriate settings according to use.

C Best Lowest compression rate. Suitable for photo prints.

D Better

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E Good

The default setting is D (Better).

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

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

Press the four-way controller (5).

A pull-down menu appears.

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

Standard compression rate. Suitable for viewing the image on a computer.

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

Storage Capacity

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering Sensitivity

Cancel

Auto

Press the 4 button.

The setting is saved.

Press the 3 button.

The camera returns to capture status.

If you change the [Quality Level] setting frequently, you can save time by assigning it to the Green button (p.108).

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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.

• When the histogram is displayed in Still Picture Capture/Playback mode, bright portions and dark portions are indicated on the display, enabling you to check the exposure (p.23).

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

• If you change the [EV Compensation] setting frequently, you can save time by assigning it to the Green button (p.108).

Rec.Mode

EV Compensation Movie

Blink Detection Digital Zoom Instant Review Memory

Exit

0.0

1sec

2/3

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Saving the EV Compensation Value setting 1p.115

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Adjusting the White Balance

C a n cel

A u t o

O K

You can take pictures in natural colors by adjusting the white balance according to the light conditions at the time of shooting.

Auto The camera adjusts the white balance automatically.

Daylight Use this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight.

Shade Use this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade.

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Tungsten Light

Fluores. Light

Manual Use this mode when adjusting the white balance manually.

• Set another white balance if you are not satisfied with the color

balance of pictures taken with the white balance set to F.

• Depending on the selected shooting mode, the white balance setting may not be changed. Refer to “Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode” (p.192) for details.

Press the 3 button in A mode.

The [A Rec.Mode] menu appears.

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

Press the four-way controller (5).

The [White Balance] screen appears.

Use this mode when taking pictures under electric or other tungsten light.

Use this mode when taking pictures under fluorescent light.

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

You can check the results of available white balance settings on the preview image each time you press the four-way controller (23).

White Balance

Auto

Cancel

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Pentax Optio M60 Operating Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY

Care to be Taken During Handling

Contents

Composition of the Operating Manual

Camera Features

Checking the Contents of the Package

Names of Parts

Names of Operating Parts

Monitor Indications

Attaching the Strap

Powering the Camera

Charging the Battery

Installing the Battery

Using the AC Adapter

Installing the SD Memory Card

Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory Card

Turning the Camera On and Off

Playback Mode

Initial Settings

Setting the Display Language

Setting the Date and Time

Understanding the Button Functions

Setting the Camera Functions

Operating the Menus

Menu List

Taking Still Pictures

Taking Pictures

Setting the Shooting Mode

Using the Face Recognition Function

Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings (Program Mode)

Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode)

Using the Zoom

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night Scene/ Night Scene Portrait/Digital SR (Blur Reduction)/ Fireworks/Candlelight Mode)

Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode)

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode)

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

Taking Pictures of Text (Text Mode)

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode)

Using the Self-timer

Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/HS Cont. Shooting Mode)

Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode)

Setting the Shooting Functions

Selecting the Flash Mode

Selecting the Focus Mode

Selecting the Recorded Pixels

Selecting the Quality Level

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)

Adjusting the White Balance