Sony DSC-H1 User Manual

2-629-895-11(1)

Additional information on this product and answers

to frequently asked questions can be found at our

Customer Support Website.

Printed in Japan

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES

Nickel Metal Hydride batteries are recyclable.

You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Nickel Metal Hydride batteries.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call:

Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669)

The number below is for the FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

The supplied interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For Customers in Europe

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

Attention

The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this camera.

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Notice for customers in the United Kingdom

A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and connect the communication cable (USB, etc.) again.

Notes on using your camera

Types of “Memory Stick” that can be used (not supplied)

The IC recording medium used by this camera is a “Memory Stick”. There are two types of “Memory Stick”.

• “Memory Stick”: you can use a “Memory Stick” with your camera.

• “Memory Stick Duo”: you can use a “Memory Stick Duo” by inserting it into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.

Memory Stick Duo Adaptor

• For details on “Memory Stick”, see page 96.

Notes on the Nickel-Metal Hydride battery

• Charge both of the supplied Ni-MH batteries before using the camera for the first time. ( step 1 in“Read This First”)

• The batteries can be charged even if they are not completely discharged. Also, even if batteries are not fully charged, you can use the partially charged capacity of the batteries as is.

• If you do not intend to use the batteries for a long time, use up the existing charge and remove them from your camera, then store them in a cool, dry place. This is to maintain the batteries’ functions (page 98).

• For details on the usable batteries, see page 98.

No compensation for contents of the recording

• The contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or playback is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media, etc.

Back up of the internal memory

• If you turn off the power by opening the battery cover, etc. during the access lamp is lit, the data in the internal memory may be corrupted. Be sure to back up the data to avoid the potential risk of data loss. See page 24 on how to back up the data.

Notes on recording/playback

• This camera is neither dust-proof, nor splashproof, nor water-proof. Read “Precautions” (page 100) before operating the camera.

• Before you record one-time events, make a trial recording to make sure that the camera is working correctly.

• Be careful not to get the camera wet. Water entering the inside of the camera may cause malfunctions which in some cases may not be repairable.

• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other bright light. This may cause irrecoverable damage to your eyes. Or it may cause the malfunction of your camera.

• Do not use the camera near a location that generates strong radio waves or emits radiation. The camera may not be able to record or play back properly.

• Using the camera in sandy or dusty locations may cause malfunctions.

• If moisture condensation occurs, remove it before using the camera (page 100).

• Do not shake or strike the camera. In addition to malfunctions and an inability to record images, this may render the recording medium unusable, or cause image data breakdown, damage or loss.

• Clean the flash surface before use. The heat of flash emission may cause dirt on the flash surface to become discolored or to stick to the flash surface, resulting in insufficient light emission.

Back up recommendation

• To avoid the potential risk of data loss, always copy (back up) data to other medium.

Notes on the LCD screen, LCD finder (for models with an LCD finder) and lens

• The LCD screen and the LCD finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue, or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the LCD finder. These points are normal in the manufacturing process and do not affect the recording in any way.

• Exposing the LCD screen, the finder, or the lens to direct sunlight for long periods may cause malfunctions. Be careful when placing the camera near a window or outdoors.

• Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction.

• Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a cold location. This is not a malfunction.

• This camera is equipped with a power zoom lens. Be careful not to bump the lens, and be careful not to apply force to it.

On image data compatibility

• This camera conforms with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) universal standard established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

• Playback of images recorded with your camera on other equipment and playback of images recorded or edited with other equipment on your camera are not guaranteed.

Warning on copyright

Television programs, films, videotapes, and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.

The pictures used in this manual

The photographs used as examples of pictures in this manual are reproduced images, and are not actual images shot using this camera.

For full use of the digital still camera

Prepare the camera and shoot in auto adjustment mode

“Read This First” (separate volume)

1 Prepare the battery 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a “Memory Stick” (not supplied) 4 Select the image size for use 5 Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment mode)

Shoot still images (Scene Selection)

6 View/delete images

Get more friendly with your camera

• Shoot with your favorite settings (Program auto shooting/

Manual shooting) t page 27

• Enjoy various shooting/playback using the menu t page 36

• Change the default settings t page 50

Connect your camera to a PC or a printer

• Copy your images to a computer and enjoy editing them in

various ways t page 62

• Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer

(PictBridge compliant printers only) t page 76

This manual

Notes on using your camera .....................................................................4

Enjoying the camera

Basic techniques for better images .........................................................10

Focus – Focusing on a subject successfully................................................... 10

Exposure – Adjusting the light intensity .......................................................... 11

Color – On the effects of lighting..................................................................... 12

Quality – On “image quality” and “image size” ............................................... 13

Identifying parts.......................................................................................14

Indicators on the screen..........................................................................18

Changing the screen display ...................................................................22

Number of still images and recording time of movies..............................23

When you do not have a “Memory Stick” (Recording with the internal

memory) ..................................................................................................24

Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed ............25

Using the jog dial.....................................................................................26

Using the mode dial.................................................................................27

Shooting with manual adjustment ...........................................................29

Shooting continuously .............................................................................34

Using the menu

Using menu items ..............................................................................36

Menu items ..........................................................................................37

Shooting menu ........................................................................................38

(Metering Mode)

WB (White Bal) ISO

(P.Quality)

BRK (Bracket Step)

(Interval) (Flash Level)

PFX (P.Effect)

(Saturation) (Contrast)

(Sharpness)

(Setup)

Viewing menu ......................................................................................... 43

(Folder)

- (Protect)

DPOF

(Print)

(Slide)

(Resize) (Rotate)

(Divide)

(Setup)

Trimming

Using the Setup screen

Using Setup items..............................................................................50

Camera 1...........................................................................................51

AF Mode Digital Zoom Date/Time Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review

Camera 2...........................................................................................54

Expanded Focus Enlarged Icon STEADY SHOT Conversion Lens

Internal Memory Tool ........................................................................ 56

Format

Memory Stick Tool.............................................................................57

Format Create REC. Folder Change REC. Folder Copy

Setup 1............................................................................................... 59

LCD Backlight EVF Backlight Beep

Language

Initialize

Setup 2 ...............................................................................................60

File Number USB Connect Video Out Clock Set

Using your computer

Enjoying your Windows computer ...........................................................62

Copying images to your computer...........................................................64

Viewing image files stored on a computer with your camera (using a

“Memory Stick”).......................................................................................70

Using the supplied software....................................................................71

Using your Macintosh computer..............................................................73

Printing still images

How to print still images ..........................................................................75

Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer .................76

Printing at a shop ....................................................................................79

Connecting your camera to your TV

Viewing images on a TV screen..............................................................81

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................83

Warning indicators and messages ..........................................................93

Others

On the “Memory Stick” ............................................................................96

On the battery charger and the batteries ................................................98

Precautions ...........................................................................................100

Specifications ........................................................................................101

Index

....................................................................................................103

Enjoying the camera

Basic techniques for better images

Focus Exposure Color

Quality

This section describes the basics so you can enjoy your camera. It tells you how to use various camera functions such as the mode dial (page 27), jog dial (page 26), the menus (page 36), and so on.

Focus

Focusing on a subject successfully

When you press the shutter button halfway down, the camera adjusts the focus automatically (Auto Focus). Remember to press the shutter button only halfway down.

Press fully down straight away

To shoot a still image difficult to focus on If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake.

Press halfway down, then Flashing,lit/beeps Press fully down

101

FINE

VGA

S AF

F3.5

t “To choose a focus method” (page 32)

t See

“Hints for preventing blur” (below).

Hints for preventing blur

Hold the camera steadily, keeping your arms at your side. Also, you can stabilize the camera by leaning against a tree or a building beside you. Using a tripod, using the flash in dark places, and turning on the steady shot function are also recommended.

Exposure

Adjusting the light intensity

You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.

Exposure:

Overexposure

= too much light Whitish image

Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives

Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass

ISO =

The exposure is automatically set to the proper value in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust it manually using

light

through

Recording sensitivity

the functions below.

Correct exposure

[Manual exposure]:

Allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually. t page 30

[EV]:

Underexposure

= too little light Darker image

Allows you to adjust the exposure that has

been determined by the camera.

page 31

[Metering Mode]:

Allows you to change the part of the subject to be measured to determine the exposure. t page 38

Characteristics of “shutter speed” Characteristics of “aperture”

(F value)

Enjoying the camera

Faster

Moving objects appear stopped.

Slower

Moving objects appear to flow.

Open

In-focus range narrows, both backward and forward.

In-focus range widens, both backward and forward.

Adjusting the ISO sensitivity

ISO is unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device (equivalent to photo films) receives. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity. [ISO] adjusts the sensitivity t page 40

High ISO sensitivity

Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location. However, the image tends to become noisy.

Low ISO sensitivity

Records a smoother image. However, the image may become darker.

Color

The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.

On the effects of lighting

Example: The color of an image affected by light sources

Weather/lighting

Characteristics of light

The color tones are adjusted automatically in the auto adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Bal] (page 39).

Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent

White (standard) Bluish Blue-tinged Reddish

Quality

On “image quality” and “image size”

A digital image is made up of a collection of small dots called pixels. If it contains a large number of pixels, the picture becomes large, it takes up more memory, and the image is displayed in fine detail. “Image size” is shown by the number of pixels. Although you cannot see the differences on the screen of the camera, the fine detail and data processing time differ when the image is printed or displayed on a computer screen.

Description of the pixels and the image size

1 Image size: 5M

2592 pixels×1944 pixels = 5,038,848 pixels

2 Image size: VGA(E-Mail)

640 pixels×480 pixels = 307,200 pixels

1944

640

Pixels

2592

480

Selecting the image size for use (t step 4 in “Read This First”)

Pixel

The default settings are marked with .

Image size Usage guidelines

5M (2592×1944) Larger

3:2 (2592×1728)*

3M (2048×1536)

1M (1280×960) For printing in postcard size

VGA(E-Mail) (640×480)

Many (Fine image quality and large file size)

Few (Rough image quality but small file size)

Smaller

Example: Printing in up to A4 size

Example: An attached image to be sent by e-mail

For printing high density images in A4 or A5 size

For recording a large number of images For attaching images to e-mail or creating web pages

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* Images are recorded in the same 3:2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc.

Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 40)

You can select the compression ratio when digital images are saved. When you select a high compression ratio, the image lacks the fineness of detail, but has a smaller file size.

Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

A POWER lamp (

t step 2 in “Read This

First ”)

B Mode dial (27) C /BRK button (34) D Shutter button (

t step 5 in “Read This

First ”)

E Jog dial (26) F FOCUS button (32) G Microphone H Self-timer lamp (

t step 5 in “Read

This First”)/AF illuminator (53)

I Lens J Flash (

t step 5 in “Read This First”)

K Hook for shoulder strap (16) L A/V OUT (MONO) jack (81) M (USB) jack (65) N Speaker O Jack cover

qa qs qd qf qg

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 q;

qh qj qk ql

A (Flash)/Record lamp (orange) (

step 5 in “Read This First”)

B FINDER/LCD button (

t step 5 in

“Read This First”)

C Finder ( D Finder adjustment lever (

t step 5 in “Read This First”)

t step 5 in

“Read This First”)

E LCD screen (18) F MENU button (36) G Control button

Menu on: v/V/b/B/

z (t step 2 in

“Read This First”)

Menu off: /// (

t step 5 in

“Read This First”)

H (Screen status) button (22) I (Image Size/Delete) button

t step 4 and 6 in “Read This First”)

(

J Access lamp (

t step 4 in “Read This

First”)

K (Steady shot) button (

t step 5 in

“Read This First”)

L POWER button (t step 2 in “Read

This First”)

M For shooting: Zoom (W/T) button

t step 5 in “Read This First”)

(

For viewing: / (Playback zoom) button/ (Index) button (

t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

N Hook for shoulder strap (16) O AC Adaptor cord cover

To use the AC-LS5K AC Adaptor (not supplied)

S Tripod receptacle (bottom)

• Use a tripod with a screw length of less than

5.5 mm (7/32 inch). You will be unable to firmly secure the camera to tripods having longer screws, and may damage the camera.

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P “Memory Stick” cover (bottom) (

step 3 in “Read This First”)

Q OPEN button (bottom) (

t step 1 in

“Read This First”)

R Battery cover (bottom) (

t step 1 in

“Read This First”)

Attaching the shoulder strap and the lens cap

Attaching the lens hood

When you shoot in bright lighting conditions, such as outdoors, we recommend that you use the lens hood to reduce the image quality deterioration caused by unnecessary light.

1 Attach the adaptor ring.

2 Position the lens hood as shown below and

turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks.

• You can attach the lens cap with the lens hood attached.

• When the adaptor ring is attached, it may block flashlight, AF illuminator light.

Storing the lens hood

The lens hood can be attached in the reverse direction to store it with the camera when it is not in use.

Position the lens hood as shown below and turn the lens hood clockwise until it clicks.

Attaching a conversion lens (not supplied)

When you want to do enhanced wide-angle shots or zoom-in shots on distant objects, attach a conversion lens.

1 Attach the adaptor ring. 2 Attach a conversion lens.

• For details, see the operating instructions supplied with your conversion lens.

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Indicators on the screen

See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.

When shooting still images

101

VGA

C:32:00

2 5 10 90cm

Set

S AF

When shooting movies

+2.0

F3.5125

Display Indication

2 5 10 90cm

0.9 2 5m

Manual focus bar (33)

t step 5 in “Read

Macro ( This First”)

S AF M A F C AF

AF mode (51)

AF range finder frame indicator (32)

z Set Flexible spot AF (32)

Manual focus (32)

Steady shot OFF (

t step 5

in “Read This First”)

Display Indication

3:2

3M 1M VGA

FINE

STD

6 40

Image size (t step 4 in “Read This First”)

160

FINE STD Image quality (40)

101

Recording folder (57)

• This does not appear when using the internal memory.

Remaining internal memory capacity (23)

Remaining “Memory Stick” capacity (23)

00:00:00 [00:28:05]

Recording time [maximum recordable time] (23)

1/30" Multi Burst interval (40)

400 Remaining number of

recordable images (23)

Self-timer (

t step 5 in

“Read This First”)

C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (93)

Date/Time (52)

ISO number (40)

Display Indication

Vibration warning (10)

• Indicates vibration will prevent you from shooting clear images. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. However, we recommend turning on the steady shot function or using the flash to increase the amount of light or a tripod.

E Low battery warning (25)

+ Spot metering cross hair

(38)

AF range finder frame (32)

Display Indication

Histogram (22, 31)

NR slow shutter (29)

125 Shutter speed (29)

F3.5 Aperture value (30)

+2.0EV EV level value (31)

MOVE

Flexible spot AF (32) Manual focus (32)

z OK

DPOF

Menu/Guide menu (36) (not displayed on the screen on the previous page)

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When playing back still images

1.3

VGA

101

C:32:00

+2.0EV

VOLUMEBACK/NEXT

101

12/12

When playing back movies

Display Indication

Battery remaining (t step 1 in “Read This First”)

3:2

F3.5500

3M 1M VGA

FINE

STD

6 40

Image size ( “Read This First”)

160

Recording mode (27, 34)

N Playback (

t step 4 in

t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

t step 6 in

Vo l u me ( “Read This First”)

- Protect (44)

Print order (DPOF) mark (79)

Change folder (43)

• This does not appear when using the internal memory.

1.3

Step 12/16

Zoom scaling (t step 6 in “Read This First”)

Frame by frame playback (34)

Display Indication

101-0012 Folder-file number (43)

Playback bar (

t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

Display Indication

PictBridge connecting (77)

101

Recording folder (57)

• This does not appear when using the internal memory.

101

Playback folder (43)

• This does not appear when using the internal memory.

Remaining internal memory capacity (23)

Remaining “Memory Stick” capacity (23)

Display Indication

8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of

images recorded in selected folder (43)

C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (93)

00:00:12 Counter (

t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

Display Indication

Do not disconnect the USB cable (78)

+2.0EV EV level value (31)

ISO number (40)

Metering mode (38)

Flash

White balance (39)

500 Shutter speed (29)

F3.5 Aperture value (30)

Playback image (

t step 6

in “Read This First”)

Display Indication

Histogram (22, 31)

• appears when histogram display is disabled.

2005 1 1

Recording date/time of the playback image (52)

DPOF

BACK/

Menu/Guide menu (36)

Select images

VOLUM E

Adjust volume

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Changing the screen display

Each time you press the (Screen status) button, the display changes as follows.

Histogram on

VGA

S AF

Histogram display (page 31)

Indicators off

S AF

Indicators on

VGA

S AF

• When you set the histogram display to on, image information is displayed during playback.

• The histogram does not appear: When shooting in the following situations

– The menu is displayed. – Recording movies. During playback in the following situations – The menu is displayed. – In index mode. – You are using playback zoom. – You are rotating still images. – Playback of movies.

• A large difference in the histogram displayed

when shooting and during playback may occur when:

– The flash strobes. – The shutter speed is slow or high.

• The histogram may not appear for images

recorded using other cameras.

Number of still images and recording time of movies

The tables show the approximate number of still images and the length of time for movies that can be recorded on a “Memory Stick” formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. The number of images that can be recorded using this internal memory is equivalent to that of a 32 MB “Memory Stick”.

The number of still images (The image quality is [Fine] on the upper line and [Standard] on the lower line.) (Images)

Capacity

Size

5M 12 25 51 92 188 384 789

3:2 12 25 51 92 188 384 789

3M 20 41 82 148 302 617 1266

1M 50 101 202 357 726 1482 3038

VGA(E-Mail) 196 394 790 1428 2904 5928 12154

• The number of images listed is for when the normal recording mode is selected.

• The size of a single still image is 1M when selecting Multi Burst.

• When the number of remaining shootable images is greater than 9,999, the “>9999” indicator appears.

• You can resize the images later ([Resize], (page 46)).

32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

23 48 96 174 354 723 1482

37 74 149 264 537 1097 2250

93 187 376 649 1320 2694 5524

491 985 1975 3571 7261 14821 30385

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The recording time of movies (hour : minute : second)

Capacity

Size

640(Fine) – – – 0:02:57 0:06:02 0:12:20 0:25:18

640(Standard) 0:01:27 0:02:56 0:05:54 0:10:42 0:21:47 0:44:27 1:31:09

160 0:22:42 0:45:39 1:31:33 2:51:21 5:47:05 11:44:22 24:18:25

• Movies with the size set to [640(Fine)] can be only recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO”.

• For image size and image quality, see page 13.

• When images recorded using earlier Sony models are played back on this camera, the display may differ from the actual image size.

32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

When you do not have a “Memory Stick” (Recording with the internal memory)

The camera has 32 MB of internal memory. This memory is not removable. Even when there is no “Memory Stick” inserted in the camera, you can record images using this internal memory.

• Movies with the image size set to [640(Fine)] cannot be recorded using the internal memory.

When a “Memory Stick” (not supplied) is inserted

[Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory

Internal

memory

On image data stored in the internal memory

We recommend that you copy (back up) data without fail using one of the following methods.

To copy (back up) data on a “Memory Stick”

Prepare a “Memory Stick” with a capacity of 32 MB or more, then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 58).

Stick”. [Playback]: Images on the “Memory Stick” are played

back. [Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed

on images on the “Memory Stick”.

When there is no “Memory Stick” inserted

[Recording]: Images are recorded using the internal memory.

[Playback]: Images stored in the internal memory are played back.

[Menu, Setup, etc.]: Various functions can be performed on images in the internal memory.

To copy (back up) data on a hard disc of your computer

Perform the procedure on pages 64 to 68 without a “Memory Stick” inserted in the camera.

• You cannot move image data on a “Memory Stick” to the internal memory.

• By connecting the camera and a computer with a USB cable, you can copy data stored in the internal memory to a computer, but you cannot copy data on a computer to the internal memory.

Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed

The tables show the approximate number of images that can be recorded/viewed and the battery life when you shoot images in normal mode with batteries at full capacity and at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F). The numbers of images that can be recorded or viewed take into account changing the “Memory Stick” as necessary. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use.

• The battery capacity decreases as the number of uses increases and also over time (page 98).

• The number of images that can be recorded/ viewed and the battery life are decreased under the following conditions:

– The surrounding temperature is low – The flash is used – The camera has been turned on and off many

times – The zoom is used frequently – [LCD Backlight] is set to [Bright] – [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor] – [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Continuous] – The battery power is low

When shooting still images

NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH) (supplied)

No. of images

LCD on Approx. 290 Approx. 145

Finder on Approx. 320 Approx. 160

Battery life

(min.)

• Number of shooting image does not change depending on the image size.

When viewing still images

Battery No. of images

NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH) (supplied)

• Viewing single images in order at about three second intervals

Approx.

7800

Battery life

(min.)

Approx.

390

When shooting movies

NH-AA-DA (Ni-MH) (supplied)

LCD on Finder on

Approx. 160 (min) Approx. 170 (min)

• Shooting movies continuously with an image size of [160]

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• Shooting in the following situations: – (P.Quality) is set to [Fine] – [AF Mode] is set to [Single] – [STEADY SHOT] is set to [Shooting] – Shooting once every 30 seconds – The zoom is switched alternately between the

W and T ends – The flash strobes once every two times – The power turns on and off once every ten

times

• The measurement method is based on the CIPA standard.

(CIPA: Camera & Imaging Products Association)

Using the jog dial

The jog dial is used to change the setting values when shooting with the manual adjustment modes (shutter speed priority mode, aperture priority mode, manual exposure mode) or the EV adjustment. By turning the jog dial, you can also easily view the next/previous image.

Jog dial

To select the item

1 Turn the jog dial to select the item you want to set.

Move the yellow indication V to select the item.

FINE

VGA

S AF 30 F2.8 0EV

2 Press the jog dial.

The value turns yellow.

FINE

VGA

98M

S AF 30 F2.8 0EV

3 To set other items, press the jog dial once and then select the desired item.

To select the value

Turning the jog dial changes the values that are displayed in yellow. The displayed value is set.

Using the mode dial

Set the mode dial to the desired function.

Mode dial

Enjoying the camera

: Shooting movies

t step 5 in “Read This First”

Control button

Still image shooting modes

: Auto adjustment mode

Allows easy shooting with the settings adjusted automatically. t step 5 in “Read This First”

: Scene Selection mode

Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. t step 5 in “Read This First”

P: Program auto shooting mode

Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture value). Also you can select various settings using the menu. (For details on the functions available t page 37)

S: Shutter speed priority shooting mode

Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually (page 29). Also, you can select the various settings using the menu. (For details on the functions available t page 37)

A: Aperture priority shooting mode

Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually (page 30). Also, you can select the various settings using the menu. (For details on the functions available t page 37)

M: Manual exposure shooting mode

Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually (both the shutter speed and the aperture value) (page 30). Also, you can select the various settings using the menu. (For details on the functions available t page 37)

: Playback/Edit

t step 6 in “Read This First”

Scene Selection

For details t step 5 in “Read This First”

For shooting an image appropriately according to the scene condition, a combination of functions is determined by the camera.

Macro Flash AF range finder Manual focus White Balance

——

—Center AF —

— /

( : you can select the desired setting)

Burst/Multi

Burst/Exposure

Bracket

Auto/ / —

Shooting with manual adjustment

The camera automatically adjusts the focus and the exposure, however, you can manually adjust these settings.

To change the aperture value and shutter speed combination while keeping the brightness fixed (Program Shift)

1 Set the mode dial to P. 2 Select the aperture value and shutter speed combination using the jog dial (page 26).

is indicated while the aperture value and shutter speed combination is shifted.

3 Shoot the image.

To cancel Program Shift, turn the jog dial to return the indication from to .

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• You cannot shift the aperture value and shutter speed combination when the shutter button is pressed halfway down.

• When the brightness changes, the aperture value and shutter speed also change while maintaining the shift amount.

• You may not be able to change the aperture value and shutter speed combination depending on your shooting situations.

• When the flash mode setting is changed, Program Shift is canceled.

• Setting the mode dial to other than P or turning off the power cancels Program Shift.

To adjust the shutter speed manually (Shutter speed priority)

1 Set the mode dial to S. 2 Select a shutter speed using the jog dial (page 26).

You can select a shutter speed from 1/1000 to 30 seconds.

3 Shoot the image.

• Shutter speeds of one second or longer are indicated by [”], for example, 1”.

• When you set the shutter speed slower, using a tripod is recommended to prevent the effects of vibration.

• If you select certain shutter speeds*, the NR slow shutter function activates automatically to reduce the picture noise and “NR” appears.

* When [ISO] is [400]: 1/25 second or slower

When [ISO] is not [400]: 1/6 second or slower

• If you select slow shutter speeds, it takes time to process the data.

• If the proper exposure is not obtained after making the settings, the setting value indicators on the screen flashes when the shutter button is pressed halfway down. You can shoot in this condition, but we recommend that you adjust the flashing values again.

• The flash is set to (Forced flash) or (No flash).

• When the shutter speed is high, the amount of flash light may be insufficient even if you fire the flash.

To adjust the aperture value (Aperture priority)

1 Set the mode dial to A. 2 Select an aperture value using the jog dial (page 26).

– When the zoom is set fully to the W side, you can select an aperture from F2.8 to F8.0. – When the zoom is set fully to the T side, you can select an aperture from F3.7 to F8.0.

3 Shoot the image.

• The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/1000 to 8 seconds. When you set an aperture value of F5.6 or more, the values start from 1/2000 second.

• The flash is set to (Forced flash), (Slow synchro) or (No flash).

To adjust the shutter speed and the aperture value (Manual exposure)

1 Set the mode dial to M. 2 Select a shutter speed using the jog dial (page 26). 3 Select an aperture value using the jog dial (page 26).

The difference between the settings and proper exposure judged by the camera appears as an EV value (page 31) on the screen. 0EV indicates the value judged as the most suitable by the camera.

4 Shoot the image.

• The camera maintains the setting even when the power is turned off. Once you set a value you like, you can reproduce the same exposure by simply setting the mode dial to M.

• The flash is set to (Forced flash) or (No flash).

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Notes on using your camera

Table of contents

Enjoying the camera

Basic techniques for better images

Identifying parts

Indicators on the screen

Changing the screen display

Using the jog dial

Using the mode dial

Shooting with manual adjustment