Sony DSC-HX90V, DSC-HX90 User Guide

Digital Still Camera DSC-HX90V/DSC-HX90

How to Use

Before Use

Names of parts

Checking the camera and the supplied items [1]

Identifying parts [2]

Icons and indicators

List of icons on the screen [3]

Using the strap

Using the wrist strap [4]

Adjusting the viewfinder

Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment) [5]

In-Camera guide

About the [In-Camera Guide] [6]

About the shooting advice [7]

Preparing the camera

Charging the battery pack

Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the camera [8]

Charging by connecting to a computer [9]

Inserting the battery pack into the camera [10]

Battery life and the number of images that can be recorded/played back

using a battery pack [11]

Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket) [12]

Removing the battery pack [13]

Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Inserting a memory card [14]

Removing the memory card [15]

Setting the language, date and time

Setting language, date and time [16]

Confirming the operation method

Confirming the operation method

Using the control wheel [17]

Using the control ring [18]

Using MENU items [19]

Using the Fn (Function) button [20]

Using the "Quick Navi" [21]

Shooting

Shooting still images/movies

Shooting still images [22]

Shooting movies [23]

Selecting a shooting mode

List of mode dial functions [24]

Intelligent Auto [25]

Superior Auto [26]

About Scene Recognition [27]

The advantages of automatic shooting [28]

Program Auto [29]

iSweep Panorama (Face/Motion Detection) [30]

Scene Selection [31]

Shutter Priority [32]

Aperture Priority [33]

Manual Exposure [34]

Memory recall [35]

Movie [36]

Using shooting functions

Using the zoom

Zoom [37]

The zoom features available with this product [38]

Zoom Setting [39]

About zoom scale [40]

Zoom Speed [41]

Zoom Func. on Ring [42]

Using the flash

Using flash [43]

Notes on using the flash [44]

Flash Mode [45]

Flash Comp. [46]

Selecting a screen display mode

Switching the screen display (Shooting) [47]

Switching between the viewfinder and the screen [48]

DISP Button (Finder) [49]

DISP Button (Monitor) [50]

Selecting still image size/image quality

Image Size (still image) [51]

Aspect Ratio (still image) [52]

Quality (still image) [53]

Panorama: Size [54]

Panorama: Direction [55]

Adjusting the focus

Focus Mode [56]

Focus Area [57]

Center Lock-on AF [58]

Focus-lock [59]

Manual Focus [60]

Direct manual focus (DMF) [61]

MF Assist (still image) [62]

Focus Magnifier [63]

Focus Magnif. Time [64]

Peaking Level [65]

Peaking Color [66]

AF Illuminator (still image) [67]

Adjusting the exposure

Exposure Comp. [68]

Metering Mode [69]

Zebra [70]

Exposure Set. Guide [71]

Selecting a drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)

Drive Mode [72]

Cont. Shooting [73]

Self-timer [74]

Self-timer(Cont) [75]

Cont. Bracket [76]

Single Bracket [77]

WB bracket [78]

DRO Bracket [79]

Settings for bracket shooting [80]

Indicator during bracket shooting [81]

Taking pictures of yourself by monitoring the screen

Self-portrait/ -timer [82]

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

ISO [83]

Multi Frame NR [84]

Correcting the brightness or contrast

D-Range Opt. (DRO) [85]

Auto HDR [86]

Adjusting color tones

White Balance [87]

Capturing a basic white color in [Custom Setup] mode [88]

Selecting an effect mode

Picture Effect [89]

Creative Style [90]

Recording movies

Movie recording formats [91]

File Format (movie) [92]

Record Setting (movie) [93]

Marker Display (movie) [94]

Marker Settings (movie) [95]

SteadyShot (movie) [96]

Micref Level [97]

Wind Noise Reduct. [98]

Auto Slow Shut. (movie) [99]

MOVIE Button [100]

Customizing the shooting functions for convenient use

Memory [101]

Function Menu Set. [102]

Custom Key Settings [103]

Function of the control ring [104]

Function of the ? button [105]

Function of the center button [106]

Function of the left button [107]

Function of the right button [108]

Function of the down button [109]

Setting the other functions of this product

Photo Creativity [110]

Smile/Face Detect. [111]

Soft Skin Effect (still image) [112]

Face Registration (New Registration) [113]

Face Registration (Order Exchanging) [114]

Face Registration (Delete) [115]

Red Eye Reduction [116]

Auto Obj. Framing (still image) [117]

High ISO NR (still image) [118]

Write Date (still image) [119]

Grid Line [120]

Auto Review [121]

FINDER/MONITOR [122]

Release w/o Card [123]

Viewing

Viewing still images

Playing back images [124]

Playback zoom [125]

Image Index [126]

Switching the screen display (during playback) [127]

Deleting images

Deleting a displayed image [128]

Deleting multiple selected images [129]

Playing back movies

Playing back movies [130]

Motion Shot Video [131]

Viewing panoramic images

Playing back panoramic images [132]

Printing

Specify Printing [133]

Using viewing functions

View Mode [134]

Display Rotation [135]

Slide Show [136]

Rotate [137]

Protect [138]

4K Still Image PB [139]

Beauty Effect [140]

Viewing images on a TV

Viewing images on an HD TV [141]

Viewing images on a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV [142]

Changing settings

Setup menu

Monitor Brightness [143]

Viewfinder Bright. [144]

Finder Color Temp. [145]

Function for VF close [146]

Volume Settings [147]

Audio signals [148]

GPS On/Off (DSC-HX90V) [149]

GPS Auto Time Cor. (DSC-HX90V) [150]

GPS Auto Area Adj. (DSC-HX90V) [151]

Use GPS Assist Data (DSC-HX90V) [152]

GPS Log REC (DSC-HX90V) [153]

Delete GPS log data (DSC-HX90V) [154]

Upload Settings(Eye-Fi) [155]

Tile Menu [156]

Mode Dial Guide [157]

Delete confirm. [158]

Display Quality [159]

Pwr Save Start Time [160]

PAL/NTSC Selector [161]

Demo Mode [162]

HDMI Resolution [163]

24p/60p Output (movie) (Only for 1080 60i compatible models) [164]

CTRL FOR HDMI [165]

HDMI Info. Display [166]

USB Connection [167]

USB LUN Setting [168]

USB Power Supply [169]

Language [170]

Date/Time Setup [171]

Area Setting [172]

Format [173]

File Number [174]

Select REC Folder [175]

New Folder [176]

Folder Name [177]

Recover Image DB [178]

Display Media Info. [179]

Version [180]

Certification Logo (Overseas model only) [181]

Setting Reset [182]

Using Wi-Fi functions

Connecting this product and a Smartphone

PlayMemories Mobile [183]

Connecting an Android smartphone to this product [184]

Connecting the product to an iPhone or iPad [185]

Calling up an application using [One-touch(NFC)] [186]

Controlling this product using a Smartphone

Smart Remote Embedded [187]

One-touch connection with an NFC-enabled Android smartphone (NFC One-

touch remote) [188]

Transferring images to a Smartphone

Send to Smartphone [189]

Sending images to an Android smartphone (NFC One-touch Sharing) [190]

Transferring images to a computer

Send to Computer [191]

Transferring images to a TV

View on TV [192]

Changing the settings of Wi-Fi functions

Airplane Mode [193]

WPS Push [194]

Access Point Set. [195]

Edit Device Name [196]

Disp MAC Address [197]

SSID/PW Reset [198]

Reset Network Set. [199]

Adding applications to the product

PlayMemories Camera Apps

PlayMemories Camera Apps [200]

Recommended computer environment [201]

Installing the applications

Opening a service account [202]

Downloading applications [203]

Downloading applications directly to the product using the Wi-Fi function

[204]

Starting the applications

Launching the downloaded application [205]

Managing the applications

Uninstalling applications [206]

Changing the order of applications [207]

Confirming the account information of PlayMemories Camera Apps [208]

Viewing on computers

Recommended computer environment

Recommended computer environment [209]

Using the software

PlayMemories Home [210]

Installing PlayMemories Home [211]

Software for Mac computers [212]

Connecting this product and a computer

Connecting the product to a computer [213]

Importing images to the computer [214]

Disconnecting the product from the computer [215]

Creating a movie disc

Disc type [216]

Selecting the disc creation method [217]

Creating a disc with a device other than a computer [218]

Creating Blu-ray Discs [219]

Precautions/This product

Precautions

Precautions [220]

On the internal rechargeable battery [221]

Notes on the battery pack [222]

Charging the battery pack [223]

Memory card [224]

Cleaning this product

On cleaning [225]

Number of recordable still images and recordable time of movies

Number of still images [226]

Recordable time of movies [227]

Using this product abroad

Plug adaptor [228]

On TV color systems [229]

Other information

ZEISS lens [230]

GPS (DSC-HX90V) [231]

AVCHD format [232]

License [233]

Trademarks

Trademarks [234]

Troubleshooting

If you have problems

If you have problems

Troubleshooting [235]

Troubleshooting

Battery pack and power

You cannot insert the battery pack into the product. [236]

You cannot turn on the product. [237]

The power turns off suddenly. [238]

The remaining battery level indicator shows an incorrect level. [239]

The charge lamp on the product flashes when charging the battery pack.

[240]

The battery pack is not charged. [241]

The monitor does not turn on even when the product is turned on. [242]

Shooting still images/movies

You cannot record images. [243]

Recording takes a long time. [244]

The same image is captured multiple times. [245]

The image is out of focus. [246]

Zoom does not work. [247]

The flash does not work. [248]

Fuzzy white circular spots appear on images shot using the flash. [249]

The close-up shoot function (Macro) does not work. [250]

The recording date and time are not displayed on the screen. [251]

The date and time are recorded incorrectly. [252]

The aperture value and/or shutter speed flashes. [253]

The image colors are not correct. [254]

Noise appears in the image when you view the screen in a dark place. [255]

The eyes of the subject come out red. [256]

Dots appear and remain on the screen. [257]

You cannot shoot images continuously. [258]

The image is not clear in the viewfinder. [259]

No images appear on the viewfinder. [260]

The image is whitish (Flare)./Blurring of light appears on the image

(Ghosting). [261]

The image is blurred. [262]

The monitor darkens after a short period of time passed. [263]

The flash takes too long to recharge. [264]

Viewing images

Images cannot be played back. [265]

The date and time are not displayed. [266]

The image cannot be deleted. [267]

The image was deleted by mistake. [268]

GPS

The product is not receiving a GPS signal. (DSC-HX90V) [269]

There is an excessive error in location information. (DSC-HX90V) [270]

It takes time to triangulate although the GPS assist data is taken in. (DSC-

HX90V) [271]

The location information has not been recorded. (DSC-HX90V) [272]

Wi-Fi

You cannot find the wireless access point to be connected. [273]

[WPS Push] does not work. [274]

[Send to Computer] is canceled halfway. [275]

You cannot send movies to a smartphone. [276]

[Smart Remote Embedded] or [Send to Smartphone] is canceled halfway.

[277]

The shooting screen for [Smart Remote Embedded] is not displayed

smoothly./The connection between this product and the smartphone is

disconnected. [278]

You cannot use One-Touch connection (NFC). [279]

Computers

The computer does not recognize this product. [280]

You cannot import images. [281]

The image and sound are interrupted by noise when viewing a movie on a

computer. [282]

Images exported from a computer cannot be viewed on this product. [283]

Memory cards

Formatted the memory card by mistake. [284]

Printing

Images are printed with both edges cut off. [285]

You cannot print images with the date. [286]

Others

The lens gets fogged. [287]

The product stops with the lens portion extended./The product turns off with

the lens portion extended. [288]

The product becomes warm when you use it for a long time. [289]

The Clock Set screen appears when you turn on the product. [290]

The number of recordable images does not decrease, or decreases two

images at a time. [291]

Settings are reset even though resetting operation has not been performed.

[292]

The product does not work properly. [293]

A sound is produced when the product is shaken. [294]

“--E-” appears on the screen. [295]

Messages

Messages

Self-diagnosis display [296]

Warning messages [297]

Situations this product has difficulty handling

Situations this product has difficulty handling

Situations this product has difficulty handling [298]

[1] How to Use Before Use Names of parts

Checking the camera and the supplied items

The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.

Camera (1)

NP-BX1 Rechargeable battery pack (1)

Micro USB Cable (1)

AC-UB10C/UB10D AC Adaptor (1)

Power cord (mains lead) (1)* (not supplied in the U.S.A. and Canada)

*Multiple power cords may be supplied with your camera. Use the appropriate one that matches your country/region.

Wrist Strap (1)

Instruction Manual (1)

Wi-Fi Connection/One-touch (NFC) Guide (1)

[2] How to Use Before Use Names of parts

Identifying parts

1. ON/OFF (Power) button

2. Shutter button

3. Mode dial

4. For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever

For viewing: (Index) lever

5. Self-timer lamp/AF Illuminator

6. GPS receiver (built-in) (DSC-HX90V)

7. Flash

Do not cover the flash with your finger.

If not using the flash, press it down manually.

8. Diopter-adjustment lever

Move the diopter-adjustment lever until the image is clear in the

viewfinder.

9. Viewfinder

When you look into the viewfinder, the viewfinder mode is activated, and

when you move your face away from the viewfinder, the viewing mode

returns to monitor mode.

10. Viewfinder pop-up switch

11. (N mark)

Align this mark when you connect the camera to a smartphone with an

NFC function. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied

with your smartphone.

NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard of the

short-range wireless communication technology.

12. Control ring

13. Lens

1. Microphone

2. (Flash pop-up) switch

When using the flash, slide the (Flash pop-up) switch.

3. Monitor

When shooting from low angles or shooting self-portraits, adjust the

monitor angle.

4. Eye sensor

5. For shooting: Fn (Function) button

For viewing: (Send to Smartphone) button

6. MOVIE (Movie) button

7. MENU button

8. Charge lamp

9. Multi/Micro USB Terminal

Supports Micro USB compatible device.

10. Wi-Fi antenna (built-in)

11. Hook for strap

12. Control wheel

13. (Playback) button

14. ?/ (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button

1. Battery lock lever

2. Battery insertion slot

3. Tripod socket hole

Use a tripod with a screw less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inches) long.

Otherwise, you cannot firmly secure the camera, and damage to the

camera may occur.

4. Access lamp

5. Memory card slot

6. HDMI micro jack

7. Battery/Memory card cover

8. Speaker

[3] How to Use Before Use Icons and indicators

List of icons on the screen

The displayed contents and their positions shown below are just a guideline,

and may differ from the actual display.

Monitor mode

For playback (Basic information display)

Viewfinder mode

In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode

P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode

1. P P* A S M

Shooting mode

Memory recall

NO CARD

Memory card/Upload

Scene Recognition icons

Scene Selection

100

Remaining number of recordable images

Aspect ratio of still images

18M / 16M / 13M / 10M / 8.9M / 7.5M / 5.0M / 4.5M / 3.7M / 2.1M / VGA

Image size of still images

Image quality of still images

Frame rate of movies

Record setting of movies

NFC is activated

Remaining battery

Remaining battery warning

USB power supply

Flash charge in progress

AF Illuminator

SteadyShot/Camera shake warning

Airplane mode

GPS Log REC (DSC-HX90V)

GPS position information (DSC-HX90V)

Overlay icon

Micref Level Low

Wind Noise reduction

Database file full/Database file error

Overheating warning

Smart Zoom/ Clear Image Zoom/Digital Zoom

Spot metering area

C:32:00

Self-diagnosis display

Digital level gauge

View Mode

100-0003

Folder-File number

File format of movies

Protect

DPOF

DPOF set

Auto object framing image

2.

Drive mode

Metering mode

Flash mode/Red-eye reduction

±0.0

Flash compensation

Focus mode

7500K A5 G5

White Balance

Focus Area

DRO/Auto HDR

+3 +3 +3

Creative Style/Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness

Smile/Face Detect.

Soft skin effect

Picture Effect

Smile detection sensitivity indicator

3. Lock-on AF

Guide display for Lock-on AF

Bracket indicator

STBY

Movie recording standby

REC 0:12

Recording time of the movie (m:s)

Control ring function

Control wheel function

Focus

1/250

Shutter speed

F3.5

Aperture Value

±0.0

Metered Manual

±0.0

Exposure compensation

ISO400

ISO sensitivity

Shutter speed indicator

Aperture indicator

Histogram

GPS information (DSC-HX90V)

90°44!55"N

233°44!55"W

Latitude/longitude display (DSC-HX90V)

Picture Effect error

Auto HDR image warning

2015-1-1

10:37AM

Date of recording

3/7

File number/Number of images in the view mode

Copyright information exists for image

[4] How to Use Before Use Using the strap

Using the wrist strap

Attach the wrist strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent damage

caused by dropping the product.

[5] How to Use Before Use Adjusting the viewfinder

Adjusting the viewfinder (diopter-adjustment)

Adjust the diopter scale to your eyesight until the display appears clearly in the

viewfinder.

1. Slide the Viewfinder pop-up switch (A) down to raise the viewfinder.

If you slide the Viewfinder pop-up switch when the camera is off, the

camera will turn on.

If you stow the viewfinder inside the camera, the camera will turn off.

2. Grasp both sides of the eyepiece (B) and pull it towards the monitor side

until it clicks.

3. Slide the diopter-adjustment lever.

Hint

To store the viewfinder

Grasp both sides of the eyepiece and push it into the viewfinder until it clicks.

Then push down the viewfinder.

Note

Be careful not to push down on the viewfinder when it is being raised.

Be sure that the eyepiece is stored in the viewfinder unit before attempting to

push down the viewfinder. If it is not stored and you try to force the viewfinder

down, a malfunction may result.

Do not carry the camera by the viewfinder.

[6] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide

About the [In-Camera Guide]

The [In-Camera Guide] displays descriptions of MENU items, Fn (Function)

button, and settings, and if a function cannot be set, the reason why.

1. Press the MENU or Fn button.

2. Select the desired MENU item using up/down/left/right side on the control

wheel.

3. Press the / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button.

The operation guide for the MENU item you have selected in step 2 is

displayed.

If you press the on the center of the control wheel after selecting an

item shown in gray, the reason the item cannot be set is displayed.

[7] How to Use Before Use In-Camera guide

About the shooting advice

Displays the shooting advice according to the selected shooting mode.

1. Press the / (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button while the shooting

screen is displayed.

2. Press the top/bottom side of the control wheel to select the desired

shooting advice, then press on the center.

The shooting advice is displayed.

You can scroll the screen by pressing the up/down side of the control

wheel.

Hint

To view all the shooting advice, select MENU ! (Camera Settings) !

[Shooting Tip List].

[8] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Charging the battery pack while it is inserted in the
camera

When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery pack.

The charged battery pack will discharge little by little, even if you do not use it.

To avoid missing a shooting opportunity, charge the battery pack before

shooting.

1. Turn the power OFF.

2. Connect the camera with the battery pack inserted to the AC Adaptor

(supplied) using the micro USB cable (supplied), and connect the AC

Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket).

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

For customers in countries/regions other than the U.S.A. and
Canada

Charge lamp

Lit: Charging

Off: Charging finished

Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the

camera is not within the proper temperature range

If the charge lamp lights up once and then immediately turns off, the

battery pack is fully charged.

Charging time (Full charge)

The charging time is approximately 230 min. using the AC Adaptor (supplied).

The charging time may differ depending on the remaining capacity of the

battery pack or the charging conditions.

The battery pack can be charged even when it is not fully depleted.

The above charging time applies when charging a fully depleted battery pack

(supplied) at a temperature of 25°C (77°F). Charging may take longer

depending on the conditions of use and the environment.

Note

If the charge lamp flashes when the battery pack is not fully charged, remove

the battery pack or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re-

insert it to recharge.

If the charge lamp on the camera flashes when the AC Adaptor is connected

to the wall outlet (wall socket), this indicates that charging is temporarily

stopped because the temperature is outside the recommended range. When

the temperature gets back within the appropriate range, the charging

resumes. We recommend charging the battery pack at an ambient

temperature of between 10°C to 30°C (50ºF to 86ºF).

Connect the AC Adaptor to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket). If

malfunctions occur while using the AC Adaptor, immediately disconnect the

plug from the wall outlet (wall socket) to disconnect from the power source.

When you use a completely new battery pack or a battery pack that has not

been used for a long time, the charge lamp may flash quickly when the

battery is charged for the first time. If this happens, remove the battery pack

or disconnect the USB cable from the camera and then re-insert it to

recharge.

Do not continuously or repeatedly charge the battery pack without using it if it

is already fully charged or close to fully charged. Doing so may cause a

deterioration in battery performance.

When charging is finished, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet

(wall socket).

Be sure to use only genuine Sony brand battery packs, micro USB cables

(supplied) and AC Adaptors (supplied).

[9] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Charging by connecting to a computer

The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using

a micro USB cable.

1. Turn off the product, and connect to the USB terminal of the computer.

If you connect the camera to a computer when power is turned on, the

camera will be powered by the computer while the battery is not

charged, which allows you to import images to a computer without

worrying about the battery running out.

Note

Note the following points when charging via a computer:

If the product is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power

source, the laptop battery level decreases. Do not leave the product connected to a

laptop computer for an extended period of time.

Do not turn on/off or restart the computer, or wake the computer from sleep mode

when a USB connection has been established between the computer and the

camera. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Before turning on/off or restarting the

computer, or waking the computer from sleep mode, disconnect the camera from

the computer.

Proper operation cannot be guaranteed on all types of computers.

Charging cannot be guaranteed with a custom-built computer, modified computer, or

a computer connected through a USB hub.

The camera may not operate correctly when other USB devices are used at the

same time.

[10] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Inserting the battery pack into the camera

How to insert the battery pack into the camera

1. Open the battery cover.

2. Insert the battery pack while pressing the lock lever (A) with the tip of the

battery until the battery locks into place.

3. Close the cover.

[11] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Battery life and the number of images that can be
recorded/played back using a battery pack

Screen mode

Shooting (still images):

Number of images: approx. 390

Actual shooting (movies):

Battery life: approx. 70 min.

Continuous shooting (movies):

Battery life: approx. 105 min.

Viewing (still images):

Battery life: approx. 290 min., Number of images: approx. 5800

Viewfinder mode

Shooting (still images):

Number of images: approx. 360

Actual shooting (movies):

Battery life: approx. 75 min.

Continuous shooting (movies):

Battery life: approx. 115 min.

Note

The above battery life and number of images applies when the battery pack

has been fully charged. The battery life and number of images may decrease

depending on the conditions of use.

The battery life and number of images that can be recorded is for shooting

under the following conditions:

The battery pack is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

Using Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media (sold separately)

[GPS On/Off]: [Off] (DSC-HX90V)

[Display Quality]: [Standard]

The number for "Shooting (still images)" is based on the CIPA standard, and

is for shooting under the following conditions (CIPA: Camera & Imaging

Products Association):

DISP: [Display All Info.]

One picture is taken every 30 seconds.

The zoom is switched alternately between the W and T ends.

The flash strobes once for every two pictures.

The power is turned on and off once every ten times.

The number of minutes for movie shooting is based on the CIPA standard,

and is for shooting under the following conditions:

The image quality is set to 60i 17M (FH) .

Actual shooting (movies): Battery life based on repeated shooting, zooming,

shooting stand-by, turning on/off, etc.

Continuous movie shooting: Battery life based on non-stop shooting until the limit

(29 minutes) has been reached, and then continued by pressing the MOVIE button

again. Other functions, such as zooming, are not used.

If the remaining battery is not displayed, press the DISP (Display Setting).

[12] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Supplying power from a wall outlet (wall socket)

If you use an AC-UD10 AC adaptor (sold separately) that is compatible with

shooting and playback, power will be supplied to the camera via the AC adaptor

when you are using the camera without using up the battery power.

1. To supply power to the camera during shooting/playback, connect the

camera to the AC adaptor AC-UD10 (sold separately) and plug the AC

adaptor into a wall outlet (wall socket).

Note

You can shoot or play back images while the supplied AC adaptor is

connected to the camera. However, the camera will turn off when the battery

pack is completely discharged.

If you use the camera while power is supplied from a wall outlet (wall socket),

make sure that the icon ( / ) displays on the monitor.

[13] How to Use Preparing the camera Charging the battery pack

Removing the battery pack

How to remove the battery pack

1. Make sure that the access lamp is not lit, and turn off the camera.

2. Slide lock lever (A) and remove the battery pack.

Be careful not to drop the battery pack.

[14] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Inserting a memory card

How to insert a memory card

1. Open the memory card cover.

2. Insert the memory card.

Ensure that the notched corner is facing in the correct direction.

With the notched corner facing in the direction illustrated, insert the

memory card until it clicks into place.

3. Close the memory card cover.

Hint

When you use a memory card with this product for the first time, it is

recommended that you format the card using the product for stable

performance of the memory card.

[15] How to Use Preparing the camera Inserting a memory card (sold separately)

Removing the memory card

How to remove the memory card

1. Open the memory card cover.

2. Make sure that the access lamp (A) is not lit.

3. Push in on the memory card once to remove it.

4. Close the memory card cover.

[16] How to Use Preparing the camera Setting the language, date and time

Setting language, date and time

When you turn on the camera for the first time or after you have initialized the

functions, the setting screen for language, date and time will appear.

1. Turn on the camera.

The language setting screen will appear and then setting screen for date

and time will appear.

2. Select your language, and then press .

3. Check that [Enter] is selected on the screen, then press on the control

wheel.

4. Select your desired geographic location, and then press .

5. Select a setting item using the up/down side of the control wheel or by

turning the control wheel, then press in the center.

6. Set [Daylight Savings], [Date/Time], and [Date Format] using the

up/down/left/right sides, then press in the center.

Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set other items, then select [Enter] and press in

the center.

To cancel the date and time setting procedure, press the MENU button.

Note

If the date and time setting is cancelled halfway, the setting screen for the

date and time appears every time you turn on the camera.

[17] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation
method

Using the control wheel

You can select setting items by turning or pressing the top/bottom/right/left side

of the control wheel. Your selection is determined when you press on the

center of the control wheel.

The DISP (Display Setting), (Exposure Comp./Photo Creativity), /

(Drive Mode), (Flash Mode) functions are assigned to the

top/bottom/left/right sides of the control wheel. You can assign selected

functions to the left/right/bottom sides of the control wheel or to the in the

center.

During playback, you can display the next/previous image by pressing the

right/left side of the control wheel or by turning the control wheel.

[18] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation
method

Using the control ring

By turning the control ring (A), you can change the desired settings instantly for

various shooting modes.

You can also allocate frequently used functions to the control ring by selecting

MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Custom Key Settings] ! [Control Ring].

Icons and function names are displayed on the screen as follows.

Ex.

: Adjust zoom by turning the control ring.

[19] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation
method

Using MENU items

In this section, you learn how to change settings related to all camera

operations and execute camera functions including shooting, playback, and

operation methods.

1. Press MENU button to display the Menu screen.

2. Select the desired MENU item using the up/down/left/right side of the

control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press in the

center of the control wheel.

The display may move directly from step 1 to step 3 depending on the

[Tile Menu] setting.

3. Select the desired setting item by pressing the up/down/left/right side on

the control wheel or by turning the control wheel, and then press on the

center of the control wheel.

Select an icon at the top of the screen and press the left/right side of the

control wheel to move to another MENU item.

4. Select the desired setting value, and press to confirm.

[20] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation
method

Using the Fn (Function) button

You can register frequently used functions to the Fn (function) button and recall

them while shooting. Up to 12 frequently used functions can be registered to the

Fn (Function) button.

1. Press the DISP button, and then press the Fn (Function) button in a screen

mode other than [For viewfinder].

2. Select a function to be registered by pressing the up/down/left/right side of

the control wheel.

3. Set the desired setting by turning the control wheel.

Some functions can be fine-tuned using the control ring.

Performing settings on the dedicated screen

Select the desired function in step 2, then press on the center of the

control wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Follow

the operating guide (A) to perform the settings.

[21] How to Use Confirming the operation method Confirming the operation
method

Using the "Quick Navi"

You can change the settings directly using the Quick Navi screen when using

the viewfinder. The displayed contents and their position shown below are just a

guideline, and may differ from the actual display.

1. MENU! (Custom Settings) ! [DISP Button] ! [Monitor] ! [For

viewfinder] ! [Enter].

2. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button on the control wheel repeatedly

until the screen is set to [For viewfinder].

3. Press Fn (Function) button to switch the screen to Quick Navi screen.

In Auto Mode or Scene Selection mode

In P/A/S/M/Sweep Panorama mode

4. Select the desired function by pressing the up/down/left/right side of the

control wheel.

5. Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting.

Performing settings on the dedicated screen

Select the desired function in step 4, then press on the center of the control

wheel. The dedicated setting screen for the function appears. Follow the

operating guide (A) to perform the settings.

Note

Gray items on the Quick Navi screen are not available.

[22] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies

Shooting still images

Shoots still images.

1. Set the shooting mode to (Intelligent Auto).

2. Adjust the monitor angle, and hold the camera. Or look through the

viewfinder and hold the camera.

3. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus.

When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator ( ) lights

up.

The shortest shooting distance is approximately 5 cm (0.16 ft) (W), 250

cm (8.20 ft) (T) (from the lens).

4. Press the shutter button fully down.

Focus indicator

lights:

Image is in the focus.

flashes:

The focusing has failed.

Hint

When the product cannot focus automatically, the focus indicator flashes and

the beep does not sound. Either recompose the shot or change the focus

setting.

Focusing may be difficult in the following situations:

It is dark and the subject is distant.

The contrast of the subject is poor.

The subject is seen through glass.

The subject is moving quickly.

There is reflective light or shiny surfaces.

There is a flashing light.

The subject is backlit.

[23] How to Use Shooting Shooting still images/movies

Shooting movies

You can record movies by pressing the MOVIE button.

1. Press the MOVIE button to start recording.

2. Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

Hint

You can assign the start/stop movie recording function to a preferred key.

MENU! (Custom Settings) ! [Custom Key Settings] ! set the function

to the preferred key.

Note

To adjust the shutter speed and aperture value to the desired settings, set

the shooting mode to (Movie).

If you use a function such as zoom while shooting a movie, the noise of the

lens operating will be recorded. The sound of the MOVIE button operating

may also be recorded when you press the MOVIE button to stop recording.

For the continuous shooting time of a movie recording, refer to "Recordable

time of movies." When movie recording is finished, you can restart recording

by pressing the MOVIE button again. Recording may stop to protect the

product, depending on the temperature of the product or the battery.

[24] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

List of mode dial functions

You can select the desired shooting mode by turning the mode dial.

Available functions

(Intelligent Auto):

Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition.

(Superior Auto):

Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear

images of dark or backlit scenes.

(Program Auto):

Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter

speed and the aperture value (F value)). Also you can select various settings

using the menu.

(Aperture Priority):

Allows you to adjust the aperture and shoot when you want to blur the

background, etc.

(Shutter Priority):

Allows you to shoot fast-moving subjects etc., by manually adjusting the shutter

speed.

(Manual Exposure):

Allows you to shoot still images with the desired exposure by adjusting the

shutter speed and the aperture value.

MR (Memory recall):

Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or numeric

settings registered in advance.

(Movie):

Allows you to change the setting for movie recording.

(iSweep Panorama):

Allows you to shoot a panoramic image by compositing the images.

SCN (Scene Selection):

Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.

[25] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Intelligent Auto

The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition.

1. Set the mode dial to (Intelligent Auto).

2. Point the camera to the subject.

When the camera recognized the scene, the icon for the recognized scene

appears on the screen.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the image.

Note

The product will not recognize the scene when you shoot images with zoom

functions other than optical zoom.

The product may not properly recognize the scene under certain shooting

conditions.

[26] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Superior Auto

The camera shoots with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear

images of dark or backlit scenes.

For low-lit or backlit scenes, if necessary the camera may shoot multiple images

and create a composite image, etc., to record higher quality images than in

Intelligent Auto mode.

1. Set the mode dial to (Superior Auto).

2. Point the camera to the subject.

When the camera recognizes a scene, the scene recognition icon appears

on the screen. If necessary, (overlay icon) may appear.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the image.

Note

When the product is used to create composite images, the recording process

takes longer than usual.

The product will not recognize the scene when you use zoom functions other

than optical zoom.

The product may not properly recognize a scene under some shooting

conditions.

[27] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

About Scene Recognition

Scene Recognition operates in [Intelligent Auto] mode and [Superior Auto]

mode.

This function allows the product to automatically recognize the shooting

conditions and shoot the image.

Scene Recognition:

When the product recognizes certain scenes, the following icons and guides are

displayed on the first line:

(Portrait)

(Infant)

(Night Portrait)

(Night Scene)

(Backlight Portrait)

(Backlight)

(Landscape)

(Macro)

(Spotlight)

(Low Light)

When the product recognizes certain conditions, the following icons are

displayed on the second line:

(Tripod)

(Walk)

*

(Move)

(Move (Bright))

(Move (Dark))

*

The condition (Walk) is recognized only when [ SteadyShot] is set to

[Active] or [Intelligent Active].

Note

When [Smile/Face Detect.] is set to [Off], the [Portrait], [Backlight Portrait],

[Night Portrait] and [Infant]scenes are not recognized.

[28] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

The advantages of automatic shooting

This camera is equipped with the following three automatic shooting modes:

[Intelligent Auto], [Superior Auto], and [Program Auto].

(Intelligent Auto):

Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition.

(Superior Auto):

Allows you to shoot with automatic scene recognition. This mode takes clear

images of dark or backlit scenes.

P (Program Auto):

Allows you to adjust various shooting settings such as white balance or ISO

value, etc.

Aperture value and shutter speed are automatically set by the camera.

Hint

In [Superior Auto] mode and when the (overlay icon) is displayed, be

sure not to move the camera before the multiple shots are recorded.

In [Program Auto] mode, you can change the combination of shutter speed

and aperture value while maintaining the correct exposure by turning the

control wheel. This function is called "Program Shift" (P*).

Note

In [Superior Auto] mode, the recording process takes longer, since the

product creates a composite image. In this case, the (overlay icon) is

displayed and the shutter sound is heard multiple times, but only one image

is recorded.

For [Intelligent Auto] and [Superior Auto] mode, most of the functions are set

automatically, and you cannot adjust the settings on your own.

[29] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Program Auto

Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter

speed and the aperture value).

You can set shooting functions such as [ISO].

1. Set the mode dial to P (Program Auto).

2. Set the shooting functions to your desired settings.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

Program Shift

You can change the shutter speed and aperture (F-value) combination by

rotating the control wheel, without changing the appropriate exposure that is set

by this product. This function is available when you do not use the flash.

“P” on the screen changes to “P*” when you turn the control wheel.

To cancel program shift, set the shooting mode to other than [Program Auto],

or turn off the camera.

Note

According to the brightness of the environment, the program shift may not be

used.

Set the shooting mode to another one than “P” or turn off the power to cancel

the setting you made.

When the brightness changes, the aperture (F value) and shutter speed also

change while maintaining the shift amount.

[30] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

iSweep Panorama (Face/Motion Detection)

Allows you to create a single panoramic image from multiple images shot while

panning the camera.

1. Set the mode dial to (iSweep Panorama).

2. Point the camera at the subject.

3. While pressing the shutter button halfway down, aim the camera at one

end of the desired panoramic composition.

(A) This part will not be shot.

4. Press the shutter button fully down.

5. Pan the camera to the end of the guide in the direction of the arrow on the

monitor.

(B) Guidance bar

Note

If the entire angle of the panoramic shot is not achieved within the set time, a

gray area occurs in the composite image. If this happens, move the product

faster to record the full panoramic image.

When [Wide] is selected for [Panorama: Size], the entire angle of the

panoramic shot may not be achieved within the given time. If this happens,

try shooting after changing [Panorama: Size] to [Standard].

Since several images are stitched together, the stitched part may not be

recorded smoothly in some cases.

The images may be blurred in dark scenes.

When a light source such as a fluorescent light flickers, the brightness and

color of a stitched image may not be consistent.

The following situations are not suited for shooting Sweep Panorama:

Moving subjects.

Subjects that are too close to the product.

Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, beach, or a lawn.

Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.

Subjects with brightness widely different from its surroundings such as the sun or a

light bulb.

The Sweep Panorama shooting may be interrupted in the following

situations.

When the camera is panned too fast or too slow.

The subject is too blurry.

Hint

You can turn the control wheel on the shooting screen to select the shooting

direction.

[31] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Scene Selection

Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene.

1. Set the mode dial to SCN (Scene Selection).

2. Turn the control wheel to select the desired setting.

When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired

settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial.

Menu item details

Portrait:

Blurs background and sharpens the subject. Accentuates the skin tones softly.

Adv.Sports Shooting:

Allows you to shoot subjects with fast movements, such as sports. While the

shutter is pressed halfway, the movement of the subject is predicted and the

focus will be adjusted.

Landscape:

Shoots the entire range of a scenery in sharp focus with vivid colors.

Sunset:

Shoots the red of the sunset beautifully.

Night Scene:

Shoots night scenes without losing the dark atmosphere.

Hand-held Twilight:

Shoots night scenes with less noise and blur without using a tripod. A burst of

shots are taken, and image processing is applied to reduce subject blur,

camera-shake, and noise.

Night Portrait:

Shoots night scene portraits using the flash.

The flash does not pop-up automatically. Pop-up the flash before shooting.

Anti Motion Blur:

Allows you to shoot indoor shots without using the flash and reduces subject

blur. The product shoots burst images and combines them to create the image,

reducing subject blur and noise.

Pet:

Allows you to shoot images of your pet with the best settings.

Gourmet:

Allows you to shoot food arrangements in delicious and bright colors.

Beach:

Allows you to shoot scenes on the beach in bright and vivid colors even under

the sunlight.

Snow:

Allows you to shoot clear images, preventing sunken colors in snowy scenes or

other places where the whole screen appears white.

Fireworks:

Allows you to shoot images of fireworks in all their splendor.

Soft Skin:

Allows you to shoot images of faces with a smoother look.

High Sensitivity:

Allows you to shoot still images even in dark locations without using the flash,

and reduces subject blur. Also allows you to shoot dark movie scenes more

brightly.

Note

Under the following settings, the shutter speed is slower, so use of a tripod is

recommended to prevent the image from blurring:

[Night Scene]

[Night Portrait]

[Fireworks]

In the [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur] mode, the shutter clicks 4

times and an image is recorded.

Reducing blur is less effective even in [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion

Blur] when shooting the following subjects:

Subjects with erratic movement.

Subjects that are too close to the product.

Subjects with continuously similar patterns, such as the sky, a beach, or a lawn.

Subjects with constant change such as waves or water falls.

In the case of [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur], block noise may

occur when using a light source that flickers, such as fluorescent lighting.

Hint

To change the scene, rotate the control wheel on the shooting screen and

select a new scene.

[32] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Shutter Priority

You can express the movement of a moving subject in various ways by

adjusting the shutter speed, for example, at the instant of the movement with

high speed shutter, or as a trailing image with low speed shutter. The shutter

speed can be changed while recording movies.

1. Set the mode dial to S (Shutter Priority).

2. Select the desired value by turning the control wheel.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

The aperture is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure.

Note

If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the aperture value on the

shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is

recommended.

Use a tripod to prevent blurring when you use a slow shutter speed.

The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in shutter speed priority

mode.

When the shutter speed is 1/3 second(s) or longer, noise reduction will be

done after shooting for the same amount of time that the shutter was open.

However, you cannot shoot any more while noise reduction is in progress.

The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image

being shot.

Hint

When a faster shutter speed is used, moving subjects, such as a running

person, cars, or sea spray come out as if they are frozen in their movements.

When a slower shutter speed is used, a trailing image of the movement of the

subject is captured to create a more natural and dynamic image.

[33] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Aperture Priority

You can shoot by adjusting the aperture and changing the range in focus, or by

defocusing the background. The aperture value can be changed while recording

movies.

1. Set the mode dial to A (Aperture Priority).

2. Select the desired value by turning the control wheel.

Smaller F-value: The subject is in focus, but objects in front of and

beyond the subject are blurred.

Larger F-value: The subject and its foreground and background are all

in focus.

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

The shutter speed is automatically adjusted to obtain proper exposure.

Note

If proper exposure cannot be obtained after setup, the shutter speed on the

shooting screen blinks. Although you can shoot as it is, resetting is

recommended.

The brightness of the image on the screen may differ from the actual image

being shot.

Hint

Smaller F-value (opening the aperture) narrows the range that is in focus.

This allows you to put the subject in sharp focus and blur objects in front of

and beyond the subject (depth of field becomes shallower). Larger F-value

(narrowing down the aperture) widens the range that is in focus. This allows

you to shoot the depth of the scenery (depth of field becomes deeper).

[34] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Manual Exposure

You can shoot with the desired exposure setting by adjusting both the shutter

speed and aperture. The shutter speed and the aperture value can be changed

while recording movies.

1. Set the mode dial to M (Manual Exposure).

2. Press the bottom side of the control wheel to select the shutter speed or

aperture value, then turn the control wheel to select a value.

When [ISO] is set to other than [ISO AUTO], use MM (Metered Manual) to

check the exposure value.

Toward +: Images become brighter.

Toward - : Images become darker.

0: Appropriate exposure analyzed by the product

3. Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.

Note

When [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO], the ISO value automatically changes to

achieve the appropriate exposure using the aperture value and shutter speed

you have set. If the aperture value and shutter speed you have set are not

suitable for appropriate exposure, the ISO value indicator will blink.

The Metered Manual indicator does not appear when [ISO] is set to [ISO

AUTO].

When the amount of ambient light exceeds the metering range of the

Metered Manual, the Metered Manual indicator flashes.

The SteadyShot warning indicator does not appear in manual exposure

mode.

The brightness of the image on the monitor may differ from the actual image

being shot.

[35] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Memory recall

Allows you to shoot an image after recalling often-used modes or camera

settings registered in advance.

1. Set the mode dial to MR (Memory recall).

2. Press the left/right side of the control wheel or turn the control wheel to

select the desired number, then press on the center.

Note

Register shooting settings in advance by [Memory].

If you set [Memory recall] after completing the shooting settings, the

registered settings are given priority and the original settings may become

invalid. Check the indicators on the screen before shooting.

[36] How to Use Shooting Selecting a shooting mode

Movie

You can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value to your desired settings for

recording movies. You can also check the image angle before shooting.

1. Set the mode dial to (Movie).

2. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Movie] ! desired setting.

When [Mode Dial Guide] is set to [On], you can select the desired

settings after you have changed the position of the mode dial.

3. Press the MOVIE button to start recording.

Press the MOVIE button again to stop recording.

Menu item details

Program Auto:

Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically.

Aperture Priority:

Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually.

Shutter Priority:

Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually.

Manual Exposure:

Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure (both the shutter speed and the

aperture value) manually.

[37] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

Zoom

Enlarge images using the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.

1. Enlarge images with the W/T (zoom) lever when shooting.

Move the W/T (zoom) lever to the T side to zoom in and to the W side to

zoom out.

Hint

When you select other than [Optical zoom only] for [Zoom Setting], you can

exceed the zoom range of the optical zoom to zoom images.

You can assign the zoom function to the control ring.

[38] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

The zoom features available with this product

The zoom feature of the product provides a higher magnification zoom by

combining various zoom features. The icon displayed on the screen changes,

according to the selected zoom feature.

1. Optical zoom range

Images are magnified within the optical zoom range of this product.

2. Smart Zoom range ( )

Zoom images without causing the original quality to deteriorate by partially

cropping an image (only when the image size is [M], [S] or [VGA]).

3. Clear Image Zoom range ( )

Zoom images using an image process with less deterioration. Set [Zoom

Setting] to [On:ClearImage Zoom] or [On:Digital Zoom] first.

4. Digital Zoom range ( )

You can magnify images using an image process. When you select

[On:Digital Zoom] for [Zoom Setting], you can use this zoom function.

Note

The default setting for [ Image Size] is [L]. To use the smart zoom change

[ Image Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA].

You cannot use the Smart Zoom function with movies.

When you use a zoom function other than the optical zoom, [Metering Mode]

is fixed to [Multi].

[39] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

Zoom Setting

You can select the zoom setting of the product.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Zoom Setting] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Optical zoom only:

Optical zoom is activated. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [

Image Size] to [M], [S] or [VGA].

On:ClearImage Zoom:

Even if the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded, the product magnifies

images within the range in which image quality does not deteriorate

significantly.

On:Digital Zoom:

When the zoom range of the [ Clear Image Zoom] is exceeded, the product

magnifies images to the largest scale. However, the image quality will

deteriorate.

Note

Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in

which image quality does not deteriorate.

[40] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

About zoom scale

The zoom scale changes according to the settings of this product. The zoom

scale for each setting is as follows.

When [ Aspect Ratio] is [4:3]

[Zoom Setting]: [Optical zoom only] (including smart zoom)

[ Image Size]: L 30", M 40", S 56", VGA 229"

[Zoom Setting]: [On:ClearImage Zoom]

[ Image Size]: L 60", M 80", S 113", VGA 459"

[Zoom Setting]: [On:Digital Zoom]

[ Image Size]: L 120", M 161", S 226", VGA 459"

[41] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

Zoom Speed

Sets the zoom speed of the camera's zoom lever.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Zoom Speed] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Normal:

Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to normal.

Fast:

Sets the zoom speed of the zoom lever to fast.

Hint

The [Zoom Speed] settings are also used when you are zooming with a

remote controller (sold separately) connected to the camera.

Note

Selecting [Fast] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be

recorded.

[42] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the zoom

Zoom Func. on Ring

Sets the zoom functions when using the control ring to change zoom scales.

The settings for [Zoom Func. on Ring] are valid only when auto-focusing.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Zoom Func. on Ring] ! desired

setting.

Menu item details

Standard:

Zooms in/out smoothly when you operate the zoom by turning the control ring.

Quick:

Zooms in/out to an angle of view corresponding to how far the control ring has

been rotated.

Step:

Zooms in/out at certain angle steps when you operate the zoom by turning the

control ring.

Note

In the following situations, the zoom function activates as if [Zoom Func. on

Ring] is set to [Standard], even if it is set to [Step].

When using the W/T (zoom) lever to change the zoom scale.

When recording movies.

When using zoom functions other than the optical zoom.

When the shooting mode is set to something other than [Intelligent Auto] or

[Superior Auto], assign the [Zoom] function to the control ring before using

the control ring.

Selecting [Quick] increases the likelihood that the zoom sound will be

recorded.

[43] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash

Using flash

In dark environments, use the flash to light up the subject while shooting and to

prevent camera-shake. When shooting against the sun, use the flash to lighten

the image of the backlit subject.

1. Press the (Flash pop-up) slide switch to pop up the flash.

2. Press the shutter button fully down.

When you do not use the flash

When not using the flash, press it back into the camera body.

Note

If you fire the flash before the flash unit pops up entirely, it may cause

malfunction.

You cannot use the flash when recording movies.

While charging the flash, flashes. After charging is completed, the

flashing icon will light up.

When shooting with the flash and the zoom is set to W, the shadow of the

lens may appear on the screen, depending on the shooting conditions. If this

happens, shoot away from the subject or set the zoom to T and shoot with

the flash again.

When the monitor is tilted upward more than 90 degrees, it is difficult to

operate the (Flash pop-up) switch. Raise the flash unit before adjusting

the monitor angle.

When using flash to shoot pictures of yourself, be careful not to look directly

at the light, because the flash will go off at a close distance. To prevent the

flash from hitting the monitor when you press it back down into the camera

body after use, first return the monitor to its original position.

[44] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash

Notes on using the flash

When using the flash, note the following points.

You cannot use the flash when recording movies.

While charging the flash, the indicator flashes. When the charging of the

flash is finished, the indicator lights up.

[45] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash

Flash Mode

You can set the flash mode.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Flash Mode] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Flash Off:

The flash does not operate.

Autoflash:

The flash works in dark environments or when shooting towards bright light.

Fill-flash:

The flash works every time you trigger the shutter.

Slow Sync.:

The flash works every time you trigger the shutter. Slow sync shooting allows

you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing

the shutter speed.

Rear Sync.:

The flash works right before the exposure is completed every time you trigger

the shutter. Rear sync shooting allows you to shoot a natural image of the trail

of a moving subject such as a moving car or a walking person.

Note

The default setting depends on the shooting mode.

Available flash mode depends on the shooting mode.

[46] How to Use Using shooting functions Using the flash

Flash Comp.

Adjusts the amount of flash light in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV.

Flash compensation changes the amount of flash light only. Exposure

compensation changes the amount of flash light along with the change of the

shutter speed and aperture.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Flash Comp.] ! desired setting.

Selecting higher values (+ side) makes the flash level higher, and lower

values (– side) makes the flash level lower.

Note

[Flash Comp.] does not work when the shooting mode is set to the following

modes:

[Intelligent Auto]

[Superior Auto]

[iSweep Panorama]

[Scene Selection]

The higher flash effect may not be visible due to the limited amount of flash

light available, if the subject is outside the maximum range of the flash. If the

subject is very close, the lower flash effect may not be visible.

[47] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode

Switching the screen display (Shooting)

You can change the display contents on the screen.

1. Press the DISP (Display Setting) button.

Each time you press the DISP button, the recording information display

changes.

Graphic Display

Display All Info.

No Disp. Info.

Histogram

Level

For viewfinder*

* [For viewfinder] is displayed only on the screen.

Some display modes are not available in the default settings.

To change the display modes, press MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [DISP

Button] and change the setting.

Note

Histogram is not displayed during panorama shooting.

In movie mode, [For viewfinder] cannot be displayed.

Hint

You can select different settings for both the viewfinder and the monitor. Look

through the viewfinder to set the display settings for the viewfinder.

To hide the grid lines displayed during still image shooting, select MENU !

(Custom Settings) ! [Grid Line] ! [Off].

To hide the marker displayed during movie recording, select MENU !

(Custom Settings) ! [ Marker Display] ! [Off].

[48] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode

Switching between the viewfinder and the screen

The displays on the viewfinder and screen may differ depending on the

viewfinder and screen status and the [FINDER/MONITOR] setting.

When the viewfinder is down

The image is displayed on the screen only regardless of the

[FINDER/MONITOR] setting and whether the monitor is open or closed.

When the viewfinder is up and the screen is closed

When you look into the viewfinder: The image is displayed in the viewfinder

only regardless of the [FINDER/MONITOR] setting.

When you are not looking into the viewfinder: If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to

[Auto], the image is displayed only on the screen.

When you are not looking into the viewfinder: If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to

[Viewfinder], the image is displayed in the viewfinder only.

When the viewfinder is up and the screen is open

Low angle: If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto], the image is displayed on

the screen only.

Low angle: If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Viewfinder], the image is

displayed in the viewfinder only.

Self-portrait: If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Auto], the image is displayed in

the screen only.

Self-portrait: If [FINDER/MONITOR] is set to [Viewfinder], the image is

displayed in the viewfinder only.

[49] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode

DISP Button (Finder)

Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the

viewfinder using (Display Setting) in shooting mode.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [DISP Button] ! [Finder] ! desired

setting ! [Enter].

The items marked with are available.

Menu item details

Graphic Display:

Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and

aperture value.

Display All Info.:

Shows recording information.

No Disp. Info.:

Does not show recording information.

Histogram:

Displays the luminance distribution graphically.

Level:

Indicates whether the product is level in the horizontal direction. When the

product is level in the horizontal direction, the indicator turns to green.

[50] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a screen display mode

DISP Button (Monitor)

Allows you to set the screen display modes that can be selected for the monitor

using (Display Setting) in shooting mode.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [DISP Button] ! [Monitor] ! desired

setting ! [Enter].

The items marked with are available.

Menu item details

Graphic Display:

Shows basic shooting information. Graphically shows the shutter speed and

aperture value.

Display All Info.:

Shows recording information.

No Disp. Info.:

Does not show recording information.

Histogram:

Displays the luminance distribution graphically.

Level:

Indicates whether the product is level in the horizontal direction. When the

product is level in the horizontal direction, the indicator turns to green.

For viewfinder:

Displays information suited for shooting with the viewfinder.

[51] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Image Size (still image)

The larger the image size, the more detail will be reproduced when the image is

printed on large-format paper. The smaller the image size, the more images can

be recorded.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [ Image Size] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 3:2

L: 16M 4896"3264 pixels

M: 8.9M 3648"2432 pixels

S: 4.5M 2592"1728 pixels

Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 4:3

L: 18M 4896"3672 pixels

M: 10M 3648"2736 pixels

S: 5.0M 2592"1944 pixels

VGA 640"480 pixels

Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 16:9

L: 13M 4896"2752 pixels

M: 7.5M 3648"2056 pixels

S: 2.1M 1920"1080 pixels

Image size when [ Aspect Ratio] is 1:1

L: 13M 3664"3664 pixels

M: 7.5M 2736"2736 pixels

S: 3.7M 1920"1920 pixels

[52] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Aspect Ratio (still image)

Sets the aspect ratio of still images.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [ Aspect Ratio] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

3:2:

Suitable for standard prints.

4:3:

For shooting in a size suitable for viewing on a computer.

16:9:

For viewing on a high-definition TV.

1:1:

For shooting in composition as a medium format camera.

[53] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Quality (still image)

Selects the compression format of still images.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [ Quality] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Fine:

File format: JPEG

The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded.

Standard:

File format: JPEG

The image is compressed in the JPEG format when recorded. Since the

compression rate of [Standard] is higher than that of [Fine], the file size of

[Standard] is smaller than that of [Fine]. This will allow more files to be recorded

on 1 memory card, but the image quality will be lower.

[54] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Panorama: Size

Sets the image size when shooting panoramic images. The image size varies

depending on the [Panorama: Direction] setting.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Panorama: Size] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

When [Panorama: Direction] is [Up] or [Down]

Standard: 3424"1920

Wide: 4912"1920

When [Panorama: Direction] is [Left] or [Right]

Standard: 4912"1080

Wide: 7152"1080

360°: Allows you to shoot in the size of 11520"1080, 360 degrees around.

[55] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting still image size/image quality

Panorama: Direction

Sets the direction to pan the camera when shooting panoramic images.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Panorama: Direction] ! desired

setting.

Menu item details

Right:

Pan the camera from the left to the right.

Left:

Pan the camera from the right to the left.

Up:

Pan the camera from the bottom to the top.

Down:

Pan the camera from the top to the bottom.

[56] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Focus Mode

Selects the focus method to suit the movement of the subject.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Focus Mode] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

(Single-shot AF):

The product locks the focus when the focus adjustment is achieved. Use

[Single-shot AF] when the subject is motionless.

(DMF):

Allows you to use manual focus and auto focus in combination.

(Manual Focus):

Adjusts the focus manually. If you cannot focus on the intended subject using

auto focus, use manual focus.

Note

If the subject is too close, the image may show any dust or fingerprints on the

lens. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth, etc.

Hint

If you shoot movies when [Focus Mode] is set to [Single-shot AF] or [DMF],

the [Focus Mode] will automatically change to (Continuous AF) and

then continue to focus.

[57] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Focus Area

Selects the focusing area. Use this function when it is difficult to get the proper

focus in auto focus mode.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Focus Area] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Wide:

Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the image.

When you press the shutter button halfway down in still image shooting mode, a

green frame is displayed around the area that is in focus.

Center:

Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the image. When used

together with the AF lock function, you can compose the image you want.

Flexible Spot:

Allows you to move the AF range frame to the desired point on the screen and

focus on an extremely small subject in a narrow area.

On the Flexible Spot shooting screen, you can change the size of the AF range

finder frame by rotating the control wheel.

Expand Flexible Spot:

If the product fails to focus on the single selected point, it uses the focus points

around the flexible spot as the second priority area to achieve focus.

On the Flexible Spot shooting screen, you can change the size of the AF range

finder frame by rotating the control wheel.

[58] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Center Lock-on AF

When you press the center button, the camera detects the subject positioned in

the center of the screen and continues to track the subject.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Center Lock-on AF] ! [On]

2. Align the target frame (A) over the subject and press in the center of

the control wheel.

Press again to stop tracking.

If the camera loses track of the subject, it can detect when the subject

reappears on the monitor and resume tracking.

3. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image.

Note

[Center Lock-on AF] may not function very well in the following situations:

The subject is moving too quickly.

The subject is too small, or too large.

The contrast between the subject and the background is poor.

It is dark.

The ambient light changes.

Lock-on AF does not work in the following situations:

In [iSweep Panorama] mode

When [Scene Selection] is set to [Hand-held Twilight] or [Anti Motion Blur]

When shooting in Manual Focus mode

When using the digital zoom

The camera may not be able to resume tracking for a while after it loses the

track of the subject.

[59] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Focus-lock

Shoots images with the focus locked on the desired subject in auto focus mode.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Focus Mode] ! [Single-shot AF].

2. Place the subject within the AF area and press the shutter button halfway

down.

The focus is locked.

3. Keep pressing the shutter button halfway down, and place the subject back

in the original position to re-compose the shot.

4. Press the shutter button down fully to take the picture.

[60] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Manual Focus

When it is difficult to get the proper focus in autofocus mode, you can adjust the

focus manually. This setting will become activated when you shoot still images

or movies.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Focus Mode] ! [Manual Focus].

2. Rotate the control ring to achieve sharp focus.

When you rotate the control ring, the focus distance is displayed on the

screen.

3. Press the shutter button fully down to take the picture.

Note

When you use the viewfinder, adjust the diopter level to obtain the correct

focus on the viewfinder.

If you re-select the [Focus Mode], any focus distance that you set manually

will be canceled.

[61] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Direct manual focus (DMF)

You can make fine adjustments manually after the focus is locked.

You can quickly focus on a subject rather than using the manual focus from the

beginning. This is convenient in cases such as macro shooting.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Focus Mode] ! [DMF].

2. Press the shutter button halfway down to focus automatically.

3. Keep the shutter button halfway down, rotate the control ring to achieve a

sharper focus.

When you rotate the control ring, the focus distance is displayed on the

screen.

4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot an image.

[62] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

MF Assist (still image)

Enlarges the image on the screen automatically to make manual focusing

easier. This works in Manual Focus or Direct Manual Focus shooting.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [ MF Assist] ! [On].

2. Turn the control ring to adjust the focus.

The image is enlarged.

Note

You cannot use [ MF Assist] when shooting movies.

Hint

You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting

MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Focus Magnif. Time].

[63] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Focus Magnifier

You can check the focus by enlarging the image before shooting.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Focus Magnifier].

2. Press on the center of the control wheel to enlarge the image and

select the position you want to enlarge using up/down/left/right side of the

control wheel.

You can change the magnifier scaling in two steps by pressing in

the center, and close the focus magnifier mode and return to the normal

shooting display by pressing three times.

3. Confirm the focus.

4. Press the shutter button fully down to shoot the image.

Hint

When focusing manually, you can adjust the focus while an image is

magnified.

The [Focus Magnifier] function will be released when the shutter button is

pressed halfway.

You can record images while an image is enlarged, but the product records a

full-display image.

The [Focus Magnifier] function will be released after shooting.

You can set how long the image is to be shown magnified by selecting

MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Focus Magnif. Time].

[64] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Focus Magnif. Time

Set the duration for which an image is to be magnified using the [ MF Assist]

or [Focus Magnifier] function.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Focus Magnif. Time] ! desired

setting.

Menu item details

2 Sec:

Magnifies the images for 2 seconds.

5 Sec:

Magnifies the images for 5 seconds.

No Limit:

Magnifies the images until you press the shutter button.

[65] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Peaking Level

Enhances the outline of in-focus ranges using a specific color in Manual Focus

or Direct Manual Focus shooting. This function allows you to confirm the focus

easily. This setting will become activated when you shoot still images or movies.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Peaking Level] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

High:

Sets the peaking level to high.

Mid:

Sets the peaking level to middle.

Low:

Sets the peaking level to low.

Off:

Does not use the peaking function.

Note

Since the product determines that sharp areas are in focus, the effect of

peaking differs, depending on the subject and shooting conditions.

The outline of in-focus ranges is not enhanced when the product is

connected using an HDMI cable.

[66] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

Peaking Color

Sets the color used for the peaking function in Manual Focus or Direct Manual

Focus shooting. This setting will become activated when you shoot still images

or movies.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Peaking Color] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Red:

Enhances outlines in red.

Yellow:

Enhances outlines in yellow.

White:

Enhances outlines in white.

[67] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the focus

AF Illuminator (still image)

The AF illuminator supplies fill light to focus more easily on a subject in dark

surroundings. The red AF illuminator allows the product to focus easily when the

shutter button is pressed halfway, until the focus is locked.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [ AF Illuminator] ! desired

setting.

Menu item details

Auto:

Uses the AF illuminator.

Off:

Does not use the AF illuminator.

Note

You cannot use [ AF Illuminator] in the following situations:

In movie mode

In [iSweep Panorama] mode

When [Scene Selection] is set to the following modes:

[Landscape]

[Adv.Sports Shooting]

[Night Scene]

[Pet]

[Fireworks]

The AF illuminator emits a very bright light. Although there is no health

hazard, do not look directly into the AF illuminator at close range.

[68] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure

Exposure Comp.

Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire

image brighter or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or

minus side, respectively (exposure compensation). Normally, exposure is set

automatically (auto exposure).

1. / (Exposure Comp.) on the control wheel ! press the left/right side

of the control wheel or turn the control wheel, and select the desired

exposure range.

When using [Intelligent Auto] or [Superior Auto], you can display the

settings screen for [Photo Creativity] by pressing / .

You can adjust the exposure in a range of –3.0 EV to +3.0 EV.

Note

You can adjust the exposure in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV for movies.

If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use

the flash, you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect.

When you use [Manual Exposure], you can compensate for the exposure

only when [ISO] is set to [ISO AUTO].

[69] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure

Metering Mode

Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for

determining the exposure.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Metering Mode] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Multi:

Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and

determines the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).

Center:

Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the

central area of the screen (Center-weighted metering).

Spot:

Measures only the central area (Spot metering). This function is useful when the

subject is backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the

background.

Note

The setting is fixed to [Multi] in the following shooting modes:

[Intelligent Auto]

[Superior Auto]

[Scene Selection]

Zoom functions other than optical zoom

[70] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure

Zebra

The zebra pattern will appear over part of an image if the brightness level of that

part meets the IRE level that you set. Use this zebra pattern as a guide to adjust

the brightness.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Zebra] ! desired setting.

Menu item details

Off:

Does not display the zebra pattern.

70/75/80/85/90/95/100/100+:

Adjusts the brightness level.

Note

The zebra pattern is not displayed during HDMI connection.

[71] How to Use Using shooting functions Adjusting the exposure

Exposure Set. Guide

You can set whether to display a guide when you change the exposure.

1. MENU ! (Custom Settings) ! [Exposure Set. Guide] ! desired

setting.

Menu item details

Off:

Does not display the guide.

On:

Displays the guide.

[72] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous
shooting/Self-timer)

Drive Mode

You can set the drive mode, such as continuous or self-timer shooting.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Drive Mode] ! desired setting.

You can also set the drive mode by pressing / ([Drive Mode])

button of the control wheel.

Menu item details

Single Shooting:

Shoots one still image. Normal shooting mode.

Cont. Shooting:

Shoots images continuously while you press and hold down the shutter button.

Self-timer:

Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds

have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed.

Self-timer(Cont):

Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated

number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed.

Cont. Bracket:

Shoots images while holding the shutter button down, each with different

degrees of brightness.

Single Bracket:

Shoots a specified number of images, one by one, each with a different degree

of brightness.

WB bracket:

Shoots a total of three images, each with different color tones according to the

selected settings for white balance, color temperature and color filter.

DRO Bracket:

Shoots a total of three images, each at a different degree of D-Range Optimizer.

[73] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous
shooting/Self-timer)

Cont. Shooting

Shoots maximum 10 images while you press the shutter button.

1. MENU! (Camera Settings) ! [Drive Mode] ! [Cont. Shooting].

2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.

Menu Item Details

Continuous Shooting: Hi:

Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 10 images per

second.

Continuous Shooting: Lo:

Continuous shooting speed is set at a maximum of about 2 images per second.

Note

Continuous shooting is unavailable in the following situations:

The shooting mode has been set to [iSweep Panorama].

The shooting mode is set to [Scene Selection] and a scene other than [Adv.Sports

Shooting] is selected.

The [Picture Effect] is set to [Soft Focus], [HDR Painting], [Rich-tone Mono.],

[Miniature], [Watercolor], or [Illustration].

The [DRO/Auto HDR] is set to [Auto HDR].

[ISO] is set to [Multi Frame NR].

[Smile Shutter] is being used.

[74] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous
shooting/Self-timer)

Self-timer

Shoots an image using the self-timer after a designated number of seconds

have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Drive Mode] ! [Self-timer].

2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.

Menu item details

Self-timer: 10 Sec:

Sets the 10-second delay self-timer.

When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds,

and the shutter operates after 10 seconds. To cancel the self-timer, press the

shutter button again.

Self-timer: 5 Sec:

Sets the 5-second delay self-timer.

When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds,

and the shutter operates after 5 seconds. To cancel the self-timer, press the

shutter button again.

Self-timer: 2 Sec:

Sets the 2-second delay self-timer. This reduces the camera-shake caused by

pressing the shutter button.

Hint

Press the / button of the control wheel to end the self-timer.

Press the / button and select (Single Shooting) of the control

wheel to cancel the self-timer.

Note

The self-timer is unavailable in the following situations:

The shooting mode is set to [iSweep Panorama].

[Adv.Sports Shooting] in [Scene Selection]

[Smile Shutter]

[75] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous
shooting/Self-timer)

Self-timer(Cont)

Shoots a designated number of images using the self-timer after a designated

number of seconds have elapsed since the shutter button was pressed. You

can choose the best from multiple shots.

1. MENU ! (Camera Settings) ! [Drive Mode] ! [Self-timer(Cont)].

2. Select the desired mode using the right/left side of the control wheel.

Menu item details

Self-timer(Cont.): 10 Sec. 3 Img.:

Shoots three frames in succession 10 seconds after you press the shutter

button.

When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds,

and the shutter operates after 10 seconds.

Self-timer(Cont.): 5 Sec. 3 Img.:

Shoots three frames in succession 5 seconds after you press the shutter button.

When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds,

and the shutter operates after 5 seconds.

Self-timer(Cont.): 2 Sec. 3 Img.:

Shoots three frames in succession 2 seconds after you press the shutter button.

When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes, a beep sounds,

and the shutter operates after 2 seconds.

Hint

Press the / button of the control wheel to end the self-timer.

Press the / button and select (Single Shooting) of the control

wheel to release the self-timer.

[76] How to Use Using shooting functions Selecting a drive mode (Continuous
shooting/Self-timer)

Cont. Bracket

Shoots multiple images while automatically shifting the exposure from base to

darker and then to lighter. Press and hold down the shutter button until the

bracket recording is completed.

You can select an image that suits your intention, after recording.

1. MENU! (Camera Settings) ! [Drive Mode] ! [Cont. Bracket].