To ensure the best performance from
your camera, please read the Operating
Manual before using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Digital Camera.
Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most
out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a
valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using 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 even 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 LCD display is manufactured using
extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is
99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may
not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no
effect on the recorded image.
Regarding trademarks
• PENTAX, Optio and smc PENTAX are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.
• The SD logo is a trademark.
• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owners.
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.
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.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD
monitor in this manual are different form the actual product.
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA
Sufficient attention has been paid to the safety of this product but please
pay particular attention to the warnings indicated by the following
symbols during use.
Warning
Caution
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.
• 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.
• 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 memory card is accidentally swallowed.
• 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 or
disconnect the AC adapter and contact your nearest PENTAX service
center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.
These symbols indicate that it is possible that the user
may experience serious difficulties if the warnings are
not heeded.
These symbols indicate that it is possible that the user
may experience minor or middling difficulties or
physical difficulties if the warnings are not heeded.
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Caution
• Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the
battery in fire, as it may explode.
• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The
battery could explode or catch fire. The batteries that can be used in this
camera, only the Ni-MH battery can be recharged.
• 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 of the battery leakage should come in contact with your eyes, do not
rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention
immediately.
• If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with skin or clothes,
wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Remove the 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.
Handling precautions for batteries
• This camera uses two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA Ni-MH, AA nickel
manganese batteries or one CR-V3 battery. Do not use batteries other
than those specified here. Using some other type of battery may cause the
camera to function poorly, or the batteries may rupture or cause a fire.
• AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA nickel manganese and CR-V3 batteries cannot
be recharged. Do not try to take the batteries apart. The batteries may
rupture or leak if you try to charge them or take them apart.
• Do not replace the batteries with batteries that are different brands, types
or capacities. Also, do not combine old batteries with new ones. Doing so
may cause the batteries to rupture or cause a fire.
• Do not insert the batteries with the positive (+) and negative (-) poles in the
wrong orientation. Doing so may cause the batteries to rupture or cause a
fire.
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About the AC Adapter
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.
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Care to be Taken During Handling
• Take the international warranty card with you when you travel abroad.
Also take the Worldwide Service Network 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 exchangeable. The lens is not removable.
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or
benzene.
• Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular
care should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot
inside.
• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should be
avoided. Remove from case and store in a well-ventilated place to prevent
the camera from becoming moldy during storage.
• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or any
other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant.
• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks
or pressure. Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the
camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, or ship, etc.
• 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 high temperatures 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.
• Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, salt, etc.
as this may cause damage to the camera. If rain or drops of water get onto
the camera, please wipe dry.
• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.22) regarding
the SD Memory Card.
• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. 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 LCD monitor.
• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten
the screw in the tripod socket on the camera.
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Contents
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA .............................................1
Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................4
This operating manual contains the following chapters.
1 Getting Started –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
This chapter expla ins what you need to do after pu rchasing the camera before you start
taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.
This chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images. Use it if
you want to start taking pictures straightaway.
3 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 “Taking Pictures”,
“Recording and Playback”, “Playback/Deleting/Editing” and “Settings” chapters.
This chapter explains how to view images on the camera or on a TV, how to delete and
resize images, and how to print images by connecting the camera directly to a printer.
Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other
end through the loop.
1
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Powering the Camera
1
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2
1
22
(when using AA batteries)
(when using a CR-V3 battery)
Installing the Batteries
Insert the batteries in the camera. Use two AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA
Ni-MH, or AA nickel manganese batteries or one CR-V3 battery.
1Open the battery cover.
Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow and
flip the cover open .
2
2Insert the batteries according to the (+) and (–)
indicators on the battery chamber.
3
Close the battery cover and slide it back into place to lock it.
If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC
adapter D-AC5 (optional) is recommended. (p.18)
• AA alkaline, AA lithium, AA nickel manganese and CR-V3 batteries are not
rechargeable.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries when the camera is
turned on.
• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries,
otherwise the batteries may leak.
• The “Battery depleted” error message may appear when you turn on the power
after purchasing the camera or after replacing the batteries if the batteries had
been removed for a long time. However, this is not an error. Wait a short period
and then turn the power switch on again, the power should come on normally.
If this happens, the date and time, recorded pixels and other settings may be
initialized, reset the various settings according to the procedures in “Setting the
Shooting Functions” (p.65 to 81) and “Camera Settings” (p.116 to 129).
• Insert the batteries correctly. If the batteries are incorrectly oriented,
malfunction may result. Also, carefully clean the batteries’ terminals.
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1
1
• Number of Recordable Images and Playback Time
(at 23°C with new batteries)
The following shows the number of shots and playback time possible
when using various batteries.
Battery Type
CR-V3370 pictures450 minutes
AA Ni-MH batteries230 pictures250 minutes
AA nickel manganese batteries
AA alkaline batteries30 pictures50 minutes
*1 The image storage capacity is a guideline based on CIPA standard measurement
conditions, and may vary depending on actual shooting conditions of use.
(Measuring conditions: LCD monitor is on, 50% flash use, 23°C.)
*2 The playback times are a guideline based on PENTAX measuring conditions and
may vary depending on the actual shooting conditions of use.
• In general, battery performance temporarily deteriorates as the temperature
decreases. When using the camera in a cold environment, keep it warm by
putting it in your pocket or inside your coat. Battery performance that has
deteriorated due to low temperature will be restored when the battery is
returned to room temperature.
• Due to the characteristics of AA alkaline batteries, camera performance may
deteriorate. AA alkaline battery is not recommended except for emergencies.
• Due to the characteristics of AA alkaline and AA nickel manganese
batteries, camera performance may deteriorate at low temperatures. Use of
other batteries (such as CR-V3) is recommended when using the camera at
low temperatures.
• Be sure to take spare batteries with you when traveling abroad or to a cold
region, or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.
Image Storage Capacity
(using the flash for 50% of shots)
90 pictures180 minutes
*1
Playback Time*2
• Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level by the # symbol on the LCD monitor.
#
(lit green): Adequate power remains.
↓
$
(lit yellow): Battery is running very low.
↓
%
(lit red): Battery is exhausted.
↓
[Battery Depleted]: The camera will turn off after the message appears.
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When using AA nickel manganese batteries, the battery strength may not be
properly displayed due to the characteristics of this kind of battery. The battery
level indicator may show # even after using the batteries for a long time. The
camera also may turn off, without warning while the battery level indicator still
shows #.
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DC terminal
AC adapter
1
Getting Started
1
3
To power outlet
2
∗
AC power cable
Using the AC Adapter (optional)
If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the
camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC5 is recommended.
1Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the
terminal cover.
2Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC
input terminal on the camera.
3Connect the AC power cable to the AC adapter.
4Plug the AC power cable into the power outlet.
• Make sure that the camera is turned off when connecting or
disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Make sure that the AC power cable and connecting cable are inserted
securely. The data may be lost if the cable becomes disconnected
while you are taking pictures.
• If the terminal cover on the camera gets caught in the grooves of the
DC terminal (indicated by ∗ in the illustration), the DC terminal may
become disconnected. Take care that the grooves on the DC terminal
are not in a position to catch on the terminal cover when using the AC
adapter.
• To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock when using the AC adapter,
be sure to read “FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA” (p.1).
• Be sure to read the operation manual accompanying the AC adapter
D-AC5 before using the adapter.
• The batteries inside the camera cannot be recharged by connecting
the AC adapter.
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Using the AC Adapter Overseas
AC adapter D-AC5 (optional) is designed to switch automatically to the
voltage (100-240V) and frequency (50Hz, 60Hz) of the electricity supply
in the country or region where used.
However, electrical socket shapes differ depending on the country or
region. Before traveling abroad, you are advised to check the socket
shape in your destination (see “Main Socket Types in the Major
Countries and Regions of the World” (p.20)) and take an appropriately
shaped adapter plug with you.
The socket shape does not affect the charging method.
Adapter plug
• Use of an off-the-shelf transformer may lead to defective operation.
• Unplug the adapter plug from the power outlet when the battery
charging stand is not in use.
TypeABBFCS
Shape
Adapter
plug
—
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Main Socket Types in the Major Countries and Regions of the
World
Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Ukraine, Austria,
Netherlands, Kazakhstan, Greece, Sweden,
Denmark, Germany, Nor way, Hungary, Finland,
France, Belarus, Belgium, Rumania, Russia
U.K.99
Spain99
Switzerland, Poland, Portugal99
Sri Lanka, Maldives 9
Nepal, Bangladesh, Mongolia9
Vietnam99
India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Macau99
Thailand999
Korea999
Philippines999
Singapore, Hong Kong99
China99999
Malaysia999
Guam9
Tahiti9
Colombia, Jamaica, Haiti, Panama, Bahamas,
Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Mexico
Brazil, Peru99
Chile99
Argentina999
Kuwait99
Jordan99
Kenya, South Africa99
Algeria999
Egypt999
Zambia, Tanzania99
ABBFCS
9
9
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Installing the SD Memory Card
1
Card cover
This camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images are recorded
on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted ( appears on the LCD
monitor) or in the built-in memory if no card is inserted ( appears on
the LCD monitor). Make sure that the camera is turned off before
inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.
2
SD Memory Card
1Press down on the card cover release lever in the
direction indicated by the arrow.
Lift your finger, and the card cover opens.
2Insert the SD Memory Card so the label is facing toward
the LCD monitor and push the card in until it clicks.
3Close the card cover.
To remove the card, eject the card by pressing it in the direction
indicated by the arrow and pull it out.
The number of recordable images varies depending on the capacity of
the SD Memory Card or built-in memory and the selected image size and
quality. (1p.24)
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Be sure to format unused cards or cards that have been used on another
camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in
Memory” (p.116) for instructions on formatting.
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Data Backup
Very occasionally, malfunction of the camera may cause data stored in the built-in
memory to become unreadable. As a backup measure, we recommend that you
download important data to a PC or store the data in a media other than the built-in
memory.
1
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Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card
• Make sure that the camera is turned off before opening or closing the card
cover.
• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch.
Setting the switch to [LOCK] protects the existing data by
prohibiting recording of new data, deletion of existing data or
formatting of the card.
Y appears on the LCD monitor
when the card is write-protected.
• Care should be taken if you remove the SD Memory Card immediately after
using the camera, as the card may be hot.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being
recorded on the card, images or voice memos are being played back, or the
camera is connected to a PC 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. PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted
(1) when the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
(2) when the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical
interference.
(3) when the card has not been used for a long time.
(4) when the card is ejected, the AC adapter is disconnected or the batteries
are removed while the data on the card is being recorded or accessed.
• The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. If it is not used for a long time,
the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to make a backup of
important data on a PC.
• 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 memory cards, visit the PENTAX website or
contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center.
Write-protect switch
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Recorded Pixels and Quality
Choose the number of recorded pixels and quality best suited to your
purpose.
Higher quality levels and numbers of recorded pixels produce clearer
images for printing, but the resulting increase in data volume reduces the
total number of pictures that can be taken.
Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level on
the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.68
Selecting the Quality Level 1p.69
Selecting the Image Quality 1p.70
Appropriate Number of Recorded Pixels According to Use
2304×1728
2048×1536
1600×1200
1024×7680
640×480
The default setting is 2304×1728.
Appropriate Quality According to Use
C
BestLowest compression rate. Suitable for photo prints.
D
Better
EGood
The default setting is D (Better).
High quality photo printing, A4 size or larger prints, editing
or creating images etc.
Postcard size prints
Use on the Internet/e-mail, etc.
Higher quality
Standard compression rate. Suitable for viewing the image
on a computer screen.
Highest compression rate. Suitable for attaching to e-mails
or creating websites.
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Appropriate Quality According to Use (Auto Select Mode)
Superior
(4MB: 2304×1728 C)
Super
(4MB: 2304×1728 D)
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Normal
(3MB: 2048×1536 D)
Economy
(0.3MB: 640×480 D)
The default setting is Super.
The number of recorded pixels and quality are set together in - (Auto
Select) mode. (1p.70)
High quality photo printing, A4 size or larger
prints, editing or creating images etc.
Higher quality
Postcard size prints
Use on the Internet/e-mail, etc.
Approximate Number of Recordable Images by Size and Quality
• The above table is based on standard shooting conditions specified by
PENTAX and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, capture
mode, SD Memory Card, etc.
C
Best
62113166
104178250
5007821043
D
Better
Good
E
Movie
(320
×240)
9 min. 12 sec.
(15 fps)
4 min. 45 sec.
(30 fps)
2 h. 13 min.
Sound
11 min.
Sound
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Turning the Camera On and Off
Power switch
Q Playback button
1
Press the power switch.
The camera turns on.
The lens cover opens and the lens extends when the camera is turned
on.
2Press the power switch again.
The camera turns off.
Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode
1p.44
Taking Pictures 1p.44
The “Battery depleted” error message may appear when you turn on the power after
purchasing the camera or after replacing the batteries if the batteries had been
removed for a long time. However, this is not an error. Wait a short period and then
turn the power switch on again, the power should come on normally. If this happens,
the date and time, recorded pixels and other settings may have been initialized, reset
the various settings according to the procedures in “Setting the Shooting Functions”
(p.65 to 81) and “Camera Settings” (p.116 to 129).
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Power switch
Mode Dial
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QPlayback button
Playback Only Mode
When the camera is turned on in the Playback Only mode, the lens does
not extend. Use this mode when you want to immediately play back
images or audio data without shooting pictures. The mode does not
switch to Capture mode even if the shutter release button is pressed.
1Press the power switch while pressing the Q Playback
button.
The camera turns on in the Playback Only mode. The lens does not extend.
• To switch from Playback Only mode to Capture mode, press the power
switch to turn the camera off, then press it again to turn it on.
• In the Playback Only mode, is displayed when playing back images.
• In the Capture mode, pressing and holding the Playback button for two
seconds or more switches the mode to the Playback mode, and the
lens is retracted. The Playback mode is different from the Playback
Only mode, pressing the Playback or shutter release buttons again, or
turning the mode dial switches the mode to the Capture mode.
Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.90
Q
ONLY
Voice Recording Only Mode
Voice Recording Only mode is for recording sound only. The lens does
not extend in this mode.
You can use the camera as a voice recorder.
1Set the mode dial to O and press the power switch.
The camera turns on in Voice Recording Only mode. The lens does not extend.
When the mode dial is turned in Voice Recording Only mode, the lens
extends and the camera switches to capture status.
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Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) 1p.84
Initial Setting
O K
E x i t
After purchasing the camera, before using it for the first time set the
language, date and time.
Power switch
Four-way controller
OK button
MENU button
Setting the Display Language
You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are
displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian,
Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional and simplified) and Japanese.
1Turn the camera on.
2Use the four-way controller (45)
to choose the display language.
The default setting is English.
3Press four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [City].
Initial Setting
City
DST
MENU
Exit
Exit
English
NYC
OK
OK
OK
4Use four-way controller (45) to choose the desired city.
5Press four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time).
6Use four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or
P (Off).
7Press the OK button.
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The Date Adjust screen appears (see next page). Continue with the
date settings.
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If you have set the wrong language by mistake, use the following
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
procedure to reset the language.
1Press the MENU button twice.
2Press the four-way controller (5)
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twice.
3Press the four-way controller (23)
to choose the [Language/].
Format
Sound
Date Adjust
World Time
Screen Setting
MENU
Exit
Exit
4Use the four-way controller (45) to
choose the display language.
5Press the OK button.
The language is reset, and the screen switches to the Caputure mode.
The date and time settings are not finished yet, set them following the
procedure on (p.118) “Changing the Date and Time”.
Setting the Date and Time
Set the current date and time and the display style.
1Press the four-way controller (23),
to select the date display style.
2Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to [24H].
Date Adjust
Date Style
MENU
Exit
Exit
Date Adjust
Date Style
3Press the four-way controller (23),
to select the time display style.
Select [12H] to display the time in a 12 hour
format, or select [24] to display the time in a
24 hour format.
4Press the four-way controller (5).
The frame moves to month.
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MENU
Exit
Exit
Date Adjust
Date Style
MENU
Exit
Exit
Set-up
mm/dd/yy
English
OK
mm/dd/yy
01
012005
//
:
0000
OK
mm/dd/yy
01
012005
//
:
0000
OK
mm/dd/yy
01
012005
//
:
AM
1200
OK
On
Off
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
24H
24H
12H
5Press the four-way controller (23) to change the month.
Set the day and year in the same manner. (Pressing the four-way
controller (4) moves the frame to the previous item.)
If you select [12H] in step 3, the setting switches between AM and PM
corresponding to the time.
6Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take pictures.
• When you finish the settings and press the OK button, the camera
clock is reset to 00 seconds.
• To set the exact time, press the OK button when the time signal
(on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds.
The initial setting is completed. The Initial Setting screen will not appear when you use
the camera next time.
• When the Initial Setting or Date Adjust screen is displayed, you can
cancel the setting operation and switch to Capture mode by pressing
the MENU button. In this case, the Initial Setting or Date Adjust screen
will appear next time you turn the camera on.
• You can change the settings after they have been made. Refer to the
following pages for operation procedures.
[Language]: “Changing the Display Language” (p.124)
[City] [DST]: “Setting the World Time” (p.120)
[Time]: “Changing the Date and Time” (p.118)
• [Video Output Format] is automatically set corresponding to the
display language setting as shown in the table below. If the format of
your region is different, reset the setting following the instruction
“Changing the Video Output Format” (p.125).
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LanguageVideo Output
JapaneseNTSC
EnglishNTSC
French (Français)PAL
German (Deutsch)PAL
Spanish (Español)PAL
Italian (Italiano)PAL
Traditional Chinese ()PAL
Simplified Chinese ()PAL
Russian ()PAL
Korean ()NTSC
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Quick Start
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0 6 /1 0/ 20 0 5
Taking Still Pictures
Shutter release button
2
Quick Start
Power switch
DISPLAY button
i Delete button
LCD monitor
Zoom/f/y button
The standard procedure for taking still pictures is described below. The
flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions.
1Press the power switch.
The camera turns on.
2Set the mode dial to R.
3
Check the image on the LCD monitor.
The focus frame in the middle of the LCD
monitor indicates the zone of automatic
focusing. You can change the captured area
by pressing the Zoom/w/x button.
x : enlarges the subject.
w : enlarges the area captured by the camera.
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Be sure to check the focusing area on the LCD monitor.
4Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus.
5Press the shutter release button fully.
The image appears on the LCD monitor for 0.5 second (Instant
Review) and is recorded on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in
memory. The green and red lamps on the upper part of the back of the
camera blink alternately while the image is being recorded.
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Using the Shutter Release Button
The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.
Press halfway
The focus and exposure are locked when the shutter release button is
pressed lightly (halfway). The shutter speed and aperture settings only
appear on the LCD monitor when the shutter release button is pressed
halfway. The following information is indicated on the LCD monitor and
by the focus status and flash status lamps when the shutter release
button is pressed halfway.
1. Focus frame
The focus frame lights green at the focus position if the subject is in
focus. The frame does not appear if the subject is out of focus.
2. Status lamps
Focus status lamp (green)Flash status lamp (red)
LitSubject is in focusFlash is charged
BlinksSubject is out of focusFlash is charging
Pictures cannot be taken while the flash is charging.
Press down fully
Press the shutter release button all the way down (fully) to take a picture.
[Poor focusing conditions]
The camera may not be able to focus under the following conditions. In
this case, lock the focus on an object the same distance away as the
subject (by pressing 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 same picture
• Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background)
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Instant Review
The Instant Review default setting is 0.5 second. When the display time
is set to one second or longer, you can delete the image by pressing the
i Delete button in the instant review display, selecting [Delete] when the
[Delete] menu appears and pressing the OK button. (
Setting the Instant Review Time 1p.77
1p.96)
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Quick Start
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Playing Back Still Pictures
i Delete button
2
Quick Start
Q Playback button
LCD monitor
Four-way controller
Playing Back Images
You can display the still picture you have just taken.
1Press the Q Playback button
after taking a picture.
The mode changes to the Playback mode
and the image appears on the LCD monitor.
Pressing and holding the Playback button
for two seconds or more switches the mode
to the Playback mode, and the lens is
retracted. After viewing the image, press the Playback or shutter
release button again or turning the mode dial to take another picture.
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Still pictures can be played back one at a time, proceeding either forward
or backward.
1Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture.
The image appears on the LCD monitor.
2Press the four-way controller (45).
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100-0004
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displays the previous image.
displays the next image.
Rotating the Displayed Image
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O K
E x i t
A l l
1Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture.
The image appears on the LCD monitor.
2Press the four-way controller (3).
The image is rotated 90° clockwise
each time the button is pressed.
• Only still images taken with this camera can be rotated.
• Zoom display, nine-image display and voice memo recording/playing
function can be used with rotated images. However, images rotated in
zoom playback are returned to their normal orientation.
Deleting the Displayed Image
You can delete the image displayed on the LCD
monitor by pressing the i Delete button, using
the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete] and
pressing the OK button.
Press the Q Playback button again or press the
shutter release button halfway to return to the
Capture mode.
• The last picture taken appears on the LCD monitor when you switch to
the Playback mode.
• You can enlarge the image by pressing the Zoom /
• If there are no images stored, the [No image/sound] message
appears.
All
All
MENU
Exit
Exit
f/y button.
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Cancel
OK
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100-0004
OK
OK
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Common Operations
Using the Button Functions
3
Common Operations
Capture Mode
DISPLAY button
1
Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1
Q Playback button
2
Switches to the Playback mode. Press it and hold it down to retract the lens.
1
p.32)
(
Zoom button
3
You can change the shooting area by pressing the Zoom button. (1
0 button
4
Displays the Help screen in - mode. (1
Sets the function assigned by [Fn Setting] on the [BSet-up] menu in any
mode other than -, C or O mode. (1
Four-way controller
5
[Used for all modes]
(4)
(5)
(2)Selects self-timer mode, remote control mode and continuous
[When using PICT, digital filter mode]
(3)Selects the shooting effect. (1
[When using MF mode]
(23) Adjusts the focus. (1
OK button
6
Sets a menu item. (1p.37)
MENU button
7
Displays the [A Rec. Mode], [Q Playback] and [B Set-up] menus.
(1p.37)
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1
p.48)
p.128
Changes the flash mode (except for Movie mode). (1
Changes the focus mode. (1
shooting mode (1
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p.66
p.60
)
p.65
)
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)
2
3
4
5
6
7
)
-
63)
p.45)
p.67
p.56
)
)
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
Playback Mode
DISPLAY button
1
Changes the information displayed on the LCD monitor. (1
Selects all images for printing or protecting on the DPOF screen and
Protect screen. (1
i Delete button
2
Deletes the image displayed on the LCD monitor. (1
Q Playback button
3
Switches to the Capture mode. (1
Zoom/f/y button
4
p.100, p.105)
p.32
)
Press f during normal playback to change the display to nine images.
Press y during normal playback to change to a magnified display. (1p.94
Press Zoom/f/y during zoom playback to change the size of the
Zoom Display image displayed on the LCD monitor.
0 button
5
Displays the Help screen in - mode.
Four-way controller
6
(2)Plays back and pauses a movie. (1p.92)
Starts playback of a voice memo. (
(45) Displays the previous or next image. (1
(3)
Rotates the image when pressed in still image playback. (1p.33)
Stops playback during playing back movies or voice memos.
(1p.88, 92)
OK button
7
Sets a menu item. (1p.37)
1
p.88)
p.32
Starts recording or playing back a voice memo.
MENU button
8
Displays the [A Rec. Mode], [Q Playback] and [B Set-up] menus.
Pressing the Q Playback button does not change the mode to the
Capture mode when the camera was turned on in Playback Only mode.
To switch from Playback Only mode to Capture mode, press the power
switch to turn the camera off, then press it again to turn it on.
)
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p.93
)
3
Common Operations
)
)
(1p.37)
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1
5
2
3
3
Common Operations
Voice Recording Mode
Shutter release button
1
When pressed, starts recording, and when pressed again, stops
recording.
Q Playback button
2
Switches to the Playback mode. When pressed again, returns to Voice
Recording mode.
Four-way controller (in Playback mode)
3
(2) Starts playback. When pressed again, pauses playback. (1p.85)
(45) Selects previous and next image and sound file before playback.
(3) Stops playback.
MENU button
4
When pressed during standby or before playback, displays the
[Q Playback], [B Set-up] menus. (1p.42)
DISPLAY button
5
When recording sound: The LCD monitor turns off. When pressed
When playing back sound: When pressed during standby, the display
(1p.84)
4
(1p.85)
again, returns to the recording screen.
mode changes to the No Icons. When
pressed again, returns to the Normal
Display.
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Using the Menus
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
When you press the MENU button, the menus appear on the LCD
monitor. You can set functions, save the settings and change the camera
settings on these menus.
How to Use the Menus
When you are making settings from a menu, a guide to operation
appears on the LCD monitor.
Ex.) To set the [Quality Level] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu
1Press the MENU button.
The menu screen appears. The
[A Rec. Mode] menu is selected.
2Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [Recorded Pixels].
3Press the four-way controller (3).
The frame moves to [Quality Level].
4Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the setting.
The quality changes each time the four-way
controller is pressed.
5Press the OK button or the shutter
release button.
The setting is saved and the screen returns
to capture status.
• If you press any buttons before pressing the OK button or the shutter
release button to exit the menu, any changes you have made to the
settings will not be saved.
• Even after pressing the OK button or the shutter release button to exit
the menu, if you turn the camera off incorrectly (such as by removing
the batteries while the camera is turned on), any changes you have
made to the settings will not be saved.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
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AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
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Example of Menu Operation
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
MENU
3
Common Operations
MENU button
[A Rec. Mode] Menu
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
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Rec. Mode
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
400
OK
OK
OK
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
To the next screen
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
O K
E x i t
[Q Playback] Menu
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
Playback
Protect
DPOF
Slideshow
Resize
Image/Sound Copy
Digital Filter
MENU
Exit
Exit
3sec
OK
OK
OK
[B Set-up] Menu
Exit
Exit
Set-up
mm/dd/yy
Format
Sound
Date Adjust
World Time
Screen Setting
MENU
On
Off
English
OK
OK
OK
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Common Operations
Playback
Protect
DPOF
Slideshow
Resize
Image/Sound Copy
Digital Filter
MENU
Exit
Exit
To the next screen
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears when you press the MENU button in
Capture mode, and the [Q Playback] menu appears when you press
the MENU button in Playback mode.
OK
3sec
OK
OK
Exit
Exit
Set-up
mm/dd/yy
English
Format
Sound
Date Adjust
World Time
Screen Setting
MENU
To the next screen
On
Off
OK
OK
OK
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Enlarging a Menu Display
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
O K
E x i t
Pressing the zoom button (x) while a menu is displayed enlarges the
menu. Press w to return to the original display.
Example of Menu Operation
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
3
AE Metering
Common Operations
Sensitivity
MENU
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Rec. Mode
Exit
Exit
Rec. Mode
Exit
Exit
Rec. Mode
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
x
w
x
w
x
w
Rec. Mode
Quality Level
MENU
Exit
Exit
Rec. Mode
White Balance
AWB
MENU
Exit
Exit
Rec. Mode
Focusing Area
Multi
MENU
Exit
Exit
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
If you turn the camera off while still in enlarged display mode, the next
time you turn the camera on and press the MENU button, the menu will
be enlarged.
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Menu List
[A Rec. Mode] Menu
Yes ...Adjustable
#... Any changes made are invalid in d, H and = modes.
No ...Any changes made are invalid. You can change the setting on the
menu, but any changes you make are invalid in actual operation.
ItemDescription
Image Quality
Recorded
Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
Frame Rate
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Memory
Sharpness
Saturation
Contrast
EV
Compensation
∗ Only the flash, digital zoom and file number settings are saved.
For selecting the
number of pixels and
image compression rate
For selecting the
number of pixels
For selecting the image
compression rate
For adjusting the color
balance according to
lighting
For changing th e area of
the autofocus
For setting the metering
method to determine the
exposure
For setting the
sensitivity
For setting the frame
rate
For taking digital zoom
pictures
For setting the Instant
Review time
For saving the shooting
function settings when
the camera is turned off
For setting the
sharpness
For setting the
saturation
For setting the contrastNormal
For adjusting the
exposure between –2.0
and +2.0
Default
Setting
SuperYes
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D
AWB
(Auto)
Multi
(Multiple)
L
(Multi-segment)
Auto
30 fps
On
0.5 sec
∗
Normal
Normal
±0.0
• There is no [A Rec. Mode] menu in O mode.
• [Image Quality] is the only menu available in - mode.
Rd=
H.+
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Yes320×240 p.68
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YesNop.69
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#Yesp.71
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YesNop.73
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YesYesp.74
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YesNop.75
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NoYesp.76
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YesYesp.56
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YesNop.77
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YesYesp.82
—
#Nop.78
—
#Nop.79
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#Nop.80
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YesYesp.81
CPage
p.70
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[Q Playback] Menu
ItemDescriptionPage
Protect
DPOFFor setting the printing service to print out imagesp.108
Slideshow
ResizeFor changing the size of imagesp.110
Image/Sound Copy
Digital Filter
Record Voice Memo
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Quick Zoom
Common Operations
Quick Delete
For protecting images from deletionp.99
For playing back recorded images successivelyp.95
For copying files from the built-in memory to the SD
Memory Card and vice versa
For creating a filter effect using filters (red, blue, green, etc.) p.112
For preventing the voice memo from being recorded while
playing back still images, when OFF is selected
For playing back images at the maximum zoom size by
pressing the Zoom button only once
For displaying the Delete screen with [Delete] highlighted
when ON is selected
[B Set-up] Menu
ItemDescriptionPage
Format
Sound
Date AdjustFor adjusting the date, time and date stylep.118
World Time
Language/
Screen Setting
Brightness Level
Video Out
USB Connection
Auto Power Off
∗
Fn Setting
Reset
∗
The “Fn setting” is not available in the - mode.
For formatting the SD Memory Card or built-in memoryp.116
For adjusting the playback volume and setting the type and
volume of start-up sound, shutter sound, key operation
sound.
For setting the world timep.120
For changing the language in which menus and messages
appear
For selecting the start-up screen, background color and
screen effects
For changing the brightness of the LCD monitorp.124
For setting the video output formatp.125
For changing the USB connection modep.126
For turning off the power automatically after a fixed timep.127
For registering a function on the four-way controller
(2345)
For returning the camera settings to defaultsp.127
p.114
p.86
p.91
p.97
p.117
p.124
p.122
p.128
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Memo
3
Common Operations
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Taking Pictures
Taking Pictures
Changing the Mode
Capture mode is for taking pictures and Playback mode is for playing
back or deleting images.
Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode
• To change from Capture mode to Playback mode, press the
Q Playback button.
• To change from Playback mode to Capture mode, press the
Q Playback button or press the shutter release button halfway.
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Taking Pictures
In Capture mode, pressing and holding the Q Playback button for two
seconds or more switches the mode to the Playback mode, and the lens
is retracted.
Selecting the Capture Mode
Capture Modes
Program modeThe basic picture-taking mode.
R
Picture mode
d
Auto Select mode
-
Portrait modeLets you take portrait-type pictures.
=
Landscape modeLets you take landscape views.
H
Night-Scene mode
.
Movie modeLets you take movies.
C
Digital Effect mode
+
You can select the Picture mode according to
the shooting scene.There are nine Picture
modes to choose from.
Lets the camera set the functions
automatically.
Lets you take dark scenes such as night views.
Lets you take pictures with a variety of special
effects.
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p.50
p.47
p.53
p.53
p.52
p.54
p.61 -
64
1Turn the mode dial and match the
indicator with one of the following:
Rd-=.HC+.
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Indicator
Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode
1 0: 25
0 6/ 10 /2 00 5
AWB
2304
AUTO
The LCD monitor display changes each time you press the DISPLAY button.
Normal Display
Shooting information is displayed when the
power is turned on.
1 Flash mode 2 Drive mode
3 Focus mode 4 Capture mode
5 Focus frame
6 Card/Built-in memory
7 Remaining number of recordable images
8 Date and time
Battery level indicator
9
Histogram Display
The brightness distribution of the image is
displayed. The horizontal axis of the histogram
shows the brightness (darkest at the left end and
brightest at the right end) and the vertical axis
shows the number of pixels.
1 White balance 2 Recorded pixels
3 Quality level 4 Sensitivity
5 Histogram 6 AE metering
Grid Display
A grid appears to help you compose your
pictures.
No Icons
No shooting information is displayed.
• The focus frame appears in Autofocus mode.
• If any of the modes are changed, such as the
flash mode, the mode you have changed
appears for a few seconds.
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AWB
AWB
AUTO
AUTO
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Taking Pictures
LCD Monitor Off
The LCD monitor turns off.
The LCD monitor cannot be turned off in C or +
mode.
Saving the Display Mode 1p.82
LCD Monitor Off
Normal Display
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Using Histogram
A histogram is a graph showing the
brightness of an image on the
horizontal axis and the number of
pixels on the vertical axis (distribution
chart of the brightness). The histogram
will help you detect the brightness of
the image you have taken. For
instance, the graph peak tends to
appear on the left side for a darker
image, and the graph peak tends to
Number of pixels
Brightness
(Dark)(Bright)
appear on the right side for a brighter
image. In general, when the exposure meter of your image is well-
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balanced, the graph peaks tend to appear in the middle. On the contrary,
Taking Pictures
when the exposure meter gets imbalanced tending dark and bright
without showing a neutral brightness, the peaks appear not in the middle
but on both sides.
DarkNeutralBright
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1
1 0 :2 5
0 6 /1 0/ 20 0 5
2, 3
Letting the Camera Set the Functions (Auto Select Mode)
- (Auto Select) mode is the simplest way to take pictures without having
to set any functions. The camera automatically chooses the optimal
settings for the shooting scene when the shutter release button is
pressed halfway.
1Set the mode dial to -.
2Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The focus frame on the LCD monitor
changes to green if the subject is in focus, the
settings are selected for the shooting scene
automatically recognized by the camera, and
one of the following icons appears.
H : The camera chooses the optimal settings for a landscape view.
= : The camera chooses the optimal settings for a portrait shot.
. : The camera chooses the optimal settings for a night view.
- : This icon appears in all other situations.
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3Press the shutter release button down fully.
The picture is taken.
• [Image Quality] is the only item that can be changed on the
[A Rec. Mode] menu in Auto Select Mode.
• You are recommended to set the mode dial to . and secure the
camera on a tripod etc. when taking night views. If the camera
recognizes the scene as the . in the Auto Select Mode, pictures of
night views may be dark because the shutter speed is controlled in a
range to prevent camera shake.
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Taking Pictures
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1
2
3, 4
5, 6
Using the Help Function
You can display the Help screen while taking or viewing pictures in Auto
Select mode. The Help screen describes the function of each button,
4
such as the four-way controller keys and zoom button.
Taking Pictures
1Set the mode dial to -.
2Press the 0 button.
The Help screen appears on the LCD
monitor.
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to select [Mode Dial], [Four-way
Controller] or [Buttons on Back
Cover].
Only [Four-way Controller] and [Buttons on
Back Cover] are available in Playback mode.
Mode Dial
Auto Select
?/Fn
Exit
Four-way Controller
Right
Up
Left
OK Button
Down
?/Fn
Exit
4Use the four-way controller (23)
to choose the button or mode that you want to be
explained.
5Press the OK button.
The explanation of the button appears.
6Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take or play back
pictures.
This button changes
the Focus mode.
AF Macro Super macro
infinity Manual focus
?/Fn
Exit
OK
OK
OK
More
More
OK
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1
1 0 :2 5
0 6 /1 0/ 20 0 5
3, 4
Setting the Functions (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 or continuous shooting mode.
1Set the mode dial to R.
2Set the functions you want to use.
Refer to “Setting the Shooting Functions”
(p.65 to p.81) for details of how to set the
functions.
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3Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus.
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4Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
Taking Still Pictures 1p.30
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1
5, 6
2, 3
4
Selecting the Picture Mode According to the
Shooting Scene (Picture Mode)
4
You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene.
Taking Pictures
There are 9 available modes in Picture mode.
Flower (default setting) Lets you take brightly colored flower pictures.
Self-portrait
Surf
Snow
;
Sunset
Museum
TextLets you take clear pictures of text or writing.
W
FoodLets you take appetizing pictures of prepared food.
D
Landscape Portrait
Lets you take pictures of yourself or be included in
pictures.
Lets you take photos against dazzling backgrounds
such as beaches.
Lets you take photos against dazzling backgrounds
such as snow-covered mountains.
Lets you reproduce the beautiful colors of the sunrise
or sunset.
Lets you take pictures in art galleries and museums
where flash photography is prohibited.
Lets you take pictures where both the person in the
foreground and the scenery in the background are in
focus.
1Set the mode dial to d.
2Press the four-way controller (3).
The screen for choosing a Picture mode appears.
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3Use the four-way controller
O K
1 0 :2 5
0 6 /1 0/ 20 0 5
(2345) to choose the Picture
mode.
4Press the OK button.
The Picture mode is selected.
5Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is
in focus.
6Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
In Picture mode, the saturation, contrast, sharpness and white balance
are automatically set to the optimal settings for each mode. (The setting
values can be changed, but they are not reflected in the operation.)
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(Night-Scene Mode)
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You can take pictures of dark scenes, such as nightscapes, with the
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appropriate settings.
The shutter speed is slower when taking pictures of dark scenes. To
prevent camera shake, secure the camera on a tripod or other surface.
1Set the mode dial to ..
2Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is
in focus.
3Press the shutter release button
fully.
The picture is taken.
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• Total recording time will be longer when the picture is taken at slower
shutter speed, because the noise reduction activates to reduce noise.
• In the Night Scene Mode, the auto sensitivity has a range of 50 to 200.
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Taking Landscape Views (Landscape Mode)
This mode lets you take landscape views using the optimal settings.
1Set the mode dial to H.
2Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is
in focus.
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fully.
The picture is taken.
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Taking Portrait Pictures (Portrait Mode)
This mode lets you capture your subject in natural colors using the
optimal settings.
1Set the mode dial to =.
2Press the shutter release button
halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is
in focus.
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fully.
The picture is taken.
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Taking Movies (Movie Mode)
This mode lets you take movies. Sound can be recorded at the same
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1Set the mode dial to C.
The following information appears on the
LCD monitor.
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1 Flash Off icon
2 Movie mode icon
3 Card/Built-in memory
4 Recordable time
2Press the shutter release button.
Recording starts. The flash status lamp
flashes during recording.
You can change the captured area, with the digital zoom, by pressing
the Zoom/w/x button.
x : enlarges the subject.
w : enlarges the area captured by the camera.
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3Press the shutter release button.
Recording stops and the flash status lamp goes off.
• The flash will not discharge in Movie mode.
• Continuous shooting is not possible in Movie mode.
• The LCD monitor cannot be turned off in Movie mode.
• The focus is fixed while recording in Movie mode.
• You cannot use the optical zoom while recording in Movie mode. You
should compose the picture on the LCD monitor when you use the
digital zoom function.
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Disabling the Digital Zoom Function 1p.57
Keeping the Shutter Release Button Pressed
Recording starts when you keep the shutter release button pressed for
more than one second. The movie will be taken for as long as you keep
the button pressed. Recording stops when you take your finger off the
shutter release button.
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Using the Zoom
You can use the zoom to change the shooting area.
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1Press the Zoom/w/x button in
Capture mode.
x (Tele) : enlarges the subject.
w (Wide) : enlarges the area captured by
the camera.
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The digital zoom function is turned on in
initial settings. When the digital zoom
function is enabled, you can combine the
digital zoom with the optical zoom to give a
maximum zoom magnification equivalent to
eight times.
When you turn off the digital zoom in the
“A Rec. Mode” Menu, you can only take
pictures at three times magnification with
the optical zoom.
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You cannot use the optical zoom in Movie mode.
Digital zoom range
When digital zoom is enabled
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Zoom bar
When digital zoom is disabled
Disabling the Digital Zoom Function
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1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Digital Zoom].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to select P(Off).
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take pictures.
Rec. Mode
Frame Rate
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Memory
Sharpness
Saturation
MENU
Exit
Exit
30fps
0.5sec
OK
OK
OK
The digital zoom is disabled when you turn the LCD monitor off, even if
the digital zoom function is set to On.
• You should compose the picture on the LCD monitor when you use the
digital zoom function.
• The default setting for the digital zoom is O (On).
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1Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode to
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display g or r on the LCD monitor.
2Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus.
3Press the shutter release button
fully.
g The self-timer is engaged and the self-
timer lamp lights for about seven
seconds. The picture is taken
approximately three seconds after the
self-timer lamp starts to blink.
r The self-timer is engaged and the picture is taken approximately
two seconds after the self-timer lamp starts to blink.
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Focusing position may shift if you move the camera while the self-timer
lamp is blinking.
• The second count appears if you turn the LCD monitor on.
• To cancel the self-timer, press any button, such as the MENU button,
while the second count is displayed.
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Continuous Shooting
(Continuous Shooting Mode)
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed.
1Press the four-way controller (2)
in Capture mode to display j on
the LCD monitor.
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2Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus.
3Press the shutter release button fully.
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is
pressed.
Shooting stops when you take your finger off the shutter release
button.
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• You can continue shooting until the built-in memory or the SD Memory
Card is full.
• The interval will vary according to the Recorded Pixels and Quality
Level settings.
• The flash will not discharge in Continuous Shooting mode.
• Continuous shooting is not possible in Movie mode, Panorama Assist
or Two-in One.
• The focus, exposure and white balance are locked with the first image.
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(Remote control unit F has no zoom button.)
Remote control unit E
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You can switch the Drive mode to Remote Control mode and take
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pictures using the remote control unit for Pentax cameras (optional).
The remote control receiver is on the front of the camera. Operate the
remote control unit toward the camera lens.
1Press the four-way controller (2)
in Capture mode to displayh on
the LCD monitor.
The self-timer lamp blinks slowly and the
camera is ready to take the picture.
2Press the zoom button to adjust the
zoom (for remote control unit E).
The zoom position changes each time the zoom button is pressed in
the following sequence: tele middle wide
3Press the shutter release button on the remote control
unit.
hThe picture is taken immediately.
iThe self-timer lamp blinks rapidly and the picture is taken after
approximately three seconds.
• Focusing position may shift if you move the camera while the self-timer
lamp is blinking.
• When the Focus mode is set to Super Macro mode, the zoom
magnification does not change.
• The buttons on the camera can be used in the normal way.
• Ensure that the remote control unit is no more than four meters away
from the front of the camera.
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Life of the Battery for the Remote Control Unit
O K
A signal can be sent from the remote control unit to the camera approximately
30,000 times. Contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center if the
battery needs changing. (A charge is made for changing the battery.)
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Taking Pictures with Color Filters
(Digital Filter Mode)
You can take pictures with digital filters in a variety of colors, such as red,
blue and green.
1Set the mode dial to +.
2Press the four-way controller (3).
The screen for choosing a digital effect
mode appears.
3Use the four-way controller
(2345) to choose a color filter.
You can choose from eight color filters: blackand-white, sepia, red, green, blue, black-andwhite + red, black-and-white + green, and black-and-white + blue. You
can check the filter effect on the LCD monitor when you choose a color.
Filter
B&W
OK
OK
OK
4Press the OK button.
5Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus.
6Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
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Taking Two-in-One Pictures (Two-in-One Mode)
You can take two images in succession and place them side by side to
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picture and the second image in the right half.
1Set the mode dial to +.
2Press the four-way controller (3).
The screen for choosing a digital effect mode appears.
3Use the four-way controller (23
45) to select == (Two-in-One).
4Press the OK button.
The screen for taking the first image
appears.
Two-in-One
Shoot area by
halves & join
5Take the first image.
Make sure that the subject is positioned in
the left half of the screen and press the
shutter release button.
When you have taken the first image, it
appears semi-transparent in the left half of
the picture.
6Take the second image.
Make sure that the subject is positioned in
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the right half of the screen and press the
shutter release button.
When you have taken the second image,
the two images are combined to form one
picture and the screen returns to Step 5.
To cancel Two-in-One mode, change to
another mode.
Shoot
2nd half
+
OK
OK
OK
Shoot
1st half
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Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode)
You can take a number of images and join them together to form a
panorama picture. The software (ACDSee for PENTAX) on the CD-ROM
(S-SW32) provided with the camera and a computer are necessary for
joining the images. The Panorama Assist mode enables you to overlap
the edges of the images so that they are easier to join together into a
panorama picture.
1Set the mode dial to +.
2Press the four-way controller (3).
The screen for choosing a digital effect mode appears.
3Use the four-way controller
(2345) to select F (Panorama
Assist).
Panorama Assist
OK
OK
OK
4Press the OK button.
5Use the four-way controller to
Set shift
choose the direction in which the
images will be joined.
4 Joins the images at the left.
5 Joins the images at the right.
2 Joins the images at the top.
3 Joins the images at the bottom.The example shows the images when 5 is selected.
Set shift
direction
direction
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6Take the first image.
Press the shutter release button to take the
first image. The right edge of the image
appears in semi-transparent form on the left
of the LCD monitor.
7Move the camera to the right and
take the second image.
Move the camera until the semi-transparent
image and the actual view overlap and
press the shutter release button. Repeat
Steps 6 and 7 to take the third and
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subsequent images.
8Press the OK button.
The screen returns to Step 5.
To cancel Panorama Assist mode, change to another mode.
• The camera cannot join the images. Use the ACD Photostitcher
function provided in the ACDSee for PENTAX software. Refer to
“Photosticher Function” (p.23) in the “ACDSee for PENTAX User
Guide” for instructions on creating panorama pictures.
• Continuous shooting is not possible in Panorama Assist.
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Setting the Shooting Functions
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Selecting the Focus Mode
Focus mode
The camera focuses on the object in the autofocus area
(No
Autofocus mode
icon)
Macro mode
q
Super Macro mode
r
Infinity-Landscape
s
mode
Manual Focus mode Adjust the focus manually with the four-way controller.
z
when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
Use this mode when the distance to the subject is more
than 40 cm (16 in.).
This mode is used when the distance to the subject is
approx. 18 cm - 50 cm (7 in. - 20 in.). The camera
focuses on the object in the autofocus area when the
shutter release button is pressed halfway.
This mode is used when the distance to the subject is
approx. 6 cm - 20 cm (2.4 in. - 8 in.). The camera
focuses on the object in the autofocus area when the
shutter release button is pressed halfway.
This mode is used for taking distant objects.
1Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode.
The focus mode changes each time the button is pressed and the icon
appears on the LCD monitor.
The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected focus mode.
• The default setting is Autofocus mode.
• The zoom is fixed at the middle position and only the digital zoom can
be used in Super Macro mode.
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Be sure to check the image on the LCD monitor when the focus mode is
set to Macro mode or Super Macro mode.
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When the mode is set to
z (Manual Focus), the central portion of the
picture is enlarged to full screen on the LCD monitor for focus
adjustment. Pressing the four-way controller (23) displays the indicator
on the LCD monitor. Use the indicator as a guide while adjusting the
focus with the four-way controller (23).
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For closer focus
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After the focus is set, press any button except the four-way controller
(23) or take your finger off the four-way controller (23). The screen
returns to the normal display about two seconds later.
When focusing, hold down the four-way controller (23) to focus
quickly.
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Selecting the Flash Mode
Flash Modes
(No
Auto
icon)
Flash Off
a
Flash OnThe flash discharges regardless of the brightness.
b
Auto + Red-eye
c
reduction
Flash On +
d
Red-eye reduction
• The flash is off when the Capture mode is set to C, the Drive mode is set
to Continuous Shooting or the Focus mode is set to H.
• The flash discharges twice, first a pre-flash and then a second time to take
the picture. (In the red-eye reduction modes, the interval between the preflash and the main flash is longer.)
• Flash effective range (effective range changes according to the sensitivity
and shooting conditions)
Wide: Approximately 0.2 m to 4.9 m
(in Night Scene Mode: Approximately 0.2 m to 3.5 m)
Tele: Approximately 0.2 m to 2.8 m
(in Night Scene Mode: Approximately 0.2 m to 2 m)
The flash discharges automatically depending on the light
conditions.
The flash will not discharge, regardless of the brightness.
Use this mode to take pictures at dusk or in museums etc.
where flash photography is prohibited.
This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes caused
by the light from the flash being reflected in the subject’s
eyes. The flash discharges automatically.
This mode reduces the phenomenon of red eyes caused by
the light from the flash being reflected in the subject’s eyes.
The flash will discharge regardless of lighting conditions.
1Press the four-way controller (4) in Capture mode.
The flash mode changes each time the button is pressed and the icon
appears on the LCD monitor.
The camera is ready to take pictures in the selected flash mode.
Status of the Focus Status Lamp and Flash Status Lamp 1p.31
Saving the Flash Mode 1p.82
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MENU
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2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
1
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Selecting the Recorded Pixels
You can choose the number of recorded pixels from [2304×1728],
[2048×1536], [1600×1200], [1024×768] and [640×480].
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The data volume also varies depending on the quality level setting (1p.69).
Recorded Pixels
2304×1728
2048×1536
1600×1200
1024×768
640×480
High quality photo printing, A4 size or larger prints, editing
or creating images etc.
Postcard size prints
Use on the Internet/e-mail, etc.
Higher quality
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Recorded Pixels].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the size.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
• The number of recorded pixels is fixed at [320×240] in Movie mode.
• Selecting a large size produces a clear picture when it is printed out.
• The Recorded Pixels setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
Multi
OK
OK
OK
2304
AWB
Auto
OK
OK
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MENU
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2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
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Selecting the Quality Level
You can choose the image compression rate.
The more stars, the clearer the quality and the larger the volume. The
data volume also varies depending on the recorded pixels setting
(1p.68).
Quality Levels
C
D
E
BestLowest compression rate. Suitable for photo prints.
Better
Good
Standard compression rate. Suitable for viewing the image
on a computer screen.
Highest compression rate. Suitable for attaching to e-mails
or creating websites.
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Quality Level].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the quality level.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
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The Quality Level setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
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1
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MENU
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Rec. Mode
Image Quality
Recorded pixels:
2304x1728 (4M)
Quality level:
MENU
Exit
Exit
5
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Selecting the Image Quality
You can set the recorded pixels and quality together in Auto Select Mode. The
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combination of recorded pixels and quality for each setting is shown below.
* The letter M indicates megapixel. 1 megapixel is 1 million pixels.
Number of
Pixels*
Use
High quality photo printing, A4
size or larger prints, editing or
creating images etc.
Postcard size prints
Use on the Internet/e-mail, etc.
Higher quality
1Set the mode dial to -.
2Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
3Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Image Quality].
4Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the setting.
5Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Rec. Mode
Image Quality
Recorded pixels:
2304x1728 (4M)
Quality level:
MENU
Exit
Exit
Superior
OK
OK
OK
Superior
OK
OK
OK
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The Image Quality function is only available in - (Auto Select) mode. In
other modes, set the recorded pixels and quality level separately.
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2, 3, 4
5
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
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Adjusting the White Balance
The color of the subject changes depending on the light source. For example,
the white color in a subject is different when under natural or artificial light.
White balance is used to adjust the color of white according to the light source.
White Balance
AutoThe camera adjusts the white balance automatically.
F
DaylightUse this mode when taking pictures outside in sunlight.
G
ShadeUse this mode when taking pictures outside in the shade.
H
Tungsten Light
I
Fluorescent Light Use this mode when taking pictures under fluorescent light.
J
Manual
K
Use this mode when taking pictures under electric or other
tungsten light.
Use this mode when taking pictures by adjusting the white
balance manually.
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23) to select
[White Balance].
3Press the four-way controller (5).
The White Balance screen appears.
White Balance
AWB
4Use the four-way controller (23)
to change the setting.
5Press the OK button twice.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
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MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
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Manual Setting
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Place a white material such as a piece of white paper in front of your
camera to adjust white balance.
1Select [K] (manual) on the [White Balance] screen.
2Point the camera at the white
material so that it fills the frame of
the LCD monitor.
White Balance
AWB
3Press the OK button.
The white balance is automatically
adjusted. [Adjusting] appears on the LCD
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monitor during adjustment.
[Complete] appears on the LCD monitor when adjustment is finished
and the display returns to the menu screen.
MENU
Exit
Exit
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Any changes made to the White Balance setting are invalid in d, H
and
= modes.
OK
Adjust
Adjust
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4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
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Changing the Focusing Area
You can change the autofocus area (Focusing Area).
Focusing Area
This is the default setting with the camera checking several points over a
Multi
larger area of the image ensuring that the main subject is in focus.
The camera only focuses on a small area in the center of the screen, this is
Spot
ideal for precise focusing on a specific point of the subject.
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Focusing Area].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the setting.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
Multi
OK
OK
OK
2304
AWB
Auto
OK
OK
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When the shutter release button is pressed while [Multi] is selected for
the focusing area, the focus frame lights at the focus position.
Always check the focusing area on the LCD monitor when using the
autofocus area to focus on your subject.
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2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
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Setting the Light Metering Mode to Determine the
Exposure (AE Metering)
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You can choose which part of the screen to use to measure the
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brightness and determine the exposure.
AE Metering Modes
Multi-segmentThe exposure is determined by the entire screen.
L
M
N
Center-weighted
Spot
The exposure is determined mainly by the center of the
screen.
The exposure is determined by the small area in the
center of the screen only.
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [AE Metering].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the AE Metering mode.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
Multi
OK
OK
OK
2304
AWB
Auto
OK
OK
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MENU
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2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
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Setting the Sensitivity
You can select the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.
Sensitivity
AutoAutomatically set in a range from 50 to 400 (50 to 200 in Night Scene Mode).
• The lower the sensitivity, the sharper the image and the less noise. The
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200
400
shutter speed will be slower in low light conditions.
• The higher the sensitivity, the faster the shutter speed in low light
conditions to reduce camera shake, but the image may be affected by
noise.
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Sensitivity].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the sensitivity.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
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Auto
OK
OK
OK
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Saving the Sensitivity 1p.82
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2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
1
Setting the Frame Rate
You can choose 30 fps (frames per second) or 15 fps for the frame rate.
4
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
Taking Pictures
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Frame Rate].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the frame rate.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
The Frame Rate setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
Rec. Mode
Frame Rate
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Memory
Sharpness
Saturation
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
30fps
0.5sec
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
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MENU
O K
E x i t
2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
1
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Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review)
You can choose the Instant Review time from 0.5 sec., 1 sec., 2 sec.,
3 sec., 5 sec. and Off (no display).
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Instant Review].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the display time.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
The Instant Review setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
Rec. Mode
Frame Rate
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Memory
Sharpness
Saturation
MENU
Exit
Exit
30fps
0.5sec
OK
OK
OK
4
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MENU
O K
E x i t
2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
1
Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)
You can choose whether you want the image to have sharp or soft
outlines.
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Taking Pictures
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Sharpness].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the setting from
x [Normal] to z [Hard (+)] or
Rec. Mode
Frame Rate
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Memory
Sharpness
Saturation
MENU
Exit
Exit
y [Soft (–)].
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
• Any changes made to the Sharpness setting are invalid in d, H
and
= modes.
• The Sharpness setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
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Auto
OK
OK
OK
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0.5sec
OK
OK
OK
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MENU
O K
E x i t
2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
1
Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)
You can set the color saturation.
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Saturation].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the setting from
x [Normal] to z [High (+)] or
Rec. Mode
Frame Rate
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Memory
Sharpness
Saturation
MENU
Exit
Exit
y [Low (–)].
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
• Any changes made to the Saturation setting are invalid in d, H and
= modes.
• The Saturation setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
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Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
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30fps
0.5sec
OK
OK
OK
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2, 3
4
1
Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)
You can set the image contrast.
4
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
Taking Pictures
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Contrast].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
to change the setting from
x [Normal] to z [High (+)] or
y [Low (–)].
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
• Any changes made to the Contrast setting are invalid in d, H and
= modes.
• The Contrast setting is saved when the camera is turned off.
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
Rec. Mode
Contrast
EV Compensation
MENU
Exit
Exit
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AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
R + .
0.0
OK
OK
OK
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MENU
O K
E x i t
2, 3
4
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
OK
OK
1
d R + C . H=
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.
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [EV Compensation].
3Use the four-way controller (45)
Rec. Mode
Contrast
EV Compensation
0.0
to change the EV setting.
To brighten, set a positive (+) value. To
darken, set 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.
MENU
Exit
Exit
OK
OK
OK
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
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Taking Pictures
EV Compensation is registered on the four-way controller (45) in the
Fn Setting default settings in Capture mode. (
can be changed with the four-way controller (
1p.128) The EV setting
45) when you press the
0 button.
Saving the EV Compensation Value 1p.82
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Saving the Settings
Saving the Menu Items (Memory)
You can choose whether you want the set values to be saved when the
O
camera is turned off. If you select
status they were in immediately before the camera was turned off. If you select
P
(Off), the settings will be reset to the defaults when the camera is turned off.
ItemDescription
FlashThe flash mode setting on the b button is saved.
White Balance
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EV Compensation
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
Digital Zoom
Focus ModeThe focus mode setting on the ) button is saved.
Zoom PositionThe optical zoom position on the Zoom button is saved.
MFThe manual focus position is saved.
DISPLAYThe LCD monitor display mode is saved.
File #
The [White Balance] setting on the [A Rec. Mode]
menu is saved.
The [EV Compensation] setting on the
A
Rec. Mode] menu is saved.
[
The [Focusing Area] setting on the [A Rec. Mode]
menu is saved.
The [AE Metering] setting on the [A Rec. Mode]
menu is saved.
The [Sensitivity] setting on the [A Rec. Mode] menu
is saved.
The [Digital Zoom] setting on the [A Rec. Mode]
menu is saved.
The file number is saved. If a new SD Memory Card is
inserted, file numbers are assigned sequentially.
(On), the settings will be saved in the
Default
Setting
O
P
P
P
P
P
O
P
P
P
P
O
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• Menu items not included in [Memory] will also be saved in the settings
selected on the menus for each function when the camera is turned off.
• The zoom position setting in the digital zoom range will not be saved
even if [Zoom Position] is set to
• Setting [MF] to O (On) sets [Zoom Position] to O (On) at the same time.
([Zoom Position] can also be set to O (On) independently of [MF].)
O (On) in [Memory].
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O K
E x i t
2, 3, 4, 5
6
Rec. Mode
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
White Balance
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
1
1Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.
2Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Memory].
3Press the four-way controller (5).
The [Memory] menu appears.
Rec. Mode
Frame Rate
Digital Zoom
Instant Review
Memory
Sharpness
Saturation
MENU
Exit
Exit
2304
AWB
Multi
Auto
OK
30fps
0.5sec
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
4
Taking Pictures
4Use the four-way controller (23)
to choose an item.
5Use the four-way controller (45)
to select O (On) or P (Off).
6Press the OK button twice.
The camera is ready to take the picture.
Memory
Flash
White Balance
EV Compensation
Focusing Area
AE Metering
Sensitivity
MENU
Exit
Exit
OK
OK
OK
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Recording and Playback of Sound
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Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode)
You can record sound. The recordable time appears on the LCD monitor
according to how much space is available on the SD Memory Card or the
built-in memory.
2, 3
5
1Set the mode dial to O and press the power switch.
Recording and Playback of Sound
The recordable time appears on the LCD monitor.
1 Remaining recordable time
2 Recording time
2Press the shutter release button.
Recording starts. The self-timer lamp and
flash status lamp blink during recording.
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3Press the shutter release button.
Recording stops. The remaining recordable
time appears.
4To exit Voice Recording mode, turn the camera off.
• Sound is saved in WAVE monaural files.
• The microphone is located on the front of the camera. Aim the camera
to obtain the best sound.
4
1
Speaker
Microphone
1
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01:30:22
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2
Start
Start
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Playing Back Sound
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You can play back the recording you made in Voice Recording mode.
1, 5
2, 3, 4
1Press the Q Playback button.
2Use the four-way controller (45)
to choose the recording to play
back.
3Press the four-way controller (2).
Playback starts.
• The following operations can be
performed during playback.
Four-way controller (2)Pauses
playback
Zoom/f/y button (x)Increases the volume
Zoom/f/y button (w)Reduces the volume
Playback time
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4Press the four-way controller (3).
Playback stops.
5Press the Q Playback button.
The camera returns to the Voice Recording mode.
5
Recording and Playback of Sound
If you enter the Playback mode from a Capture mode other than Voice
Recording mode, the camera returns to the Capture mode in Step 5. To
record new data, set the Mode Dial to O.
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Adding Sound (Voice Memo) to Images
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1 0 :2 5
0 6 /1 0/ 20 0 5
You can add sound (voice memo) to a captured image.
1
2, 3
Recording a Voice Memo
1Enter the Playback mode and use
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Recording and Playback of Sound
the four-way controller (45) to
choose the image to which you
want to add a voice memo.
O appears on the four-way controller
operation guide on the LCD monitor if there
is no voice memo attached to the displayed
image.
2Press the OK button.
Recording of the voice memo starts. You can record for up to 30
seconds.
3Press the OK button.
Recording of the voice memo stops.
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MENU
2, 3
4
Playback
Protect
DPOF
Slideshow
Resize
Image/Sound Copy
Digital Filter
MENU
Exit
Exit
OK
3sec
OK
OK
1
Setting the Voice Memo Recording Function
You can set the camera not to record voice memos while playing back
still images to prevent any voice memo from being recorded.
1Press the MENU button in Playback mode.
The [Q Playback] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (
[
Record Voice Memo
].
23
) to select
3Use the four-way controller (45) to select [On] or [Off].
On : Voice memos can be recorded while playing back still images.
(Default setting)
Off : Voice memos cannot be recorded while playing back still images.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.
When voice memo recording is set to off, O is not displayed while
playing back still images.
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Playing Back a Voice Memo
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1 0 :2 5
2 0 05 /0 6/ 1 0
0 5 se c
1, 2, 3
1Enter the Playback mode and use
the four-way controller (45) to
choose the image with the voice
memo that you want to play back.
5
Recording and Playback of Sound
If U appears, a voice memo has been
recorded for the displayed image.
2Press the four-way controller (2).
The voice memo is played back.
3Press the four-way controller (3).
Playback of the voice memo stops.
Deleting a Voice Memo 1p.97
.
A voice memo cannot be added to an image which already has a voice
memo. Delete the old voice memo and record a new one. (1p.97)
A voice memo cannot be added to protected (Z) images.
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Playing Back Images
Q Playback button
2
1
3
Playing Back Still Pictures
Press the Q Playback button.
Refer to “Playing Back Images” (p.32) for instructions.
Zoom Display
You can display images magnified up to 12 times. A guide to operation
appears on the LCD monitor during magnification.
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1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way
controller (45) to choose the image to magnify.
2Press x/y on the Zoom/f/y
button.
The image is magnified (1× to 12×). Holding
down the button changes the magnification
continuously.
The following operations can be performed
while the magnified image is displayed.
Four-way controller (2345) Moves the position to be magnified
Zoom/f/y button (x)Makes the image bigger
Zoom/f/y button (w)Makes the image smaller
3Press the MENU button.
Zoom playback ends.
• Movies cannot be magnified.
• Pressing the Q Playback button does not change the mode to the
Capture mode when the camera is turned on in Playback Only mode.
Turn the camera off, then turn it on again.
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2, 3
4
Playback
Protect
DPOF
Slideshow
Resize
Image/Sound Copy
Digital Filter
MENU
Exit
Exit
OK
3sec
OK
OK
1
Setting the Quick Zoom Function
You can display the image at maximum magnification simply by pressing
the Zoom/f/y button once during zoom playback.
1Press the MENU button in Playback mode.
The [Q Playback] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (
[
Quick Zoom
].
23
) to select
3Use the four-way controller (45) to select [On] or [Off].
On : Pressing x/y on the Zoom/f/y button once displays the
image at maximum magnification.
Off : Pressing x/y on the Zoom/f/y button once magnifies the
image in steps.
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.
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Playing Back Movies
You can play back movies. A guide to operation appears on the LCD
monitor during playback. Sound is recorded at the same time.
• The following operations can be performed while Pause is engaged.
Four-way controller (4) Frame reverse
Four-way controller (5) Frame forward
Four-way controller (2) Releases the Pause function
Reverse playback
Forward playback
Adjusts the volume
Playback time
Length of recording
3Press the four-way controller (3).
Playback stops and the screen returns to the start playback screen.
4Press the Q Playback button.
The camera returns to Capture mode.
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Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode
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1/30
1 0 :2 5
0 6 /1 0/ 20 0 5
Shooting information can be displayed on the LCD monitor in Playback
mode. Pressing the DISPLAY button changes the display mode.
Normal Display
Shooting information is displayed.
1 Protect icon2 Voice Memo icon
3 Folder name and file name
4 Card/Built-in memory icon
5 Four-way controller operation guide
6 Shooting date and time
7 Battery level indicator
Histogram Display
The brightness distribution of the image is
displayed. The horizontal axis of the
histogram shows the brightness (darkest at
the left end and brightest at the right end)
and the vertical axis shows the number of
pixels.
1 Sensitivity 2 Recorded pixels
3 Quality 4 White balance
5 Histogram 6 Shutter speed
7 Aperture 8 AE metering
No Icons
No shooting information is displayed.
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AWB
AWB
AUTO
AUTO
1/30
1/30
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F2.6
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Normal Display
Saving the Display Mode 1p.82
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2, 3
1
Nine Image Display
You can display nine images at the same time.
1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way
controller (45) to choose an image.
2Press w/f on the Zoom/f/y
button.
Nine images appear.
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Playback/Deleting/Editing
Use the four-way controller (2345) to
choose an image. When ten or more
images have been recorded, the previous
nine images appear when you press the
four-way controller (4) while image is
selected. Similarly, the next nine images
appear when you press the four-way controller (5) while image is
selected.
1
1
3Press w/f or x/y on the Zoom/f/y button.
The screen returns to full screen display of the selected image.
Pressing
returns the screen to full screen display of the selected image.
Q button, 0 button, OK button or DISPLAY button
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Selected image
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Pressing the i Delete button while selecting an image opens the Delete
screen.
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Slideshow
You can play back all the images on the SD Memory Card or in the builtin memory continuously.
1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way
controller (45) to choose the image with which to start
the slideshow.
2Press the MENU button.
The [Q Playback] menu appears.
3Use the four-way controller (23)
to select [Slideshow].
4Use the four-way controller (45)
Playback
Protect
DPOF
Slideshow
Resize
Image/Sound Copy
Digital Filter
MENU
Exit
Exit
OK
3sec
OK
OK
to change the playback interval.
Choose from the following: 3 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec, 30 sec.
5Press the OK button.
[Start] appears on the LCD monitor and playback starts at the set
interval.
Press any button, such as the OK button or MENU button, to stop the
slideshow. [Stop] appears on the LCD monitor.
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Playback/Deleting/Editing
• The slideshow will continue until you press any button.
• Movies and pictures with a voice memo will be played through to the
end before the next picture is played back, regardless of the set
playback interval.
• Recordings made in Voice Recording mode are not played back.
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4
Deleting Individual Images or Sounds
You can delete images and sound recordings one at a time.
• Once deleted, images cannot be restored.
• You cannot display the Delete screen from protected images. (1p.99)
1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way
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controller (45) to choose the image or sound to
delete.
2Press the i Delete button.
The Delete screen appears.
3Use the four-way controller (2) to
select [Delete].
4Press the OK button.
The image and sound are deleted.
MENU
All
All
Exit
Exit
Delete
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
• You can also delete images from Instant Review (1p.77). However,
you cannot delete images if the display time is set to 0.5 seconds.
• You can also delete images from the nine image display (1p.94).
However, you cannot delete protected images. (1p.99)
• If [Quick Delete] is set to [On] in the [
be omitted. (1p.97)
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Q Playback] menu, Step 3 can
Deleting a Voice Memo only
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If an image has a voice memo, you can delete the voice memo without
deleting the image.
1Enter the Playback mode and use the four-way
controller (45) to choose an image with a voice memo
to delete.
2Press the i Delete button.
The Delete screen appears.
3Use the four-way controller (2) to
select [Sound Deletion].
4Press the OK button.
The voice memo is deleted.
Select [Delete] in Step 3 above to delete both the image and the voice
memo.
Sound Deletion
All
All
MENU
Exit
Exit
Delete
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
Setting the Quick Delete Function
When the Quick Delete function is set to On, the Delete screen appears
with [Delete] already selected.
1Press the MENU button in Playback mode.
The [Q Playback] menu appears.
2
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Quick Delete].
3Use the four-way controller (45) to select [On] or [Off].
4Press the OK button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.
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Deleting All Images
You can delete all the images and sounds at once.
• Once deleted, images cannot be restored.
• Protected images and sounds cannot be deleted.
1Press the i Delete button twice in Playback mode.
The Delete All screen appears.
2Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete All].
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3Press the OK button.
Playback/Deleting/Editing
All the images and sounds are deleted.
MENU
Exit
Exit
You can also delete images from Instant Review (1p.77).
Delete all images
Delete all images
and sounds
and sounds
Delete All
Cancel
OK
OK
OK
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