Sony DSC-S600 Operating Instruction

Digital Still Camera

User’s Guide/

Troubleshooting

Enjoying the camera

Using the menu

Using the Setup screen

Using your computer

Additional information on this product and answers

to frequently asked questions can be found at our

Customer Support Website.

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DSC-S600

“Read This First” (separate volume)

Explains the set-up and basic operations for shooting/playback with your camera.

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual and “Read This First” (separate volume) thoroughly, and retain them for future reference.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. DSC-S600

Serial No. ___________________________

Printing still images

Troubleshooting

Others

Index

WARNING

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

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.

For Customers in the U.S.A.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DSC-S600 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr,

San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

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.

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 Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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 Duo”. There are two types of “Memory Stick”.

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

“Memory Stick”: you cannot use a “Memory Stick” with your camera.

Other memory cards cannot be used.

• For details on “Memory Stick Duo”, see page 90.

When using a “Memory Stick Duo” with “Memory Stick” compatible equipment

You can use the “Memory Stick Duo” by inserting it into the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor (not supplied).

Memory Stick Duo Adaptor

Carl Zeiss lens

This camera is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which is capable of reproducing sharp images with excellent contrast. The lens for this camera has been produced under a quality assurance system certified by Carl Zeiss in accordance with the quality standards of Carl Zeiss in Germany.

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.

Internal memory and “Memory Stick Duo” back up

• If you turn off the power or open the battery cover or “Memory Stick Duo” cover, etc. during the access lamp is lit, the data in the internal memory or “Memory Stick Duo” may be corrupted. Be sure to back up the data to avoid the potential risk of data loss. See pages 22 and 55 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 94) 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, or a location with a strong magnetic field. 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 94).

• 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.

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.

Black (white/red/blue/ green) points

• 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.

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.

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.

For full use of the digital still camera

Prepare the camera and shoot images easily

“Read This First” (separate volume)

1 Prepare the batteries 2 Turn the camera on/set the clock 3 Insert a “Memory Stick Duo” (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)

t page 24

• Enjoy various shooting/playback using the menu t page 26

• Change the default settings t page 42

Connect your camera to a PC or a printer

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

various ways t page 52

• Print images by connecting your camera directly to a printer

(PictBridge compliant printers only) t page 69

This manual

Table of contents

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” ............................................... 12

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

Indicators on the screen..........................................................................16

Changing the screen display ...................................................................20

Number of still images and recording time of movies..............................21

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

memory) ..................................................................................................22

Battery life and number of images that can be recorded/viewed ............23

Using the mode switch ............................................................................24

Using the menu

Using menu items ..............................................................................26

Menu items ..........................................................................................27

Shooting menu ........................................................................................28

(Camera)

(EV)

9 (Focus)

WB (White Bal) ISO

(P.Quality)

Mode (REC Mode)

(Interval) (Flash Level)

PFX (P.Effect)

(Saturation) (Contrast)

(Sharpness)

(Setup)

Viewing menu .........................................................................................35

(Folder)

- (Protect)

DPOF

(Print)

(Slide)

(Resize) (Rotate)

(Divide)

(Setup)

Trimming

Using the Setup screen

Using Setup items.............................................................................. 42

Camera ..............................................................................................43

AF Mode Digital Zoom Red Eye Reduction AF Illuminator Auto Review

Internal Memory Tool.........................................................................46

Format

Memory Stick Tool............................................................................. 47

Format Create REC. Folder Change REC. Folder Copy

Setup 1............................................................................................... 49

Beep

Language

Initialize

Setup 2............................................................................................... 50

File Number USB Connect Clock Set

Using your computer

Enjoying your Windows computer ...........................................................52

Installing the supplied software ...............................................................54

Copying images to your computer...........................................................55

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

“Memory Stick Duo”) ...............................................................................61

Using the supplied software....................................................................62

Using your Macintosh computer..............................................................66

Printing still images

How to print still images ..........................................................................68

Printing images directly using a PictBridge compliant printer .................69

Printing at a shop ....................................................................................73

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................75

Warning indicators and messages ..........................................................87

Others

On the “Memory Stick” ............................................................................90

On the batteries.......................................................................................92

Precautions .............................................................................................94

Specifications ..........................................................................................95

Index

......................................................................................................96

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 switch (page 24), the menus (page 26), and so on.

Focus

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.

To shoot a still image difficult to focus on t 9 (Focus) (page 29) If the image looks blurred even after focusing, it may be because of camera shake. t See “Hints for preventing blur” (as follows).

Focusing on a subject successfully

Press the shutter button fully down straight away.

Press the shutter button halfway down.

AE/AF lock Flashing , lit/beeps

Then press the shutter button fully down.

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, and using the flash in dark places 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

Correct exposure

Underexposure

= too little light Darker 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 the functions below.

EV:

Allows you to adjust the exposure that has been determined by the camera. t page 28

Metering Mode:

Allows you to change the part of the subject to be measured to determine the exposure. t step 5 in “Read This First”

light

through

Recording sensitivity

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. To adjust the ISO sensitivity t page 31

High ISO sensitivity

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

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Low ISO sensitivity

Records a smoother image. However, the image may become darker when the exposure is not sufficient.

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 30).

Quality

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

On “image quality” and “image size”

Pixels

Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Incandescent

White (standard) Bluish Blue-tinged Reddish

1 Image size: 6M

2816 pixels × 2112 pixels = 5,947,392 pixels

2 Image size: VGA(E-Mail)

640 pixels × 480 pixels = 307,200 pixels

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

Pixel

The default settings are marked with .

Image size Usage guidelines

6M (2816×2112) Larger

3:2* (2816×1872)

3M (2048×1536)

2M (1632×1224) For printing in postcard size

VGA(E-Mail) (640×480)

16:9(HDTV)** (1920×1080)

* Images are recorded in the same 3:2 aspect ratio as photograph printing paper or postcards, etc. ** Both edges of the image may be cut off when printing (page 84). *** You can enjoy even higher picture quality by connecting the camera via a “Memory Stick” slot or a

USB connection.

Smaller

Many pixels (Fine image quality and large file size)

Few pixels (Rough image quality but small file size)

For printing in A4 size or high density images in A5 size

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

For viewing images on a wide TV or Hi-Vision compatible TV***

Example: Printing in up to A4 size

Example: An attached image to be sent by email

Selecting the image quality (compression ratio) in combination (page 31)

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.

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Identifying parts

See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.

A POWER button/lamp (t step 2 in

“Read This First”)

B Shutter button (t step 5 in “Read This

First ”)

C Flash (t step 5 in “Read This First”) D Self-timer lamp (t step 5 in “Read

This First”)/AF illuminator (44)

E Microphone F Lens G Finder window

3 4 5 6 7 8

qgqh qj qk qlw;

9 q; qa qs qd

A AE/AF lock lamp/self-timer lamp

(green) (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

B Flash charge lamp/Record lamp

(orange) (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

C Finder (t step 5 in “Read This First”) D Mode switch (24) E MENU button (26) F LCD screen (20) G (Screen status) button (20) H (Image Size/Delete) button

(t step 4 and 6 in “Read This First”)

I 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”)

J 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”)

K Hook for wrist strap (t “Read This

First”)

L Battery cover (t step 1 in “Read This

First”)

M Access lamp (t step 4 in “Read This

First”)

N OPEN button (t step 1 in “Read This

First”)

O (USB) jack cover P (USB) jack (56) Q 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 screws longer than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch), and may damage the camera.

• After use, remove the camera from the tripod.

R Speaker (bottom) S “Memory Stick Duo” cover (t step 3

in “Read This First”)

T AC Adaptor cord cover

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

Enjoying the camera

• Do not pinch the cord when you close the cover.

Indicators on the screen

See the pages in parentheses for details of operation.

When shooting still images

When shooting movies

Display Indication

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

z AE/AF lock (t step 5 in

STBY REC

“Read This First”)

Recording mode (24, 31)

White balance (30)

Standby/Recording a movie (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

Camera mode (Scene Selection) (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

Camera mode (Program) (24)

Flash mode (t step 5 in “Read This First”)

Zoom scaling (43, t step

1.3

5 in “Read This First”)

Red Eye Reduction (44)

Sharpness (34)

Saturation (33)

Contrast (33)

AF illuminator (44) Metering mode (t step 5

in “Read This First”)

Picture effect (33)

Display Indication

S AF M A F

AF mode (43)

AF range finder frame indicator (29)

Display Indication

Image size (31, t step 4 in

“Read This First”)

Display Indication

AF range finder frame (29)

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FINE STD Image quality (31)

101

Recording folder (47)

• This does not appear when using the internal memory.

Remaining internal memory capacity (21)

Remaining “Memory Stick” capacity (21)

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

Recording time [maximum recordable time] (21)

1/30" Multi Burst interval (32)

400 Remaining number of

recordable images (21) Self-timer (t step 5 in

“Read This First”)

C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (87)

ISO number (31)

Display Indication

Vibration warning (10)

• Indicates vibration may prevent you from shooting clear images due to insufficient lighting. Even if the vibration warning appears, you can still shoot images. However, we recommend using the flash for better lighting or using a tripod or other means to stabilize the camera.

E Low battery warning (23,

87)

+ Spot metering cross hairs

(t step 5 in “Read This First”)

Display Indication

NR slow shutter

• When using certain shutter speeds*, the NR slow shutter function activates automatically to reduce the picture noise.

* When the shutter speed is

equal to or slower than 1/6 second (when [ISO] is set to [Auto], [80], [100] or [200]). When the shutter speed is equal to or slower than 1/25 second (when [ISO] is set to [400], [800] or [1000]).

125 Shutter speed

F3.5 Aperture value

+2.0EV Exposure Value (28)

Menu/Guide menu (26)

(not displayed on the screen on the previous page)

When playing back still images

When playing back movies

Display Indication

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

Recording mode (24, 31) Image size (31, t step 4 in

“Read This First”)

- Protect (36)

Print order (DPOF) mark (73)

Change folder (35)

• 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 (31)

N Playback (t step 6 in

“Read This First”) Vo l u me (t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

Display Indication

101-0012 Folder-file number (35)

Playback bar (t step 6 in “Read This First”)

Display Indication

PictBridge connecting (70)

101

Recording folder (47)

• This does not appear when using the internal memory.

Playback folder (35)

• This does not appear when using the internal memory.

Remaining internal memory capacity (21)

Remaining “Memory Stick” capacity (21)

8/8 12/12 Image number/Number of

images recorded in selected folder (35)

C:32:00 Self-diagnosis display (87) 00:00:12 Counter (t step 6 in

“Read This First”)

Display Indication

Do not disconnect the USB cable (71)

+2.0EV Exposure Value (28)

ISO number (31) Metering mode (t step 5

in “Read This First”)

Flash

White balance (30)

Display Indication

2006 1 1 9:30 AM

DPOF

z PAU S E z PLAY

BACK/

Recorded date/time of the playback image (51)

Menu/Guide menu (26)

Playing back Multi Burst images in series (31)

Select images

VOLUME

Adjust volume

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500 Shutter speed

F3.5 Aperture value

Playback image (t step 6 in “Read This First”)

Changing the screen display

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

Indicators off

LCD screen off

Indicators on

VGA

Image information is

displayed during playback.

• When you set the LCD screen to Off, the digital zoom does not function (page 43) and [AF Mode] is set to [Single] (page 43). When you select (Flash mode)/ (Self-timer)/ (Metering mode), the image is displayed for about two seconds.

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 Duo” formatted with this camera. The values may vary depending on the shooting conditions. The number of images that can be recorded using the internal memory is equivalent to that of a 32 MB “Memory Stick Duo”.

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

Capacity

Size

6M 10 21 42 77 157 322 660

3:2 10 21 42 77 157 322 660

3M 20 41 82 148 302 617 1266

2M 33 66 133 238 484 988 2025

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

16:9(HDTV) 33 66 133 238 484 988 2025

• The number of images listed is for when [Mode] is set to [Normal].

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

• You can resize the images later ([Resize], page 38).

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

19 39 79 142 290 592 1215

37 74 149 264 537 1097 2250

61 123 246 446 907 1852 3798

491 985 1975 3571 7261 14821 30385

61 123 246 446 907 1852 3798

(Units: Images)

The recording time of movies (Units: 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 only be recorded on a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.

• For image size and image quality, see page 12.

• 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 Duo” (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 Duo” 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 Duo” (not supplied) is inserted

[Recording]: Images are recorded on the “Memory Stick

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 Duo”

Prepare a “Memory Stick Duo” with a capacity of 32 MB or more, then perform the procedure explained in [Copy] (page 48).

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

Perform the procedure on pages 55 to 59 without a “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the camera.

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

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

on images on the “Memory Stick Duo”.

When there is no “Memory Stick Duo” 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.

• You cannot move image data on a “Memory Stick Duo” 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 new batteries 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 Duo” as necessary. Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on the conditions of use.

• 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 frequently. – The camera has been turned on and off many

times. – The zoom is used frequently. – [AF Mode] is set to [Monitor]. – The battery power is low.

When shooting still images

Battery

Alkaline (supplied)

NH-AA-DB (Ni-MH) (not supplied)

LCD

screen

No. of

images

(Approx.)

On 160 80

Off 220 110

On 460 230

Off 580 290

Battery life (min.) (Approx.)

• The number of shooting images/battery life does not change, regardless of image size.

When viewing still images

Battery No. of images

Alkaline (supplied)

NH-AA-DB (Ni-MH) (not supplied)

• Viewing single images in order at about three second intervals

Approx.

7400

Approx.

10600

Battery life

(min.)

Approx.

370

Approx.

530

When shooting movies

Battery

Alkaline (supplied)

NH-AA-DB (Ni-MH) (not supplied)

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

LCD screen OnLCD screen

Approx.

150 min.

Approx.

250 min.

Off

Approx.

200 min.

Approx.

350 min.

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• Shooting in the following situations: – (P.Quality) is set to [Fine]. – [AF Mode] is set to [Single]. – 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 mode switch

Set the mode switch to the desired function.

Mode switch

Control button

: Shooting movies

t step 5 in “Read This First”

: Playback/Edit

t step 6 in “Read This First”

Still image shooting modes

: Auto: Auto adjustment mode

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

Program: 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 27)

: Scene Selection mode

Allows you to shoot with preset settings according to the scene. t step 5 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.

( : you can select the desired setting)

Flash AF range finder White Balance Burst/Multi Burst Flash Level

—

——

Auto —

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Using the menu

Using menu items

v/V/b/B button

Mode switch

z button

MENU button

Control button

1 Turn on the power and set the mode switch.

Different items are available depending on the position of the mode switch and the (Camera) menu settings.

2 Press MENU to display the menu.

3 Select the desired menu item with b/B

on the control button.

• If the desired item is invisible, keep pressing b/B

until the item appears on the screen.

•Press z after selecting an item when the mode

switch is set to .

4 Select the setting with v/V.

The setting you select is zoomed and is set.

5 Press MENU to turn off the menu.

• If there is an item that is not displayed, an v/V mark appears on the edges of the location where menu

items usually appear. To display an item that is not displayed, select the mark with the control button.

• You cannot select items that are grayed out.

Menu items

For details on the operation t page 26

The menu items available vary depending on the mode switch position. Only the available items are displayed on the screen.

( : available)

Mode switch position:

Auto Program Scene

Menu for shooting (page 28)

(Camera)

(EV) — —

9 (Focus) — —

WB (White Bal) — —

ISO — — —

(P.Quality) — — —

Mode (REC Mode) — —

(Interval) —

(Flash Level) —

PFX (P.Effect) — —

(Saturation) — — — —

(Contrast) — — — —

(Sharpness) — — — —

(Setup)

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Menu for viewing (page 35)

(Folder) — — — —

- (Protect) — — — —

DPOF — — — —

(Print) — — — —

(Slide) — — — —

(Resize) — — — —

(Rotate) — — — —

(Divide) — — — —

(Setup) — — — —

Tri mm in g ** ————

* The operation is limited according to the Scene mode (page 25). **Available only during enlarged playback.

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Using the menu

Shooting menu

The default settings are marked with .

For details on the operation t page 26

(Camera)

Select the still image camera mode. t page 24, step 5 in “Read This First”

(EV)

Manually adjusts the exposure.

Toward – Toward +

M +2.0EV

0EV

m –2.0EV

• For details on the exposure t page 11

• The compensation value can be set in 1/3EV increments.

• If a subject is being shot in extremely bright or dark conditions, or the flash is used, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.

Toward +: Brightens an image.

The exposure is determined automatically by the camera.

Toward –: Darkens an image.

For details on the operation t page 26

9 (Focus)

You can change the focus method. Use the menu when it is difficult to get the proper focus in auto focus mode.

Center AF ()

Focuses automatically on a subject in the center of the finder frame.

• Using this with the AF lock function lets you shoot in the desired image composition.

AF range finder frame

AF range finder frame indicator

Using the menu

Multi AF (Multipoint AF) (Still image ) (Movie )

• AF stands for Auto Focus.

• When you are shooting movies, [Multi AF] is recommended as the AF works even with a certain amount of vibration.

• When you use Digital Zoom or AF Illuminator, priority AF movement is given to subjects in or near the center of the frame. In this case the or indicator flashes and the AF range finder frame is not displayed.

• Some settings cannot be selected depending on the Scene mode.

Focuses automatically on a subject in all ranges of the finder frame.

• This mode is useful when the subject is not in the center of the frame.

AF range finder frame

AF range finder frame indicator

For details on the operation t page 26

z If the subject is out of focus

When shooting with the subject at the edge of the frame (or the screen), or when using [Center AF], the camera may not focus on a subject at the edge of the frame. In such cases, do as follows.

1 Recompose the shot so that the subject is centered in the AF range finder, and press the shutter

button halfway down to focus on the subject (AF lock).

AE/AF lock indicator

AF range finder frame

As long as you do not press the shutter button fully down, you can retry the procedure as many times as you want.

2 When the AE/AF lock indicator stops flashing and remains on, return to the fully composed shot,

and press the shutter button fully down.

WB (White Bal)

Adjusts the color tones according to the lighting condition in a situation, for example, when the colors of an image look strange.

n (Incandescent)

(Fluorescent)

(Cloudy)

(Daylight)

Auto

Adjusts for places where the lighting conditions change quickly such as at a party hall, or under bright lighting such as at photography studios.

Adjusts for fluorescent lighting.

Adjusts for a cloudy sky.

Adjusts for outdoors, shooting night scenes, neon signs, fireworks, or sunrise, or conditions before and after sundown.

Adjusts the White Balance automatically.

• For details on the white balance t page 12

• Under fluorescent lights that flicker, the white balance function may not work correctly even though you select [ ] (Fluorescent).

• Some options are not available depending on the Scene mode (page 25).

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