Ricoh G600 User Guide

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Camera User Guide

The serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera.

Basic Operations

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

This section provides a basic overview of how to turn on the camera, take pictures and play back pictures.

Advanced Operations

Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions.

This secti on provides more detai led information a bout the functions us ed to take pictures and play back pictures, as well as information on how to customize the camera settings, print pictures, and use the camera with a computer.

The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The battery is not charged at the time of purchase.

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Preface

This manual provides information on how to use the shooting and playback functions of this product, as well as warnings on its use. To make the best use of this product’s functions, read this manual thoroughly before use. Please keep this manual handy for ease of reference.

Safety Precautions For the safe use of your camera, be sure to read the safety precautions

Test Shooting Please be sure to do some test shooting to make sure it is recording

Exemption from Liability Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or play back images

Warranty This product is manufactured to local specifications and the warranty is valid

Radio Interference Operating this product in the vicinity of other electronic equipment may

This publication may not be reproduced in whol e or in part without the express written permission of Ricoh. © 2008 RICOH CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The contents of this document may be changed in the future, without prior notice. This booklet was created with thorough attention to its content. If, however, you have a question, spot an error, or find a description lacking, please refer to the end of t his booklet for information on how to contact us.

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thoroughly.

properly before normal use.

and other materials, other than for personal, home or similarly limited purposes, without the consent of the copyright holder is prohibited.

caused by malfunction of this product.

within the country of purchase. Should the product fail or malfunction while you are abroad, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or bearing the expenditure incurred thereof.

adversely affect the performance of both devices. In particular, operating the camera close to a radio or television may lead to interference. If interference occurs, follow the procedures below.

• Move the camera as far away as possible from the TV, radio or other device.

• Reorient the TV or radio antenna.

• Plug the devices into separate electrical outlets.

Ricoh Co., Ltd.

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Safety Precautions

Warning Symbols

Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are explained below.

Danger

Warning

Caution

Sample Warnings

Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this equipment.

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to imminent risk of death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to injury or physical damage if ignored or incorrectly handled.

The symbol alerts you to actions that must be performed.

The symbol alerts you to prohibited actions. The symbol may be combined with other symbols to indicate that a specific action is prohibited.  Examples

Do not touch Do not disassemble

Danger

 Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or alter the equipment yourself. The high-voltage

circuitry in the equipment poses significant electrical hazard.

 Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or directly solder the battery.

 Do not put the battery in a fire, attempt to heat it, use it in a high temperature

environment such as next to a fire or inside a car, or abandon it. Do not put it into water or the sea or allow it to get wet.

 Do not attempt to pierce, hit, compress, drop, or subject the battery to any other severe

impact or force.

 Do not use a battery that is significantly damaged or deformed.

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Warning

 Turn off the power immediately in the event of abnormalities such as smoke or unusual

odors being emitted. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet, be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid fire or electrical hazards. Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience.

 Turn off the power immediately if any metallic object, water, liqu id or other foreign

object gets into the camera. Remove the battery and memory card as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet, be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid fire or electrical hazards. Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience.

 Avoid any contact with the liquid crystal inside the picture display, should the picture

display be damaged. Follow the appropriate emergency measures below.

• SKIN: If any of the liquid crystal gets on your skin, wipe it off and rinse the affected area thoroughly with water, then wash well with soap.

• EYES: If it gets in your eyes, wash your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice immediately.

• INGESTION: If any of the liquid crystal is ingested, rinse the mouth out thoroughly with water. Have the person drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical assistance immediately.

 Follow these precautions to prevent the battery from leaking, overheating, igniting or

exploding.

• Do not use a battery other than those specifically recommended for the equipment.

• Do not carry or store together with metal objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces,

coins, hairpins, etc.

• Do not put the battery into a microwave or high pressure container.

• If leakage of battery fluid or a strange odor, color change, etc. is noticed during use or

during charging, remove the battery from the camera or battery charger immediately and keep it away from fire.

 Please observe the following in order to prevent fire, electrical shock or cracking of the

battery while charging.

• Use only the indicated power supply voltage. Also avoid the use of multi-socket adapters and extension cords.

• Do not damage, bundle or alter power cords. Also, do not place heavy objects on, stretch or bend power cords.

• Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands. Always grip the plug section when disconnecting a power cord.

• Do not cover equipment while charging.

 Keep the battery and SD memory card used in this equipment out of the reach of

children to prevent accidental ingestion. Consumption is harmful to human beings. If swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately.

 Keep the equipment out of the reach of children.

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 Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if they become exposed as a

result of being dropped or damaged. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment could lead to an electric shock. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. Take the equipment to your nearest dealer or service center if it is damaged.

 When using the camera in places where steam is present, such as a kitchen, do not

allow the internal parts of the camera to get wet. This could result in electrical shock or fire.

 Do not use the equipment near flammable gases, gasoline, benzene, thinner or similar

substances to avoid the risk of explosion, fire or burns.

 Do not use the equipment in locations where usage is restricted or prohibited as this

may lead to disasters or accidents.

 Wipe off any dust that accumulates on the electrical plug as this may lead to fire.  Use only the specified AC adapter in household electrical outlets. Other adapters pose

the risk of fire, electric shock or injury.

 To avoid the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, do not use the battery charger or AC

adapter with commercially available electronic transformers when traveling abroad.

Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit.

Caution

 Contact with fluid leaking from a battery can lead to burns. If part of your body comes

in contact with a damaged battery, rinse the area with water immediately. (Do not use soap.) If a battery starts to leak, remove it immediately from the equipment and wipe the battery chamber thoroughly before replacing it with a new battery.

 Plug the power cords securely into the electrical outlets. Loose cords pose a fire

hazard.

 When operating the camera with wet hands be careful not to get the internal parts wet.

This could result in electrical shock.

 Do not fire the flash at drivers of vehicles, as this may cause the driver to lose control

and result in a traffic accident.

Safety Precautions for Accessories

When using optional products, carefully read the instructions provided with the product before using that product.

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Using the Manuals

The following two manuals are included with your G600.

“Camera User Guide” (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera. It

also explains how to install the provided software on your computer. * The “Camera User Guide” (English edition) is available from

the provided CD-ROM as a PDF file.

“Software User Guide” (PDF file) The “Software User Guide” is available in the following folders

on the provided CD-ROM. This guide explains how to download images from the camera to your computer and display and edit them on your computer.

Each language has its ow n “Software User Guide” in the respective folder.

“Camera User Guide” (English edition) (PDF file)

To copy the “Software User Guide” onto your hard disk, copy the PDF file from the above folder directly to your hard disk.

The camera is provided with the Irodio Photo & Video Studio software that allows you to display and edit images on your computer. For how to use Irodio Photo & Video Studio, see the displayed “Help”.

For more information on Irodio Photo & Video Studio, contact the Customer Support Center below.

North America (U.S.) TEL: (Toll Free) +1-800-458-4029 Europe UK, Germany, France and Spain: TEL: (Toll Free) +800-1532-4865 Other Countries: TEL: +44-1489-564-764 Asia TEL: +63-2-438-0090 China TEL: +86-21-5450-0391

Business hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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Key Features

Rugged camera body stands up to water, dust and shocks

The camera provides water resistance and dust resistance equivalent to JIS/IEC waterproof grade 7 and JIS/IEC dustproof grade 6 (IP67). In addition, the camera is shock resistant when dropped from a height of up to 1.5 meters.

Wide-angle zoom lens can capture wideangle pictures

The camera comes with a wide-angle optical zoom (5.0×) lens for a wide shooting range of between 28 mm and 140 mm*. Add the optional wide conversion lens to extend the shooting range to 22 mm* for even wider angle shooting. *Equivalent to that on a 35mm camera

Camera shake correction function reduces blurring (P.91)

The camera comes with a camera shake correction function to allow you to take clearer pictures with minimized blurring even indoors, at night and in other situations where camera shake may occur.

Built-in flash with a maximum range of

(P.40)

10 m

The built-in flash has a maximum range of 10 m when used in wide-angle mode and

6.2 m when used in telephoto mode. This enables you to take a wider variety of pictures. You can also attach an external flash. (GP.178)

Power your camera in one of three ways (P.22)

You can power the camera using the supplied rechargeable battery, AAA alkaline batteries, AAA oxyride batteries or AAA nickel-hydrogen batteries, or the optional AC adapter for convenient shooting anytime, anywhere.

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CALS Mode supports the digitization of public works pictures (P.42)

Simply turning the mode dial to CALS allows you to capture images suitable for submitting as official public works pictures.

ADJ. (Adjust) button enables easier camera operations (P.62)

The ADJ. button simplifies the camera setting procedures. By assigning your favorite functions to the ADJ. button, you can easily make various settings just by pressing the ADJ. button.

Take close-up shots 1 cm (from the front of the camera) away (P.38)

The unsurpassed macro shooting function allows you to capture details from a very close distance at only approximately 1 cm (from the front of the camera).

High-sensitivity mode for shooting firefighting activities (P.44)

This mode allows you to take clear, sharp pictures at the scene of a fire, unaffected by flames or smoke. The picture display becomes brighter in dimly lit places, ensuring a clear view of the subject.

Skew Correction Mode helps straighten skewed images (P.44)

In Skew Correction Mode, a rectangular object shot at an angle can be straightened to look as if it were shot squarely. With the simple touch of a button, you can straighten skewed images of objects such as a message board, a display panel, or a name card.

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CANCEL

High Sensitivity Mode for shooting in dimly lit places (P.44)

The High Sensitivity Mode enables shooting in dark places. The picture display becomes brighter, making it easier to compose the shot.

Direct printing without the use of a computer (P.113)

A Direct Print-compatible printer can be connected to the camera with the USB cable to directly transfer images to the printer. This allows for easy printing without using a computer. You can also print reports and camera memos.

Camera memos enable easy sorting, searching and management of images

Load memo items preset with a computer and add them to shot still images. For details about camera memos, refer to the “Software User Guide” (PDF file).

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Contents

Safety Precautions ........................................................................ 1

Using the Manuals......................................................................... 4

Key Features................................................................................. 5

Contents ........................................................................................ 8

Basic Operations 13

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Packing List................................................................................. 14

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

How to Use the Mode Dial........................................................... 18

Picture Display ............................................................................ 19

Getting Ready ............................................................................. 22

About the Battery .................................................................................... 22

SD Memory Card (available in stores) .................................................... 24

Charging the Rechargeable Battery........................................................26

Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card ............................................. 27

Turning the Power On/Off .......................................................................29

Setting the Language..............................................................................30

Setting the Date and Time ......................................................................31

Basic Shooting ............................................................................ 32

Holding the Camera ................................................................................32

Shooting ..................................................................................................34

Using the Zoom Function ........................................................................37

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting)....................................................38

Using the Flash .......................................................................................40

Shooting in CALS Mode..........................................................................42

Shooting with My Settings Mode.............................................................43

Shooting with Optimal Settings According to Shooting Conditions .........44

t Using the Self-Timer ........................................................................... 48

Playing Back Images ................................................................... 49

Viewing Your Images ..............................................................................49

Grid View (Thumbnail Display)................................................................51

Enlarging Images .................................................................................... 52

Deleting Files............................................................................... 53

Deleting a File .........................................................................................53

Deleting All Files .....................................................................................54

Deleting Multiple Files at One Time ........................................................54

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Changing the Display with the DISP. Button ............................... 57

Maximizing the Picture Display Brightness ............................................. 58

Histogram................................................................................................ 59

Advanced Operations 61

Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions.

1 Various Shooting Functions 62

Using the ADJ. Button ................................................................. 62

Functions that can be set in Scene Mode ............................................... 63

Changing the Text Density (Scene Mode) .............................................. 64

Shifting the AF Target (Macro)................................................................65

Shooting Setting Menu ................................................................ 66

Using the Menu ....................................................................................... 68

Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size

(PIC QUALITY/SIZE)............................................................... 69

Changing the Focusing Mode (FOCUS)...................................... 71

Manual Focus Shooting (MF)..................................................................72

Changing the AE Metering Mode (AE METERING) .................... 74

Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) ........ 75

Shooting with Multi-Shot (CONT. MODE) ................................... 76

Setting the Color Depth (COLOR DEPTH).................................. 78

Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures

(AUTO BRACKET) .................................................................. 79

Shooting Consecutively with Different White Balance (WB-BKT) ...........80

Using Long Time Exposure (TIME EXPOSURE)........................ 82

Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (INTERVAL) .... 83

Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT)................ 85

Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.) ........................... 86

Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) ............ 87

Setting the White Balance Manually (MANUAL SETTINGS)..................89

Changing the Sensitivity (ISO SETTING) .................................... 90

Using the Camera Shake Correction Function to

Prevent Camera Shake (CAMERA SHAKE COR) .................. 91

Shooting with the Edit Detection Function

(EDIT DETECTION) ................................................................ 92

Returning the Shooting Setting Menu Settings to their Defaults

(RESTORE DEFAULTS)......................................................... 93

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2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies 94

3 Shooting Movies ................................................................................ 94

Playing Back Movies ...............................................................................96

3 Other Playback Functions 97

Playback Setting Menu................................................................ 97

Using the Menu ....................................................................................... 98

Rotating Images (ROTATION) .................................................... 99

Changing the Image Size (RESIZE) .......................................... 100

Correcting the Image Brightness and Contrast

(CORRECT CONTRAST)...................................................... 101

Straightening Skewed Images (SKEW CORRECTION)............ 102

Write-protecting Files (PROTECT)............................................ 104

Protecting a File ....................................................................................104

Protecting All Files ................................................................................105

Protecting Multiple Files at Once ..........................................................106

Displaying Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) ....... 107

Copying the Contents of the Internal Memory to

an SD Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) ............................... 108

Using a Printing Service (DPOF)............................................... 109

Setting DPOF for the Displayed Still Image ..........................................109

Setting DPOF for All Still Images ..........................................................110

Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images..................................................111

Restoring Deleted Files (RECOVER FILE) ............................... 112

4 Direct Printing 113

Direct Print Function.................................................................. 113

Connecting the Camera to a Printer .......................................... 114

Printing Still Images................................................................... 115

Printing One or All Still Images .............................................................115

Printing Several Still Images .................................................................118

Printing Reports ....................................................................................120

Printing a Camera Memo on a Report ..................................................121

5 Changing Camera Settings 122

SETUP Menu ............................................................................ 122

Using the SETUP Menu ........................................................................123

Preparing the SD Memory Card (FORMAT [CARD]) ................ 125

Formatting the Internal Memory (FORMAT [INT. MEM.]).......... 126

Adjusting the Brightness of the Picture Display

(LCD BRIGHTNESS)............................................................. 127

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Registering Custom Settings (REG. MY SETTINGS) ............... 128

Changing the Step Zooming Setting (STEP ZOOM)................. 130

Changing the Auto Power Off Setting (AUTO POWER OFF) ... 131 Changing the Operation Sound Setting

(OPERATION SOUNDS)....................................................... 132

Changing the Operation Sound Volume (VOL. SETTINGS) ..... 133

Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) ............ 134

Using the Auto Resize Zoom (DIGITAL ZOOM IMG)................ 135

Assigning a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN. SET.)....... 137

Changing the AF Auxiliary Light Setting (AF AUX. LIGHT)....... 138

Enlarging Icon Display (ENLGE PHOTO ICON) ....................... 139

Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) .................. 140

Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS)......................... 142

Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE/N) ............... 143

Selecting the Picture Quality and Size in CALS Mode

(CALS PIC QUALITY) ........................................................... 144

Changing the Camera Memo Mode

(CAMERA MEMO MODE)..................................................... 145

Displaying the Date and Time at Camera Startup

(START DATE/TIME) ............................................................ 146

6 Downloading Images to Your Computer 147

For Windows ............................................................................. 147

System Requirements for Using the supplied CD-ROM .......................148

CD-ROM Setup .....................................................................................149

When [Installing the software] is Clicked...............................................150

When [Installing EC1] is Clicked ...........................................................153

When [Installing DeskTopBinder Lite] is Clicked...................................154

When [Browse User’s Manual (Software Version)] is Clicked...............155

When [Browse CD-ROM Content] is Clicked ........................................156

Uninstalling the Software ...................................................................... 157

Downloading Images Using the RICOH Gate La ..................................159

Downloading Images Without Using RICOH Gate La........................... 160

Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer ..................................162

For Macintosh............................................................................ 163

Downloading Images to Your Computer ...............................................163

Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer ..................................164

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7 Appendices 165

Troubleshooting......................................................................... 165

Error Messages.....................................................................................165

Camera Troubleshooting ......................................................................166

Software and Computer Troubleshooting .............................................171

Specifications ............................................................................ 173

Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/

SD Memory Card ..............................................................................176

Optional Accessories................................................................. 177

Using a Wide Conversion Lens.............................................................177

Using the External Flash ........................................................... 178

Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camera is

Turned Off ............................................................................. 179

Using the AC Adapter (sold separately) .................................... 181

Using Your Camera Abroad ...................................................... 183

Cautions on Use........................................................................ 184

Care and Storage ...................................................................... 186

Warranty and Servicing ............................................................. 188

Index ......................................................................................... 190

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Basic Operations

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Packing List .........................14

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

How to Use the Mode

Dial....................................18

Picture Display....................19

Getting Ready......................22

Basic Shooting....................32

Playing Back Images .......... 49

Deleting Files....................... 53

Changing the Display with

the DISP. Button..............57

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Packing List

Open the package and make sure all the items are included.

G600

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

The serial number of the camera is provided on the bottom face of the camera.

USB Cable

Used to connect the camera to a computer or Direct Printcompatible printer.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Attaching the neck strap to the camera

Thread the small end of the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera and loop the ends as shown.

Rechargeable Battery

Battery Charger

Neck Strap

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Camera User Guide

(This booklet)

Warranty

Optional Accessories

AC Adapter (AC-4c)

Used for power supply from a household outlet to the camera. Use this adapter fo r long periods of playback or when transferring images to a computer.

Rechargeable Battery (DB-60)

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

CD-ROM

The provided software and the “Software User Guide” are included on this CD-ROM. Although the software included in the CD-ROM cannot be used with Macintosh, it is possible to display the Software User Guide. (Only on computers with Acrobat installed.)

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

For the latest information about accessories, visit the Ricoh website at http://www.ricohpmmc.com.

Battery Charger (BJ-6)

Wide Conversion Lens (DW-5)

Soft Case (SC-600)

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Camera

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Front View

Names of Parts

Item Name Refer to

1 Shutter Release Button P.34

2 Mode Dial P.18

3 Power Button P.29

4 AF Auxiliary Light P.138

5 Accessory Shoe P.178

6 Strap Eyelet P.14

7 Flash P.40

8 Speaker P.96

9 Terminal Cover P.114, 163

10 Lens -

11 Microphone P.94

12 USB Terminal P.114, 159, 163

7 8

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Rear View

2 3

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

5 6 7

Item Name Refer to

1 Picture Display P.19

2 Auto Focus/Flash Lamp P.34, 40

3 Strap Eyelet P.14 4 z (Telephoto)/8 (Enlarged View) Button P.37, 52 5 Z (Wide-angle)/9 (Thumbnail Display) Button P.37, 51 6 !/MODE Button P.44

7 MENU/OK Button P.68, 98, 123

8 DISP. Button P.57 9 "/N (Macro) Button P.38

(Delete)/t (Self-timer) Button

11 #/F (Flash) Button P.40

12 ADJ./MEMO Button P.62 13 6 (Playback) Button P.49

14 Tripod Screw Hole -

15 Battery/Card Cover P.27, 181

P.53, 48

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How to Use the Mode Dial

Set the mode dial to the desired mode before shooting still images or movies.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Turn the mode dial to the symbol of the function you want to use.

Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions

Symbol Function Description Refer to

Allows you to shoot still images in a

quality and size suitable for submitting

CALS CALS Mode

5 Auto Shooting Mode

MY1, MY2 MY Settings Mode

SCENE Scene Mode

as public works pictures.

You can select from seven different

options for picture quality and size in

[CALS PIC QUALITY] on the SETUP

menu.

Automatically sets the optimal aperture

value and shutter speed depending on

the subject.

Allows you to shoot using the settings

registered in [REG. MY SETTINGS].

Allows you to shoot with settings

optimized for the shooting scene. Also

allows you to shoot movies.

P.42

P.34

P.43

P.44

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Picture Display

INTERVAL

1 SEC.

SHTR BTN:START

Example of Picture Display when Shooting Pictures

123 5678

10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

1 Flash Mode P.40 17 Color Depth P.78

2 Macro Shooting P.38 18 Exposure Compensation P.86

3 Self-timer P.48 19 ISO Setting P.90

4 Scene Mode/Multi-shot P.44, 76 20 Date Imprint P.85

5 Shooting Mode Types P.18 21 Interval P.83

6 Recording Destination P.24 22 Time Exposure P.82

7 Remaining Number of

8 Picture Quality P.69

9 Image Size P.69 25 Battery Symbol P.21

10 Zoom Bar P.37 26 Camera Shake Warning

11 Edit Detection P.92

12 Focus P.71 27 Aperture Value P.173

13 Auto Bracket P.79, 80 28 Shutter Speed P.173

14 White Balance Mode P.87 29 Remaining Recording

15 AE Metering Mode P.74

16 Sharpness P.75 30 Recording Time P.176

4 9

INTERVAL

29 30

1 SEC.

24 25

SHTR BTN:START

Movie Mode

27 28

Still Image Mode

Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to

P.176 23 Histogram P.59

Still Images

24 Camera Shake

Correction

Symbol

Time

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

P.91

P.33

P.176

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• The number of remaining shots available may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject.

• Movie recording time and the maximum number of still images may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card.

• When the number of remaining shots is 10,000 or more, “9999” is displayed.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Example of Picture Display During Playback

12 3 4 56

8, 9

Still Image Mode

Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to

1 Protect P.104 8 Picture Quality P.69

2 DPOF P.109 9 Image Size P.69

3 Mode Types - 10 File No. -

4 Playback Data Source P.50 11 Battery Symbol P.21

5 Number of Playback Files - 12 Date at Shooting P.142

6 Total Number of Files - 13 Recording Time or

7 Setting at Shooting

(Recording)

14 Indicator -

Movie Mode

Lapsed Time

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The picture display may display messages to inform you of operational instructions or the camera’s status while in use.

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Battery Level Indication

A battery symbol appears at the lower right of the picture display to indicate the battery level. Recharge the battery before it is depleted or exchange with new batteries.

Battery Symbol Description

The battery is sufficiently charged.

Green

The battery level begins to drop. Recharging the battery or exchanging with new batteries is recommended.

The battery level is low. Recharge the battery or exchange with new batteries.

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• If you are using AAA nickel-hydrogen batteries or AAA Oxyride batteries, depending on the type of batteries and usage conditions, may not appear, or or

may instantaneously appear. Check your batteries beforehand.

• If you are using the AC adapter, may appear. This does not indicate malfunction and you can continue to use the camera.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

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Getting Ready

Turn the power on and get ready to shoot.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

• If the camera is on, m ake sure it is turned off before inserting or removing the battery.

• For information on how to turn the camera off, see P.29.

About the Battery

Rechargeable Battery DB-60 (supplied)

This is a lithium-ion battery. It is economical because you can recharge it using the battery charger and use it over and over again.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The following types of batteries can also be used.

• AAA Alkaline Batteries (available in stores)

You can obtain them anywhere, so they are convenient for travel. However, in a low-temperature environment the number of shots you can take will decrease. Warm the batteries before use. It is recommended that you use the rechargeable battery when using the camera for a long time.

• AAA Oxyride Batteries (available in stores)

These are not rechargeable batteries, but they can be used longer in a digital camera than AAA alkaline batteries.

• AAA Nickel-Hydrogen Batteries (available in stores)

These batteries are economical because you can recharge and use them over and over again. For charging the batteries, please use a battery charger that is compatible with the batteries.

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Number of shots you can take ---------------------------------------------------------------

• Approximate number of shots you can take on a single charge

Battery Type Number of Shots

Rechargeable Battery (DB-60) approx. 360

AAA Alkaline Batteries (available in stores) approx. 60

• Based on CIPA standard (Temperature: 23 degrees Celsius, picture display on, 30 seconds between shots, changing the zoom setting from telephoto to wide-angle or wide-angle to telephoto for each shot, 50% flash usage, turning the power off after each 10 shots).

• The storage capacity of shots when using AAA alkaline batteries is based on the use of AAA alkaline batteries manufactured by Matsushita Battery Industrial Co., Ltd.

• Set the camera to synchro-monitor mode to increase the number of shots you can take. (GP.57)

• The number of shots is for reference only. If the camera is used for long periods of time for setting and playback, the shooting time (the number of shots) will decrease. If you intend to use the camera for a long period of time, we recommend carrying a spare battery.

(Normal Mode)

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• The nickel-hydrogen batteries available in stores are not factory-charged. Charge them before use.

• The nickel-hydrogen batteries may be inert and consequently may not supply power immediately after they are purchased or when left unused for more than a month. In such a case, recharge the batteries two or three times before use. The batteries selfdischarge with time even if the camera is not used, so recharge them before use.

• The life of an AAA alkaline battery depends on the brand and the storage time from the date of production. In addition, the life of an AAA alkaline battery becomes shorter at low temperatures.

• Other batteries, such as manganese dry cell and Ni-Cd batteries, cannot be used.

• The battery may become very hot immediately after operation. Turn the camera off

and leave it to cool down sufficiently before removing the battery.

• Remove the battery if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time.

• When using a lithium-ion battery, use only the specified rechargeable lithium-ion

battery (DB-60). Do not use other rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.

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SD Memory Card (available in stores)

You can store still images you have taken either in the camera’s internal memory or on an SD memory card (available in stores). The internal memory capacity is approx. 52 MB. To record a lot of still images or movies at high resolutions, use a

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high-capacity SD memory card.

Formatting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Before using a new SD memory card, be sure to format it with this camera. If an error message such as [CARD ERROR] is displayed when an SD memory card is loaded in the camera or the card has been used with a computer or different digital camera, you must format the card with this camera prior to use. (GP.125)

Where images are recorded-------------------------------------------------------------------

When no SD memory card is loaded, the camera records images to the internal memory; when an SD memory card is loaded, it records images to the SD memory card.

When no SD memory card is loaded When an SD memory card is loaded

Records to the internal memory Records to the SD memory card

Caution ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• If an SD memory card is loaded, the camera will not record to the internal memory, even if the card is full.

• Take care not to get the contacts of the card dirty.

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Write-protecting your images ---------------------------------------------------------------

Move the write-protection switch on the SD memory card to LOCK to prevent yo ur still images from being acc identally erased or the card from being formatted. If you unlock the card (by returning the switch to its original position), it is once again possible to erase images and format the card. It is recommended to move the write-protection switch to LOCK when you have some important data recorded. Note that you cannot shoot images on a locked card because no data can be recorded to the card. Unlock the card before shooting.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• For information on switching between the SD memory card and internal memory during playback, see P.50.

• Movie recording time and the maximum number of still images varies depending on the capacity of the SD memory card. (GP.176)

• When using an SD memory card previously used with another camera, be sure to back up any necessary data on the card before formatting it.

• SDHC memory card (8 GB) can also be used.

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Charging the Rechargeable Battery

The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use.

Insert the battery into the battery charger, making

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sure that the and markings on the battery match those on the battery charger.

• The battery label should face up.

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Be careful not to reverse the and sides.

Plug the power cable into an outlet.

• Use the battery charger (BJ-6) to recharge the battery.

• Charging starts, and the charger lamp indicates the progress, as shown below. Once charging has finished, unplug the power cable from the power outlet.

Charger Lamp Description

Lit Charging started

Off Charging complete

Flashing The battery charger terminal may be soiled or the battery

• Depending on the battery level, the charging time differs.

Rechargeable battery charging time

DB-60 Approx. 2 hours (25 °C)

charger/battery may be faulty. (After unplugging the power cable from the power outlet and wiping the battery charger terminal with a dry cloth or cotton swab, plug it in again. If the charger lamp continues to flash, it is possible that the battery charger or battery is faulty. Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet, and remove the battery.)

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Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card

The rechargeable battery (DB-60) can be used to power this camera. This battery is convenient because the battery power lasts long and it can be used over and over again by recharging. Make sure that the camera is off before loading or removing the battery or card.

Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover.

Make sure the SD memory card is facing the right way and then push the card all the way in until it clicks.

• The rechargeable battery may be inserted first.

Insert the rechargeable battery.

• Press and hold the hook with the side of the battery while inserting it all the way into the battery compartment.

• When the battery is loaded in place, it is locked with the hook.

Loading the specified dry cell batteries (available in stores)

• Insert the batteries in the direction shown.

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Close the battery/card cover and turn the knob toward the L mark.

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Removing the SD Memory Card

Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. Push in the SD memory card and gently release to eject it. Pull the card out of the camera.

Removing the Rechargeable Battery

Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. Press and release the hook. The battery will be ejected. Pull the battery out of the camera. Be careful not to drop the battery when removing it from the camera.

Removing the Dry Cell Batteries

Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. The batteries will be ejected. Pull the batteries out of the camera. Be careful not to drop the dry cell batteries when removing them from the camera.

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• Close the battery/card cover and terminal cover securely. Water and dust may get inside the camera.

• Before opening or closing the battery/card cover or terminal cover, be sure to remove any water, sand or mud adhering to the camera, and avoid opening and closing the cover in places where such contaminants may get inside the camera.

• Remove the battery if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time. Store the removed battery in a dry cool place.

• Make sure that the rechargeable battery and SD memory card are facing the right way when inserted into the camera. Inserting the rechargeable battery or SD memory card in the wrong direction and forcing close the battery/card cover may damage the camera, rechargeable battery or SD memory card.

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Turning the Power On/Off

To turn the power on:

Press the power button.

• After the start sound, the auto focus/ flash lamp blinks for several seconds.

Using the Camera in playback mode

•Pressing the 6 (Playback) button for more than one second turns on the camera in playback mode, allowing you to start playback at once.

To turn the power off:

Press the power button.

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• When the camera is turned on with the 6 button, pressing the 6 button again

switches playback mode to recording mode.

• After the camera is turned on, it takes longer for the camera to become ready for shooting when using the flash than when not using the flash.

Auto Power Off ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• If the camera goes unused for a set period of time, it will automatically turn itself off to save power. (Auto Power Off)

• The Auto Power Off setting can be changed. (GP.131)

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Setting the Language

When the power is turned on for the first time, the language setting screen appears (for the picture display language). After setting the language, go on to the date/time setting (for printing the date and time on your photos).

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You can shoot without these settings. However, be sure to set the language, and the date/time later. Use the SETUP menu for these settings.

Turn the power on for the first time after purchase.

• The language selection screen appears.

• To skip language setting, press the MENU/OK button.

• When the MENU/OK button is pressed, the language setting is cancelled and the video signal format-setting screen appears.

Press the !" buttons to select a language.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The display language is set, and the date/time setting screen appears.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

For how to set the display language and date/time on the SETUP menu, see “Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE/ (DATE SETTINGS)” (P.142) in this guide.

N)” (P.143) and “Setting the Date and Time

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Setting the Date and Time

When the power is turned on for the first time, the date/time setting screen appears.

Press the !"#$ buttons to set the year, month, date and time.

• Change the value with !" and move the frame with #$.

Setting at shipping

In [FORMAT], choose the date and time format.

• Select the date and time format with !".

Check the display and then press the MENU/OK button.

• The date is set.

• Press the DISP. button when this screen is displayed to cancel the setting.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• If the battery is removed for more than three days, the date and time settings will be lost. These settings must be made again.

• To retain the date and time settings, load a battery with adequate remaining power for more than ten hours.

• The set date and time can be changed later. (GP.142)

• The date and time can be inserted into images. (GP.85)

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Basic Shooting

Now you are ready.

Holding the Camera

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Hold the camera as shown below for best results.

Hold the camera with both hands and lightly press both elbows against your body.

Put your finger on the shutter release button.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

When you are shooting, be careful not to obstruct the lens or flash with your fingers, hair, or the strap.

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Preventing Camera Shake ---------------------------------------------------------------------

If you move t he camera when pressing th e shutter release button, th e still image might not come out clearly due to camera shake. Camera shake tends to occur in the following cases:

• When shooting in a dark place without using the flash

• When using the zoom function

• When shooting using long time exposure (GP.82)

When the J symbol appears on the picture display, this indicates that camera shake may occur. To prevent camera shake, try any of the following.

• Using the camera shake correction function (GP.91)

• Setting the flash to [AUTO] or [FLASH ON] (GP.40)

• Raising the ISO setting (GP.90)

• Using the self-timer (GP.48)

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Shooting

The shutter release button works in two steps. When you press the shutter release button halfway (Half-press), the auto-focus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Next, press it all the way down (Full-press) to shoot.

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When your subject is not in the center of your composition, compose your photo after focusing. (Focus Lock)

Press the power button to turn the camera on, and turn the mode dial to

Put the subject of your photo in the center of the screen and press the shutter release button halfway.

• The camera focuses on the subject and the exposure is fixed.

• If automatic focusing fails, the frame in the center of the picture display turns red and the auto focus/flash lamp in the upper right of the picture display blinks in green.

• The focal distance is measured at a maximum of nine points. Green frames appear to indicate the positions that are in focus.

Auto Focus/Flash Lamp

Frame

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To take a picture with the subject in the foreground in focus against a background, half-press the shutter release button to focus on the subject, and then compose your shot.

Subject to be focused on

Shooting range

Gently press the shutter release button all the way.

• The still image you have taken appears momentarily on the picture display and is recorded to the internal memory or SD memory card.

Focusing---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The frame in the center of the picture display and the auto focus/flash lamp indicate whether the subject is in or out of focus.

Focus Status Frame Color Auto Focus/Flash Lamp

Before focusing White Off

Subject in focus Green On (green)

Subject not in focus Red Blinks (green)

• It may be impossible to bring the following subjects into focus, or they may not be in focus even when the frame color is green.

• Subjects lacking contrast (the sky, a white wall, the hood of a car, etc.)

• Flat two-dimensional objects with only horizontal lines and no significant

protrusions.

• Quickly moving objects.

• Things in poorly lit places.

• Areas with strong backlighting, or reflections.

• Things that flicker, such as fluorescent lights.

When you want to shoot subjects like this, first focus on an object the same distance as your subject and then shoot.

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Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• Press the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake.

• The J symbol indicates that camera shake may occur. Hold the camera still and

focus the camera again. You can also turn on the camera shake correction function to minimize blurring. (GP.91)

• The flash fires twice to increase the AE (Auto Exposure) accuracy.

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• You can set the time the still image you have taken appears on the picture display. You can also set the image not to appear after it is taken. (GP.134)

• You cannot use the camera’s built-in flash when using an external flash. (GP.178)

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Using the Zoom Function

Pressing the z (Telephoto) button allows you to take a close-up picture of the subject. Pressing the Z (Wide-angle) button allows you to take a wide-angle picture.

Wide-angle Telephoto

With the camera ready to shoot, press the Z button or the z button.

• You can check the zoom status on the zoom bar of the picture display.

Compose your picture and half-press the shutter release button.

Full-press the shutter release button.

Using the Digital Zoom -------------------------------------------------------------------------

While you can use the normal zoom to enlarge the subject up to 5.0 times, digital zooming allows you to enlarge the subject still further (up to another 4.0 times). For digital zooming, release the z button once when the zoom reaches the limit on the z end on the zoom bar, and then hold the z button down again. If [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] is set to 3648 × 2736, you can also set [DIGITAL ZOOM IMG] to [AUTO RSZ]. (GP.135)

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

You can also set the focal length of the zoom so that it stops at six levels. (GP.130)

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Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting)

Using the N (Macro) button allows you to take a tight close-up of the subject. (Macro shooting) This is good for shooting small subjects because you can shoot up to approximately 1 cm (0.4 in.) (from the front of the camera)

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away.

With the camera ready to shoot, press the N button.

• N is displayed momentarily at the center of the picture display and then a N is displayed at the top of the screen.

Compose your picture and half-press the shutter release button.

Full-press the shutter release button.

• To cancel macro mode, press the N button again.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• When using the zoom, you can shoot close-ups within the following distances:

Wide-Angle Approx. 1 cm

Telephoto Approx. 15 cm

• The AF target shift function enables you to lock the focus for macro shooting with the simple touch of a button without moving the camera. This function is useful for shooting on a tripod. (GP.65)

(from the front of the camera)

Shooting ra nge: approx. 21.8 mm × 16.4 mm

Shooting ra nge: approx. 42.3 mm × 31.7 mm (when digital zoom is not used)

Shooting range: approx. 10.6 mm × 7.9 mm (when 4.0× digital zoom is used)

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• To take a further close-up picture during macro shooting, use [ZOOM MACRO] in scene mode. (GP.44)

• The macro shooting functions for scene mode are shown below.

Scene Mode Macro Shooting

HIGH SENS Enabled

FIREFIGHTING Enabled

SKEW COR MODE Enabled

TEXT MODE Enabled

ZOOM MACRO Macro shooting only

MOVIE Enabled

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Using the Flash

Press the F (Flash) button to change the flash mode. At the time of purchase, the camera is set to [FLASH OFF].

Flash Modes

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Flash Range for When the Flash Mode is Set to [AUTO] (for when the ISO Setting is set to [AUTO] GP.90)

FLASH OFF The flash will not fire.

AUTO The flash fires automatically when the subject is poorly

RED-EYE FLASH Reduces the red-eye phenomenon, in which people’s

FLASH ON The flash fires regardless of the lighting conditions.

FLASH ON (10M) The flash always fires with a range of 10 m.

FLASH SYNCHRO. The flash fires with the shutter speed slowed. This is

Wide-angle Approx. 20 cm to 3.9 m (from the front of the camera)

Telephoto Approx. 40 cm to 2.5 m (from the front of the camera)

lit or backlit.

eyes appear red in pictures.

When zoomed in on your subject, the flash fires with a range of 6.2 m.

useful when taking portrait pictures in a nightscape. Camera shake may occur, so the use of a tripod is recommended.

With the camera ready to shoot, press the F button.

• The list of the flash mode symbol is displayed on the picture display.

Press the !" buttons to select the flash mode.

• The flash mode symbol is displayed at the upper left of the picture display.

• The auto focus/flash lamp blinks while the flash charges. Once the flash is charged, the lamp turns off and the camera is ready to shoot.

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Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• The flash mode setting is retained until you press the F button again.

• The flash does not fire for movie, multi-shot, auto bracket, or white balance settings.

• The flash fires twice to increase the AE (Auto Exposure) accuracy.

• When using AAA alkaline batteries, AAA oxyride batteries, or AAA nickel-hydrogen

batteries, the picture display will switch off while the flash charges.

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Shooting in CALS Mode

In CALS mode, you can shoot photos in a quality and size suitable to be submitted as official public works pictures. Picture quality and size are set beforehand in [CALS PIC QUALITY] on the SETUP menu (GP.144). At the time of purchase, [CALS PIC

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QUALITY] is set to [N1280(1M)] (No. of pixels: Normal 1280 × 960, file size: approx. 423 KB) which is suitable for submitting images as official public works pictures (based on Japanese standards).

Select the picture quality and size in [CALS PIC QUALITY] on the SETUP menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.144.

Turn the mode dial to CALS.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

Press the shutter release button.

• When the mode dial is set to a mode other than CALS, [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] returns to the setting in the previous mode.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

You can register [CALS PIC QUALITY] as My Settings. (GP.144)

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Shooting with My Settings Mode

Setting the mode dial to MY1 or MY2 allows you to shoot with preset settings. Use [REG. MY SETTINGS] on the SETUP menu to make the MY1 and MY2 settings. (GP.128)

Turn the mode dial to MY1 or MY2.

• Turn the mode dial to MY1 to make the settings for [SETTING1] in [REG. MY SETTINGS].

• Turn the mode dial to MY2 to make the settings for [SETTING2] in [REG. MY SETTINGS].

Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

You can change the camera settings set in my settings mode. Changing the mode or turning the camera off returns the settings to the original MY1 and MY2 settings.

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Shooting with Optimal Settings According to Shooting Conditions

You can use scene mode to select from among five still image modes and movie, and shoot with settings automatically optimized for shooting conditions.

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Scene Modes

Use when taking pictures in dimly lit places. The picture display also

HIGH SENS

FIREFIGHTING

SKEW COR MODE

TEXT MODE

ZOOM MACRO

MOVIE

becomes brighter.

Use to capture images under difficult conditions such as the scene of a fire. The focal length is fixed to 2.5 m, allowing you to take clear pictures in a situation where the auto focus would normally produce blurred images due to flames, smoke and water vapor. Increasing the ISO sensitivity extends the range of the flash, and prevents camera shake by controlling the shutter speed even when the flash is not used. The sharpness level is also increased in this mode and the picture display becomes brighter and is suited for firefighting.

Use to straighten a rectangular object, such as a message board or business card, shot at an angle to make it look as if it were shot squarely. For detailed operations, see P.46.

In Skew Correction Mode, choose from [F1280], [N1280], and [N640] for [PIC QUALITY/SIZE]. (GP.69)

Use when capturing text images, for example notes written on a whiteboard at a meeting. You can also change the shading of text. (GP.64) You can set the image size to either 3648 × 2736 or 2048 × 1536 pixels. (GP.69)

The zoom position is automatically optimized, allowing you to take a larger close-up than with normal macro shooting. The optical zoom cannot be used in this mode. For detailed operations, see P.47.

Allows you to shoot movies with sound. For detailed operations, see P.94.

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Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

For informat ion on shooting setti ng menu items in sc ene mode, see “Avail able Settings When Mode Dial is Set to SCENE”. (GP.67)

Turn the mode dial to SCENE.

• The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture display.

Press the MODE button to select the scene mode.

• The scene mode selection screen appears.

Press the !" buttons to select the scene mode.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The scene mode type is displayed at the top of the picture display.

Press the shutter release button.

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Returning to Normal Shooting Mode

Turn the mode dial to 5.

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Using the Skew Correction Mode

Turn the mode dial to SCENE.

Press the MODE button.

• The scene mode selection screen appears.

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Press the !" buttons to select [SKEW COR MODE].

Press the MENU/OK button.

Press the shutter release button to shoot the subject.

• The display indicates that the image is being processed, and then the area recognized as the correction range is displayed with an orange frame. Up to five areas can be recognized.

• If the target area cannot be detected, an error message appears. The original image remains unchanged.

• To select another correction area, move the orange frame to the target area by pressing the $ button.

• To cancel skew correction, press the ! button. Even if you cancel skew correction, the original image remains unchanged.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The display indicates that the image is being corrected, and then the corrected image is recorded. The image before correction is also recorded.

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

When [SKEW COR MODE] is selected, note the following:

• To shoot the subject as large as possible, position it so that the entire portion of the subject is visible on the picture display.

• The camera may fail to recognize the subject in the following cases:

• When the image is out of focus

• When four edges of the subject are not clearly visible

• When it is hard to distinguish between the subject and background

• When the background is complicated

• Two images, one befo re correction and the ot her after correction, ar e recorded. If the

number of remaining shots is less than two, you cannot shoot the subject.

• If the camera is unable to detect a correction area, the original image remains unchanged.

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Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

You can also correct the skew of a previously shot still image. (GP.102)

Shooting in Zoom Macro Mode

Turn the mode dial to SCENE.

Press the MODE button.

• The scene mode selection screen appears.

Press the !" buttons to select [ZOOM MACRO].

Press the MENU/OK button.

Press the Z (Wide-angle) or z (Telephoto) button.

• The zoom level appears on the picture display.

Compose your picture and half-press the shutter release button.

Full-press the shutter release button.

Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• When using the zoom macro, you can shoot close-ups within the following distances:

Approx. 1 cm Shooting range: approx. 14.8 mm × 11.1 mm

• If [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] is set to 3648 × 2736 and [DIGITAL ZOOM IMG] is set to [AUTO RSZ], the auto resize zoom is activated. (GP.135)

(when digital zoom is not used)

Shooting range: approx. 3.7 mm × 2.8 mm (when 4.0× digital zoom is used)

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t Using the Self-Timer

You can set the Self-timer to shoot after either two or ten seconds. A setting of two seconds is useful for preventing camera shake.

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With the camera ready to shoot, press the t (Selftimer) button.

• The Self-timer symbol appears on the screen.

• The [10] to the right of the symbol indicates the number of seconds. In this case, if you press the shutter release button, the camera will shoot after 10 seconds.

• Each press of the t button changes the self-timer setting in the following order: 10 sec, 2 sec, and Self-timer Off.

Press the shutter release button.

• The focus is locked, and the AF auxiliary light blinks when the self-timer starts.

• Once the picture is taken, the self-timer turns off.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

When the self-timer is set to 2 seconds, the AF auxiliary light does not blink.

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Playing Back Images

12 80

10 0- 00 11

12 80

10 0- 00 20

12 80

10 0- 00 21

12 80

10 0- 00 31

12 80

10 0- 00 23

Viewing Your Images

In playback mode, you can check still images you have taken. You can also delete or zoom in on the images.

Press the 6 (Playback) button.

• The camera switches to playback mode and the last still image you took is displayed.

• You can view your pictures in order by using the #$ buttons.

•Press the ! button to display the image 10 frames backward. If there are less than 10 images, the first image is displayed.

•Press the " button to display the image 10 frames forward. If there are less than 10 images, the last image is displayed.

• To switch the camera from playback mode to shooting mode, press the 6 button again.

19/50

1280

100-0020

2008 06 01

1 frame backward 1 frame forward

100-0011

2008 06 01

100-0021

2008 06 01

100-0031

2008 06 01

10/50

1280

20/50

1280

30/50

1280

10 frames backward

100-0023

2008 06 01

10 frames forward

21/50

1280

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Turning on the camera in playback mode------------------------------------------------

When the camera is off, pressing the 6 button for more than one second turns the camera on. The camera starts up in playback mode. When the camera has been turned on with the 6 button, pressing the 6 button again switches playback mode to shooting mode.

Where images are played back from -------------------------------------------------------

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When no SD memory card is loaded, the camera plays back from the internal memory. When an SD memory card is loaded, it plays back from the SD memory card.

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Grid View (Thumbnail Display)

When playing back images on the picture display, the playback screen can be divided into 12 frames (grid view). The grid view allows you to select an image to enlarge or delete.

Press the 6 (Playback) button.

• The last file recorded is displayed.

Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button.

• The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed.

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Switching to Single-Picture Display

Press the !"#$ buttons to select a still image.

Press the 8 button.

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Enlarging Images

You can enlarge a still image displayed on the picture display.

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3648 × 2736, 3648 × 2432, 3264 × 2448, 2592 × 1944, 2048 × 1536

1600 × 1200, 1280 × 960 6.7 times

640 × 480 3.4 times

Press the 6 (Playback) button.

• The last file recorded is displayed.

Press the !"#$ buttons to display the still image

Image Size Enlar ged View (maximum mag nification)

you want to enlarge.

Press the 8 (Enlarged View) button.

• The still image is enlarged.

In Enlarged View

8 Button Enlarges the displayed still image.

9 Button Returns the enlarged still image to its original size.

MENU/OK Button

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Movies cannot be enlarged.

You can move the displayed still image by pressing the !"#$ buttons.

Displays the still image at the maximum magnification. Pressing this again returns the still image to its original size.

16 times

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Deleting Files

You can delete unwanted or failed files from the SD memory card or internal memory. You can use the [RECOVER FILE] function to restore needed files that you accidentally deleted. (GP.112)

Deleting a File

Press the 6 (Playback) button.

Press the !"#$ buttons to display the file you want to delete.

Press the D (Delete) button.

Press the !" buttons to select [DELETE ONE].

• You can change the image for deletion with the #$ buttons.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The display indicates that the files are being deleted; once finished, it returns to the screen in Step 4.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

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Deleting All Files

Press the 6 (Playback) button.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Press the D (Delete) button.

Press the !" buttons to select [DELETE ALL].

Press the MENU/OK button.

• You will be prompted to confirm that you want to delete all images. If so, press the $ button to select [YES], and then press the MENU/ OK button.

Deleting Multiple Files at One Time

You can delete multiple files at a time by specifying the files individually, by specifying a range of files to be deleted, or by combining these two methods.

Press the 6 button.

Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button.

• The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed.

Press the D button.

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Specifying Individual Files to be Deleted

Press the !"#$ buttons to select the file you want to delete and press the D button.

• The trash symbol is displayed in the upper left corner of the file.

Repeat Step 4 to select all the files you want to delete.

• If you selected a file by mistake, you can deselect it by selecting the file and pressing the D button.

Press the MENU/OK button.

Press the#$ buttons to select [YES] and then press the MENU/OK button.

• The display indicates that the files are being deleted; once finished, it returns to the thumbnail display screen.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

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Specifying a Range of Files to be Deleted

Press ADJ.button.

• Press the ADJ. button again to return to the screen for deleting one file at a time.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

Press the !"#$ buttons to select the starting point of the range of files you want to delete and press the D button.

• The trash symbol is displayed in the upper left corner of the file.

Press the !"#$ buttons to select the ending point of the range of files you want to delete and press the D button.

• The trash symbol is displayed in the upper left corner of the specified files.

Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to specify all the ranges of files you want to delete.

• If you selected a file by mistake, you can deselect it by pressing the ADJ. button to return to the screen for deleting one file at a time, selecting the file, and pressing the D button.

Press the MENU/OK button.

Press the #$ buttons to select [YES] and then press the MENU/OK button.

• The display indicates that the files are being deleted; once finished, it returns to the thumbnail display screen.

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Changing the Display with

the DISP. Button

Pressing the DISP. button allows you to change the screen display mode and toggle the information displayed on the picture display.

During Shooting Mode

Normal Symbol Display

Picture Display Off

(Synchro-Monitor Mode)

Grid Guide ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

This displays auxiliary lines on the picture display to help you compose your picture. These lines are not recorded with images.

Synchro-Monitor Mode -------------------------------------------------------------------------

This turns the picture display off except when the camera is operated. This mode is effective for saving power consumption. In this mode, pressing the shutter release button halfwa y turns the picture display o n. Subsequently, pressing th e shutter release button fully displays the shot image on the picture display and then turns the picture display off.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

When [ENLGE PHOTO ICON] is turned on (GP.139), the following are not displayed on the normal symbol display screen.

Zoom bar/Focus bar, Date Imprint, Sharpness, Color Depth, Edit Detection

Histogram Grid Guide

Press the DISP. button to change the display.

No Display

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

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During Playback Mode

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12:00

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Normal Symbol Display

Histogram and Detailed

Information Display

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

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No Display

12:00

White Saturation

12:00

Highlights Display

Press the DISP. button to change the display.

White Saturation Highlights Display -------------------------------------------------------

The white saturation areas of the image flash in black. White saturation is the loss of grayscale that indicates the color shading in an image in which very bright areas of the subject are rendered in white. An image with a loss of grayscale cannot be edited later. It is recommended that you shoot another image by changing the composition or by setting the exposure level lower (-) (GP.86).

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The white saturation highlights display is for reference only.

Maximizing the Picture Display Brightness

Hold the DISP. button down to maximize the display brightness. When the brightness is at the maximum setting, holding the DISP. button down returns the brightness to the level set in [LCD BRIGHTNESS] (GP.127).

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Histogram

When Histogram is on, a histogram appears in the lower right corner on the picture display. A histogram is a graph indicating the number of pixels on the vertical axis and the brightness on the horizontal axis (from left to right, shadows (dark areas), midtones, and highlights (bright areas)). By using the histogram, you can determine the brightness of an image without being affected by the brightness around the picture display. This also helps you correct for areas that are overly bright or dark. If the histogram has only peaks on the right side without anything else, this picture is overexposed with too many pixels only for highlight sections.

If the histogram has only peaks on the left side without anything else, this picture is underexposed with too many pixels only for shadow sections. Correct the exposure to an appropriate level.

Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• The histogram displayed on the picture display is for reference only.

• Depending on the shooting conditions (use of the flash, dark surrounding light, etc.),

the exposure level indicated in the histogram may not correspond to the brightness of the shot image.

• Exposure compensation has its limitation. It does not necessarily achieve the best possible result.

• A histogram with peaks in the center may not necessarily provide the best result to suit your particular requirements. For example, an adjustment is required if you want to underexpose or overexpose the image.

• For information on how to correct the exposure compensation, see P.86.

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

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If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

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Advanced Operations

Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions.

1 Various Shooting

Functions .......................62

2 Shooting/Playing Back

Movies ............................ 94

3 Other Playback

Functions .......................97

4 Direct Printing..............113

5 Changing Camera

Settings ........................122

6 Downloading Images to

Your Computer ............147

7 Appendices..................165

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Using the ADJ. Button

You can assign four functions from the shooting setting menu to the ADJ. button. By assigning functions to the ADJ. button, you can make settings with fewer button operations and without displaying

the shooting setting menu. This is convenient for using frequently

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used functions. At the time of purchase, three of the shooting setting menu functions are assigned. You can use the SETUP menu to add or change the assigned functions. Refer to P.137 for adding or changing the assigned functions. Use the following procedure to use the ADJ. mode.

In shooting mode, press the ADJ. button or the #$ buttons.

• The ADJ. mode screen appears.

Press the ADJ. button or the #$ buttons to select the desired item.

• The screenshots below are examples of the screen display when [EXPO.CMP], [WHT. BAL.], [ISO], and [QUALITY] are assigned to [ADJ BTN. SET.1] to [ADJ BTN. SET.4] with the SETUP menu.

ADJ BTN. SET.1 ADJ BTN . SET.2

ADJ BTN. SET.3ADJ BTN. SET.4

Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting.

Press the MENU/OK button to confirm the setting.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

When using a camera memo, the ADJ. mode is disabled. (G“Software User Guide”)

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Functions that can be Assigned to [ADJ BTN. SET]

EXPO.CMP, WHT. BAL., ISO, QUALITY, FOCUS, SHARP, EXPO.MET., CONT MODE, AUTO BKT

Functions that can be set in Scene Mode

The functions that can be set with the ADJ. button in scene mode and movie mode differ from those available in auto shooting mode. The following settings can be made with the ADJ. button.

Scene Mode Available Settings [MOVIE] White balance [TEXT MODE] Text density Other than [MOVIE] or [TEXT MODE] Exposure compensation, white balance

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Changing the Text Density (Scene Mode)

You can change the shading of text for shooting with [TEXT MODE] (GP.44) in scene mode. You can select from [DEEP], [NORMAL] and [LIGHT].

To change the setting, use the shooting setting menu or the ADJ. button. This section explains easy ways to change the shading setting with the ADJ. button. To use the shooting setting menu, see “Using the Menu” (GP.68).

Turn the mode dial to SCENE.

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Press the MODE button.

• The scene mode selection screen appears.

Press the !" buttons to select [TEXT MODE] and then press the MENU/OK button.

Press the ADJ. button.

• The text density menu appears.

Press the !" button s to select the desired density setting.

• You can also press the shutter release button to take the picture.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The text density setting does not appear on the screen.

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Shifting the AF Target (Macro)

During macro shooting, pressing the ADJ. button allows you to shift the AF target by using the !"#$ buttons on the camera without moving the camera. You can lock the focus (GP.34) at the position where the AF target is shifted and shoot the picture. This is useful for macro shooting on a tripod.

When the AF target is shifted to the left with the # button

With the camera ready to shoot, press the N (Macro) button.

• The macro symbol appears on the screen.

Press the ADJ. button.

Press the #$ buttons until the AF target shift function screen (cross-mark in the middle of the screen) appears.

Shift the cross-mark to the subject you want the camera to focus on with the !"#$ buttons.

Press the MENU/OK button.

Half-press the shutter release button.

• The camera focuses on the area at the position of the cross-mark.

Gently press the shutter release button all the way.

• The AF target shift function automatically focuses the camera on the set position until macro mode is canceled.

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Shooting Setting Menu

Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode to display the shooting setting menu. The shooting setting menu can be used to set the following shooting settings.

When Mode Dial is Set to 5/CALS/MY1/MY2

Setting Options [Default Settings] Refer to

PIC QUALITY/SIZE (*) F3648(10M), [N3648(10M)], F3:2(9M), N3264(8M),

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FOCUS [MULTI AF], SPOT AF, MF, SNAP, A P.71 AE METERING [MULTI], CENTER, SPOT P.74 SHARPNESS SHARP, [NORMAL], SOFT P.75 CONT. MODE [OFF], CONT. P.76 COLOR DEPTH STRONG, [NORMAL], NEUTRAL, B&W P.78 AUTO BRACKET [OFF], ON, WB-BKT P.79 TIME EXPOSURE [OFF], 1 SEC., 2 SEC., 4 SEC., 8 SEC. P.82 INTERVAL [0 SEC.], 5 seconds to 3 hours P.83 DATE IMPRINT [OFF], TIME, DATE P.85 EXPOSURE COMP. -2.0 to +2.0 P.86 WHITE BALANCE [AUTO], (OUTDOORS), (CLOUDY),

ISO SETTING [AUTO], ISO 64, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800,

CAMERA SHAKE COR [OFF], ON P.91 EDIT DETECTION [OFF], ON P.92 RESTORE DEFAULTS P.93

(*) Not available when the mode dial is set to CALS. Select the picture quality

and size for CALS mode on the SETUP menu. (GP.144)

N2592(5M), N2048(3M), N1600(2M), F1280(1M), N1280(1M), N640(VGA)

(INCANDESCENT LAMP), (INCANDESCENT LAMP2), (FLUORESCENT LAMP), (MANUAL SETTINGS)

ISO 1600, ISO 3200

P.69

P.87

P.90

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Available Settings When Mode Dial is Set to SCENE

The following settings are available when in scene mode.

FIRE

FIGHTING

SKEW

TEXT

ZOOM

COR

MODE

O --P.69

O - O -P.74

MOVIE Refer to

MACRO

O -P.76

Setting

PIC QUALITY/SIZE Text density - - - O - - P.64 SIZE --FOCUS O O O - O O P.71 AE METERING - SHARPNESS - - O - O - P.75 CONT. MODE ---COLOR DEPTH - - O - O - P.78 AUTO BRACKET TIME EXPOSURE - - - - O - P.82 DATE IMPRINT EXPOSURE COMP. O O O - O - P.86 WHITE BALANCE ISO SETTING - - O - O - P.90 CAMERA SHAKE COR EDIT DETECTION

O Available, - Not available

HIGH

SENS

OOO - OOP.69

----O -P.79

OOOOO -P.85

OOO - OOP.87

OOOOO -P.91

O O O O O - P.92

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The SETUP menu can be accessed from the shooting setting menu. (GP.122)

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Using the Menu

In the instructions of this manual, the menu selection is confirmed when you “Press the MENU/OK button” (as in Step 5 below), but you can also confirm the setting and return to the menu screen by pressing the # button.

Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode.

• The shooting setting menu is

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displayed.

The menu items are provided on four screens.

Press the !" buttons to select the desired menu item.

• Press the " button at the bottom item

to display the next screen.

Press the $ button.

• The menu item settings are displayed.

Press the !" buttons to select the setting.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The setting is confirmed, the shooting setting menu disappears and the camera is ready to shoot.

• Pressing the # button in Step 5 confirms the setting and the display returns to the screen shown in Step 2.

Changing the display ----------------------------------------------------------------------

You can select a screen by the screen number: 1 Press the # button to select a screen number

on the left of the screen.

2 Press the !" buttons to change screens. 3 Press the $ button to return to menu item

selection.

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Choosing Picture Quality Mode/ Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE)

The file size of a shot still image depends on the picture quality mode and image size settings. For movies, choose the movie size. Figures inside the bold frame indicate those shown on the screen.

Still Images

Image Size Picture Quality

3648 × 2736 F(Fine)

3648 × 2432 F(Fine) F3:2(9M) 3264 × 2448 N(Normal) N3264(8M) 2592 × 1944 N(Normal) N2592(5M) • For creating prints. 2048 × 1536 N(Normal) N2048(3M) 1600 × 1200 N(Normal) N1600(2M) • For shooting a large number of 1280 × 960 F(Fine)

640 × 480 N(Normal) N640(VGA) • For shooting a large number of

Mode

N(Normal)

• Select the picture quality and size for CALS mode on the SETUP

menu. (GP.144)

• When scene mode is set to [SKEW COR MODE], you can select 1280 × 960 or 640 × 480.

• When scene mode is set to [TEXT MODE], you can select 3648 × 2736 or 2048 × 1536.

Movies

Image Size MOVIE SIZE 640 × 480 640 320 × 240 320

PIC QUALITY/ SIZE

F3648(10M) N3648(10M)

F1280(1M) N1280(1M)

Uses

• For downloading and editing images on your computer.

• For creating large prints.

pictures.

• For attaching to e-mail.

• For posting on a website.

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Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• For picture quality mode, select normal mode (N) or fine mode (F), depending on the desired compression ratio. Normal mode:The compression ratio is high, resulting in a small file. Normally,

Fine mode: The compression ratio is low, resulting in a large file, but the picture quality

• The number of images that can be stored in the internal memory or SD memory card

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depends on the [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] setting. (GP.176)

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] and

shooting is done in this mode.

is better than in Normal.

press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting.

Still Images

Movies

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The setting appears on the screen.

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Changing the Focusing Mode (FOCUS)

If you shoot the subject in the default focusing mode, the camera focuses automatically with Auto Focus (AF). Select from the following five focusing modes.

Focusing Modes

Symbol Mode Description None MULTI AF Measures the distance from 9 AF areas and focuses on

None SPOT AF Selects one AF area at the center of the picture to allow

MF (Manual Focus) Enables you to adjust the focus manually. (GP.72)

the nearest AF area. This prevents the center of the picture display from becoming out of focus and enables you to shoot with a minimum number of out-of-focus pictures.

the camera to focus on this area automatically.

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SNAP Fixes the shooting distance to a short distance (approx.

A (Infinity) Fixes the shooting distance to infinity.

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [FOCUS] and press the $

2.5 m (8.2 ft.)).

Infinity is useful for shooting distant scenes.

button.

Press the !" button s to select the desired setting.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• If you select a setting other than [MULTI AF] or [SPOT AF], a symbol appears on the screen.

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Manual Focus Shooting (MF)

If the camera fails to focus automatically, you can focus manually (MF: Manual Focus). Manual focus enables shooting at a fixed distance.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• In scene mode, manual focus can be used only when [ZOOM MACRO], [SKEW COR

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MODE] or [MOVIE] is selected.

• You can also use manual focus to focus on objects within the macro shooting range.

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [FOCUS] and press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to select [MF].

Press the MENU/OK button.

• [MF] is displayed on the screen.

Press the " button as required.

• Pressing the " button enlarges the display for easy focusing.

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Press the $ button to display the focus bar.

• Each tim e the $ button is pressed, the focus bar and zoom bar appear alternately.

Press the z (Telephoto) button or the Z (Wide-angle) button to adjust the focus.

• Pressing the z button adjusts the focus to farther objects. Pressing the Z button adjusts the focus to closer objects.

Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

When the zoom bar is displayed, you can operate the zoom bar with the z button or the Z button.

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Changing the AE Metering Mode (AE METERING)

You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) used to determine the exposure value. There are three AE metering modes.

AE Metering Modes

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Symbol Mode Description None MULTI The entire shooting range is divided into 256 partitions, and each is

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [AE METERING] and press the $ button.

Press the !" button s to select the desired setting.

metered to determine the overall exposure value.

CENTER The entire image is metered, with emphasis on the center, to

determine the exposure value. Use this when the brightness of the center and surroundings are different.

SPOT Only the center of the image is metered to determine the exposure

value. Use this setting when you want to use the brightness at the center. This is useful if there is a marked difference in contrast or backlighting.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• If you select a setting other than [MULTI], a symbol appears on the screen.

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Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS)

You can change the edge quality of your still images to either sharp or soft.

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [SHARPNESS] and press the $ button.

Press the !" button s to select the desired setting.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• If you select a setting other than [NORMAL], a symbol appears on the screen.

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Shooting with Multi-Shot (CONT. MODE)

With multi-shot, pictures continue to be taken for as long as you hold down the shutter release button. Still images are recorded one at a time,

just as in normal shooting.

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Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [CONT. MODE] and press the $ button.

Press the !" button s to select [CONT.].

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

Compose your picture and then press and hold the shutter release button.

• Pictures continue to be taken for as long as you hold down the shutter release button.

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Release your finger from the shutter release button to stop taking pictures.

• To playback consecutive images shot in multi-shot mode, switch the camera to playback mode (GP.49) and select the still image you want to play back with the !"#$ buttons.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• To return to normal single-image shooting, select [OFF] in Step 3, and press the MENU/OK button.

• The flash cannot be used.

• The camera shake correction function cannot be used during multi-shot shooting. If

multi-shot shooting is set while the camera shake correction function is turned on, E changes to F. (GP.91)

• The focus and exposure value are locked in multi-shot mode.

• When [SEQU ENTIAL NO.] is set to [ON] (GP.140) and the last fou r digits of the file

number exceed “9999” during multi-shot, a separate folder is created in the SD memory card and successive pictures taken in multi-shot are stored in this folder.

• In scene mode, multi-shot shooting can only be set when [ZOOM MACRO] is selected.

• The number of images that can be shot in multi-shot mode depends on the image size setting.

• The maximum number of images that can be shot in multi-shot mode is 999.

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Setting the Color Depth (COLOR DEPTH)

You can set the color depth of still images to [STRONG], [NORMAL], [NEUTRAL], or [B&W].

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

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Press the " button to select [COLOR DEPTH] and press the $ button.

Press the !" button s to select the desired setting.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• If you selected a setting other than [NORMAL], the setting ap pears on the screen.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

If [COLOR DEPTH] is set to [B&W], the white balance bracket function can be set but it does not operate. (GP.80)

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Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures (AUTO BRACKET)

The auto bracketing function automatically shoots three consecutive shots at three exposure levels (-0.5EV, ±0, and +0.5EV) based on the set exposure level.

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [AUTO BRACKET] and press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to select [ON].

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

Press the shutter release button.

• Three consecutive shots are taken at

-0.5EV, ±0, and +0.5EV based on the set exposure compensation setting. When shooting is completed, three still images are displayed on the picture display. They are, from left to right, at -0.5EV (darker), standard exposure compensation setting, and +0.5EV (brighter).

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Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• The exposure compensation can be changed using the shooting setting menu. (GP.86)

• Cannot be used when multi-shot is set. (GP.76)

• The flash cannot be used.

• The [TIME EXPOSURE] setting is disabled. (GP.82)

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Shooting Consecutively with Different White Balance (WB-BKT)

The white balance bracket function automatically records three images - a reddish image, a bluish image, and an image of the current white balance. This is useful if you cannot determine the appropriate white balance.

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Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [AUTO BRACKET] and press the $ button.

Press the !" button s to select [WB-BKT].

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

Press the shutter release button.

• Three images (a reddish image, an image equal to the current white balance, and a bluish image) are automatically recorded.

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Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• Cannot be used when multi-shot is set. (GP.76)

• The flash cannot be used.

• The [TIME EXPOSURE] setting is disabled. (GP.82)

• If [COLOR DEPTH] is set to [B&W], t he white balance bracket fu nction can be set but

it does not operate.

• The white balance can be changed using the shooting setting menu. (GP.87)

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Using Long Time Exposure (TIME EXPOSURE)

You can select [1 SEC.], [2 SEC.], [4 SEC.], or [8 SEC.] for time exposure. By using long time exposure, you can capture the movement of moving subjects such as the trail of fireworks and car lights when

shooting a night scene.

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Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [TIME EXPOSURE] and press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The setting appears on the screen.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• When using long time exposure, the shutter speed may slow down and images may be blurred. Hold the camera steady by using a tripod when shooting.

• The camera shake correction function cannot be used when using long time exposure. If long time exposure is set while the camera shake correction function is turned on, E changes to F.

• While shooting with long time exposure, the picture display turns off.

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Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (INTERVAL)

You can set the camera to automatically take pictures at fixed intervals. You can set the shooting interval from 5 seconds to 3 hours in increments of 5 seconds.

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [INTERVAL] and press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to set the hours.

Press the $ button to move to the minutes setting, then use the !" buttons to set the minutes.

• You can press and hold the !" buttons to quickly raise or lower the minute setting.

Press the $ button to move to the seconds setting, then use the !" buttons to set the seconds.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• [INTERVAL] appears on the screen.

Press the shutter release button.

• A picture is taken every time the fixed interval elapses.

To stop shooting, press the MENU/OK button.

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Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• The interval shooting setting is cleared when the camera is turned off.

• The time until the next picture can be taken according to the shooting menu setting

may be longer than the time set for interval shooting. In this case, the shooting interval becomes longer than the set time.

• During scene mode, interval shooting is not available.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• Depending on the remaining battery level, the battery may become depleted during

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interval shooting. Use of a battery with adequate remaining power or the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended when shooting for long periods.

• If you press the shutter release button during interval shooting, the camera will shoot as usual. Howeve r, the interval shooting s etting is unaffected. Afte r shooting, once the time specified in interval shooting elapses, the next shot is taken.

• When interval shooting is selected, multi-shot is automatically set to [OFF] even if it had been activated.

• A high speed memory card or a SD memory card with sufficient memory is recommended.

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Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT)

You can insert the date and time (YY/MM/DD hh:mm) or the date (YY/MM/DD) at the lower right of a still image.

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [DATE IMPRINT] and press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• If the date and time have not been set, [DATE IMPRINT] cannot be used. Make the date and time settings in advance. (GP.142)

• [DATE IMPRINT] cannot be used with movies.

• The date imprinted in an image cannot be deleted.

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Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.)

The exposure setting enables you to select the brightness level for your picture. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight compensation is automatically activated, and you can shoot with the correct exposure. In the following cases, or when you intentionally want to change the

exposure, you can adjust the exposure setting. Exposure can be

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specified in the range from -2.0 to +2.0. Setting the level higher (+) makes the picture brighter and lower (-) makes the picture darker.

For backlighting

When the background is particularly bright, the subject will appear dark (underexposed). In this case, set the exposure level higher (+).

When your subject is whitish

The entire picture will turn out dark (underexposed). Set the exposure level higher (+).

When your subject is darkish

The entire picture will turn out bright (overexposed). Set the exposure level lower (-). The same happens when you take a photo of a subject in a spotlight.

To change the setting, use the shooting setting menu or the ADJ. button. This section explains easy ways to change the exposure setting with the ADJ. button. To use the shooting setting menu, see “Using the Menu” (GP.68).

Press the ADJ. button in shooting mode.

Press the #$ buttons until the exposure compensation bar appears.

Press the !" buttons to set the exposure setting.

• You can also press the shutter release button to take a picture.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The setting appears on the screen.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

When shooting in particularly bright places, you may not be able to correct the exposure level. In that case, the [!AE] symbol will appear on the screen.

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Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE)

Adjust the white balance so that a white subject will appear white. At purchase, the white balance is set to [AUTO]. Normally you do not need to change the setting, but if the camera is having difficulty determining the white balance when shooting an object of a single color or when shooting under multiple light sources, you can change the setting.

White Balance Modes

Symbol Mode Description AUTO AUTO Adjusts the white balance automatically.

OUTDOORS Select this when shooting outdoors (sunny) and white balance

CLOUDY S elect this when shooting in cloudy weather or sh ade and the

INCANDESCENT LAMP

INCANDESCENT LAMP2

FLUORESCENT LAMP

MANUAL SETTINGS

To change the setting, use the shooting setting menu or the ADJ. button. This section explains easy ways to change the white balance setting with the ADJ. button. To use the shooting setting menu, see “Using the Menu” (GP.68).

Press the ADJ. button in shooting mode.

Press the ADJ. button or the #$ buttons until the white balance menu appears.

Press the !" buttons to select a setting other than [M].

• You can also press the shutter release button to take a picture.

fails to adjust properly.

white balance fails to adjust properly. Select this when shooting under incandescent light and white

balance fails to adjust properly. Select this when shooting under incandescent light (more

reddish, compared with [INCANDESCENT LAMP]). Select this when shooting under fluorescent light and white

balance fails to adjust properly. Adjust the white balance manually. (GP.89)

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Press the MENU/OK button.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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• When [AUTO] is selected, the white balance may not be adjusted correctly for a subject that is mostly dark. In this case, add something white to the subject.

• When shooting with the flash, the white balance may not be adjusted correctly if [AUTO] is not selected. In this case, switch to [AUTO] to shoot with flash.

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Setting the White Balance Manually (MANUAL SETTINGS)

Press the ADJ. button in shooting mode.

Press the ADJ. button or the #$ buttons until the white balance menu appears.

Press the !" button s to select [M].

Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions for your picture.

Press the DISP. button.

• The white balance is set.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

• The screen is displayed with the white balance set in Step 5. If the result is not as expected, repeat the steps to change the settings as many times as required.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

To cancel [MANUAL SETTINGS], select a setting other than [M] in Step 3.

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Changing the Sensitivity (ISO SETTING)

ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive film is to light. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for shooting an object in a dark place or a fast-moving object while minimizing blurring.

You can choose from the following ISO settings:

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AUTO, ISO 64, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800,

ISO 1600 and ISO 3200. When ISO setting is set to [AUTO], the camera automatically changes the sensitivity according to the distance, brightness, zoom, macro settings, and picture quality/size. Usually, use the camera in the [AUTO] mode. If you do not want to allow the camera to change the ISO sensitivity, select an ISO setting other than [AUTO].

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [ISO SETTING] and press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The setting appears on the screen.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• When the ISO setting is set to [AUTO], the maximum sensitivity is equivalent to ISO 400 if the flash is used. When the image size is 3648 × 2736 the ISO sett ing is [AUTO] and flash is not fired, the ISO setting is between 64 and 400.

• Images shot with a higher sensitivity may appear grainy.

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Using the Camera Shake Correction Function to Prevent Camera Shake (CAMERA SHAKE COR)

You can prevent camera shake by turning on the camera shake correction function. At the time of purchase, the camera shake correction function is set to [OFF].

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [CAMERA SHAKE COR] and press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to select [ON].

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• The camera shake correction function is not available during multi-shot shooting, long time exposure and movie shooting. If multi-shot shooting or long time exposure is set while the camera shake correction function is turned on, E changes to F. E disappears when 3 [MOVIE] is selected from the scene mode.

• The camera shake correction function cannot prevent movement of the shooting subject (caused by wind, etc.).

• Effects of the camera shake correction function vary depending on the surroundings.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The J symbol appears when camera shake is likely to occur. (GP.19)

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Shooting with the Edit Detection Function (EDIT DETECTION)

If you take still images when [EDIT DETECTION] is set to [ON] and download the images to your computer, you can use the provided EC1 software or other edit detection software to check and indicate whether the images were edited after they were shot.

Display the shooting setting menu.

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• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [EDIT DETECTION] and press the $ button.

Press the !" buttons to select [ON].

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The symbol appears on the screen.

Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• When [EDIT DETECTION] is set to [ON], the recording time becomes longer than usual.

• The [EDIT DETECTION] function is only available when shooting still images.

• Images that have been rotated, resized, contrast corrected or skew corrected in

playback mode after shooting are regarded as edited images.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

For details on downloading images to your computer or installing EC1, see Chapter 6.

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Returning the Shooting Setting Menu Settings to their Defaults (RESTORE DEFAULTS)

To return the shooting setting menu settings to their defaults, follow the steps below.

Display the shooting setting menu.

• For the operating procedure, see P.68.

Press the " button to select [RESTORE DEFAULTS] and press the $ button.

Press the #$ buttons to select [YES], and then press the MENU/OK button.

• The display indicates the camera is restoring the initial settings. Once it is finished, the display returns to the shooting mode screen.

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

For a list of functions whose settings are saved when the camera is turned off, see “Appendices”. (GP.179)

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3 Shooting Movies

You can shoot movies with sound. You can set the image size to either 640 × 480 or 320 × 240 pixels. Each movie you shoot is recorded as an AVI file.

Turn the mode dial to SCENE.

Press the MODE button.

• The scene mode selection screen

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appears.

Press the !" button to select 3 [MOVIE].

Press the MENU/OK button.

Press the shutter release button.

• The camera starts recording. Recording continues until you press the shutter release button again.

Press the shutter release button to finish recording the movie.

Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

• While shooting movies, operation sounds may be recorded.

• The maximum recording time per shooting depends on the size of your SD memory

card. Even if you are within the maximum recording time, recording may end depending on your card.

• The maximum recording time per shooting is 90 minutes or the equivalent of 4 GB.

• The camera shake correction function does not work in movie mode. When 3

[MOVIE] is selected from the scene mode while the camera shake correction function is enabled, E disappears from the picture display.

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• The flash cannot be used.

• While shooting movies, only digital zoom can be used. (GP.37)

• When the shutter release button is pressed in Step 5, the camera focuses on the

subject.

• The remaining recording time may not change uniformly because it is recalculated from the remaining memory capacity during movie recording.

• Use the shooting setting menu to set the image size of movies. (GP.69)

• The shooting setting menu items for movie mode differ from those in still image mode.

(GP.67)

• Depending on the remaining battery level, the battery may become depleted during movie shooting. Use of a battery with adequate remaining power or the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended.

• Use of a high speed SD memory card with sufficient memory is recommended when shooting for long periods.

• Movie recording time may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card.

• The estimated total recording time is shown below. The maximum recording time per shooting is 90 minutes or the equivalent of 4 GB.

Internal

256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB

640 × 480 21 s 1 min

320 × 240 1 min

Memory

6 s

37 s 5 min

7 s

3 min 15 s

10 min 15 s

6 min 32 s

20 min 33 s

13 min 5 s

41 min 8 s

26 min 11 s

82 min 19 s

52 min 33 s

165 min 11 s

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Playing Back Movies

To playback movies, follow the steps below.

Press the 6 (Playback) button.

• The last movie shot is displayed.

• The first frame of the movie is displayed as a still image.

Select to the movie you want to view using the !"#$ buttons.

•Press the $ button to display the next

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file.

• Press the # button to display the previous file.

• Press the ! button to display the file 10 frames backward.

• Press the " button to display the file 10 frames forward.

Press the ADJ. button.

• Playback begins. The elapsed playback indicator or the elapsed time is displayed on the screen.

Fast Forward Press the z button during playback. Rewind Press the Z button during playback. Pause/Playback Press the ADJ. button. Slow Playback Press and hold down the z button during pause. Slow Rewind Press and hold down the Z button during pause. Next Frame Press the z button during pause. Previous Frame Press the Z button during pause. Volume Adjustment Press the !" buttons during playback.

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3 Other Playback Functions

Playback Setting Menu

Press the MENU/OK button in playback mode to display the playback setting menu. The playback setting menu allows you to make the settings for the following functions.

Setting Options Refer to ROTATION P.99 RESIZE 1280, 640 P.100 CORRECT CONTRAST P.101 SKEW CORRECTION P.102 PROTECT Select/Cancel 1 FILE, Select/Cancel ALL FILES,

SLIDE SHOW P.107 COPY TO CARD P.108 DPOF Select/Cancel 1 FILE, Select/Cancel ALL FILES,

RECOVER FILE P.112

Select Multi-files

Note ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

The SETUP menu can be accessed from within the playback setting menu. (GP.122)

P.104

P.109

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Using the Menu

Press the 6 (Playback) button to select the playback mode.

Press the MENU/OK button.

• The playback setting menu appears.

The menu items are provided on two screens.

Press the !" buttons to select the desired item.

• Press the " button at the bottom item to display the next screen.

Other Playback Functions

Press the $ button.

• The screen for the selected menu item appears.

Changing the display ----------------------------------------------------------------------

You can select a screen by the screen number: 1 Press the # button to select a screen number

on the left of the screen.

2 Press the !" buttons to change screens. 3 Press the $ button to return to menu item

selection.

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