Pentax Optio S50 User Manual

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

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

Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Optio S50 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 Optio S50 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, industrial enterprise or as items for 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 companies.

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 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 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.

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. Of 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 eyes or in your mouth.

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.

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 or alcohol 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. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid, wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth.

• 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 temperatures of approximately 60°C (140°F) 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.

• 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.18) 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.

Contents

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA .............................................1

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

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

Contents of the Operating Manual.................................................... 9

Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................10

Names of Parts...............................................................................11

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

Getting Started 13

Attaching the Strap............................................................................. 13

Powering the Camera ......................................................................... 14

Installing the Batteries ....................................................................14

Using the AC Adapter (optional).....................................................16

Installing the SD Memory Card.......................................................... 17

Recorded Pixels and Quality ..........................................................19

Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................ 21

Playback Only Mode....................................................................... 21

Voice Recording Only Mode........................................................... 22

Initial Settings .....................................................................................23

Setting the Display Language......................................................... 23

Setting the Date and Time..............................................................24

Quick Start 26

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................ 26

Playing Back Still Pictures.................................................................28

Playing Back Images ......................................................................28

Playing Back the Previous or Next Image ......................................28

Rotating the Displayed Image ........................................................29

Common Operations 30

Using the Button Functions ............................................................... 30

Capture Mode.................................................................................30

Playback Mode ...............................................................................31

Voice Recording Mode ...................................................................32

Using the Menus .................................................................................33

How to Use the Menus ...................................................................33

Example of Menu Operation........................................................... 34

Enlarging a Menu Display............................................................... 36

Menu List ........................................................................................37

Taking Pictures 40

Setting the Shooting Functions......................................................... 40

Letting the Camera Set the Functions (Auto Select Mode) ............40

Using the Help Function .................................................................41

Setting the Functions (Program Mode)........................................... 42

Selecting the Picture Mode According to the Shooting Scene

(Picture Mode) ................................................................................43

Taking Pictures of Dark Scenes (Night-Scene Mode) ....................45

Taking Landscape Views (Landscape Mode)................................. 46

Taking Portrait Pictures (Portrait Mode) .........................................46

Taking Movies (Movie Mode) .........................................................47

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................50

Using the Self-Timer....................................................................... 52

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) .......................53

Using the Remote Control Unit (optional) ....................................... 54

Taking Pictures with Color Filters (Digital Filter Mode)................... 55

Taking Two-in-One Pictures (Two-in-One Mode)........................... 56

Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode)..................... 57

Setting the Shooting Functions......................................................... 59

Changing the Mode ........................................................................59

Selecting the Capture Mode ...........................................................59

Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode .........................60

Selecting the Focus Mode ..............................................................61

Selecting the Flash Mode ...............................................................63

Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................ 64

Selecting the Quality Level .............................................................65

Selecting the Image Quality............................................................ 66

Adjusting the White Balance........................................................... 67

Changing the Focusing Area ..........................................................69

Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure

(AE Metering) .................................................................................70

Setting the Sensitivity .....................................................................71

Setting the Frame Rate ..................................................................72

Setting the Instant Review Time (Instant Review) .......................... 73

Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)..................................... 74

Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)........................................ 75

Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)............................................76

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation)...................................... 77

Saving the Settings............................................................................. 78

Saving the Menu Items (Memory) ..................................................78

Recording and Playback 80

Recording Sound (Voice Recording Mode) ...................................... 80

Playing Back Sound ...........................................................................81

Adding Sound (Voice Memo) to Images ...........................................82

Recording a Voice Memo ...............................................................82

Playing Back a Voice Memo...........................................................84

Playback/Deleting/Editing 86

Playing Back Images ..........................................................................86

Playing Back Still Pictures .............................................................. 86

Zoom Display.................................................................................. 86

Playing Back Movies ......................................................................88

Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode .......................89

Nine Image Display ........................................................................90

Slideshow .......................................................................................91

Deleting................................................................................................92

Deleting Individual Images or Sounds ............................................ 92

Deleting All Images......................................................................... 94

Protecting Images and Sounds from Deletion (Protect) .................95

Viewing Images on a TV .....................................................................97

Using the Remote Control Unit (optional) to View

the Previous or the Next Image ......................................................98

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF).................................................. 99

Printing Single Images.................................................................... 99

Printing All Images........................................................................ 101

Direct Printing Using PictBridge .....................................................102

Connecting the Camera to the Printer ..........................................102

Printing Single Images.................................................................. 103

Printing All Images........................................................................ 104

Printing Using the DPOF Settings ................................................104

Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer .................................105

Editing Images ..................................................................................106

Changing the Image Size and Quality ..........................................106

Editing Pictures with Digital Filters ...............................................108

Copying Files ....................................................................................110

Settings 112

Camera Settings................................................................................ 112

Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory ..............112

Changing the Sound Settings.......................................................113

Changing the Date and Time........................................................ 114

Setting the World Time .................................................................114

Changing the Start-up Screen, Background Color and

Screen Effects ..............................................................................116

Changing the Display Language ..................................................118

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor................................ 118

Changing the Video Output Format.............................................. 119

Changing the USB Connection Mode........................................... 120

Setting Auto Power Off .................................................................121

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................121

Registering Functions...................................................................122

Appendix 124

List of City Codes .............................................................................124

Optional Accessories .......................................................................125

Messages...........................................................................................126

Troubleshooting................................................................................ 128

Main Specifications ..........................................................................130

WARRANTY POLICY......................................................................... 132

Contents of the Operating Manual

This operating manual contains the following chapters.

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

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

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

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.

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

This chapter explains the various ways of capturing images and how to set the relevant functions, including how to change the Capture mode.

5 Recording and Playback –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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

6 Playback/Deleting/Editing ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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.

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

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

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

This tells you about the messages displayed on the LCD monitor and what to do in the event of trouble.

The meanings of the symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.

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

indicates information that is useful to know.

R, d, -, =,

H, ., C, O, +

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.

The icons above the title show the Capture modes that can activate the function. Ex.)

Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)

R + .

Checking the Contents of the Package

Camera

Optio S50

AV cable

I-AVC7 (∗)

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

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

Operating Manual

(this manual)

(PC Connection Manual)

Strap

O-ST20 (∗)

USB cable I-USB7 (∗)

(PC Connection Manual)

Enjoying Your Digital

Camera Images

On Your PC

Operating Manual

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW26

Two AA batteries

Items marked with an asterisk (∗) are also available as optional accessories. For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.125).

Names of Parts

Front

Back

Shutter release button

Remote control receiver Self-timer lamp

Power switch

Flash

Speaker

Viewfinder Microphone

Lens

Terminal cover

PC/AV terminal

DC input terminal

Viewfinder

Focus status lamp (green)

Mode dial

Flash status lamp (red) Strap lug

Card cover

Battery cover

LCD monitor

Tripod socket

Names of Operating Parts

i button

Power switch

Shutter release button

Zoom /w/x/f/y button

Q Playback button

OK button

Four-way controller

4 (b) 5 (zqs) 2 (gj) 3

DISPLAY button

MENU button

0 button

Guide Indications

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

Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom /f/y button Four-way controller (3) 3 When digital zoom is enabled y Four-way controller (4) 4 DISPLAY button Four-way controller (5) 5i button

MENU button OK button

0 button

DISP

?/FN

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap

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

Getting Started

Powering the Camera

Getting Started

(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.

1 Open the battery cover.

Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow and flip the cover open .

2 Insert the batteries according to the (+) and (–)

indicators on the battery chamber.

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.16)

• 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.

• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after the camera has been left for a long time without batteries, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time”. (p.24)

• Insert the batteries correctly. If the batteries are incorrectly oriented, malfunction may result.

• Number of Recordable Images and Playback Time (at 23°C with new batteries)

Image Storage Capacity

(using the flash for 50% of shots)

CR-V3 Approx. 420 pictures Approx. 500 minutes

AA Ni-MH batteries Approx. 230 pictures Approx. 300 minutes

AA nickel manganese batteries

AA alkaline batteries Approx. 30 pictures Approx. 70 minutes

Approx. 100 pictures Approx. 200 minutes

• The still picture storage capacity is based on measuring conditions in

accordance with CIPA standards and the playback time is based on PENTAX measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on shooting conditions.

• 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 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.

• You can maximize battery life by turning the LCD monitor off and using the viewfinder to take pictures.

Playback Time

• 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.

Getting Started

DC terminal

AC adapter

To power outlet

∗

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.

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

terminal cover.

2 Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC

input terminal on the camera.

3 Connect the AC power cable to the AC adapter. 4 Plug 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.

Installing the SD Memory Card

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.

SD Memory Card

1 Open the card cover. 2 Insert the SD Memory Card so the label is facing toward

the LCD monitor and push the card in until it clicks.

3 Close 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.19)

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.112) for instructions on formatting.

Getting Started

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.

Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before opening 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

Getting Started

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

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.64

Getting Started

Selecting the Quality Level

Selecting the Image Quality

1p.65

1p.66

Appropriate Number of Recorded Pixels According to Use

2560×1920

2304×1728

2048×1536 1600×1200 1024×7680

640×480

The default setting is 2560×1920.

High quality: for large prints or editing images

For postcard size prints

Higher quality

For use on the Internet/e-mail

Appropriate Quality According to Use

Best Lowest compression rate. Suitable for photo prints.

Better

Good

The default setting is D (Better).

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

Highest compression rate. Suitable for attaching to e-mails or creating websites.

Appropriate Quality According to Use (Auto Select Mode)

Superior

(5MB: 2560×1920 C)

Super

(5MB: 2560×1920 D)

Getting Started

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.66)

High quality: for large prints or editing images

Higher quality

For postcard size prints For use on the Internet/e-mail

The Number of Recordable Images by Size and Quality

Quality Level

Recorded Pixels

2560×1920 2304×1728 2048×1536 1600×1200 1024×7680

640×480

• The above table indicates the approx. number of images when using the builtin memory (approx.11MB).

• 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.

Best

Approx. 3 Approx. 6 Approx. 10

Approx. 4 Approx. 8 Approx. 12

Approx. 5 Approx. 9 Approx. 14

Approx. 8 Approx. 15 Approx. 21

Approx. 19 Approx. 36 Approx. 48

Approx. 44 Approx. 69 Approx. 92

Better

Good

Movie

×240)

(320

Approx. 49 sec.

(15 fps)

Approx. 25 sec.

(30 fps)

Approx. 11 min.

Sound

Turning the Camera On and Off

Power switch

Q Playback button

Press the power switch.

The camera turns on. The lens cover opens and the lens extends when the camera is turned on.

2 Press the power switch again.

The camera turns off.

Switching between Capture Mode and Playback Mode 1p.59

Taking Pictures 1p.40

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 play back pictures one after another.

1 Press the power switch while pressing the Q Playback

button.

The camera turns on in the Playback Only mode. The lens does not extend.

Getting Started

• 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.

Getting Started

• 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.

Power switch

Playing Back Still Pictures 1p.86

ONLY

Mode Dial

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.

1 Set 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.

Recording Sound 1p.80

Initial Settings

O K

E x i t

Power switch

Q Playback button Four-way controller

OK button

DISPLAY button

MENU button

If the Initial Settings screen or Date Adjust screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure below to set the display language and/or current date and time.

If the Initial Settings screen appears

1p.23, 24 “Setting the Display Language”, “Setting the Date and Time”

If the Date Adjust screen appears

1p.24 “Setting the Date and Time”

If neither screen appears, setting is not required.

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.

1 Turn the camera on. 2 Use the four-way controller (45)

to choose the display language.

The default setting is English.

3 Press the OK button.

The Date Adjust screen appears.

Initial Settings

City DST

Exit

English

NYC

Getting Started

Setting the Date and Time

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

Set the current date and time and the display style.

1 Use the four-way controller (23)

Getting Started

to choose the date and time display style.

Date Adjust

Date Style

01 2004

Exit

mm/dd/yy

00 00

24H

2 Press the four-way controller (5).

2 and 3 appear above and below [24H].

3 Use the four-way controller (23)

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

4 Press the four-way controller (5).

2 and 3 appear above and below the month.

5 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the month.

6 Press the four-way controller (5).

2 and 3 appear above and below the day.

7 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the day and press the four-way controller (5).

2 and 3 appear above and below the year.

Date Adjust

Date Style

01 2004

Exit

Date Adjust

Date Style

01 2004

Exit

Date Adjust

Date Style

01 2004

Exit

Date Adjust

Date Style

01 2004

Exit

mm/dd/yy

00 00

mm/dd/yy

00 00

mm/dd/yy

00 00

mm/dd/yy

00AM00

24H

12H

8 Repeat Step 7 to change the [year], [hour] and

[minutes].

Choose AM or PM if you selected [12h] in Step 3.

9 Press the OK button when you have finished the

settings.

The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time using the MENU button, you will return to the Menu screen. Press the OK button again.

• 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.

• When the Initial Settings 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 screen will appear next time you turn the camera on.

• You can change the settings after they have been made. Refer to “Changing the Date and Time” (p.114).

Getting Started

Shutter release button

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Quick Start

Power switch

Quick Start

Taking Still Pictures

Mode Dial

Viewfinder

LCD monitor

Zoom/f/y button

DISPLAY button

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

1 Press the power switch.

The camera turns on.

2 Set 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.

You can check the captured area by looking through the viewfinder.

As there is no focus frame in the viewfinder, be sure to check the focusing area on the LCD monitor.

Focus frame

4 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame turns green if the subject is in focus.

5 Press 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 right of the viewfinder 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)

Lit Subject is in focus Flash is charged

Blinks Subject is out of focus Flash 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)

Quick Start

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 button in the instant review display, selecting [Delete] when the

[Delete] menu appears and pressing the OK button. (1p.92)

Setting the Instant Review Time 1p.73

Quick Start

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1 0 :2 5

0 4 /2 5/ 20 0 4

Playing Back Still Pictures

Q Playback button

Quick Start

LCD monitor

Four-way controller

Playing Back Images

You can display the still picture you have just taken.

1 Press 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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Playing Back the Previous or Next Image

Still pictures can be played back one at a time, proceeding either forward or backward.

1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture.

The image appears on the LCD monitor.

2 Press the four-way controller (45).

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displays the previous image.

displays the next image.

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