Pentax Optio WS80 Operating Manual

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

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

Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.

Regarding copyrights

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

Regarding trademarks

• PENTAX, Optio and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION.

• SDHC logo ( ) is a trademark.

• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Windows Vista is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions. Some functions are not available on printers that are not PRINT Image Matching III compliant. Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved. PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Regarding Product Registration

In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to “Connecting to a Computer” (p.211) for more information.

To users of this camera

• Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the product’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.

• The liquid crystal panel used in the display is manufactured using extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.

• If you point the camera toward an object that is bright, a band of light may appear on the screen display. This phenomenon is referred to as “smear” and is not a malfunction of the camera.

• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen in this manual are different from the actual product.

• In this manual, both an SD Memory Card and an SDHC Memory Card are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.

• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC or a Macintosh hereafter.

Using Your Camera Safely

We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.

Warning

Caution

This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious personal injuries.

This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.

About the Camera

Warning

• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock.

• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock.

• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.

• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the battery or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock.

Caution

• Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You may burn yourself.

• Do not cover the flash with clothing when discharging the flash. Discoloration may occur.

• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.

• Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin, in your eyes or mouth.

• Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera and get medical attention immediately.

About the Battery Charger and the AC Adapter

Warning

• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed for this product, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger or AC adapter not exclusive to this product, or using the exclusive battery charger or AC adapter with an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown. The specified voltage is 100 240V AC.

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

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

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

• If a thunder storm should occur while using the battery charger, unplug the AC plug cord and discontinue use. Continuing to use the product can cause damage to the equipment, fire, or electric shock.

• Wipe off the plug of the AC plug cord if it becomes covered with dust. Dust on the plug may cause a fire.

Caution

• Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center.

• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in.

• Do not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock.

• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause equipment breakdown.

• Do not use the battery charger to charge a battery other than a rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI88. Attempting to charge other types of batteries may cause an explosion, or heating, or may damage the battery charger.

• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only a CSA/UL certified power supply cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male attachment plug cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or the equivalent.

About the Battery

Warning

• Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing it in their mouths may cause an electric shock.

• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

Caution

• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an explosion or fire.

• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion or leakage.

• The battery should be inserted correctly, observing (+) and (-) marks on the battery and the camera. Inserting the battery incorrectly may cause an explosion or fire.

• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.

• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and contacts of the battery.

• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This can cause an explosion or fire.

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

• Precautions for D-LI88 Battery Usage:

- BATTERY MAY EXPLODE OR FIRE IF MISTREATED.

- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

- DO NOT CHARGE EXCEPT SPECIFIED CHARGING CONDITION.

- DO NOT HEAT ABOVE 140°F / 60°C, OR SHORT CIRCUIT.

- DO NOT CRUSH OR MODIFY.

About the SD Memory Card

Warning

• To avoid the risk of SD Memory Cards from being swallowed by mistake, keep them out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if an SD Memory Card is accidentally swallowed.

Care to be Taken During Handling

Before Using Your Camera

• When traveling, 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 when traveling). Pictures and sound 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.

About the Battery and Charger

• Storing the battery fully charged may decrease the battery performance. Avoid storing in high temperatures.

• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery’s usage span.

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

• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed exclusively for the battery charger D-BC88. Do not use it with other devices.

Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera

• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.

• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles, or ships.

• The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The monitor may appear black at high temperatures, but will return to normal at normal temperatures.

• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.

• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, and remove it after temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized.

• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe dry any rain or water drops on the camera.

• Please do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause it to break or malfunction.

• Be careful not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may damage the exterior of the camera or the display.

• Be careful not to overtighten the tripod screw when using a tripod.

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

Waterproof and Dustproof Function

• This camera is provided with a waterproof/dustproof design complying with JIS waterproof grade 8 and JIS dustproof grade 6 (equivalent to IP68).

• To enhance the waterproof performance of the camera, the front of the lens is protected by glass. As any dirt or water on the glass will affect the quality of pictures taken, the glass should be kept clean at all times.

• Leaving the camera on the sand at the beach may cause the camera to exceed its operating temperature or cause the speaker or microphone to become blocked with sand.

• The camera will sink if dropped in water, so be sure to attach the strap and slip the strap over your wrist when using the camera in or near water.

• Be sure to check that the battery/card/terminal cover is securely locked before using the camera in an environment where it is likely to get wet or dirty, such as underwater or at the beach. Water, sand or dirt inside the camera may cause failure of the camera. Wipe off any water or dirt with a dry cloth as soon as possible after using the camera.

• Avoid opening the battery/card/terminal cover at the beach or by the sea. Wait until the camera is completely dry before changing the battery or the SD Memory Card. Avoid changing the battery or card where the camera is likely to get wet or dirty, and make sure that your hands are dry.

• If the camera is very dirty or after it has been used in the sea, make sure that it is turned off and the battery/card/terminal cover is firmly closed before rinsing it under running tap water or leaving it in a bowl of clean water for a short time (2 or 3 minutes).

• Avoid cleaning with agents such as soapy water, mild detergents, and alcohol as this may compromise the waterproof performance of the camera.

• Wipe off any dirt or sand on the waterproof packing or the packing contact surface. The camera waterproof function may be compromised by loose packing or cracks or dents in the packing or packing contact surface. If there is any such damage, contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center.

• To maintain the waterproof performance of the camera, you are recommended to change the waterproof packing once a year. Contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center regarding changing the packing. (A charge will be made.)

• Avoid subjecting the camera to substantial vibrations, shocks, or pressure as this may cause a loss in waterproof performance. If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked.

• Avoid getting sunscreen or sun oil on the camera as it may cause discoloration of the surface. If any oil gets on the camera, wash it off immediately with warm water.

• The camera’s accessories are not waterproof.

Cleaning Your Camera

• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzene.

• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.

Storing Your Camera

• Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera. Remove the camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated location.

Other Precautions

• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high performance.

• Refer to “Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card” (p.44) regarding the SD Memory Card.

• Please note that deleting the data recorded on an SD Memory Card or formatting an SD Memory Card using a camera or computer will not necessarily delete the data so that it cannot be recovered using off the shelf data recovery software. Such data should be handled and managed at your own risk.

Using Your Camera Safely...............................................................1

Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................5

Contents ...........................................................................................9

Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................15

Camera Features.................................................................................16

Checking the Contents of the Package ..........................................20

Names of Parts...............................................................................21

Names of Operating Parts..............................................................22

Monitor Indications .........................................................................23

Getting Started 33

Attaching the Strap.............................................................................34

Powering the Camera .........................................................................35

Charging the Battery.......................................................................35

Installing the Battery.......................................................................36

Using the AC Adapter.....................................................................40

Installing the SD Memory Card..........................................................42

Number of Images Recordable on an SD Memory Card................45

Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................46

Starting-up in the Playback Mode...................................................47

Initial Settings .....................................................................................48

Setting the Display Language.........................................................48

Setting the Date and Time ..............................................................52

Common Operations 55

Understanding the Button Functions ...............................................56

A Mode .........................................................................................56

Q Mode ........................................................................................58

Switching Between A Mode and Q Mode...................................60

Setting the Camera Functions...........................................................61

Operating the Menus ......................................................................61

Menu List ........................................................................................64

Taking Pictures 69

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................70

Taking Pictures...............................................................................70

Setting the Shooting Mode .............................................................73

Using the Face Recognition Function.............................................76

Taking Pictures Automatically (Auto Picture Mode) .......................78

Taking Pictures in the Custom Settings (Program Mode) ..............79

Taking Pictures in the Basic Mode (Green Mode) ..........................80

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................82

Taking Underwater Pictures (Underwater Mode/Underwater Movie

Mode) .......................................................................................84

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

Digital SR/Fireworks/Candlelight Mode) ..................................86

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

Tone Mode)..............................................................................88

Taking Pictures of Children (Kids Mode) ........................................ 89

Taking Pictures of Your Pet (Pet Mode) ......................................... 90

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

Mode) .......................................................................................91

Taking Pictures Indoors (Party Mode) ............................................92

Framing Your Pictures (Frame Composite Mode) ..........................93

Using the Self-timer........................................................................95

Taking a Series of Pictures (Continuous Shooting/Burst Shooting

Mode) .......................................................................................96

Taking a Series of Pictures at a Set Interval (Interval Shoot) ......... 98

Using the Digital Wide Function (Digital Wide Mode) ................... 100

Taking Panoramic Pictures (Digital Panorama Mode).................. 102

Setting the Shooting Functions.......................................................105

Selecting the Flash Mode.............................................................105

Selecting the Focus Mode............................................................107

Selecting the Number of Recorded Pixels....................................110

Setting the Exposure (EV Compensation) .................................... 112

Correcting the Brightness (D-Range Setting) ...............................113

Adjusting the White Balance.........................................................114

Setting the AE Metering................................................................116

Setting the Sensitivity ...................................................................117

Setting Blink Detection .................................................................118

Setting Pixel Track SR..................................................................119

Setting the Instant Review............................................................120

Setting the Image Sharpness (Sharpness)...................................121

Setting the Color Saturation (Saturation)......................................122

Setting the Image Contrast (Contrast)..........................................122

Setting the Date Imprint Function.................................................123

Calling Up a Specific Function......................................................124

Recording Movies.............................................................................126

Recording a Movie........................................................................126

Selecting the Recorded Pixels and Frame Rate for Movies .........128

Setting the Movie SR (Movie Shake Reduction) Function............ 129

Recording a Movie from Pictures Taken at a Set Interval (Interval

Movie) ....................................................................................130

Saving the Settings (Memory) .........................................................133

Playing Back and Deleting Images 135

Playing Back Images ........................................................................136

Playing Back Still Pictures............................................................136

Playing Back a Movie ...................................................................137

Multi-Image Display ......................................................................138

Using the Playback Function........................................................140

Slideshow .....................................................................................143

Rotating the Image .......................................................................145

Zoom Playback.............................................................................146

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

Playback) ...............................................................................148

Deleting Images and Sound Files....................................................150

Deleting a Single Image ...............................................................150

Deleting Selected Images and Sound Files..................................152

Deleting All Images and Sound Files............................................154

Recovering Deleted Images .........................................................155

Protecting Images and Sound Files from Deletion (Protect) ........156

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment...................................... 159

Editing and Printing Images 161

Editing Images ..................................................................................162

Changing the Image Size (Resize) ...............................................162

Cropping Images ..........................................................................163

Processing Images So That Faces Look Smaller.........................164

Using the Digital Filters.................................................................166

Red-eye Compensation................................................................170

Adding a Frame (Frame Composite)............................................171

Editing Movies ..............................................................................174

Copying Images and Sound Files.................................................176

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)................................................179

Printing a Single Image ................................................................179

Printing All Images........................................................................181

Recording and Playing Back Sound 183

Recording Sound (Voice Recording) ..............................................184

Setting the Voice Recording Function ..........................................184

Recording Sound..........................................................................185

Playing Back Sound .....................................................................186

Adding a Voice Memo to Images.....................................................188

Recording a Voice Memo .............................................................188

Playing Back a Voice Memo.........................................................189

Settings 191

Camera Settings................................................................................192

Formatting an SD Memory Card...................................................192

Changing the Sound Settings .......................................................193

Changing the Date and Time........................................................194

Setting the World Time.................................................................197

Changing the Display Language ..................................................199

Changing the Naming Rule of the Folder .....................................200

Changing the Video Output Format..............................................201

Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ........................................ 202

Using the Power Saving Function ................................................203

Setting Auto Power Off.................................................................204

Changing the Start-up Screen ......................................................205

Correcting Defective Pixels in the CCD Sensor (Pixel

Mapping) ................................................................................206

Resetting to Default Settings (Reset) ...........................................207

Using the Clock Function.................................................................208

Displaying the Time......................................................................208

Setting the Alarm..........................................................................208

Connecting to a Computer 211

Setting Up Your Computer...............................................................212

Provided Software ........................................................................212

System Requirements ..................................................................213

Installing the Software ..................................................................214

Setting the USB Connection Mode ...............................................218

Connecting to a Windows PC..........................................................220

Connecting the Camera and Your Windows PC ..........................220

Transferring Images .....................................................................221

Disconnecting the Camera from Your Windows PC .....................224

Starting “ACDSee for PENTAX 3.0” .............................................225

Viewing Images ............................................................................227

Details on How to Use “ACDSee for PENTAX 3.0”......................228

Connecting to a Macintosh..............................................................229

Connecting the Camera and Your Macintosh...............................229

Transferring Images .....................................................................230

Disconnecting the Camera from Your Macintosh ......................... 230

Starting “ACDSee 2 for Mac”........................................................231

Viewing Images ............................................................................232

Details on How to Use “ACDSee 2 for Mac”.................................232

Appendix 233

Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode................................234

Messages...........................................................................................236

Troubleshooting................................................................................238

Default Settings.................................................................................240

List of World Time Cities..................................................................245

Optional Accessories .......................................................................246

Main Specifications ..........................................................................247

WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................251

Index...................................................................................................256

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

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

A mode

Q mode

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

indicates information that is useful to know.

indicates precautions to be taken when operating the camera.

This is the mode for capturing still pictures and recording movies. In this manual, the mode for taking still pictures is referred to as the “still picture capture mode” and the mode for recording movies is referred to as the “C mode”.

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

Composition of the Operating Manual

This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This chapter explains the various ways of printing still pictures and how to edit images with the camera.

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

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

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

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

8 Connecting to a Computer –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to connect the camera to a computer, and includes installation instructions and a general overview of the provided software.

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

This chapter deals with troubleshooting and lists the optional accessories.

Camera Features

In addition to basic picture-taking, the Optio WS80 has a variety of shooting modes to suit different situations. This section describes how to make the most of the key features of your camera. Together with the explanations of camera operations, it will enable you to enjoy your camera to the full.

Forget Your Worries About Water Getting in the Camera!

The Optio WS80 is waterproof/ dustproof, and the water resistant coating on the lens protective glass enables you to take pictures underwater for two hours at a depth of 1.5 meters (4.9 ft.). It also allows the camera to be sprayed by water, and you can use the camera in locations where it will be exposed to dust and dirt such as beaches, kitchens, and workshops. Because it utilizes a lock mechanism for the battery/card/ terminal cover, when the cover is firmly locked, you can use the camera underwater safely, with the knowledge that the battery and card are also secure.

For taking pictures while snorkeling (p.84) For taking pictures at the pool or while playing in a river

or lake

For taking pictures while enjoying various outdoor

activities without worrying about your camera getting a bit dirty. A quick wipe with a wet cloth is all it needs!

Easy-to-Navigate Capture and Playback Functions!

The user-friendly design of the Optio WS80 enables easy operation with only a few buttons. Simply by choosing the appropriate icon, you can select the shooting mode (p.73) and choose the optimal settings for the situation, or the playback mode (p.140, p.162) and enjoy the various playback and editing functions. A guide on the display lets you check the functions available in each mode and how to use them.

A shooting mode guide is displayed in the Capture Mode

Palette and a playback mode guide in the Playback Mode Palette (p.73, p.140).

Use the Green Mode to take pictures easily using

standard settings (p.80).

Perfect for Portrait Shots!

The Optio WS80 comes with a “Face Recognition” function that spots the faces in your shot and automatically adjusts the focus and exposure for the faces. It can recognize up to 32 people per shot (*), so it will help you take perfect group shots too. It will automatically release the shutter when people are smiling, or if anyone blinked, it will tell you that so you can take the shot again until it is perfect. It also has a feature that lets you enlarge each person’s face in sequence during playback so you can quickly check their facial expressions. * Up to 31 face recognition frames (up to 30 frames in Half-length

Portrait mode) are displayed on the monitor.

Face Recognition function (p.76) Modes for taking stunning pictures of people (p.88) Close-ups of people’s faces for easy checking during

playback (p.148)

Add Various Frames to Your Pictures!

When you take a picture with the Optio WS80, you can choose from a wide range of fun frames to create attractive framed shots (p.93). You can also add frames to pictures you have taken. Adjust the position of the subject in the picture or reduce or enlarge the picture size to match the frame shape and size. Now you no longer have to worry about the subject not fitting into the frame (p.171).

For decorating your

pictures with a frame

Display Images and Sound Files in Calendar Format!

With the Optio WS80, you can display recorded images and sound files by date in calendar format (p.139). This lets you quickly find the image or sound file you want to play back.

Advanced Movie Recording Functions

The Optio WS80 has a shake reduction function (Movie SR) to reduce camera shake during movie recording (p.129). And it enables you to record movies in 1280×720 pixel (16:9) HDTV format (*) (p.128). * When connecting to and playing back images on AV equipment,

image data is output at normal screen resolution. To view movies in HDTV, transfer the data to a computer and play it back on the computer.

Use the camera to shoot fun-filled movies of your children or pets as a visual diary of their development (p.126).

Perfect Size for Carrying Around With You!

With its design and excellent portability, the Optio WS80 is just right to slip into a pocket of your bag or hang around your neck, so you always have it with you, like your cell phone. It has a useful clock function, “Clock Mode” for telling the time. You can also set the alarm to ring at a specified time (p.208).

A Multitude of Functions Inside the Camera for Enjoying Images Without a Computer!

The Optio WS80 has a variety of functions to let you enjoy playing back and editing images without having to connect the camera to your computer and transfer the images first. The camera is all you need to take and edit still pictures and movies (p.162). And no more worries about accidentally deleting images, because now, with the Optio WS80, you can recover them again (p.155).

Resize (p.162), Cropping (p.163) and Red-eye

Compensation (p.170) can be used, while the image is displayed in the playback mode.

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

movie to save it as a still picture (p.174).

Checking the Contents of the Package

Camera

Optio WS80

USB cable

I-USB7 (*)

Battery charger

D-BC88 (*)

Operating Manual

(this manual)

Items marked with an asterisk (*) are also available as optional accessories. The battery charger and AC plug cord are only sold as a set (Battery Charger Kit K-BC88). For other optional accessories, refer to “Optional Accessories” (p.246).

Strap

O-ST51 (*)

AV cable

I-AVC7 (*)

AC plug cord Quick Guide

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW87

Rechargeable lithium-ion

battery D-LI88 (*)

Names of Parts

Front

Back

Self-timer lamp

Flash

Lens (with a protective glass attached)

Microphone

Tripod socket

Battery/card/terminal cover

Battery/card/terminal cover lock lever

Battery lock lever

PC/AV terminal

Speaker

Power switch

Shutter release button

Strap lug

Display

Names of Operating Parts

Power switch

Shutter release button

Zoom button

Q button

3 button

I button

Four-way controller 4/W button

Green/i button

Refer to “Understanding the Button Functions” (p.56 - p.59) for an explanation of the function of each button.

Monitor Indications

08 /0 8/ 200 9

14 :2 5

200

3 8

Display in A Mode

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

Normal Display

08/08/2009

383838

14:25

Histogram + Info

383838

200

No Info

When the shooting mode is set to 9 (Green) mode, the monitor display is as shown on the right. You cannot change the information on the display by pressing the 4/W button. (p.80)

Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode

1 4 :2 5

+ 1 .0

3 8

0 8 /0 8 / 2 0 0 9

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

1 2 3

4 5

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

08/08/2009

14:25

14:25+1.0

181716

10 11

12 13

Shooting mode (p.73)

Face Priority icon (p.76)

D-Range Setting (p.113)

Camera shake warning (p.119)13Battery level indicator (p.39)

Shutter speed

Aperture

Flash Mode (p.105)

Drive Mode (p.95, p.96, p.98)

Focus Mode (p.107)

Digital Zoom/Intelligent Zoom

icon (p.82)

* 3 depends on the [D-Range Setting] setting in the [A Rec. Mode]

menu.

P When [Highlight Correction] is set to O Q When [Shadow Correction] is set to O O When [Highlight Correction] and [Shadow Correction] are set

to O

If [Highlight Correction] and [Shadow Correction] are both set to P (Off), nothing appears in 3.

Memory status (p.46)

Remaining image storage

capacity

Focus frame (p.70)

Date and time (p.52)

EV Compensation (p.112)

Date Imprint setting (p.123)

World Time setting (p.197)

* 4 varies depending on the following conditions.

f When the shutter release button is pressed halfway with the

[Pixel Track SR] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu set to P (Off) and camera shake is likely to occur

M When [Pixel Track SR] is set to O

* 5 and 6 appear only when the shutter release button is pressed

halfway.

* For 9, when the focus mode is set to = and the Auto-Macro function

is activated, the q appears on the display (p.107).

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

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

F 3 .5

1 / 25 0

3 8

200

+ 1 .0

A A A

A1 to A18 and B1 appear when “Histogram + Info” is selected. Only B1 appears when “No Info” is selected.

A5 A6 A7 A9A8

200

A10 A11

A12 A13 A14 A15

1 2 3

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

+1.0

A16

A17 A18

Shooting mode (p.73)

Face Priority icon (p.76)

D-Range Setting (p.113)

Camera shake warning (

Flash Mode (p.105)

Drive Mode (p.95, p.96, p.98)

Focus Mode (p.107)

Digital Zoom/

Intelligent Zoom icon (p.82) Memory status (p.46)

Remaining image storage

A10

p.119

)

Battery level indicator (p.39)

A11

Recorded Pixels (p.110)

A12

White Balance (p.114)

A13

AE Metering (p.116)

A14

Sensitivity (p.117)

A15

Histogram (p.30)

A16

EV Compensation (p.112)

A17

Date Imprint setting (p.123)

A18

Focus frame (p.70)

B1 B2 B3

Shutter s Aperture

peed

capacity

* A3 depends on the [D-Range Setting] setting in the [A Rec. Mode]

menu.

P When [Highlight Correction] is set to O Q When [Shadow Correction] is set to O O When [Highlight Correction] and [Shadow Correction] are set

to O

If [Highlight Correction] and [Shadow Correction] are both set to P (Off), nothing appears in A3.

* A4 varies depending on the following conditions.

f When the shutter release button is pressed halfway with the

[Pixel Track SR] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu set to P (Off) and camera shake is likely to occur

M When [Pixel Track SR] is set to O

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

halfway.

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

shutter release button halfway, the automatically selected shooting mode appears in A1 even when “No Info” is selected (p.78).

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

Display in Q Mode

F3 .5

1/ 25 0

10 0

00 38

14 :2 5

200

E d it

08 /0 8/ 200 9

10 0

00 38

14 :2 5

E d it

08 /0 8/ 200 9

E d it

The display shows the shooting information of the image in the playback mode. The display changes in the following sequence each time you press the 4/W button: “Normal Display”, “Histogram + Info” and “No Info”.

Normal Display

100

100-0038

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Histogram + Info

100

100-0038

0038

200

1/250

1/250 F3.5

F3.5

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