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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - User’s Guide

1ETo go to “Getting the Most Out of Dynamic Photo” click here!Thank you for purchasing this CASIO product.• Before using it, be sure to read the preca

Page 2 - Unpacking

10The monitor screen uses various indicators, icons, and values to keep you informed of the camera’s status.• The sample screens in this section are i

Page 3 - Read this first!

100Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * LightingYou can use this setting to optimize the balance

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101Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * White BalanceYou can use the white balance setting to se

Page 5 - Advanced Settings 63

102Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * BrightnessYou can select one of five brightness levels,

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103Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Color CorrectionColor Correction lets you correct the co

Page 7 - Other Settings (Set Up) 139

104Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF PrintingSee page 116 for details.ProcedurePage (PLAY

Page 8 - Appendix 151

105Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Date/TimeWhen the date and time settings are what you wa

Page 9 - General Guide

106Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * ResizeYou can reduce the size of a snapshot and save the

Page 10 - Monitor Screen Contents

107Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DubbingYou can add audio to a snapshot after you shoot i

Page 11 - . Movie Recording

108Other 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

Page 12 - Quick Start Basics

109Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * CopyFiles can be copied from the camera’s built-in memor

Page 13

11. Movie Recording. Snapshot Viewing. Movie Playback1Flash (page 34)2Recording mode (page 49)3White balance setting (page 82)4Remaining movie memory

Page 14 - 1. Positioning the positive

110Other Playback Functions (PLAY)You can use the procedures in this section to crop either a moving subject or a still subject out of a snapshot and

Page 15 - 3. Close the battery cover

111Other Playback Functions (PLAY)3. First, shoot an image that includes the subject you want to extract.• Shoot an image in which the subject is as l

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112Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Use the following procedure to insert a subject into a background image. A Dynamic Photo with a moving subject is sa

Page 17 - 4. Set the date and the time

113PrintingPrinting• You can specify which images you want to print, the number of copies, and date stamp settings before printing (page 116).Printing

Page 18 - Preparing a Memory Card

114PrintingYou can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge and print images without going through a computer.. To set up the

Page 19 - 2. Load a memory card

115Printing. 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

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116Printing. Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)DPOF is a standard that allows you to include image type, number of copy, and time stamp on/off informat

Page 21 - Turning the Camera On and Off

117Printing. Configuring the Same DPOF Settings for All the ImagesProcedurePage (PLAY) * Snapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * DPOF Printing * All imag

Page 22 - 2. Point the camera

118Printing. Date StampingYou can use one of the following three methods to include the recording date in the printout of an image.. Standards Support

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119Using the Camera with a ComputerUsing the Camera with a ComputerYou can perform the operations described below while the camera is connected to a c

Page 24 - . Using Quick Shutter

12Quick Start BasicsQuick Start BasicsWhat is a digital camera?DeleteA digital camera stores images on a memory card, so you can record and delete ima

Page 25 - Holding the Camera Correctly

120Using 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

Page 26 - Viewing Snapshots

121Using the Camera with a Computer. Computer System Requirements for Bundled SoftwareComputer system requirements are different for each of the appli

Page 27 - Deleting Images

122Using 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 computer.• The c

Page 28 - Snapshot Shooting Precautions

123Using the Camera with a Computer7. Double-click “Removable Disk”.• Your computer recognizes the memory card loaded in the camera (or built-in memor

Page 29 - Snapshot Tutorial

124Using 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

Page 30

125Using the Camera with a ComputerWindows Media Player, which is already installed on most computers, can be used for movie playback. To play back a

Page 31 - . About image sizes

126Using 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

Page 32 - Image Size Selection Tips

127Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you want to transfer images from your computer to the camera, install Photo Transport on your computer from the

Page 33 - . To select the image size

128Using the Camera with a Computer. To transfer computer screen captures to the camera1. Connect the camera to your computer (page 121).2. On your co

Page 34 - Using Flash (Flash)

129Using 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

Page 35 - Other Useful Flash Features

13Quick Start BasicsYour CASIO camera is packed with a powerful selection of features and functions to make recording of digital images easier, includ

Page 36 - Focus frame Focus frame

130Using the Camera with a ComputerInstall the required software in accordance with what version of the Macintosh OS you are running and what you want

Page 37 - (Lighting)

131Using 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

Page 38 - (ISO Sensitivity)

132Using the Camera with a Computer8. After the copy operation is complete, drag the drive icon to Trash.9. On the camera, press [ON/OFF] to turn off

Page 39 - Using Continuous Shutter (CS)

133Using the Camera with a ComputerIf you are running Mac OS X, you can use the iPhoto application that comes bundled with the operating system to man

Page 40

134Using the Camera with a ComputerYou must have Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to view the contents of a PD

Page 41

135Using the Camera with a ComputerIMPORTANT!• Recorded images are transferred over wireless LAN. Do not use the Eye-Fi card or turn off Eye-Fi card c

Page 42

136Using 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

Page 43

137Using the Camera with a ComputerThe camera stores images you shoot in accordance with the Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF).. About DCFDCF i

Page 44 - 4. Press [SET]

138Using the Camera with a Computer. Supported Image Files• Image files shot with this camera• DCF-compliant image filesThis camera may not be able to

Page 45 - Shooting with Zoom

139Other Settings (Set Up)Other Settings (Set Up)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform other operations

Page 46 - * 4X optical zoom point

14Quick 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

Page 47

140Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * ScreenYou can change the brightness of the monitor screen.Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Eye-

Page 48 - 1. In the REC mode, press ½

141Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Sounds• Setting a volume level of 0 mutes output.Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * StartupDispla

Page 49 - To record a movie

142Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * File No.Use the following procedure to specify the rule that governs generation of the serial

Page 50 - Microphone

143Other 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

Page 51 - Using Prerecord Movie

144Other 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

Page 52 - Remaining recording

145Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Language. Specify the display language you want.1Select the tab on the right.2Select “Languag

Page 53

146Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * Auto Power OffAuto Power Off turns off the camera whenever no camera operation is performed f

Page 54 - Using BEST SHOT

147Other Settings (Set Up)Procedure[MENU] * Set Up Tab * USBYou can use the procedure below to select the USB communication protocol, which is used wh

Page 55 - 4] and [6]

148Other 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

Page 56 - . BEST SHOT Precautions

149Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsConfiguring Monitor Screen SettingsYou can turn display information on and off by pressing [8] (DISP). You can c

Page 57

15Quick Start BasicsOther Charging Precautions• Use the special charger (BC-31L) to charge the special lithium ion battery (NP-40). Never use any othe

Page 58 - Shooting with AUTO BEST SHOT

150Configuring Monitor Screen SettingsA histogram is a graph that represents the lightness of an image in terms of the number of pixels. The vertical

Page 59

151AppendixAppendix. Avoid Use While In Motion• Never use the camera to record or play back images while operating an automobile or other vehicle, or

Page 60 - 4] and [6] to move the

152Appendix. Smoke, abnormal odor, overheating, and other abnormalities• Continued use of the camera while it is emitting smoke or strange odor, or wh

Page 61 - Recording a Self-portrait

153Appendix. 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

Page 62 - Image” scene

154Appendix• Should you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other abnormal condition while using, c

Page 63 - Advanced Settings

155Appendix. Data Error PrecautionsYour digital camera is manufactured using precision digital components. Any of the following creates the risk of co

Page 64

156Appendix. Caring for your camera• Never touch the lens or flash window with your fingers. Finger smudges, dirt, and other foreign matter on the len

Page 65

157Appendix. Other PrecautionsThe camera becomes slightly warm during use. This is normal and does not indicate malfunction.. CopyrightsExcept for you

Page 66 - ') 9 0.21 (8.3")

158AppendixAny and all unauthorized commercial copying, distribution, and copying of the bundled software over a network are prohibited.This product c

Page 67 - Yellow boundary

159AppendixIf the [CHARGE] lamp does not light red...Charging cannot be performed because ambient temperature or the temperature of the charger is too

Page 68

16Quick Start BasicsChecking Remaining Battery PowerAs battery power is consumed, a battery indicator on the monitor screen indicates remaining power

Page 69

160Appendix. Precautions during Use• Operation provided by a battery under cold conditions is always less than operation under normal temperatures. Th

Page 70

161AppendixSee page 18 for information about supported memory cards and how to load a memory card.Press the memory card and then release it. This will

Page 71 - (Detect Smile)

162Appendix. Memory Card Handling PrecautionsCertain types of cards can slow down processing speeds. In particular, you may experience problems saving

Page 72

163AppendixComputer system requirements are different for each of the applications. Be sure to check the requirements for the particular application y

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164AppendixThe tables in this section show the initial default settings that are configured for menu items (displayed when you press [MENU]) after you

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165Appendix“Quality” Tab“Set Up” TabSize 12M (4000x3000) Quality (Snapshots)Normal Quality (Movies)STDEV Shift 0.0White Balance AutoISO AutoT»Meterin

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166Appendix. PLAY Mode“PLAY” Tab“Set Up” Tab• The contents of the “Set Up” tab are the same in the REC mode and PLAY mode.SlideshowImages: All images

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167AppendixWhen things don’t go right... TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause and Recommended ActionPower SupplyPower does not turn on.1)The battery

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168AppendixThe subject is out of focus in the recorded image.The image may not be focused properly. When composing the image, make sure the subject is

Page 78

169AppendixA recorded image was not saved.1)Camera power may have been turned off before the save operation was complete, which will result in the ima

Page 79

17Quick Start BasicsThe first time you load a battery into the camera, a screen appears for configuring the display language, date, and time settings.

Page 80

170AppendixWhen shooting with Auto Shutter, the shutter does not trigger.Auto Shutter may not trigger when shooting under very bright or very dark con

Page 81

171AppendixImages cannot be transferred over a USB connection.1)The USB cable may not be connected securely. Check all connections.2)The wrong USB com

Page 82

172AppendixCard ERRORThere is something wrong with the memory card. Turn off the camera, remove the memory card and then reload it into the camera. If

Page 83

173AppendixSYSTEM ERRORYour camera system is corrupted. Contact your retailer or an authorized CASIO authorized service center.The card is locked.The

Page 84

174AppendixSnapshotNumber of Snapshots/Movie Recording Time/Voice Recording TimeImage Size (Pixels)Image QualityApproximate Image File SizeBuilt-in Me

Page 85 - Viewing Snapshots and Movies

175AppendixMoviesVoice Recording* Snapshot, movie recording capacity, and voice recording capacity values are approximate and intended for reference o

Page 86

176AppendixSpecificationsFile Format Snapshots: JPEG (Exif Version 2.2); DCF 1.0 standard; DPOF compliantMovies: Motion JPEG AVI, IMA-ADPCM audio (mon

Page 87 - Playback Controls

177AppendixWhite Balance Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, Manual WBSensitivity (Standard Output

Page 88 - Dividing Up a CS Group

178AppendixApproximate Battery LifeAll of the values provided below represent the approximate amount of time under normal temperature (23°C (73°F)) be

Page 89 - Zooming an On-screen Image

179Appendix. Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-40). Charger unit (BC-31L)• Power cord precautions for use in SingaporeThe power cord set is not sup

Page 90 - Displaying the Image Menu

18Quick Start BasicsNOTE• Each country controls its local time offset and the use of summer time, and so they are subject to change.• Removing the bat

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CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.6-2, Hon-machi 1-chomeShibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, JapanMA0903-CMF

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Dynamic PhotoFor a wealth of information Dynamic Photo including sample images, explanations about how you can use Dynamic Photo images, and more, vis

Page 93

2Dynamic Photo! A totally new way to enjoy digitalphotography!Dynamic Photo makes it easy to crop a moving subject out of a series of images and inser

Page 94 - Number of Files: 9

3Dynamic Photo! A totally new way to enjoy digitalphotography!Dynamic Photo lets you extract a moving subject from a series of Continuous Shutter (CS)

Page 95

4Creating a Dynamic Photo Image Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageDynamic Photo images are created by extracting the subject out of one image, and inserti

Page 96 - 1. Use [4] and [6] to select

5Creating a Dynamic Photo Image3. First, shoot the subject.Best results can be obtained with the camera secured on a tripod. With the camera pointed a

Page 97 - 1. Use [4] and [6] to scroll

6Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageUse the following procedure to insert the subject you extracted in Step 1 above into a photograph and create the final

Page 98

7Creating a Dynamic Photo Image6. After creation of the Dynamic Photo image is complete, the finished image with the moving subject will appear on the

Page 99

8Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageBest cropping results are obtained when the background is a wall that is completely free of visible markings like the o

Page 100 - Procedure

9Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageMove the subject away from the wall to avoid shadows!The camera may mistake shadows on the wall or floor caused by stro

Page 101

19Quick Start Basics1. Press [ON/OFF] to turn off the camera and then open the battery cover.Slide the battery cover slider towards OPEN and then open

Page 102

10Creating a Dynamic Photo ImagePressing [SET] during step 1 of “3. First, shoot the subject.” will display a screen for specifying the subject type a

Page 103 - Photograph (Color Correction)

11Creating a Dynamic Photo ImageYou can use the Dynamic Photo image you created in Step 2 in a variety of fun ways.Step 3: Have fun with Dynamic Photo

Page 104

12Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioCreate Original Movies with Dynamic Studiohttp://dynamicstudio.jpDynamic Studio is a free online service t

Page 105 - Rotating an Image (Rotation)

13Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioCopy the Dynamic Photo images to your computer. The best way to keep track of images is to create a new fo

Page 106 - Resizing a Snapshot (Resize)

14Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioClick [Select Photos...] and select the images you want to upload. You can upload up to 20 successive imag

Page 107

15Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioCheck the images and background, and confirm the movement is correct.After you are finished reviewing the

Page 108 - To play snapshot audio

16Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioIn this step you can check your movie and download it if you want.The “Online Movie” box shows a URL where

Page 109 - Copying Files (Copy)

17Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioOn the “Step 6. Your Movie Has Been Created!” page, click “MyMovie.zip”.Check the contents of the confirma

Page 110 - Dynamic Photo

18Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioThis section provides details about the movie conversion settings in Step 5 of the conversion procedure..

Page 111 - IMPORTANT!

19Create Original Movies with Dynamic Studio. Movie Format and Quality SettingsThe “Movie Format” setting is configured automatically in accordance wi

Page 112

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

Page 113 - Printing

20Quick 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

Page 114

20Create Original Movies with Dynamic Studio. Optional SettingsYou can use the optional settings to specify whether or not playback of the movie shoul

Page 115 - . To print

21Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioThis section provides details about the “Your Movie Has Been Created!” page in Step 6 of the conversion pr

Page 116 - 3. Press [SET]

22Create Original Movies with Dynamic StudioCell Phone Use Movie Conversion Precautions• There is no guarantee that a movie converted for cell phone u

Page 117 - 2. Press [SET]

21Quick 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

Page 118 - . Date Stamping

22Quick Start Basics1. Press [r] (REC) to turn on the camera.Make sure R is on the display. If it isn’t, see page 54.2. Point the camera at the subjec

Page 119 - * Windows only

23Quick Start Basics3. Half-press the shutter button to focus the image.When focus is complete, the camera will beep, the back lamp will light green,

Page 120

24Quick Start BasicsIMPORTANT!• While the “Anti Shake” setting is “D Auto” or “A Camera AS”, half pressing the shutter will cause the camera to vibrat

Page 121

25Quick Start BasicsYour images will not come out clearly if you move the camera when you press the shutter button. When pressing the shutter button,

Page 122 - 5. Turn on the camera

26Quick Start BasicsUse the following procedure to view snapshots on the camera’s monitor screen.• For information about how to play back movies, see

Page 123

27Quick Start BasicsIf memory becomes full, you can delete images you no longer need to free up storage and record more images.IMPORTANT!• Remember th

Page 124

28Quick 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

Page 125 - Playing Movies

29Snapshot TutorialSnapshot TutorialThe Control Panel can be used to configure camera settings.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].This will select one of

Page 126

3• The contents of this manual and the bundled Basic Reference are subject to change without notice.• The contents of this manual have been checked at

Page 127 - . To install Photo Transport

30Snapshot TutorialYou can use the following procedure to specify the eight items you want on the Control Panel.1. While the Control Panel is displaye

Page 128 - . About settings and help

31Snapshot Tutorial. PixelsA digital camera image is a collection of small dots called “pixels”. The more pixels there are in an image, the more detai

Page 129 - User Registration

32Snapshot TutorialImage Size Selection TipsNote that larger images have more pixels, so they take up more memory space.• For information about image

Page 130

33Snapshot 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.

Page 131

34Snapshot 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

Page 132 - . To view copied images

35Snapshot TutorialNOTE• Take care so your fingers and the strap do not block the flash.• The desired effect may not be obtained when the subject is t

Page 133 - Playing a Movie

36Snapshot Tutorial1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the third Control Panel option from the top (AF Area).3. Use [4] and [

Page 134 - (Eye-Fi)

37Snapshot TutorialIMPORTANT!•“È Multi” cannot be selected for the Auto Focus area while you are using Face Detection (page 42).• When “Ë Tracking” is

Page 135

38Snapshot TutorialISO sensitivity is a measure of sensitivity to light.1. In the REC mode, press [SET].2. Use [8] and [2] to select the fifth Control

Page 136 - Files and Folders

39Snapshot TutorialYour camera has four continuous shutter modes.* To turn off a continuous shutter mode, select “Off”.1. In the REC mode, press [SET]

Page 137 - . Memory Folder Structure

4ContentsContentsUnpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Read this first

Page 138 - . Supported Image Files

40Snapshot TutorialSpecify the method to use for saving images recorded with the following continuous shutter (CS) modes.CS: 4 fps/10 fps1. After cont

Page 139 - Other Settings (Set Up)

41Snapshot TutorialIMPORTANT!• If there is not enough available capacity on the memory card, you may not be able to record the number of CS images ind

Page 140

42Snapshot TutorialWhen shooting people, the face detection feature detects the faces of up to ten individuals and adjusts focus and brightness accord

Page 141

43Snapshot TutorialTips for Best Face Detection Results• The camera performs center focus if it cannot detect a face.• Always make sure that Auto Focu

Page 142 - (File No.)

44Snapshot TutorialYou can manually adjust an image’s exposure value (EV value) before shooting it.• Exposure Compensation Range: –2.0EV to +2.0EV• Un

Page 143 - 5. Press [SET]

45Snapshot 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

Page 144

46Snapshot TutorialNOTE• The higher the digital zoom factor, the coarser the recorded image. Note that the camera also has a function that lets you re

Page 145

47Snapshot Tutorial• The image deterioration point depends on the image size (page 31). The smaller the image size, the higher the zoom factor you can

Page 146

48Snapshot TutorialThe Make-up Mode smoothes the skin texture of the subject and softens facial shadows caused by harsh sunlight for better looking po

Page 147 - (Video Out)

49Recording Movie Images and AudioRecording Movie Images and Audio1. Configure the quality setting for the movie (page 81).The length of the movie you

Page 148

5Contents❚❙Recording Movie Images and Audio 49To record a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 149 - Histogram

50Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• Spending a long time using movie recording will cause the camera to become slightly warm to the touch. This is

Page 150 - How to Use the Histogram

51Recording Movie Images and AudioWith this feature, the camera prerecords up to four seconds of whatever is happening in front of the lens in a buffe

Page 151 - Appendix

52Recording Movie Images and Audio1. While a movie is being recorded, press the shutter button.Movie recording continues after the snapshot is recorde

Page 152 - . Keep Away From Fire

53Recording Movie Images and AudioNOTE• You can use [8] (DISP) during audio recording to toggle the monitor screen on and off.• When monitor screen co

Page 153 - . Rechargeable Battery

54Using BEST SHOTUsing BEST SHOTBEST SHOT provides you with a collection of sample “scenes” that show a variety of different types of shooting conditi

Page 154 - . Battery Life

55Using BEST SHOT3. Press [SET] to configure the camera with the settings for the currently selected scene.This returns to the REC mode.• The settings

Page 155 - . Condensation

56Using BEST SHOT. BEST SHOT Precautions• The following BEST SHOT scenes cannot be used while recording a movie:Dynamic Photo, Multi-motion Image, ID

Page 156 - . Caring for your camera

57Using BEST SHOTYou can save up to 999 camera setups as user BEST SHOT scenes for instant recall whenever you need them.1. On the BEST SHOT scene men

Page 157 - . Copyrights

58Using BEST SHOTWith AUTO BEST SHOT, the camera automatically selects the BEST SHOT scene that suits your subject and shooting conditions, and config

Page 158

59Using BEST SHOTYou can use this procedure to shoot a portrait and then print it out in the following standard ID photo sizes: 30x24mm, 40x30mm, 45x3

Page 159 - 2. Load a new battery

6Contents❚Controlling Image Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Sharpness). . . 84❚Controlling Color Saturation . . . . .

Page 160 - Battery Precautions

60Using BEST SHOTA process called “keystone correction” makes lines straight and natural, even if rectangular subjects are shot from an angle.BEST SHO

Page 161 - Using a Memory Card

61Using BEST SHOTNOTE• When composing an image like the ones shown above, make sure that the entire outline of the object you are trying to shoot is e

Page 162

62Using BEST SHOTNOTE• You can shoot with the self-portrait feature in combination with a continuous shutter (CS) mode (page 39). Operation is the sam

Page 163 - 0Windows

63Advanced SettingsAdvanced SettingsThe following are menu operations you can use to configure various camera settings.• You also can use the Control

Page 164 - . REC Mode

64Advanced 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

Page 165 - “Set Up” Tab

65Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus*1 The focus range is the distance from the lens surface.*2 The minimum changes along

Page 166 - . PLAY Mode

66Advanced 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

Page 167 - Troubleshooting

67Advanced 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

Page 168

68Advanced 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

Page 169

69Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Self-timerWith the Self-timer, pressing the shutter button starts a timer. The shutter is r

Page 170

7Contents❚❙Printing 113Printing Snapshots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Connecting Dire

Page 171 - Display Messages

70Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Auto ShutterWith Auto Shutter, the camera releases the shutter automatically when it detect

Page 172

71Advanced Settings. To use Detect Panning to minimize image blur (Detect Panning)1. Point the camera at location where the subject will pass and then

Page 173

72Advanced Settings. To change Auto Shutter trigger sensitivity (Sensitivity)1. Use [8] and [2] to select “Sensitivity” and then press [6].2. Use [4]

Page 174 - Snapshot

73Advanced SettingsTips for Better Auto Shutter Snapshots• Using Auto Shutter in combination with Anti Shake (page 74) reduces the chance of image blu

Page 175 - Voice Recording

74Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Face DetectionFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 42.Procedure[r] (REC) *

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75Advanced SettingsNOTE• Only Camera Stabilizer can be used during movie recording.• ISO sensitivity, aperture, and shutter speed do not appear on the

Page 177

76Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * Focus FrameYou can use this procedure to select from among five different shapes, including

Page 178 - *2 Approximate playback time

77Advanced 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

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78Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * GridThe on-screen grid can be displayed on the REC mode monitor screen for easy vertical an

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79Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * REC Tab * MemoryWhen you turn off the camera, it remembers the current settings of all enabled memory

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8Contents❚❙Configuring Monitor Screen Settings 149Using the On-screen Histogram to Check Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149❚How to Us

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80Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * SizeFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 33.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

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81Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * » Quality (Movie)Movie image quality is a standard that determines the detail, smoothne

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82Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * White BalanceYou can adjust white balance to match the source of light available where

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83Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * ISOFor details, see the Control Panel procedure on page 38.Procedure[r] (REC) * [MENU]

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84Advanced SettingsProcedure[r] (REC) * [MENU] * Quality Tab * Color FilterSettings: Off, B/W, Sepia, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, and PurpleProced

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85Viewing Snapshots and MoviesViewing Snapshots and MoviesSee page 26 for the procedure for viewing snapshots.1. Press Page (PLAY) and then use [4] and

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86Viewing Snapshots and MoviesEach time you perform a continuous shutter (CS) operation, the camera creates a CS group that includes all of the images

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87Viewing Snapshots and MoviesPlayback ControlsNOTE• Multiple images shot using normal-speed continuous shutter are stored individually and are not gr

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88Viewing Snapshots and Movies. Deleting All Files in a CS Group1. While CS image playback is in progress or paused, press [2].2. Use [8] and [2] to s

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89Viewing Snapshots and Movies. Dividing Up All CS Groups1. While a CS group folder is displayed, press [MENU].2. Use [4] and [6] to select “PLAY” tab

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9The numbers in parentheses indicate the pages where each item is explained.. Camera.Charger UnitGeneral Guide1Shutter button (page 22)2[ON/OFF] (Powe

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90Viewing Snapshots and Movies1. In the PLAY Mode, slide the zoom controller towards w (]).Use [8], [2], [4] and [6] to move the selection boundary ar

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91Viewing 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

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92Viewing Snapshots and Movies4. Now you can display images and play back movies as you normally do.IMPORTANT!• Before connecting to a TV to display i

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93Other Playback Functions (PLAY)Other Playback Functions (PLAY)This section explains menu items that you can use to configure settings and perform ot

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94Other Playback Functions (PLAY)• To stop the slideshow, press [SET]. Pressing [MENU] instead of [SET] stops the slideshow and returns to the menu sc

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95Other Playback Functions (PLAY)1. Connect the camera to your computer (pages 121, 130).If you plan to save the music files to the camera’s memory ca

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96Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Spnapshot Screen * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Layout PrintYou can use the following procedure to inser

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97Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Movie Screen to be Used * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * MOTION PRINT1. Use [4] and [6] to scroll through

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98Other Playback Functions (PLAY)ProcedurePage (PLAY) * Movie Screen of Movie to be Edited * [MENU] * PLAY Tab * Movie EditingThe Movie Editing feature

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99Other Playback Functions (PLAY)4. Use [8] and [2] to select “Yes” and then press [SET].The selected cut operation will take considerable time to com

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