1EThank you for purchasing this CASIO product.• Before using it, be sure to read the precautions contained in this User’s Guide.• Keep the User’s Guid
10Quick Start BasicsYour CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, includ
100Printing. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the ImagesProcedurePage (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All images1. Use [8] and [
101Printing. Date StampingYou can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.. Standards Support
102Using the Camera with a ComputerUsing the Camera with a ComputerYou can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a c
103Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with the version of Windows you are running and what you want to do.Usi
104Using the Camera with a Computer. Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the appli
105Using the Camera with a Computer. To connect the camera to your computer and save files1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU].2. On the “Set Up” ta
106Using the Camera with a Computer6. Copy images to your computer.Windows XP1Select “Open folder to view files” and then click “OK”.2Drag the “DCIM”
107Using the Camera with a Computer. To view images you copied to your computer1. Double-click the copied “DCIM” folder to open it.2. Double-click the
108Using the Camera with a ComputerInstalling Photo Loader with HOT ALBUM on your computer makes it possible to transfer images from the camera to you
109Using the Camera with a ComputerYou can play back movies on your computer if it has QuickTime 7 or higher installed. To play back a movie, first co
11Quick Start BasicsNote that the battery of a newly purchased camera is not charged. Perform the steps under “To charge the battery” to bring the bat
110Using the Camera with a Computer. To upload a movie file to YouTube• Before you can use YouTube Uploader for CASIO, you need to go to the YouTube w
111Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the
112Using the Camera with a Computer. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 104).2. On your co
113Using the Camera with a Computer1. Start up your computer, and place the bundled CD-ROM into its CD-ROM drive.Normally, this should cause the menu
114Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want
115Using the Camera with a Computer4. Turn off the camera and then use the USB cable that comes with the camera to connect it to your Macintosh.• The
116Using the Camera with a Computer. To view copied images1. Double-click the camera’s drive icon.2. Double-click the “DCIM” folder to open it.3. Doub
117Using the Camera with a ComputerYou can use QuickTime, which comes bundled with your operating system, to play back movies on a Macintosh. To play
118Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera creates a file and saves it each time you shoot a snapshot, record a movie, or perform any other operati
119Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).. About DCFDCF i
12Quick Start Basics1. Open the battery cover.Pressing down at the arrow marked on the battery cover, slide it in the direction indicated by the arrow
120Using the Camera with a Computer. Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesThis camera may not be able to
121Other Settings (Set Up)Other Settings (Set Up)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations
122Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * P DisplayThe PLAY mode screen layout settings let you select how display images are shown on
123Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sounds• Setting a volume level of 0 mutes output.Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Menu ColorYou
124Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * File No.Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial
125Other Settings (Set Up)3. Use [8], [2], [4], and [6] to select the geographic area you want and then press [SET].4. Use [8] and [2] to select the c
126Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * AdjustWhen the date and time settings are what you want, press [SET] to apply them.• You can
127Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Language. Specify the display language you want.1Select the tab on the right.2Select “Languag
128Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Auto Power OffAuto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed f
129Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * USBYou can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used wh
13Quick Start BasicsThe first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings.
130Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * FormatIf a memory card is loaded in the camera, this operation will format the memory card. I
131Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsConfiguring Monitor Screen SettingsYou can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can c
132Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsA histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical
133AppendixAppendix. Avoid Use While In Motion• Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or
134Appendix. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or wh
135Appendix. Locations To Be Avoided• Never leave the camera in any of the following types of locations. Doing so creates the risk of fire and electri
136Appendix• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, c
137Appendix. Power Supply• Use only the special rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60) to power this camera. Use of any other type of battery is not
138Appendix. Lens• Never apply too much force when cleaning the surface of the lens. Doing so can scratch the lens surface and cause malfunction.• You
139Appendix. Charger Unit Handling Precautions• The charger unit becomes slightly warm during charging. This is normal and does not indicate malfuncti
14Quick Start BasicsThough the camera has built-in memory that can be used to store images and movies, you probably will want to purchase a commercial
140Appendix. CopyrightsExcept for your own personal enjoyment, unauthorized use of use of snapshots or movies of images whose rights belong to others,
141AppendixAny and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited.This product c
142AppendixIf the [CHARGE] lamp does not light red...Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of the charger is too
143Appendix. Precautions during Use• Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. Th
144AppendixSee page 14 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card.Press the memory card and then release it. This will
145Appendix. Memory Card Handling PrecautionsCertain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving
146AppendixComputer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application y
147AppendixThe numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.. Camera.Charger UnitGeneral Guide1Shutter button (page 16)2[ON/
148AppendixThe monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this sect
149Appendix. Movie RecordingPanel : OnPanel : Off1Focus mode (page 58)2White balance setting (page 71)3Recording mode (page 45)4Remaining movie memory
15Quick Start BasicsYou need to format a new memory card before using it for the first time.1. Turn on the camera and press [MENU].2. Select the “Set
150Appendix. Movie Playback1File type2Protect indicator (page 90)3Folder name/file name (page 118)4Movie recording time (page 75)5Movie image quality
151Appendix“Quality” Tab“Set Up” TabSize8M (3264x2448) Quality (Snapshots)Normal Quality (Movies)HQEV Shift 0.0White Balance AutoISO AutoMeteringB Mul
152Appendix. PLAY Mode“PLAY” Tab“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.Slideshow –Layout Print –MOT
153AppendixWhen things don’t go right... TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause and Recommended ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on. 1)The battery
154AppendixThe flash does not fire. 1)If ? (Flash Off) is selected as the flash mode, change to another mode (page 26).2)If the battery is dead, charg
155AppendixSubjects are too dark when shooting images in a seashore or ski area.Sunlight reflected by water, sand, or snow, can cause underexposure of
156AppendixImages cannot be edited (with Layout Print, resizing, trimming, keystone correction, color restoration, date/time editing, rotation).Note t
157AppendixDisplay MessagesALERTThe camera’s protection function may have activated because camera temperature is too high. Turn off the camera and wa
158AppendixLoad paper! The printer ran out of paper while printing.Memory FullMemory is full with images you recorded and/or files saved by editing op
159AppendixSnapshotNumber of Snapshots and Movie Recording TimeImage Size (Pixels)Image QualityApproximate Image File Size Built-in Memory (12.4MB) Ca
16Quick Start Basics1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera.Make sure R is on the display. If it isn’t, see page 50.2. Point the camera at the subjec
160AppendixMovies* The number of image values are approximate and are provided for reference only. The actual number of images you may be able to reco
161AppendixSpecificationsProduct Type Digital CameraModel EX-Z80File Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliantMovie
162AppendixAperture Value F3.1 (W) to F5.6 (W) (When used with ND filter)* Using optical zoom changes the aperture value.White Balance Auto, Daylight,
163AppendixApproximate Battery LifeAll of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) be
164Appendix. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60). Charger unit (BC-60L)• Power cord precautions for use in SingaporeThe power cord set is not sup
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17Quick Start Basics4. Continuing to keep the camera still, press the shutter button the rest of the way down.This records the snapshot.. Using Quick
18Quick Start BasicsYour images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button,
19Quick Start BasicsUse the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.• For information about how to play back movies, see
2As you unpack your camera, check to make sure that all items shown below are included. If anything is missing, contact your original retailer.Unpacki
20Quick Start BasicsIf memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage and record more images.• Remember that a file
21Quick Start BasicsOperation• Never open the battery cover while the back lamp is flashing green. Doing so can result in the image you just shot bein
22Quick Start BasicsTo enter the REC Mode, press [ON/OFF] (Power) or [r] (REC). To enter the PLAY mode, press Page (PLAY).The back lamp will light (gre
23Snapshot TutorialSnapshot TutorialThe Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].This will select one of
24Snapshot Tutorial. PixelsA digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detai
25Snapshot Tutorial. To select the image size1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the top Control Panel option (Image Size).3.
26Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [2] ( ) once.2. Use [4] and [6] to select the flash setting you want and then press [SET].When the “R Pan
27Snapshot Tutorial• Select “Flash Off” for the flash setting when shooting in areas where flash photograph is prohibited.• Approximate Flash Range (I
28Snapshot TutorialWith Auto Shutter, the camera releases the shutter automatically when it detects that certain conditions are present.1. In the REC
29Snapshot Tutorial1. Point the camera at location where the subject will pass and then half-press the shutter button to adjust exposure and focus.2.
3• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.• The contents of this manual have been checked at each step of the production pro
30Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fourth Control Panel option from the top (Sensitivity).3. Use [4]
31Snapshot TutorialTips for Better Auto Shutter Snapshots• Using Auto Shutter in combination with Anti Shake (page 64) reduces the chance of image blu
32Snapshot TutorialThe face recognition feature adjusts focus and brightness to the faces in the image. Face recognition has two modes, described belo
33Snapshot Tutorial. To pre-record the faces of family members, etc.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Pan
34Snapshot Tutorial. To assign a priority level to pre-recorded face dataYou can use the procedure below to assign names and priority levels to pre-re
35Snapshot Tutorial. To add a face data shot to an existing pre-recorded family memberFace recognition efficiency can be improved by recording three o
36Snapshot Tutorial. To shoot a snapshot using pre-recorded face data1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control Pa
37Snapshot TutorialTips for Best Face Recognition Results• Face recognition in the Family First mode is slightly faster than that in the Normal mode.
38Snapshot TutorialYour camera has three continuous shutter modes.* To turn off a continuous shutter mode, select “Off”.1. In the REC mode, press [SET
39Snapshot TutorialNOTE• With continuous shutter, exposure and focus for the first image are applied for successive images as well.• Continuous shutte
4ContentsContentsUnpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Read this first
40Snapshot TutorialISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the seventh Contr
41Snapshot Tutorial. Using the easy MenuThe easy menu contains flash, self-timer, and image size settings, plus an item for exiting the easy mode.Whil
42Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the bottom Control Panel option (Date/Time).Use [4] and [6] to select
43Snapshot TutorialNOTE• The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you re
44Snapshot Tutorial• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 24). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can
45Recording Movie Images and AudioRecording Movie Images and Audio1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 69).The length of the movie you
46Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is
47Recording Movie Images and AudioWith this feature, the camera prerecords up to five seconds of whatever is happening in front of the lens in a buffe
48Recording Movie Images and Audio1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button.Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorde
49Recording Movie Images and AudioAbout audio data• Audio files can be played back on a computer with Windows Media Player or QuickTime.– Audio Data:
5Contents❚❙Recording Movie Images and Audio 45To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
50Using BEST SHOTUsing BEST SHOTBEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditi
51Using BEST SHOT4. Press the shutter button (if you are shooting a snapshot) or [0] (if you are shooting a movie).NOTE• The BEST SHOT YouTube scene s
52Using BEST SHOT• High Sensitivity– The high sensitivity setting is disabled whenever the camera’s flash fires.– High sensitivity may not produce the
53Using BEST SHOTNOTE• BEST SHOT snapshot scenes can be used for snapshots only and movie scenes can be used for movies only.• You can check the setti
54Using BEST SHOTThe Business Shot scenes of BEST SHOT produce images in which lines are straight and natural, even if rectangular subjects are shot f
55Using BEST SHOTWith this feature, you can shoot your own self-portrait simply by pointing the camera at your face.BEST SHOT has two self-portrait sc
56Advanced SettingsAdvanced SettingsThe following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings.• You also can use the Control
57Advanced Settings3. Use [8] and [2] to select the menu item you want, and then press [6].4. Use [8] and [2] to change the setting.5. After the setti
58Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus*1The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.*2 The minimum changes along w
59Advanced Settings*4 (m)NOTE• Above values are for reference only.For movie macro, the focus range is a few centimeters within the center distance.No
6Contents❚Adjusting Image Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Contrast). . . 74❚Specifying Flash Intensity . .
60Advanced SettingsTo focus with manual focus1. On the monitor screen, compose the image so the subject you want to focus on is within the yellow boun
61Advanced SettingsUsing Focus Lock“Focus lock” is a technique you can use when you want to compose an image in which the subject you want to focus on
62Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus FrameYou can use this procedure to select from among five different shapes, including
63Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timerWith the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is r
64Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Auto ShutterFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 28.Procedure[r] (REC) * [M
65Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * AF Area• “Multi” cannot be selected for the Auto Focus area while you are using Face Recog
66Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * L/R KeyYou can assign one of the five functions listed below to the [4] and [6] keys.Proced
67Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * GridThe on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy vertical an
68Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * MemoryWhen you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory
69Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SizeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 25.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]
7Contents❚Playing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109❚Uploading Movie Files
70Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * EV ShiftYou can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it
71Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * White BalanceYou can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where
72Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISOFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 40.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]
73Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Dynamic RangeYou can adjust the Dynamic Range setting in order to capture the bright ar
74Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SaturationYou can specify one of five saturation settings from +2 (most saturated) to –
75Viewing Snapshots and MoviesViewing Snapshots and MoviesSee page 19 for the procedure for viewing snapshots.1. Press Page (PLAY) and then use [4] and
76Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the one you want is displayed.2. Slide the zoom
77Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY Mode, slide the zoom controller towards w (]) twice.This will display the calendar screen that shows the
78Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. Use the AV cable that comes with the camera to connect it to the TV.• Make sure that you insert the cable connector i
79Viewing Snapshots and MoviesNOTE• Audio is monaural.• Certain TVs may cut off part of the images.• Before connecting to a TV to display images, be s
8ContentsUsing a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144❚To replace the memory card . . .
80Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Other Playback Functions (PLAY)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform ot
81Other Playback Functions (PLAY)• To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. Pressing [MENU] instead of [SET] stops the slideshow and returns to the menu sc
82Other Playback Functions (PLAY)2. Perform one of the following operations to open the memory card or built-in memory.This will cause the camera to b
83Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Layout PrintYou can use the following procedure to insert existing snapshot
84Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Movie Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * MOTION PRINT1. Use [8] and [2] to select either “9 frames” o
85Other Playback Functions (PLAY)1. Use [8] and [2] to select the editing method you want to use and then press [SET].2. Use [4] and [6] to scroll thr
86Other Playback Functions (PLAY)NOTE• When you edit a movie, only the result is saved. The original movie is not retained. An editing operation canno
87Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * White BalanceYou can use the white balance setting to sel
88Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * BrightnessYou can select one of five brightness levels, f
89Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Color CorrectionColor Correction lets you correct the col
9Quick Start BasicsQuick Start BasicsWhat is a digital camera?DeleteA digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete imag
90Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF PrintingSee page 99 for details.ProcedurePage (PLAY) * [MENU] * PLAY Ta
91Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Date/TimeWhen the date and time settings are what you wan
92Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * ResizeYou can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the
93Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DubbingYou can add audio to a snapshot after you shoot it
94Other Playback Functions (PLAY)1. In the PLAY mode, use [4] and [6] to scroll through the images until the Audio Snapshot you want is displayed.An a
95Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * CopyFiles can be copied from the camera’s built-in memory
96PrintingPrinting• You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before printing (page 99).Printing S
97PrintingYou can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer.. To set up the
98Printing. To print1. Turn on the printer and load paper.2. Turn on the camera.This will display the print menu screen.3. Use [8] and [2] to select “
99Printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off informati
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